Day: December 8 2025

OMODA & JAECOO Soared Sales in November - OtonomHaber
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OMODA & JAECOO Soar Sales in November

08/12/2025
OMODA & JAECOO brands concluded November with record sales. Reaching sales of 43,481 units in a single month, the brand finished the January-November period with sales exceeding 330,000 units and a growth rate of 47%. OMODA & JAECOO continued its rising global performance in November, maintaining its rapid increase in global sales. [...]
Chevrolet Captiva EV: GM's Localization Move in Brazil - OtonomHaber
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Chevrolet Captiva EV: GM's Localization Move in Brazil

08/12/2025
General Motors (GM) has officially announced that the all-new Chevrolet Captiva EV will be manufactured in Brazil. This strategic decision is part of GM's global policy to localize its affordable electric vehicles (EVs). Production will begin in 2026 at the PACE contract manufacturing facility in the state of Ceará. The goal: to reduce assembly costs and speed up delivery of the Captiva EV. [...]
Volvo EX30 at a Shocking Price in Spain: Home Charging Solution Included - OtonomHaber
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Volvo EX30 at a Shocking Price in Spain: Home Charging Solution Included

08/12/2025
Volvo has launched a remarkable campaign in the Spanish market for its compact electric SUV model, the EX30. For a limited time, the Premium Edition trim, including a home charger and installation, is offered at a price of €28.600. The campaign runs until December 31st and puts the entry-level price of the model above the base Essential version (approximately €35.800). [...]
Toyota GR Yaris M Concept Super is being tested in Taikyu. OtonomHaber
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Toyota GR Yaris M Concept Tested at Super Taikyu

08/12/2025
Toyota's performance arm, Gazoo Racing (GR), unveiled the TGRR GR Yaris M Concept, an experimental prototype, at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. The most striking feature of this concept is its mid-engine layout, unlike the standard GR Yaris. Immediately following its launch, the vehicle was tested in real-world racing conditions at the Super Taikyu endurance series in Japan. [...]
Compact Premium Models Against Rising Prices - OtonomHaber
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Compact Premium Models Against Rising Prices

08/12/2025
The overall increase in new car prices in the US is driving consumers towards more budget-friendly and compact vehicle classes. However, in this "downsizing" trend, buyers are now opting for subcompact and compact premium options that feel more expensive due to their design, equipment, and quality of detail, instead of simple models known for hard plastics and poor insulation. Here's a standout in this class... [...]
Lada Niva Travel: The True Spirit of a 4x4 in an SUV Appearance - OtonomHaber
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Lada Niva Travel: True 4×4 Spirit in SUV Appearance

08/12/2025
The Niva Travel, a more modern-looking member of the Lada Niva series, approaches SUV form in the Russian market without compromising off-road capability. This compact model, approximately 4,09 meters long, focuses on tough use with its simple and robust structure. Unrivaled Off-Road Capability: Mechanics and Geometry The Niva Travel's real strength lies in its geometry adapted to rough terrain and its traditional off-road capabilities. [...]
The Rise of Mexican Automotive Manufacturing: Premium Models and EVs - OtonomHaber
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The Rise of Mexican Automotive Production: Premium Models and EVs

08/12/2025
On the global automotive map, Mexico is becoming an increasingly important manufacturing hub. Despite consumers' traditional perceptions of origin, many popular and prestigious models are now produced in this country. Modern manufacturing standards, offering consistent quality regardless of geographical location, play a key role in this shift. Prestige and Sports Models are Produced in Mexico. Mexico is not only... [...]
Volkswagen ID.4 Reliability Issues: Low Rating from Consumer Reports - OtonomHaber
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Volkswagen ID.4 Reliability Issues: Low Mark from Consumer Reports

08/12/2025
In Consumer Reports' latest reliability rankings, the Volkswagen ID.4 unexpectedly dropped to a low score of only 29 out of 100 among popular models. This low score puts significant pressure on the vehicle's overall reputation and negatively impacts its value in the used car market. Battery and charging problems, and NHTSA recalls contributed to the ID.4's poor rating. [...]
AutoExe brings a true carbon fiber touch to Mazda interiors. OtonomHaber
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AutoExe Gives Mazda Interiors a Real Carbon Touch

08/12/2025
Japanese automotive accessories company AutoExe has introduced new carbon fiber interior panel sets developed for Mazda's popular models: Roadster (ND), CX-5 (KF), CX-60, and CX-80. The most important feature of this new product range is the use of true dry CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer), a performance-oriented material rarely found in decorative trims. This choice offers both lightness and performance advantages. [...]