ThunderX, China, adopts SAFERTOS for functional safety in AI domain controller platforms On April 1, ThunderX announced the strategic adoption of SAFERTOS from WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems (WHIS) across its next-generation domain controller platforms powered by Qualcomm SA8775P and SA8650P. ThunderX’s AIBOX series supports cockpit-ADAS fusion, AI perception, generative AI assistants, and cross-domain orchestration through heterogeneous co...

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Tube Investments, India acquires complete ownership of EV manufacturer TIVOLT On March 31, Tube Investments of India Limited announced that its subsidiary TI Clean Mobility Private Limited has acquired 30 million shares of TIVOLT Electric Vehicles Private Limited, representing 5.45% of the share capital of TIVOLT, for a consideration of INR 300 million. TIVOLT Electric Vehicles has become a wholly owned subsidiary of TI Clean Mobility.  TIVOLT E...

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ZF CVCS wins business nomination to develop ADAS for bus platform in India On March 31, ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited (ZF CVCS) announced that it has secured another Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Business nomination from an Indian Commercial Vehicle OEM for a bus platform. The solution integrates ZF OnGuardMAX with Short-Range Radar (SRR) alongside Electronic Braking System (EBS) and Electronic Stability Control ...

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TRATON and Applied Intuition, US launches TRATON ONE OS software platform for next-generation trucks On March 31, TRATON GROUP and Applied Intuition introduced TRATON ONE OS, a new software platform that will power future trucks from TRATON’s brands i.e., Scania, MAN, International, and VW Truck & Bus. The platform is designed to bring several benefits to customers i.e.: The system will help reduce vehicle downtime by using shared data across ...

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Kiira Motors, Uganda, to supply electric buses to South Africa On March 30, multiple sources reported that Golden Arrow Bus Services signed a USD 150 million deal to acquire 450 electric buses from Kiira Motors Corporation in Uganda. The Kayoola E-Coaches are designed, built, and assembled at Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja. The deal also includes charging infrastructure. Based on multiple sources...

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SAIC Motor deploys EI humanoid robot on mass production line On March 27, SAIC Motor deployed the Nengzai No. 1, its first embodied intelligence (EI) humanoid robot employee, on the battery mass production line for Buick’s Electra E7 SUV for key operations such as cell picking and loading. For both SAIC Motor and China’s automotive industry, this marks the first case where a humanoid robot is truly applied to a mass production line. Developed...

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BIMS 2026: Suzuki e VITARA showcased in Thailand, local launch expected soon On March 26, 2026, at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, Suzuki Motor Thailand showcased the all-new SUZUKI e VITARA in RHD, slated for a local launch in the near future. The e VITARA features full electric power and the ALLGRIP-e system, which intelligently distributes power between the front and rear wheels for a stable grip on any road. According to specificat...

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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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