Moon: June 2026

Competition is intensifying in the US automotive market. OtonomHaber
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Competition is intensifying in the US automotive market.

30/06/2026
The US automotive market has entered a period of contraction due to declining population growth and rising prices. The younger generation's shift towards shared transportation and the increasing affordability of vehicles are forcing manufacturers into a challenging consolidation process.

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Tofaş Launches After-Sales Service Offensive - OtonomHaber
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Tofaş Launches After-Sales Service Initiative

30/06/2026
 Tofaş continues its investments in after-sales services in line with the transformation in electrification, digitalization, and connected vehicle technologies in the automotive sector. The company stands out with its new service model that manages the customer journey end-to-end, from pre-sales to after-sales, including financing, insurance, used vehicles, and connected vehicle services. (Tofaş After-Sales and Spare Parts Director) [...]
New Dacia Striker with LPG Spotted - OtonomHaber
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New Dacia Striker with LPG Spotted

30/06/2026
Unveiled in March, the Dacia Striker is preparing to hit the roads, manufactured at the Oyak Renault factory in Bursa, Türkiye. Combining traditional SUV lines with the practicality of a modern family car, the new model aims to attract customers from major brands like Toyota and Skoda. DESIGN DETAILS The light blue model pictured features slim headlights, a wide front panel, and a spacious trunk. [...]
Mercedes-Benz VLE: A New Era of Comfort in Electric Mobility - OtonomHaber
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Mercedes-Benz VLE: A New Era of Comfort in Electric Mobility

29/06/2026
Mercedes-Benz is creating a unique segment with the new all-electric VLE. It's the first Grand Limousine to masterfully combine the versatility and spaciousness of an MPV with the agility and driving comfort of a Mercedes-Benz limousine. Furthermore, thanks to the pioneering Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), the VLE always stays up-to-date with remote updates and advanced SAE Level 1 safety standards. [...]
A New Era Begins in Motor Insurance - OtonomHaber
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A New Era Begins in Motor Insurance.

29/06/2026
A new era in compulsory traffic insurance, closely affecting drivers and vehicle owners, begins on July 1st. Significant changes will be made to damage claims processes, expert appointments, and depreciation compensation under compulsory traffic insurance. With the new regulation, expert inspections will become mandatory, especially for vehicle damages exceeding 40 TL. Recently, social media has been discussing the implications of this regulation for damaged vehicles. [...]
Tax-Advantaged Electric Porsche Cayenne Now on Sale in Türkiye - OtonomHaber
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Tax-Advantaged Electric Porsche Cayenne Goes on Sale in Türkiye

29/06/2026
German automotive giant Porsche has introduced the fully electric version of its most popular SUV model, the Cayenne, to the Turkish market. According to official price lists, the new Cayenne Electric stands out with a starting price of 11,796,750 TL. Considering the price tags of internal combustion engine Cayenne models exceeding 17 million TL, the electric model's tax burden is noteworthy. [...]
Renault Trucks Expands Its Solution Range in Commercial Vehicles - OtonomHaber
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Renault Trucks Expands Its Solution Range in Commercial Vehicles

29/06/2026
 Renault Trucks Turkey is expanding its product range for transportation professionals with the Renault Trucks Master Red EDITION. With this new structure, Renault Trucks Turkey aims to further strengthen its reach in the commercial vehicle market by offering solutions in the light commercial vehicle segment, leveraging its expertise particularly for commercial users and fleet customers. In Europe, it operates in France, the UK, and Spain. [...]
New Peugeot 2008 Design Leaked - OtonomHaber
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New Peugeot 2008 Design Leaked

27/06/2026
The probable design and radical technical details of the new Peugeot 2008 have leaked. The SUV, bidding farewell to internal combustion engines, is surprisingly getting smaller.

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Volkswagen's Historic Downsizing Plan: 4 Factories May Close - OtonomHaber
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Volkswagen's Historic Downsizing Plan: 4 Factories May Close

26/06/2026
German automotive giant Volkswagen is facing a restructuring process with global implications. The company is reportedly preparing for radical changes to its workforce and production structure as part of a management-level plan. While the company has approximately 657 employees worldwide, it is claimed that the board of directors is considering layoffs of up to 100 people. [...]
Citroen Introduces Collection Series for Those Looking for Affordable and Fully Equipped Options OtonomHaber
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Citroen Introduces Collection Series for Those Looking for an Affordable and Fully Equipped Package

25/06/2026
Citroën has added a new Collection version to its C3, C3 Aircross, and C4 models. The idea is simple: to offer customers more equipment and a more expensive look without having to upgrade to higher trim levels, where the affordable logic of the model is often lost. The Collection is built on the Plus trim level; however, it includes black alloy wheels, red Infra-Red details, [...]
Critical Configuration Warning for Chevrolet and GMC Vehicles - OtonomHaber
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Critical Configuration Warning for Chevrolet and GMC Vehicles

25/06/2026
GM has released a service fix for a seemingly insignificant issue in the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain that can be quite frustrating for the owner. After internal repairs to the continuously variable transmission, particularly after replacing the final drive or transfer gear, some crossovers may display incorrect speed or odometer readings. Here's the issue: [...]
Suzuki is bringing back the Swift Sport name, but only as a body kit. OtonomHaber
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Suzuki is bringing back the Swift Sport name, but only as a body kit.

25/06/2026
Suzuki has found a way to bring back the Swift Sport name without producing a new hot hatch. In Japan, a factory styling package is available that makes the standard Swift look more aggressive but adds neither extra power nor sport suspension. Developed by Awin, the package is sold through the Suzuki Select Plus catalog at local dealerships. The basic set comes in black. [...]
Porsche has moved its GT4 project to the 911 platform. OtonomHaber
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Porsche has moved the GT4 project to the 911 platform.

25/06/2026
Porsche has brought its GT4 project to the 911 platform for the first time: the new 911 GT4 R replaces the discontinued 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport. For customer teams, this is more than just a body change; it represents a move to a more expensive and mature racing base. The car is built on the 992.2 911 Cup; its engine is... [...]