Ashok Leyland, India updates about R&D progress on EVs, Hydrogen, and ADAS In its annual report for FY2024-25, Ashok Leyland outlined its recent efforts in research and development (R&D) with a total expenditure of INR 5.46 billion. The company focused on several key areas, including engine development for alternate fuels and components related to electric powertrains and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). It also initiated the developmen...

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models established by FAW Group and Alibaba Group, also known as the 2053 AI Lab, was inaugurated. Based on Alibaba Group’s Qwen large model, FAW Group will develop a large model for the automotive industry and implement it in all application scenarios. For this partnership, the two groups aim to focus on tackling core issues, such as optimization of computing power architectures, governance of data, pre-training of large models, fine-tuning an...

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Camel Energy GmbH participates in 2025 AABC Europe Camel Energy GmbH, a European branch of Camel Group, participated in the 2025 AABC Europe held in Mainz, Germany with its latest research achievements. At the event, the focus was on hot topics such as solid-state batteries, sodium-ion batteries, battery recycling, high-energy-density designs, battery intelligentization, and cells for xEVs. Camel Energy GmbH showcased its latest achievements in ...

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sq. ft. site at Columbus Road. The completion is targeted by the end of September with minimal financial impact and added capacity for expansion. In Germany, Suprajit Germany GmbH (SGG) will be right-sized following the relocation of manufacturing to Morocco and warehousing to Hungary. SGG will now focus on business development and engineering support. The restructuring, to be completed by December 2025, will cost approximately EUR 1.1 million an...

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Jameel Motors and GAC form joint venture to launch electric vehicles in UK On July 16, Jameel Motors announced that it has signed a joint venture agreement with Chinese automaker GAC to distribute GAC’s electric vehicles (EVs) in the United Kingdom. GAC is known globally for its focus on safety, quality, innovation, and sustainability. The new joint venture will be one of the first of its kind in the UK with a Chinese automaker. It will be esta...

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BMW Group partners with Momenta to develop ADAS systems for China On July 15, BMW Group announced a new partnership with Chinese ADAS technology provider Momenta to co-develop advanced driver assistance systems tailored specifically for the Chinese market. The collaboration will focus on software development for BMW’s Neue Klasse models and aims to integrate locally trained driving knowledge with Chinese AI technologies to deliver a unique auto...

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minimum of USD 35 million annually.  Consolidation includes moving commercial vehicle operations to Oak Park, Michigan, and merging Mullen and Bollinger sales, marketing and service operations under the unified Bollinger brand. This Company-wide consolidation eliminates redundancy while continuing focus on Class 1, 3 and 4 Commercial vehicle segments. Mullen’s commercial EV lineup includes the Mullen ONE, Class 1 EV cargo van, and the Mullen T...

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SolidVue, Korea and Lumotive, US collaborate to advance next-generation lidar systems On July 14, SolidVue, a leader in SPAD sensor IC technology, announced a strategic collaboration with Lumotive to develop next-generation lidar systems. The partnership brings together industry-leading technologies from both companies, aimed at transforming the future of 3D sensing. This collaboration will focus on developing a reference design that integrates S...

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ce”, the 2025 China Auto Forum has 15 sessions and a number of activities, including 1 closed-door summit, 1 conference forum, 1 technology leader summit, 12 thematic forums, and a thematic exhibition. According to the agenda, the closed-door summit was held on the afternoon of July 10, where the focus was on key topics such as “how to promote the automotive industry to return to benign competition as soon as possible”, “how to accelerate...

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sition Roadmap.  Initial installations are planned in Johor, Penang, and Selangor, with subsequent expansion into Kuala Lumpur, Pahang, and Melaka. ChargeHere, under the “ChargeSini” brand, currently manages over 935 chargers across 300 locations, serving more than 32,000 users. As part of its focus on local growth, Meta Bright is also divesting its Australian subsidiary for MYR 25.37 million to reduce cross-border risk and strengthen core M...

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tes the Silver Ratio and the G3 curvature. The double-layered star emblem in the center draws inspiration from the starry sky, with contours derived from astroid elements. The upper and lower layers employ radiating decorative lines and micron-level electroforming to strike a balance between visual focus and premium texture. The Stelato S9 sedan achieved a sales volume of 4,154 units this June, ranking first among Chinese New Energy sedans priced...

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e vehicle. Previously, this was only possible for individual components, such as control units. With penetration tests, IAV checks the IT infrastructure and applications of components and vehicles for potential vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit for cyberattacks. Radio connections are the focus as potential entry points for cyberattacks. Based on IAV press release ...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Valeo to present next-generation automotive technologies On July 11, Valeo announced that it will present its latest technologies designed to accelerate the development of a new generation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) at IAA MOBILITY 2025. Valeo’s display will focus on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), innovative electrified vehicle solutions, smart lighting, and next-generation interior experiences. It will i...

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ing Technology, and Automotive Proving Ground Zala Ltd. The parties aim to create testing and certification facilities that serve Europe, Asia, and America markets. The center will create a development ecosystem around ZalaZONE, bringing together East Asian and European automakers and suppliers to focus on alternative energy and related technologies. Based on ZalaZONE press release...

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Stellantis inaugurates crash testing center for EVs in Brazil On July 10, Stellantis Brazil announced the inauguration of a new Safety Center structure at its Betim Automotive Hub, dedicated to crash testing hybrid and electric vehicles. The Safety Center employs over 50 engineers and follows rigorous protocols tailored to electric and hybrid vehicles, with specific focus on battery integrity and electrical safety. Pre-crash inspections include v...

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“It would be great if the work at the Oppama Plant and other plants can be maintained through collaboration with Foxconn”, while another expressed apprehension by saying that, “As a company whose mainstay is ICE (engine-engine vehicles), it would be a problem if the work with Foxconn shifts the focus to EVs (electric vehicles) and related work decreases."” (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on July 11, 2025)...

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sis, the articulated O 500 MA 6x2, and the super-articulated O 500 MDA 8x2. The buses are equipped with BlueTec 6 engines, compliant with Brazil’s Proconve P8 (Euro 6) emissions standards, which significantly reduce NOx and particulate matter emissions. Mercedes-Benz highlighted that Curitiba’s focus on sustainable mobility makes it a key market for clean transport solutions. The brand also emphasized the durability, low fuel consumption, and...

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gement by automating key business processes. With Camunda, Audi can now create processes that are faster, more transparent, and easier to track. As the auto industry becomes more complex, Audi needed a scalable digital solution to improve process flow across departments, close integration gaps, and focus on value-added tasks. Audi’s first two projects with Camunda focused on procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes, i.e., flexible tool transfers and ...

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Hyundai Motor India and IIT Madras unveil design of HTWO Innovation Centre for green hydrogen R&D On July 8, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Guidance Tamil Nadu, unveiled the design of the Hyundai HTWO Innovation Centre. This upcoming research and development facility will focus on green hydrogen technologies and will be established within the Discovery Campus of...

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Volvo Cars reveals low carbon footprint of new ES90 On July 10, Volvo Cars announced the carbon footprint of its new fully electric ES90. The vehicle is designed with a strong focus on sustainability. According to Volvo’s Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) report, the ES90 has a carbon footprint of 31 tonnes when charged with a European energy mix, which drops to 26 tonnes with wind energy. The vehicle’s footprint is about 50% lower than the S90 mi...

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