TATA MOTORS

Tata Tiago facelift: approximately € 9.000 EUR

India's Tata Motors will officially unveil a restyled version of its city car Tiago (as well as the Tiago EV) next week.

The Tiago was launched in 2016, was refreshed in 2020, and underwent minor changes in 2025.

In short, the refreshed model comes with a modernized exterior (slimmer headlights, new grille, different bumpers, plastic wheel arch trim, new 15-inch wheel design...) and an improved cabin (new digital instrument panel and redesigned seats with integrated headrests), along with richer equipment (including six airbags).

The only difference between the internal combustion engine and electric versions is the Tiago and Tiago EV badge on the tailgate, as the exhaust pipe is hidden under the rear bumper anyway.

Ahead of its official launch on May 28, Tata Motors has revealed both the exterior and interior of the facelifted Tata Tiago, and this update feels far more significant than a routine cosmetic refresh. The Tiago has always been known for being sturdy, practical and value-for-money, but visually, it had started lagging behind Tata’s newer generation of products. This facelift changes that.

The updated Tiago now gets a sharper exterior inspired by newer Tata cars, fresh alloy wheels, expected feature additions and a much more premium overall road presence. Here’s a detailed look at the interior of the Tiago ICE.

Interior...The 2026 Tata Tiago’s cabin has a same black-and-grey interior theme as before, giving the hatchback a more premium and contemporary feel.

One of the key updates over the outgoing model is the redesigned dashboard, which now features a cleaner horizontal layout along with a new 10.25-inch floating infotainment touchscreen and a new floating digital driver’s display.

The slightly redesigned two-spoke steering wheel continues the familiar Tata design language, while the gloss black finish on the centre console adds visual appeal but could attract fingerprints rather quickly.

Tata has also replaced the older touch-based AC controls with tactile physical buttons and dual rotary knobs for the AC system, which we really appreciate.

Exterior...The facelifted Tiago gets a thoroughly redesigned front-end that immediately makes it look more modern than before.

It now features sleeker LED headlamps with eyebrow-style LED DRLs.

While the grille has been redesigned with a gloss-black finish inspired by the Tata Altroz.

The bumper, too, is completely new and gets sportier detailing

It gets pixel-style fog lamp housings, giving the hatchback a slightly more aggressive appearance than before.

In profile, the overall silhouette remains familiar, which means the Tiago is expected to continue with compact city-friendly dimensions.

However, Tata has added several visual upgrades to freshen things up:

New dual-tone alloy wheels

Blacked-out ORVMs

Shark-fin antenna

Black roof treatment

Wheel arch cladding

These changes make the Tiago look noticeably sportier and younger without dramatically altering its proportions.

The Tiago will likely continue to be powered by a naturally aspirated 1.2-liter three-cylinder petrol engine with 63 kW/86 hp, while a CNG variant with 56 kW/76 hp will remain in the range.

The all-electric Tiago EV is available in medium and long-range versions with a range of power outputs.

Pricing will be announced at the market launch on May 28.

Estimated Price and Competition...Speculation points to prices starting in the range of Rs. 4,500 Lakh to Rs. 5,000 Lakh (ex-showroom prices) for the entry-level combustion engine versions, rising according to the technology package. It will continue its direct market competition against the recently updated Maruti Suzuki Swift and the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.

 

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AUTONEWS

Aviation fuel testing center delivers first results in push for greener flights

The research, from Sheffield’s Energy Innovation Centre, is helping support the faster rollout of low-carbon jet fuels, so more people can enjoy greener flights when taking a city break, summer holiday or travelling for business. The work could also help to ease the pressure on the future supply of jet fuel in response to geopolitical events, such as the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, by boosting UK SAF production.

Sheffield’s Energy Innovation Centre is supporting UK fuel producers in developing new sustainable aviation fuel to reduce the environmental impact of air travel.

One such fuel producer is Green Lizard Technologies, which is developing SAF in Teesside.

Sheffield’s Energy Innovation Centre is the UK’s first facility that can both test emerging fuels and provide in-depth analysis and feedback, drawing on the University’s academic expertise to help fuel producers determine whether they have a viable product. The centre has now provided its first such fuel testing report for Green Lizard Technologies, enabling them to move their new low-carbon jet fuel forward towards commercial production.

Dr Ehsan Alborzi, Senior Research Fellow in Aviation Fuels at the Energy Innovation Centre (EIC), University of Sheffield, said: “The state-of-the-art testing laboratory we have at Sheffield is supporting efforts to power more flights with low-carbon jet fuel, so that more of the flights people take for holidays, city breaks or business trips are flying on sustainable aviation fuel.

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation, as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The research, from Sheffield's Energy Innovation Center, is helping support the faster rollout of low-carbon jet fuels, so more people can enjoy greener flights when taking a city break, summer holiday or traveling for business. The work could also help to ease the pressure on the future supply of jet fuel in response to geopolitical events, such as the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, by boosting UK SAF production.

Sheffield's Energy Innovation Center is supporting UK fuel producers in developing new sustainable aviation fuel to reduce the environmental impact of air travel. One such fuel producer is Green Lizard Technologies, which is developing SAF in Teesside.

Sheffield's Energy Innovation Center is the UK's first facility that can both test emerging fuels and provide in-depth analysis and feedback, drawing on the University's academic expertise to help fuel producers determine whether they have a viable product. The center has now provided its first such fuel testing report for Green Lizard Technologies, enabling them to move their new low-carbon jet fuel forward towards commercial production.

Dr. Ehsan Alborzi, senior research fellow in Aviation Fuels at the Energy Innovation Center (EIC), University of Sheffield, said, "The state-of-the-art testing laboratory we have at Sheffield is supporting efforts to power more flights with low-carbon jet fuel, so that more of the flights people take for holidays, city breaks or business trips are flying on sustainable aviation fuel."

Hansini Rathnayake, laboratory manager at the Energy Innovation Center, University of Sheffield, said, "We expect demand for our testing service to grow as the aviation sector intensifies its focus on decarbonization and also looks to ease the pressure on jet fuel supplies. As more companies look to bring sustainable aviation fuels to market, there is a need for robust, independent testing and analysis to advance their development, and we are well placed to support that demand."

Dr. Martin Atkins, CEO & cofounder of Green Lizard Technologies, said, "Our close partnership with the University of Sheffield has helped us successfully complete jet engine testing and better understand the components of our fuel. This is key to meeting certification standards and gives us the data we need to attract investors and expand our technology globally."

Sustainable aviation fuels are produced from renewable or waste-derived sources and can significantly lower carbon emissions compared with traditional jet fuel. However, their adoption has been slowed by the complexity and cost of testing and certification.

The testing laboratory at Sheffield addresses this gap by offering a single, integrated service that supports fuel developers from early testing through to evidence needed for regulatory approval.

Technical details on the fuel testing process...The scope and complexity of the work with Green Lizard Technologies were substantial: The project comprised a full technical assessment of a Fischer-Tropsch Synthetic Paraffinic Kerosene (FT-SPK) sample against the requirements of ASTM D7566 Annex A1, including a wide-ranging program of physical, chemical and compositional testing, supported by detailed data analysis and compliance evaluation.

The work was undertaken using state-of-the-art facilities in EIC's aviation fuel characterization lab. For the chemical composition analysis, a cutting-edge Multi Dimensional Gas Chromatography with dual detectors (FID and MS) was used. Requiring only a tiny amount of fuel (1ml), this instrument separates the fuel into individual components before determining their full chemistry and characteristics.

The results were then processed, analyzed and compiled in a comprehensive report that will allow Green Lizard Technologies to continue through the approval pathways needed to commercialize their new fuel. The feedback delivered by the EIC's fuel experts offered a custom approach to the results, including offering advice on limitations and areas for improvement, as well as the context of the wider fuels landscape, and advice for next steps.

This process showcases the EIC's capacity to support early-stage fuel producers with certification-aligned analytical research using advanced techniques, and establishes newly-developed, specialized service offering within the sustainable aviation fuel sector.

Reflecting the University's commitment to independent thinking and a shared ambition, the sustainable aviation fuel testing demonstrates how creative minds at Sheffield are shaping solutions to global challenges.

Provided by University of Sheffield 

ALFA ROMEO

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa

Inspired by the sea and sailing, the Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa was created by the recently founded BottegaFuorisérie department, which is responsible for personalization and special versions of Alfa and Maserati cars.

Only ten customers will have the opportunity to drive home the most powerful version of the attractive Giulia, which was created in collaboration with the Italian sailing team Luna Rossa by BottegaFuorisérie, which has been responsible for fulfilling all customer wishes, as well as limited-edition "specials" since last year.

Among the BottegaFuorisérie "specials" is now the attractive Luna Rossa, whose two-tone body with red on the emblems, rims and sides, in addition to redesigned aerodynamic components, stands out with two large carbon spoilers on the trunk lid.

Alfa's designers and aerodynamicists were inspired by the revolutionary AC75 (America's Cup 75) class sailboat with which the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team competes in the most prestigious sailing competition in the world, and the colors and materials from the Luna Rossa sailboat also found their place in the cabin with the distinctively profiled front seats "signed" by Sparco.

Before the first deliveries, each Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa spent some time in the famous Balocco complex of Alfa's test tracks, where the potential of the 2.9-liter V6 biturbo engine can best be demonstrated in an optimally balanced environment.

The engine specification, in which Ferrari also participated, remained unchanged, and the Luna Rosso also powers 520 horsepower with 600 Nm of maximum torque, which is enough to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in less than four seconds and almost 310 km/h. Power is transmitted to the rear axle, which is assisted by a mechanical differential lock, by a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission.

 

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PROTON

Proton Satria Neo: the little Malaysian car with a European soul

In 2008, the Malaysian automaker Proton presented one of its most interesting and charismatic models: the Proton Satria Neo. Small, light, and surprisingly fun to drive, the Malaysian hatchback represented a bold attempt by the manufacturer to compete in the world of sporty compact cars dominated by Europeans and Japanese.

Originally launched in 2006 by Proton, the Satria Neo emerged as a spiritual successor to the old Proton Satria, a compact hatchback that had already gained a certain reputation among Asian enthusiasts. However, the Neo sought to go further: it wanted to build its own more modern, sporty, and emotional identity.

Visually, the car had a compact and muscular design, typical of hot hatches from the 2000s. The aggressive front, the slightly widened fenders, and the short rear created quite balanced proportions. Although relatively simple, the design conveyed personality and a certain European dynamism, differentiating it from many excessively conservative Asian compacts of the period.

But the true highlight of the project was its dynamic engineering. At that time, Proton still controlled the historic Lotus Cars, and the British manufacturer's influence could be clearly felt in the Satria Neo's handling. The suspension and chassis tuning received direct input from Lotus engineers, which transformed the small hatchback into one of the most fun cars to drive in its category. The result was a surprisingly balanced car in corners, with communicative steering and excellent stability for a front-wheel-drive compact hatchback.

The Satria Neo highlights Proton Cars' commitment to delivering a value-added product to customers. This is a car that enjoys Proton's rock solid reliability and the magical Lotus touch - a 3-door supermini with superb design, ride and handling. The Proton Satria Neo is an energetic addition to the existing Proton line-up, which includes the 5-door city car the Savvy, the Lotus developed 5-door GEN-2 hatchback, 4-door Impian saloon and the new 4-door Proton GEN-2 Persona.

Speaking at the launch of the Proton Satria Neo in Malaysia, Managing Director of Proton Bhd, Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir said "The Proton Satria Neo exudes energy and style. It retains the Satria's classic appeal, while adding the enhanced ride and handling you'd expect from a car like the iconic GTi." He added, "We know customers have been waiting for the new model and they will not be disappointed."

NVH suppression...The Proton Satria Neo aims for superior NVH characteristics which make the driving experience comfortable for occupants without eliminating the sporty engine noise. The design of the exterior is low, sporty and road-hugging. When combined with the sleek aerodynamic profile, the Proton Satria Neo delivers low wind resistance, good high speed manoeuvrability, vehicle stability and control.

The exhaust system is tuned to reduce unwanted internal noise and vibration whilst maintaining a "sporty" sound. In addition, Powertrain mountings were modified from the existing four point to three point Neutral Torque Axis system to give improved passenger NVH. The developments have given a result of 72dBA at a cruising speed, which puts the Satria Neo at similar levels to the competition.

Under the hood, the 2008 Satria Neo typically used 4-cylinder engines developed in partnership with Mitsubishi, including 1.3 and 1.6-liter versions. The most interesting configuration, however, was the 1.6 CPS (Cam Profile Switching), equipped with a variable valve timing system that improved performance at high RPMs.

Lotus - adding punch and finesse to the Proton Satria Neo...The Proton Satria Neo is available with a 1.6 litre 16v Lotus developed CamPro engine, with a choice of a 5-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic gearbox. Although it shares the same engine and transmission with the GEN-2, the Satria Neo has a new lower final drive ratio, giving it better low to medium speed acceleration and smooth torque and power delivery.

Underneath its compact, streamlined exterior is a CamPro 4-cylinder 16v Multi-Point Injection engine developed in collaboration with Lotus. As you'd expect from a company that designs and builds high performance cars, this is an engine that packs a serious punch; delivering a max speed of up to 118mph, with 111bhp and 109lb/ft of torque.

It's also built to last. The CamPro has been tested over 1.2 million kilometres and has spent an additional 27,000 hours on the dyno. And with its lower weight and expert tuning and balance, the Proton Satria Neo also offers excellent responsiveness. Continuing the outstanding performance and winning characteristics of its predecessor, the Satria Neo also benefits from the engineering and development input of its sister company Lotus. The result is a car with improved handling, performance and style - both inside and out. It takes the Proton 3-door into a new generation.

Although the power wasn't extraordinary – hovering around 125 hp in the sportier versions – the car's low weight greatly contributed to its overall performance. More important than absolute numbers was the feeling behind the wheel: the Satria Neo felt light, agile, and much more engaging than many direct competitors.

The interior followed a relatively simple but functional design. Sport seats, a low driving position, and driver-oriented controls reinforced the model's youthful atmosphere. The materials didn't reach the refinement of premium European hatchbacks, but the car's purpose was clearly focused on the dynamic experience, not luxury.

Another important aspect was its accessibility. The Satria Neo offered quite convincing sporty performance at a price considerably lower than many Japanese and European hot hatches, especially in Asian markets.

In some countries, the model gained a strong fan base among young enthusiasts and tuners. Its low weight, relatively simple mechanics, and good suspension tuning made it an interesting platform for sporty modifications.

Proton also used the Satria Neo in competitions and special editions. Perhaps the most famous was the Satria Neo R3, developed by the brand's Race Rally Research division. These versions received aerodynamic improvements, reworked suspension, and even more aggressive handling.

Today, the Proton Satria Neo is fondly remembered by many enthusiasts as one of the most authentic cars ever produced by the Malaysian manufacturer. It wasn't the most powerful, the most sophisticated, or the most refined in its category, but it possessed something often lacking in modern cars: genuine mechanical personality.

Interestingly, the Satria Neo also represents one of the last great attempts by a small national manufacturer to compete globally through dynamic engineering and driving pleasure – before the automotive industry definitively entered the era of global platform standardization. A small Malaysian hatchback with a partly British heart and a European sporting spirit.

 

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AUTONEWS

Why the US EV battery supply still depends on imports despite domestic mining push

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption grows in the United States and globally, the demand for EV batteries and their critical materials—such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, and graphite—is expected to surge dramatically. This makes the resilience of the supply chain underpinning battery production increasingly important.

However, the US has limited capacity across key stages of the battery supply chain, leaving it vulnerable to supply disruptions.

In a new study published in Nature Energy, Princeton researchers explore how domestic production expansion and demand-side strategies can help meet future EV battery material demand and identify where shortages may persist across the supply chain.

Background: The policy problem...Recent U.S. policy has emphasized the expansion of domestic EV battery production and associated materials, using measures such as sourcing requirements, tax credits, and tariffs to reduce supply disruptions and import dependence.

However, domestic expansion will not be enough to ensure sufficient materials across the supply chain, especially following the recent repeal of federal incentives for EV adoption and changes to battery supply investment via the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025.

Jieyi Lu and her colleagues address this issue in their study, evaluating how domestic production expansion, together with demand-side strategies (e.g., improved vehicle efficiency, battery energy density, recycling, and chemistry shifts), affect projected U.S. EV battery material demand and supply.

"Addressing material supply shortfalls is crucial for building a resilient EV battery supply chain," says Jieyi Lu, a STEP Ph.D. candidate at Princeton's School of Public and International Affairs.

"If these shortfalls persist, the US will become more vulnerable to supply shocks that slow EV deployment and weaken its position in the global transition to EVs."

The data and method...For their study, Lu and her team developed a modeling framework that estimates material demand and supply across the EV battery supply chain, including upstream mining, midstream refining, and downstream battery component production and cell manufacturing. On the demand side, the model traces material needs from projected EV sales through each stage of the supply chain.

On the supply side, it accounts for existing production, planned capacity, and imports of each material, with planned capacity reflecting project development status following OBBBA. This framework evaluates how supply expansion and demand-side strategies affect projected material shortfalls.

The authors also developed an optimization model to estimate the maximum EV battery production achievable under U.S. sourcing constraints and the resulting battery chemistry shares. The analysis draws on a wide range of data—such as supply chain investment, trade, and material requirements—to provide results that can be reassessed as conditions evolve.

"Prior studies have often focused on part of the battery supply chain or on a limited set of materials, and evaluated strategies separately," explains Lu.

"What makes this study different is that we bring multiple materials, supply chain stages, and strategies together in one framework, while also accounting for post-OBBBA project development conditions. This allows us to see more clearly how different strategies can reduce or shift material constraints, and where important gaps are likely to persist."

The findings...The study finds that expanding domestic production can meet projected 2035 demand for several key materials used in major EV batteries, including upstream lithium, midstream lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide, and downstream components such as electrolytes and separators.

However, even with demand-side strategies that improve vehicle efficiency and battery energy density, enhance recycling, and switch to alternative battery chemistries, persistent and substantial shortfalls remain.

Notably, the models project a 30–70% shortfall for upstream cobalt, nickel, graphite and their midstream refined materials and a 15–75% shortfall for downstream cathode and anode active materials.

The study also finds that the projected domestic supply depends heavily on early-stage projects that may not advance on schedule. For some upstream and midstream materials, such as cobalt sulfate and nickel sulfate, approximately 30–100% of their projected supplies rely on early-stage mining and processing projects, adding uncertainty to future supply if these projects face delays or fail to materialize.

"Domestic expansion is subject to significant uncertainty, particularly in upstream and midstream stages where projects are capital-intensive and require long development timelines," says Lu. "This is one reason why domestic expansion alone may not be sufficient to close the material gaps."

The implications...From a policy perspective, the findings of the study emphasize the need for a coordinated approach that expands domestic production capacity, implements demand-side strategies, and increases international sourcing to meet future US EV battery material demand.

The findings also underscore the need to align trade and industrial policies so that efforts to strengthen domestic supply do not undermine access to the materials still needed from abroad.

The researchers advocate for policies that would encourage investment not only in upstream mineral extraction but also in midstream processing and downstream manufacturing. In addition, because much of the projected future supply has yet to materialize, delays in permitting, financing, construction, or ramp-up could widen future material shortages.

The authors therefore suggest that policymakers streamline environmentally responsible permitting, provide financial and technical support for viable projects, and offer clear long-term policy signals to improve confidence in investment decisions.

Policies to reduce supply chain risks should also include stronger support for end-of-life battery collection and advanced recycling technologies, improvements in vehicle efficiency and battery energy density, exploration of alternative battery chemistries, and coordinated planning to ensure that shifts in battery chemistry do not simply move supply pressure from one set of materials to another.

"As demand increases for electric vehicles, our work highlights the need for U.S. policies that reduce future supply chain risks," says co-author Denise L. Mauzerall, a professor in Princeton's School of Public and International Affairs and in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department.

"We find that securing US battery materials will require investment across the domestic supply chain, reducing and shifting material demand, and continued international sourcing. Without such efforts, the U.S. auto industry risks falling behind in the global transition to electric vehicles and reducing choices for U.S. consumers."

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CITROEN

New Citroen 2CV confirmed: €15,000

Citroen has confirmed the revival of the iconic 2CV nameplate for its upcoming €15,000 electric city car, while also revealing its design ahead of its unveiling at the Paris Motor Show in October.

Taking to the stage at parent company Stellantis’ investor day presentation in Michigan, Citroen CEO Xavier Chardon gave us a first look at the company’s new entry-level electric car and confirmed: “The 2CV is back.”

The long-awaited confirmation that Citroen will be reusing the iconic nameplate for its new electric car – which will be produced alongside Fiat’s reborn Panda in Italy from 2028 – comes with the first hint that the car’s 1940s styling will be reinterpreted for a new era.

Speaking to Autocar last month, Chardon said the new model would serve “exactly the same purpose as the 2CV in the late 1940s” in reviving customer demand in a stagnant European car market, and added that the company’s priority is to restore “purchasing power” to European drivers.

The first teasers of the new city car reveal that it will adopt the same snail-shaped silhouette as its era-defining predecessor, but with a more modern look influenced by the recent ELO concept, which set the tone for the brand’s future design.

The announcement comes just days after Stellantis confirmed that it will start producing affordable electric city cars – with a target price of under €15,000 – at its plant in Pomigliano, Italy, from 2028.

Fiat will similarly channel the styling – and likely the name – of its historic “people’s car”, the original 1980 Panda, for its version.

Chardon said the new 2CV would be one of seven new models to be launched by 2030. Five of them will be refreshes of existing models, while the 2CV and another – expected to be a slightly larger electric supermini – will take Citroen into “new profit pools”.

Confirming the name of the company’s new entry-level model, Chardon said: “Products themselves do not create icons. Icons create emotions. Icons connect brands with people. And today an icon is about to return. Yes, the 2CV is back.”

He then showed a blacked-out silhouette of the new electric vehicle and said: “If you want to see it in full light, you are invited to the [Paris] motor show in person in October.”

He mentioned the importance of the original 2CV in providing “freedom of mobility to millions” after World War II and said: “Eighty years later, the new 2CV will democratise electric mobility. It will be “a real people’s car designed for real life”, Chardon promised. "For me, the future of mobility will not be won by the most complex cars, but by the simplest and most intuitive. "What really matters is being relevant."

 

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AUTONEWS

EuroNCAP. The Chinese car MG 3 has a defect that customers don't notice(video)

All vehicles sold in Europe undergo crash tests to determine the level of protection they offer to occupants, adults or children, during frontal, side, and rear impacts. Better or worse, the different models for sale deserve evaluations from Euro NCAP professionals, to differentiate the less safe from the more safe, but this European safety organization had never, until now, been forced to demand a repair of design or production defects. That is, until testing the MG 3, a small Chinese utility vehicle whose seat fixings expose occupants to excessive risks.

During the off-center frontal impact, the rails that should fix the driver's seat to the chassis of the MG 3 proved unable to withstand the forces applied to them and gave way. This allows the seat to rotate and move suddenly and violently forward several centimeters (11.2 cm), subjecting the occupant's body to greater stress and potentially causing damage upon impact with the car body.

Faced with the Euro NCAP findings, MG identified the root of the construction defect and developed a solution to effectively protect occupants in the event of a collision. The seat rails and their respective fixings were replaced, ensuring that the seat and its occupant remain seated, and in their original position, during a violent crash.

Euro NCAP urges MG3 owners to complete free safety recall repair...Euro NCAP is encouraging all MG3 owners affected by a safety recall to arrange a free repair with their local MG dealer as soon as possible.

The recall follows independent crash testing carried out by Euro NCAP last year, during which the MG3 experienced a front seat rail failure in a frontal crash test. The issue allowed the driver’s seat to become unlatched during the impact.

Following a detailed technical review, MG agreed with Euro NCAP’s findings that the issue could also occur in real life and addressed the root cause with an improved design that was verified by Euro NCAP and eliminates any risk of the seat unlatching. The manufacturer swiftly implemented the change to production vehicles. MG has subsequently developed a repair for existing cars and has worked quickly with authorities in Europe and the UK to initiate a recall and repair campaign for affected MG3 models already sold to customers.

The repair is available free of charge through authorised MG dealerships, and recorded owners of MG3s built before August 2025 should already have been contacted directly by MG.

Euro NCAP’s testing programme exists to independently verify vehicle safety performance and identify potential risks, helping consumers make informed decisions and encouraging continual safety improvements across the automotive industry. The recall demonstrates the importance of collaboration between independent safety testing organisations, vehicle manufacturers and regulators.

New MG3 buyers can be confident that the issue has been adequately addressed. Owners of an MG3 built before August 2025 are strongly advised not to ignore or delay the repair, and to contact their local MG dealer to check if it is affected and have the recall work performed.

This was a significant safety flaw that Euro NCAP uncovered, and we were pleased with MG Motor’s robust response. Owners of the MG3 and MG3 Hybrid+ who haven’t heard about the vehicle recall or are still to take action should contact their local MG dealer, and they will confirm whether their car is one of the affected models, and arrange repairs, if necessary, at no cost to the owner...Dr. Aled Williams, Programme Director Euro NCAP

Euro NCAP Alerts MG3 Owners...The European automotive safety organization Euro NCAP has issued an alert to owners of the MG3 model to urgently carry out a free repair related to a safety flaw identified during crash tests. The problem was discovered in frontal impact tests conducted by the organization, which classified the situation as rare and potentially serious.

According to reports released by Euro NCAP, the driver's seat adjustment mechanism failed during the frontal crash test, causing partial torsion of the seat at the moment of impact. This failure significantly increased the forces exerted on the right leg of the test dummy, leading to a "poor" rating for protection in that area of ​​the body.

Despite the incident, the MG3 received an overall four-star rating in European safety tests. Euro NCAP explained that the current scoring system does not provide for automatic penalties for this specific type of mechanical failure, although it admitted concern about what happened. The entity also revealed that it had never recorded a similar problem in hundreds of vehicles tested since 1997.

The manufacturer MG Motor later confirmed that it had introduced changes to the seat mechanism and the driver's airbag system in the most recently produced units. However, vehicles already delivered to customers require a technical intervention in a workshop to ensure that the problem is fully resolved.

Recall campaigns are already underway in several international markets, including the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. In some countries, thousands of vehicles produced between 2024 and 2025 were covered by the recall. The repair consists of installing additional components in the driver's seat fastening system and will be carried out at no cost to the owners.

Euro NCAP has now appealed to all MG3 owners to respond quickly to contact from dealerships and schedule the technical intervention. The organization guarantees that the solution developed by the brand has been validated and considered effective, reinforcing that the update is essential to ensure the expected levels of protection in the event of an accident.

The Chinese group SAIC, to which MG belongs, introduced the new parts in MG 3s manufactured from August 2025 onwards, with thousands of units in circulation still to be repaired, sold previously and equipped with the weaker fixings. But despite the manufacturer having designed new parts, which it installs in the defective cars free of charge, the reality is that owners are not responding as positively to the recall as would be expected, given the seriousness of the situation and the potential risks.

Contacted, MG representatives in Portugal, the Marketing and Communications Manager, Alexandra Beny da Silva, stated that “the process of informing customers about the need to proceed with the free repair of their vehicles has already begun”. He further stated that "more than 20% of the customers contacted have already had the repairs done." This seemingly positive reaction from Portuguese drivers is higher than the average in other countries, where MG 3 users tend to "turn a blind eye" to the safety recall. This led Euro NCAP, in an unprecedented move, to issue a statement drawing attention to "the need to install the new seat fixings as soon as possible."