METI unveils policy for establishing supply chain security evaluation system, aiming for system launch by end of FY2026 The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Cabinet Secretariat's National Cybersecurity Office of Japan have announced a policy to evaluate the status of efforts to strengthen security across the supply chain. It assumes that, in a transaction agreement between two firms, the ordering side will present the approp...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Japanese government to revise evaluation criteria for CEV Introduction Promotion Subsidy effective April 1 It was learned on March 27 that the Japanese government will revise the evaluation criteria for the "Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) Introduction Promotion Subsidy" effective April 1. Efforts toward economic security will be given more weight than before. Amid concerns over a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) investment, the revisions aim to enco...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

an Energy Vehicle (CEV) Introduction Promotion Subsidy” will be revised from April 1. The standards will include improved evaluation items relating to the stability of supply, and additional evaluation items such as efforts for the stable supply of automotive batteries approved under the Economic Security Promotion Act, and the Japan-U.S. framework for stable supply of rare material. For stable supply, automakers that have been certified with t...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

liance on global oil and gas markets. Transitioning to alternative technologies, such as battery-electric or hydrogen-cell HGVs, can mitigate impacts, and if fuel prices stay high, they could affect total ownership costs. The UK needs to insulate itself from shocks like this and increase its energy security. Gas-fired generation still dictates wholesale electricity prices over 80%. For electrified fleets to be truly cost-effective and stable, dom...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

its group companies, and customers, such as their name, email address, and user IDs. The company confirmed that general customer information is not stored in the system and is not affected. Mazda’s investigation with an external expert organization revealed that the warehouse operation system’s security vulnerability was exploited. While no secondary damage has been confirmed, Mazda urged vigilance against phishing and spam emails. To prevent...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Toyota Tsusho to participate in JOGMEC’s rare earth development project in Namibia Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho) announced that it will participate in a rare earth exploration project being promoted by Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) in Namibia, Africa. As a joint development partner, Toyota Tsusho will assume a portion of the option rights held by JOGMEC and will conduct a commercialization feasibility st...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

monstration test will end in March 2026, after which Honda will proceed with verifying economic efficiency and business feasibility. On other hand, due to concerns over the disruption of fossil fuel supply stemming from instability in the Middle East, the advantages of hydrogen as a means of energy security may attract renewed attention. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on March 18, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

s supported by NVIDIA, Google Cloud, and Deloitte to improve design, engineering, production, and operations. kAIros is part of the company’s plan to increase advanced manufacturing in Europe using AI. By combining supercomputing and cloud technology, Horse Powertrain aims to improve performance, security, and scalability while supporting long-term innovation. At the center of kAIros is the AI Factory, which supports tasks such as model trainin...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

SOLLERS, Russia to launch passive safety components production facility in Russia On March 13, SOLLERS Group announced that it is preparing to launch a new production facility at the UAZ industrial site to produce steering wheels, airbags, seatbelts, and electronic control units, which will be manufactured by Components of Security Systems LLC, a subsidiary of SOLLERS PJSC. The project will introduce new technologies in Russia, including casting ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

hic zones can be set to monitor vehicle movement. If unusual activity is detected and theft is confirmed, recovery procedures start immediately. Customers can track their vehicles through the IVECO ON portal or the Easy Daily App, while also receiving professional support during emergencies. A 24/7 Security Center, operated with Targa Telematics, plays a key role. When an alert is verified, the center quickly works with authorities, tracks the ve...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

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 Nexperia China’s systems outside Nexperia Netherlands governance, compliance, and security framework.  Based on Nexperia B.V. press release...

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recent escalation in the Middle East. It is closely monitoring developments and remains in constant contact with its suppliers and partners. Rohm stated that it operates a strong and resilient network in all regions across the globe. Based on its current assessment, it does not see any risks to the security of supply. It is in close contact with customers and remains fully operational in all markets. Rohm GmbH is a German chemicals company and se...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

otracted crisis on regional truck markets is a complex task. A point worth noting is that Asia is the primary destination of oil and LNG transported through the Strait of Hormuz, with China, India, Japan and South Korea being the most exposed to potential supply disruption – concerns about energy security were reflected in stock market turmoil in Asia at the time of writing, whilst European and US stocks appeared to steady after intense volatil...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

ed on “system-to-silicon,” which optimally integrates chips required by each industry, such as automobiles and robots, into systems. The government has identified a total of 61 products and technologies that require priority support across 17 strategic fields, based on criteria such as economic security, the possibility of capturing overseas markets, and innovation. Among these, it has presented preliminary roadmaps for 27 products and techno...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Deloitte India launches ConnectSafe cyber facility for connected infrastructure On March 10, 2026, Deloitte India unveiled ConnectSafe, a 4,500 sq ft cyber‑security facility that provides a live environment to simulate cyber‑threat scenarios across automotive, MedTech, industrial, and consumer ecosystems, allowing organisations to test and validate security controls without disrupting live operations.​ The facility is focused on risks from ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

eement (USMCA). The two ministers instructed negotiators to begin a scoping discussion on the necessary measures to ensure the benefits of the USMCA go primarily to the countries, including by reducing dependence on imports from outside of North America, strengthening rules of origin, and enhancing security of the overall North American supply chains. U.S. and Mexican ministers expect negotiators to hold the first meeting the week of March 16 in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

will present its latest system-level capabilities and its role as a long-term solution partner for global leaders.  GigaDevice is a leading force in automotive memory. It is expanding its automotive MCU portfolio, highlighted by the second-generation GD32A7 series. This MCU reached ISO26262 ASIL B security level and meets the information security standard of Evita Full+SM2/3/4. It is suitable for motor control and domain-based vehicle architectu...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

GigaDevice, Singapore, joins SOAFEE SIG On March 3, SOAFEE (Scalable Open Architecture for Embedded Edge) announced that GigaDevice Semiconductor Inc., a global leading fabless supplier, joined the SOAFEE SIG (Special Interest Group). GigaDevice will bring advanced semiconductor experience to SOAFEE and propose an understanding of cyber security and functional safety for the SOAFEE framework. GigaDevice also hopes to work together with many indus...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Infineon launches TEGRION SLI22 automotive security controller with post-quantum cryptography On March 3, Infineon Technologies AG presented the 28nm TEGRION SLI22, the latest innovation in automotive security controllers, designed to protect the future of connected systems. It can be deployed across a wide range of security-critical applications, including eSIM, V2X, and car access. With its Common Criteria (CC) certification at the German Feder...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

on risk for its agreement, announced on February 10, 2026, to supply 70,000 vehicles (35,000 Yodha pick-ups and 35,000 Ultra T.7 trucks) via subsidiary PT Tata Motors Distribusi Indonesia to Agrinas Pangan Nusantara. Tata Motors updates that the Indonesian order, under national cooperative and food-security initiatives, remains “programme-driven”, with advances received and phased deliveries planned as committed.  Based on the Mahindra and M...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/03