Center Rock invests in, acquires GHSP, supplier of advanced control systems On December 5, Center Rock Capital Partners, LP announced that it has acquired GHSP, a global leader in mechatronic systems, smart actuators, and electronic controls serving the automotive market. Founded in 1924 and based in Holland, Michigan, GHSP multiple locations in North America and Asia. GHSP designs and manufactures precision mechatronic and control systems used b...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/09

HERE Technologies develops industry’s first SDV Maturity Framework HERE Technologies B.V. (HERE Technologies) has launched the industry’s first data-driven Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) Maturity Framework, developed through independent research by Omdia. With AI, OTA updates, and zonal architecture now central to automotive innovation, the framework creates a unified industry standard. It gives automakers a common language to navigate fragme...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] JTEKT: developing new solutions by combining core competencies The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. We interviewed Yoshitaka Suitou of the Public Relations Section of the Corporate Planning Office of JTEKT. Q1. In the concept of your booth there is the phrase “the excitement of moving”. What does this mean?...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Isuzu to begin autonomous driving demonstration on parts logistics route in Japan starting January 2026 On November 18, Isuzu Motors Limited announced that it will begin autonomous driving demonstrations for business use on public roads for its own parts logistics route starting next January as part of its efforts to launch Level 4 autonomous driving truck and bus business in fiscal 2028 (ending March 31, 2028).  Specifically, newly developed he...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

JMCG launches JIM pickup brand in Ecuador and Panama On September 25, JMCG announced that JIM pickup models have entered the markets of Ecuador and Panama, marking a new phase in the brand’s network expansion in Latin America. In Ecuador, JIM held a launch event in Guayaquil with dealers, fleet customers, and media. Its partner Eljuri Group, will support sales and service as the companies jointly introduce Re-Max pickup models to develop the ma...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

Renault establishes purchasing center for auto parts in Mexico On October 2, it was reported that Renault has launched a new phase of its global strategy by establishing Mexico as a key hub in its automotive supply chain. The company is developing a purchasing center in the country to supply parts both for its South American plants and its domestic after-sales network. The move aims to optimize logistics, reduce costs, and comply with regional co...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/03

Honda opens Resource Circularity Center near Marysville, East Liberty plants On September 18, Honda announced that it has begun operations of its new Resource Circularity Center, located near the Marysville and East Liberty Auto Plants in Ohio, as a first-of-its-kind center designed to give new life to retired equipment, office electronics and vehicle service parts that would otherwise end up in landfills.  Going beyond traditional manufacturing...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Sumitomo Rubber acquires AI start-up Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo Rubber) announced that it has acquired Viaduct, Inc. (Viaduct), a US-based artificial intelligence (AI) venture company. The contract was signed on August 27, and the acquisition cost was USD 104 million (JPY 15.3 billion). Sumitomo Rubber intends to accelerate the expansion of the service with its proprietary prediction and analysis technology, Sensing Core. The two ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Lyft completes acquisition of FREENOW multi-mobility platform On July 31, 2025, Lyft, Inc. announced that it had completed the acquisition of FREENOW, a mobility-as-a-service platform with operations focused primarily in Europe. FREENOW is a taxi app that provides access to multi-mobility options including taxis, private vehicles, car sharing, e-scooters, and e-bikes within a single app. The acquisition creates one of the largest global multi-mob...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Daimler Truck announces cost cutting and growth strategy ‘Stronger 2030’ On July 8, Daimler Truck announced its updated Group strategy called “Stronger 2030” at the Capital Market Day 2025. The strategy is built on the following five key pillars to increase profitability and resilience: The Group is focusing on economies of scale, shown by the planned merger of Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino. In 2024, Daimler Truck earned over EUR 8 billion fr...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

AIAG chosen as North American hub by Catena-X On June 10, The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) announced that it has been named the official North America hub for Catena-X, the first open, secure, and standardized data ecosystem built for the entire automotive value chain.  With this partnership, OEMs, suppliers and service providers of all sizes across North America can participate in a unified, interoperable network that enables secure ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

ITOCHU announces capital and business tie-up with May Mobility for commercialization in Japan and overseas On May 28, ITOCHU Corporation announced that, based on the current trends in the commercialization utilizing autonomous driving technology, the company has formed a capital and business alliance with May Mobility. Through this alliance, ITOCHU will work with May, its stakeholders and ITOCHU Group companies, to push forward with the deploymen...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Schaeffler to begin integration of Vitesco’s capabilities into South American operations On April 23, Schaeffler announced the beginning of its strategy to integrate Vitesco’s capabilities into its South American operations, following the acquisition completed in October 2024. Starting in the third quarter of 2025, Schaeffler will launch a NOx sensor for heavy vehicles under the Vitesco brand, targeting the aftermarket sector. The NOx sensor ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Daimler Coaches breaks ground on new facility in Jacksonville, Florida On April 10,  Daimler Coaches North America announced it has broken ground on its state-of-the-art Pre-Delivery Inspection & Service Center in Jacksonville, Florida. The Mercedes-Benz Tourrider, designed specifically for the North American market and available in Business and Premium models, will be delivered from the Jacksonville location, where each new coach will undergo a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

Chairman of Hon Hai: Hon Hai to complete contract signing with Japanese automaker soon At a briefing on financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, which was held online on March 14, Young Liu, Chairman of Taiwan-based Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. (Foxconn), commented on its consignment operations for the design and production of electric vehicles (EV) by saying that, “Contract signing with a Japanese automaker is exp...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/17

Hyundai and Avride join to offer robotaxi service in Dallas, Texas in 2025 On March 5, Avride announced that it will join Hyundai Motor Company to launch Ioniq 5 robotaxis powered by its autonomous driving technology. The first vehicles are expected to be deployed in the coming months and will be available for riders later in 2025 in Dallas as part of Avride’s robotaxi service booked exclusively through Uber. Hyundai will assemble Ioniq 5 robo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/08

Kia 2025 EV9 recalled in U.S. over improperly manufactured rear gear drive unit On February 27, Kia America announced it is recalling 2025 model year EV9 crossovers equipped with all-wheel drive. Affected vehicles were assembled at the Kia plant in West Point, Georgia between October 11, 2024 and December 19, 2024 with improperly manufactured rear gear drive units that may become damaged due to the motor shaft, with reduced acceleration and motiv...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Toyota announces leadership in hybrid flex technology in Brazil On January 20, Toyota Brazil announced its continued leadership in hybrid flex technology, producing 17,015 hybrid flex vehicles in 2024, accounting for 67.4% of national production, and selling 17,847 units, representing 88% of the domestic market. Since launching the technology in 2019, Toyota has sold over 90,000 hybrid flex vehicles in Brazil, preventing approximately 34,000 tons...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

CES 2025: Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes make global debut On January 8 at CES 2025, Honda presented the world premiere of the first two models in the company’s new 0 Series line of battery electric vehicles, the Honda 0 SUV and Honda 0 Saloon prototypes. Production models based on both prototypes will be built at Honda's EV Hub in Ohio, and launch in North America in 2026 followed by global markets. The 0 Series introduces innovativ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/08

Ford announces new products at Fenatran 2024 in Brazil On November 5, Ford confirmed during Fenatran transport fair in Brazil, the arrival of the new Transit during 2025 and the launch of the Mobile Service, which will be available in South America starting in the first quarter of next year. In addition, the single-cab version of the New Ranger was presented. The Ford Transit will be available in minibus, van and chassis-cab versions. It has a 16...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/14