PLANET and NV Gotion reach MOU for EV and energy storage partnership in Thailand Announced on March 26, 2026, Planet Communication Asia PCL (PLANET) and NV Gotion Co., Ltd. (NV Gotion) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on March 20 for the joint development of electric vehicle (EV) solutions and battery energy storage systems (BESS), supporting clean energy adoption in Thailand and the ASEAN region and contributing to PLANET’s New...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

ill produce automotive batteries for GM, adding flexibility will keep its lines busy even if EV demand remains low. LGES is retooling four other EV battery plants in North America, including two in Michigan, its Ohio JV with Honda Motor Co., and one in Windsor, Canada, formerly a JV with Stellantis NV, to make LFP cells for stationary storage systems.  Ultium Cells other JV plant in Warren, Ohio will continue making EV cells for GM, while a new ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

STMicroelectronics releases new high-speed gate drivers for DC/DC converters and on-board chargers On March 5, Swiss-based STMicroelectronics NV (STMicroelectronics) released new gate drivers, “STGAP2SA” and “STGAP2HSA”, for high-speed control of power semiconductor switches. The new products help downsize automotive modules and enhance safety. The new gate drivers support high switching frequencies, which leads to the improvement of powe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Stellantis gets default notice from Canada after moving Jeep program to U.S. The Canadian government is notifying Stellantis NV that it is in default on its taxpayer-backed financial aid after it moved planned auto production to a U.S. plant, Industry Minister Melanie Joly said. “Today, on December 4, I’m formally announcing that we’re serving Stellantis with a notice of default under the contracts,” Joly told a parliamentary committee. J...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/06

as their concept of a cabin interior named "I.C.30: Integrated Cabin 2030", which exemplifies their vision, demonstrating various functions. Q1. What exactly is this concept cabin "I.C.30: Integrated Cabin 2030"? Also, what new technologies will be required to commercialize it? A1. This concept is envisioning what we hope to create by 2030. It will be a system interior that will coordinate and control the whole interior cabin. What we mean by thi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

40%. PTT also noted that the EV plant has not been built yet and may not be built for a few years. A higher stake would give Foxconn more flexibility in making decisions about this plant. In addition, the company plans for its Global Power Synergy power generation arm to reduce its shareholding in NV Gotion, an EV battery JV with Gotion Co, which started operations in 2023. (From an article of Bangkok Post on November 19, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

CES 2026: Sony Honda Mobility to unveil pre-production “AFEELA 1” and new concept model On November 20, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), the joint venture between Sony Group Corporation and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., announced that it will be exhibiting at CES 2026, which takes place in Las Vegas, NV January 6-9, 2026.  Ahead of the show’s public opening, SHM will be holding its first ever independent press conference on Media Day, January 5, 2026. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

construct a new “Chubu Linkage Commons (CLC)” business site in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. For electric vehicles and other next-generation mobility vehicles, the new site will conduct contract testing such as tests that support model-based development, and evaluations of noise and vibration (NV). New test facilities will be equipped with the world’s top-level automotive test equipment featuring control technology obtained from its social...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

Stellantis terminates offtake agreement with NOVONIX, Australia On November 4, NOVONIX Limited announced that FCA US LLC (a subsidiary of Stellantis NV) terminated its offtake agreement with it. NOVONIX and Stellantis were unable to agree upon the unique battery cell product specifications and milestones for mass production qualification.  The start of commercial supply was targeted for January 1, 2026. NOVONIX now remains focused on its deliver...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

Nissan Shatai to utilize Shonan plant as service parts plant On October 29, Nissan Shatai announced that it resolved to position the Shonan Plant as a facility dedicated to the production of service parts. Following Nissan Motor's decision to end the outsourcing of NV200 Vanette production at the Shonan Plant by the end of fiscal year 2026, Nissan Shatai has been examining possible options for the future of the plant. This direction allows Nissan...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

Stellantis reportedly planning USD 10 billion U.S. investment According to unnamed sources familiar with the matter, Stellantis NV is planning to invest approximately USD 10 billion in the U.S. to support its efforts in revitalizing its operations in the country. In the coming weeks, Stellantis will reportedly announce a new investment of USD 5 billion in the U.S. in addition to USD 5 billion previously earmarked. While nothing has been finalized...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

c control units (ECUs) by zone, will become widespread in next-generation vehicles. Marelli Corporation (Marelli), currently undergoing business restructuring, has developed a zone control unit called “Zones” in collaboration with Infineon Technologies AG (Infineon Technologies) of Germany and unveiled it in China in 2024. Marelli aims to become one of the world’s largest suppliers of zone architecture, with plans to start supplying Chinese...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/25

NXP Semiconductors unveils new IC for EV batteries NXP Semiconductors NV (NXP Semiconductors), a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer, has unveiled a new integrated circuit (IC) for battery cell controllers of electric vehicles (EVs), the BMx7318/7518. With 18 channels, the device improves overall system performance and cost efficiency. Each channel has dedicated analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) that convert analog data into digital data. The IC a...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

Nissan Shatai to consider all possibilities on Shonan plant with employment as top priority, after Nissan NV200 production ends On July 15, Nissan Shatai released a commentary on Nissan's announcement that it will terminate its consignment production of the NV200 Vanette van to Nissan Shatai at the end of fiscal year 2026 (March 2027). Nissan Shatai will explore all possibilities for the Shonan Plant, where the NV200 Vanette was manufactured, whi...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

., Ltd in Fukuoka Prefecture. The company will cease vehicle production at the Oppama plant at the end of fiscal year 2027. Following this, both current and future models scheduled for production at Oppama will be manufactured at Nissan Motor Kyushu. Nissan also has announced that production of the NV200, currently consigned to the Nissan Shatai Shonan Plant, will end in fiscal year 2026.  Both decisions are part of its global production restruc...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

ElevenEs, Serbia signs new MoU for LFP battery recycling On June 21, ElevenEs signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MResource GmbH, Miracle Oruide (Guangzhou) Autoparts Remanufacturing Co. Ltd. (Oruide is a Joint Venture between Miracle Automation Engineering Co., Ltd. and Stellantis NV), and American Lithium Renaissance Holding Company to establish a joint venture for recycling LFP battery waste. This collaboration aims to develop a s...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

Wuling starts delivering Thai-assembled Binguo EV, equipped with locally-made battery Announced on June 14, 2025, Wuling Thailand has officially begun deliveries of the Thai-assembled Wuling Binguo EV to its dealers. The vehicle supports the globally recognized CCS2 charging standard, ensuring convenient use across public charging stations in Thailand.  It is also equipped with high-quality batteries manufactured in Thailand by NV Gotion Co., Lt...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

r semiconductors to dramatically improving energy efficiency. The new hybrid system will be developed based on a hybrid system (e-axle) mounted in the front part of the all-new RAV4 plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV). The new system will be a 4-in-1 system that integrates a motor, reduction gear, DC-DC converter and inverter to offer a 15% decrease in height and an 18% reduction in weight compared to conventional systems. Although the all-new ES Hybrid...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Sumitomo Chemical acquires LCP business from Belgian company Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. announced that it acquired a liquid crystal polymer (LCP) resin business from Syensqo SA/NV, a leading chemical company based in Belgium. By incorporating the products and technology acquired from Syensqo, the Company will strengthen its LCP business, particularly in mobility and IT applications. LCP is used in various applications, including electronic compo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/04

iency in the Benelux region. The new facility unites four key Honda entities:     Honda Motor Europe Ltd. – Certification & Regulatory Affairs (HME-CRA): Manages European, international and national certifications, as well as regulatory and R&D collaboration activities.    Honda Access Europe NV (HACE): Specialised in the design, purchase and sale of automotive accessories, factory options and merchandise.    Honda Benelux: Supports the s...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/31