Japan Fair Trade Commission issues recommendations to Yazaki Parts in violation of subcontract act On March 30, Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) announced that Yazaki Parts Co., Ltd. (Yazaki Parts, Minato Ward, Tokyo), a manufacturer of wire harnesses and related parts, had violated the "Act Against Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds, etc. to Subcontractors" (currently revised to “Act Against Delay in Payment of Fees, etc. to Small and ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

tele-operated driving. For these kinds of applications, edge computing becomes important. Looking ahead toward 2030, we expect edge computing to play a much bigger role. Q4. What message would you send to OEMs preparing for next generation connected vehicles? A4. My main message to OEMs is: don’t delay your move to 5G and 5G Advanced. Start integrating these technologies now. Some manufacturers—especially the high volume ones—tend to adopt ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

for loading or cargo handling free of charge. The FTC plans to reflect these changes in antitrust and other laws by the spring of 2027. In the manufacturing industry, transactions among large companies and transactions between small and medium sized enterprises are not subject to the “Act Against Delay in Payment of Fees, etc. to Small and Medium-sized Entrusted Business Operators in Manufacturing and Other Specified Fields”. In the revision ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

ns. The spokesperson described the move to consolidate most operations into its Irvine headquarters as a “strategic pivot” designed to optimize long-term cost structures.  Supernal’s flagship S-A2, a four-passenger vehicle originally slated for 2028 certification, now faces an almost certain delay. Reports indicate aircraft development has been paused entirely as leadership reassesses the company’s path forward. (multiple sources on Febr...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/07

Trump administration tries, but loses effort to delay tariff refund litigation On March 2, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit rejected the Trump administration’s request to delay the fight over refunds of IEEPA tariffs for importers, in steps to reopen the legal proceedings and send the case back to the U.S. Court of International Trade. The court denied the government’s request from February 27 to maintain a pause for as long ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/03

Endurance Technologies, India, updates about delay in start of production of Auric plant On February 13, Endurance Technologies Limited updated that the start of production at its new AURIC plant for a key UK‑based OEM has been pushed back by around two quarters, from the current quarter to Q2 FY 2027 (ending September), while a US‑based OEM programme at the same facility remains on track to start by the end of Q1. Management added that the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/20

VW reported to delay Scout Motors launch until 2028 On February 18, German media reported that the Volkswagen Group will delay the launch of Scout Motors vehicles in the U.S. from 2027 to at least 2028, due to a combination of technical issues and existing financial obligations, citing people familiar with the matter. In response, a Scout spokesperson, on a forum established by the company, did not admit or deny a delay, but noted how far they ha...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/20

Mazda starts production of new CX-5 after six weeks of delay Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced on February 10 that started the production of its new CX-5 SUV at its head office Ujina Plant (Minami Ward, Hiroshima City) in mid-December, after a six-week delay from its initial plan. The delay was due to quality assurance associated with the renewal of its electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture, which forms the foundation of software. The ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

ll likely face greater challenges. We see several strategies that these OEMs could pursue to mitigate the impact of tariffs: 1. Inventory Planning and Cost Absorption: The tariff increase was initially proposed in September, but as China attempted to negotiate with Mexico, the official approval was delayed until the end of 2025. This delay likely provided some OEMs with enough time to expedite imports and build a healthy inventory to support sale...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

(ECJ). The European Parliament will continue its examination of the texts while awaiting the opinion of the EU Court. Only then will Parliament be able to vote to grant consent (or not) to the Agreement. The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) stated that it could now significantly delay the entry into force of the agreement, possibly even by years. There is a real risk that the Mercosur states will lose patience with the EU in t...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

Mazda to delay launch of in-house developed EV to 2029 or later It has been revealed that Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) will delay the launch of an electric vehicle (EV) model based on its dedicated platform from 2027 to 2029 or later. Mazda informed its suppliers of its plan by January 16. As sales of EVs have been sluggish globally, particularly in the U.S., its main market, Mazda intends to position hybrid vehicles (HVs), for which demand is...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/19

nts developing sites in the EU.  This is not an exhaustive list of the changes, and the ensuing negotiations will not be complete until well into the New Year. Refinements, objections, and clarifications will no doubt shape the final outcome that passes into law, presumably at some point in 2026. Delay beyond this time could impose severe costs on the industry, as models and powertrains to be sold in 2030 are already well into the development s...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14

attery manufacturing subsidiary of SK Innovation Co., Ltd., will postpone its capital investment in its No.3 Seosan Plant, which is under construction in Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The company initially advanced the factory construction for the mass-production launch in 2026. However, due to the delay, its full-scale operational launch will be postponed to around 2027. The company explained that the timing of the launch will be determined base...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

Malaysia confirms another delay for CKD vehicle OMV excise duty revision (mid-2026) Reported on December 26, 2025, Malaysia’s Finance Ministry revealed that the scheduled January 2026 implementation of the open market value (OMV) excise duty revision (PU(A) 402/2019, which sets excise values for locally produced goods) has been postponed again. The new start date is now June 30, 2026, according to a letter sent to the Malaysian Automotive Assoc...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/29

ACEA raises concern on EU-Mercosur ratification delay On December 18, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) raised concerns over the European Council's delay in voting on the ratification of the EU-Mercosur Agreement. The Mercosur deal would contribute to a significant increase in vehicle exports to the region, due to the removal of tariffs of up to 35% and by addressing technical trade barriers. Additionally, it would provi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Olectra Greentech, India penalized over delay in completing Seetharampur EV plant On December 18, 2025, Olectra Greentech Limited reported a delay in completing the full factory construction of its Greenfield EV Manufacturing Facility at the Industrial Park, Seetharampur, Hyderabad, Telangana, following which Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (TSIIC) levied a penalty of about INR 25.8 million for the period from November 12,...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

investment strategies, according to Deloitte’s latest analysis. Alberto Torrijos, Automotive Sector Lead Partner at Deloitte LatAm, explained that uncertainty surrounding global economic conditions, stricter regulations, and the upcoming review of the USMCA have led manufacturers and suppliers to delay major decisions and adopt a conservative approach to spending. Torrijos highlighted that while the industry remains aligned with Mexico’s Mini...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

Japan’s SMEA and FTC to strengthen automotive industry monitoring for compliance with new SME transaction optimization act Japan’s Small and Medium Enterprise Agency (SMEA) and Fair Trade Commission (FTC) announced on December 8 that they will strengthen monitoring in the automotive industry, as violations of the Act against the Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds, Etc. to Subcontractors are frequently occurring, such as automobile manuf...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

y complexity and cost, for example in relation to the On-Board Mass Monitoring (OBMM) and Smart Tachograph requirements, are counterproductive and must be avoided. A swift transposition timeline of not more than 18 months will also be key so that operators can benefit from the updated rules without delay.  Based on ACEA press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

Japan Fair Trade Commission to issue advisory instructions to Suzuki subsidiary According to the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC), SNIC Co., Ltd. (SNIC), a Suzuki Group parts supplier based in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, was in violation of the Act against Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds, Etc. to Subcontractors (Subcontract Act), and the JFTC has finalized plans to issue advisory instructions to SNIC next week to prevent a recurre...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03