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Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]

This issue highlights the cybersecurity of China's intelligent connected cars, the IVI system supply chain overview, and the supply chain structure of the Suzuki Jimny Sierra.

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.

　

Cybersecurity of China's Intelligent Connected Cars

Cybersecurity of China's Intelligent Connected Cars

SGS and Pony.ai at the Guangzhou seminar

  • Building and integrating the cybersecurity system of intelligent connected cars
  • SGS: TISAX Information Security Assessment System for the Automotive Supply Chain
  • Pony.ai: TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment) operating system

Connected Car related reports

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IVI System Supply Chain

IVI System Supply Chain

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Cockpit Module Analysis Reports

Supply chain: Suzuki Jimny Sierra

Supply chain: Suzuki Jimny Sierra

The Suzuki Jimny, a full-fledged four-wheel-drive vehicle with a ladder frame, is the fourth generation since the first model was released in 1970, and it went on sale in July 2018. In Japan, the Kosai Plant (Shizuoka pref.) produces the Jimny (a kei car) and the 1.5-liter, 3-door Jimny Sierra. Average monthly sales of Jimny Sierra and Jimny Nomade in the Japanese market from January to June 2026 were approximately 5,000 units. The supplier structure for vehicles produced in Japan utilizes both system suppliers with a global focus and leading local suppliers. Denso supplies air conditioning and electrical components; JTEKT supplies steering-related parts; Koito Manufacturing supplies lamps; Tokai Rika supplies switches; Sumitomo Wiring Systems supplies wire harnesses; and Futaba Industrial supplies exhaust-related parts. The company also actively pursues global procurement by utilizing overseas suppliers such as Aumovio, GKN Driveline (Dauch), Valeo, and Stabilus.

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Statistics

Sales in Malaysia rise by 23.3% in June, driven by strong performance from Perodua’s Bezza and Proton’s Saga. Among Japanese brands, Honda and Mazda see sales growth fueled by the popularity of the City and Mazda3, respectively. Chery also records an increase, led by SUVs such as the JETOUR Dashing. In the EV segment, sales of the Proton e.MAS5 expand, aided by government initiatives to promote electric vehicle adoption. ...Read more

Sales Volume by Major OEMs
June 2025 → June 2026 (y/y)

  • Perodua 22,328 → 27,517 (Up 23.2%)
    • Bezza 5,590 → 7,636 (Up 36.6%)
  • Proton 10,638 → 15,450 (Up 45.2%)
    • Saga 5,188 → 5,754 (Up 10.9%)
    • eMas 5 (EV) - → 1,427 (-)
  • Honda 4,193 → 6,012 (Up 43.4%)
    • City 1,816 → 3,318 (Up 82.7%)
  • Chery 2,691 → 3,900 (Up 44.9%)
    • JETOUR Dashing 93 → 522 (Up 461.3%)
  • Mazda 526 → 1,064 (Up 102.3%)
    • Mazda 3 29 → 662 (Up 2182.8%)

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