een justified, given the agreements that have already been reached with some trading partners. Still, there are limits to how long this situation can continue, and we believe that price increases will be forthcoming with the arrival of more 2026 model year vehicles, especially those that are seeing facelifts.Another element to the puzzle of LV sales in 2025 is the removal of $7,500 EV tax credits from the end of September. Consumers may take deli...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/29

d to replace conventional meters, as well as the status of their adoption and development BMW Panoramic Vision displayed on the lower edge of the windshield Avatr 12 ultra-wide meter display AI avatar trends   Explanation of avatar design trends that are attracting attention as an interface between AI and the vehicle occupants amid the introduction of AI BMW's intelligent personal assistant avatar General trends in HMI of ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/24

impact will be most severe next year, and we have therefore lowered our 2026-27 projections by 13%. The longer-term forecasts have also decreased by approximately 10% compared to our previous estimates.    Since nearly 85% of GMK’s Korean production is shipped to the US, the brand is likely to face continued challenges in the near term.  Tariffs are likely to impact GM Korea (GMK) the most, as the automaker has been shipping nearly 85% of ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/23

h of 11% YoY expansion. The wholesale export-included measure set a record high for the month of September. With exports excluded, the selling rate came in at 28.7mn units/year, leaving the Q3 average just below 30mn. The continuing effects of the market’s price war still drive sales as consumers face very competitive prices at the dealership, month after month. Meanwhile, Chinese government support including the trade-in incentive scheme, cont...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/21

on to adjust the illumination range). By reducing the light irradiated onto traffic signs, it is possible to reduce glare caused by reflections, block light from being directed at pedestrians, and prevent dazzling. For low beams, lane guides and navigation displays can be projected onto the road surface, and the feet of pedestrians crossing in front of the vehicle can be emphasized making it easier to spot pedestrians. Stanley Electric Co., Ltd....

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

MotoCorp, Infineon Technologies, Brakes India, Bosch India, and ZF India. The session emphasized the need to strengthen India's automotive supply chain and reduce vulnerabilities amid global geopolitical uncertainties.  Here are some of the key points of the discussion. Global supply chains have faced major disruptions due to pandemics, geopolitical conflicts, and shortages of critical components like semiconductors and rare earth magnets. To ...

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

Space. Audi Concept C study   The Audi Concept C is an embodiment of athletic minimalism. A commitment to purity of form, as if crafted from a single piece of metal: clear, technical, intelligent and emotional. Exterior design impressions of the Audi Concept C: the new Audi brand face features the vertical frame that reimagines the brand's legacy and a distinctive four-element light signature (IAA MOBILITY 2025 organized by Ver...

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

Electric Co., Ltd. are reported in detail in the Analysis Report: Lighting (Japanese Market).   The development trend of lighting in the U.S. and European markets, as in the Japanese market, includes high performance ADBs and the development of communication lamps that project markings on road surfaces. Compared to the Japanese market, the U.S. and European markets are leading in terms of practical application, and new technologies from each co...

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

500Wh/kg Cycle life - - > 1,000 cycles > 1,500 cycles Rate performance - - 2C 4C Production line equipment - Customized facilities (2025) Mass production line - Cost - - CNY 1.5 /Wh < CNY 0.8 /Wh (Source: Prepared by MarkLines based on the content of the presentation) Solid-solid interface issues   Currently, all-solid-state batteries face challenges related to the solid-solid interface. Specific issues include insufficient solid-s...

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

sales reached 7.4 mn units globally. Despite trade tensions continuing to challenge the global outlook, the auto market accelerated in the US with a stronger selling rate despite OEM concerns. China also maintained its momentum amid favorable price conditions and government support. Western Europe faced a weaker month across most major markets, though Germany saw its strongest PV market in over a year. North America US...

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

otive manufacturing technologies with technological elements, and shift from a traditional manufacturing company to a smart mobility technology company. This strategy is not only a proactive response to technological trends, but also a milestone for proactive change and long-term development in the face of new industrial competition. Restructuring strategies: Technological equality and ecosystem symbiosis 1. SAIC will build a technological founda...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/12

also forecasts sales of USD 21,875 million to USD 22,875 million, core operating income of USD 915 million to USD 1,175 million, and adjusted BITDA of USD 1,535 million to USD 1,795 million for 2025. The Seating division’s products include seating systems and complete seats, seat trim covers, surface materials such as leather and fabrics, structural and mechanical components such as frames and mechanisms, seat accessories such as headrests, te...

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

r 2% as sales reached 7.7 mn units globally. Trade tensions began to affect the key markets of the US and Western Europe, while in China, sales remain robust amid favorable market conditions and incentives. In Western Europe, the story is broadly unchanged as consumer confidence remains weak in the face of stagnant economic growth and political uncertainty. In the US, sales were down due to two fewer selling days as well as fewer OEMs offering pr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/22

system can automatically switch between BEV, HV, and EREV (Electric Range Extender Vehicle) modes. The AI-equipped four-wheel drive (4WD) system identifies the terrain in real time and automatically switches drive modes (front-wheel drive / rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive) according to road surface conditions. In terms of safety, the Shendun Golden Battery is equipped with an explosion-proof coating to prevent deformation, ignition, and expl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/30

selling rate is estimated to be 92 mn units/year, building on the improvement seen in March. In year-on-year (YoY) terms, the market saw another strong month of growth, with sales up 6% to 7.3 mn units. Both China and the US demonstrated a strong performance, YoY, while Western Europe continues to face challenges. In the US, the momentum from the pull-forward effect observed in March persisted, contributing to another impressive sales figure in ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/21

Trumpchi Xiangwang 1 CONCEPT, a smart flagship sedan. Trumpchi Xiangwang S9 The vehicle dimensions are: Overall length 5,060mm x width 1,950mm x height 1,760mm with a wheelbase of 2,930mm. The exterior features a luxurious two-tone design. It features 21-inch wheels ispired by the moon, a closed face design, flush door handles, an integrated body and smooth body lines. In addition, the front face is equipped with a 2,210mm long LED tape light ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/20

tion mid-size PHV sedan, the “Sealion 06 DM-i” mid-size PHV SUV, and the mid-size SUV "Sealion 06 EV”.   "Dynasty-D” full-size SUV concept model   BYD held the world premiere of the Dynasty-D full-size concept model. The "Dynasty-D" has a dragon as its design motif, and the all-new "Loong Face" front fascia was inspired by the curved eaves of a palace. The three-dimensional dragon's whisker design, which is 2.4m in length, features one ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/14

,800. Based on the MEGA Ultra Intelligent Renewal Edition, two swivel seats have been added to accommodate 45-degree ingress and egress. Other new features include 180-degree rotating facing seats and electric sliding doors. MEGA Home Family Special Edition Seat can be rotated 180 degrees to face each other.       XPeng exhibited all of its popular models at the motor show, with the P7+ ultra-long range Max flagship version and the 2...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/09

V complexity stems from the fact that EVs require changes in consumer behavior, as the EV charging experience differs significantly from the refueling experience. Anjan Kumar described three general factors that define customer adoption: frequency, productivity and cost. He noted that EVs currently face challenges in frequency of use, where issues such as range anxiety and charging inconvenience emerge, as well as increased costs compared to ICE ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/30

ny’s vision to tackle emissions, safety, and operational efficiency—redefining what trucks can do on the road.   Industry Challenges Industry Challenges (CAR IT Symposium 2025 organized by CAR – Center Automotive Research, Duisburg; Slide: © Daimler Truck AG)   Commercial vehicles face two critical challenges: Environmental Impact: Trucks account for 7% of global CO2 emissions. Safety: In Europe 14.2% of fatal road crashes invo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/22