Faraday Future notes robotics launch ahead of Q4, 2025 financial results On March 29, Faraday Future executives highlighted that March is FF EAI Robotics' first delivery month, and has so far signed sales contracts for 22 units, including both humanoid and bionic robots. The company expects to complete Aegis’ FCC certification in the next week, which it sees as a solid foundation toward its 200-unit delivery target for the first delivery quarte...

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Tesla estimates its Q1 deliveries at 365,645 units, down 12.6% from Q4 2025 On March 26, Tesla published its latest company-compiled delivery consensus of sell-side analysts as a preview to its actual Q1 2026 results. Tesla had done the same ahead of releasing actual Q4 2025 figures as a way of tempering analysts’ expectations before making its quarterly report public. The figures show Tesla Q1 2026 deliveries coming in at 365,645 units, down 1...

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equire more computational power and lower latency — things like automated vehicle marshalling, automated vehicle platooning, or tele-operated driving. For these kinds of applications, edge computing becomes important. Looking ahead toward 2030, we expect edge computing to play a much bigger role. Q4. What message would you send to OEMs preparing for next generation connected vehicles? A4. My main message to OEMs is: don’t delay your move to 5...

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he Chinese companies were told to deliver the equipment before this fall, with two of the sources saying it would be shipped to Texas. Musk plans to build the solar capacity mainly for use by Tesla, although some will be used to power SpaceX satellites, the people said. Musk had stated on Tesla’s Q4 2025 earnings call that “We’re going to work toward getting 100 GW a year of solar cell production, integrating across the entire supply chain ...

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have a proven track record in numerous mass production projects. Moving forward, Vector will continue to accelerate SDV development in collaboration with partner companies such as OEMs and suppliers, including the deployment of the Alloy Kore automotive software platform jointly developed with QNX. Q4. What are some recent collaboration cases, such as partnerships with OEMs, suppliers, and related companies, toward achieving SDV realization? A4....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

iful Bill Act” which took place on October 1, 2025, has had pronounced impacts. Indeed, European manufacturers boasted a large contingent of EVs among their imports to the US, which are now floundering. For instance, Volkswagen Group’s Audi e-tron and Volkswagen ID ranges declined by 68% YoY in Q4 2025. Despite these barriers, we expect Europe-US vehicle flows to remain relatively stable through 2030, with a slightly higher level of imports i...

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no E variant with a 70kWh capacity and a 195Wh/kg cell energy density. -          The new Fulwin T9L midsize SUV scheduled for pre-order from March 25 will be equipped with the Rhino H battery. -          A Rhino solid-liquid hybrid variant will be applied to the Sterra EX7 SUV in Q4. -          The Sterra ES sedan will adopt a Rhino E liquid variant that enables a 500km range on an 8-minute charge. -          ...

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power imec and its ecosystem partners to unlock the performance needed to pioneer sub-2nm logic and high-density memory technologies that will fuel the rapid growth of advanced AI and high-performance computing.  Imec anticipates the EXE:5200 High NA EUV lithography system to be fully qualified by Q4 2026. In the meantime, the joint ASML-imec High NA EUV lithography Lab in Veldhoven will remain operational, ensuring continuity in the High NA EUV...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

VinFast revives U.S. plans for North Carolina production, now in 2028 On March 16, on the company’s Q4 2025 earnings call, VinFast Auto Chairwoman Le Thi Thu Thuy framed 2026 priorities around scale, cost optimization, overseas capacity expansion, and greater integration of AI across vehicles and factories. VinFast confirmed that it now expects to resume construction of its North Carolina factory in 2026 and is targeting start of production in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

It also helps to attract younger buyers and expand its electric lineup. The name is inspired by the original Audi A2. Audi also announced that in 2026, it will continue updating its range, focusing on the high-end Audi Q9 and the entry-level A2 e-tron. Other key launches include the new Q7, updated Q4 e-tron, and Audi RS 5. With the Q9 and Q7, Audi is strengthening its presence in the US market as well along with new Q3 models coming in 2026, Aud...

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VinFast announces Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results On March 16, 2026, VinFast Auto Ltd. announced its preliminary and unaudited financial results for Q4 and the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.  In Q4/2025, global EV deliveries reached 86,557 (+127% QoQ, +63% YoY), with Green brand models and the EC Van accounting for around 49% of total deliveries and international markets contributing around 18% for the first time in a quarter. Full...

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Tesla announces coming launch of Terafab project On March 14, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on X that the company will launch its Terafab Project in 7 days. During Tesla's Q4 2025 earnings call on January 28, Musk said that Tesla's existing chip suppliers Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC), Samsung Electronics and Micron Technology (MU) would not be able to supply sufficient chips for the company's EVs, robot and AI needs. "To remove the probable constr...

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s development in preparation for the Neue Klasse era. A. [Walter Mertl] Automation and digitalization are improving efficiency and influencing staffing requirements. However, BMW does not have a formal headcount reduction program and instead relies on natural attrition and workforce planning tools. Q4. Why do you believe the tariff effect will be limited compared with competitors? Will BMW introduce range extenders? And what is your outlook for E...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

s is factually incorrect and misleading. Besides, Nexperia B.V. stated that no manufacturing systems were locked. Any incidental effects were resolved by Nexperia China within hours. The measures taken by Nexperia did not adversely impact Nexperia China’s ability to complete finished goods. Since Q4 2025, Nexperia China’s management has ordered to separate the IT environment of Nexperia’s entities in China from Nexperia B.V. It placed Nex...

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opean market. Porsche’s results were affected by restructuring costs and one-off effects, but the company remains fundamentally strong. On regulation, we support electrification but believe the EU framework needs more flexibility and transitional periods beyond 2035 to reflect market realities.  Q4. What is the updated strategy for the U.S. and what are the opportunities for Audi and Porsche there? A. [Oliver Blume] The U.S. remains a key grow...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

VW Group’s operating profit down 44.6% in Q4, down 53.5% in 2025, on Porsche restructuring, U.S. tariffs On March 10, VW Group announced its financial results for Q4 and full-year 2025. For Q4, sales revenue fell 4.7% YOY to EUR 83.2 billion, operating income dropped 44.6% to EUR 3.5 billion and earnings after tax dropped 1.7% to EUR 3.5 billion. Operating return on sales was 4.2%. For the full-year 2025, sales revenue fell 0.8% YOY to EUR 321....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

s called X Hybrid. It will make its European debut in the upcoming Lotus Eletre X. The X Hybrid system made its global debut in China and is known as Lotus FOR ME. European specifications for Eletre X will be published later, closer to the official European launch in June 2026. Delivery expected in Q4 2026. UK customer delivery expected shortly afterwards.   The X Hybrid system has a 150-kW generator, capable of producing up to around 25 kWh per...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

Tan Chong Motor, Malaysia comments on FYE Dec 2025 improvement despite Q4 headwinds Announced on February 27, 2026, Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad said its automotive business operated in a supportive 2025 market, though softer Q4 vehicle sales and higher forex losses led to lower quarterly revenue and a wider loss. For the financial year ended December 31, 2025, automotive revenue edged up YoY, with the Group’s revenue rising 1.3% to MYR 2.11...

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around 2% and Europe flat. Growth will come from new products: HEMI engines, Ram Express, Jeep Cherokee and ICE Charger in North America, and Smart Car ramp-up in Europe. A. [Antonio Filosa] Demand for new launches is strong and products are entering segments where we have expansion opportunities. Q4. Why is CapEx flat despite the USD13 billion North America investment, and does Maserati remain in the group? A. [Antonio Filosa] Total investments...

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rks, a high emphasis on design differentiation, and fast-moving digitalization. In contrast, Japan and many ASEAN markets take a more conservative approach, prioritizing reliability, proven safety performance, and cost-effectiveness, which results in more gradual adoption of new lighting functions. Q4. Your exhibit at CES 2026 showcased lighting applications highlighting societal sustainability and environmental considerations. Do you foresee any...

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