Charge+ exceeds 4,000 EV charging points in Singapore Announced on March 30, 2026, Charge+ has grown its network beyond 4,000 charging points nationwide, reinforcing its position as Singapore’s largest EV charging operator, as the country steps up EV adoption under the Singapore Green Plan 2030. Of these, over 2,000 are installed across four of Singapore’s five HDB zones, while around 1,700 points are located within roughly 300 condominiums. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

Japanese government holds first cross-ministerial task force meeting for stable supply of important goods Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) Ryosei Akazawa, who was appointed as the minister in charge of securing stable supply of essential goods, held the first cross-ministerial task force meeting on April 2 and received a briefing from relevant ministries concerned about the supply of fuels, naphtha, and other essential go...

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Among Japanese automakers, all posted y/y declines in March. Toyota fell 8.5%, its first decline in 13 months. According to Toyota Motor North America, sales of its RAV4 core compact SUV dropped 47.7% due to preparations for the rollout of a redesigned model (phased launch). Meanwhile, the Corolla Cross (+7.6%), Grand Highlander (+26.8%) and 4Runner (+77.4%) posted strong gains. Gasoline models of the Corolla Cross and hybrid versions of the Gra...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

g Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. Subaru Forester Hybrid models have been built in Lafayette, Indiana since February 2026. Every Forester Hybrid is equipped with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, including Automatic Emergency Steering, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, and Emergency Stop Assist. (Subaru release on April 1, ...

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onsole, while revised door handles offer a more premium feeling. Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the 2027 Atlas is fitted with the new EA888 evo5 turbocharged and direct-injection 2.0-liter four-cylinder TSI engine, producing 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The seven-seat Atlas and five-seat Atlas Cross Sport vehicles accounted for about 30% of the brand’s U.S. sales in 2025. The Chattanooga plant, which also builds the electric ID.4, employs ...

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ThunderX, China, adopts SAFERTOS for functional safety in AI domain controller platforms On April 1, ThunderX announced the strategic adoption of SAFERTOS from WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems (WHIS) across its next-generation domain controller platforms powered by Qualcomm SA8775P and SA8650P. ThunderX’s AIBOX series supports cockpit-ADAS fusion, AI perception, generative AI assistants, and cross-domain orchestration through heterogeneous co...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

ancillary facilities in Dongli District, Tianjin. With a total investment amount of CNY 416 million, the project is developed to add a floor area of 62,987 square meters. Positioned as an aggregation hub for collaborative innovation of soft science, the project, upon completion, will enable further cross-departmental, cross-disciplinary resource integration, exchanges, and cooperation. It will improve the innovation chain, stimulate scientific re...

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covered components. The AI-based contamination detection analyzes sensor data from camera and LiDAR systems and identifies perception impairments early on. Different image and signal artifacts are detected and transformed into situation-dependent cleaning strategies. In multisensory architectures, cross-sensor evaluation further increases the robustness and stability of the systems.  Based on IAV press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

esenting next generation connectivity technologies. As part of this coverage, we spoke with Dr. Maxime Flament, Chief Technology Officer at the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), to gain insights into the latest developments shaping the future of connected mobility. Founded in 2016, 5GAA is a global cross-industry consortium uniting leading automotive manufacturers, tier1 suppliers, mobile network operators, chipset providers, and technology compa...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

utomotive, in a social media post, announced that it has acquired a license to produce and use MAThread screw technology in its products. It helps to develop high-performance solutions for the automotive industry. MAThread technology is a patented, self-aligning screw design engineered to eliminate cross-threading, seizing, and jamming during installation. Based on PECOL Automotive's social media updates ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

JAMA’s Chairman Sato comments on Middle East: cross-industrial collaboration needed At a press conference held in Tokyo, Koji Sato, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association’s (JAMA) Chairman and President of Toyota Motor Corporation, stated that "it is necessary to respond with a high degree of sensitivity" to geopolitical risks in light of the situation in the Middle East. In relation to the deteriorating situations in the Middle East,...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

ncertainty in the automotive industry driven by geopolitical risks and the transition toward electrification, how can major component suppliers chart a path forward? In an exclusive interview, TPR Co., Ltd. (TPR) Chairman and CEO Hiroshi Suehiro shared insights into the company’s global strategy across 13 countries, its direction in key markets, and the development of next-generation technologies aimed at achieving cross-industry “co-creation...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

Volvo Cars to drop EX30 in U.S. market as tariffs hurt profitability On March 17, Volvo Cars confirmed it will end U.S. sales of the EX30 and EX30 Cross Country after the 2026 model year, with dealer orders closing on March 20 and production of U.S.-bound vehicles winding down throughout the summer. The model will continue to be sold in Canada, Mexico, and other global markets. Volvo Cars attributed the cancellation to financial and market-specif...

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VW ID. Cross to launch in Europe in 2026 as affordable electric SUV On March 16, VW announced that the ID. Cross B segment electric SUV will be launched in Europe in autumn 2026. The affordable five-seater electric SUV can be currently seen in Amsterdam in a camouflage wrap. The vehicle comes with three power options i.e., 85 kW, 99 kW, and 155 kW, and two battery sizes i.e., 37 kWh and 52 kWh. It includes modern driver-assist features for comfor...

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MOGOX launches Robobus operations on Hengqin-Macao Medical Route On March 14, MOGOX launched Robobus operations on the Hengqin-Macao Medical Route. With core technologies and vehicle operational support from MOGOX and autonoma, the special route comes as China’s first autonomous driving route for cross-border medical treatment. The opening of the 7km-long Hengqin-Macao Medical Route not only achieves a synergy across domains such as autonomous ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

io, Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) test rigs, and a diagnostic lab, enabling advanced control testing without physical vehicles to improve development safety, speed, and precision.​ FTCI will support development, customer service, cost engineering, IT, and digital solutions and procurement in a cross‑functional setup, aiming to enhance design, validation, and diagnostics, and enable faster decision‑making across MFTBC’s global business....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

ions in parts of the Middle East are beginning to weigh on regional automotive demand expectations. The latest GlobalData industry outlook includes a meaningful downward revision to 2026 vehicle sales volumes amid escalating tensions involving Israel, the US and Iran, which have raised uncertainty across the region and increased the risk of further disruption. Geopolitical risk has intensified following military strikes and retaliatory actions in...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

t features a 14.6-inch infotainment screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Regarding safety, the GS3 is equipped with a full ADAS package, including adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane keeping and lane departure systems, cross-traffic alert and automated parking assistance. Reservations require a BRL 4,000 deposit, with prices to be announced on March 18 and deliveries...

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h cockpit displays. Additional highlights include the market-leading OLED touch controller IC that supports both tactile knobs and capacitive touch keys. It will present automotive TDDI with advanced user-aware touch control, capable of distinguishing between driver and passenger touches to prevent cross-touch and enhance driving safety. Based on Himax Technologies, Inc. press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

Nippon Electric Glass to explore automotive applications using flat glass fiber Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd. (Nippon Electric Glass) will strengthen its automotive resin materials business with flat glass fiber (FGF) for reinforcing thermoplastic resins. FGF, with its flat cross section, can be made into complex shapes. It offers high strength and excellent appearance, and demand for it in automotive parts is expected to grow. The company is a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09