, such as electric scooters, targeting first- and last-mile connectivity as cities seek sustainable transport options.​ Under the MoU, HIVE will handle business development, client engagement, prototyping, and manufacturing enablement. At the same time, KPIT will lead solution design, engineering delivery, program management, detailed design, and software and systems integration for Light EV platforms. Based on KPIT Technologies' press releas...

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billion) will be raised through external borrowing. The equity will be held 50% by Hyundai Steel, 15% by Hyundai Motor, and 15% by Kia Motor.  The mill will adopt a method of directly linking a direct reduction plant (CRP) to an electric arc furnace to feed the materials. This improves energy and delivery efficiencies, enabling a higher reduced-iron input ratio and the production of high-value steel products, including automotive steel sheets. ...

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Rica, as part of its strategy to expand in Central America. The partnership is supported by investments in infrastructure, technical training, inventory, and the strengthening of a national service network to support commercial vehicle operations across the country. Grupo Purdy will offer VWCO’s Delivery, Constellation, and Meteor truck families, as well as the 17.260 urban bus model, targeting logistics operators, public transport providers, ...

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erpins the advanced features that define modern driving. WLAN technology is a key enabler of the connected car experience.  For drivers and passengers, it supports high-speed in-car Wi-Fi, seamless streaming and app updates, and wireless map or software downloads. For automakers, WLAN supports the delivery of over-the-air updates, subscription-based infotainment services, and data uploads.  Based on Nokia press release...

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ngside the Polestar 2, and the Polestar 3 SUV (manufactured in Ridgeville, South Carolina). “Polestar 4 plays a pivotal role in our brand’s lineup alongside the built-in-the-U.S. Polestar 3, this now gives Polestar two unique SUV offerings now available to North American customers for immediate delivery,” said Rick Bryant, Head of Polestar North America. Imported from Korea, where it is produced at Renault’s Busan plant, the first Polesta...

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with a timeline that anticipates completion of the transactions by the end of January 2026, subject to Bankruptcy Court approval. During the chapter 11 cases, Luminar expects to continue operating its business and working closely with its suppliers and partners to minimize disruptions and maintain delivery of its LiDAR hardware and software. Luminar has filed a number of motions to enable the company to continue payment of employee wages and ben...

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ustrial Park in Hue. Also included are KIMLONG 99 12m seating and sleeper buses powered by the fuel-efficient YUCHAI K11 engine, as well as 7.8m Euro 5 buses for dense urban routes. All buses will be produced at Kim Long Motor’s automated Hue facility, with KIJSETTHI Mobility citing confidence in delivery capability and the partnership’s role in advancing sustainable mobility in Thailand and Southeast Asia. (From Kim Long Motor Vietnam press ...

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GM CAMI workers to get 6-month pay as future of plant is discussed On December 4, Unifor Local 88 members at the GM CAMI plant in Ingersoll, Ontario were notified that the union had reached an agreement with GM to provide the temporary income support by early 2026. GM officially ended production of the BrightDrop delivery vans at CAMI in October, confirming that the lineup would not be moved to another factory and prompting ongoing negotiations ...

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Peterbilt introduces new electric medium-duty Models 536EV, 537EV, 548EV On December 9, Peterbilt announced the expansion of its EV lineup with all-new medium duty models, including Models 536EV, 537EV and 548EV. The all-new Models 536EV and 537EV are engineered for regional delivery as well as service and utility trucks, while the new Class 8 Model 548EV supports 4x2 tractors and vocational configurations. They feature a distinctive exterior loo...

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Cell Impact, Sweden partners with Asian automaker for flow plate forming tool On December 9, Cell Impact announced that it had signed an agreement with an Asian automotive manufacturer for the production and delivery of a forming tool used in manufacturing flow plates. The order is valued at SEK 1.5 million, with delivery expected in Q1 2026. Cell Impact AB is a global supplier of advanced flow plates to fuel cell and electrolyzer manufacturers. ...

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res its commitment to integrating GaN technology into mass-production EV platforms. The new capital will accelerate VisIC's roadmap, including the release of Gen3 750V GaN dice and power modules, development of Gen4 1350V GaN technology, stabilization of the supply chain, and ramp-up of GaN product delivery for EV traction inverters, and expansion into emerging 800V data center power requirements, leveraging the same advanced GaN platform. Based ...

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l separate components or incur additional development costs. The eRE+ used for the D19 has a generator output of 90 kW and a peak drive output of 200 kW. With ZF eRE+ technology, the SUV achieves a total range of more than 1,000 kilometers. The combustion engine used is not included in the scope of delivery from ZF. Based on ZF press release...

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Kinetic Engineering, India updates about its expansion plans In an investor update, Kinetic Engineering Limited (KEL) outlined plans to expand into global markets by 2027, with a roadmap that includes launching electric scooters and motorcycles, as well as delivery-focused two-wheelers. The company intends to develop motors, controllers, and battery packs in-house, retaining the associated intellectual property, and to build strategic alliances t...

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mmunity Reference) project, in which LG participated with BMW and Mercedes-Benz. This project aims to advance commonization and standardization of automotive software in the non-differentiating areas, which account for 70% of all automotive software, to eliminate duplication in development, shorten delivery timelines, and enhance safety.  Moreover, the participants exchanged ideas about the Pullpiri, a project led by LG Electronics. The Pullpiri...

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e subsystems and reducing development time and costs. In the thermal domain, the system controls heating and cooling processes via software algorithms that reduce energy losses and promote reuse of excess thermal energy. For the electric/hybrid propulsion, it continuously monitors and adjusts power delivery to improve battery efficiency and vehicle performance. In the electronics domain, it facilitates communication between all components and sys...

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h and is on the way to its manufacturing facility in Hanford, California for final assembly.  This marks a major milestone as the Super One moves towards the first pre-production vehicle off the line in Hanford targeted for the end of 2025, and follows the first international FX Super One customer delivery in the UAE on November 27, signifying the commencement of product deliveries there. Faraday Future has invested approximately USD 300 million...

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JSV, Neolix to jointly deploy 2,000 driverless delivery vehicles On December 2, Jiangling Motors Corporation Group (JMC Group) exhibited a driverless patrol vehicle at a technology day event. Built by Jiangling Motors Group Specialty Vehicles Co., Ltd. (JSV) on a Neolix platform for driverless vehicles, the JMC driverless patrol vehicle boasts Level 4 autonomous driving features and integrates technologies such as high-precision maps, multi-senso...

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CATL commissions six Choco-SEB battery swapping stations, delivers first 300 Hongqi E-QM5 battery-swappable taxis in Fuzhou Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) held a ceremony for the commissioning of six Choco-SEB (Swapping Electric Block) battery swapping stations and the delivery of the first 300 Hongqi E-QM5 battery-swappable taxis in Cangshan, Fuzhou. The 300 Hongqi E-QM5 taxis, Fuzhou’s first operational battery-swappable tax...

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026. Work to convert the building into an innovation campus will also start then. The first joint research projects with TU Dresden will begin in mid-2026, with full operations planned for 2027. Eventually, the university will use nearly half of the building. The factory will continue to serve as a delivery, research, and visitor center. The new InnoXcampus concept will showcase future technologies in automotive engineering, robotics, and AI. Vol...

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Ebusco, Netherlands secures EUR 5.1 million loan to support bus deliveries On December 3, Ebusco announced that it has secured a EUR 5.1 million working capital bridge loan to support the continued delivery of its buses. The loan has been secured from CVI Investments Inc., De Engh B.V., Peter Bijvelds Holding Erp B.V., and N-Works B.V., the holding company of interim CFO Roel Nagelmaeker. All four lenders are also shareholders in Ebusco. The loan...

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