BYD secures electric bus order from De Lijn, Belgium On December 17, BYD Europe, in a social media update, announced that it has secured a new order from De Lijn for 268 B12.b electric buses. The BYD B12.b is built on next generation eBus platform and features the Blade Battery Chassis. With phased deliveries starting from Q2 2027, these buses will support De Lijn’s path to a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2035.  Based on BYD social media updates...

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c (PHEV) variants expected in 2026. In the Italian market, Changan Auto will introduce the Deepal S05 and S07 battery electric SUVs, with respective starting prices of EUR 39,990 (around CNY 331,300) and EUR 44,990 (around CNY 372,700). The corresponding PHEV variants are expected to be launched in Q2 2026, and the automaker is currently proceeding with preparations to schedule the launch as early as the end of February or March. As for the Nevo ...

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materials that have been independently improved and optimized for output. By analyzing materials as either positive or negative electrode materials, we can create batteries based on a complete understanding of the materials. (Murase, General Manager, Business Planning Department, Battery Division) Q2. What are the special features of the AC inverter that you exhibited? What areas do you want to focus on now and in the future?  A2. The products ...

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s also reduces the amount of CO2 emission. The ladder frame, which is lighter in weight and offers improved torsional rigidity, uses thin, 980MPa ultra-high tensile steel. As a result, the weight was reduced by 30 kilograms and the strength was increased by 1.4 times compared to the previous model. Q2. Tell us about any impact from additional US tariffs, and about increasing your customer base? A2. The volume of products that Yorozu exports from ...

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ardware differences, the 2026 BMW iX, 2026 BMW i5 xDrive40, and 2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 models will receive this RSU in early spring 2026 and will be compatible with NACS Partner Tesla Superchargers once the update is installed. BMW does note that it will have an official branded charger coming out in Q2 2026, presumably after this update. All of the BMW EVs on the road currently still use CCS ports for DC Fast Charging, and will have to use an ada...

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es in government policies. Also, automotive OEMs are being increasingly forced to review their production operations and strengthen local production and consumption. Amidst this harsh environment, TPR is still capable of operating globally at its 59 plants located in eight regions around the world. Q2. Do you see this kind of change in the business environment as a risk, or as an opportunity to grow as an independent supplier? A2. I think there a...

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an airbag that is built into seats and which responds to the increasingly diverse positions of passengers, especially for passengers riding in autonomous-driving cars. The FLESBY HY-CONCEPT runs on hydrogen. It shows various features that are focused on future technologies for safety and security. Q2. What are the functions and features planned for the FLESBY HY-CONCEPT? In what state of development and commercialization are you at the moment, s...

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models, including the RTX 310 and Norton‑branded motorcycles, already in production and using RACL‑supplied components. BMW’s parking‑lock mechanism project remains in the pre‑series phase but is contributing volumes ahead of full ramp‑up expected in 2026. Based on RACL Geartech Limited Q2 FY 2025-26 earnings conference call...

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Instruments Pvt. Ltd.) with a capacity of 60,000 units per year and is investing in EV drivetrains and transmission systems aimed at 2W (two-wheeler) and 3W (three-wheeler) OEMs, with a focus on green mobility, electrification and exports. Based on Kinetic Engineering Limited investor presentation Q2 & H1, FY26...

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company expands its network beyond terminal-to-terminal operations next year. Supervised autonomous operations between Detmar’s facility in Midland, Texas and Capital Sand’s mining site in Monahans will begin in early 2026. Once Aurora deploys its second fleet of driverless trucks, expected in Q2 2026, trips for Detmar will transition to driverless operations without anyone onboard. (Aurora release on December 8, 2025)...

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the Qualcomm 8650 computing platform and 27 intelligent sensors including 1 LiDAR, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 3 millimeter-wave radars, supporting 26 driver assistance features such as NAP (Navigation Assist Pilot), CNOA (City Navigate on Autopilot), and HPA (Home Parking Assist). To be launched in Q2 2026 is the Lafa 5 Ultra variant. From Leapmotor press releases 1/2/3 and information on the Leapmotor website...

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to explore functions for the car body itself, so to achieve our objective of controlling the entire interior systems in an integrated way. To achieve this, however, it will be essential for the system to align with the functions of body ECUs and for us to collaborate with OEMs and other suppliers. Q2. At the press briefing, you mentioned that you aim to increase sales revenue from the JPY 1.9 trillion recorded in 2024 to 2.2 trillion yen in 2030...

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nology and NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) and these will create a totally autonomous-driving lifestyle. Valeo is celebrating 40 years of doing business in Japan. Together with Ichikoh Industries, we will be able to deliver both hardware and software and achieve "Smart Technology For Smarter Mobility." Q2. How will the software and AI-based solutions that you exhibited at JMS2025 contribute to advancing the user experience (UX)? What is your vision f...

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or Mobility”. We will deliver new value to customers based on digitalization such as the cloud and the IoV platform, and provide optimal personalization and predictive capabilities, which includes the use of AI. We aim to make electrification and intelligent mobility realities in the age of SDVs. Q2. How will advanced technologies in the field of digitalization such as the "IoV platform," help create an evolution in terms of user experience (UX...

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Rane Group, India, updates about new business wins On November 14, Rane Holding Limited, in an investor update of Q2, FY 2025-26 (ending March 31, 2026), announced that Rane (Madras) Limited won orders worth INR 2 billion primarily in the steering and linkages business. Rane Steering Systems Private Limited has won business worth INR 1.17 billion for EPS for the domestic MUV application. ZF Rane Automotive India Private Limited won orders worth o...

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Samvardhana Motherson International Limited focuses on expanding automotive business In an investor update, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) announced that the results for Q2 FY 2026 now reflect the contribution of the recently acquired automotive business Atsumitec, while the open offer for Yutaka, another company with a strong automotive portfolio and longstanding ties to Honda, is expected to conclude by Q1 FY 2027, ending J...

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in December 2026. The cylindrical assembly line is imported from China. It will start production in this facility from January 2026 for a leading two-wheeler OEM in India. It has won INR 3 billion from the leading two-wheeler OEM. Based on Endurance Technologies Limited investor conference call for Q2 FY 2025-26...

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, we are close to taping out AI5 and are starting work on AI6. Our goal is to bring a new AI chip design to volume production every 12 months.”  The revised timeline means Tesla’s Cybercab, designed for fully autonomous operation without steering wheel or pedals and scheduled for production in Q2 2026, will launch using current AI4 hardware rather than the more advanced AI5 system.  Tesla Board Chair Robyn Denholm previously stated that the...

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er growth expected as additional products come to market. Sandhar Technologies also updated that it has initiated commercial production of smart locks. Volumes are projected to increase over the next few quarters as more customer projects move into production. Based on Sandhar Technologies Limited Q2 FY'26 Earnings Conference Call...

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up LCV manufacturing capacity from 80,000 to between 110,000 and 120,000 units annually. Bus body-building operations are also being scaled up, with total capacity set to exceed 20,000 units per year following the expansion of facilities in Andhra Pradesh and Lucknow. Based on Ashok Leyland Limited Q2 FY 2026 Earnings Conference Call...

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