CES 2026: SAESOL Tech, Korea, to present next-generation V2X security technology On December 22, SAESOL Tech announced that it will unveil its next-generation V2X security technology, designed to protect vulnerable road users (VRUs), the "S2X VRU Client," at CES 2026.  The S2X VRU Client can be deployed across various devices, including vehicles, smartphones, and wearable devices. Key features include privacy protection through anonymous certifi...

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LEPAS showcases L8 PHEV in Milan, Italy On December 23, LEPAS, the NEV brand under Chery Group, showcased its flagship model, the LEPAS L8, at Piazza Gae Aulenti in Milan, Italy. LEPAS L8’s features calm and refined interiors, smart layout and thoughtful design. Beyond the cabin, the LEPAS L8 also features 6.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function, allowing it to act as a mobile power source. It offers 1,300 kms of driving range. The Lepas L8 is th...

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CES 2026: XING Mobility, Taiwan, to present immersion-cooled battery technology On December 23, XING Mobility announced that it will showcase the world’s first immersion-cooled 800V high-voltage DC BBU, alongside Project V, an all-electric concept car from the British sports car brand Caterham, developed using its immersion-cooled battery technology, at CES 2026.  Project V, adopts XING Mobility’s IMMERSIO CTP module-free immersion cooled te...

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Joynext, Senior Smart Driving forge strategic partnership Joynext, a subsidiary of Ningbo Joyson Electronic Corp. (Joyson Electronic), signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Senior Smart Driving. Leveraging their respective resources and technology accumulation in intelligent connectivity, autonomous driving, and application scenarios, the two companies will cooperate on Level 4 intelligent driving solutions for specific scenarios, embodi...

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Chery Exeed enters 3.0 era On December 22, Exeed, a Chery sub-brand, announced the opening of a 3.0 era at a brand event in Beijing. In the 3.0 era, Exeed is committed to “becoming an innovator among global high-performance and luxury automobile brands amid intelligent mobility” by driving brand evolution from the perspectives of basic performance, value experience, and emotional expression and achieving leapfrogs in new technologies, new des...

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TASKING, Germany, joins Open RISC-V automotive chip innovation alliance On December 17, TASKING announced that it has joined the Open RISC-V Automotive Chip Innovation Alliance as one of its inaugural core members. The Alliance brings together the full automotive electronics value chain, spanning chip design, software development, and vehicle-level applications. Synopsys, SiFive, IAR, SEGGER, PLS, ETAS, Vector, and Elektrobit, etc., are joining t...

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Foton AUV unveils intelligent bus in Beijing On December 18, Foton AUV unveiled an intelligent bus in Beijing. The Foton AUV intelligent bus is designed with ultra-short front and rear overhangs to maximize the interior space, where passenger vehicle-oriented features, such as a wrap-around cockpit, one-piece body sides, and hidden air conditioner vents, are incorporated. The Foton AUV intelligent bus integrates V2X (Vehicle to Everything), big d...

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ROHM, Japan, and Tata Electronics, India, partner for semiconductor manufacturing in India On December 22, ROHM Co., Ltd. and Tata Electronics announced a partnership for semiconductor manufacturing in India for both the Indian and global markets. They will establish a manufacturing framework for power semiconductors in India by combining ROHM’s device technologies with Tata Electronics’ semiconductor assembly and test capabilities.  As the ...

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Motherson, India, to acquire 100% of wiring harness business of Nexans Autoelectric GmbH On December 22, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) announced that it has entered negotiations through its subsidiary Motherson Global Investments B.V. to acquire 100% of the global wiring harness business of Nexans autoelectric GmbH (“AutoElectric”). The enterprise value of the transaction is EUR 207 million, with closure expected by Q1FY...

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Ford unveils 2026 Everest and new Tremor off-road variant for Middle East On December 18, Ford Middle East and North Africa unveiled the new 2026 Ford Everest at the Liwa International Festival, featuring a Middle East-exclusive 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine. The company also introduced the region’s newest off-road-focused variant, the Everest Tremor. The 2026 Ford Everest is powered by a 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine producing 355 horsepower and 500 Nm o...

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Nissan announces refreshed 2026 Pathfinder for U.S. launch On December 22, Nissan announced pricing for the refreshed 2026 Pathfinder three-row SUV ahead of its U.S. launch early next year. Assembled in the U.S. since 2004, the Pathfinder is built in Smyrna, Tennessee. The 2026 Pathfinder reaches U.S. showrooms in early 2026 with a starting MSRP of USD 37,500. For 2026, the Pathfinder receives updated front and rear fascias, more convenient tech...

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TactoTek, Finland partners with ARRK SPG, Netherlands to expand IMSE Ecosystem for automotive production On December 19, TactoTek announced that ARRK SPG Pre-Series Tooling and Prototyping B.V., part of the ARRK Corporation, has joined the IMSE ecosystem as a licensee. With ARRK SPG joining the IMSE ecosystem, Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs will gain an additional development and manufacturing partner suited to automotive needs. The collaboration str...

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Cavan Auto introduces Beacon heavy-duty truck with both electric, hydrogen modes On December 18, Cavan Auto, a Foton Motor subsidiary, introduced the Beacon, a forward-developed vehicle model built on the world’s first heavy-duty truck-dedicated intelligent platform with both hydrogen and electric modes. The core advantage of the Beacon lies in a proprietary integrated platform compatible with battery electric, gaseous hydrogen, and liquid hydr...

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CATL, Voyah forge 10-year partnership Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed a 10-year agreement on deepening cooperation with Voyah in Ningde, Fujian. The two companies will launch long-term cooperation in areas such as new technology application, product supply, brand synergy, and global market expansion.Under the agreement, on the technology side, CATL will provide Voyah with battery technology to promote the application of it...

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onsemi, GlobalFoundries join to develop next-gen GaN power devices On December 18, onsemi announced it has signed a collaboration agreement with GlobalFoundries (GF) to develop and manufacture advanced gallium nitride (GaN) power products using GF’s state-of-the-art 200mm eMode GaN-on-silicon process, starting with 650V. “We are on track to begin providing samples to customers in the first half of 2026, and scale rapidly to volume productio...

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SiFive, US, and IAR, Sweden, collaborate to drive RISC-V innovation in automotive electronics On December 12, IAR and SiFive announced the full support of IAR’s toolchain for SiFive’s Automotive IP cores. With the latest release of Embedded Workbench for RISC-V, IAR expands its support from the E6-A series to include the SiFive Essential E7-A and S7-A series products.  IAR Embedded Workbench is a leading commercial embedded development toolc...

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Arm, UK, supports Rivian Gen 3 Autonomy Computer with custom chips On December 11, Arm announced that the Rivian Gen 3 Autonomy Computer is using a new custom autonomy chip, the Rivian Autonomy Processor (RAP1), which leverages the Arm compute platform. Built on Armv9, this custom chip gives Rivian a powerful foundation for next-generation autonomy.  Rivian Gen 3 Autonomy Computer is its third-generation autonomy hardware platform. The Arm Corte...

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GWM launches all-new TANK 700 in UAE and Middle East On December 15, Great Wall Motor (GWM) launched the all-new TANK 700. The vehicle is powered by a 3.0L Twin Turbo V6 engine, which generates 355 HP and 560 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The TANK 700 was already launched in China and has begun entering key overseas markets such as Eurasia and Kazakhstan. Its debut in the Middle East marks a significant mi...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Mitsubishi Electric Mobility: Taking on the Challenge of Responding to Every Mobility Segment The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. At the Mitsubishi Electric Mobility booth, we interviewed Director Masanobu Higashino. (Note: Mitsubishi Electric Mobility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric. It is...

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Maybach brand planned to be launched in Argentina in 2026 On December 17, it was reported that Prestige Auto, the representative of Mercedes-Benz in Argentina, plans to introduce the Maybach luxury brand in the country in 2026. The announcement was made by Daniel Herrero, president of Prestige Auto, during a press conference held at the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter plant in La Matanza. Maybach is the most exclusive luxury division of the German automak...

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