Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]

Mar 24, 2026

We bring you updates on BYD 2nd gen Blade battery & charging tech, Renault "futuREady" models, Supply chain: Suzuki XL6, and Feb US production down 0.3%.

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.

Market & Tech Reports

BYD: 2nd Generation Blade Battery and Fast Charging Technology

Reduced charging time; ultra-thin, high-strength SEI film; 1,500kW fast charging

2nd Generation Blade Battery: Charges to 97% in just 9 minutes
Fast charging technology and equipment: Maximum output of 1,500kW, operable with one hand
"Flash Charging China" Strategy: Planning to build 20,000 FLASH Charging stations by the end of 2026
Models equipped with the 2nd Generation Blade Battery

BYD reports

Launch Schedules

Renault “futuREady” European Platform Strategy

Forecast by market (up to 2030)

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Supply chain: Suzuki XL6 (India)

The Maruti Suzuki XL6 is an MPV model built on Suzuki's global "HEARTECT" platform. In Indonesia, it is manufactured and sold as the XL7.

For parts sourcing, the company relies heavily on Indian-owned suppliers, including Nippon Audiotronix for on-board cameras, Krishna for seats, Subros for HVAC systems, and SKH for fuel tanks. Furthermore, the XL7 in Indonesia primarily sources parts from Indonesian suppliers, optimizing procurement based on each production site.