Motoring

Newcomer promises a plush experience for pampered occupants.

Hyundai Motor Group announced an $86.47bn investment in South Korea from 2026 to 2030, following a trade deal that reduces US tariffs on South Korean autos from 25% to 15%. The group plans to diversify export markets and increase auto exports.

China's Ministry of Commerce announced it will tighten oversight on used car exports and crack down on the export of new cars disguised as used vehicles. Starting next year, vehicles registered for less than 180 days must submit maintenance information before export

The FIA's Formula One commission has introduced new livery rules for 2026, mandating that at least 55% of a car's surface area, as viewed from the side or above, must be covered by paint or stickers instead of exposed carbon fibre.

Tesla has instructed its suppliers to avoid using China-made components in cars manufactured for the US, aiming to entirely switch to non-Chinese parts. This move is to reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains amid ongoing US-China trade tensions.

The Haval Jolion Pro receives minor updates with a smoked black package for the exterior and enhancements such as wireless Android Auto, CarPlay, and improved wireless charging inside. It offers three derivatives.

Nissan and Honda said last December they were in talks to merge but in February the two Japanese automakers ended the discussions.

Rising competition and softer overall demand for luxury sports cars facing Aston Martin.

Rewiring supply chains from China is costly, complex.

Toyota has been one of the slowest automakers to move to full EVs but has rapidly moved to convert its best-selling vehicles to hybrids.

Volkswagen and Rivian are collaborating to develop a scalable, next-generation vehicle platform that could extend to internal combustion engine vehicles, although the primary focus remains on battery electric vehicles.

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD plans to significantly expand its overseas sales, aiming to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, a notable increase from the expected 900,000 to 1 million vehicles in 2025, driven by new model launches.

Honda slashes annual operating profit outlook by a fifth.

Ninth-generation bakkie to go on sale in 2026.

Vehicle telematics and recovery company released data for January to June 2025 this week.