Major automotive companies form OpenGMSL Association for in-vehicle connectivity On June 3, leading OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, semiconductor manufacturers and ecosystem partners announced the formation of the OpenGMSL Association, an initiative bringing together industry leaders to transform SerDes transmission of video and/or high-speed data as an open, worldwide standard across the automotive ecosystem. The launch of the OpenGMSL Association enabl...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

TVS Motor, India signs MoU with Kadam Mobility for electric three-wheelers On June 3, TVS Motor Company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kadam Mobility, an EV-first fleet and infrastructure platform, to deploy 500 TVS King EV MAX electric three-wheelers during FY 2025–26 (ending March 31, 2026).  This partnership aims to strengthen sustainable public mobility across India’s metros and Tier 1 cities. Kadam Mobility will roll ou...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

TYW Manufacturing inaugurates new plant in Mexico On June 2, TYW Manufacturing inaugurated a new plant in Irapuato, Guanajuato, with an investment exceeding USD 50 million.   The facility will produce components and digital dashboards for Kia and Stellantis and is expected to generate 1,000 direct jobs, including 650 for women and 350 for men from Irapuato, Abasolo, and Pénjamo.   According to Guanajuato's Secretary of Economy, Claudia Cristin...

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has already been deployed in tens of millions of vehicles. As OEMs move towards software defined vehicles, QNX Hypervisor 8.0 is poised to bring the valuable benefits of QNX SDP 8.0, driving the next generation of automotive technology. QNX is trusted as the software foundation by leading OEMs and Tier 1s worldwide, including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo. (BlackBerry release ...

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Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System to pre-integrate silicon, middleware, application software and services on the platform, propelling next-gen software-defined vehicles. While automakers have long relied on a diverse ecosystem of IP providers, silicon vendors, independent software vendors (ISVs), tier-1 suppliers and global systems integrators (GSIs), the shift towards a software-centric design approach necessitates more focused partnerships. ...

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SUBCON Thailand 2025 spurs strong trade, xEV parts deals reach THB 3.65 billion Announced on May 20, 2025, Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) reported strong results from the 19th SUBCON Thailand 2025, held from May 14–17. The event drew over 46,000 attendees and 68 buyer delegations from 13 countries, resulting in 9,975 business matching sessions and projected trade value exceeding THB 22 billion in industrial parts. A special activity, th...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

f an end-to-end automotive ecosystem. Backed by multi-billion-dirham investments from global industry leaders, the programme aims to transform Abu Dhabi into the region’s leading hub for smart automotive manufacturing, R&D, auctions, and luxury vehicles. The program is projected to contribute AED 100 billion to Abu Dhabi’s GDP by 2045, attract over AED 8 billion in FDI, and create 7,000 high-skilled jobs. The inclusion of advanced R&D and eng...

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Stellantis strengthens local ties at Algeria suppliers’ convention, signs new deals to increase localization On May 22, Stellantis MEA announced that it hosted its second International Suppliers’ Convention in Oran, Algeria on May 20-21, 2025, bringing together over 200 participants from more than 75 local and international automotive suppliers. The event highlighted Stellantis’ plans to grow a strong automotive industry in the Algerian mar...

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Automotive electronics supplier Trensor breaks ground on first overseas plant in Malaysia On May 17, 2025, Trensor Co. Ltd., a leading automotive sensor manufacturer, broke ground on its first international production facility in Penang, Malaysia. The MYR 100 million investment will create 200 high-skilled jobs and is expected to generate MYR 200 million in annual sales once operations begin in 2026. Land has also been secured for future expansio...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

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

Lumax Auto Technologies to acquire remaining 25% stake in IAC India On May 16, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced that its board of directors has approved the acquisition of the remaining 25% shareholding in IAC International Automotive India Private Limited (IAC India) from its existing shareholder, IACG Holdings LUX SARL (IAC Lux). The acquisition will be executed through a share purchase agreement involving Lumax Auto Technologies, IAC ...

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DaikyoNishikawa taps new markets by strengthening coordination with departments to meet EV weight reduction needs DaikyoNishikawa Corporation (DaikyoNishikawa) will begin to develop new business with automakers and tier-1 (first-tier) automotive parts manufacturers by focusing on differentiated products. The company has established four strategic product areas and a system for smooth collaboration among related departments so that it can quickly ...

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Nanotherm, Battelle partner on carbon nanotube-based automotive heating solutions On May 13, two Columbus, Ohio-based companies, Nanotherm, an innovator in carbon-based thermal technologies, and R&D giant Battelle announced a preliminary agreement aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of next-gen heating solutions for the automotive, industrial and consumer sectors. With an initial focus on the automotive industry, the team ...

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SUBCON Thailand 2025 to spotlight regional industrial parts sourcing power and xEV growth Announced on May 6, 2025, Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) and its partners will host SUBCON Thailand 2025, ASEAN’s premier industrial parts exhibition, from May 14–17 in Bangkok.  Now in its 19th year, the event, themed “The Global Sourcing Excellence,” will showcase Thailand’s supply chain strengths in key sectors such as automotive, electrifi...

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t and next-generation platforms. STRADVISION and Axera will align on joint technical efforts, exchange products, and technology roadmap insights, and engage in business development with mutual ecosystem partners. Initial focus will be placed on key automotive markets to expand their reach to global Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs over time. Based on STRADVISION press release...

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ISUZU South Africa launches 2025 MU-X SUV range, Introduces new ONYX XT 4X4 model On May 5, ISUZU Motors South Africa launched the latest version of the MU-X SUV. The line-up now also includes a new top-tier model, the 3.0-litre 4x4 ONYX XT, adding extra exclusivity to the range. The 2025 ISUZU MU-X range is available with prices starting at ZAR 752,300. The ISUZU MU-X comes with two turbodiesel engine options paired with six-speed automatic tra...

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Tata Technologies, India updates about new business wins in automotive segment On April 25, Tata Technologies announced that it is working with a global automotive Tier 1 supplier to develop advanced software for optimizing energy use across multiple battery packs in commercial vehicles. It also leads the design and development of interior and exterior trims for an Asian automotive OEM for its facelift vehicle program.  Tata Technologies is esta...

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Ilika, UK passes testing of Goliath battery by key OEM and Tier 1 partners On May 1, Ilika announced that it has received confirmations from OEM and Tier 1 partners that its P1 Goliath solid state battery prototypes meet the required performance specifications. Ilika confirmed that the tests covering energy capacity, charge rate, power delivery, and cycling performance showed the P1 cells meet their specifications. The results also showed consist...

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Indofast Energy and EVeez to deploy 20,000 electric bikes across indian cities On April 30, Indofast Energy, a battery-swapping solutions provider, announced a partnership with EVeez, a mobility service company, to deploy 20,000 electric bikes across key Tier I and Tier II cities in India over the next 24 months. Targeted cities include Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Vijayawada. The partnership aims to support quick commerce, e-comme...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

NRB Bearings, India expands capacity to fulfil BMW, Stellantis, Renault orders On April 27, NRB Bearings Limited approved a capacity expansion plan to support its lifetime-nominated business pipeline, amounting to INR 6 billion, from European Tier 1 customers. The expansion will cater to BMW, Stellantis, and Renault's next-generation electric, hybrid, and internal combustion engine (ICE) platforms. NRB has been nominated by Magna and other major ...

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