ment.   The GSE sub-brand from Opel originally stood for Grand Sport Einspritzung (Grand Sport Injection), which referred to sporty models with fuel injection, like the Commodore GS/E and Monza GSE from the 1970s and 1980s. These cars were known for their performance and distinctive styling.   In 2022, Opel redefined GSE to mean Grand Sport Electric, marking a shift toward electrified performance. The new GSE models combine dynamic driving char...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/02

petitiveness in the global market in the transportation equipment interior materials business. The new company established by Tachi-S in China to manufacture and sell seat parts, TF-Metal Zhejiang Co., Ltd., is beginning to show results, as it has been approved by the Chinese authorities in October 2022 and is moving forward to win new orders. In addition, Tachi-S established a joint venture in November 2022 to expand into the Indian market. (Det...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/27

ld seem likely to avoid tariffs and take advantage of US battery production subsidies. Honda Group's Light Vehicle Sales Forecast (GlobalData, Q2 2025) （Click here to download 73 countries forecast table.） (Units) The table can be scrolled left and right. COUNTRY GLOBAL MAKE LOCAL MAKE 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Honda Group Honda Honda 3,679,441 3,799,856 3,641,216 3,439,250 3,176,938 3,102,264 3,167,936 Acura Acura 116,...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/26

steer-by-wire (SBW) with a fail-safe mechanism. This steer-by-wire system uses a clutch to connect the steering wheel to the front axle, and if a fault is detected, the system will mechanically connect as usual. In addition, the safety design includes the use of three ECUs to ensure redundancy. In 2022, Toyota launched a steer-by-wire (SBW) system for the bZ4X and Lexus RZ electric vehicles that physically separates the steering and tires. This ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/18

wing particularly notable growth: XPeng, Leapmotor, and Xiaomi. Sales trends of emerging Chinese EV brands in China (2023-2025) Through the first half of 2024   In the Chinese market, where NEVs (New Energy Vehicles: BEVs, PHVs, FCVs) continue to gain prominence, from the second half of 2022 until the first half of 2024, following the major brands such as BYD (BYD Auto Co. Ltd.) and Geely (Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd.), Li A...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/17

nvestigated. Source: Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry "Mobility DX Strategy"https://www.meti.go.jp/policy/mono_info_service/mono/automobile/jido_soko/pdf/mobilitydxsenryaku2025.pdf   In 2020-2021, the number of patent applications in this area was as high as 450 per year, but since 2022, the number of patent applications is on a declining trend. Also, looking at the number of patent applications filed by each company, Toyota Moto...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/09

rovince) announced a contract to establish a joint innovation center with Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. It will be located within the Changan Automotive R&D Center in Chongqing, and the company plans to focus on developing new technologies for automotive lighting and measurement. India: In September 2022, the company announced the opening of a new technology research and development center in Bangalore, India. Activities in Bangalore will focus on...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/09

rgy Co., Ltd. (Blue Energy), a joint venture (JV) between Honda and major battery manufacturer GS Yuasa (51% owned by GS Yuasa and 49% by Honda), is gradually increasing the production capacity of its Osadano Plant, which was established in 2009, to 20 million units (FY2019) and 50 million units (FY2022). On the other hand, the lithium-ion battery plant for EVs in the Kasahara area of Moriyama City, Shiga Prefecture, which was scheduled for compl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/03

parameters like a normal synchronous motor. It is possible to achieve high efficiency of IE4 or IE5 class with simple V/F open loop control, making it easy to replace conventional induction motors of IE3 class or below with IE4 or IE5 class motors.   The product has been marketed in the U.S. since 2022. Nidec: Rotor cutaway model of induction synchronous reluctance motor Nidec: Induction synchronous reluctance motor exhibit Nidec: Induct...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/29

h a 3.6% increase in June, primarily driven by strong demand for commercial vehicles, according to data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).   The decline in April 2025, the first YoY monthly drop since February 2022, was mainly due to a significant decrease in passenger car sales. CAMPI pointed to seasonal patterns, economic challenges, and shifting consumer ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/28

other INR 150 billion planned. As per the Vahan data, the state has over 555 thousand electric vehicles. As of December 2024, the state has 5,765 EV public charging stations. The electric vehicle registration of the last five years is as below. Vehicle category EV registration 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Two-wheeler 8,684 29,621 86,912 134,964 155,525 Light Motor and passenger vehicles 697 1,475 4,327 11,939 14,122 Three-wheeler 30...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/27

of solid-state batteries will accelerate. Predicting solid-state battery development The table can be scrolled left and right. Ideal development of the industry Research and development phase Semi-solid state battery mass production phase All-solid-state battery mass production phase 2021 2022-2026 2027 2030 Energy density - - 400Wh/kg 500Wh/kg Cycle life - - > 1,000 cycles > 1,500 cycles Rate performance - - 2C 4C Production li...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/22

volume production vehicles and electric rear-wheel steering systems, which are auxiliary systems. In this way, power steering systems have generally become standard equipment but system products are even now continuing to evolve. Reference: Installation status of steer-by-wire European cars The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG C 63 S adopted Schaeffler's steer-by-wire as part of technology demonstrations, and Schaeffler took the lead in steer-...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/21

ntaining pressure resistance, thereby improving hydrogen storage efficiency (the ratio of hydrogen storage volume to tank weight (20kg)) by approximately 10%. In addition, production of large tanks with a storage capacity of 8kg of hydrogen (tank weight 120kg) for commercial trucks began in October 2022. The second exhibit is a portable hydrogen cartridge with a hydrogen storage capacity of 200g (8.5kg tank weight). By safely and easily transpor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/14

esign but sacrificing ease of use and safety. Touchscreens can be distracting and in some cases even dangerous.   Despite their intuitive appeal, touchscreens in cars have been criticized in the media for making operation too complicated and potentially compromising safety.   A Swedish study from 2022 compared 12 vehicles and found that older vehicles with physical buttons allow drivers to focus their eyes on the road more effectively than newe...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Dacia Spring led the way.   Looking at the Renault Group’s sales by segment, Class B vehicles are the highest at 36.5% followed by C-segment SUVs and Vans. Renault Group’s electrified vehicle sales in 23 European countries(Source: Created based on MarkLines Renault Group Sales by Model (2022-2024/2025 Monthly)) Renault Group’s sales mix by segment in 23 European countries(Source: Created based on MarkLines Renault Group Sales by Mod...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/08

ilities in the Americas and Asia. In 2024, Europe, the Americas and Asia accounted for 47%, 26% and 27% of Faurecia’s total sales, respectively. Brose of Germany established a joint venture (JV) with VW to strengthen its OEM supply business, and the joint venture started its activities in January 2022. In the midst of their global expansion, major suppliers, especially in Asia, are establishing partnerships and JVs with leading local suppliers ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/06

ic vehicles (PHEVs), which are once again attracting attention as a replacement for battery EVs, were investigated. This report covers patent applications in Japan, China, the United States, Europe, and internationally.   The number of patent applications shows slight fluctuations between 2020 and 2022, but increases significantly to 521 in 2023. Looking at the number of patent applications filed by each company, Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/30

ngladesh (June 2025-) Thailand(February 2024-) - - Xforce Indonesia (October 2023-) Thailand(March 2025-) - - (Source: Prepared by MarkLines based on data from Mitsubishi Motors Corporation) Comparison of main specifications of the new Outlander PHEV (2025 model year) and the previous version (2022 model year) Model EV-mode range Front motor Rear motor Battery capacity Normal charging 0-80%Fast charging Max. Power Max. Torque Max. Power...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/30

ns Power generation Power generation / drive Power generation Externally supplied energy Electricity / fuel Electricity / fuel Fuel (Source: Compiled from MarkLines Electrified Vehicles by Model and various sources.)   All of the top 10 EREV models in the Chinese market went on sale after 2022 and are D-segment and E-segment SUV models, with a driving range of around 1,300km in CLTC mode.   The highest-selling EREV in the January-May p...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/28