Porsche enhances all-electric Macan with smarter assistance systems and digital features On August 28, Porsche announced that it is adding new assistance systems and digital features to the all-electric Macan for the new model year, focusing on easier parking, charging, towing, smarter voice control, and other options. The updated Surround View system now includes features such as Transparent bonnet, Trained Parking, and Reversing Assist. Four hi...

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VW Group extends collaboration with AWS on digital production platform for 5 years On August 28, VW Group announced it is gearing up its vehicle production for an AI-powered future. VW and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are extending their collaboration on the Digital Production Platform (DPP) – VW’s “factory cloud” designed to support automotive manufacturing – for another five years. VW uses the DPP to deploy AI and cutting-edge IT systems...

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where the E5 Sportback, Audi’s first production luxury EV model, went into production. With an annual production capacity of 360,000 units, the new site specializes in producing Audi models. Built on the Advanced Digitized Platform, the site boasts core technologies, namely, AI visual detection, digital twin, and laser measurement, and achieves 100% automation of key processes and 100% traceability of data in the stamping, body, painting, and ...

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Autoliv breaks ground on new technology R&D center in Wuhan Autoliv broke ground on a new technology R&D center in Wuhan. With a total floor area of 21,819 square meters, the new center, expected to go into operation in Q3 2026, will house world-leading test equipment and a digital R&D platform, encompassing core functional modules such as an R&D office area, an advanced lab, an efficient warehouse, and a tooling sample room. Going forward, the n...

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) hybrid architecture and a 2.5L turbocharged engine, delivering a combined power as high as 334ps, a peak torque of 460Nm, and, when fully fueled and charged, a range of over 1,000km. The all-new Palisade Hybrid employs dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved displays, a head-up display, and the Blue Link digital key for mobile phone remote vehicle control. The model supports all-scenario intelligent driver assistance features such as HDA (Highway Drivi...

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he BOI said the tariff cut reinforces Thailand’s appeal to global investors and highlights its role as a reliable, high-quality partner in global supply chains. In H1 2025, investment promotion applications surged 139% YoY to THB 1.06 trillion (USD 32.5 billion), driven by strong inflows into the digital and electrical & electronic (E&E) sectors. Foreign direct investment (FDI) accounted for 70% of the total, with 1,369 projects valued at THB 7...

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nters nationwide. Built to tackle Australia’s vast landscapes and unique lifestyle, the IM5 and IM6 combine powerful performance with agile city driving and advanced driver-assistance features. Inside, these models offer premium luxury and comfort, enhanced by cutting-edge innovations such as the Digital Chassis, Intelligent Four-Wheel Steering, One-Touch AI Driving, and Rainy Night Mode. A key highlight is the IM Advanced Driver Assist System ...

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Witzenmann GmbH, Germany unveils new brand identity On July 29, Witzenmann GmbH announced a new brand identity. Considering major challenges such as demographic change, decarbonisation, and digitalisation, Witzenmann has undergone a strategic repositioning in recent years. The new brand identity reflects the four key strategies driving Witzenmann: technological, digital, and cultural transformation, as well as the further strengthening of the com...

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U.S., Indonesia reach framework for trade agreement, tariffs drop to 19% On July 22, the Trump administration announced that the U.S. and Indonesia agreed to a framework for negotiating an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, which will open access to each other’s markets, with key terms including:    •The U.S. will reduce to 19% the reciprocal tariffs on goods originating from Indonesia.   •Indonesia will eliminate approximately 99% of tarif...

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nd reaches a top speed of 124mph. Power comes from a 54kWh lithium-ion battery, and the car weighs under 1.6 tonnes. The model features three drive modes: ‘Sport’ for full power, ‘Normal’ for balanced performance (up to 112mph), and ‘Eco’ for maximum efficiency. Inside, it has a 10-inch digital driver display and a central touchscreen that shows key data such as performance stats, G-forces, acceleration, and battery info—all in a sp...

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collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to develop smart and advanced cockpit solutions for the Indian automotive market. As part of their collaboration, Minda Corporation is designing a next-generation cockpit platform powered by the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies. A key element of the Snapdragon® Digital Chassis Solution, the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform enhances in-car experiences by delivering sophisticated disp...

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stablishment of BMW (Nanjing) Information Technology Co., Ltd. (BMW IT), a wholly-owned subsidiary. The new company is one of BMW Group’s six IT R&D centers in the world, the group’s first and only IT R&D center in China, and its largest IT R&D site in Asia. BMW IT was formerly known as LingYue Digital Information Technology Company Limited Nanjing Branch, a company established in 2021. Such independency will not only optimize resource alloca...

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h. It comes with a six-speed gearbox and slipper clutch for smoother downshifts. Built on a lightweight bassinet frame, the bike features aerodynamic fairing, compact handlebars, a short windshield, 110mm USD front forks, and a mono rear suspension with 46mm travel for enhanced riding dynamics. Its key features include a digital instrument cluster, 12L fuel tank, passenger seat, and dual-channel ABS, etc. Based onthe  Keeway press release...

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Renault unveils new Boreal C-SUV for global markets as part of expansion strategy On July 10, Renault revealed the new Boreal, a C-segment SUV designed for markets outside Europe. It’s part of Renault’s global growth strategy, aiming to strengthen its presence in over 70 countries. The model plays a key role in Renault’s International Game Plan 2024-2027, which includes an investment of EUR 3 billion to launch 8 new models outside Europe—...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen Group to unveil affordable EVs and advance technologies On July 10, Volkswagen Group announced that it will showcase new technologies and several world premieres at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich in September 2025. The theme is “Tech for the People,” focusing on bringing the best vehicles, technologies, and digital services. Before the IAA officially begins, Volkswagen will launch its next-generation affordable elec...

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LC, the electric version has more space. Its wheelbase is 8 cm longer, giving extra legroom and headroom for passengers. The boot holds 570 litres of cargo, and folding the rear seats expands it to 1,740 litres. It also has a front trunk (frunk) that adds 128 litres, which can be opened by touch. A key feature is the 800-volt system that increases efficiency and cuts charging times. It can add around 260 km of range in 10 minutes. The GLC 400 4MA...

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Audi partners with Camunda, Germany for business process automation On July 9, Camunda, a German-based process automation firm, announced its partnership with Audi to improve its central process management by automating key business processes. With Camunda, Audi can now create processes that are faster, more transparent, and easier to track. As the auto industry becomes more complex, Audi needed a scalable digital solution to improve process flow...

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pment facility will focus on green hydrogen technologies and will be established within the Discovery Campus of IIT Madras at Thaiyur, Chennai. The Centre will span 65,000 sq. ft. and house advanced computational and experimental labs to support the development of hydrogen-related technologies. The key activities at the facility will include the creation of digital twins for hydrogen infrastructure, the development of test rigs and fabrication li...

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sler and Alfa Romeo vehicles to follow.  Included at no extra cost and active for 10 years from the date of purchase or lease, Connect One enables essential features, such as over-the-air (OTA) software updates, vehicle health reports, automatic SOS calls, remote lock and unlock via the brand app, digital key for smartphone-based access and engine start, In-vehicle games, EV charging controls and management tools, and basic navigation. Connect W...

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ch. BMW is setting up five battery assembly plants on three continents for its sixth-generation BMW eDrive (Gen6) batteries. These are located in Irlbach-Straßkirchen (Germany), Debrecen (Hungary), Shenyang (China), San Luis Potosi (Mexico), and Woodruff (USA). In the Neue Klasse, the battery is a key structural part of the car. New round battery cells are built directly into the battery pack. The Gen6 battery uses advanced production methods an...

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