y light emission, improving night driving and safety. It also benefits from a resilient supply chain supported by in-house capabilities. The LED can also be used to project symbols and pictures on the road for car-to-environment communication. ams OSRAM will present the latest EVIYOS technology at SIA Vision 2024 in Paris, France, from October 16-17). (From a press release dated October 14, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/16

h 32 individually controlled red segments. It delivers dynamic, interactive lighting solutions for interior and exterior applications. When switched off, the light source disappears, creating the effect of “light appearing out of nowhere” when switched on. This demonstrator will be presented at SIA VISION 2024 in Paris, France, from October 16 to 17. (From a press release dated September 23, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/24

Vitesco unveils new Rotor Lock Actuator for EVs at SIA POWERTRAIN in Lille, France Vitesco Technologies Group AG (Vitesco) presented the new Rotor Lock Actuator for EVs to the public for the first time at the SIA POWERTRAIN trade fair in Lille, France, from June 19 to 20, 2024.   It combines a park lock, rotor position sensing, and the brush system for externally excited synchronous machines (EESM) in one module. This reduces complexity, packagi...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/20

EV in Subaru’s lineup. Regarding HEV models, the next-generation hybrid powertrain with a horizontally opposed engine based on the Toyota Hybrid System (THS), will be installed in the next-generation Forester and the Crosstrek. The new Forester will be produced not only in Japan but also later at SIA in the U.S. In the fall of 2024, production of transaxles, a core component of the next-generation HEV power unit, will begin at the renovated Kit...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/14

e Ministry's support for the private sector's engagement in the transportation and mobility projects. Ecotranzit Solutions signed an agreement with Al Hamad Automobiles in which the company becomes the exclusive agent for its EVs, which carry Qatari intellectual property. It also signed an MoU with SIA ECHO for installing, maintaining, and operating high-speed electric charging units. It also signed agreements with some companies in the Philippin...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/18

bining Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with a revised drivetrain, standard X-MODE, elevated 9.3-inch ground clearance and exclusive body cladding, the 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness will begin arriving in Subaru retailers in fall 2023. The Wilderness will be built at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette, Indiana along with the other two Crosstrek 2.5-liter models, Ascent, Legacy and Outback.The Crosstrek Wilderness is powered by a 2....

News  Updated at: 2023/04/06

Subaru of Indiana Automotive produces its 7 millionth vehicle On February 7, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) announced it has built its 7 millionth vehicle, a white 2023 Subaru Ascent Limited. "Thanks to our dedicated associates, we have continued to produce big numbers in spite of supply chain issues," said Scott Brand, executive vice president.At the time of its groundbreaking on May 14, 1987, the Lafayette plant was a joint venture between ...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/09

safety and in-vehicle technologies. For the 2023 model year, the Legacy will be available in Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring XT trim in the U.S. (Touring, Limited and GT trim levels in Canada) when it arrives at dealerships in the fall.The Legacy is built at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette on the Subaru Global Platform.Its naturally aspired 2.5-liter BOXER engine produces 182 hp and 176 lb-ft of torque, mated to Subaru'...

News  Updated at: 2022/05/19

The ongoing semiconductor shortage is hurting the automotive industry, American workers, and our nation’s competitiveness by the hour," the lawmakers wrote. The lawmakers' push comes as chip manufacturers, including Intel, IBM, Qualcomm, GlobalFoundries and the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) advocacy group, are meeting virtually with the offices of more than 100 lawmakers to push for investments in the industry. "Leaders in Washington...

News  Updated at: 2021/10/26

Yokohama Rubber U.S. tire distributor receives Subaru Supplier Award for third consecutive year The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (Yokohama Rubber) announced that Yokohama Tire Corporation, a tire sales company of Yokohama Rubber in the U.S., has received the Superior Excellent Performance Award from Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA), a U.S. subsidiary of Subaru Corporation. The award is given to suppliers that have received the Excellent Performanc...

News  Updated at: 2020/08/19

Subaru breaks ground on USD 158 million plant expansion in Lafayette, Indiana On July 22, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) broke ground on a USD 158 million expansion of its plant in Lafayette, Indiana. SIA had announced plans in February 2020 to expand its 820-acre campus by constructing a new service parts facility and adding a transmission assembly shop to its 4.7 million-square-foot plant. To support its growth, Subaru plans to create up t...

News  Updated at: 2020/07/25

Subaru extends plant shutdown in Lafayette, Indiana through April 6 over coronavirus crisis On March 25, Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette announced it is extending its temporary suspension of production through April 6. Subaru said the action is the result of Governor Eric Holcomb’s stay-at-home order to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).SIA originally announced its plans on March 19 to halt production through March 29...

News  Updated at: 2020/03/27

Subaru plant in Lafayette, Indiana closing for week after two coronavirus shutdowns On March 19, one day after Subaru of Indiana (SIA) had to temporarily halt production because an employee had contact with someone with coronavirus, the Lafayette plant announced it will stop production for one week, starting March 23 until March 29.“To further ensure the health and safety of associates and to adjust volume for market demand as a result of COVID...

News  Updated at: 2020/03/20

Subaru investing USD 158 million for transmission assembly, parts facility in Lafayette, Indiana On February 26, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) announced plans to invest USD 158 million to add a transmission assembly shop and a new service parts facility at its 820-acre Lafayette, Indiana manufacturing operations and create up to 350 new jobs by the end of 2023.SIA, which is Subaru’s only U.S. assembly plant, employs more than 6,000 associ...

News  Updated at: 2020/02/27

Subaru of Indiana Automotive opens new USD 4.2 million Technical Training Center in Lafayette On December 13, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) celebrated the grand opening of the company’s new Technical Training Center in Lafayette, Indiana.The USD 4.2 million, 20,000-square-foot facility on the company’s campus is twice the size of the previous technical training center that was built more than 30 years ago.The new Technical Training Cente...

News  Updated at: 2019/12/17

Subaru begins production of all-new 2020 Legacy, Outback models in Lafayette, Indiana On July 29, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) began official production of the all-new 2020 Legacy sedan and the all-new 2020 Outback SUV.The seventh-generation Legacy was first introduced at the Chicago Auto Show in February, while the sixth-generation Outback debuted at the New York International Auto Show in April.Built on the Subaru Global Platform, both mo...

News  Updated at: 2019/07/31

Subaru of Indiana Automotive produces 4 millionth Subaru vehicle in Lafayette On April 22, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) produced its 4 millionth Subaru vehicle, a silver 2019 Subaru Outback.SIA is Subaru’s only manufacturing facility outside of Japan and currently makes the Ascent, Impreza, Legacy and Outback models for North America.Since beginning production in 1989, the Lafayette, Indiana plant has increased its annual output of vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2019/04/26

addle shifters.Standard on all trims is Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology that now includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, which provides steering assist when the vehicle veers outside its lane.The 2020 Outback will be produced at Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc (SIA), Lafayette Plant and will go on sale at U.S. Subaru retailers this fall. Subaru Press Release...

News  Updated at: 2019/04/18

Goodyear recognized by Subaru for excellent performance The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that it was recognized by Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) with the Excellent Performance Award as an exceptional parts and delivery supplier. The award also distinguished Goodyear for its commitment to achieving excellence in collaboration with SIA. Goodyear has been an original equipment supplier to SIA since 2005, supplying OE tires for the S...

News  Updated at: 2018/05/24

Subaru begins Ascent SUV production in Lafayette, Indiana On May 8, Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA) announced the start of production of the new 2019 Ascent, a three-row SUV that will seat up to eight passengers, at its plant in Lafayette, Indiana.The addition of the vehicle to the existing production mix at the plant required USD 140 million in equipment and expansion investments and the addition of approximately 200 employees.SIA now h...

News  Updated at: 2018/05/09