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DY Deokyang wins order for Kia’s PBV door trims
Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s DY Deokyang Co., Ltd. had won an order from Kia Corporation for door trims of the automaker’s large-sized purpose-built vehicles (PBVs). Kia’s PBVs are electric vehicles (EVs) optimized for specific purposes, such as delivery, shuttle services, and autono
Auto Shanghai 2025: Antolin presents solutions for future of car interiors
Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) presented innovations for car interiors, focusing on sustainability, technology integration, and user experience (UX), at Auto Shanghai 2025.
The highlights included (i) the SUNRISE cockpit concept, co-developed with VIA optronics, (ii) OnBoardUX, co-developed with Saint-Gobain Se

Auto Shanghai 2025: Toyota Boshoku to participate with theme of “reSpire”
Toyota Boshoku Corporation (Toyota Boshoku) will participate in the Auto Shanghai 2025 to be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from April 23 to May 2, 2025. Under the theme of “reSpire”, Toyota Boshoku will place emphasis on exhibiting forward-looking mobility and cockpit solutions for
Tata AutoComp, India buys 80% in UK’s Artifex to boost car interiors business
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (Tata AutoComp) announced that it has entered definitive agreements to acquire an 80% stake in UK-based Artifex Interior Systems Limited (formerly IAC UK) from Jaguar Land Rover Ventures Limited, a subsidiary of Tata Motors. The acquisition, valued at GBP 77 million (with potential defer
Kia unveils EV2 Concept model at 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain
On February 27, Kia Corporation unveiled its Concept EV2, Kia’s vision for a future B-segment all-electric SUV production model, at 2025 Kia EV Day held in Tarragona, Spain.
The Concept EV2 front design showcases a modern look with vertical daytime running lights (DRLs) and Kia's Star Map signature lighting. It feat

Peps-JV Melaka plant, Malaysia produces 1,000th Haval H6 HEV; Other GWM / BAIC models to start in 2025
Reported on December 16, 2024, Great Wall Motor Malaysia has already recorded the 1,000th unit of the Haval H6 HEV, locally assembled at the factory in Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park, Melaka. GWM appointed EP Manufacturing (EPMB) as its contract vehicle assembler. The H6’s local production started in September at EPMB’s
Wuling Motors unveils Hongguang MINI EV 4-door hatchback
On December 10, Wuling Motors unveiled the Hongguang MINI EV 4-door, a new model of the Hongguang MINI EV hatchback.
The Hongguang MINI EV 4-door, the first 4-door 4-seater micro New Energy Vehicle, allows for front- and rear-row independent boarding and alighting. Based on a unique aesthetic exterior design concept,

DS Automobiles unveils new 'N°' naming strategy and advanced design for future EV models
On December 2, Stellantis announced that DS Automobiles is introducing a new naming strategy that links current and future EV models, using the "N°" (number) format. The approach emphasizes the brand’s bold presence, with the badge prominent at the front and the full "DS Automobiles" name at the rear.
The "N°" naming

Cadillac’s 2025 Lyriq has 24% fewer parts than 2024 model
On July 23 during GM’s Q2 earnings call, GM CEO Mary Barra noted changes the company has embraced to meet its USD 2 billion fixed cost reduction program this year and make its cars less expensive to produce, such as the Cadillac Lyriq in Spring Hill, Tennessee.
“Through smarter contenting and optimizing selectable op
Melexis, Belgium presents new LED drivers for automotive lighting
On June 13, Melexis announced the extension of its LIN RGB family with the MLX81123. It features a SOIC8 and a small DFN-8 3mm x 3mm packaging. This miniaturization enables the use of light in any location of the car, whereas before there were limitations due to space constraints.
The MLX81123’s miniaturization allo

Isuzu introduces upgraded MU-X PPV in Thailand
Announced on June 13, 2024, Isuzu launched a significantly upgraded MU-X in Thailand on June 12. The model will be subsequently launched in over 60 countries and regions around the world.
The MU-X 7-seater PPV is a variant of Isuzu’s 1-ton D-MAX pickup. This is its first major product upgrade since a full model chang
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South Korea’s Duckyang Industry wins order for cockpit modules and door trims from Hyundai Motor
Duckyang Industry Co., Ltd. (Duckyang Industry) announced that it has received an order for cockpit modules and door trims from Hyundai Motor Company.
Duckyang Industry will supply cockpit modules worth KRW 482.5 billion for the successive model of the Hyundai Avante from February 2026 to February 2032.
It will suppl
Daihatsu halts shipment of all models globally, found issues at 64 models
On December 20, Daihatsu announced that it decided to temporarily suspend shipment of all models currently in production overseas and in Japan, due to its manipulation of safety tests spreads.
After an investigation by the Independent Third-Party Committee, there were irregularities found in 64 models and 3 engines (
Suzuki introduces all-new Swift in Japan
On December 6, Suzuki announced that it will start sales of the all-new Swift subcompact hatchback in Japan from 13 December 2023 for CVT models, and from 17 January 2024 for 5MT models.
The packaging follows the compact and easy-to-handle body size with 3,860 mm long, 1,695 mm wide, 1,500 mm high and wheelbase of 2,

Duckyang Industry wins order for door trims from Hyundai Motor
Several South Korean media sources reported that Duckyang Industry Co., Ltd. has won an order for door trims from Hyundai Motor Company. The door trims will be used for the NX5 (project name), a successive model of the Tucson, which is Hyundai Motor's compact crossover SUV. The contract is valid from 2026 to 2033, an