Automotive Industry News & Contents 2025 [Daily Updates]
This week's news includes a report on Toyota's China strategy, focusing on the integration of locally-led product development with intelligent technology, and the latest developments regarding U.S. tariff policies.
Updated daily with the latest information for the automotive industry. Coverage (Japanese/English/Chinese) of information directly related to business, including complete vehicles, EVs, automated driving, sales figures, and industry reports.
FEATURED REPORTS

Integration of locally-led product development with intelligent technology
- Research and development by Toyota China
- Four major local development policies
- GAC Toyota's vehicle development technology path and current approach to AI-equipped products
- Partnerships with Huawei, Momenta, and Xiaomi
U.S. Import volume

U.S. monthly import volume by model is available.
LAUNCH SCHEDULES

Chinese model plan updates
TOP 400 SUPPLIERS
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Detailed reports on 400 Tier 1 suppliers from around the world are available.
SDV/In-Vehicle Software Vendor Report
WHO SUPPLIES WHOM
Added total 44 items for Tata vehicles (Curvv, Nexon, Safari, Tigor) in India.
Curvv, Nexon, Safari, Tigor launch schedule
- Radar (Millimeter Wave Radar, LiDAR, etc.) (Germany etc. 9 items):
- Display (Germany etc. 4 items):
- Digital Instrument Cluster (Germany etc. 5 items):
- Telematics (Germany etc. 6 items):
- Side Airbag (Germany etc. 13 items):
- ABS Actuator (Germany etc. 7 items):
- Other ECU (Germany 6 items):
- Turbocharger (Germany 2 items):
- Starter Motor (Germany etc. 3 items):
- Brake Booster (Germany etc. 3 items):
- Door ECU (Germany 2 items):
- Trailer Hitch (Germany 2 items):
- Electric Parking Brake Switch (Germany 2 items):
- Tire (Germany etc. 5 items):
- Window Glass (USA etc. 20 items):
- Park Assist System (Japan 7 items):
- Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS) (Japan 4 items):
- Car Navigation System (Japan 2 items):
- In-Vehicle Infotainment (Japan 2 items):
- Exterior Mirror (Japan etc. 7 items):
- HVAC (Japan 6 items):
- Alternator (Japan 1 item):
- Keyless Antenna Receiver (Japan 4 items):
- Wiper Motor (Japan 4 items):
- Steering Column (Japan 2 items):
- Head Lamp (Japan 4 items):
- Turn Signal Lamp (Japan 2 items):
- Digital Cockpit Platform (SoC) (China 3 items):
- Seat Belt (China etc. 13 items):
- Curtain Airbag (China 5 items):
- Wiring Harness (China etc. 3 items):
- Driver Airbag (China 2 items):
- Passenger Airbag (China 2 items):
- Steering Wheel (China 1 item):
- Engine Mount (India 1 item):
- Brake Line (India 1 item):
- Brake Fluid Reservoir (India 1 item):
- Interior Mirror (India 3 items):
- Wiper Arm (India 2 items):
- Tailgate Gas Spring (India 2 items):
- CNG Tank (India 1 item):
- Clamp (India 2 items):
- Battery (India 2 items):
- Airbag Sensor (Indonesia 15 items):
- Radiator (Indonesia 6 items):
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NEWS
- [USA, Japan] U.S.-Japan tariff negotiations result in 15% auto tariff
- [USA, China] U.S. imposes 93.5% anti-dumping duty on graphite from China
- [USA, EU] Hopes for U.S.-EU trade deal fade as Europe explores response to Trump tariff threat
- [USA, Philippines] Trump announces trade, military deal with Philippines
- [USA, Germany] Mercedes-Benz to temporarily halt production of U.S.-bound EQ series ahead of EV tax credit expiration
- [USA] Honda to produce EV and ICE components on flexible line at Anna Engine Plant
- [USA] Honda and Acura EVs gain access to Tesla Superchargers in U.S. with approved adapters
- [USA] Mack Trucks debuts Mack Protect safety system on new Pioneer Class 8 truck
- [USA] Faraday Future holds world premiere of FX Super One electric MPV in Los Angeles
- [USA] Eaton to acquire Resilient Power Systems
- [USA] Adient invests USD 8 million in new Normal, Illinois plant to supply seats to Rivian
- [Canada] GM Oshawa plant to have 3-week scheduled shutdown
- [Mexico] Nissan to close Cuernavaca and COMPAS plants in Mexico within next two years
- [EU, North America] Stellantis’ consolidated shipments down 6% in Q2 2025
- [EU, USA] Ford may develop new passenger car lineup with partners for Europe
- [France, China] Valeo develops 5-in-1 deep integration power electronics module for major Chinese NEV manufacturer
- [Italy] Italian unions say Stellantis’ vehicle production in Italy to reach 440,000 units in 2025
- [Italy, Slovakia] Brembo develops low-emission brake system in RE-BREATH project
- [Spain] Stellantis Vigo plant halts two shifts due to parts shortage
- [UK] Isuzu reveals pricing for D-Max EV pickup in UK, deliveries start in 2026
- [Sweden] Volvo Cars provides update on cost and cash flow improvement plan
- [Russia] Dongfeng Motor launches Mage crossover in Russia
- [China] Mitsubishi Motors to terminate engine production in China
- [China] China’s pickup truck market up 16.4% to 307,000 units in H1 2025
- [China] BMW Brilliance to establish subsidiary IT R&D center in Nanjing
- [China] BAIC Group launches BJ40 ICEV off-road SUV
- [China] Li Auto starts accepting pre-orders for i8 6-seater electric SUV
- [India] Indian Government starts formulating Automotive Mission Plan 2047
- [India] Pioneer India receives first order for 360-degree surround view cameras from OEM
- [Taiwan] TSMC to phase out GaN business over next two years
- [Indonesia, EU] Indonesia and EU to promote Indonesian access to European automotive market
- [Indonesia] Daihatsu’s sales in Indonesia reach 66,716 units in H1 2025, to launch HV models
- [Indonesia, China] CATL’s subsidiary participates in EV conference in Indonesia, advocating “1+1+1 localization partnership model”
- [Malaysia] Chery launches locally-made Jaecoo J8 D-segment SUV in Malaysia
- [Vietnam] Hyundai’s sales in Vietnam down 16.8% in June
- [Vietnam] Vietnam-based Kim Long Motor to increase investment by VND 21 trillion for growth and global expansion
- [UAE] UAE-based SEET to acquire stake in emerging EV maker NWTN
- [South Africa] Mercedes-Benz South Africa plant reconsiders production plans due to additional U.S. tariffs
- [Algeria] Stellantis completes 85% of CKD expansion work at Algerian plant
- [Egypt] Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority forecasts 20% increase in car carrier tonnage in H2 2025
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