p compared to the previous generation, with a wet grip rating of B under the European tire labeling. It will be available in 64 sizes from 16 to 20 inches, starting from July 2025. The CrossClimate 3 Sport is designed to support sporty and high-performance vehicles. Thanks to Dynamic-Response and V-Shape technologies, it provides precise handling in all road conditions, including wintry roads, with an A rating for wet grip. The tire will be avail...

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ansion and first center in the Nordic region. The new technology center is based in Lindholmen Science Park, will serve European OEMs and customers throughout the Nordic region. The center plans to grow quickly and aims to hire around 100 people within a year. The location supports KPIT’s goal to shape the future of mobility by working closely with clients, talent, and partners. Based on KPIT and Invest in Gothenburg press release...

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m impact, fire, and corrosion. It is significantly lighter than traditional metal alternatives and provides thermal insulation to improve energy management for a longer driving range. The plate can withstand extreme temperatures and meets the requirements for impact resistance. It springs back into shape without structural loss or deformation even after repeated exposure to stones and road debris. It is based on long-fiber thermoplastic (LFT) tec...

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sign, a next-gen steering feel and contributes to comfortable driving. With the use of steer-by-wire system which controls the angle of the tires via electrical signals, it eliminates the need to turn the steering wheel multiple times, such as when making U-turns or parking. This realizes a stylish shape that resembles an airplane yoke. In achieving this design, Toyoda Gosei adopted the technology it has cultivated in ergonomics-based design for ...

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nts a distinctive EV design style. The sleek, dynamic side lines, the unique C-pillar design, and the trendy side profile exude a sense of sophistication. The daytime running lights draw inspiration from crystals favored by Chinese consumers that represent good luck, and ingeniously incorporate the shape of the number “8” to improve the recognizability of the light clusters and endow the model with profound cultural connotation. The futuristi...

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lineup with locally produced vehicles, creating a mutually beneficial outcome for both companies.” Mitsubishi CEO Takao Kato spoke of the development also on May 8 while announcing financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, but declined to offer details saying the idea is still taking shape. The move comes as Mitsubishi grapples with U.S. tariffs and a limited lineup. Mitsubishi executives said they currently have an inventory of 10...

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MAHLE develops bionic radial blower for automotive air conditioning systems MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) announced that it has developed a bionic radial blower for automotive air conditioning systems. The development has been guided by an example from nature. The bionic radial blower, which is modeled after the fins of a penguin, improves efficiency while significantly reducing noise. The shape of the fan has been optimized to mimic the wings of a penguin,...

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Lucid and KAUST, Saudi Arabia partner on EV technology autonomous driving On May 5, Lucid Group, Inc. and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) announced a strategic partnership designed to shape the future of EV technology. The collaborative research and development activities will be hosted at KAUST's advanced laboratories in King Abdullah Economic City. As part of this cooperation, Lucid will have access to KAUST's superco...

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The blower is designed for vehicles with challenging installation spaces, especially EVs. It sits in front of the evaporator, making the air conditioning unit symmetrical and narrow. It can be used in all passenger car classes, as well as in light and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The aerodynamic shape of the fan blades was inspired by the fins of a penguin. It reduces sound output by 4 decibels (dB) or 60% compared to similar fans. It also imp...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Valeo to present advanced solutions for electrification, ADAS, and lighting Valeo Group (Valeo) announced that it will present its cutting-edge solutions, which are set to shape the future of mobility, at Auto Shanghai 2025.  Valeo will present its hardware and software solutions designed to improve the range and comfort of electric and hybrid vehicles to maximize energy efficiency while reducing the carbon footprint of mobi...

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native to PFAS-containing thermoplastics and FKM seals. Processed by injection molding, it improves sealing performance, ensures battery life, and meets increasingly stringent environmental regulations. Its chemically cross-linked molecular structure ensures the entropy elasticity, maintaining its shape during the cyclical volume change of the battery cells under load. This prevents electrolyte leakage and contamination, outperforming thermoplas...

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t trucks. The start of production is planned for the second half of 2025.  Feintool won this nomination with high-quality components at competitive prices in a market with many competitors. Feintool has strategically expanded its technology and production hub in Taicang and is now able to actively shape the demanding but promising Chinese e-mobility market. Based on Feintool press release ...

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is located next to London Luton Airport, and it will attract businesses in logistics, manufacturing, engineering, and digital infrastructure. The GBP 400 million project is expected to create over 1,700 direct jobs. Goodman will collaborate with Luton Council, local businesses, and the community to shape the plans. If approved, construction will begin in 2027, with the first businesses moving in by 2028. Based on Goodman Group press release...

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the new technology with functional film and surface coating technologies, Sumitomo Bakelite will propose it for automotive and railroad applications. The “Tough-moth” developed by the company is a polycarbonate sheet that has fine, nanometer-level (one billionth of one meter) projections in the shape of an imitated moth’s eye. The new resin material has a reflectivity of 0.5% or less and prevents object reflection at night irrespective of w...

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Visteon joins SOAFEE SIG for software architecture for automotive sector Visteon joined the Scalable Open Architecture for Embedded Edge (SOAFEE) Special Interest Group (SIG). It will help Visteon collaborate with industry leaders to shape standardized software architecture for the automotive sector.  As the industry transitions toward software-defined vehicles, Visteon recognizes these technologies as key enablers in the evolution toward Zonal ...

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ttenberg GmbH & Co. KG (STP), a German forging and metallurgy company, announced a joint venture to manufacture forged powertrain parts in India for global markets. Production is scheduled to begin in mid-2026 at the Hero Industrial Park in Ludhiana, Punjab. The joint venture will focus on near-net-shape precision forging for automotive applications. STP, which operates six facilities in Germany, specializes in producing high-precision forged and...

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Mercedes-Benz debuts 2026 CLA luxury electric sedan Mercedes-Benz unveiled the third-generation 2026 CLA luxury compact sedan at an event in Rome. The CLA is an entry-level electric model utilizing Mercedes-Benz’s MMA platform and will initially launch as a battery-electric model, with hybrid versions to follow. The new CLA has the sloped roof and coupe shape of its predecessor but is slightly larger to accommodate the underfloor battery. CLA...

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in the design of automotive antennas. The company will also increase both its development efficiency and product lineup, and shorten production lead time. It intends to actively use AI for material development and business operations to increase productivity. Previously, developers created optimal shapes for each specification, but the number of combinations of length, width, shape, etc. was huge and time-consuming. For this reason, Yokowo has i...

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Ford CEO mentions low-cost EV platform On February 11, Ford CEO Jim Farley told investors at the Wolfe Research Auto, Auto Tech and Semiconductor Conference in New York that Ford is in "good shape" after restructuring its EV investment strategy, even after the company lost about USD 5.1 billion on its EVs last year. Farley sees itself in a race to build affordable, yet profitable, EVs, and that the key is to downsize the vehicles and the price. "...

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ology Venture Partners in BrightView, to boost market growth, drive research and development, and strengthen production capabilities. BrightView is a global leader in computational optics solutions, designing and manufacturing advanced optical films that use complex micro-lens elements to precisely shape light distributions. The integration of micro- and nano-optics in automotive lighting enhances performance, increases design flexibility by redu...

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