Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]
This edition covers parts suppliers for the Xiaomi SU7, German 2025 sales by model, a supply chain analysis of IVI systems, and a look at EVs equipped with LFP batteries.
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.
Supply chain
Xiaomi SU7 achieved early ramp-up by combining strong suppliers in each field: the electric powertrain core is from a Chinese supplier, the chassis from Western Tier 1s, ADAS computing by NVIDIA, and sensors from specialized Chinese suppliers.
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Explore detailed specifications for a wide range of electric vehicles, including those equipped with LFP batteries.
Market & Tech Reports
GlobalData European Passenger Car Sales Update (December 2025)
News
- [USA] CES 2026: Ford to launch affordable SAE Level 3 autonomous technology in 2028
- [USA] CES 2026: Ford unveils in-house developed centralized compute module
- [USA] CES 2026: Hyundai Mobis forms strategic collaboration with Boston Dynamics
- [USA] CES 2026: Visteon shows compute solution with Snapdragon Cockpit Elite platform
- [USA] CES 2026: Visteon and Mahindra, India, partner for SmartCore Pro cockpit system
- [USA] CES 2026: Hyundai Mobis, Qualcomm to collaborate on SDV architecture for ADAS
- [USA] VW, Audi U.S. sales plunge as Trump policies take effect
- [USA, Germany] Volkswagen Group and Qualcomm sign chip agreement for next-gen platforms
- [USA, Netherlands] Visteon integrates TomTom Automotive Navigation Application with cognitoAI platform
- [Mexico] Toyota Mexico announces 2025 best sales ever in the country
- [Mexico] Mexico’s auto parts production expected to reach USD 127.5 billion in 2025
- [Germany] VWCV upgrades electric Transporter and Caravelle with bigger battery and 4Motion AWD
- [Italy] Stellantis production in Italy declines by 20.1% in 2025
- [Sweden] Volvo Cars reveals teaser images of all new EX60
- [Austria] Xpeng to produce updated P7+ sedan at Magna Graz plant in Austria
- [Turkiye] OYAK reveals 2026 Renault models lineup for Türkiye market
- [China] GWM names new platform “Guiyuan”
- [China] Chery Holding Group sets 2026 sales goal at 3.2 million units
- [China] Xiaomi EV unveils next-gen SU7 electric sedan, with launch expected in April
- [China] Leapmotor, Hirige sign 2026 framework agreement on auto parts procurement
- [China] China strengthens export controls on Japan-bound dual-use items
- [India] Lexus India reports 50% growth in LM and LX sales in 2025
- [India] Volkswagen India to launch flagship Tayron R-Line 7-seater SUV in Q1 2026
- [India] Samvardhana Motherson, India completes joint venture with Egtronics
- [Argentina] VW, fastest growing brand in Argentina in 2025
- [Kuwait] LEPAS signs distribution deal with Al-Babtain Group to launch NEVs in Kuwait
- [South Africa] South Africa auto sales up 19.2% in December, the full year 2025 up 15.7%
- [Korea, Germany] Infineon and HL Klemove, Korea, partner for innovation for software-defined vehicles
- [Thailand] Thailand sets long-term plan to strengthen semiconductor industry
- [Taiwan] Foxtron Bria to debut at Taipei Auto Show 2026
- [Malaysia] Chery Malaysia sales surpass 30,000 units in under 3 years
- [Australia] Australian new vehicle sales decrease 0.9% in 2025
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