2025 China Auto Forum officially opened On July 10, the 2025 China Auto Forum was officially opened in Jiading, Shanghai. The event will end on July 12. With the theme of “Enhance Quality, Embrace Innovation, and Win the Future with Intelligence”, the 2025 China Auto Forum has 15 sessions and a number of activities, including 1 closed-door summit, 1 conference forum, 1 technology leader summit, 12 thematic forums, and a thematic exhibition. A...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

SK Tec inaugurates expansion in Mexico On July 9, it was reported that Japan-based auto parts manufacturer SK Tec inaugurated the expansion of its plant in Irapuato, Mexico, following an investment of USD 19.8 million. The expansion strengthens the company’s role as a Tier 2 supplier in the Mexican automotive value chain and is expected to generate 80 specialized jobs. SK Tec employs 200 workers and focuses on stamping, welding, assembly, and p...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

cited by owners in the first 90 days of ownership. While half of the top problems industry-wide remain infotainment issues, results improved slightly in 2025, though owners are having more touchscreen-related problems due to the inclusion of non-audio-related features like climate controls, garage door openers and even glove box releases. “By retaining dedicated physical controls for some of these interactions, automakers can alleviate pain po...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28

Slate Auto to build EV pickups in Warsaw, Indiana Slate Auto, the startup EV company backed by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, will build the first of its electric pickups at the former LSC Communications printing plant in Warsaw, Indiana, Slate's chief executive Chris Barman told Indiana media in a presentation on April 25. “Our truck will be made here in the USA as part of our commitment to re-industrializing America,” Barman said onstage wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Auto Shanghai 2025: Lynk & Co launches Lynk & Co 900 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On April 29, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, Lynk & Co launched the Lynk & Co 900 large plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in two 1.5T and two 2.0T variants, with prices ranging from CNY 289,900 to CNY 396,900. Adopting the new Flush Door exterior process that manifests the ultimate charm of technology, the Lynk & Co 900 features a technological transvers...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

Simoldes, Portugal and ELIX Polymers, Spain partner to use recycled materials for auto components On April 29, Simoldes Plastics and ELIX Polymers announced a partnership to use recycled materials in premium vehicle interiors. As part of the Simoldes BOOST project, the goal is to increase renewable material use by 40% in the development phase, focusing on mechanically recycled content. ELIX’s E-LOOP products, including PC/ABS E-LOOP 5120MR made...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

SK On selected as battery supplier for US Slate Auto SK On Co., Ltd., a battery manufacturing subsidiary of SK Innovation Co., Ltd., announced that it has been selected as a battery supplier for a U.S.-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, Slate Auto. SK On will produce NCM (nickel, cobalt, and manganese) batteries at its U.S. plant and supply them to Slate Auto for the automaker’s 2-door electric pickup trucks from 2026 to 2031. SK On is slated...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/05

Auto Shanghai 2025: Antolin presents solutions for future of car interiors Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) presented innovations for car interiors, focusing on sustainability, technology integration, and user experience (UX), at Auto Shanghai 2025. The highlights included (i) the SUNRISE cockpit concept, co-developed with VIA optronics, (ii) OnBoardUX, co-developed with Saint-Gobain Sekurit, which merges complete door trim and smart glazing ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/25

Auto Shanghai 2025: Gestamp presents chassis solutions Gestamp Automocion S.A. (Gestamp) showcased its latest solutions at Auto Shanghai 2025. These solutions help reduce vehicle weight and CO2 emissions while improving safety and performance. Ges-Gigastamping is a new family of large-format BiW components that consolidate multiple parts into a single unit. The product line includes Ges-DoorRing, Ges-OnePieceFloor, and Ges-RingFrame. In chassis d...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Intexplast, Russia produces components for Lada Iskra On April 21, the Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that Intexplast has started serial production of interior, exterior, and underhood parts for the new Lada Iskra. Intexplast invested RUB 275 million for this project, of which IDF provided RUB 152.5 million. It has started producing more than 50 types of plastic auto components and units. The manufactured parts include door and trunk...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Auto Shanghai 2025: Brose to debut smart concept vehicle and present mobility solutions Brose Fahrzeugteile SE & Co. KG (Brose) announced that it will debut the new smart concept vehicle to the public for the first time at Auto Shanghai 2025. Co-developed by Chinese engineering teams, the concept car combines Brose’s expertise in intelligent vehicle access and adaptive interior design. Its features include a digital key, which interacts with th...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Mercedes Benz unveils Vision V ultra-luxury electric van based on VAN.EA On April 22, Mercedes Benz unveiled the Vision V concept electric van at Auto Shanghai 2025. Built on the new VAN.EA modular platform signals a move toward luxury electric vans, ranging from family-oriented models to premium VIP shuttles and ultra-luxury limousines. The Vision V show car previews the top-tier model. It combines spaciousness with luxury an...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

Auto Shanghai 2025: Marelli to present LeanEnergy BMS, LeanSuspension, ProDisplay Marelli Corporation (Marelli) will present its strategic platform approach, which streamlines hardware development and increases speed to market, at Auto Shanghai 2025. The company’s platform-based products leverage a highly pre-developed (up to 70%) technological foundation with customization options. Three platforms (Lean, Pro, and Elite) have been designed to s...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Auto Shanghai 2025: Schaeffler to present electrification and intelligent solutions Schaeffler AG (Schaeffler) announced that it will present electrification and intelligent solutions at Auto Shanghai 2025, from April 23 to May 2. This marks its first appearance at the event after the merger with Vitesco Technologies. It will display controllers, 800V silicon carbide power modules, battery management systems, thermal management systems, e-motors,...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

Auto Shanghai 2025: Toyota Boshoku to participate with theme of “reSpire” Toyota Boshoku Corporation (Toyota Boshoku) will participate in the Auto Shanghai 2025 to be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from April 23 to May 2, 2025. Under the theme of “reSpire”, Toyota Boshoku will place emphasis on exhibiting forward-looking mobility and cockpit solutions for future autonomous driving as well as core technolo...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: MINI to unveil new model lineup and first ever electric JCW models On April 16, BMW announced that MINI will showcase its all-new model range at Auto Shanghai 2025, from April 23 to May 2, 2025, for the first time. The focus will be on its high-performance John Cooper Works (JCW) brand, with new generation models such as the MINI Cooper 3-Door, Cooper 5-Door, and the new MINI Aceman. A classic Mini from the Monte Carlo Rally w...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: FORVIA announces 9 world premieres FORVIA announced that it will showcase breakthrough technologies with 9 world premieres at Auto Shanghai 2025. Combining the expertise of FORVIA Faurecia and FORVIA HELLA, the Group will be presenting safe, high-performance, sustainable, and cost-effective innovations. FORVIA will present Saphir. This mid-size low-body car segment integrates disruptive innovations, offering affordable and att...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Magna to debut innovations At the Auto Shanghai 2025, Magna will debut multiple forward-looking innovations to fully showcase its automotive technologies and high-performance systems and components. Magna’s exhibits will focus on four key areas, namely, Sustainable Innovations, Holistic ADAS Systems, Personalized Brand Experiences, and Complete Vehicle Solutions. Attendees will see a range of Magna’s innovations such as co...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Gabriel India begins commercial production at new Pune facility On April 3, 2025, Gabriel India Limited (GIL) announced that it had commenced commercial production at its new manufacturing facility in MIDC Chakan, Pune. The development follows the company’s earlier intimation on April 1, 2025, regarding the acquisition of assets, including fixed assets and inventory, from Marelli Motherson Auto Suspension Parts Pvt. Ltd. (MMAS). MMAS specialize...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Novelic, Serbia to present cabin monitoring and 180° radar park assist technology at Auto Shanghai 2025, China On April 3, Novelic announced that it will showcase live demos of its advanced 60 GHz in-cabin radar monitoring module, and its 79 GHz radar-based park assist sensor, at Auto Shanghai 2025. Novelic’s ASPER200 is a 79 GHz short-range radar module designed for passenger vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial or construction vehicles. It ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04