Valeo, India inaugurates e-Axle manufacturing line for Mahindra's Born Electric platform On March 30, Valeo inaugurated a new electric powertrain manufacturing line at its Pune plant in Lonikand, producing fully integrated 3-in-1 e-Axles combining the motor, inverter, and reducer for Mahindra's Born Electric vehicle platform. The line features automated U-Pin/Hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-A...

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ChargeZone, India targets 1,000+ DOCO supercharging stations by FY 2027 On March 31, ChargeZone announced plans to deploy over 1,000 Dealer Owned, Company Operated (DOCO) EV supercharging stations across key national highway corridors by FY 2027, backed by an SBI financing partnership under the EV Mitra scheme. Under the DOCO model, landowners, entrepreneurs, and institutions can invest from INR 10 million per station while ChargeZone handles de...

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Stellantis Ukraine announces 2026 product lineup at annual press conference On March 27, Stellantis Ukraine held its annual press conference in Kyiv on March 25, 2026. The company shared its plans for 2026 and discussed the performance and future strategy of its brands: Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Opel, and Jeep. In 2026, Peugeot will expand its lineup in Ukraine i.e., a special Ukrainian version of the Peugeot Landtrek pickup called “FE...

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Schaeffler develops software and E/E architecture for comprehensive vehicle control Schaeffler AG announced that it will present its latest innovations and developments for future mobility at its 13th Automotive Symposium in Buhl (Germany) in June 2026. The solutions will be showcased across 4 clusters: Vehicle Control, Chassis & Body, Powertrain, and Energy Management, covering passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers. The Vehicle C...

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Freudenberg dissolves e-Power Systems business group; retains hydrogen components business Freudenberg SE announced that its Freudenberg e-Power Systems business group was dissolved effective January 1, 2026. The company has discontinued its business in battery cells, modules, and systems, as well as activities related to fuel cell systems. Nevertheless, the hydrogen components business remains and has been integrated into Freudenberg Sealing Tec...

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Antolin Ingenieria receives SEPIDES funding for EUR 2.87 million EV interior components project Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) announced that Grupo Antolin Ingenieria’s EUR 2.87 million investment project has received funding from the State-Owned Industrial Promotion and Business Development Company (SEPIDES E.P.E.). The project is supported by a EUR 710,426 grant and a EUR 286,605 loan. It focuses on the development and optimization of i...

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BIMS 2026: Ford Ranger Super Duty pickup truck launched in Thailand Announced on March 25, 2026, Ford Thailand’s highlight at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show was the locally assembled Ranger Super Duty. The truck pairs heavy-duty proportions with a purpose-built powertrain designed for demanding tasks. Pricing starts at THB 1,599,000.  It is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 engine producing 210 PS (154 kW) at 3,250 rpm a...

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Government of India cuts e-2W incentive under PM E-DRIVE, sets July 2026 deadline for subsidy claims On March 27, 2026, The Ministry of Heavy Industries amended the PM E-DRIVE scheme, halving the incentive for registered electric two-wheelers from INR 5,000 per kWh (capped at INR 10,000 per vehicle) to INR 2,500 per kWh (capped at INR 5,000 per vehicle) effective April 1, 2025, with a terminal date of July 31, 2026 for e-2W (electric two-wheeler)...

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Shriram Pistons, India, widens MoA to cover EV motors, ADAS, smart lighting and e-drive systems On March 28, 2026, Shriram Pistons & Rings received MCA approval to expand its main object clause, moving well beyond its traditional piston and engine components business to cover a wide range of new automotive and EV-related product categories. The amended Memorandum of Association (MoA) now allows the company to design, manufacture, and trade tracti...

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BIMS 2026: Isuzu D-MAX EV launched in Thailand, locally assembled from THB 1,591,000 Announced on March 24, 2026, Isuzu Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd. showcased 15 vehicles at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show. The display included 10 standard models, ranging from the D-MAX pickup to the MU-X SUV, alongside five customized vehicles. The company’s new mascot, YUU CHAN, was brought to life in 3D on a large LED screen. Among the highlights, t...

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BIMS 2026: Honda announces e:N2 pricing; 6th-gen Prelude, Super EV Concept on display in Thailand Announced on March 23, 2026, Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and Thai Honda Co., Ltd. presented their booth at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show under the theme “Activating Life’s Next Move.” The highlight was the launch price of the Honda e:N2 electric SUV at THB 1,429,000, which drew strong early interest with more than 2,500 bo...

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Ultraviolette, India signs MoU with Karnataka Government for INR 2 billion two-wheeler plant expansion On March 27, Ultraviolette Automotive signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Karnataka at the Invest Karnataka Conclave for a phased five-year manufacturing expansion backed by state PLI support and fast-track facilitation. Phase 1 will involve an INR 2 billion investment to expand capacity at its existing Bengaluru fa...

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Geely Auto launches E5 and Starray EM-i across five European markets On March 27, Geely Auto announced that it had launched its new global energy models, the Geely E5 and Starray EM-i, across five European countries, including Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Their expansion into Europe is supported by Geely’s long-term investment in technology, with R&D and design centers in Germany, Sweden, the UK, and Italy, helping ...

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FAW-Audi launches next-gen Audi A6L sedan On March 25, FAW-Audi launched the next-generation Audi A6L sedan. The vehicle model is available in one 3.0T and three 2.0T variants, with prices ranging from CNY 322,900 to CNY 435,900. The next-generation Audi A6L measures 5,142mm long, 1,874mm wide, and 1,464mm or 1,450mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,066mm. The next-generation Audi A6L is built on the PPC (Premium Platform Combustion) platform, with so...

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Aisin enhances use of digital twins, verifying in virtual space to halve man-hours for line launch Aisin Corporation (Aisin) is promoting the use of digital twins that reproduce a realistic production line in a virtual space based on information on factory equipment and manufacturing processes. In preparation for the production of the e-axle, whose mass production began in October 2025, the company conducted verification of equipment operation an...

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Chevrolet introduces 2027 Corvette Grand Sport with new 6.7L V8 On March 26, Chevrolet introduced the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X, representing heritage-inspired design with a next-generation V8 engine. At the core of every 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X is the next-generation LS6 6.7L V8, with  535 hp and 520 lb-ft of torque, which now becomes Corvette’s primary engine, powering the 2027 Stingray as well, with an ...

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AXN Automotive invests USD 15 million for expansion in Louisville, Kentucky On March 26, AXN Automotive Systems announced the grand opening of its newly relocated Louisville facility, with a nearly USD 15 million investment that will create 10 new jobs.  The project included the installation of robotic welding cells to support the precision fabrication of axle components, implementation of a new paint booth to enhance corrosion protection and pr...

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Tata Steel Netherlands and VW Group develops new ultra-high-strength steel for safer car bodies On March 19, Tata Steel Netherlands collaborated with VW Group for developing a new ultra-high-strength steel for car bodies to make vehicles safer and more sustainable. This steel can be pressed at lower temperatures, which reduces energy use during production. The new steel can also be coated with a special zinc layer, which is uncommon for this type...

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Renault’s The Future is NEUTRAL expands AutoLOOP platform to include EV battery recycling On March 25, Renault’s The Future is NEUTRAL expanded its AutoLOOP digital platform to collect recyclable materials such as polypropylene, copper, aluminium, and platinum group metals. The platform will now also collect EV traction batteries, which contain important metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel.  AutoLOOP will act as a single system to man...

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[Exclusive Interview] 5GAA highlights progress in V2X and evolution of connected vehicle technologies The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 took place in Barcelona, Spain, from March 2 to 5, 2026. During the event, MarkLines conducted a series of exclusive interviews with companies presenting next generation connectivity technologies. As part of this coverage, we spoke with Dr. Maxime Flament, Chief Technology Officer at the 5G Automotive Associat...

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