ewable alternatives from biomass, carbon dioxide utilization, and recycling. The initiative, led by the nova-Institute, Germany, brings together leaders from the automotive, chemical, and energy sectors. The move aligns with Mercedes Benz’s commitment to responsible resource use and its strategic focus on “Resource Use & Circular Economy.” Partnering with companies such as BASF, Covestro, Michelin, Continental, and WWF, the brand is develop...

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mentum is expanding its photonics chip manufacturing and establishing a new research and design center in Thailand. The investment will produce advanced, energy-efficient chips for high-performance computing, AI, and smart vehicle applications. Its latest BOI-approved THB 2.3 billion expansion will focus on Ultra-High-Power Chip-on-Carrier light source chips, used in AI GPUs, laser sensors for smart vehicles, medical instruments, and other high-p...

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anced Materials Science Lab on the Ohio State University (OSU) SciTech Campus to support collaborative research and data-driven innovation for future Honda technologies.   The new HRI lab, located on OSU SciTech Campus in Columbus, is scheduled to open in the Q4 2025. The activities will include a focus on existing areas of HRI research such as quantum technologies and other nanotechnologies, hydrogen fuel cells, carbon capture technologies, nex...

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Aston Martin revises FY 2025 outlook amid tariffs and market challenge On October 6, Aston Martin revised its FY 2025 outlook due to ongoing global economic challenges and the impact of tariffs. The company now expects total wholesale volumes to fall by a mid-to-high single-digit percentage compared to FY 2024 (6,030 units). The adjustment reflects Aston Martin’s continued focus on maintaining a balance between wholesale and retail demand in a ...

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enture agreement with SK Enmove Co., Ltd of Korea. The new JV, SK Enmove Gabriel India Private Limited, will be incorporated with Gabriel India holding a 49% stake and SK Enmove retaining 51%. Gabriel India will invest up to INR 294 million in the JV’s equity, in one or more tranches. The JV will focus on engineering, manufacturing (including third-party and contract blending), packaging, import, assembly, marketing, and export of engine oils (...

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haped headlamps, robust bumper, and a muscular stance. Unique details include a ‘Double-C’ motif with Himalayan-inspired accents on the front doors and an illuminated red lightbar at the rear. The name ‘Tekton,’ of Greek origin meaning “craftsman” or “architect,” reflects Nissan’s focus on engineering excellence and a premium SUV identity. The Tekton is designed to set new benchmarks in the C-SUV segment, combining advanced tech...

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0 units in 2026 and 2,000 units in 2027. The price will be announced in late October. Kia, which has revamped its brand from Kia Motors Co., Ltd., will develop its own products, although it will continue to conduct research and development as part of the Hyundai Group. In particular, the company is focusing on PBV as the next pillar of its business. As a way to penetrate the Japanese market, it will focus on a subsidiary launched this year by So...

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, and battery capacities, and to realize both a wide range of applications from business to private use and profitability in the EV business. Kia concluded that it is easy to popularize the PV5 mid-size electric van even in Japan, where the ratio of EV sales is low. The business strategy will first focus on sales to corporate customers, and also promote a camping car version to individual customers. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun ...

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e and MHCV sales of 3,872 units represented a 14.2% decrease. FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber said that in Australia, with more than 100 BEVs and more than 50 PHEVs available, manufacturers have worked hard to provide Australians with high-quality electric vehicles. What is needed now is a stronger focus on encouraging demand, in particular public recharging infrastructure.China’s rise as a source of new cars continued in September. In addition...

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e localization of Electric Drive System (EDS) components and assembly in Malaysia. Through this collaboration, SIB, an automotive component manufacturer, and SHedrive, a Chinese specialist in electric motor drive systems, intend to strengthen Malaysia’s emerging EV ecosystem. The partnership will focus on areas such as technology transfer, local production and assembly, supply chain development, product adaptation, and workforce training. The M...

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Yamaguchi MFG Mexico inaugurates new plant in Mexico On October 3, it was reported that Japanese company Yamaguchi MFG México inaugurated a new plant in Villa de Pozos, San Luis Potosí, with an investment exceeding 250 million pesos. With a focus on quality and advanced manufacturing processes, the plant is expected to create 100 direct jobs and strengthens the local automotive industry. (Mexico Industry on October 3, 2025)...

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s until the end of 2027, the postponement of 3.1% wage increase for hourly employees in Germany from April to October 2026, and the cancellation of the annual salary review for graded employees. Division E will remain an integral part of ZF Group. Rather than pursuing a carve-out, the division will focus on optimizing its product range and ecosystem partnerships for sub-areas to drive innovation and growth. Development activities for on-board cha...

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Hyundai Indonesia plans new EV by year-end, strengthens financing and insurance partnerships Reported on October 2, 2025, PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) confirmed plans to launch a new electric vehicle in Indonesia by the end of 2025.  According to HMID, the SUV-style MPV segment, which accommodates 6–7 passengers, is currently gaining popularity and could be the focus of the upcoming model. The company also left open the possibility of in...

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on batteries and energy storage systems. The agreement was signed at World Atomic Week (WAW – 2025) international forum.  They will be developing a project to localize the production of modern traction batteries for electric vehicles and stationary energy storage systems in Uzbekistan. They will focus on determining assembly line capacity, developing a component localization program, identifying potential customers, and exploring export opport...

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aftersales, personalize customer interactions, and improve company-wide efficiency, development, and innovation. They will establish an Innovation Lab to co-develop highly customized AI solutions to tackle complex use cases and embed intelligence directly in Stellantis’ business processes, with a focus on sales and aftersales. They will create a “Transformation Academy” to accelerate AI adoption across Stellantis, accelerating the move from...

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by 2026, with further reductions expected in the following years. By 2028, the Tilburg site will be about a quarter of its current size. The Tilburg plant is being repositioned as a center for R&D and industrialization of thin metal technologies and products for Bosch and external partners. It will focus on samples, pilot projects, and small-scale series, including gas foil bearings and other thin metal products. The site will also retain its rol...

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Dongfeng Motor partners with Tencent to create new model of synergy between the automotive and internet industries On September 28, Dongfeng Motor announced that it signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Tencent in Wuhan. Under the agreement, the two companies will strengthen cooperation in smart technologies, digitalization, and globalization. Their joint initiatives will focus on advancing innovations in intelligent driving and intellige...

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Tata Power and VE Commercial Vehicles partners for commercial EV adoption in India On September 29, 2025, Tata Power EV Charging Solutions Limited (TPEVCSL) entered a partnership with VE Commercial Vehicles Limited (VECV). The collaboration focuses on supporting the new Eicher Pro X range and the portfolio of electric trucks and buses produced by VECV. Under this MoU, both companies will collaborate on multiple fronts to support truck and bus ope...

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iness. Astemo is strengthening the development of technologies for electrification and intelligence and is building a system with an eye toward the software-defined vehicles (SDVs). In addition to the in-vehicle system domain, the company is working to advance energy management technologies, with a focus on integration with infrastructure and energy supply networks. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on September 29, 2025)...

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his tariff regime. The Department of Commerce is conducting the probes under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, and said the inquiries started on September 2, giving the department 270 days from then to deliver its policy recommendations. The inquiry into robotics and industrial machinery will focus on computer-controlled mechanical systems, milling machines and stamping and pressing machines widely used in factories, according to the regist...

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