CMF CD) accounted for 75% of RMM’s European build in 2024. The Group’s Common Module Family architecture, dubbed the CMF, is a set of compatible modules that are interchangeable for cars of varying sizes. It is an integrated system as opposed to a fixed platform. The CMF architecture (including battery electric AmpR platforms developed by Ampere), should underpin around 90% of all European output by 2032. Two pure EV platforms based on the CM...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/27

powertrain Passenger car sales trends in 12 major countries (including ICE and all other powertrains) About this report   Sales of electric vehicles in the 12 major countries and the 3 Nordic countries of Norway, Sweden, and Finland (15 countries in total) totaled 1.861 million units in September, showing a 21.7% increase over the previous month (m/m), and a significant 22.8% increase compared to the same month last year (y/y). This was a new re...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/27

ility. A bag built into the seatbelt is deployed over the occupant's thigh (lap). The airbag is sandwiched between the occupant's thighs and upper body to prevent the head from colliding with the knees. In response to the shift to EVs, electric vehicles tend to have a more rigid body to protect the battery, for example, which increases the impact on occupants in the event of a collision. Therefore, the development of airbags with higher impact ab...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/27

Many Omoda and Jaecoo NEV models on display Changan: World premiere of the Avatr concept Vision Xpectra; Deepal brand on display Hongqi: EHS5 electric SUV unveiled Dongfeng Liuzhou: 3 EV models on display; accelerating globalization   The IAA Mobility 2025 mobility trade fair (International Motor Show Germany) attracted 750 exhibitors from 37 countries, 1/3 of which were Chinese brands, making it the country with the largest number of exhibitor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/20

Approximately 750 companies from 37 countries exhibited, and the number of visitors exceeded 500,000. As for exhibiting companies from China, the number of exhibitors increased from 75 in 2023 to approximately 100 this year. The exhibits covered a wide range of areas, including Chinese OEMs, drive batteries, electric drives, intelligent cockpits, automated driving, and ADAS.  This report introduces the trends exhibited by Chinese suppliers Hori...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/16

ology) Teardown reports MarkLines Fee-based Data & Reports   MarkLines Co., Ltd. (MarkLines) displayed a disassembled Chinese-made electric vehicle as a special exhibit at Automotive World Autumn.   The exhibit included the BYD Yangwang U8 (motor, e-Axle housing, inverter, thermal management, battery) and the BYD Song Plus DM-i (motor, reduction gear, inverter) that were disassembled at the Benchmark Center that MarkLines opened in August 2...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/14

IAA Mobility 2025: Autonomous Innovation Level 4 Autonomous Driving Technologies and Urban Mobility Solutions Summary Auve Tech MiCa 2.0 HOLON urban MOIA ID.Buzz AD PIX BEASTIE, ROBO SHOP and ROBO BUS   From September 8 to 14, 2025, the IAA MOBILITY took place in Munich for the third time.   The trade show at the Messe München exhibition grounds was open to industry professionals from 9–12 September, with a dedicated Press Day on 8 September...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/07

over 60% of the total. Highly Marelli, Valeo Japan, and Japan Climate Systems each account for around 10%, making Denso the dominant supplier. As electrification progresses in the future, it will be interesting to see how Valeo and Mahle, which have received a wide range of orders for liquid-cooled battery cooling systems for air conditioning systems in Europe and the United States, will fare in Japan. 2) Status of each supplier Denso Corporation...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/07

to 14, 2025 (including the open space exhibition period). IAA Mobility 2025 featured approximately 750 exhibitors from 37 countries and attracted more than 500,000 visitors. Attendance at the Summit increased by 13% compared to two years ago. Many Chinese OEMs and suppliers exhibited at this year's show, and Xinhuanet reports that more than 110 Chinese companies participated.   This report covers BYD, Leapmotor, in which the Stellantis Group has...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/06

IAA Mobility 2025: Europe’s next-gen mobility VW, CUPRA, Opel, Renault: From concepts to urban icons Summary CUPRA: Tindaya Showcar Opel: Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo and Mokka GSE Renault: Clio E-Tech Full Hybrid Volkswagen: ID. CROSS Concept, ID. EVERY1, T-Roc   From September 8 to 14, 2025, the IAA MOBILITY took place in Munich for the third time.   The trade show at the Messe München exhibition grounds was open to industry professi...

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

IAA Mobility 2025: Chinese Battery Suppliers CATL, CALB, Gotion High-tech and EVE Energy expanding in Europe Summary CATL: Introducing Shenxing Pro battery to the European market CALB: 5C ultra-fast charging battery compatible with the new XPeng P7 Gotion High-tech: Gemstone all-solid-state batteries and smart mobile charging EVE Energy: Omnicell large cylindrical battery and Battery Passport   IAA Mobility 2025, the annual International Motor S...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/29

by powertrain Passenger car sales trends in 12 major countries (including ICE and all other powertrains) About this report   Sales of electric vehicles in the 12 major countries and the 3 Nordic countries of Norway, Sweden, and Finland (15 countries in total) totaled 1.519 million units in August, showing an 8.1% increase over the previous month (m/m), and a significant 19.4% increase compared to the same month last year (y/y). The market share ...

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

IAA Mobility 2025: Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz The role of design as electric vehicle differentiator Summary Audi: Concept C, Q3 e-Hybrid BMW: iX3 Mercedes-Benz: Electric GLC, CONCEPT AMG GT XX   From September 8 to 14, 2025, the IAA MOBILITY took place in Munich for the third time. The trade show at the Messe München exhibition grounds was open to industry professionals from 9–12 September, with a dedicated Press Day on 8 September. The city...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/22

GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show 2025 Chinese and Indonesian manufacturers, VinFast and more Summary Chinese automakers Indonesian manufacturers VinFast Hyundai Japanese automakers   The 32nd GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) was held at ICE BSD in Tangerang, near Jakarta, from July 24 to August 3, 2025. The event is organized annually by the Indonesian Automotive Industry Association (GAIKINDO), and other events inclu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/19

in 52 68 23 29 58 99.8% 5 Italy 55 71 29 35 58 63.3% 6 Türkiye 71 101 19 55 53 -4.0% 7 Switzerland 59 61 28 30 33 9.9% 8 France 53 53 23 23 29 24.9% 9 Poland 13 26 7 13 27 105.4% 10 The Netherlands 33 44 19 24 18 -23.5% (Source: Created from MarkLines database)   The figure below shows the sales trends of Chinese OEMs in the European market. In August 2024, the EU announced countervailing duties on Chinese-made EVs, which tempo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/16

, production of luxury brands fell by 14% y/y; production of joint venture brands fell by 1% y/y; and production of domestic brands grew by 20% y/y. New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) In August, wholesale volumes of New Energy passenger cars totaled 1.282 million units, up 22.3% y/y. Specifically, battery electric vehicle (BEV) volumes totaled 815,000 units, up 38.5% y/y; plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) volumes totaled 368,000 units, ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/10

its, down 4.8% compared to the same period in 2024.   The FTI also highlighted a key milestone in Q2 2025: Thailand began producing electric pickup trucks in April, with the first batch exported overseas in May.   Domestic vehicle sales in H1 2025 totaled 302,694 units, down 1.7% YoY. However, Q2 showed positive momentum, with April sales up 1.0% YoY, May rising 4.7%, and June rising 5.1% YoY, partly due to a low base in 2024. This three-month ...

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

5, when ADAS is widespread, there are few mass-produced steer-by-wire systems. While this technology may be unnecessary for ADAS, it is an essential device for Level 4 automated driving (“fully unmanned driving" within a limited area), which does not require human-operated steering. Companies are showcasing their technologies in concept cars and other vehicles for this purpose. Ultimately, companies are looking for systems that include automate...

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

Electrification in Indonesia From the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show Summary From an interview with Periklindo (the Indonesian Electric Vehicle Industry Association) Electric vehicles Electrified motorcycles Electrified tricycles   There is currently no significant movement in Indonesia to switch from BEVs (battery electric vehicles) to HEVs (hybrid electric vehicles). BEV prices are approaching those of ICE (internal combustion engine) powere...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/20

ueling takes about 15 minutes (the refueling time for current diesel trucks is about 10 minutes). However, there are not many hydrogen stations that can handle twin filling at this time. Because the fuel cell stacks alone do not provide enough power, the vehicle is equipped with two 30kWh secondary batteries and two motors, which are used in conjunction with the fuel cell stack for driving. The vehicle can also be driven in EV mode for several ki...

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