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Honda Powers Through Market Shifts with Electrified Momentum in October

American Honda isn’t letting the industry’s shifting sands slow it down. The automaker posted 111,095 U.S. sales in October, keeping its year-to-date (YTD) total up 3.6 percent compared to last year—thanks largely to a strong mix of refreshed models, red-hot crossovers, and record-setting hybrid demand.

Honda Brand: Million-Unit Milestone and Electrified Records

The Honda brand continues to be the engine behind the company’s momentum, logging 100,030 sales in October and pushing past the 1-million mark for the year—a milestone reached two months ahead of schedule.

That momentum is balanced across the lineup: cars, trucks, and hybrids all pulled their weight. Honda’s light trucks remained a juggernaut, notching a ninth straight month above 65,000 units, led by the CR-V (31,696 units) and the all-new Passport, which posted its best October ever at 4,717 units, up a staggering 85 percent year over year. TrailSport trims now account for over 80 percent of Passport sales, underscoring the market’s appetite for rugged styling and mild adventure cred.

Elsewhere in the lineup, the HR-V (11,129), Pilot (9,845), Ridgeline (4,086), and Odyssey (5,448) each delivered solid results despite tight inventory in parts of the country.

Passenger cars are showing surprising resilience, too. The Civic continues to dominate the compact segment with 17,907 units sold, over a third of which were hybrids. Meanwhile, the Accord—fresh from its latest redesign—sold 14,396 units, with 44 percent hybrid mix.

Altogether, Honda’s electrified lineup hit an all-time October record, with 30,471 units sold, accounting for 30.5 percent of brand volume. Not bad for a company still ramping up its EV strategy.

Acura: New Energy, Familiar Precision

On the premium side, Acura posted 11,065 sales in October, up 2 percent for the month and 2.2 percent YTD, surpassing 110,000 units so far in 2025.

The newcomer ADX—Acura’s gateway crossover—was the month’s breakout performer with a record 2,721 units sold, quickly grabbing a segment-leading share in the crowded premium compact SUV segment. Combined sales of ADX and Integra hit 4,600 units, proving Acura’s entry-level lineup is hitting its mark.

SUVs continue to be Acura’s bread and butter, with MDX and RDX combining for 5,784 sales—their best since May—bringing total SUV deliveries to 8,530 units for the month. Sedan sales topped 2,500, anchored by the Integra’s 1,879 units, its strongest showing since April.

Context: A Balanced Strategy Amid Market Headwinds

While many automakers have leaned heavily into trucks or cut sedans entirely, Honda’s diversified portfolio continues to pay dividends. Through October, American Honda’s truck sales are up 7.5 percent YTD, while car sales are down 4.8 percent—a manageable dip given broader market contraction in the sedan space.

That mix—along with the surging popularity of Honda’s hybrid models—has helped the automaker sustain growth even as consumer sentiment wavers and competition in the crossover segment intensifies.

Honda’s October results highlight a brand hitting a rare equilibrium: balancing efficiency and adventure, volume and variety. With hybrids setting records and new models like the Passport TrailSport and Acura ADX finding their footing, Honda enters the final stretch of 2025 with steady momentum—and a clear signal that its pragmatic path to electrification is resonating with buyers.

Source: Honda America

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Leapmotor’s Record-Breaking October: The Quiet Chinese EV Giant That’s Suddenly Everywhere

Leapmotor might not yet be a household name in the U.S., but the Chinese EV brand is on a tear that even established automakers would envy. In October 2025, the company delivered a staggering 70,289 vehicles, its sixth straight month of record-breaking sales—and its biggest month ever.

That’s a 5.45% jump over September’s 66,657 units and a jaw-dropping 84% increase year-over-year. From January through October, Leapmotor has moved 465,805 vehicles, marking an eye-watering 120.7% year-on-year growth. Those aren’t startup numbers; that’s industrial-scale momentum.

Homegrown Power

A big chunk of that success is driven by the Leapmotor B10, a sleek sedan launched in April that’s been quietly eating into the mid-size EV market in China. Then there’s the C10 SUV, offered both as a pure BEV and a REEV (range-extended electric vehicle), which has quickly become the go-to for buyers wanting EV efficiency with ICE-like range security.

And Leapmotor isn’t slowing down. In mid-October, it revealed the D19, a full-size SUV and the first model in its new D series, with deliveries set for early 2026. Meanwhile, pre-sales for the B05 hatchback—known domestically as the Lafa 5—kick off November 7. The little EV first turned heads at the IAA Mobility Show in Munich, signaling Leapmotor’s ambitions beyond China.

Going Global—Fast

Leapmotor’s surge isn’t confined to its home turf. At the same Munich show in September, the company launched the B10 for European markets, priced from €29,900 and built on its new LEAP 3.5 platform. The car is already on sale in more than 30 countries, with deliveries rolling out through a growing dealer network.

Then came the Auto Zürich Car Show 2025, where Leapmotor dropped the C10 AWD—a muscular all-wheel-drive SUV packing 598 horsepower and 720 Nm of torque. The numbers get spicier: 0–100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, an 800V architecture, and ultra-fast charging (30–80% in 22 minutes). Add a 14.6-inch infotainment screen, panoramic roof, and up to 1,410 liters of cargo space, and it’s clear this is no budget box. Leapmotor is aiming squarely at Europe’s performance EV elite.

The Bigger Picture

In a market where even Tesla’s delivery growth is starting to plateau, Leapmotor’s sustained rise is a big deal. The brand’s strategy—affordable EVs backed by solid tech and sharp design—has made it one of the fastest-growing names in the segment.

As the company continues its global rollout, it’s clear that Leapmotor isn’t just another Chinese startup chasing headlines. It’s becoming a serious global player, proving that innovation, scale, and timing can be just as important as brand heritage.

If the current pace holds, don’t be surprised if Leapmotor soon forces legacy automakers—and maybe even Tesla—to glance nervously in their rearview mirrors.

Source: Stellantis

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Lamborghini Closes Q3 2025 Strong: Hybrid Future Powers Profits Amid Global Headwinds

Automobili Lamborghini wrapped up the third quarter of 2025 with financial results that prove raging bulls don’t stumble easily—even when the global economy does. Despite economic slowdowns, volatile exchange rates, and fresh U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles, the Sant’Agata Bolognese brand continues to post numbers most automakers would envy.

Over the first nine months of 2025, Lamborghini delivered 8,140 cars worldwide, raking in €2.41 billion in revenue and an operating profit of €592 million. Those figures are slightly below last year’s record-setting pace, but still position Lamborghini among the most profitable names in the performance-luxury world. Profitability sits at 24.6 percent, right in line with industry leaders such as Ferrari and Porsche.

“These results confirm the strength of our industrial model and the consistency of our strategy,” said Stephan Winkelmann, Lamborghini’s Chairman and CEO. “Even with the challenges of currency fluctuations and U.S. trade policies, our focus remains on consolidating our fully hybrid lineup while continuing to invest in innovation, quality, and brand value.”

Lamborghini’s hybrid era—once a daring vision—has now become its operating reality. Following the electrified Revuelto and Urus SE, the Temerario, a V8 twin-turbo hybrid supercar, officially completes the marque’s transition to a 100 percent hybrid range. Unveiled earlier this year, the Temerario has already generated a full year’s worth of orders before deliveries even begin. Meanwhile, the ultra-limited Fenomeno, revealed at Monterey Car Week, flexed the brand’s creative muscle with only 29 units destined for the world’s most exclusive garages. Think of it as Lamborghini’s rolling thesis on design, engineering, and excess.

“Our order book continues to provide strong visibility and demonstrates the confidence our clients have in us globally,” added Paolo Poma, Lamborghini’s Managing Director and CFO. “These results underscore the company’s structural solidity and long-term vision.”

Regionally, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) led deliveries with 3,683 units, followed by the Americas at 2,541, and Asia-Pacific (APAC) with 1,916. In other words, the raging bull still charges strongest on home turf, but demand remains global and stable.

Even with a slightly lower top line, Lamborghini’s performance signals a brand successfully navigating turbulence. As the company moves into the final quarter of 2025 with a fully hybrid lineup, a healthy order portfolio, and a steady focus on profitability, one thing’s clear: electrification hasn’t tamed the bull—it’s only made it meaner.

Source: Lamborghini