[Exclusive Interview] JTEKT: A Dual-Track Approach of Hardware and Software as the Era of Widespread Steer-by-Wire Adoption Approaches Building on its pioneering development of the column-type electric power steering (C-EPS) system (second photo) in 1988, the first of its kind in the world, JTEKT (JTEKT Corporation) has continued to build on its technical expertise and track record in both hardware and software. While maintaining its focus on har...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

[Exclusive Interview] Geely on Global Powertrain Strategy in a Multi Track Transition: System Level Innovation and Global Differentiation At the occasion of the Vienna Motor Symposium 2026, MarkLines had the privilege of conducting a written interview with Ms. Ruiping Wang, Senior Vice President, Geely Auto, exploring Geely's global powertrain strategy and its approach to innovation amid the industry's multi track transition. Based on these direc...

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Bridgestone supplies bespoke Potenza tires for new Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) has been chosen as the exclusive tire partner for the new Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster, with just 15 units planned. The company has supplied two bespoke Potenza tire fitments designed for road and track use. It has developed Potenza Sport ultra-high-performance tires in sizes 265/30 ZRF21 on the front and 355/25 ZRF22 on the rea...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

nized by the Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association (TAPMA) and Informa Markets to support Thailand’s ambitions of becoming a regional hub for EVs, advanced automotive technologies, aftermarket services, and next-generation mobility.  Industry representatives highlighted Thailand’s multiple-track strategy of supporting existing internal combustion-engine vehicle manufacturing while advancing electrification under the government’s 30:30 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

tage and more a prerequisite for remaining competitive globally at all. At the same time, we must not forget the end customer and the “customer experience”. We see a major challenge in charging infrastructure, for example. Across Europe, development is highly uneven. Only a few countries are on track, while others lag far behind. This slows the adoption of electric mobility more than the vehicle offerings themselves. The vehicles are availabl...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

Freightliner Cascadia trucks in North America, where Aeva is the exclusive long-range LiDAR supplier.  Atlas is powered by Aeva’s Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) technology, which measures range and velocity for every detected point, enabling autonomous systems to directly detect and track objects at distances of up to 500 meters while maintaining strong performance across a variety of weather and lighting conditions. (Aeva release...

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tes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, with a top speed of 180 km/h. The car is powered by a 54 kWh battery (51 kWh usable). The model features front-wheel drive with a limited-slip differential and a sport-tuned chassis. It offers three driving modes i.e., Sport mode provides full performance with track-focused tuning, Normal mode delivers 231 hp with balanced performance, and Eco mode prioritises efficiency with a reduced top speed of 150 km/h....

News  Updated at: 2026/05/06

apacity of its Georgia plant by 50%, bringing the first phase to 300,000 units of annual production capacity for the company’s mid-sized vehicle platform, which will also spawn a R3 and R3X version. Original plans were 200,000 units initially and 200,000 in a later second phase. Rivian remains on track to begin vehicle production in Georgia in late 2028. In support of the Georgia facility, Rivian has been working with the U.S. Department of Ene...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/02

(777) million even as wholesale deliveries increased 9.7% from Q1 2025 to 34,000 units. Ford continues to optimize first-generation EVs for profitability while preparing to launch affordable models on the new UEV platform and ramp Ford Energy. Ford CFO Sherry House explained that the company is on track to recover profits lost because of the Novelis aluminum plant fire in the second-half of 2026, and that the company remains on track to deliver ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/01

GM International sales climbed 24.7% to 106,000 units, and revenue was up 20.8% to USD 2.9 billion   • GM China JV sales fell 5.7% to 428,000 units, though revenue was up 11.8% to USD 5.7 billion The North American margin of 10.1% included a 1.5ppt benefit from the tariff adjustment, and is on track to achieve 8–10% for a full year target. GM updated its 2026 guidance to:   • Net income of USD 9.9 to 11.4 billion, from USD 10.3 to 11.7...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

atibility of Talga’s Talnode graphite products for fast-charge applications and demand for resilient FEOC-free (Foreign Entity of Concern) supply chains. With direct customer support, Talga is progressing non-dilutive funding pathways and instruments through individual government programs to fast-track the scale-up to commercial production in the near term. Based on press release from Talga Group Ltd...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

st fully electric car will be revealed in 2026, starting a new phase focused on sustainable luxury while still offering hybrid and ICE models. In 2025, Bentley reduced its carbon dioxide emissions to its lowest levels and continued running carbon-neutral operations at its Crewe facility, staying on track for its electric launch. Bentley is also working on a broader plan to cut emissions across the entire vehicle lifecycle. This includes using tec...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

long-term effort to bridge academia and industry, develop future-ready EV engineers, and support Malaysia’s green mobility and automotive sustainability goals. The 5-year program develops EV talent and research, selecting 10–15 UTM Electrical Engineering (Hons) students annually for a 1.5-year track starting in Year 3.  The initiative includes the establishment of a dedicated PERODUA–UTM xEV Engineering Laboratory equipped with advanced a...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

aboratory for New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) and intelligent connected vehicles (ICVs) in Huainan, Anhui. The new laboratory, Huainan’s first key laboratory related to the NEV and ICV industries, comes with 12 subordinate laboratories (including 2 remote laboratories in Nanjing) and a supporting test track. Specializing in the integrated development and application research of NEVs and ICVs, the new laboratory is positioned as a basic research inst...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

son Greer said he doesn’t expect negotiations on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on trade to be resolved by July 1. “I think that we aren’t probably going to be able to resolve all issues by July 1,” Greer said at the Washington D.C.-based Hudson Institute. “But I think we are on track to resolve many of them and to move as quickly as we can.” July is the required deadline for the U.S. to notify Canada and Mexico about its pl...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

cross various industries, including SoftBank and Honda, as well as NEC Corporation, Sony Group Corporation, Nippon Steel Corporation, Kobe Steel, Ltd., MUFG Bank, Ltd., Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and Mizuho Bank, Ltd. Preferred Networks, Inc. (PFN, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo), which has a proven track record in AI development, is also expected to participate in the development. The platform model is envisioned to be integrated with robots and ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

Electric G-Class. The LWB E-Class remained the highest-selling luxury car in India. The entry luxury segment declined 18% in FY 2025–26. Waiting periods for the AMG G63 and Maybach S-Class extend up to 12 months. Alongside the results, Mercedes-Benz launched two new AMG models: the AMG A45 S Aero Track Edition 4MATIC+, priced at INR 8.7 million, powered by a 1,991cc four-cylinder engine producing 421 hp and 500 Nm with a 0–100 km/h time of 3....

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

ic transportation operators in Paris, France. The vehicle completed approximately 3,000 kilometers of autonomous driving under real-world urban conditions, including open traffic. As part of the project, the Autonomous e-ATAK passed comprehensive technical validation processes conducted at the test track of UTAC, one of France’s leading automotive testing and certification organizations. The achieved 98% autonomous driving rate demonstrated the...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

X90 reached 323 units, its highest level in the past year, topping the 7-seat D-segment SUV segment. Growth was supported by refreshed ICE models, new product introductions, and continued investment in technology, retail and aftersales capabilities, as well as localization efforts, alongside a dual-track strategy focused on fuel efficiency improvements and expansion of EV and PHEV offerings. (From Proton press release dated April 2, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

Rivian R2 employee deliveries to begin soon, customer deliveries on track to follow Several sources have confirmed that Rivian sent an email on April 2 to its workers regarding the R2 employee delivery program. According to the email, all Rivian employees, as well as those working for the Rivian-Volkswagen Technologies (RV Tech), are eligible for the program, for a limited amount of vehicles. Rivian's software chief Wassym Bensaid also confirmed ...

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