Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]
Geely i-HEV hybrid technology / Auto China 2026 kicks off / Supply chain: Nissan Roox / Suzuki Ignis
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

Next-generation AI HEV solutions
- Intelligence: High functionality through Full-domain AI 2.0 technology
- Energy saving: Reduced fuel consumption through combustion optimization and friction reduction design
- Performance: From "engine-driven-centric" to "motor-driven-centric”
- Safety: Original hybrid safety design and rigorous verification
- Improved durability and reliability
Auto China (Beijing Motor Show)

- Nissan unveils two NEV SUV concepts
- DFMC and Huawei’s jointly developed brand Yijing names first flagship model X9
- Valeo to present latest innovations developed at “China Speed”
(Previous posts)
- VW Group and XPeng launch co-developed ID. UNYX 08 electric SUV
- VW Group to showcase smart EV lineup with four global premieres
- Smart unveils Concept #2 and #6 EHD sedan
- GAC-Huawei Aistaland GT7 electric coupe poised for technology launch conference at Auto China 2026
- Horse Powertrain unveils compact X-Range C15 hybrid powertrain system
- Marelli to showcase latest in-cabin innovations for SDVs
Supply chain: Nissan Roox
The "ProPILOT" system installed in this vehicle is a driver assistance system that combines a ZF-manufactured camera with millimeter-wave radar, with ADAS control handled by Astemo. Suppliers are primarily from the Nissan network, including Ichikoh Industries for the rear lamps, Highly Marelli for the air conditioning, and ALPHA Corporation for key-related components. There are also overseas Tier 1 suppliers, such as Fuyao Glass for the window glass and BorgWarner for the timing chain.
Production plant for Nissan Roox
Mitsubishi Motors, Mizushima Plant
Japan's Mini Car Production Volume (A-segment, by Model, April 2025 - March 2026)
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News
- [USA] GM buys Auburn Hills site to support ICE truck and SUV production at Orion Assembly
- [USA] Tesla Q1 results appear lackluster as focus grows in other areas
- [USA] PG&E and Tesla evaluate AC vehicle-to-grid charging in California
- [USA] Tesla plans two Robotaxi-only Supercharger stations in Arizona
- [USA, EU] Mercedes-Benz, Liquid AI partner on embedded in-car intelligence in North America
- [USA] Toyota Mobility Foundation names Detroit winners of Sustainable Cities Challenge
- [USA] Ford recalls 2024-26 Rangers over wiring harness damage
- [USA, Thailand] U.S. seeks easing of UNECE-based certification burden in Thai auto market
- [Canada, USA] Canada’s Carney says USMCA talks will take time, but says U.S. will not dictate terms
- [Mexico] Mexican heavy vehicle exports down 30.3% in January–March 2026
- [EU] EU passenger car sales up 11.1% in March 2026
- [EU] Stellantis launches new Leapmotor B05 C-segment electric hatchback in Europe
- [UK] Bentley Motors confirms first fully electric car for 2026 launch
- [Germany] MAN Truck & Bus advances level 4 with self-driving city bus under MINGA project
- [Germany] Bosch unveils third generation of SiC semiconductors
- [France, Italy, Germany] Stellantis Rennes plant, France halts Citroën C5 Aircross production over gearbox shortage
- [France, USA] Valeo expands collaboration with Google Cloud on AI to boost automotive innovation
- [France] Uber invests in HysetCo, France, to deploy 2,000 hydrogen-powered taxi in France
- [Italy] Kia unveils Vision Meta Turismo concept car at Milan Design Week, Italy
- [Italy, EU] LEPAS announces European debut in Milan, Italy, presents LEX Intelligent New Energy Platform
- [Finland] Valmet Automotive partners with Carrus Delta for coach bodies production in Uusikaupunki plant, Finland
- [Austria] Vienna Motor Symposium officially begins, to discuss advancements in propulsion technologies
- [Russia] AGR Holding and Defetoo launch engine production plant in Russia
- [Kazakhstan] Astana Motors presents first Kazakhstan-produced GWM pickup trucks
- [China] GAC Group establishes intelligent cockpit product line
- [China] Leapmotor launches D19 flagship large SUV
- [India] Tata Elxsi, India updates about key deals wins in Q4 FY 2026
- [Brazil] BYD hires additional 410 workers at Camacari complex in Brazil
- [Egypt] NDS and Rox Motors sign MoU to develop Egypt as hub for North Africa and Middle East markets
- [Ghana] Japan Motors launches all-new Nissan Patrol in Ghana
- [Japan] Mazda to end sales of “Mazda 2” in Japan as early as July
- [Japan, North America] AISIN‘s Active Front Spats adopted for all-new Toyota RAV4 with North American specifications
- [Korea] Honda to discontinue automobile sales in South Korea at end of 2026
- [Korea] LG Innotek to supply Wi-Fi 7 communication module to German electric parts manufacturer
- [Malaysia, China] Changan reportedly set to enter Malaysia in H2 2026; CKD possible
- [Bangladesh] Rancon Auto, and Mitsubishi announce JV to assemble vehicles in Bangladesh
- [Thailand] Thailand industrial sentiment softening in March; Auto sector among industries under export pressure



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