nada USMCA-compliant passenger vehicles.     • Toyota said "it is crucial that the USMCA continues to allow duty-free cross-border trade for automobiles and auto parts" that comply with the trade deal content and labor rules.     • Ford said after an improved USMCA is in place, all national security tariffs "should only apply to countries outside of North America to preserve the effectiveness of USMCA and the competitiveness of the North ...

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premium supply chain strategy, the two companies will integrate superior resources for in-depth cooperation in the following three directions.More stable supply: CATL will provide high-quality batteries for all JAC Group vehicle models over a long term to ensure sustained leadership in supply chain security and technology.More advanced products: The two companies will conduct all-round cooperation in key areas, such as ultra-fast charging, dual-c...

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to export controls by the US since December 2024. From September 29, 2025, this was extended to include subsidiaries of companies on the list, including Nexperia. On September 30, 2025, the Dutch government took control of Nexperia, invoking a Cold War-era law that permits such actions for national security reasons. The government cited “serious governance shortcomings” as the rationale for the takeover, although other reports suggest that th...

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has continued to seek further negotiations with VW management, the union said. VW said it submitted its last, best and final offer to the union on September 17 and would not continue bargaining. The union sent a counterproposal to VW on October 15 and addressing 14 bargaining priorities tied to job security, wages and health care. The Chattanooga plant, which builds the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and ID4 electric compact has 3,200 hourly workers. V...

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e and BE 6 electric SUVs without a physical key. Its owners can share access digitally with others for a limited period and manage it directly through their devices. If a device with an active key is lost or stolen, users can remotely lock or erase digital car key data using Samsung's Find service. Security is reinforced with biometric or PIN authentication and Samsung Knox technology. The feature is set to roll out soon, expanding the connected ...

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ed to be supported by the German federal government and the State of Saxony under the framework of the European Chips Act. The EU approval for the full program is expected later this year. The facility will be upgraded to offer end-to-end European processes and data flows for critical semiconductor security requirements. The new manufacturing capacity will focus on GF’s advanced technologies, including low-power, secure memory, and wireless con...

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port. With an investment of nearly CNY 2 billion, a land area of approximately 93,300 square meters, and a total floor area of approximately 100,000 square meters, the site is planned to contain 36 advanced laboratory clusters in fields such as intelligent driving, intelligent cockpits, information security, V2X (Vehicle to Everything), AI, and the low-altitude economy. Official commissioning is expected in 2028. From a CATARC press release...

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Tokyo Stock Exchange designates Nidec shares as “security on special alert” On October 28, the Tokyo Stock Exchange designated shares of Nidec Corporation (Nidec) as a “security on special alert”. It explained that Nidec’s internal management system must be improved, indicating that its audit company has issued a “disclaimer of opinion”. When a company is designated as a security on special alert, it undergoes a review of its intern...

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l also provide financial support for specific projects to address supply chain gaps for critical minerals and rare earths and their derivative products including permanent magnets, batteries, and catalysts. Finally, both governments will work with other international partners to ensure supply chain security. (White House release on October 27, 2025)...

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Ltd. (Sona Comstar) announced it has developed, tested, and validated rare-earth-free ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance motors (FeSynRM) specifically for electric three-wheelers and light commercial vehicles. These motors do not use rare earth magnets and are designed to enhance supply chain security and address material shortages. Its key features include higher thermal capability, improved noise-vibration-harshness (NVH) performance, hig...

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is because Nexperia B.V. (Nexperia), a China-funded semiconductor manufacturer in the Netherlands, has suspended the shipment of semiconductors from its plants in China. The U.S. government announced that it would strengthen export control regulations for companies from the perspective of national security and foreign policy, and that Nexperia would be included as part of the expanded scope of export restrictions. In response, the Dutch governme...

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io, as fraudulent and fake. An Ontario spokesperson noted that "The commercial uses an unedited excerpt from one of President Reagan’s public addresses, which is available through public domain". In his post, Trump said about that Reagan actually “LOVED TARIFFS FOR OUR COUNTRY, AND ITS NATIONAL SECURITY”, and that the anti-tariff ad campaign is designed to "interfere with the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court", which is scheduled to hear a...

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Size and Large Size Trucks. Their Stock has gone through the roof! They told me that, without Tariffs, it would be a very hard, long “slog” for Truck and Car Manufacturers in the United States,”, Trump said on Truth Social. The president emphasized that the tariffs were essential for national security and credited them with strengthening the U.S. economy and supporting domestic vehicle manufacturers. (Trump post on Truth Social on October 2...

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lity, and energy efficiency in in-cabin LCD panels, HUDs, and outdoor HMI panels. In addition, this i.MX 952 family integrates an EdgeLock Secure Enclave (Advanced Profile) which supports both classic cryptography and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect devices from quantum attacks. It meets security standards and regulatory requirements such as ISO 21434 and IEC 62443, European Cyber Resilient Act and Euro NCAP. It is expected to begin sa...

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w tariffs become effective on November 1. The proclamation aims to boost U.S. truck and parts manufacturing to strengthen economic infrastructure and military readiness, and follows a Section 232 investigation by the Secretary of Commerce, which found these imports to pose a threat to U.S. national security. (Whitehouse.gov documents on October 17, 2025) 1 / 2...

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offers to three major suppliers: Vale's operations in Canada, Sumitomo in Japan, and Glencore's Nikkelverk refinery in Norway. In April, U.S. President Donald Trump invoked emergency powers to spur domestic production of critical minerals in plan to reduce foreign dependence and strengthen national security. The abrupt cancellation is being viewed as a setback to the U.S. government’s ongoing strategy of stockpiling domestic supplies, though th...

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n about how close it should be to Ishin, and also to Komeito, which is now one of the opposition parties. Ishin has had little connection with the automotive industry. Moreover, the policy talks between the LDP and Ishin are a concern for the industry. Discussions on the sub-capital plan and social security reform are likely to take priority, making it unclear to what extent auto-related policies will be promoted. The most immediate issue is a pl...

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t it is welcome that the extension of the vehicle tax exemption for purely electric vehicles has now been approved by the Cabinet. Müller stated it's crucial that the extension is approved as planned before the end of this year – so that the tax exemption can continue seamlessly and the planning security promised in the coalition agreement is guaranteed. Based on press release from VDA...

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alized data center for AI computing. As a member of the SIG, Skygrid will contribute its expertise in orchestrating intermittent compute nodes across vehicle fleets. This includes providing reference implementations and insights for a safety-first architecture that aligns with automotive safety and security principles.  By contributing to the SIG, Skygrid will help accelerate solutions that reuse existing vehicle silicon to promote sustainabilit...

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in San Pedro de los Pinos, in Mexico. The site, located in Mexico City, features 104 connectors with a total installed capacity of 6.2 MW; 44 are already operational, with the rest to be activated in phases. The hub operates 24/7 and offers amenities such as waiting areas, dining space, bathrooms, security, and high-speed internet, ensuring a safe and efficient charging experience. Through the VEMO Charging Network app, users can locate charging...

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