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AutoNews_Asia posts on X about china, hyundai, japan, nov the most. They currently have XXX followers and XXX posts still getting attention that total XXX engagements in the last XX hours.
Social category influence countries automotive brands stocks finance travel destinations technology brands
Social topic influence china, hyundai #1000, japan, nov #511, $tm #2515, vehicles, dominance #952, byd, brands #1741, tariffs
Top assets mentioned Toyota Motor Corporation (TM) Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours
"KOREA: HYUNDAI FACES $5.9B TARIFF BLOW IN AMERICAN MARKET Hyundai Motor Group could face an annual tariff burden of XXX trillion won ($5.9B) if the US maintains its XX% import duty on Korean-built vehicles according to NICE Investors Service. The figure surpasses Toyota GM and Volkswagen as Korea remains excluded from the lower XX% tariff granted to the EU and Japan. WHAT IT MEANS The tariff gap threatens to undercut Hyundais US profitability slashing margins from XXX% to 6.3%. For Asias top automaker the policy underscores growing trade pressure on Korean exports just as Hyundai scales up"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T05:05Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"TESLA CHINA SEPT SALES HIT 71525 UNITS SECOND-HIGHEST IN 2025 Teslas retail sales in China reached 71525 units in September with the YoY decline narrowing to just 0.93%. The rebound reflects stable demand ahead of Q4 updates and growing traction for the new six-seat Model Y L. #Tesla #EVs #AutoAsia"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-13T04:15Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"INDONESIA AUTO FINANCING SHIFTS TO USED CARS AMID NEW CAR SLUMP Used car loan disbursements up XXXXX% to Rp XXXXX trillion. New car sales down XXXX% in the same period WHY IT MATTERS: Consumer downtrading signals economic pressure; impacts OEM strategies and dealer networks. #Indonesia #Asiaauto #EV #car #Automotive"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-14T04:58Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"VINFAST SELLS 100000 EVS IN VIETNAM SURPASSING 2024 TOTAL VinFast has crossed 100000 EV sales in Vietnam so far in 2025 overtaking Toyota and all petrol car rivals a milestone that cements its domestic dominance despite ongoing losses for parent Vingroup. WHAT IT MEANS: VinFasts surge underscores Vietnams rapid EV shift but sustaining this momentum overseas remains the real test. Local incentives brand loyalty and limited competition fuel its home success conditions that the company wont easily replicate in export markets. #Vinfast #EV #AutoAsia #Automotive"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-13T09:20Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"RENAULTGEELY JV BETS ON COMBUSTION COMEBACK: REUTERS When Renault and Geely carved out their Horse Powertrain venture in 2022 it seemed like a swan song for combustion engines. Two years later the unit is staging a revival aiming to become the worlds top engine maker by 2035. The strategy banks on a slower global EV transition with legacy automakers still needing efficient hybrid and combustion systems as markets balance electrification with affordability. WHAT IT MEANS: Renault and Geely are turning a so-called sunset technology into a strategic hedge betting that the engine isnt dead yet in"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-16T13:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"ASEAN AUTO MARKET SHIFTS: H1 2025 UPDATE MALAYSIA OVERTAKES INDONESIA AS ASEAN'S #1 MARKET MALAYSIA 782K units (+2%) Indonesia 791K (-14.1%) Thailand 678K (-16%). Perodua/Proton controls XX% Malaysian share. VIETNAM RISING TO #4 THAILAND REBOUNDS ON EV BOOM Vietnam Q2: 90772 units (+18% YoY) set to overtake the Philippines. Thailand Q2: 149501 (+3.6%) first quarterly growth since Q3 2022. EVs now XX% of Thai sales (69005 units +33%). CHERY LAUNCHES FIRST CKD EV IN MALAYSIA Omoda E5 is assembled at the Inokom plant the first fully local Chinese EV production. WHAT IT MEANS: Indonesia's"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T05:31Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"BYD EYES SPAIN FOR THIRD EUROPEAN PLANT REUTERS EV behemoth BYD is reportedly favouring Spain as the top candidate for its third European manufacturing plant sources told Reuters. The proposed site would join BYDs two other planned factories in Hungary and Turkey further strengthening its foothold on the continent as it ramps up competition with Tesla. WHY IT MATTERS: A Spanish assembly plant would significantly boost BYDs European capacity and align with Madrids goal of becoming an EV manufacturing hub. Sources cite low production costs and a robust clean energy network as key factors behind"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-14T04:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"ASIA AUTO WEEK AHEAD OCT 7-13 2025 CHINA: September delivery data drops from BYD Li Auto NIO Xpeng watch for price war impact and Q3 totals INDIA: Festive sales momentum check; Tata Motors demerger entities begin separate trading post-Oct XX record date JAPAN: Japan Mobility Show 2025 concepts from Isuzu UD Trucks; Sept production/export data due mid-week KOREA: Hyundai-Kia global Sept salesfocus on EV growth in U.S./Europe vs. China headwinds ASEAN/AUSTRALIA: Aftermarket Expo Asia in Manila (Oct 7-9); Suzuki teases new ASEAN model pipeline for Thailand plant WHAT IT MEANS: Golden Week quiet"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-06T01:35Z XXX followers, XXX engagements
"CHINA: XPENG EXPANDS INTO EUROPE AND EXPORTS TO MIDDLE EAST AFRICA XPeng Motors announces entry to the Estonian market as Chinese automakers continue their march toward Europe. At the same time the XPeng MONA commenced overseas exports with the initial batch shipped to the Middle East and East Africa. WHAT IT MEANS: XPengs twin push deeper into Europe and outward to new frontier markets reflects Chinas broader EV export strategy to build global presence and challenge established automakers on multiple fronts. #XPeng #China #EV #AutoAsia"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T11:13Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"BYD RECALLS 115000 EVs OVER BATTERY DESIGN FLAWS BYD is recalling 115000 Tang and Yuan Pro EVs built between 2015 and 2022 over potential design and battery safety issues its largest recall yet. WHAT IT MEANS The move highlights rising scrutiny on Chinese EV quality as top players like BYD expand into global markets. #BYD #AutoAsia #China"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:33Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"MALAYSIA: WULING BINGO EV ARRIVING DECEMBER 2025 TQ-Wuling is bringing an affordable Chinese EV to Malaysia Why it matters: Sub-RM100K EV category expanding; Perodua/Proton under pressure in entry segments"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T04:53Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"XPENG AEROHT SECURES XXX LAND AIRCRAFT CARRIER ORDERS IN MIDDLE EAST Xpengs flying car arm Aeroht has locked in 600-unit orders for its Land Aircraft Carrier from major partners in the UAE Qatar and Kuwait marking the biggest overseas deal yet in the emerging flying car market. WHAT IT MEANS: The Middle East is quickly positioning itself as a testbed for next-gen mobility. With Dubai already promoting urban air mobility Xpengs entry signals growing global appetite for futuristic transport but large-scale certification and safety integration remain key hurdles before commercial rollout. #Xpeng"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-13T05:41Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"AUSTRALIA AUTO UPDATE OCT XX GAC TO ENTER AUSTRALIA IN NOV 2025 WITH THREE MODELS AION V EV EMZOOM SUV M8 PHEV JOINING 60+ BRAND CROWD. TOYOTA CONFIRMS RAV4 PHEV FOR 2026 LIKELY TO CHALLENGE RANGER/HILUX DOMINANCE. BYDS PREMIUM DENZA BRAND LAUNCHING NOV 2025 WITH B5 & B8 PHEV SUVs. LEAPMOTOR B10 PRICED AT A$38990 DRIVEAWAY. CHINESE BRANDS STILL MORE NOISE THAN NEWS BUT SALES DATA SAYS OTHERWISE"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:54Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"TOYOTAS HINO AND DAIMLER TRUCK TO CONSOLIDATE JAPAN PRODUCTION Hino Motors and Daimler Truck are set to merge their Japan operations under a new joint venture streamlining production and focusing on next-generation technologies like hydrogen and advanced electrification to stay competitive against rising Chinese truck makers. WHAT IT MEANS: Japans commercial vehicle sector is entering a major restructuring phase. The move could help Hino and Daimler pool R&D and reduce costs while defending market share at home and abroad especially as Chinese brands push aggressively into the heavy-duty"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-10T14:41Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"AUSTRALIA AUTO UPDATE OCT XX GAC TO ENTER AUSTRALIA IN NOV 2025 WITH THREE MODELS AION V EV EMZOOM SUV M8 PHEV JOINING 60+ BRAND CROWD. TOYOTA CONFIRMS RAV4 PHEV FOR 2026 LIKELY TO CHALLENGE RANGER/HILUX DOMINANCE. BYDS PREMIUM DENZA BRAND LAUNCHING NOV 2025 WITH B5 & B8 PHEV SUVs. LEAPMOTOR B10 PRICED AT A$38990 DRIVEAWAY. CHINESE BRANDS STILL MORE NOISE THAN NEWS BUT SALES DATA SAYS OTHERWISE"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T05:19Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"GREEN GSM ORDERS 2000 VINFAST EVS FOR PHILIPPINES RIDE-HAILING FLEET VinFast is securing a commercial fleet deal with Xentro Motors partnership WHAT IT MEANS: VinFast is using a B2B route to establish presence before consumer push; mirrors Chinese brand playbook #VINFAST #VF9 #EV #AUTOASIA"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-14T05:04Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"SUZUKI MAINTAINS 2025 SALES TARGET DESPITE SLOW MARKET PLANS NEW ASEAN MODELS Suzuki is staying committed to Thailand despite market headwinds New ASEAN-specific models in the pipeline WHAT IT MEANS: Japanese holdout refusing to cede ground to Chinese brands; test of traditional OEM resilience #SUZUKI #AUTOASIA #CARS"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-14T05:02Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"JAPAN AUTO UPDATE TODAY X MARKET WATCH: Japans auto sales up only XXX% YTD; EVs down 13.1%. Daihatsu rebounds Nissan slips Japan still lags China and Europe in EV adoption. X TOYOTA to debut next-gen Corolla Concept full redesign hints at future of its mass-market EV strategy; Century spin-off also teased. X DENSO to showcase SDV and hydrogen tech at Japan Mobility Show (Oct 30Nov 9). Featuring SOEC cells with XX% efficiency a potential breakthrough for green hydrogen. #Japan #AutoAsia #Toyota #Denso #Japanautoshow"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:50Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"LI AUTO SETS UP OVERSEAS HQ IN HONG KONG PLANS GLOBAL PUSH Li Auto has established its overseas headquarters in Hong Kong and is now preparing an active local expansion signalling the companys next phase of international growth. WHAT IT MEANS: The move marks Li Autos most concrete step yet toward a global footprint positioning Hong Kong as a strategic base for operations beyond mainland China. #China #AsiaAuto #Liauto #automotive #EV"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-16T13:32Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"JAPAN: HINO TO LOSE TOYOTA BACKING AFTER MITSUBISHI FUSO MERGER Hino Motors is set to operate without Toyotas financial and strategic support following its planned merger with Mitsubishi Fuso. The move will cut Hino off from Toyotas lending network and key factory collaborations that once underpinned its stability. WHAT IT MEANS: As Hino joins forces with Fuso under the new DaimlerToyota commercial alliance the truck maker faces a major test of independence navigating restructuring cost pressure and competitiveness without its long-time parents direct backing. #Toyota #Hino #Mitsubshi #Fuso"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T13:43Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"THREE KOREAN CARMAKERS RECALLING 42388 VEHICLES DUE TO FAULTY PARTS (OCT 15) Hyundai Motor KG Mobility and Stellantis Korea are issuing voluntary recalls Issues include a faulty charging door in the Ioniq X and power outage risks Why it matters: Quality control issues are hitting Korean EVs; the Ioniq X charging door defect could undermine Hyundai's EV reliability reputation in a critical growth phase. #Battery #EV #AutoAsia #Korea"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T04:50Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"LI AUTO MAKES GLOBAL DEBUT WITH FIRST OVERSEAS STORE IN UZBEKISTAN Li Auto has opened its first overseas retail centre in Tashkent Uzbekistan marking an early push into global markets three years ahead of schedule amid fierce domestic competition. The store operated by Control Auto kicks off Li Autos Central Asia expansion with Kazakhstan next and later entries planned in the Middle East and Europe. WHAT IT MEANS: Li Autos early move abroad signals a strategic shift to counter slowing sales in China and test demand in emerging EV markets. #liauto #EV #India #ElectricVehicles #Automotive"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-14T08:42Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"CHUNG EUISUN'S FIVE-YEAR LEGACY: HYUNDAI GROUP IS NOW THE WORLD'S NO. X AUTOMAKER Hyundai Motor Group sold 7.23M vehicles in 2024 under Chung's leadership Now faces challenges from US tariffs and expanding Chinese brands Why it matters: Milestone anniversary amid existential threats; Chung's next five years will test whether Hyundai can hold global rank against Chinese onslaught #Hyundai #EV #AsiaAuto"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-15T04:51Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"HYUNDAIS FIRST CHINA EV: ELEXIO EO TO OPEN PRE-SALE OCT XX Beijing Hyundai will launch pre-sales for the Elexio EO on Oct XX its first pure EV built on Hyundais E-GMP platform. The electric SUV claims a max CLTC range of XXX km and features Qualcomms Snapdragon SA8295P chip. WHAT IT MEANS: Hyundais long-awaited local EV debut signals a fresh push in Chinas fiercely competitive market. With domestic brands dominating success will hinge on pricing software experience and how well Hyundai localises its tech for Chinese buyers. #Hyundai #EV #China #Automotive #battery #CATL"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-13T04:31Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"NIO SHARES SLIDE AS SINGAPORES GIC SUES OVER ALLEGED MISLEADING DISCLOSURES NIO shares fell after Singapores sovereign wealth fund GIC filed a U.S. lawsuit accusing the Chinese EV maker of misleading investors with false statements and withholding key information. WHAT IT MEANS: The lawsuit deepens investor scrutiny of Chinese EV firms already under pressure from weak demand and price wars. For NIO it threatens to further erode market trust just as the company seeks new capital and global expansion. #NIO #China #EV #AutoAsia"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:35Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"VOLKSWAGEN TO LICENSE XPENG'S XNGP AUTONOMOUS TECH FOR CHINA EVS FROM 2026 VW will deploy Xpeng's XNGP autonomous driving system in its China EVs starting 2026 with the first application in a jointly developed mid-size SUV. VW invested 700M for a XXXX% Xpeng stake in July 2023; two co-developed SUVs set for 2026 launch. New China Electronic Architecture (CEA) platform adapted from Xpeng's E/E base will underpin all VW-badged China EVs going forward expanding beyond the initial two joint models. WHAT IT MEANS: VW is admitting defeat in China's software race outsourcing critical autonomous tech"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-06T06:44Z XXX followers, XXX engagements
"INDIA AUTO UPDATE TODAY 2025 HYUNDAI VENUE LAUNCH NOV X FULL REVEAL TODAY Level X ADAS (up from Level 1) Creta-inspired design strengthened body structure. A diesel automatic variant is possible using the Kia Sonet's 6-speed torque converter. SKODA OCTAVIA RS LAUNCHED TODAY ONLY XXX UNITS FOR INDIA 2.0L turbo XXX bhp XXX Nm via CBU route. Limited run. WHAT IT MEANS: Hyundai is bringing India's first compact SUV with Level X ADAS at mass-market pricing a direct assault on Maruti Brezza Tata Nexon. Meanwhile Skoda's niche 100-unit RS run confirms VW Group's India play remains mass-market"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:58Z XXX followers, XX engagements
"ChatGPT said: TO LAUNCH EV WITH GAC & CATL AHEAD OF SINGLES DAY Chinese e-commerce giant will debut its first car built with GAC Group and CATL. during the Singles Day shopping festival. Priced between 100000120000 ($14000$17000) it will launch Nov X exclusively on JDs platform. WHAT IT MEANS: JDs move marks a rare crossover between e-commerce and mobility using its vast consumer network to tap into Chinas growing EV market. It signals how digital platforms are beginning to shape the future of car retail in the worlds largest auto market. #EV #China #Battery #AutoAsia"
X Link @AutoAsiaBreak 2025-10-17T04:46Z XXX followers, XX engagements