s by 2027. As it expands its business, it will also aim to stabilize management by diversifying its customer base. DaikyoNishikawa mainly handles plastic interior and exterior parts such as instrument panels, radiator grilles, and bumpers. The market for electric vehicles is expected to expand, and lightweight plastic parts are expected to be increasingly adopted to improve fuel efficiency and extend the driving range of electric vehicles (EVs). ...

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TATA AutoComp, India and Katcon announce JV in Mexico for sheet moulded composite On May 15, TATA AutoComp Systems Ltd and Katcon announced a new joint venture in Mexico to manufacture Sheet Moulded Composites (SMC), with a focus on serving the North American market. The venture will specialize in lightweight applications for commercial vehicles, agricultural tractors, off-road vehicles, and specialized non-automotive segments.  In this new vent...

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C is NTN’s proprietary technology for dispersing a large number of hard and fine precipitates in steel. Generally, high-priced materials have been used or designs have been changed to extend bearing lifespans. The company has strengthened steel materials and made it possible to shift to small and lightweight bearings with extended lifespans. NTN will promote the use of new bearings not only for automotive use but also other industrial applicati...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Bosch and JMC unveil Super Light Truck System Solution Bosch announced that together with Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC), it unveiled the Super Light Truck System Solution during Auto Shanghai 2025. The solution integrates Bosch’s full-scenario electrification product map, modularization, and lightweight development concepts, fully leveraging JMC’s ability to transform forward-looking technologies into product innovati...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Renesas unveils virtualization platform co-developed with ThunderSoft Renesas Electronics Corporation (Renesas) announced that it unveiled the lightweight ZCU virtualization platform co-developed with Thunder Software Technology Co., Ltd. (ThunderSoft) at the Auto Shanghai 2025. The platform combines the high computing power, high integration and high reliability of Renesas’ high-performance RH850/U2A automotive MCU with Thu...

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SAG Group, Austria planning truck cryogenic tank production in India with local partner On April 30, SAG Group announced that it is planning to set up a joint production facility for truck cryogenic tanks for LNG and liquid hydrogen (LH2), as well as for innovative rheocasting lightweight components for the two-wheeler market in India. It is discussing a strategic partnership with a manufacturing company based in Maharashtra. Preliminary discussi...

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ices Corporation (AKM) and Silicon Austria Labs GmbH (SAL) completed a joint proof of concept for integrating a current sensor into a power module to be used in automotive applications such as traction inverters and DC-DC converters. This technology enables energy efficiency, as well as compact and lightweight design for ultra-high current applications using next-generation SiC power devices.  AKM is developing the EZ232L, a linear Hall IC for c...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: ElringKlinger presents battery and sealing solutions for e-mobility ElringKlinger AG (ElringKlinger) displayed its solutions for e-mobility at Auto Shanghai 2025. It presented various solutions for battery modules based on prismatic or cylindrical cells in both the low-voltage and high-voltage segments as well as complete battery storage systems. The company also showed lightweight components made of thermoplastics for drivet...

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h the electrification of industrial equipment and performance vehicles, from off-highway to premium automotive.  Turntide’s AF430S delivers transformational capabilities with up to 96% efficiency, more than 7.2 kW/kg of power density, and a torque density of more than 20.5 Nm/kg. The compact and lightweight design gives quiet, smooth, and low-vibration operation.  The robust construction and advanced thermal management of the AF430S ensure re...

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over the vehicle’s entire lifecycle. FORVIA has supplied a dashboard, door panels, and central console, demonstrating a 70% reduction in CO2 emissions in 2035 (compared to a 2019 baseline) without compromising performance. This was supported by the use of green energy in factories, optimized and lightweight designs, virtuous production and assembly processes facilitating modularity and recycling, as well as the integration of new recycled and ...

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nd higher, more powerful nose than the second-generation Tiguan. The Tiguan is offered exclusively in a two-row configuration for the North American region. In addition to the power upgrade, third-generation Tiguan models weigh up to around 170 pounds less than the outgoing model, due to the use of lightweight materials in the body structure and suspension, as well as to changes to the braking system. The third-generation Tiguan includes VW’s s...

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re Hybrid Concept at Auto Shanghai 2025. It integrates an internal combustion engine (ICE), electric motor, and transmission into a single, compact unit.  This new powertrain allows automakers to hybridize BEV platforms as well as eliminate the need for multiple platforms and production lines. The lightweight, modular powertrain fits within existing battery electric vehicle (BEV) platforms and serves as a range extender to the existing battery, ...

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tercity buses. The AxTrax 2 is part of ZF’s modular e-mobility platform and is designed to replace the engine, transmission, and conventional axle in commercial vehicles. The integrated axle system delivers 210 kW of continuous power and incorporates in-house developed components in a compact and lightweight design, enhancing overall drivetrain efficiency. The AxTrax 2 is suitable for various commercial vehicle applications, including light del...

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ean energy commercial vehicles. Also to goon display is an electric turbocharging technology. In terms of emission reduction, Garrett Motion will globally launch zero-emission technologies including a powertrain for passenger and commercial EVs. The centrifugal cooling compressor is designed with a lightweight and oil-less architecture for efficient thermal management. A next-generation hydrogen fuel cell air compressor with a modular design for ...

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ce the number of ECUs and sensors by using existing inertial data to adjust headlamp aim based on vehicle pitch Continental will also present various lighting control units. The HCM Air, for example, optimizes thermal design and offers more flexible channel configurations, thereby further enhancing lightweight construction and reducing system costs. It utilizes Continental's self-developed LED driver chip Celsius that meets fail-safe requirements...

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Joint lab between Novelis, Li Auto inaugurated Novelis and Li Auto held a signing and inauguration ceremony for a joint lab at its Changzhou site. The joint lab will focus on the R&D, innovation, and practical application of lightweight high-performance aluminum alloy materials. Furthermore, the two companies plan to cooperate in a range of areas related to aluminum plates to support comprehensive product upgrading through innovation of material ...

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its the use of carbon fibers as an automotive material. The EU stated that disposal of carbon fibers may negatively affect human health. However, many twists and turns are expected before the regulation can be realized. Since carbon fibers that use materials such as petroleum-based polymers feature lightweight and high strength, they are used in various fields, including sports goods and aircrafts. Carbon fibers are also used for automobiles in t...

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EVE Energy launches new lightweight power battery solution EVE Energy Co., Ltd. (EVE Energy) launched the newly upgraded Omni LMX battery series for all lightweight application scenarios. The Omni LMX series features the C46 large cylindrical battery cell, which, compared with the C33 small cylindrical battery cell, has been enhanced in capacity, voltage adaptability, cycle life, and charging and discharging temperature ranges. The C46 battery ce...

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o engine of 136 hp with two 21 kW electric motors—one on the front axle (integrated with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox) and one on the rear axle, ensuring optimal torque and traction. The rear motor’s gearbox increases torque to 1,900 Nm. With no physical connection between axles, the lightweight design reduces fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, making it one of the most efficient models in its class. For the first time ...

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AvtoVAZ starts sales of LADA NIVA Sport On April 4, AvtoVAZ announced that it would start sales of LADA NIVA Sport on April 5, 2025. Compared to the  NIVA Legend, the sports modification of the model received about 140 design changes. It is powered by a 122-hp 16-valve 1.6-liter engine.  Its characteristics are improved due to a lightweight intake and exhaust system, sports camshafts, and special firmware of the controller. It has an all-wheel ...

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