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Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]
27 major xEV models at Auto China / WCX 2026: sustainability & robotaxis / Suppliers at Vienna Motor Symposium / Supply chain: Toyota Yaris Cross
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27 Major xEVs exhibited at Auto China (Electric/Autonomous)
Insights from Beijing Motor Show
Western OEMs
- VW: Unveiled models for the Chinese market
- Audi E7X
- Mercedes-Benz: China-only long-wheelbase version debuted
- smart #6 EHD
- BMW iX3/iX3 L
- GM Buick Electra E7
Japanese OEMs
Chinese OEMs
- BYD: Accelerated Adoption of 2nd-Gen Blade Battery and Flash Charging
- Geely: Promoting the diversification of powertrains (HEVs, PHEVs, BEVs)
- SAIC Motor: Exhibiting the Shangjie Z7/Z7T Co-Developed with Huawei
- Aion N60
- NIO ES9
- Great Wall Motor Ora 5 HEV
Market & Tech Reports
Sessions feature robotaxis, energy in automotive sustainability, alternative automotive sensing use
- Considerations in robotaxi development and deployment
- Honda and DriveOhio pilot program to support roadway maintenance
- Modern sustainability concerns amidst a changing energy environment
Vienna Motor Symposium 2026
- AVL List GmbH: HER Engine, Engine Platform, High‑Voltage Battery Management System (BMS), High‑Efficiency Electric Drive Unit (EDU)
- BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG: Compact turbocharged 999 cc 3‑cylinder engine
- FEV Group GmbH: Solid‑State Battery Module, Scotch‑Yoke Range Extender Engine, Rare‑Earth‑Reduced Electric Machine Platform
- Horse Powertrain Ltd.: High‑voltage single‑speed hybrid transmission, Hybrid Engine, Range‑Extender Powertrain
- KAMAX Holding GmbH & Co. KG: Steering‑knuckle fastening (concept)
- Poppe + Potthoff GmbH: TOPAQ Modular H2 Supply System
- SEG Automotive Germany GmbH: Boost Recuperation Machine, stator and rotor, motor generator, e-drive unit, inverter
- SHW AG: Pump-cooler-filter module, Cooling module, Electrical main coolant pump, Cooling, lubrication and actuation components
Supply chain: Toyota Yaris Cross
Production plants for Toyota Yaris Cross in Japan
Toyota's suppliers in Japan (including indirect transactions)
Interior Supply Chain
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News
- [USA] U.S. House introduces bill banning Chinese vehicles, manufacturing plants
- [USA] Chevrolet builds Bolt EVs in batch process at Fairfax Assembly plant
- [USA] GM to pay USD 12.75 million in California over selling driving data
- [USA] Mercedes-Benz recalls 144,049 vehicles over blank infotainment screens in U.S.
- [USA] Honda and Acura create Partnered Accessories programs in U.S.
- [USA] Lucid develops steering, acceleration, braking on its autonomy-ready platform
- [USA] Aptera Motors completes first five validation vehicles in Carlsbad, California
- [Canada] Honda Canada confirms EV production plans suspended indefinitely
- [Mexico] Nissan launches all-new Kait and renewed X-Trail SUVs in Mexico
- [Austria] [Exclusive Interview] Geely on Global Powertrain Strategy in a Multi Track Transition: System Level Innovation and Global Differentiation
- [Germany] Mercedes-Benz reduces carbon emissions by 21% in production of all-new GLB electric SUV
- [Germany, Italy] MAN Truck & Bus unveils 16-tonne eTGM electric truck at Transpotec Logitec 2026, Italy
- [UK] Toyota UK unveils ninth-generation Hilux with first-ever electric variant
- [Italy] Solaris unveils Urbino 10.5 electric midibus at Next Mobility Milano 2026, Italy
- [Russia] Avtovaz, Russia, resumes work after corporate vacation
- [Russia] Great Wall Motor to introduce WEY V9X crossover in Russia, starts winter testing
- [India] Indian passenger vehicle wholesale increases by 24.6% in April 2026
- [India] Honda launches digital subsidiary HDII in Bengaluru, India
- [India] JLR India launches Range Rover Sport SV at INR 20.5 million
- [India] ZF CVCS, India invests in wholly owned subsidiary ZF MIPL
- [Argentina] Ford to introduce Transit City in Argentina
- [Brazil] Dongfeng to start operations in Brazil in August under DFM name
- [Egypt] Toyota Egypt introduces two electric vehicles
- [UAE] Adamas Motor to distribute EXEED vehicles in Bahrain
- [Japan] Toyota launches all-new Land Cruiser FJ in Japan
- [Japan] Suzuki reports operating profit down 3.1% to JPY 6,293 billion for FY 2025, operating profit margin 9.9%
- [Japan] Flash Report: Subaru's operating income for the full 2025 fiscal year decreased by 90.1% to JPY 40.1 billion
- [Japan] Honda posts first-ever net loss of JPY 423.9 billion in FY2025 with big EV-related losses
- [Japan] Honda to introduce 15 HEV models globally by FY2029 to rebuild automobile business
- [Japan] Nissan announces JPY 533 billion net loss in FY2025, forecasts return to profitability in FY2026
- [Japan] On-site coverage: Kia Launches PV5 Electric Van in the Japanese Market
- [Japan, Vietnam] Mitsubishi Motors and FPT Japan Holdings explore AI and SDV-related development
- [Thailand, China] Thai auto associations to propose at least 32% excise duty on fully imported EVs
- [Malaysia] Malaysia sets 2030 target for Level 3 autonomous driving development
- [Vietnam] VinFast records 24,774 EV deliveries in April 2026, Jan–Apr total at 78,458
- [Vietnam] VinFast plans to divest Vietnam manufacturing unit in major restructuring move
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