a few months away. The ID. Polo measures 4,053 mm x 1,816 mm x 1,530 mm (LxWxH) with a 2,600 mm wheelbase. Boot space has increased to 435 litres, rising to 1,243 litres with the rear seats folded. The car is built on the new MEB+ electric platform, which uses a simpler, lighter, and more efficient electric drive system to reduce cost and energy use. Production will take place at the SEAT & CUPRA plant in Martorell, Spain. The ID. Polo will be of...

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t of Caterham’s EV “Project V.” Caterham Cars announced the concept of the EV model at the “Goodwood Festival of Speed” in 2023, and Tokyo R&D Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo) joined the development and production of the prototype in 2024. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has also been developing an e-Axle for the model. The EV model’s working prototype will be unveiled at the “Tokyo Auto Salon 2026”, which will be held in January 2026. (Fro...

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on agreement on the adaptation of new energy commercial vehicle powertrains and the expansion of market synergy with GAC Commercial Vehicle. Centering on the weight reduction and efficiency requirements for commercial vehicles, the two companies plan to co-develop a next-generation heavy-duty truck e-axle for use in scenarios such as logistics, ports, and sand and gravel transportation. The aim is to improve the ranges and operating efficiency of...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

Sumitomo Riko’s cooling pipe hose resin tube adopted for Toyota’s bZ4X EV Sumitomo Riko Co., Ltd. (Sumitomo Riko) announced that its resin tube for cooling pipe hoses has been adopted for Toyota Motor Corporation’s bZ4X electric vehicle (EV). The resin tube is mounted on an underfloor area from the vehicle front to the rear and near the e-axle and other motor parts. The resin tube, which is made of a low-cost, lightweight resin material, ha...

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Renault Trucks unveils electric heavy-duty trucks, which can drive up to 600 km On November 18, Renault Trucks unveiled the new E-Tech T 585 and E-Tech T 780 electric heavy-duty trucks. The range of the new models was extended compared with the existing E-Tech T 540 by adopting an electric axle that places the motor and transmission at the rear. Using the e-axle freed up space between the side members to accommodate additional battery packs. The...

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ric coupe. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 134,900 to CNY 156,900. The Deepal L06 measures 4,830mm long, 1,905mm wide, and 1,480mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,900mm. The Deepal L06 features an RWD layout. Equipped with the next-generation Force Super-Integrated Electric Drive system and a CATL 56.12kWh or 68.82kWh 3C Golden Shield battery, the model delivers a maximum system power of 200kW, a peak system torq...

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Magna to open eDrive systems manufacturing plant in Wuhu, China On November 19, Magna announced it is opening a new facility in China in the Jiujiang Economic Development Zone, Wuhu to support the growing demand of electric drive systems, starting with Chery and positioned to serve additional OEMs in the future. Magna’s newly leased facility spans over 160,000 square feet and is expected to generate approximately 200 jobs upon reaching full pro...

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Musashi, Japan launches e-Axle powered two-wheeler EV with Emobi in Bangalore, India On November 12, 2025, Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd. announced the launch of a two-wheeled electric vehicle (EV) equipped with its proprietary e-Axle, developed for Emobi Manufacturing Private Limited, a Bangalore-based Indian startup. This initiative follows the commencement of mass production of e-Axles for two-wheeler EVs at Musashi Delta e-Axle India Pvt...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

in the INR 1.25–1.30 billion range. The company secured seven new part orders from six automotive customers in the quarter, with projected annual revenue of INR 530 million. These include structural, carbon-neutral, and other automotive parts. It also updated that the production has commenced for eAxle and new structural component programs with European OEMs, which are currently in the ramp-up phase. Significant customers include an Italian sup...

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Tatra Trucks, Czech Republic unveils first fully battery-powered 8x8 truck On November 13, Tatra Trucks showcased the Tatra Force e-Drive BEV 8x8, brand’s first fully battery-powered truck at the E-salon exhibition in Prague, Czech Republic.  The prototype was developed to test an electric drive system with traction batteries for both on-road and extreme off-road applications. The vehicle offers a range of 300–400 km, depending on terrain an...

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at there is strong demand or need for various EVs. On the other hand in ASEAN and South America, there is more demand and need for ICEs, ATs and CVTs. We deliver a wide range of products for HVs and ATs, so going forward we would like to heavily focus on developing products for BEVs, such as X-in-1 e-axles. We have been developing the third-generation X-in-1-e-axle since 2021. We are working to make it half the size of the second-generation one, ...

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will be developed as a modern punching and sheet metal processing center within the expanding “TSA City” campus. The first construction phase will be completed by 2026. The production will start in 2027. It will create 100 jobs; overall, the jobs at TSA City will reach 500 by 2030. TSA produces electric drive systems for rolling stock and commercial road vehicles.  Based on TSA press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/10

. AISIN will display a range of products and technologies focused on power management, energy efficiency, and aerodynamics engineered to improve fuel efficiency, reduce weight, minimize air resistance, and optimize energy consumption in electric and hybrid vehicles. Highlights include:   •    eAxle, e-Motor   •    HEV Transmission   •    Battery Frame   •    Active Grill Shutter   •    ADVICS Regenerative Brake Syste...

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SIB partners with China’s SHedrive to explore EDS production in Malaysia Announced on October 3, 2025, Sapura Industrial Berhad (SIB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shanghai Auto Electric Drive Co. Ltd. (SHedrive) to jointly explore the localization of Electric Drive System (EDS) components and assembly in Malaysia. Through this collaboration, SIB, an automotive component manufacturer, and SHedrive, a Chinese specialist in ele...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/06

Yano Research Institute: Global EV eAxle market to reach JPY 4.1 trillion in 2035 Yano Research Institute Ltd. (Nakano Ward, Tokyo) has published a report predicting that the global electric vehicle (EV) e-axle market size will reach JPY 4.1 trillion by 2035. The report states that demand for high-output devices will grow primarily in China, leading to a market expansion that is 40% greater than the size of the market in 2024. The driving force b...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

Aisin to invest CZK 4.5 billion in Písek plant to produce eAxles for BMW EVs On September 18, CzechInvest, the investment and business development agency of the Czech Republic, announced that Aisin will invest over CZK 4.5 billion in its Písek plant, making it the company’s European strategic base. A new production hall will be dedicated to manufacturing eAxle electric powertrains exclusively for BMW electric vehicles. The investment is expe...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

C11, a new electric bus built on the platform, in Hangzhou. The e-Bus Platform 3.0 features innovations in safety, efficiency, and intelligence, highlighting the world’s first production all-domain 1,000V architecture for buses, a 1,500V silicon carbide power chip, and the world’s first 1,000V e-axle for buses. For safety, the e-Bus Platform 3.0 leverages the pioneering bus CTC (Cell to Chassis) technology for in-depth integration of the ind...

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edicated “HEARTECT-e,” which delivers a lightweight structure, high-voltage protection, and a spacious interior made possible by short overhangs. The vehicle dimensions are 4,275 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width, and 1,640 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,700 mm. The powertrain features an “eAxle,” which integrates the motor, inverter, and transaxle into a single unit, paired with a lithium iron phosphate battery. It delivers a maximum ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

gan displayed several models, including the CHANGAN DEEPAL S05, S07, and AVATR 06, 07, 012. They also revealed AVATR’s first concept car, the Xpectra. The exhibition featured advanced technologies like the Golden Shield solid-state battery, the New BlueCore HE1.5NA hybrid engine, the New BlueCore electric drive system, and the SDA Pilot. Changan’s lineup includes both BEVs and PHEVs, with the CHANGAN DEEPAL S07 and S05 being the first BEV mod...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Rimac Technology unveils advanced batteries, powertrains, and ECUs On September 8, Rimac Technology unveiled its latest advanced battery and powertrain technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. The showcase includes next-generation solid-state solutions and updates to its existing batteries and e-Axles, its role as a leading tier-1 supplier. The company showcased three types of batteries at the event, which included...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08