ngraded during recycling. This approach reduces the need for virgin materials, helping to cut biodiversity loss and strengthen UK resource security. Ionic Technologies estimates that recycled materials could lower carbon emissions by about 60% compared to using new materials. The British Geological Survey will provide detailed assessments on these environmental benefits through material flow and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Based on EMR Group pre...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

s plunged as much as 18% in after-hours trading as soon as the White House announced the new tariff rate. Copper is the third-most-consumed metal, behind iron and aluminum. The U.S. imports nearly half of the copper it uses, most of which comes from Chile, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey. (Whitehouse.gov release and other sources on July 30, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

issan) production reduction,” comprised of organizations such as Kanagawa Prefecture, local financial institutions, chambers of commerce, and other industries, held its first working group (WG) meeting at the prefectural government office on July 28. It was decided that the council will conduct a survey from August concerning the impact of the end of vehicle production at Nissan’s Oppama Plant (Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture) and the new ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/30

gment rare earth elements (REE) across various geological regions in India. AMD estimates about 7.23 million tonnes of rare earth oxides contained in monazite deposits along coastal and inland areas, with additional 1.29 million tonnes of resources identified in hard rock formations. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has also reported 482.6 million tonnes of REE resources from 34 exploration projects. India has not imported rare earth minerals...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

ectric drivetrain development, focusing on the e-motor market and permanent magnet motor technology. The “CirculaREEconomy” consortium includes Ford Technologies Limited, Bentley Motors Limited, Wrightbus, Less Common Metals (LCM), European Metals Recycling Limited (EMR), and British Geological Survey (BGS). Based on Ionic Rare Earth press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Nyle conducts survey on pets and driving Users who regard their pets as family members are increasing, and there are many drivers who travel by car with their dogs and cats. In addition to daily shopping, “pet tourism,” in which people travel with their pets, is also gaining prominence. According to a “Car and Pet Survey” conducted by Nyle Inc., which engages in auto lease and other businesses, more than 70% of respondents said that they ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

Marelli does business with 1,731 suppliers in Japan A survey conducted by Teikoku Databank, Ltd. has revealed that there are 1,731 suppliers dealing with Marelli Holding Co., Ltd. (Marelli) or Marelli Group companies, which have gone bankrupt, in Japan. The total amount of their dealings is estimated to be JPY 260.04 billion, and the number of relevant employees is about 287,000. The impact on such suppliers is a matter of concern if the reconstr...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

rprise Agency announced its investigation report about price negotiation and price transfer situations from September 2024 to March 2025 (the second half of fiscal year 2024). While the overall implementation rate of price negotiations and the rate of price pass-on have increased since the previous survey, there is a growing polarization between companies that cannot pass on the cost (SME Agency). Companies in the lower tiers in supply chains wer...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Survey by SoftBank Group company indicates business opportunity for SDV-related subscription A survey conducted by a SoftBank Group company has revealed that about half of drivers are willing to use automotive digital subscription services relating to software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Automakers expect that the enhancement of predictive maintenance and safety functions as well as autonomous driving functions are likely to help generate revenue. C...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

U.S. consumer interest in EVs declines in 2025 AAA survey On June 3, U.S. insurance company AAA said that despite the wide variety of electric vehicle (EV) models now available, its latest survey highlighted buyers continued hesitation. The survey was conducted March 6-10, 2025, with a total of 1,128 interviewees. Only 16% of U.S. adults report being “very likely” or “likely” to purchase an EV as their next car, the lowest percentage reco...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

U.S. Trump tariffs likely to have direct impact on Japanese automotive parts suppliers The additional costs and declining demand for new vehicles caused by the U.S. Trump administration’s new tariffs are causing growing concerns among Japanese automotive parts suppliers. According to a questionnaire survey conducted by the Nikkan Jidosha Shinbun, 83.6% of the respondent companies answered that they will be directly affected by the tariff. A 25%...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Teikoku Databank survey: 19,016 companies deal with Nissan in Japan According to a survey conducted by Teikoku Databank, Ltd. (Teikoku Databank), there are 19,016 companies dealing with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) in Japan. Of the total number, 1,816 companies are tier 1 parts suppliers, 12,120 companies are tier 2 parts suppliers, and 5,080 companies are Tier 3 and downstream parts suppliers. By sales scale (of 18,357 companies whose busines...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Toyota tops annual North American OEM-supplier relations study On May 19, Plante Moran released results of the 25th annual North American Automotive OEM Supplier Working Relations Index (WRI) Study. Collected survey responses evaluated the relations between U.S. automakers and their suppliers this year during unprecedented market volatility due to changing government policies, EV program cancellations, uncertain sales volumes, and tensions over c...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Nyle reports reduced use of vehicles as measure against high gasoline prices Gasoline prices have remained at high levels since Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine. According to a gasoline cost survey by Nyle Inc. (Nyle), a company that is engaged in automotive rental services, about 60% of the people who participated in the survey in Japan have been taking measures such as a reduced use of vehicles. While crude oil prices have been declining...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Sandhar Technologies, India to sell Bengaluru Industrial property for INR 610 million On April 21, Sandhar Technologies Limited announced that it executed an agreement to sell its immovable property located at No. 34/B, Peenya 2nd Phase Industrial Area, within Survey Nos. 35 and 36 of Chokkasandra Village, Yeshwanthapura Hobli, Bangalore North Taluk, Bangalore District. The transaction is valued at INR 610 million, and it has received an earnest ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

JAMA conducts survey on truck market conditions On April 15, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA; Chairman Masanori Katayama) released a consumer survey concerning the medium- and heavy-duty trucks market and the light-duty and light trucks market. The survey revealed the conditions of soaring fuel prices in particular putting pressure on user companies’ business administration as a whole despite an increase in the number...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

U.S. consumer sentiment declines for second consecutive month on tariff worries On February 21, the latest University of Michigan’s monthly sentiment survey took a marked shift downward as Americans expressed increasing concern about President Donald Trump’s proposed import tariffs and continuing inflation. Joanne Hsu, the Michigan survey’s director, said in a release that the broad decline was “in large part due to fears that tariff-indu...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/22

argers at over 600 properties, focusing on multifamily and hospitality sites. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and provide seamless charging solutions for residents and tenants. EV charging has become a key priority for property owners and occupants. CBRE’s 2024 occupier sentiment survey found that 54 percent of respondents consider EV charging a critical factor in building selection. EVPassport’s infrastructure engagement pla...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

smooth and intuitive experience. Both companies are working on several AI projects such as: Bill of Materials (BOM) Data Intelligence: an AI tool that helps engineers analyze and optimize component selection for better reuse and efficiency. Vehicle Feedback Analysis: AI quickly processes fleet and survey data to spot trends and improve product quality. "Club Stellantis" Virtual Assistant: a chatbot assisting employees in France with company car ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/07

improved financing as key growth drivers. However, concerns about rising interest rates, rural liquidity challenges, and market uncertainty still linger. Riding on the momentum of a promising start to 2025, the auto retail sector enters February with cautious optimism. According to FADA’s latest survey, nearly half of dealers (46%) anticipate growth in the coming month, while 43% expect sales to stay flat and 11% foresee a dip. Based on the FA...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06