Hyundai Motor chief executive Jose Munoz warned that the United States could soon experience a surge of low‑priced Chinese vehicle imports similar to the disruption seen in Europe, unless Washington maintains tariffs and other market‑access safeguards. He noted Chinese cars are 30‑40 % cheaper than rivals in markets such as Italy, Spain and France, where EU duties and minimum‑pricing rules have been imposed to counter perceived unfair subsidies. In the EU, Chinese‑branded cars accounted for over 9 % of sales [...]

Xpeng announced that its 5.1‑meter G9L crossover will debut internationally at the Paris Motor Show on October 12, with volume production slated for the company’s Graz, Austria plant. The five‑seat SUV, first launched in China at a base price of 241,800 yuan (US$36,050), measures 5,120 mm long, 1,999 mm wide and 1,782 mm high, with a 3,100 mm wheelbase. It offers a palette of five exterior colors, three wheel sizes and four interior color schemes. Technological highlights include Huawei‑sourced headlamps that project images, [...]

U.S. Coast Guard and FBI boarded two oil tankers in the Gulf of Mexico after reports that hackers had taken control of their navigation, propulsion, and cargo systems. Between August 21 and 24, agents inspected the vessels to verify the integrity of their operational and IT systems. The crews and shipowners cooperated, and no operational disruptions or environmental damage were reported. One tanker, VL Prosperity, a 333‑meter vessel capable of carrying over 2 million barrels, had been compromised on August 7 while [...]

MG Motors will launch the MG U9 EV, a fully‑electric ute priced from $78,990 before on‑road costs, in Australia. The vehicle features dual electric motors delivering 325 kW and 700 Nm, a 102 kWh battery for a 430 km WLTP range, and a 3,500 kg towing capacity. It outperforms rivals KGM Musso EV and Toyota HiLux BEV in power and range, though it is roughly $20,000 more expensive. The U9 EV will debut at the Everything Electric event on 18 September 2026, with a global launch slated for late 2026 or [...]

The Nevada Transportation Authority’s 100‑vehicle cap on Zoox’s robotaxi fleet will expire on September 25, allowing the Amazon‑owned company to expand its custom‑built autonomous vehicles in Las Vegas. Zoox currently operates about 100 robotaxis across four U.S. cities, with the majority in Las Vegas and San Francisco. The company has already begun charging rides in Las Vegas after receiving a federal safety exemption, and it plans to grow its fleet in response to rising demand and new permits for [...]

Vehicles endure extreme temperatures, vibration, and moisture, making automotive standards a benchmark for rugged electronics. Shawn Luke of DigiKey, citing a discussion with Molex’s Kirk Ulery, explains how components certified for automotive reliability are being repurposed for commercial and industrial use. The article highlights Molex’s MX150 connector, originally designed for fuel‑injector modules and anti‑lock brakes, which was later adopted to seal control boards in commercial dishwashers, preventing moisture‑induced failures. It also outlines broader shifts in vehicle electronics: the transition [...]

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, mandating that all new cars, trucks and SUVs sold in the United States include AM radio at no extra cost to buyers. The bill now moves to the Senate and could compel the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to issue regulations making AM receivers a standard safety feature. Lawmakers, broadcasters and emergency‑response groups backed the measure, citing AM’s role in delivering weather alerts, disaster [...]