CarBEV, VinFast forge strategic partnership to advance Philippine EV ecosystem Reported on December 15, 2025, CarBEV entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding with Vietnamese EV manufacturer VinFast during a signing ceremony in Hanoi. The partnership brings together VinFast’s global EV expertise and CarBEV’s local operating platform to fast-track the rollout of electric mobility solutions in the Philippines. Joint initiatives will ...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Mitsubishi Electric Mobility: Taking on the Challenge of Responding to Every Mobility Segment The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. At the Mitsubishi Electric Mobility booth, we interviewed Director Masanobu Higashino. (Note: Mitsubishi Electric Mobility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric. It is...

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loyment strategies. Such collaboration is viewed as a key enabler in turning EV adoption from ambition into a practical, long-term reality. CarBEV noted its positive outlook on potential collaborations with both companies as it continues to push forward initiatives supporting the future of electric mobility. (From CarBEV social media updates (I / II))...

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stimates carbon emissions in real time, proving that cleaner fuels can be used in existing cars and commercial vehicles without changing fleets or infrastructure. The trial began under Stellantis’ internal Star Up innovation program. It shows how teamwork and partnerships can speed up sustainable mobility, while the Berlingo also reflects a circular economy approach by turning waste into energy. Based on Stellantis press release...

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Stellantis to showcase 62 vehicles from 11 brands at Brussels Motor Show 2026, Belgium On December 18, Stellantis announced that it will participate in 102nd Brussels Motor Show with 11 brands, including Alfa Romeo, Citroen, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Opel, Peugeot, Maserati, and Stellantis Pro One for commercial vehicles. The group will display 62 vehicles, covering a wide range of mobility needs, from city transport to commercial and goods mov...

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icles and other heavy-duty applications. The first units have been built up and are undergoing rigorous testing activities.  It has been working since summer 2025 with more than 30 leading global companies in the vehicle and accessories industry and the hydrogen supply chain in the Global Hydrogen Mobility Alliance (GHMA). It will reveal NextGen at its global launch on April 20, 2026, the first day of Hannover Messe. Based on cellcentric press r...

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BYD, Huawei-backed HIMA launch internal testing of Level 3 autonomous driving in Shenzhen According to multiple press releases dated December 16, BYD and the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) recently launched internal testing of Level 3 autonomous driving in Shenzhen with local authorities. To date, BYD has completed over 150,000km of actual road validation of Level 3 autonomous driving. The test area covers open expressways and highw...

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Autoneum supplies sustainable interior and exterior components for Polestar 5 Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has supplied lightweight, fully recyclable polyester-based interior and exterior components for the Polestar 5 electric grand tourer, which was revealed at IAA Mobility 2025 and is available in 24 markets. Developed over five years in close collaboration with Polestar, Autoneum’s monomaterial recycled polyester and latex-free component...

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CES 2026: Valeo to present technologies for mobility Valeo Group (Valeo) announced that it will showcase its latest technologies for smarter, safer, and more sustainable mobility at CES 2026. The company will demonstrate the Valeo SDV ecosystem, which features an entire range of solutions, from advanced sensors to high-performance computing units and a full-stack software offering. The Augmented Valeo Panovision, showcased in a demo car, includes...

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TQ WULING makes debut with Malaysia-assembled Bingo compact e-hatchback Announced on December 17, 2025, TQ WULING officially launched the locally assembled TQ WULING Bingo compact electric hatchback in Malaysia, tailored for urban mobility. The model is offered in two variants: the Bingo PRO at MYR 67,800 and the Bingo MAX at MYR 72,800, with launch promotions adding further appeal. The Bingo EV marks the official debut of the TQ WULING brand, es...

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Hyundai to launch rural mobility service in Japan to boost awareness and car sales ahead of L4 autonomous driving South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai Motor) will introduce a new mobility service for rural areas in Japan as early as 2026. The company plans to offer on-demand bus services primarily in areas where public transportation is declining, combining its proprietary fleet management system with its vehicles. Initially, the servic...

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NTT Mobility aiming to realize practical use of more than 1,000 autonomous vehicles in 2030s On December 17, Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) held a press briefing about NTT Mobility, Inc. (NTT Mobility), its wholly-owned subsidiary for promoting practical use of the autonomous driving business, and announced its plan to operate more than 1,000 units of Level 4 autonomous vehicles (fully autonomous driving under certain conditions...

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Bosch Mobility India commissions new CharCon assembly line at Naganathapura plant On December 17, Bosch Mobility inaugurated a new CharCon assembly line at Bosch India’s Naganathapura manufacturing facility near Bengaluru, adding localized capacity for key power electronics used in electric vehicles. The line is designed to support OEM programs, such as Mahindra’s EV portfolio. The CharCoN is a highly integrated on-board power supply product....

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st INR 7.5 billion for a minority stake in Padmini VNA Group (PVNA). The capital will support PVNA’s next phase of growth, including capacity expansion, technology development, and potential strategic acquisitions, as the company targets opportunities in clean, connected, and future‑ready urban mobility solutions.​ PVNA operates through Padmini VNA Mechatronics, PV Clean Mobility Technologies, and Padmini E‑Drive, supplying emission‑con...

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Autoline subsidiary AEMPL launches electric two‑wheelers in India On December 10, 2025, Autoline Industries Limited announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Autoline E‑Mobility Private Limited (AEMPL), launched its first electric two‑wheelers in India under the Oxstar brand, with models named Oxstar Z1 and Oxstar Z2. The products, which cater to the domestic market, have received the required accreditation from the designated authorities...

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EU presents Automotive Package, to ease ICE bans after 2035 On December 16, European Commission presented the Automotive Package that supports the sector’s efforts in the transition to clean mobility.  It presents a review of the existing CO2 emission standards for cars and vans. From 2035 onwards, carmakers will need to comply with a 90% tailpipe emissions reduction target, while the remaining 10% emissions will need to be compensated through...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Toyota Industries Corporation's strengths are analyzing and developing bipolar nickel-metal hydride batteries The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. We interviewed four employees working at Toyota Industries Corporation. Q1. Have you made any improvements to the bipolar nickel-metal hydride battery that you also...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Yorozu's Initiatives to Become Carbon Neutral and Increase Its Customer Base The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. At the Yorozu booth, we interviewed Tsutomu Hiranaka, President and COO of Yorozu. Q1. Based on your medium-term management plan YSP2026 (Yorozu Sustainability Plan 2026), you are working to improv...

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y) announced that it will change its company name to Mobitera effective April 2027. One year has passed since PAS began its management reform through the acquisition of its shares by the US-based Apollo Group. Taking this opportunity, PAS will revamp its brand. The company name Mobitera combines “mobility” with the Latin word “iter,” meaning “path,” and reflects the company’s wish to illuminate the future. The central “i” in Mob...

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ic plan to implement it from FY2025. The third basic plan will focus on conventional pillars such as the resolution of local public transportation issues, establishment of transportation network systems that contribute to a growth-oriented economy, traffic safety, and the popularization of “green mobility”, as well as the utilization of digital technology as a new additional pillar. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on December 1...

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