labama Auto Assembly plant in Lincoln for approximately 18 months to meet tougher emissions rules, according to internal sources familiar with the company’s plans. Honda will stop building the midsize Ridgeline truck in Q4 2026, while production of a significantly freshened version is planned for Q3 2028. During the break, Honda plans to boost output of other vehicles at its Alabama assembly plant. Production of the Odyssey, built on the same l...

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company is preparing to launch a RISC-V International Association (RISC-V) core product family capable of comprehensively supporting various applications with a single core. By preparing various MCU product families and enhancing the associated ecosystem, the company supports customer development. Q3. What initiatives are you undertaking in the AI field? A3. Looking at the overall AI field, demand related to AI data centers is increasing, and In...

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he civil construction of its new Chennai site for disc brake assemblies is at an advanced stage. In the first phase, Endurance is transferring most of the assembly and machining equipment from its Waluj plant.  From this plant, SOP for Royal Enfield is planned in July 2026, and for other OEMs from Q3 of this financial year (October- December 2026). The Chennai plant will have a capacity of 3-million-disc brake assemblies per annum and 4 million ...

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Uno Minda, India, wins new business for Android-based infotainment (IVI) platform On May 16,  Uno Minda Limited, in an investor update, announced that it has won a new order for an Android-based infotainment (IVI) platform during the January – March 2026 quarter. It is developed by the in-house R&D centre CREAT. The order SOP is in Q3 – FY29 (FY ending March 2029). The annual peak value of the order is INR 6 billion. The order represents aro...

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Lynk & Co to launch Lynk & Co 20 electric sedan in Q3 2026 On May 13, Lynk & Co announced the Q3 2026 launch of the Lynk & Co 20 battery electric sedan. Designed with a more exquisite appearance and a stronger sporty sense than the Lynk & Co Z20, the Lynk & Co 20 measures 4,495mm long, 1,845mm wide, and 1,573mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,755mm. The Lynk & Co 20 is equipped with a 245kW motor and a lithium-iron phosphate battery, delivering a top...

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Lynk & Co unveils Lynk & Co 07GT plug-in hybrid electric sedan scheduled for launch in Q3 2026 On May 11, Lynk & Co unveiled the Lynk & Co 07GT plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model, available in 2WD and 4WD variants, is expected to be launched in Q3 2026. The Lynk & Co 07GT adopts an original design called “The Next Day”, incorporating sporty elements to strike a balance between functionality and aesthetics. It measures 4,846mm or 4,866mm...

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nd rapid prototyping capabilities. While optimizing the scale of our operations in China, we intend to actively incorporate valuable lessons from our Chinese suppliers, seize this as an opportunity for growth, and build a competitive relationship where we constantly challenge and surpass each other.Q3. What are the sources of competitiveness and points of evolution for electric power steering (C-EPS, RP-EPS, etc.) and linkless steer-by-wire syste...

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imit. Software definition and architecture restructuring will be the core breakthroughs for the next generation of efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and user experience. Transformation of engineering organizations Powertrain transformation is not only a technical shift but also an organizational one. Q3. How is Geely adapting its engineering teams, development processes, and partnerships to accelerate innovation while managing the increasing comple...

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ual property, after-sales functions, and selected subsidiary investments, while VinFast’s international operations, including those in India and Indonesia, will remain unaffected. Completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory, shareholder, and creditor approvals, with closing expected by Q3 2026. (From a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission dated May 12, 2026)...

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petrol prices: online EV enquiry platforms reported rising interest across Europe as energy prices soared. However, registration pipelines are long. Vehicles registered in March were largely ordered weeks or months earlier, so the full demand-side impact is likely to show up more clearly in Q2 and Q3 data. The real question now is not whether the oil shock will accelerate electrification, but rather who will be the ones to capture the incrementa...

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ietnam-based EV infrastructure arm, to expand EV charging and battery-swapping infrastructure in Visayas, Philippines. Deployment is planned across six Light Fuels stations in Cebu, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu, as well as the Pier88 smart port and Bay Mall in Liloan. The rollout is expected to start in Q3 2026. Each site will feature 1–2 charging bays, with capacity to serve around 18–20 vehicles per bay daily using CCS2, with average charging ti...

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ncepts are being redefined there. This will not happen overnight, but it defines the next generation of vehicles. Europe must actively participate in shaping this transformation—we must not simply watch while others drive these developments forward. Technological Flexibility as a Strategic Factor Q3. Schaeffler consistently pursues a strategy of technological flexibility. How can this approach—across battery electric, hybrid, hydrogen based, ...

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em. GAC also showcased three major models for global markets: the debut of the GAC Yue 7, the AION i60 and the urban SUV AION N60. Positioned as an all-scenario intelligent SUV, the GAC Yue 7 features a class-leading integrated frame and digital chassis, with an official market launch scheduled for Q3 2026. Furthermore, pre-orders opened for the Aistaland GT7, an intelligent shooting brake from the new premium smart EV brand jointly developed by ...

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ACT Expo 2026: Hino Trucks introduces Le Series medium-duty BEV truck On May 4, Hino Trucks introduced the all-new Le Series battery electric vehicle (BEV) at ACT Expo 2026, available in both 25,950 lbs. (L6e) and 33,000 lbs. (L7e) GVWR configurations. Production is scheduled to begin in Q3 2026. “Introducing the Le Series is an important step in our efforts to reduce environmental impact and support our customers’ sustainability goals,” sa...

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turing facility being set up at AURIC (Aurangabad Industrial City), Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra. The facility will have a total annual production capacity of 1 million units, and to be built out in two phases of 500 thousand units each. Its phase-I is scheduled to commence operations in Q3 FY 2027 (ending December). The factory is designed to house end-to-end scooter manufacturing operations under one roof, covering battery pack assem...

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Feytech–Wuhu Ruitai JV plans Q3 2026 start of seat production for Chery models in Malaysia Reported on May 4, 2026, Malaysia’s Bursa-listed Feytech Holdings Bhd said its joint venture with China’s Wuhu Ruitai Auto Parts Co Ltd, FTRT Autoparts Sdn Bhd, is gaining traction within the local automotive supply chain. The venture is scheduled to start seat production in Q3 2026, supporting two current Chery models along with two upcoming launches...

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focusing on rapid product development and shorter model lifecycles of around 3–4 years. They build a full ecosystem firstly by attracting investment and scaling up mass production, and then continuously improve their products over time. They also update or introduce new features every 2-3 years. Q3. What is AAPICO’s Outlook for EV, and how is the company adapting its strategy to the EV transition and industry transformation? -AAPICO expects ...

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tioned as an all-scenario, multi-form personalized sedan, pioneering the “one car, multiple forms” model. It offers three variants, including the “Formula S” sedan, the “Formula S GT” shooting brake, and the “Formula SL” larger-sized sedan. This series will be officially launched in Q3 2026. The “Formula X,” a concept car for the “Formula” sports car series, serves as the inspiration for the Fang Cheng Bao’s sedan lineup...

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les do not function fully in Europe in their current form. At least partial redevelopment for the European market will be necessary. If they overcome these challenges, I believe Chinese manufacturers could potentially reach a market share of as much as 20% in Europe over the next five to ten years. Q3. As the industry shifts toward electrification and software-defined architectures, where do you see the sustainable competitive advantage of Europ...

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ocess architecture is designed with flexibility to incorporate alternative raw materials, making it scalable and resilient to evolving market dynamics. The commissioning comes alongside Himadri's LFP cathode active material project, with Phase I targeting a first milestone capacity of 2,000 MTPA by Q3 FY 2027 (ending December), with full Phase I operations envisaged by FY 2029. The company has also signed a technology licensing agreement with Sic...

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