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China Passenger Car Association analysis of production and sales volumes for April 2024
The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for April 2024.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in April 2024
Retail
April retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.532 million units,
Syensqo, Belgium launches expanded films to enhance efficiency of electric motors
On May 7, Syensqo introduced an extension of its Ajedium Films lineup, designed to replace traditional paper slot liners in electric motors up to 400V. The company will showcase the new Ajedium PPSU slot liner films at the global Coil Winding, Insulation & Electrical Manufacturing Exhibition (CWIEME) in Berlin, Germa
Singapore-based ENNOVI introduces new EV battery module CSS lamination approach
Announced on May 8, 2024, ENNOVI, Singapore-based mobility electrification solutions partner, introduced an innovative cell contacting system (CCS) lamination approach that helps improve EV battery module design and assembly.
ENNOVI has qualified polyethylene terephthalate (PET) insulation foils and adhesives from m
First charging station co-built by NIO Power, CNOOC O&P commissioned
On April 24, the first charging station co-invested and co-built by NIO Power and CNOOC Oil & Petrochemicals Co., Ltd. (CNOOC O&P) was officially commissioned.
Since the June 27, 2023 signing of a strategic cooperation framework agreement, NIO Power and CNOOC O&P have been co-building charging and battery swapping fa
Jawa Yezdi motorcycles, India updates about engine enhancements in 2024 Jawa Perak
On April 23, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles updated about the enhancements made to the 334cc, liquid-cooled engine of the 2024 Jawa Perak motorcycle which is priced at INR 213 thousand the improvements include the implementation of micro geometry modifications to the gear tooth, resulting in superior meshing quality for redu
Thai PTT interested in hydrogen fuel development for mobility technology
Reported on April 18, 2024, PTT PLC, the Thai national oil and gas conglomerate, revealed that amid the rising popularity of electric-powered vehicles, hydrogen is considered another future energy for mobility technology.
In terms of EVs, PTT’s subsidiary Arun Plus has announced its plan to start producing EVs in Tha
Porsche unveils latest generation of Cayenne GTS Coupé
On April 22, Porsche unveiled the new generation of Cayenne GTS models. The GTS, standing for Gran Turismo Sport, features 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine which generates output of 368 kW, an increase of 30 kW from the previous model, and delivers 660 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds with
Novares opens new plant in Pinghu, Zhejiang, China
Novares announced that its subsidiary, Noveastern, inaugurated a new plant located in Pinghu, Zhejiang (China) on April 18, 2024, with an investment of CNY 110 million.
The inauguration followed the decision to move the industrial activities from Kangqiao, Shanghai to Pinghu. This aligns with the company’s strategy t
Sterling Tools, India signs MoU with Yongin Electronics, South Korea for EV components facility
On April 18, Sterling Tools Limited through its subsidiary signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s, Yongin Electronics Co., Ltd, a major supplier of components to the Hyundai Kia Motor Group. This agreement is expected to generate INR 2.50 billion in business over the next 5 years and to acceler
Nex Point anticipates new policies that support development of hydrogen ecosystem in Thailand
Reported on April 10, 2024, Thailand-based electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Nex Point Plc asked the Thai government to release more policies to sustainably support the development of the hydrogen ecosystem in Thailand.
Nex Point, which inked an MoU with Toyota Tsusho and Denso for the collaborative developme
Toyota introduces sixth-gen 2025 4Runner ahead of fall U.S. market launch
On April 9, Toyota introduced the all-new sixth-gen 2025 Toyota 4Runner ahead of U.S. market launch in fall 2024.
The three-row 2025 4Runner will be built in Toyota Motor Corporation’s Tahara plant in Japan on Toyota’s body-on-frame TNGA-F global truck platform, shared with the Tacoma, Land Cruiser, Tundra and Sequoi
China Passenger Car Association analysis of production and sales volumes for March 2024
The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for March 2024.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in March 2024
Retail
March retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.687 million units,
Lotte Aluminium separates secondary battery material division
Several South Korean media sources reported that Lotte Aluminium Co., Ltd. has established Lotte Infracell, a secondary battery material company, by dividing its secondary battery material division.
In 2022, Lotte Aluminium established Lotte Aluminum Materials USA in Kentucky, the U.S., a lithium-ion battery aluminum
Uno Minda, India gets notified by Honda Motorcycles and Scooter for the recalled part
Uno Minda Limited received communication from Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) informing about the global recall of their bikes on account of leakage of oil observed from the engine caused due to dislodgement of the sealing plug cone out of the engine cover (recalled part) which was supplied by its B
Indian Oil and Panasonic Energy partners to manufacture lithium-ion cells in India
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil) and Panasonic Energy signed a binding term sheet to draw a framework for forming a JV for manufacturing cylindrical lithium-ion cells in India. The two companies are engaged in a feasibility study regarding the utilization of battery technology to facilitate the transition t