ster application of electrified logistics vehicles and establishment of battery swapping ecosystems with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL). The two companies will collaborate to accelerate project initiation for products such as small crossover trucks with high battery capacity. With focus on goods R&D and marketing, they will form in-depth ties in areas such as product development, battery swapping business models, and market prom...

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tive platforms and real time operating systems—that underpins the growing ecosystem of connected, automated, and AI-enhanced vehicles. Q1. MarkLines visited your booth two years ago. What has changed since then regarding your software defined vehicle technology? A1. Compared to two years ago, our focus this year has shifted strongly toward edge AI. We are demonstrating how Wind River supports customers in building AI driven solutions using our ...

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sence in Portugal and offer customers advanced, safe, and sustainable vehicles tailored to their needs. Geely Auto plans to launch a new range of next-generation models in Portugal in 2026. These vehicles are designed for the European market, offering better efficiency, advanced connectivity, and a focus on user needs. Based on Salvador Caetano Auto press release...

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expand the use of clean energy. The investment will modernize key production processes, including body frame welding, body assembly, painting, and final assembly, improving efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. Solar power generation will also be implemented, while product development will focus on reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) emissions. Isuzu Motors (Thailand) now operates two assembly plants, Samrong in Sam...

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LION E-Mobility, Switzerland, plans new production lines for NMC+ battery cell On April 1, LION E-Mobility AG announced that in the second quarter of 2026, the LION battery pack production will be temporarily impacted by a planned two-month factory shutdown for conversion works, with operations scheduled to resume at the end of June. The new production lines will focus on battery packs with the high-performance NMC+ battery cells. As a result, a ...

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TDK and Nippon Chemical Industrial establish joint venture to strengthen materials for MLCCs and other applications TDK Corporation (TDK) and Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd. (Nippon Chemical Industrial) announced on April 2 that they have established a joint venture for electronic component materials and other products. The joint venture will focus on materials for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) and other applications. By combining th...

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nding for a package of incentive schemes in 2026-27 to support the continued uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) and the expansion of EV charging infrastructure. All schemes will be delivered by Energy Saving Trust and will operate in tandem with existing UK Government EV incentives. The schemes will focus on improving access to public, workplace, and home charging, with targeted support for rural and island communities, lower-income households, ho...

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nto a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on March 20 for the joint development of electric vehicle (EV) solutions and battery energy storage systems (BESS), supporting clean energy adoption in Thailand and the ASEAN region and contributing to PLANET’s New S-Curve initiative. The collaboration will focus on high-quality lithium batteries for EVs, BESS, backup power for critical infrastructure, and advanced EV charging solutions, aiming to create ...

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ything we have. The body-on-frame truck is one of 36 new Hyundai vehicles coming to North America by 2030,” said José Muñoz, President and CEO, Hyundai Motor Company. The Boulder Concept’s SUV-type creation was led by the California design team at Hyundai Design North America, with a specific focus on off-road enthusiasts and goal of attracting new buyers to the Hyundai brand. It features dual safari-style fixed upper windows, coach-style d...

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Li Auto inaugurates key lab for super charging power batteries On March 30, Li Auto inaugurated a key laboratory for intelligent super charging power batteries in Beijing. With focus on the research of super charging technology, the laboratory will be committed to tackling technologies for high-density fast-charging solid-state batteries, all-state intelligent battery management, and Level 4 autonomous driving-oriented high-safety batteries to pr...

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Umicore opens innovation center in Shanghai, China On March 31, Umicore inaugurated its innovation center in Shanghai, China, its first corporate research and development facility outside Europe. Located in the Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone and spanning approximately 3,600 square meters, the center will focus initially on fuel cell applications and recycling technologies and will expand to catalysis for renewable energy and stationary applications, ...

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nother decline for UK vehicle production and exports is extremely worrying, given these figures pre-date the crisis in the Middle East. While the sector has made efforts to build resilience into its logistics and supply chains post Covid, the conflict adds further strain. Now more than ever we must focus on our industrial competitiveness by driving down energy costs, backing our suppliers, supporting our domestic market and securing free and fair...

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Turkiye automotive industry archives record export in 2025 On March 30, the Turkish Minister of Industry and Technology, at the General Assembly of the Automotive Industry Association (OSD), announced that the Turkish automotive industry achieved record-breaking export level of USD 41.5 billion in 2025.  The government will continue to focus on efforts to further advance its trade integration with the European Union, its most important export ma...

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railway station, the EUREF Campus, and the airport terminal. They will be driven from a remote operations center by certified remote drivers, with a safety driver onboard during testing. The project aims to develop and systematically evaluate the technology under real traffic conditions. They will focus on operational safety, system stability, integration into existing traffic and control structures, passenger acceptance, and cost efficiency and...

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ailure to keep up with the electrification pace of Chinese automakers. In 2024, Skoda achieved an annual sales volume of 17,500 units in China, down 23.1% year-over-year. In 2025, sales continued to decline, ending up as low as around 15,000 units. Skoda has adjusted its global strategy by shifting focus to high-growth markets, such as India and ASEAN. From multiple press releases...

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s in the automotive industry. The facility becomes part of the company’s global manufacturing network. The plant will begin operations by producing components for the BMW iX3, including parts for the Neue Klasse architecture, with production scheduled for February 2027. Initial manufacturing will focus on building inventory required for the model’s launch. The site features an automated assembly line and will start operations with a workforce...

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BIMS 2026: BMW Thailand highlights iX3 50 xDrive M Sport, first Neue Klasse model Announced on March 23, 2026, BMW highlighted the iX3 50 xDrive M Sport at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). This model is the first in BMW’s Neue Klasse lineup, reflecting the company’s focus on electric powertrains and advanced in-car technology. The all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is priced from THB 3,599,000, including BSI (BMW Serv...

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been proceeding between Denso Corporation (Denso) and Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. (Fuji Electric), and between Rohm and Toshiba. In such a situation, on March 6, it was reported that Denso has proposed an acquisition to Rohm. Since Mitsubishi Electric announced that it will join Rohm and Toshiba, the focus will be on whether there will be two large “Rohm-Toshiba-Mitsubishi Electric” and “Denso-Fuji Electric” groups, or whether there will be...

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Canatu, Finland, announces updated strategy and long-term financial targets On March 26, Canatu Plc’s Board of Directors approved its updated strategy and long-term financial targets, which extend until the end of 2030. Canatu has set long-term targets for 2030 of EUR 100–150 million in revenue and a 25–30% EBIT margin.  In Automotive, Canatu will focus on the full-windshield market and ADAS camera heaters through its carbon nanotubes (CNT...

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. Q2. Given that automotive platforms require precise RF performance despite vibration and temperature fluctuations, what qualification standards (AEC-Q, ISO, etc.) are you targeting for this connector system? A2. Our connector system is currently in the research and development phase, with primary focus on alignment with IEC standards to support future international standardization. For automotive applications that require vibration and thermal ...

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