On September 25, Xiaomi announced the opening of its Xiaomi EV Europe Research and Development (R&D) and Design Center in Munich, Germany, its first such facility beyond its domestic market. The center also prepares for Xiaomi's entry into the European Market in 2027.
The center will focus on performance vehicle proj

In an investor update, Endurance Technologies Limited updated about its evolving product portfolio for the two-wheeler, three-wheeler, and four-wheeler components market. For the future, it is developing a range of new solutions, such as electronic suspension systems for motorcycles above 200cc, four-wheeler suspensi

In its annual report for FY 2024–25, Sansera Engineering reported that it enhanced its machining capabilities by designing internal grinding machines that process bores ranging from 20 to 60 mm at speeds of up to 20,000 RPM, producing multiple chamfers and radii in a single setup. The company developed prototype prod

On August 23, 2025, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited (Sona Comstar) received certification under India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Component Industry (PLI-Auto) for three additional products. The Ministry of Heavy Industries granted approvals for two traction motors for elect

On August 4, Sona BLW Precision Forgings (Sona Comstar) announced that it has secured a new order from an existing customer, i.e., a North American OEM manufacturing both ICE and electric passenger vehicles. The order is for the supply of differential assemblies with final drive gears for a new electric passenger veh

On July 30, China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG) held a media communication session to release future corporate strategic plans and sub-brand development goals.
Shouldering the mission of building China into an automotive powerhouse, CCAG will:
-          Accelerate the implementation of three strategies:

OTTO FUCHS KG, in partnership with Demmel AG, has developed an innovative wheel solution for the all-electric Audi e-tron GT.
As Tier 1 suppliers, both companies worked closely with Audi throughout the development process, combining a forged FUCHS wheel with a custom-designed center cover. The result is a visually a

On July 20, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar) signed a binding term sheet with Jinnaite Machinery Co., Ltd (JNT) to establish a joint venture (JV) company in China. The JV will manufacture and supply driveline systems and components to automotive OEMs in China and globally. Sona Comstar will invest $12

On July 17, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd responded to media reports suggesting it is in advanced talks to supply EV components to Chinese automaker BYD. The company clarified that while it is in discussions with multiple potential customers globally, including in India, these are part of routine business developme

On July 8, Catalonia Trade & Investment announced that Chinese group Guangzhou Kaijie Power Supply Industrial (Kage), specialized in manufacturing batteries for motorcycles and high-performance vehicles, has chosen Barcelona to establish a new headquarters to serve the entire European market.
The new strategic center

thyssenkrupp AG (thyssenkrupp) announced the realignment of its Automotive Technology segment into 4 business units, effective October 1, 2025.
The restructuring is aimed at driving profitable growth, increasing efficiency, and positioning the segment for capital market readiness in the coming years. It will consolid

On June 24, NOVELIC, a subsidiary of Sona BLW Precision Forgings (Sona Comstar), announced that their ACAM Automotive In-Cabin Monitoring solution, will be available in 2026, following a nomination from a leading Tier 1 supplier. The technology aims to bring child presence detection to passenger vehicles, along with

On June 10, Inceptio Technology, an industry-leading developer of autonomous driving technologies for heavy-duty trucks, joined the Autoware Foundation as a premium member. It will collaborate on advancing cutting-edge autonomous driving technologies for the truck segment, leveraging its extensive series production e

On June 10, Talbros Automotive Components Limited (TACL) announced that it had won new orders worth INR 5.8 billion for its product lines like gaskets, heat shields, forging components, chassis, and hoses. These orders will be executed over the next 5 years.
It has received orders worth INR 2.6 billion (including INR

On May 28, Kalyani Forge announced a Capex of INR 250 million for FY 2025-26 (ending March 31, 2026) to support key strategic initiatives. It has also launched a Forging Modernization Program. The first full reconstruction project for a 1600T forging press has been completed. 
The company achieved an all-time high in

On April 30, 2025, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar) announced that it has received a new order from an existing North American electric vehicle (EV) OEM to supply a rotor-embedded differential sub-assembly and epicyclic geartrain for a new electric passenger vehicle. This program adds INR 15.2 billion

On April 30, BENTELER Group announced that HOLON is forging ahead with series production and the market launch of its fully electric autonomous shuttle named HOLON urban. In 2025, the HOLON urban will be tested on the streets of Hamburg, Germany, as part of the first pilot project. The shuttle accommodates up to 15 p

Benteler Group (Benteler), in collaboration with PHINIA, has commenced series production of the world’s first 500-bar fuel line for petrol engines.
The line is already in use in new Changan vehicle models, as part of the PHINIA system. It improves fuel efficiency, ensures finer injection, and helps to meet emission s

On March 28, Ramkrishna Forgings Limited announced the commencement of commercial production for its NATIONAL 5" and DEFRIS 2½" upsetter machines at its manufacturing facility in Saraikela, Jharkhand. The production began on March 27, 2025, adding 14,250 metric tons to the company's annual production capacity.
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On March 7, Hero Motors Company (HMC) and Schmiedetechnik Plettenberg GmbH & Co. KG (STP), a German forging and metallurgy company, announced a joint venture to manufacture forged powertrain parts in India for global markets. Production is scheduled to begin in mid-2026 at the Hero Industrial Park in Ludhiana, Punjab