Koito Manufacturing's high-precision ADB technology adopted for Lexus ES Koito Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Koito Manufacturing) announced that its headlamps, equipped with a high-definition adaptive driving beam (ADB) system—which ensures nighttime visibility while accurately shielding pedestrians and oncoming vehicles—have been adopted for the Lexus ES. ADB is a technology that detects vehicles ahead using onboard cameras and sensors and automa...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/22

kup offensive     •  growing in other countries in the regionIn the Middle East and Africa, the company targets 40% revenue growth driven by product localization and increased imports from Asian partnerships.In Asia Pacific, the company looks to leverage strategic partnerships to enable asset-light growth locally and to export products to other regions. (Stellantis release on May 21, 2026)...

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Audi brings Digital Matrix LED headlights to U.S. on new Q9 flagship SUV On May 21, Audi USA announced that its adaptive driving beam (ADB) Digital Matrix LED headlights will be available to U.S. customers for the first time on the all-new, full-size, 2027 Audi Q9 and SQ9 flagship SUV models. The new micro LED technology will be available when the new models arrive at U.S. dealers later this year. Digital Matrix LED technology continuously shapes...

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Suzuki testing mini EV trucks with farmers to explore unique use of mini trucks equipped with small, light batteries Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki) has begun testing its mini electric trucks (mini EV trucks) at multiple farms. The company will verify optimal performance for farmers, the main users of mini trucks, with a view to future commercialization. Suzuki’s priority is on installing a small, light battery, which it calls “battery lean...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/21

oints. Under the new 15-year partnership, charge points will be rolled out across the borough, prioritising residential areas where parking is on-street.  The first charge points will begin appearing in the coming months, with around 1,500 in place within two years. Most will be fitted to existing lamp columns to keep disruption minimal, with standalone units where space allows. The objective is to ensure that at least 90% of households without ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/20

Turkish vehicle sales down 1.2% and production up 5.3% in April The Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD) announced that Turkish vehicle sales of 107,843 units in April 2026 represented a 1.2% decrease over April 2025. Passenger vehicles sales decreased 6.1% to 80,182 units, commercial vehicles sales increased 16.3% to 27,661 units. Although sales of light commercial vehicles were strong, overall sales decreased due to the base effect of a s...

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the path to overtaking Isuzu in market share seem difficult. "In Japan, we will focus on recovering our market share. In the short term, three products will drive this recovery," said Karl Deppen, President and CEO of Archion. He indicated that the company plans to boost sales by leveraging Hino's light-duty and heavy-duty trucks launched in 2025, as well as the medium-duty model supplied by Hino to Mitsubishi Fuso on an OEM basis for launch in ...

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U.S. EPA proposes to delay Biden-era Tier 4 vehicle emission standards On May 14, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin proposed a deregulatory action to delay the compliance deadlines for Biden-era emission standards for light-and medium-duty vehicles for two years until model year (MY) 2029 following the shift away from electric vehicles (EVs). The announcement is Part 1 of a comprehensive review of the Tier 4 stan...

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upports fast charging up to 105 kW. Charging from 10% to 80% takes about 24 minutes at a DC quick charger. A new GTI driving mode can be activated from the steering wheel. It sharpens performance by adjusting the motor, steering, and suspension for a sportier feel. Exterior, it features a clean LED light strip, an illuminated VW logo, and advanced IQ.LIGHT matrix headlights. The front also includes the classic GTI honeycomb grille design. The rea...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/18

al unit sales was 218,000 in 2025, and is projected to reach 230,000 units in 2026. ARCHION will advance technology development based on its integrated platform strategy. As an initial step toward platform integration, ARCHION will begin with reciprocal OEM supply of medium-duty trucks and electric light-duty trucks within FY2026, followed by the integration of light- and heavy-duty trucks, with the aim of achieving 85% of the total domestic prod...

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nced situations where certain components, such as microcontrollers and semiconductors, suddenly became difficult to obtain, we understand that a uniform lean approach is not feasible. Therefore, we are also taking measures to ensure a certain level of inventory for certain products. In addition, in light of trade constraints between the U.S. and China, we are working on restructuring (reorganizing) our supply chains. Furthermore, while our busine...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

ame month in 2025 according to the Avtoselkhozmash Holding release on May 14. The 422,330 new cars and LCVs sold in the first four months of 2026 represented an increase of 5.6% over the same period in 2025. Passenger Cars sales in April 2026 represented a 15.7% increase to 116,170 units from 2025, Light commercial vehicles sales represented a 22.9% decrease to 5,925 units, Pickups represented a 9.3% decrease to 1,687 units, Trucks sales represen...

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ast Trading and Production JSC (VFTP) into a newly formed entity and subsequently divesting its remaining interest in VFTP. In a filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the company said the transaction is part of a broader shift toward a more capital-efficient, asset-light model, with VinFast focusing on higher-value activities including global R&D, technology development, branding, and sales. Following the split, ...

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ZO Motors unveils ZM5 electric truck with range of 177 km on single charge On May 14, ZO Motors Corp. (ZO Motors, Chuo Ward, Tokyo), a startup manufacturer of EV trucks, announced the ZM5, a light-duty truck with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 5 tons. This marks the company’s second EV truck model. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in June. The vehicle can travel 177 kilometers on a single charge (according to the company's own measurements). ...

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Toyota launches all-new Land Cruiser FJ in Japan On May 14, Toyota Motor announced the launch of all-new Land Cruiser FJ compact off-road SUV in Japan.Based on the concept of "Freedom & Joy”, the all-new FJ joins the existing Land Cruiser lineup including the flagship 300, the heavy-duty 70, and the core light-duty 250. The vehicle dimensions are 4,575mm in length, 1,855mm in width, 1,960mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,580mm. Compared to the...

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(HDZEV) Project overseen by Innovate BC.  “Going forward, aligned with Canadian government policies and evolving customer needs, we aim to lead the decarbonization of logistics and transportation across advanced markets,” said Chul Youn Park, Senior VP and Head of Global Commercial Vehicle and Light Commercial Vehicle Business Division. Headquartered in San Diego, California and wholly owned by Hyundai Motor Company, Hyundai Translead engine...

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afety features include Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, and Driver Drowsiness & Attention Warning. It also has the Univolt Camera, which operates across both 12V and 24V architectures. It can be deployed across a wide range of commercial vehicles, from light commercial vehicles (LCVs) to heavy-duty trucks. Moreover, the system supports over-the-air software updates throughout the vehicle’s lifecycl...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

space. The model features a large panoramic sunroof with adjustable transparency, which is about 1.5 square meters and can open wide for an open-air feel. It blocks heat and over 99.5% of UV rays, removing the need for a sunblind. The roof automatically turns opaque when parked for privacy. Ambient lighting runs across the dashboard and doors. A full-width LED interaction light works with the upgraded Bang & Olufsen sound system to enhance the in...

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ion (MFTBC) in Japan. MFTBC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Archion Corporation, a holding company newly established in April 2026, following a business integration with Hino Motors. Daimler Truck and Toyota have shares in Archion. The partnership will mainly focus on making and supplying heavy and light buses. The commission found no competition issues, as the deal will have only a small impact in Europe, and it was reviewed under a simplified a...

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pment Corp., via its subsidiary and affiliates (the Topline Group), has joined hands with V-Green Charging Stations Philippines Inc., VinFast’s Vietnam-based EV infrastructure arm, to expand EV charging and battery-swapping infrastructure in Visayas, Philippines. Deployment is planned across six Light Fuels stations in Cebu, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu, as well as the Pier88 smart port and Bay Mall in Liloan. The rollout is expected to start in Q3 ...

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