els from 5% to 95%, an altitude of up to 5,200m, and various environmental conditions such as rain and snow. At the ceremony, CAERI (Zhejiang) Automotive Technology Co., Ltd. signed strategic agreements with international institutions including the IDIADA and the UTAC, and established an evaluation alliance for joint laboratories for safety wind tunnels. Moreover, a joint personnel training site for all-domain automotive safety and wind tunnel te...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Huawei-backed HIMA launches Luxeed V9 range-extended electric MPV On May 15, the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) launched the Luxeed V9 range-extended electric MPV. The model is available in one RWD and three 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 389,800 to CNY 519,800. The Luxeed V9 measures 5,359mm long, 2,009mm wide, and 1,879mm or 1,859mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,250mm. The Luxeed V9 features a 1.5T four-cylinder range ex...

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China’s installed drive battery capacity increases by 15.2% y/y in April On May 11, the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance (CAPBIIA) released monthly drive battery data for April 2026. In April, China’s total installed drive battery capacity was 62.4GWh, registering a year-over-year (y/y) increase of 15.2%. Specifically, the capacity of ternary batteries for vehicle equipment totaled 11.5GWh, accounting for 18.5% of t...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

6 Beijing Auto Show stands as a vivid barometer of reshaping power dynamics in the global automotive industry, with exhibition space allocation directly reflecting the shift of industrial discourse power.  As the undisputed flagship exhibitor, Huawei—encompassing the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, Qiankun Intelligent Automotive Technology and all partner brand booths—commands a total exhibition area of over 4,400 square meters, surpa...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Current status of EV charging infrastructure in China (Mar. 2026) On April 27, the China Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Promotion Alliance (EVCIPA) announced the March 2026 operational status of domestic EV charging and battery swapping facilities. The data was based on reports from more than 2,000 EVCIPA members. Overall operational status of domestic charging facilities: As of March 2026, domestic EV charging facilities totaled 21.481...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Mitsubishi Electric and Foxconn considering alliance for joint operation of automotive equipment business Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Mitsubishi Electric) announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. (Foxconn) to explore the formation of a strategic alliance to jointly operate their respective automotive equipment businesses. Building on their existing relationship, the two compan...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/01

wer semiconductor business. The arrangement is expected to take the form of a joint venture. On the same day, Denso announced that it had withdrawn its acquisition offer for Rohm, but Uruma stated, “I am not in a position to comment.” Regarding the possibility of Denso joining the three-company alliance, he said, "First, the three companies need to come together and operate properly. After that, if there is a company that wants to join, we wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

Zelostech expands SingPost alliance to advance driverless logistics in Singapore Announced on April 24, 2026, Zelostech broadened its collaboration with Singapore Post (SingPost) through an expanded MOU aimed at supporting driverless autonomous logistics deployment on Singapore’s public roads. Building on earlier operational trials, the partnership is intended to accelerate commercial adoption while reinforcing Singapore’s role in developing ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

Daimler Truck presents electric garbage truck concept made of recycled materials in Europe On April 28, Daimler Truck announced the presentation of the reECONIC concept vehicle, a battery-electric waste collection truck developed under a sustainability alliance of 33 partners led by Mercedes-Benz Trucks, FAUN Umwelttechnik and TSR Group. The vehicle is based on the Mercedes-Benz eEconic and will make its world premiere at IFAT in Munich on May 4,...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

South Korea’s Battery Solutions and BYD Korea partner in EV battery recycling Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s Battery Solution Co. will form a business alliance with BYD Korea, a subsidiary of China-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD, to recycle used EV batteries and enter the LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery recycling business on a full scale. Under the deal, Battery Solutions will handle the full...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

China’s installed drive battery capacity decreases by 0.1% y/y in March On April 10, the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance (CAPBIIA) released monthly drive battery data for March 2026. In March, China’s total installed drive battery capacity was 56.5GWh, registering a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 0.1%. Specifically, the capacity of ternary batteries for vehicle equipment totaled 10.7GWh, accounting for 19.0% of t...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

a period of uncertainty and transition for the global auto sector, while examining the forces that are reshaping the industry.  Moderated by KC Crain, publisher of Automotive News, the panel includes José Muñoz, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, John Bozzella, president and CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, and Mike Stanton, president and CEO of the National Automobile Dealers Association. Taking place on April 1, from ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

ANFAC, Spain, joins European Alliance for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles On March 25, ANFAC, the Spanish Association of Automobile and Truck Manufacturers, joined the European Alliance for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (ECAVA), an industry forum for discussion and advice promoted by the European Commission. ECAVA brings together the entire value chain of the automotive sector, technology companies, start-ups, and research centers around th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Current status of EV charging infrastructure in China (Feb. 2026) On March 21, the China Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Promotion Alliance (EVCIPA) announced the February 2026 operational status of domestic EV charging and battery swapping facilities. The data was based on reports from more than 2,000 EVCIPA members. Overall operational status of domestic charging facilities: As of February 2026, domestic EV charging facilities totaled ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

could cease operating as a direct subsidiary of its Japanese headquarters and transfer its commercial operations to local groups, as part of the company’s global restructuring strategy. According to industry sources, advanced negotiations are underway with Grupo Simpa, which may form a strategic alliance with Grupo Tagle, both active in Argentina’s automotive and motorcycle sectors. The potential transition would reportedly take place betwee...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

China’s installed drive battery capacity decreases by 24.6% y/y in February On March 12, the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance (CAPBIIA) released monthly drive battery data for February 2026. In February, China’s total installed drive battery capacity was 26.3GWh, registering a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 24.6%. Specifically, the capacity of ternary batteries for vehicle equipment totaled 5.7GWh, accounting for ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

Usage-based and plug-and-charge systems becoming widespread for EV chargers in Japan For electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Japan, “usage-based charging” systems that charge by power usage, and “plug-and-charge” systems have been increasingly adopted. The Premium Charging Alliance (PCA) led by Volkswagen Group switched its charging fees from a time based system to a usage based system in March 2026. PLUGO inc. (Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo), whic...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

ay factory in the U.S. This initiative is part of a USD 550 billion (approx. JPY 85 trillion) investment and financing package that Japan has proposed to the U.S. under a bilateral economic cooperation framework. In February 2025, JDI announced its intention to enter into a capital and business alliance with OLEDWorks LLC (OLEDWorks, New York), a U.S. organic EL (electroluminescence) display manufacturer. The two companies, based on this alli...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems Test Center and ALEE partner on durability testing thyssenkrupp AG (thyssenkrupp) announced that the thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems Test Center in Essen has entered into a strategic partnership with Alliance des laboratoires d’essai européenne GmbH (ALEE), a Technical Service designated by the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) for vehicle and component testing and type approval. The collaboration a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

and raise vehicle prices. Economic uncertainty in major markets such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Oman may also weaken demand. The Middle East was Thailand’s third-largest vehicle export market in 2025 after Asia and Australia.  According to the FTI, tensions involving Iran and the U.S.-Israel alliance add to pressures from global economic uncertainty, tariffs and geopolitical risks. Exports are also affected by stricter environmental regula...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09