Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Cupra Born Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. (Hankook Tire) announced that its iON evo tires have been selected by Cupra, a car brand of the Volkswagen (VW) group, as original equipment (OE) tires for the Cupra Born electric hatchback. The size of the tires is 20 inches. The iON evo has increased cornering stiffness by 10% with the use of a shape technology optimized for electric vehicles (EVs). It has also a...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

Chevrolet presents new revised 2027 Bolt EV ahead of 2026 launch On October 9, GM presented the new refreshed and revised 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, which will begin shipping to U.S. customers in early 2026 as a limited run model. The vehicle measures 4,307 mm in length, 1,770 mm in width, 1,622 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,675 mm. While the 2027 Bolt has a familiar shape, underneath it has the latest GM EV technology, featuring the GM-des...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

build business collaborations by primarily investing in early-stage startups in Japan and others who share Toyota's vision of "Inventing our path forward, together." Unlike conventional funds with fixed periods, TIP will take a long-term view. Together, a broad spectrum of partners will join TIP to shape the future of mobility, including startups participating in Toyota Woven City. In parallel, Woven Capital has launched Fund II, targeting 20-25 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/01

There Yet? A State of Play on Autonomous Vehicles (a panel discussion presented by PAVE and featuring Stephen Hayes, VP of autonomous at Lyft) As the Main Stage presenting sponsor, Cox Automotive, leading an exclusive session on AI underscores their role in using data, technology, and innovation to shape the future of mobility. (LA Auto Show release on September 25, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

temperature stayed well below safety limits. The testing is important as long-haul fleets move to electric. Interoperability between trucks and chargers is critical i.e., in case of any mismatch can cause disrupt operations, raise costs, and slow adoption of e-mobility. MAN and ABB have both helped shape the MCS standard, working to ensure trucks and chargers are fully compatible. Before the campaign, they had already tested at MAN’s factory, p...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

unced that its brake caliper has been adopted for the new Alpine A390 electric vehicle (EV) of Alpine, Renault Group’s sports car brand. This is the first time for Advics to supply its product for Alpine. The aluminum opposed 6POT caliper adopted for the Alpine A390 features an optimized cylinder shape, light weight, and high rigidity, and contributes to improved electricity consumption through its drag reduction technology. Its design quality ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

ans the dashboard, combining two OLED panels (14.5-inch and 13.8-inch) using multi-lamination technology. The PID features a proprietary technology called Flex Magic Pixel (FMP), which limits the visibility of screen content from side angles.   A 14.4-inch “Flexible L” display, a flexible, L-shaped OLED, is positioned in the center fascia between the driver and passenger. The L-shaped curved screen allows intuitive control of frequently us...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

costly breakdowns. Future uses for “Aris” may include monitoring escape routes or building a digital twin of the plant. Alongside the robo-dog, an autonomous drone will count empty containers on-site, reducing routine tasks for employees by using AI to recognize and track load carriers by their shape and size, making the process faster and more accurate. Based on Mercedes-Benz press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

lity and quality. It has recently gained attention for its applications beyond surface treatment, including additive manufacturing. In conventional engines, the design of the intake port is constrained by the necessity for press-fitted, sintered valve seats, which limit the ability to optimize port shape for ideal tumble flow. Nissan developed a novel valve seat using cold spray technology, which allows a coating to be directly formed onto the cy...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

a announced the start of series production of the second-generation Audi Q3 Sportback in Győr plant, Hungary. The first vehicle to roll off the line was a sage green Q3 Sportback. The Audi Q3 Sportback is an entry-level compact crossover that combines the key features of the Audi Q3 with the sleek shape of a coupé. The entry-level Audi Q3 Sportback is equipped with a four-cylinder 1.5 TFSI engine delivering 110 kW of power with, available with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

WeRide joins Singapore’s Steering Committee on Autonomous Vehicles On August 12, 2025, WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD) announced that its Founder and CEO, Dr. Tony Han, has joined Singapore’s 17-member Steering Committee on Autonomous Vehicles (AV), chaired by the Acting Transport Minister.  The committee brings together representatives from government, academia, industry, and labor to shape policies on AV deployment, safety regulations, workforce deve...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/19

llas, Texas, from August 14 through August 16, 2025. The Taiwan Expo USA was the first time that Foxconn displayed the vehicle in the U.S. The North American variant of the MODEL C has a number of differences compared to the original, including an enlarged S-duct air deflector and a new side mirror shape to improve aerodynamics. The North American version also utilizes Adaptive Driving Beam technology and a charging interface that supports NACS. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/19

n September 2025. The vehicle previews the future of Skoda’s estate models and represents a step forward in its Modern Solid design language, while also celebrating the brand’s 130-year heritage and focus on sustainability. The Vision O has a sleek, modern look with smooth lines, an aerodynamic shape, a steep front windscreen, and a sloping roof of Skoda estate cars. The name “Vision O” reflects the idea of circularity, focusing on recycl...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

UK launches public consultation on self-driving passenger services On July 21, UK Roads Minister launched a public consultation on the new Automated Passenger Services (APS) permitting scheme. This will shape how self-driving taxis, private-hire vehicles, and buses are regulated in Great Britain. The focus will be on safety, innovation, world-leading rules, and accessibility. Self-driving vehicles aim to cut road collisions caused by human error...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

—including Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), auto component manufacturers, policymakers, academia, and end users—to address challenges such as technological advancements and infrastructure development. Seven Sub-Committees, comprising experts from government, industry, and academia, will shape the roadmap with key milestones set for 2030, 2037, and 2047. Based on the PIB India press release (Release ID: 2145507)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

oods come from. The event brought together leaders from various sectors such as automotive, chemicals, energy, steel, and more, along with international trade associations i.e. ACEA, Eurobat, and others. As global supply chains grow more complex, the input from these industry stakeholders will help shape priorities, long-term goals, and key actions for the future of EU trade policy. The feedback will also contribute to the current review of the E...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

China’s June vehicle production, sales volumes increase 11.4% y/y, 13.8% y/y, respectively On July 10, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) announced China’s vehicle production and sales results for June 2025. According to the CAAM, in the first half of 2025, China’s automobile market stayed in good shape, with multiple economic indicators growing by double digits year-over-year (y/y). Boosted by the national trade-in po...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

otors. Daido Electronics will invest about JPY 5 billion in its third head plant to increase the monthly production in three stages: to 45 tons by FY 2027, 90 tons by FY 2028, and 140-150 tons by FY 2030. Daido Electronics will improve the yields of the new production line by adopting a “near-net-shape forming method” that produces drive motor magnets that are close to their final shape. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on July ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

ion of the right-hand-drive model will begin in July. This marks the company’s first localized production outside of China. Indonesia is expected to become the X9’s leading market outside of China. Through a long-term, tech-driven partnership model, XPeng aims to pioneer AI-powered mobility and shape the future of smart transportation in Indonesia. In partnership with the Erajaya Group, XPeng is establishing a full-value-chain presence, from ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

s a strategic engineering service supplier to Volvo Cars. The relationship between the two companies is based on a shared understanding of values with the aim of driving technological progress and making a relevant contribution to a sustainable and safe future. In addition to the shared ambition to shape the mobility solutions of tomorrow, Volvo Cars benefits from the flexible access to resources of Bertrandt's internationally positioned teams of...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24