Ferrari unveils first all-electric Luce sports car On May 26, Ferrari unveiled its new electric sports car, the Ferrari Luce. The car uses a fully electric system designed by Ferrari. For the first time, a Ferrari will have four doors and five seats. Ferrari has built all the key parts itself in Maranello, Italy, including the motors and battery. The project has led to over 60 new patents. The company also plans to support all electric components...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/26

TactoTek, Finland signs IMSE licensing agreement with Motherson for automotive surface components On May 21, TactoTek announced that it had signed an IMSE technology license agreement with Motherson, a global Tier 1 automotive supplier. The partnership aims to expand OEM access to scalable production of IMSE-based smart surface parts for both interior and exterior vehicle applications. The agreement will help OEMs to adopt IMSE technology by comb...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/21

d the global launch of Borcycle GE2331SY, a new high-performance, recycled polypropylene (PP) compound designed for demanding structural automotive components. The glass-fiber reinforced compound combines 40% post-consumer recycled material with 20% glass fibers to deliver the strength required for interior structural parts.  It is already being used by several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for high-end structural automotive components...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

an, Kia PBV Japan presented its strengths as the "SMART" concept. "SMART" is an acronym that stands for the following: S: Silent Mobility (quiet operation), M: Modular Expansion (expandability through bodywork and accessories), A: Accessible Low Floor (low-floor structure for easy access), R: Roomy Interior (spacious interior), and T: Total Safety (overall safety performance). ・ Regarding the entry of the PV5 into the Japanese market, Executive...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

Bcomp, Switzerland and Kia collaborate to expand ampliTex to exterior body parts On April 22, Bcomp and Kia Corporation announced an integration of Bcomp's ampliTex natural fibre composites in both the interior and exterior of the Kia Vision Meta Turismo concept car, unveiled at Milan Design Week 2026. This is the first time ampliTex has been applied to exterior body parts in a Kia concept, with the material used in the front, rear, and side bump...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

hat specific methods and counterparties for the share acquisition have not yet been determined. Regarding the rationale behind the additional acquisition, the company explained, “We aim to strengthen external alliances for growth, and this is part of that effort.” Ikuyo handles automotive resin parts, and it is believed that it is also anticipating synergies with Kasai Kogyo, which manufactures interior parts. Kasai Kogyo, whose main customer...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

Toyota to reduce molds for repair parts through collaboration with suppliers Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is working with its suppliers to reduce the number of molds used for repair parts. Inoac Corporation (Inoac, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya City), which handles interior and exterior parts made of materials such as urethane and resin, is collaborating with Toyota to reduce the variety of repair parts by consolidating similar shapes and colors. Th...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

ollowing a comprehensive technical refurbishment of the facility. The assembly line includes five conveyor lines and 88 workstations, along with advanced equipment. It is designed to support the assembly of different body styles. The production process covers the full vehicle build, from installing interior parts and key components to programming electronics and adding fluids. The final stage involves testing and quality checks, including roller ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/17

Toyota to release partially improved Noah and Voxy in Japan Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced on April 10 that it will release its partially upgraded the Noah and Voxy minivans in Japan on May 6. Both models will have only hybrid vehicles (HVs) except for welfare vehicles, and gasoline vehicles will be discontinued. Toyota has changed the design of the front exterior parts and interior parts, and improved comfort by optimizing the shock...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

re, and trade traction motors, including permanent magnet synchronous, axial flux, and radial flux types, motor controllers, battery management systems, e-drive systems, radars, lidars, ADAS components, telematics boxes, infotainment systems, HPDC components, and precision-moulded plastic and metal parts. The expanded scope also covers EV water pumps, ambient lighting, daytime running lights, charging indicators, illuminated front grilles, capac...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

et cars per year. The presence of the certificate expands sales opportunities, including the possibility of purchasing by state companies and organizations within the framework of the requirements for locally produced products. The ADM group of companies has localized the production of exterior and interior parts, wiring, seats, body parts, insulation materials, audio and infotainment systems. In 2026, it will launch press production and a new el...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Honda accelerating development of 3D printer technology Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) is advancing its development to expand the application range of 3D printers. The company, which is currently utilizing 3D printers for applications such as the production of Formula One racing car parts, intends to expand the application range to products such as mass-produced automotive parts. Honda plans to first establish a track record in high value-added fi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

k for the new electric GLC midsize SUV. It shows the EV version can cut lifecycle carbon emissions by about two-thirds compared with the gasoline GLC. This is achieved through measures such as low-carbon aluminium, cleaner battery production, more recycled materials, and an optional certified vegan interior. During vehicle production, Mercedes-Benz worked with suppliers to reduce carbon emissions, achieving about a 23% reduction for GLC 400 4MATI...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

CUPRA unveils updated all-electric Born with over 600 km range On March 5, SEAT revealed the updated all-electric CUPRA Born, redesigned with a sharper look, improved interior quality and more advanced technology based on MEB platform. The model measures 4,336 mm x 1,809 mm x 1,540 mm (LxWxH) with a 2,766 mm wheelbase, and boot space is 385 litres. The model will be designed and developed in Barcelona, and the car will be produced in Zwickau plan...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Antolin integrates Neural Concept’s AI engineering platform to transform automotive interior design Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) has formed a strategic partnership with Neural Concept to incorporate AI-driven engineering tools, including AI-native workflows and design copilots, into its interior development processes, significantly shortening design and validation timelines. The collaboration is intended to strengthen cross-functional e...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

thyssenkrupp Steel supplies bluemint Steel for series production of BMW iX3 On February 23, thyssenkrupp Steel announced that it will supply bluemint recycled CO₂-reduced steel to the BMW Group from 2026 for use in series production, for the outer panels, interior parts, and battery housing of the BMW iX3. The material has a high proportion of recycled material and achieves CO₂ savings verified by TÜV Süd compared to conventional steel. blu...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

Tsuyo Manufacturing, India launches e‑3W AMT and magnet‑less motor for commercial EVs On February 14, 2026, TSUYO Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. launched a new portfolio of EV powertrain technologies for electric three‑wheelers and light commercial vehicles, centred on its Gen 3.0 Interior Permanent Magnet (IPM) motor and controller architecture designed for better thermal management, durability, and easier servicing. The Gen 3.0 platform adds ext...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/16

Lumax Auto Technologies, India adds new PV, 2W programs in Q3 FY 2026 On February 12, Lumax Auto Technologies updated about the fresh programme wins and launches across passenger vehicles and two‑wheelers in Q3 FY 2026 ending December. In the PV segment, it has started supplies of CNG tubes and fittings for Maruti Suzuki’s Celerio, interior parts for Mahindra’s new XUV 7XO and XEV 9e SUVs, and emission components for Tata Motors’ Sierra....

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

Mexican cumulative auto parts production reaches USD 110.0 billion by November 2025 On February 10, Mexico's National Auto Parts Industry (INA) reported that production value for the sector reached USD 110.0 billion between January and November 2025, a cumulative contraction of 2.9% compared to the same period in 2024. Monthly results showed a gradual recovery beginning in June, when cumulative declines had reached 7%. November production of USD...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Avtovaz, Russia, installs high-precision gauge for LADA Azimut production On February 11, Avtovaz announced that it had installed a high-precision gauge on its model's assembly line in preparation for the launch of LADA Azimut production. It will help to check the geometry of the exterior and interior parts. The gauge is a master body sample, created based on a 3D model with an accuracy of up to 0.2 mm. The master is made of aluminum and weighs o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11