Alicon Castalloy, India ramps Up automation and precision with smart manufacturing upgrades In its FY 2024-25 annual report, Alicon Castalloy Limited outlined that it adopted specialized core moulding techniques to boost casting precision, aiming for tangible improvements in overall vehicle performance. Intelligent process control systems driven by machine learning have been introduced, helping minimize rejection rates and improve productivity ac...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

JBM Auto, India fast-tracks next‑gen e-buses with tech tie-ups, robotic welding, and AI telematics In its annual report, JBM Auto mentioned that during FY 2024–25, it fast-tracked next‑gen EV development by partnering with tech firms and startups to shorten cycle times. On the shop floor, it shifted manual welding to robotic welding and rolled out OBEYA/VAVE, while plant-wide automation optimizes material flow and trims process losses with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

Hyundai Motor India deploys IIOT, AI, and AR/VR for advanced manufacturing and training In its FY 2024-25 annual report, Hyundai Motor India announced it has adopted a data-driven manufacturing setup by digitally connecting over 2,000 critical pieces of equipment to its IIOT network, generating 19 billion data points annually. By leveraging AI, machine learning, and deep learning, the company deploys this data for real-time decision-making and qu...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06

e expense before you actually get the money reimbursed.” On getting suppliers outside the U.S. to relocate: While in Ford’s case, 80% of the parts used on its vehicles are USMCA compliant and 80% of the vehicles they sell in the U.S are built in the U.S., though it warned during its Q1 earnings report that tariffs will add USD 1.5 billion in net costs in 2025.For the 20% of suppliers who import parts, House said Ford is seeking ways to mitiga...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Thai Industry Ministry probes Chinese firm over defective tires and export concerns Reported on April 6, 2025, Thailand’s Industry Ministry is reportedly investigating accusations that a Chinese tire company imported substandard tires from China into Thailand, modified them, and sold them as newly manufactured products with 'Made in Thailand' labeling. According to a source from the ministry, who requested anonymity, this Chinese company also r...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/09

ANoe.DiVa offers a generic test scope plus over 35 manufacturer-specific extensions. It validates the diagnostic software early in the development process, both in real ECUs and in a virtual environment. It generates reproducible tests matching the ECU and project status and creates a detailed test report. The test generation and test execution are performed automated and integrated into all DevOps or CI/CT environments. The real-time tests are g...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/13

Nissan releases integrated report and actions plans for 2030 Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) has released its first integrated report. The new report, which was prepared for the development of its “The Arc” mid- and long-term business plans, covers its mid- and long-term management directions as well as new sustainability plan that includes its targets and action plan through 2030 to tackle climate change and reliance on resources. It include...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/05

Subaru of America releases sixth annual corporate impact report On June 20, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) released its sixth annual Corporate Impact Report, showcasing the automaker’s commitment to all its stakeholders, including customers, retailers, employees, and surrounding communities. In addition, Subaru was recognized by Points of Light as a 2024 Civic 50 Honoree for the fourth year in a row. The Subaru Corporate Impact Report provides a...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/26

e company's carbon sequestration efforts, improve existing riparian buffers, and serve as home for a diverse group of insects, animals, birds and plants.  As part of this work, Honda partnered with a local farmer to implement USDA conservation agricultural practices that will help strengthen water quality in the Flat Branch Creek.  "These trees represent the Power of Dreams of our Honda associates who identified a beneficial way to capture carb...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/07

Nissan ranks sales leader in Mexico during 2023 On January 15, Nissan Mexicana published its 2023 report in which it announced that it was the best-selling brand during the year by having a market share of 17.7% and a growth of 42.7% compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 241,056 units sold in the country. During December, Nissan sold 24,514 units, an increase of 10.5% compared to the previous month, 6.7% more compared to December 202...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/17

Aichi Steel releases external investigation report on shipment of non-standard special steel products On October 20, Aichi Steel Corporation (Aichi Steel) released a report by a third-party investigation committee regarding the shipment of some of its special steel products with a length that exceeds the upper limit specified by its customer. Based on the report, the company will take recurrence prevention and remedial steps under the initiative ...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/23

a Foton Motor brand renewal event in Beijing, where the following five business strategies were released: 1) Carbon peaking and carbon neutrality strategies: Achieve carbon peaking by 2028 and carbon neutrality at core plants by 2035 and along the whole value chain by 2050, and issue the first ESG report at a proper time in 2024. 2) New Energy strategy: Accelerate the deployment of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) focusing on the technology routes of ...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/01

Foxconn plans electric two-wheeler manufacturing in India In its annual report for 2022, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. (Foxconn) announced that its electric two-wheeler’s drive system production line in Taichung focuses on high automation, high self-production rate, and consistent quality. Based on this experience, India will also assist with the establishment of a production line this year (2023) to provide two-wheeled electric vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/16

Mitsubishi Electric announces Japanese affiliate companies’ quality test misconduct Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Mitsubishi Electric) announced that it has found 12 new fraudulent quality testing cases at its affiliate companies in Japan. Mitsubishi Electric investigated its affiliated companies after receiving a report about quality test misconduct at its head office in October 2022. When the company investigated 41 affiliate companies in ...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/18

Nine Japanese OEMs report positive results for April-December 2022 Nine Japanese OEMs have reported their financial results for April-December 2022. Despite the negative effects of soaring raw material, energy, and distribution costs, the nine OEMs’ total operating income increased 4.5% year-over-year due to a “quality improvement” in sales caused by decreased incentives and price increases in addition to benefits from the weaker yen, which...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/14

Toyota launches new North American Environmental Sustainability website, 2022 annual report On December 19, Toyota Motor North America’s (TMNA) launched an updated website to better highlight how the company strives to build a more sustainable future, and includes Toyota’s annual North American Environmental Reports.The updated environmental sustainability site can be found at Environmental Strategy (toyota.com). The 2022 annual report can be...

News  Updated at: 2022/12/31

ce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and help reach carbon net zero emissions across its supply chain, products, and operations by 2039. Jaguar Land Rover has invited its global Tier 1 supplier network – products, services, and logistics – to align with its 2030 goals, while maintaining the same quality. JLR will ask tier-1 suppliers to set their decarbonization pathway, report transparently, and demonstrate progress towards their targets. Thi...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/21

Minda Corporation, India updates about EV business strategy In its annual report for FY 2021-22, Minda Corporation Limited announced that to gain a major foothold into the EV (electric vehicle) space, it has developed a 3x3 strategy: To make products for under three-wheelers, under three-kilowatt products, and into three product lines- battery management systems, motor controllers and power electronics (aspect). Also, with EV Kit's potential offe...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/14

Mahindra Auto updates about manufacturing capabilities and technology deployments In its annual report FY 2021-22, Mahindra Group announced the various technology developments which were being made during the year at the company’s various plants. At its Chakan plant, the company made major technology deployments including robotic in-line inspection and the latest laser scanning for enhanced quality, digital data capturing and integration with M...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/12

Center Co., Ltd. (CATARC) is the largest government-level automotive research Centre in China.  The service portfolio includes CCC and ECE testing and the associated certifications for automotive lighting.  ECE homologation is issued by a type approval authority following the submission of a test report prepared by a designated Technical Service such as TÜV SÜD. In China, CCC certification is mandatory for numerous automotive components and v...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/03