Scania ventures into new business unit focused on sustainability, electrification, and autonomy On May 28, Scania announced that it is exploring new business areas to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry. To speed up this shift, Scania created the Ventures and New Business (VNB) unit. The focus is on supporting its core business with ventures tied to sustainability, electrification, and autonomy. Startups such as LOTS, JUNA, and Erinion were la...

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ality consistency across early production batches, and gather real-world performance feedback ahead of mass commercialization. It has also started testing the  4680 Bharat Cell in its products under an extensive testing regimen across parameters like performance, lifecycle, and safety. Its current focus is on stabilizing manufacturing yields with phased commercialization in the next few months. This phased rollout will help optimize supply chain...

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software for its SmartCockpit project is “winding down” as a joint decision the companies confirmed, saying that “Stellantis remains a valuable partner for Amazon, and the companies continue to work together on a range of initiatives”. The companies said the shift “will allow each team to focus on solutions that provide value to our shared customers and better align with our evolving strategies.” Announced enthusiastically in 2022, Sm...

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nits and up to 2 times for those manufactured locally. This is expected to drive demand by leveraging the company’s local assembly operations. Meanwhile, the company is closely monitoring the potential impact of the Trump 2.0 tax policy on U.S.-bound exports and has developed contingency plans to focus on customer groups less reliant on export markets. (From SET Announcement dated May 23, 2025 and May 14, 2025)...

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. In the same fiscal year, it will also become available in the North American market, where the demand for hybrid vehicles (HVs) is growing. The automaker plans to meet the demand for electrified cars by introducing two options, electric vehicles (EVs) and e-Power vehicles. Its engine, designed to focus on power generation starting from the 2nd gen, has been improved further. It now achieves higher efficiency in a commonly used rev range of 2,00...

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reation of an Economic Interest Group (GIE) in Algeria. This collaboration forms part of the Ministry of Industry’s broader strategy to localize key industrial activities and promote local integration within the country’s vehicle manufacturing sector. The newly established industrial group will focus on the production of plastic accessories for automobiles and will operate within the industrial zone of Setif. Based on social media update of t...

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and ECO cars. The government aims to establish Thailand as a global hub for producing modern, high-quality, eco-friendly, and safe vehicles. This shift is expected to create jobs and align the industry with global trends. Support measures are expected as part of the restructuring initiative, with a focus on enhancing competitiveness and aligning with global trends. The overall goal is to enhance Thailand’s competitiveness amid challenges like U...

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idiary will function as a key fulcrum for the implementation of Autolink’s globalization strategy to deepen its deployment in Japan, in such areas as technology services, customer development, supply chain coordination, and local collaboration. Going forward, in the Japanese market, Autolink will focus on the fields of intelligent cockpits, cockpit-driving integration, and intelligent communication to cooperate actively with local automakers an...

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around INR 70 billion in the financial year 2025-26 (ending March 31, 2026).  Out of the total planned capex, the major allocation will be around 40% for the Pune expansion and 25% for product-related investments. It will start the Pune plant in the third quarter of FY 2025-26. It is also going to focus on improving export volumes strongly going forward.  Based on Hyundai India investor conference call Q4, FY 2025-26...

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ic Traction Control, and increased penetration of OptiDrive (AMT), and OptiRide Electronically Controlled Air Suspension. The upcoming ESC regulations for buses, effective September 2025, represent a major growth opportunity. It is also expanding the penetration of the EV portfolio, with a targeted focus on e-compressors and EBS systems to independent bus manufacturers. The recent draft notification from the Government of India mandating ADAS mar...

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MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center in Brazil initiates 8 projects on biofuels and biomaterials for future mobility MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) announced that its Global Biomobility Center, located at its Tech Center in Jundiaí, São Paulo, Brazil, has initiated 8 development projects since starting operation in May 2024. With a focus on biofuels and biomaterials for future mobility, the projects are being developed in partnership with OEMs, automotive s...

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ng market challenges, such as sluggish demand for EVs and intensifying competition, particularly from Chinese EV manufacturers. To address these challenges and return to a positive operating result in 2025, the company will implement the restructuring measures swiftly and consistently. The measures focus on simplifying global organizational structures, cutting costs, and actively managing its portfolio with a focus on the automotive business in t...

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Gestamp presents innovations for safe, sustainable mobility at AEE 2025 Gestamp Automocion S.A. (Gestamp) showcased its latest innovations at Automotive Engineering Exposition (AEE) 2025 in Yokohama, Japan, running from May 21 - 23. These innovations focus on reducing vehicle weight and CO2 emissions, improving structural performance and safety, and optimizing production processes. Its key products include Ges-Gigastamping, a product family of la...

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ng two shifts, the plant produces 24 vehicles per hour, but Nissan aims to increase output to 32 units per hour by enhancing automation from 55% to 84% and hiring 400 new employees. These additions will join the current workforce of 2,200 employees and 900 supplier staff. Most of the new roles will focus on production, logistics, quality, and maintenance. Candidates must have completed secondary education, and hiring will include interviews and, ...

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wholly-owned subsidiary of MCE Holdings Berhad, has signed a Joint Venture cum Shareholders Agreement (JVSA) with China-based Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd. (NCT). The agreement paves the way for the establishment of a new private limited joint venture company (JVC) in Malaysia. The JVC will focus on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of automotive millimeter-wave radar sensors for Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) and ...

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European Commission approves Daimler Truck and Volvo joint venture for commercial vehicle software On May 20, the European Commission approved a joint venture between Daimler Truck AG (Germany) and Aktiebolaget Volvo (Sweden) under EU merger rules. The joint venture will focus on developing and supplying software-defined vehicle platforms and other software for commercial vehicles. The commission found no competition issues, as the companies will...

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tted with an optional safety pack. Four-star ratings went to the electric Renault 4, Ford Tourneo Custom (including EV version), Kia EV3 (without the safety pack), Opel/ Vauxhall Grandland, Peugeot 3008 and 5008, and VW Transporter. The budget Dacia Bigster received 3 stars, reflecting its low-cost focus. Euro NCAP evaluates car safety based on crash tests from different angles, pedestrian safety, and accident prevention systems for both cars and...

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dn. Bhd. signed 2 MoUs—one with Zhejiang Wanliyang Co., Ltd. and another with Wuhu Qida Power Battery System Co., Ltd. Meanwhile, Multi-Code Electronics Industries (M) Bhd. signed 2 separate MoUs with 2 Chinese firms to boost Chery Malaysia localization and technology transfer. These partnerships focus on automotive components, technology transfer, and joint investments, further strengthening Malaysia’s role in the global automotive supply ch...

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ended for international markets. FPI was also unaffected by recent U.S. tariff hikes, given its minimal exposure to the U.S. market (0.4% of sales). Growth in battery electric vehicle (BEV) registrations presents new opportunities for FPI to expand into EV-compatible product lines. With a strategic focus on international markets and a strong aftermarket segment, particularly in the Middle East, the company is well-positioned to navigate industry ...

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and a defined roadmap to accelerate Thailand’s xEV adoption. Mercedes-Benz emphasized the need for consistent regulations, recognition of industry investment, and reduced trade barriers. The company saw PHEVs as a practical entry point for consumers new to electric mobility while reaffirming its focus on sustainability. BMW echoed the call for flexible and inclusive policies, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability across the value chain ...

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