Not long after kicking off deliveries of the updated Model Y in key global markets, Tesla has started testing it in India. In parallel, the company continues to recruit new personnel in preparation for entering the new market.
Author: Sagar Parikh
Geely announces ‘Star Wish’ at 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show
Geely has introduced the Xingyuan as the ‘Star Wish’ in Thailand at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show. This is the company’s second model in the Thai market, where it entered with the EX5 just back in late November.
Cadillac launches right-hand-drive Lyriq in Japan
Cadillac is building an extensive line-up of right-hand-drive EVs in Japan, where it remained a niche left-hand-drive brand since it arrived in 1915. The company recently launched the Lyriq as its first right-hand-drive EV in the country.
Tesla files for regulatory approval of two EVs in India
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JLR scraps plan to source EVs from Tata Motors plant in India
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Honda to launch three EVs in Malaysia by 2027
Honda has announced that it will begin selling electric cars in Malaysia this year. The company plans to introduce three EVs in the country by 2027. However, only one model has been confirmed so far.
Xpeng enters Indonesia with locally assembled EVs
Xpeng has officially entered the Indonesian market, expanding its presence in the ASEAN region. The Chinese automaker plans to offer locally assembled electric cars in the country.
Mazda to launch two EVs in Thailand
Mazda plans to launch five electrified vehicles in Thailand by 2027, adopting a multi-powertrain approach like Toyota for cutting its CO2 emissions. The company will offer two of these upcoming models with a pure electric powertrain.
Xpeng and SAIC bring new models to Thailand
Chinese automakers Xpeng and SAIC have begun exporting the X9 MPV and IM LS6 SUV coupe, respectively. Both companies chose Thailand as the first overseas destination for these EVs.
Tesla finalises India plan as government reshapes EV policy
Tesla may soon announce its entry into India, but it will wait for the government to revise the scheme for imported electric cars, which was announced in March 2024. The company will decide which models to offer in India based on the final scheme and t…