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Uzavtosanoat, and IOTA, Korea, start production of HVAC components in Uzbekistan
On August 31, JSC Uzavtosanoat, in a social media update, announced that the newly established enterprise IOTA JH Co. has started production of tubes and hoses for the automotive air conditioning system. The project has been implemented within the framework of a strategic partnership between JSC Uzavtosanoat and the
Hyundai WIA begins mass production of automotive air-conditioning systems
Hyundai WIA Corporation announced that it has developed automotive air-conditioning systems, including air-conditioners and heaters, and begun mass production. The company’s air-conditioning systems will be fitted on Kia Corporation’s PV5 purpose-built vehicle (PBV). For the Kia PV5, Hyundai WIA will also supply inte
Proton, Malaysia boosts localization with new agreements for ADAS, braking, lighting, HVAC systems
Reported on June 25, 2025, Proton has established 4 joint ventures and 2 technical agreements between its local vendors and key suppliers from Geely’s network to strengthen the local supply chain and enhance vendor capabilities.
For (i) ADAS development, Proton’s supplier Delloyd Technology Bhd has formed a joint ven
Tata Motors, India launches factory-fitted air conditioning systems across entire truck range
On June 6, Tata Motors announced the launch of factory-fitted air conditioning systems across its entire truck range. This significant upgrade spans the SFC, LPT, Ultra, Signa, and Prima cabins, while also extending to cowl models for the first time. Tata Motors also introduces a series of value additions, including
Nexperia, Netherlands launches 1200 V silicon carbide MOSFETs in D2PAK-7 packaging
On May 6, Nexperia introduced a range of highly efficient and robust automotive-qualified silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs with RDS(on) values of 30, 40, and 60 mΩ. These devices were previously offered in industrial grade and have now been awarded AEC-Q101 certification.
This makes them suitable for automotive applicat
Vikas Doowon starts production of bus air conditioning systems in India
On January 26, Vikas Group announced the launch of Vikas Doowon’s facility at Faridabad. It has a production capacity of 5,000 bus air conditioning systems. Vikas Doowon is a collaboration between the Vikas Group and Doowon Heavy Industrial Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of the Doowon Group of Korea. It is established throu
Melexis, Belgium presents new pressure sensor with Triphibian technology
On December 10, Melexis introduces the MLX90833, a new pressure sensor with Triphibian technology, enabling robust measurement of both gas and liquid media from 2 to 70 bar, all within a compact SO16 package. It can measure pressures up to 70 bar. It is equipped with advanced protective mechanisms against overvoltage
Shanghai Automobile Air-Conditioner Accessories to invest in Morocco
On November 29, multiple sources reported that Shanghai Automobile Air-Conditioner Accessories Co., Ltd. will invest RMB 100 million in Morocco to establish a wholly owned subsidiary named Shanghai Automotive Air Conditioning Parts (Morocco) Co., Ltd. The new subsidiary will include a factory specializing in the prod
Polaris Sewon starts fully operating 3rd plant in Hwaseong, South Korea
Several South Korean media sources reported that Polaris Sewon Co., Ltd., a company specializing in automotive air conditioning parts, held a ceremony to inaugurate its third plant in Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, and began full-scale operations.
The company has headquarters and a plant in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do. It
Subros, India to set-up new plant in Kharkhoda
On November 7, Subros Limited announced that its board had given approval for setting up a new plant in Kharkhoda, Haryana. Subros will invest INR 1.5 billion in this plant, which will start in 2026 in a phased manner. It will have a capacity of 450,000 parts for air conditioning systems and will cater to increased c
Hanon Systems expands Canadian manufacturing with new plant in Woodbridge, Ontario
On October 28, Hanon Systems announced a new plant in Canada, to support its growing business with global vehicle manufacturers. The facility includes approximately 284,200 square feet of manufacturing space, with room for expansion based on business needs.
It will be the company's first North American location to p
Mutares, Germany to acquire assets of S.M.A. Metalltechnik GmbH & Co. KG and its subsidiaries
On October 24, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA signed an agreement to acquire the assets of S.M.A. Metalltechnik GmbH & Co. KG and its subsidiaries. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2024.
Headquartered in Backnang, Germany, S.M.A. Metalltechnik specializes in the development and manufacturing of aluminum pipes, part
South Korea’s SK Enmove signs iodine supply contract with SQM from Chile
South Korea’s SK Enmove Co., Ltd. announced that it has signed an iodine supply contract with a Chile company, Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM). SK Enmove plans to use the core refrigerant material to develop next-generation automotive refrigerants with improved cooling and heating performance compared to con
IAA Transportation 2024: Molead, China to present new energy commercial vehicle parts
On September 4, IAA Transportation announced that Zhengzhou Jingyida Auto Parts Co., Ltd. (Molead) will showcase its new energy commercial vehicle parts and comprehensive solutions, including seats, charging piles, commercial vehicle chassis power systems, HVAC systems, and electric connection system solutions.
It wi
Hanon Systems develops new EV heat pump system
Hanon Systems Co., Ltd. announced the development of the fourth-generation heat pump system for electric vehicles (EVs).
This product is the first to employ a parallel heat source recovery method, utilizing waste heat from the motor and battery and heat from external air. The recovered heat is used for heating, cooli
Valeo to present 48V hybrid systems for commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2024
IAA Transportation 2024 announced that Valeo Group (Valeo) will present a 48V hybrid system for delivery vans and compact commercial vehicles, particularly suitable for last-mile delivery IAA Transportation show.
It will display the FlexHeater, an intelligent heating system for electric commercial vehicles that uses
Subros, India developing components for Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra’s EV
In an investor update, Subros Limited informed that it already had tied up business with Maruti Suzuki for their upcoming electric vehicle and the product is at a different stage of evaluation. Subros will also associate with Maruti Suzuki for its hybrid model in the upcoming Kharkhoda plant.
For Mahindra, Subros is
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