p for VW Autoeuropa in Palmela, Portugal, along with a new software system to manage it. For painting, the plant will use EcoBell4 Pro Hu system with 2x2K technology, which can apply both glossy and matte coats with one applicator while reducing cleaning material use. The system uses Dürr’s High Transfer Efficiency (HTE) method, achieving up to 90% efficiency. Optimized settings, special components, and lower operating speeds reduce air use by...

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FORVIA to transfer Augsburg site in Germany to General Dynamics European Land Systems FORVIA SE has signed an agreement to transfer its Augsburg site in Germany to General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS). The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and the completion of applicable information and consultation processes with employee representatives. It includes the transfer of approximately 300 employees and will support the site’...

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nership is the result of ongoing discussions and coordination between the two sides over the past period. The agreement will help El Nasr Automotive Company introduce products that meet international standards and expand its business in domestic and international markets. It will also help with the transfer of modern technologies to Egypt and increase localization. Based on social media updates of the Government of Egypt...

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CAVO Otomotiv, Turkiye, announces investment in North Macedonia for components production On June 16, the Ministry of Economy and Labor of North Macedonia announced that CAVO Otomotiv is investing EUR 21 million in the Technological and Industrial Development Zone of Tetovo. The investment will create 550 new jobs. CAVO Otomotiv will transfer part of the production currently carried out in Turkey and Slovakia to North Macedonia. Founded in 1984, ...

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for the manufacturing of Patria 6x6 armoured vehicles at Valmet Automotive’s Uusikaupunki plant in Finland. Under the agreement, the production capacity will increase to hundreds of vehicles annually. The deal builds on the cooperation agreement signed in December 2025, which covered technology transfer and the production of the first Patria 6x6 vehicles. The partnership is expected to support around 240 jobs for every 100 vehicles produced. ...

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Malaysia Vendors’ Association (MMVA) has expressed support for the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry’s (MITI) policy direction on electric vehicle (EV) localization, saying the framework could strengthen Malaysia’s automotive ecosystem through greater local participation, technology transfer, and supply chain development. MMVA said the policy encourages foreign automakers to invest in local assembly (CKD) operations and work with ...

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Chery responds to rumors of cooperation with Tata Group: only supplying auto knock-down kits, no technology transfer involved Chery Automobile announced on June 8 that, it has recently noted a number of media outlets citing foreign media reports to interpret the relevant cooperation between Chery Automobile and India’s Tata Group, which has subsequently led to extensive unfounded speculations. It hereby clarifies the actual situation as follows...

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e facility currently manufactures the DEEPAL S05 and NEVO Q05 for Thailand, ASEAN, and global right-hand-drive markets, with the NEVO Q05 receiving more than 2,200 bookings within a week of its launch.  Changan said the plant has supported local employment, supply chain development, and technology transfer and will continue investing in Thailand to strengthen the country's EV ecosystem. (From Changan Thailand press release)...

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discussions with NSK Ltd. (NSK) for their business integration planned for October 2027 to optimize operations by function, such as research, development, production, and office management. For the business integration, the two companies will establish a joint holding company by way of joint share transfer, under which they will become wholly owned subsidiaries. To realize synergy effects through the integration that will become one of the world...

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component industries, and the establishment of regional supply chains originating from Egypt. He discussed the need to create a Japanese industrial zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. He also looked forward to collaborating with Toyota Tsusho in attracting Japanese companies and facilitating the transfer of technology and industrial expertise to Egypt. Based on social media updates of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

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Leapmotor wins bid for commercial plot in Hangzhou for CNY 687 million On June 3, Zhejiang Natural Resources Online Trading Center announced on its official site that Leapmotor won a bid for the BJ030102-16 plot in the Xixing Quarter of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province for approximately CNY 687 million. With a land area of 17,080 square meters, a floor area of 90,524 square meters and a transfer term of 40 years, the plot is planned to be used for com...

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Divgi TorqTransfer, India updates about Indonesia program and new order wins In an investor update, Divgi TorqTransfer Systems announced that the Indonesia export program now covers both the Mahindra Scorpio pickup and Tata Motors Yodha pickup, with total volume confirmed at approximately 70,000 units split equally between the two OEMs and SOP on track for FY 2027 (ending March). The company has additionally won a 4-wheel drive transfer case con...

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Infineon Technologies to gradually transfer production from Tijuana to other facilities On June 2, Infineon Technologies announced the gradual transfer of production from its Tijuana site in Mexico to other global facilities as part of a manufacturing realignment strategy. The move aims to improve scalability, productivity, and long-term competitiveness across its global footprint. The Tijuana facility, focused on backend operations such as assem...

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pe in Stuttgart, Germany. It will present a new battery lid prototype. Its composite structure allows the integration of additional functional layers, such as flame-retardant layers or electromagnetic shielding, depending on vehicle and platform requirements. Manufactured using cost-effective Spray Transfer Molding (STM), the battery lid features glass fiber reinforcement and polyurethane matrix, offering high mechanical strength, formability for...

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, and machine learning, will scale its patent technology stack to broader vehicle segments under the collaboration. Dhoot Transmission will contribute local market expertise and manufacturing capabilities. Separately, Dhoot Transmission's subsidiary Dhoot Automotive Systems also entered a business transfer agreement with Bangalore-based Multilink to strengthen its electronics product capabilities. Based on Ride Vision social media update/ websi...

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include Internet in the Car, Mobile Private Networks, and Cloud Connect solutions. Under the expanded collaboration, Vodafone Business will provide Internet in the Car services to support vehicle diagnostics and over-the-air software updates, while its Cloud Connect solution will enable secure data transfer between vehicles and cloud platforms. These capabilities will allow GTEU to monitor vehicle performance and enhance the overall driver experi...

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the European automotive market. In April 2026, it announced the acquisition of Eisenmann GmbH (Eisenmann), a German manufacturer of paint equipment for automobile production plants, for JPY 12 billion. By establishing a business structure that allows it to offer comprehensive solutions for car body transfer and painting equipment, the company aims to expand its deliveries to European automakers, which account for a small share of its sales. Eisen...

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orage performance by more than 15% compared to conventional products. Also, the technology for sodium batteries has improved energy density by more than 20% by forming a coating layer of sacrificial cathode material on top of the cathode layer to improve the irreversible capacity problem. The newly transferred technologies can be applied directly to existing electrode manufacturing processes, improving battery characteristics without additional c...

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NADDC discusses vehicle assembly in Nigeria with Jiangling Motors Group, China On May 28, the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) announced that it held a meeting with Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. to discuss opportunities for local assembly, technology transfer, component localization, and industrial capacity development within Nigeria’s automotive sector. A Nigerian company, Cedric Masters Limited, also signed a coll...

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37 lb-ft of torque. The system is paired with a 34.1-kWh battery, enabling up to 100 km of pure electric range and total range of over 1,300 km. It offers seven driving modes as well as dedicated off-road settings. Off-road hardware includes front, rear and center differential locks, a 4L low-range transfer case, and a wading depth of 970 mm. Approach, breakover and departure angles stand at 35°, 21° and 28°, respectively. Inside, the G700 off...

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