ag specifications and performance. Safety, cost of components, sustainability, and CSR   The sheer number of airbag-equipped vehicles on the market has increased the number of news articles about recalls and other defects, complaints of false deployment, and concerns about the improper use of seat covers inhibiting side airbag deployment. In addition, as the number of vehicles equipped with airbags with a high vehicle age has increased in the ma...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Trends Trends in the Four Countries Comparison of Trends with Developed Countries Reference Materials   This report was created by MarkLines based on patent information from the "Technical Information Distribution Service - AI Ninja" provided by Toyota Technical Development Corporation (TTDC), and covers current technological topics surrounding the automotive industry. TTDC operates intellectual property (IP) and measurement and control business...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

connection to the building's power system.   This was their first time exhibiting at a trade show, and they stated they aim to start sales in 2026-2027. V2B Charging and Discharging SystemV2B Charging and Discharging System display panel Otsuka Sangyo Material: Nonwoven sound-absorbing cover   Otsuka Sangyo Material (Ohtsuka Sangyo Material Co., Ltd.) is a manufacturer of automotive seat components and pads made from molded nonwoven...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/28

n the figure below, from 2023 to 2024, the strong performance of Li Auto’s range extender EVs supported the market share of PHEVs. Subsequently, from the second half of 2024 to 2025, new BEV models such as the Xiaomi SU7 and the XPeng MONA M03 were record-breaking hits, leading to a significant recovery and high BEV share due to the rapid development of charging infrastructure and ultra-fast charging technology. On the other hand, the proportio...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/20

ors from overseas accounted for 62.1%. This exhibition featured a concentrated display of cutting-edge technologies and products in the battery and energy storage sectors.   This report focuses on batteries and related technical solutions for New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) showcased at the exhibition, covering battery and materials suppliers such as CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd.), REPT BATTERO (REPT BATTERO Energy Co., Ltd.), BTR (...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/14

SDV Mechanisms and Services (Development Environment and Delivering Added Value) From Automotive World 2026 exhibition coverage Summary NTT DATA creating new value (NTT DATA) Towards the Realization of a Mobility DX Strategy (Fuji Soft)   This report describes exhibits presented by NTT DATA, Inc. (NTT DATA) and Fuji Soft Incorporated (Fuji Soft) related to SDVs (Software Defined Vehicles) at the Automotive World 2026 (Spring): Advanced Automoti...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Electrified Vehicle (xEV) Sales Monthly Report (February 2026) Slowdown in BEV and PHEV sales in Chinese market, creating a mix of recovery hopes and uncertainty Global electrified vehicle sales and composition by powertrain (BEV/PHEV/HEV) Trends in sales volume and share of electrified vehicles (xEVs) in major countries and new car sales trends by country Trend in sales volume of electrified vehicles (xEVs) of major OEMs About this Report ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/27

that more time and structural reforms would be needed to improve TMD's profitability and strengthen its competitiveness. Nisshinbo Brake Inc. is continuing its friction materials business mainly in Japan, the Americas, China, and Asia. 2) Supplier overview System suppliers   The suppliers covered in this report are divided into two general categories: system controls suppliers and foundation brake component suppliers. While Bosch sold i...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/24

sty, Ocean, Fang Cheng Bao, and Yangwang. BYD also announced its "Flash Charging China" strategy, which aims to accelerate the deployment of high-power charging infrastructure by building approximately 20,000 Flash charging stations throughout China by the end of 2026.  For this report, MarkLines covered a technology presentation held in Shenzhen and has compiled a summary of new technologies related to battery electrode reconstruction and fast...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/19

eft of the valve) and the valve is designed to be weaker than the tank itself. If this part breaks and the valve blows off, it will hit the engine (blue) and fall to the ground, thus reducing the risk of a direct hit to the driver. The ignition coil (black) is mounted on the engine head cover (blue). It is a high-energy type with a large winding section. The supplier is Tabuchi Electric Co., Ltd. The ignition system of this engine use...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Map-related Technologies and Services Supporting Autonomous Driving From Automotive World 2026 exhibition coverage Summary Map data and vehicle positioning technology (Zenrin, Zenrin DataCom, KDDI) Control development technology (Hitachi Solutions, Infosys) Autonomous driving support (MAP IV/Okaya & Co., Fuji Soft) Self-driving taxi business (newmo) AD/ADAS components (Vispect, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Cornes Technologies)   Automotive Wor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Toward Net-Zero Powertrain: From Technology Competition to Collaboration From the presentation coverage at the CTI Symposium Germany 2025 Summary Hybrid Futures – A Key Path to Net Zero (Horse Powertrain / Renault, Geely) Development of EV Powertrain and Battery for the Third Generation LEAF (Nissan) Lightweight Twin Electric Drive Unit Platform with Torque Vectoring (InfiMotion / Geely) Electric Drive Efficiency – A Systematic Engineering Ap...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/06

y circulating and spraying oil. 3D scan data shows the component configuration of the rear motor. Rear motor 3D scan data components exploded view   Furthermore, for each of the components that make up the motor shown in the diagram below (A: Stator, B: Rotor, C: Motor housing, D: Motor cover), a Bill of Materials (BOM) was created that calculates the specifications, dimensions, material costs, processing costs, manufacturing costs, e...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/04

SDV: Data-driven architectures, Shift Left, Agentic AI From the presentation coverage at the SDV Europe 2025 Summary AUMOVIO: Scalable Function Deployment for SDV Bosch: Enabling the Software-Defined Vehicle: Accelerating SDV integration with Continuous Integration and Testing (CI/CT) Porsche: Beyond the engine - Ensuring speed and quality in Porsche's software supply chain BMW: Agentic AI in the Car - From Orchestration to Agentic Personalizatio...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/18

ne Group Holding Vehicle parts Thailand/Japan NTN Manufacturing (Thailand) - Eastern Seaboard Automotive Products Plant Power transmission system parts for motorcycles Thailand/Singapore CTS Automotive Suspension system parts for vehicles April (March 31 - April 22, 2025) China Kales Car seat covers Maichi International Machinery Manufacturing (Thailand) Caliper assemblies for vehicle braking systems Ningbo Guangya Car Accessories Gaske...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/17

and hydrophobic polyolefin resin are uniformly dispersed to achieve a flexural modulus 2-4 times higher and impact strength approximately three times higher than conventional molded polypropylene resin, while maintaining flexural strength at the same level.   At the exhibition booth, a shift lever cover injection-molded from ToughCel pellets was introduced, providing a clear example of its application to the automotive interior components. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

rocess. Cores punched out of electromagnetic steel sheets using a press have sharp edges and burrs on the corners, so the insulation is reinforced with insulating paper, a method that has been used for 100 years.   Resin molded insulators depend on the thickness of the mold, but if they completely cover the stator core and there are no problems with edges or burrs, they can be a cost-effective and reliable method. Resin insulated statorDi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

nsive hardware. Amazon gave a demonstration of an in-vehicle assistant powered by Alexa+.   This report is the first in a series which highlights automotive content shown at CES 2026. This report will focus on entertainment technologies in vehicles from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Afeela. It will also cover infotainment solutions showcased by suppliers including Aumovio, LG Electronics, QNX, Pioneer, and Amazon. BMW iX3 electric compact SUV featurin...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/02

te. Richard Backhaus OPINION “Monoculture is not a winning formula. That is true for both road vehicles and racing cars. In the transportation sector, focusing solely on electric mobility is leading to a dead end, as its widespread introduction is taking too long and electric drive systems cannot cover all requirements satisfactorily because of technical and economic shortcomings. In motorsport, we have reached the limits of what is possible us...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/07

senting electric experience, smart evolution, and elegant style. The new model features a newly designed front face with a luminous logo and penetrating lights, embodying the characteristics of the electric age.   With the addition of the Passat ePro, the VW Group's Pro Series has been expanded to cover sedan/SUV vehicle types and gasoline/PHEV powertrains. Passat ePro Tayron L PHEV   FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (FAW-VW) re...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/05