etroit News that the company is open to assembling Chinese vehicles in Canada, if the plans are long term. "We will be open, obviously, to any OEM, where they're looking at a value proposition that makes sense," though Kotagiri said it has to be “really long term”, and not on a one-program, one-customer basis. Canada-based Magna currently assembles vehicles for OEMs on a contract basis at Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria, and has been interested ...

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Rivian R2 customer deliveries begin, orders open for reservation holders On June 9, Rivian announced the first public customer deliveries of the all-new R2 mid-size SUV. Also beginning today, Rivian is extending invitations to order for existing R2 reservation holders on a rolling basis. The first vehicle available to order is R2 Performance with Launch Package starting at USD 57,990, which includes Autonomy+ featuring Universal Hands-Free assist...

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batteries, which allows it to carry more cargo. It can handle up to 24 tonnes of payload, while the eActros 600 Lowliner can carry up to 21 tonnes. Mercedes-Benz Trucks will also present its hydrogen fuel cell drive systems i.e., Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 truck, with 100 NextGenH2 trucks set to enter customer use starting later this year. Updates on diesel technology and safety improvements will also be shared. Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 truck uses li...

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heel plant with 1.2 million units of annual capacity and an aluminium knuckle plant with 1.1-1.2 million units of capacity across two phases. Phase 1 of the knuckle plant will add 600,000 units, with an additional 500,000 units in Phase 2. Trial production at Bhuj is targeted for October 2026, with customer approvals expected by Q4 FY27 (ending March). Post-expansion, the company's total aluminium wheel capacity will reach 6.2 million units, wit...

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pany also plans to introduce at least four new models by 2030, including next-generations of the Astra and Corsa, along with an all-new C-SUV developed with Leapmotor. At the same time, Opel will keep improving its current model portfolio. The current generation of Astra caters for a broad range of customer needs with high-tech solutions such as Intelli-Lux HD headlights and highly efficient powertrain, including electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid,...

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ith accelerated computing infrastructure to train, simulate, validate and deploy AI-based applications across its key businesses. The two companies will collaborate to build an autonomous manufacturing ecosystem in which the entire process, from raw material procurement to production, logistics and customer delivery, is connected in real time through data and AI. Other collaborations with LG companies include: •    LG Energy Solution plans to...

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ry manufacturers recently broaden their product portfolios to include ultra-fast charging, LFP, next-generation cylindrical batteries, and ESS, the competitive landscape of the future global battery market is projected to shift beyond mere EV sales expansion toward regional supply chain resilience, customer diversification, and product mix competitiveness. SNE Research press release Annual Cumulative Global Battery Usage for xEV (Unit: GWh） ...

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dth of approximately two meters. It has been produced at a factory in Indiana since 2018. In 2025, its sales in the United States totaled 44,400 units, a 21.1% decrease compared to the previous year. Subaru stated that its aim in considering the introduction of the Ascent is to meet a wide range of customer needs. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on June 8, 2026)...

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WirelessCar expands operations in India with new office On June 4, WirelessCar opened an office in Bangalore, India. The site will operate as part of WirelessCar’s global organization.  The Bangalore office gives WirelessCar a stronger base in India and supports the company’s continued international expansion. The site will contribute to customer deliveries across markets, serving both existing customers and new opportunities.  WirelessCar ...

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s the start of production for Hero MotoCorp shock absorbers in Q2 FY 2027 (ending September), with additional businesses under negotiation with the two-wheeler maker. Its frequency-selective damping shock absorber is under development with Tata Motors, with discussions ongoing with one to two other customers. Gabriel has also received letters of intent (LOI) from two two-wheeler OEMs for semi-active suspension, with development underway, and a pr...

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as steering, braking, powertrain and damping at overall vehicle level. The demonstrator aims to show how this system can help reduce integration effort, improve platform scalability, and enable brand-specific vehicle dynamics for software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Feedback gathered from the planned customer demonstrations will be incorporated into the evaluation of next development steps. The project targets vehicles with centralized, software-or...

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, and other heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The company now has EPS production orders for commercial vehicles and buses in Europe and Asia. EPS reduces vehicles’ energy and fuel consumption. It enables energy savings of up to 90% compared to conventional steering systems. It can be adapted to the customer’s specific installation space. The EPS’s Smart Safety concept eliminates the need for a redundant power supply. Thanks to its hydraulic o...

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or localized final assembly in India. Varroc will leverage these capabilities to drive integration, validation, and manufacturing of advanced display solutions tailored to diverse vehicle applications. The partnership will provide exclusive industrialization of display modules in India for selected customer programs. Based on Varroc Engineering Limited press release...

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UKBIC, UK installs new cell assembly line to expand cylindrical battery manufacturing On June 1, UK Battery Industrialisation Centre (UKBIC) started installation of a new state-of-the-art cell assembly line at its facility in Coventry, UK, as part of the continued expansion of its Flexible Pilot Line (FPL). The new equipment will enable customers to produce tabbed and tabless 21700 and 4695 cylindrical cells. Separately, a new pouch cell assembl...

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SAIC Motor exceeds 100 million vehicles in cumulative production and sales On May 28, SAIC Motor held the "Delivery Celebration of 100 Million Customers" in Shanghai, becoming the first Chinese automotive group to surpass 100 million vehicles in cumulative production and sales. The 100 millionth vehicle delivered, the IM LS9 Hyper, is equipped with full steer-by-wire four-wheel steering, a 520-line ultra-long-range LiDAR paired with an NVIDIA Tho...

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t Polestar Space will open in Tallinn in June, followed by locations in Riga and Vilnius during the second half of the year. Europe remains the company’s largest market, accounting for 78% of global sales in the first quarter of 2026. The Baltic region offers growing charging infrastructure, with customers gaining access to more than 2,800 charging points through Polestar Charge. The move is part of Polestar’s plan to expand its global retail...

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us. Toyota models accounted for 5,653 units, comprising 1,490 domestically assembled (CKD) vehicles and 4,163 imported units. Cumulative sales for 2026 reached 28,916 units, up around 25% YoY. HEV sales continued to grow strongly, reaching 999 units in May, an increase of 70% YoY, reflecting rising customer demand amid higher fuel prices. The Toyota Yaris Cross led TMV’s sales with 1,430 units, followed by the Veloz Cross with 797 units. The Co...

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Mitsui Kinzoku to commercialize newly developed solid electrolyte from 2027 to 2028 Mitsui Kinzoku Co., Ltd. (Mitsui Kinzoku) has announced it will supply a solid-state electrolyte, "A-SOLiD," to a major customer, that will commercialize all-solid-state batteries in 2027-2028. The customer is believed to be Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota). The solid-state electrolyte, which was selected for use, features high ionic conductivity and electrochemi...

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Tenneco Clean Air India updates about new order wins On May 30, Tenneco Clean Air India announced that it secured a Clean Air aftertreatment program with a European commercial vehicle OEM, tailored to customer-specific cost and performance requirements. It also achieved an entry into the bearings business with a Japanese passenger vehicle OEM in India. A new engine platform in Clean Air was won at an Indian CV OEM. Additionally, the company compl...

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other automotive parts to Hyundai Motor India. Hyundai stated that the incident will result in a temporary production disruption. Hyundai is exploring alternative sourcing and supply continuity measures. Hyundai added that sufficient vehicle inventory exists in its dealer network to meet near-term customer demand. Based on the Hyundai Motor India Limited stock exchange notification...

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