ArcelorMittal supplies Usibor 1500 steel for Renault’s new generation BEV models On March 31, ArcelorMittal announced that it is supplying Usibor 1500 XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel for five hot-stamped structural parts used on Renault 5 E-Tech electric, Alpine A290, and Renault 4 E-Tech electric. ArcelorMittal started supplies in September 2025. This steel grade is produced via scrap-based EAF production route with 75% scrap conte...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

at 3,250 rpm and 600 Nm of torque at 1,750 rpm, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission with e-Shifter and a four-wheel-drive system. A Terrain Management System offers seven selectable drive modes, Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Mud & Ruts, Sand, and Rock Crawl, while fuel delivery is managed via a common rail direct injection system. The Ranger Super Duty has a gross vehicle mass (GVM) of 4,500 kg, a gross combination mass (GCM) of 8,000 k...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Hyundai to debut “something big” at New York International Auto Show On March 30, Hyundai announced that it will unveil a major world debut during a press conference on April 1 at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, which will be broadcast to the public via livestream on social media. In a teaser video, Hyundai signaled that “Something big is coming”. Whether this world premiere introduces a next-generation EV or flagship SUV, or p...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

tric motors deliver a combined 190 PS and 325 Nm of torque, powered by a 66.9 kWh battery that offers a maximum range of 331 km (NEDC) and 263 km (WLTP). The model is equipped with Armour Guard battery protection, and smart charging enables the battery to recharge from 20% to 80% in just 60 minutes via DC fast charging (CCS2) at up to 50 kW. (From Isuzu-TIS press release / homepage and Isuzu Motors Thailand press release)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

gkok International Motor Show (BIMS) for the 3rd consecutive year, showcasing its HMS for Car platform, a smart cockpit solution designed to support automakers’ global expansion.  A key feature was a “seamless charging” experience developed with Voltality, allowing drivers to locate chargers via Petal Maps and complete in-car QR code payments. Both companies also signed an MoU to build a localized “vehicle–network–charger–payment...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

have agreed to jointly develop natural graphite anode materials using methane gas. Through this agreement, Posco Future M will combine its anode material technology with Molten's methane-based graphite production technology to strengthen its anode material supply chain. Molten will produce graphite via methane pyrolysis, and Posco Future M will process it into spherical graphite through its subsidiary FutureGraph. Then the South Korean company wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

editation: An immersive experience evoking the serenity of cascading water   •    Forest Meditation: A discovery into a serene natural forest environment Lincoln Rejuvenate is available on select trims of the 2025 and 2026 Navigator and Nautilus models through an over-the-air update delivered via the Google Play Store. (Lincoln release on March 25, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

to half a percentage point versus the baseline. In the Middle East, a further loss of market volume would likely follow. From a global LV market perspective, though, the economic drag elsewhere would be the greater concern. Higher energy prices for longer, coupled with a hit to consumer confidence via negative wealth effects as asset prices plunge, and a general drag on economic growth, would hit vehicle sales. Higher oil and gas prices would al...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

to the assembly line. The process includes assembling electrical components and stacking battery cells using cell-to-pack technology. Once assembled and sealed, each battery goes through final quality tests to ensure safety and performance. The finished batteries are then automatically transported via a 600-metre bridge directly to the CUPRA Raval and VW ID. Polo production lines. Based on SEAT press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ly has appointed Thonburi BlueSky Co., Ltd., under Thonburi Group, as its general distributor to support market rollout and deliveries. A special edition model developed with Thai artist Panyawat Phitaksawang was also showcased. Built on a dedicated EV platform, the model delivers 143 hp and 200 Nm via a rear-wheel-drive setup, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 8.1 seconds. A 42.1 kWh LFP battery provides up to 400 km (NEDC) or 330 km (WLTP) rang...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Einride receives fifth U.S. NHTSA approval to operate autonomous vehicles on public roads On March 24, Einride announced that it had demonstrated its proprietary autonomous freight technology and cab-less electric SAE Level 4, fully autonomous truck in Austin, Texas, on March 19 during an Analyst & Investor Day tied to its planned public listing via a merger with Legato Merger Corp. III. The event highlighted U.S. expansion progress, including re...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Vianode, Norway partners with Ateios Systems, USA for synthetic anode graphite supply On March 19, Vianode, an advanced battery materials company, and Ateios Systems, a US-based battery component supplier, signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the supply of high-performance synthetic anode graphite to support Ateios’ advanced electrode platform, with phased deliveries planned for use in various battery applications across automotive and multiple ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

February, with other regions to follow. Eventually, it will be available in more than 170 countries. The RAV 4 infotainment system features a large, high-definition 12.9 inch display that integrates navigation and temperature control into a single user interface. It includes smartphone connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with wireless connectivity, support for digital radio and Bluetooth audio. The system serves as a hub for over-the-...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

–1.3 million brackets.​ For lower-income households in the lower than INR 0.5 million bracket, the strategy emphasises motorcycles (including future BEV, CNG/CBG and flex-fuel options), while a parallel biogas business is intended to supply cheaper carbon-neutral fuel, support rural livelihoods via household digesters and expand CNG/CBG vehicle sales.  The plan also highlights investments in charging infrastructure for BEVs, exploration of e...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

BYD rejects U.S. claims of tariff circumvention via Thailand facility Reported on March 15, 2026, China’s BYD rejected U.S. accusations that its Rayong facility is being used to circumvent tariffs by routing exports through Thailand. The response comes as the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) investigates global “excess capacity” under Section 301, including concerns over final vehicle assembly shifting to Southeast As...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

completed the share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of Yutaka Autoparts India Private Limited (YAIPL), after fulfilling all conditions precedent. Following this closing, YAIPL has become a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, marking a key step in the wider transaction under which Motherson, via Motherson Global Investments B.V., is also acquiring 81% of Japan’s Yutaka Giken Co., Ltd. and 11% of its subsidiary Shinnichi Kogyo Co., Ltd. B...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

MT) or disc (DCT) brakes. Its equipment highlights include a 10.25‑inch TFT driver display (depending on variant), standard safety kit with 6 airbags, TPMS, ESP and hill-start assist, 10.1‑inch OpenR Link infotainment, DCT with electric parking brake and paddle shifters, connected-car functions via the MYR app, hill descent control, a 360‑degree 3D around‑view camera, 17 ADAS functions, etc. Renault mentioned that the Turbo TCe 160 accoun...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

tonomous driving route for cross-border medical treatment. The opening of the 7km-long Hengqin-Macao Medical Route not only achieves a synergy across domains such as autonomous driving, healthcare, and communities, but also enables residents in Hengqin and Macao to check real-time Robobus locations via a WeChat mini program and reach the hospital in 15 minutes. Based on intensive cooperation with the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in H...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

lay without using a smartphone. Using detailed nationwide road information maintained by Zenrin, the system incorporates data such as building arrival points, intersections, and direction signboards, thereby providing easy-to-follow route guidance. In addition, the map data is automatically updated via the cloud, ensuring navigation is always highly accurate and up to date. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on March 17, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Tata Motors, India bags pan-India orders for over 5,000 buses On March 13, 2026, Tata Motors announced that it had secured cumulative orders for more than 5,000 buses and bus chassis from multiple State Transport Undertakings across India, awarded via competitive e-bidding under the government procurement system. The orders, from agencies including MSRTC, GSRTC, NWKRTC, TGSRTC, BSRTC, RSRTC, KSRTC, Haryana Roadways, and Chandigarh Transport Unde...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13