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Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]
This issue features new monthly sales data by model for Iran, Morocco, and Ecuador, a look at inverter and power electronics exhibits from Automotive World, and supply chain details for the Toyota bZ4X and FCEV & e-Powertrain parts.
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.
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[New] Iran, Morocco, and Ecuador monthly sales by model
Starting from January 2026, monthly sales volume by model are available.
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BorgWarner Gen4 inverters, Fuji Electric power modules, and more
- Inverters, converters (BorgWarner, Leadrive Technology, ITRI, Ministry of the Environment)
- Power modules (Fuji Electric, Infineon, Oita Device Technology)
- Power electronics (NHK Spring, Murata Manufacturing, Micron Electric)
Supply chain: Toyota bZ4X
It is a jointly developed vehicle by Toyota and Subaru. The drive battery is supplied by Prime Planet Energy & Solutions (PPES). The e-Axle is developed by BluE Nexus and supplied by Aisin. The inverter is supplied by Denso. Many Toyota Group companies are involved.
Supply chain: FCEV & e-Powertrain Parts
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Toyota bZ4X Touring
Toyota bZ4X Touring/bZ Woodland, Subaru Trailseeker/E-Outback
Electric SUVs in the D (Upper Medium) segment that compete with the Toyota bZ4X Touring
Toyota launches all-new bZ4X Touring BEV in Japan
Toyota to premiere new bZ Woodland BEV model in North America
News
- [USA, EU] Stellantis reports first annual loss in 2025 after EV write down, turnaround strategy in place
- [USA] Lincoln considers body-on-frame Mercedes-Benz G-Class competitor
- [USA] Ford recalls over 4.3 million pickups, SUVs in U.S. for towing software
- [USA, UAE] Uber Air powered by Joby to launch in 2026
- [Mexico] Mexican automotive industry benefited by new U.S. tariffs
- [EU] Lexus Europe reveals new-generation ES with first fully electric version for 2026
- [EU, USA, China] Stellantis looking to expand JV to Leapmotor's powertrain and battery tech
- [UK] Genesis Motor UK unveils all-new GV60 Magma ahead of UK launch
- [UK] Aston Martin to cut up to 20% jobs and aims for GBP 40 million annual savings
- [Ireland] Ireland announces eSPSV scheme supporting taxi operators to transition to electric vehicles
- [Italy] Stellantis Melfi plant, Italy, halts production again amid component shortage
- [Italy] Bridgestone launches full operation of Driver-in-the-Loop Simulator at Italy R&D facility
- [Germany] Opel expands electric GSE lineup with new Corsa GSE
- [France, China] EU Commission clears Yanfeng Holding and OPmobility joint acquisition of 4 Chinese automotive firms
- [Austria] ams-OSRAM launches AS5173 magnetic position sensor for next-generation chassis control
- [Russia, Belarus] Kamaz, Russia, signs component supply agreement with BATE OJSC
- [Russia] Avtovaz, Russia, commissions automated wheel assembly and balancing line
- [China] Changan Auto to conduct in-vehicle verification of Golden Shield solid-state battery prior to Q3 2026
- [China] Apollo Go to expand autonomous driving test network in Hong Kong
- [China] Beijing to issue 80,000 additional NEV license plate quotas in 2026
- [China] BMW Group, CATL to jointly promote carbon reduction across power battery supply chain
- [China] EVE Energy establishes wholly-owned subsidiary in Hefei, Anhui
- [India] JSW Motors, India partners with Tata IIS to build EV manufacturing talent pipeline, begins hunt for dealer partners
- [India] Maruti Suzuki’s, India, Gujarat rail siding becomes first modal shift transport project to earn carbon credits
- [India] KPIT Technologies, India and IIT Bombay signs MoU to align AI-led mobility research
- [India] Webasto to open third roof systems plant in India by Q4 2026
- [Brazil] Espirito Santo state government announces details for second GWM plant in Brazil
- [Argentina] Prestige Auto to work on Saturdays to recover Sprinter production in Argentina
- [Iran] Tigard Motors introduces BYD Leopard 5 in Iran
- [Thailand] Geely’s Riddara plans new EV pickup launch in Thailand, studies local plant
- [Thailand] MG Thailand outlines 2026 Dual Track strategy with new model launches
- [Thailand] Chery postpones Omoda & Jaecoo Thailand plant opening ceremony at short notice
- [Malaysia] EVE Energy marks phase II completion at Malaysia battery plant
- [Japan] Eight Japanese OEMs’ global production for January 2026 marks first decrease in two months
- [Japan] Japan Fair Trade Commission approves business integration of Hino and MFTBC
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