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Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]
This issue highlights the latest 2027 EPA engine upgrades and hydrogen projects from ACT Expo 2026, our exclusive interview with Denso on its industrial LiDAR and DPP-enabled solutions, a detailed supply chain analysis of the Nissan Navara, the world premiere of Valeo's rare earth-free motor at JSAE 2026, and upcoming launch schedules including the Kia K4 in Europe.
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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ACT Expo 2026: Improvements to combustion engines; Hydrogen announcements
ACT Expo 2026: Improvements to combustion engines; Hydrogen announcements
Highlights include the upgraded International S13 Integrated Powertrain changing electric architecture, Mack Trucks' debut of the 2027 MP13 engine with improved combustion, Cummins' updated flagship X15 engine as part of its Many Paths Strategy, cellcentric's BZA375 next-generation fuel cell system showcase, and Toyota and Forvia's hydrogen announcements revealing commitment to technology.
...Read moreExclusive Interview: Denso's LiDAR & DPP solutions
Mr. Kashiwada, Sensing Component Technology Div. 2; Mr. Maruyama and Mr. Hayashida, Social Innovation Business, Development Function Unit, explained products and technologies being developed within Denso's Societal Value Expansion Domains.
Supply chain: Nissan D27 Navara (Thailand)
The Nissan D27 Navara, produced in Thailand, is a 1-metric-ton pickup truck for the Oceania market based on the sixth-generation Mitsubishi Triton. It is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine. Powertrain and chassis components leverage a global supplier network concentrated in Thailand, with major contributions from Denso, BorgWarner, MAHLE, and local Tier 1 suppliers.
- New Triton platform vehicle launch schedule
- Production plant: (Thailand) Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (MMTh), Laemchabang Plant
- Plant news in Thailand
- Nissan's suppliers in Thailand (including indirect transactions)
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JSAE Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026
- Valeo: Heavy rare-earth free permanent magnet synchronous motor (World premiere), Driver monitoring system
- Desay: Next-generation AI cockpit solution, ISP image processing technology
- TE Connectivity: FPC Crimp Technology (Piercing), Small coaxial and differential connectors
- Univance: Univance e-Axle, A study on the lubrication of high-speed rotating gears (part 4)
- Taiho Kogyo: Dissimilar metal joining technology, Aluminum die-cast cooler, Paper-made CFRP
- JTEKT: Steer-by-wire system Syncusteer, Hydrogen solutions for mobility
- Furukawa Electric: In-vehicle wireless communication and power technology, High-performance, high-voltage, and high-current wire harnesses
- Sumitomo Electric Industries: High vibration-resistant pin connector, Filasense - Small-diameter piezoelectric sensor wire
- More exhibits from the JSAE Exposition 2026
- JSAE 2026 in Yokohama: xEVs, e-Powertrains, Motors
- JSAE 2026 in Yokohama: Metal Processing Technologies
- JSAE 2026 News
- Major Parts Suppliers Reports
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Launch Schedules
1) Kia K4
2) VW Multivan
3) Roewe Jiayue 07, RX5, MG MG 4X, MG 07, ES5, IM LS8
4) Lexus ES
Global May Sales Statistics
- India sales increase 23% in May (market expansion continues due to GST tax cuts and low interest rates; Suzuki, Tata, and Mahindra remain top three)
- Türkiye May sales fall 22.6% (market slowdown continues due to monetary tightening; Renault, Hyundai-Kia grow on SUV demand)
- Italy sales increase 6% in May (driven by electric vehicles; BYD, Leapmotor, and Chery make significant gains)
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News
- [USA] Chevrolet introduces fifth-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 pickup
- [USA] Ford seeks U.S. software approval to continue importing China-built vehicles
- [USA] Rivian to bring AI-powered humanoids into manufacturing plants
- [EU, USA] EU Parliament approves U.S. trade deal, heads to European Council
- [EU] BYD presents DM 5.0 super hybrid technology in Europe with new Dolphin G DM-i
- [Germany, USA] All-new BMW X5 enters final testing phase ahead of launch at Spartanburg plant, US
- [Germany, France] Daimler Truck to expand defence vehicle production at Worth and Molsheim plants
- [Germany, France] Continental and Renault collaborate on low rolling resistance tires to improve EV range
- [Germany] BMW revises down financial outlook for 2026, EBIT margin at 1-3%
- [France] Renault launches “converted by Renault” program in France
- [Italy] Unions officially announce Stellantis plans for EUR 5 billion investment in R&D in Italy
- [Spain] SEAT Martorell plant upgrades production line for Cupra Raval EV
- [China] Chery-JLR’s Freelander presents Freelander 8 in Shanghai ahead of official launch in UAE
- [China] smart launches all-new luxury plug-in hybrid hatchback sedan Smart #6
- [China] Filing information released for eπ EP7, Dongfeng eπ and Huawei Qiankun’s second jointly developed model
- [China] Schaeffler showcases metallic bipolar plates and advanced coating technologies at FCVC 2026
- [India] Tata Motors PV, India increases R&D in SDV, Flex-Fuel and EV Powertrains
- [India] Government of India signs MoU with Ashok Leyland and Switch Mobility for Delhi-NCR old vehicle replacement scheme
- [India] Indian passenger vehicle wholesale increases by 25.3% in May 2026
- [Turkiye] Hyundai Motor Turkiye advances EV production with new battery facility
- [Turkiye] Turkish vehicle sales down 22.6% and production down 32.8% in May
- [Saudi Arabia] Saudi Arabia announces legal framework for self-driving vehicles
- [Iran] Ilya Automotive restarts assembly of KGM Musso Grand Khan pickup truck
- [Ethiopia, China] Weichai Group supports trial operation of Ethiopia’s first oil-to-gas conversion bus
- [Brazil] Hyundai launches all-new Hyundai i20 B segment hatchback in Brazil
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