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IAA Transportation 2026：IAA Transportation 2026 kicks off with focus on electrification, decarbonization
On September 14, IAA Transportation 2026 opened in Hannover, Germany. The event is open to the press on September 14 and to the public on September 15-20.
Under the theme "We Deliver," exhibitors will showcase digital and climate-neutral mobility solutions for the future of road freight transport. The focus is on inn
CP Foton, SPARK EV to work on EV charging and data connectivity ecosystem in Thailand
Announced on September 7, 2026, CP Foton partnered with Thailand-based EV charging station provider SPARK EV to expand fast-charging infrastructure specifically for electric trucks and commercial vehicles. The companies are preparing to expand the charging network to more than 50 locations along key freight transport
Federal judge bars EPA from sending California auto emissions rules to Congress
On September 2, a federal judge in Washington blocked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from sending a landmark proposal to repeal California vehicle emissions rules to the Republican-controlled U.S. Congress.
The EPA wants to repeal the waivers that allow California to set its own auto emissions standa
U.S. NHTSA to soon announce lower fuel economy regulations
On August 31, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that the administration is preparing to finalize lower federal fuel economy requirements for OEMs that reverse the regulatory tightening adopted under President Joe Biden, and will announce the new standards soon.
The final requirements have not yet been rel
Envalior, Germany, and SECARA partner for circular PA6 for automotive applications
On August 25, Envalior signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SECARA. Envalior will work with SECARA to test and validate pathways to incorporate high-quality post-consumer-recycled (PCR) content into technical material grades based on SECARA’s catalytic depolymerization process. The initial focus of the col
Thailand considers automotive tax reform focused on CO2 emissions
Reported on August 30, 2026, Thailand’s Finance Ministry is weighing lowering excise taxes for manufacturers that invest in local production, use Thai-made raw materials or components, and manufacture vehicles for export. The proposed measures could apply to manufacturers of internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid,
Shenghe Energy, China, to invest in Zaragoza, Spain, for sustainable battery materials
On August 26, Invest in Aragon announced that Shenghe Energy Technology Co., Ltd., through its subsidiary Veranova Technology, will invest EUR 25 million in a circular economy plant in Pedrola, Zaragoza, creating up to 100 jobs. The facility will recycle NMP, a key solvent in battery manufacturing, recovering and pur
Suzuki opens third Biogas plant in India
On August 26, Suzuki Motor Corporation and its wholly owned Indian subsidiary, Suzuki R&D Center India, opened the Banas Suzuki Biogas Plant in Vinchhivadi, Gujarat. This is Suzuki’s third biogas plant in India, following the Agthala facility, opened in December 2025, and the Bhukhala plant, opened in January 2026. T
BMW develops more sustainable vehicle materials through FSCM project
On August 25, BMW Group announced that its industry and research partners have developed more sustainable materials for vehicles through the Future Sustainable Car Materials (FSCM) project. The initiative focused on plastics, metals, digital tools and circular design to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and improve mat
Hydro signs long-term PPA with Statkraft to support low-carbon aluminum production in Norway
Norsk Hydro ASA (Hydro) announced that Hydro Energi has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Statkraft to secure a stable and competitive power supply for Hydro’s aluminum production in Norway.
The agreement supports Hydro’s production of low-carbon aluminum and its roadmap toward zero-emission alum
Tolins Tyre, India, starts construction of “reclaim” rubber manufacturing facility
On August 24, Tolins Tyres Limited announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Terra Rubber Private Limited, has commenced construction of a new Reclaim Rubber manufacturing facility in Palakkad, Kerala. It will strengthen Tolins Tyres’ presence across the rubber value chain while advancing backward integration, raw-
CATL unveils roadmap to achieve value chain carbon neutrality by 2035
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) announced that, as of the end of 2025, 20 of its battery plants had obtained ISO 14068-1 certification, with zero-carbon electricity accounting for 100% of power consumption in its core operations, marking the achievement of carbon neutrality across its core operations
SMMT, UK welcomes potential changes to ZEV Mandate
On August 14, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited (SMMT) stated that it welcomes the government’s consultation on the ZEV Mandate. Though the demand for EVs is increasing, industrial energy costs, expensive public charging, and high raw material and battery costs are hurting the sector and putting
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