innovative system replaces traditional loudspeakers by transforming interior surfaces—such as the instrument panel, A-pillars, and roof panels—into sound sources using compact actuators. The result is a speakerless, immersive audio experience that significantly reduces weight and installation space.  In a Volkswagen ID.4 participants could experience how the advanced AI-based system Perciv AI can enhance perception and validation in autonom...

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

e core with a coil winding machine. Because a complex shaped core gives rise to portions which are difficult to wind, such cores are often divided into pieces. Conversely, there is a structure in which a series of windings are made by inserting a large number of rectangular cross-section (improved space efficiency by winding with no gaps), short hairpin-shaped coil wires into the stator, welding the protruding sides in pairs then covering; such c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/09

C Stellantis Citroen e-Berlingo Van / e-Berlingo BEV Spain Vigo Plant 2021 LiB 50kWh NMC 102S2P 400 Stellantis Citroen e-C3 BEV Slovakia Trnava 2023 SVOLT LiB 44kwh LFP 400 Stellantis Citroen e-C4 BEV Spain Villaverde 2023 LiB 50kWh NMC 108S2P 400 Stellantis Citroen e-Jampy / e-SpaceTourer BEV France Hordain Plant 2021 LiB 50 / 75kWh Prismatic NMC 108S2P/108S3P 394.0 Stellantis Citroen e-Jumper BEV Italy Atessa Plant 2024 ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

sentation outlining the company’s innovation strategy and direction for next-generation technology development. At the beginning, CEO Ola Källenius delivered a video message emphasizing the importance of leadership amid rapid change in the automotive industry. He noted that with the accelerating pace of technological innovation, the diversification of customer expectations, and the uncertainties of the global environment, the entire industry i...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/28

reserved. China   New vehicle sales in October were 2.392 million units, reflecting an increase of 4.4% y/y (up 3.8% m/m).   According to an analysis by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), the Chinese automobile market in October saw automakers maintain a relatively fast pace of production and supply, due to the expectation that last-minute demand will increase towards the end of the year, as the policy of fully exempt...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/26

ia introduced a new GST structure, effective September 2025. This has contributed to increased sales of sub-4-meter segment compact cars. As for India, a large and relatively young population offers a positive factor for the sales outlook, but the widening income disparity raises concerns over the pace of middle-class expansion. The economy’s structural problems, particularly the fragile financial sector, pose a threat to India’s automotive ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/20

ior design of a car evokes “love at first sight,” the cockpit determines the driver's experience. If the experience is good, the buyer remains loyal to the brand. With technologically advanced interiors, intuitive interfaces, and customizable designs, the cockpit is no longer just a functional space. It defines the driver's daily interaction with the vehicle, making it an important key differentiator in the digital age. In this context, funct...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/20

imple redundant design is the reason for the increasing use of brushless motors. (3) Electric rear-wheel steering   European companies such as ZF, Bosch, and Schaeffler are developing wide-angle electric rear-wheel steering systems that not only make steering easier on narrow roads and in parking spaces, but also aim to stabilize the cabin and improve comfort. These companies have announced systems that ultimately take into account autonomous dr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/18

ions in the U.S. and their expansion to applications outside of the automotive industry. The Battery Show North America 2025 Archives of Exhibits Analysis report: Lithium-ion battery Magna OPTiForm battery enclosure   Magna showcased its OPTiForm battery enclosure, which was a 2025 Automotive News Pace Pilot award finalist. OPTiForm is a single-piece battery enclosure made from steel using a unique deep-draw stamping process. This process create...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/07

Malibu (E2SC) weighed heavily on the group’s performance in the region, while volumes in Brazil slumped by 17.5% YoY (-28k units) mainly due to weakness in Chevrolet Onix (JBJ/SC1) output prior to its refresh. We project that the automaker’s global production will continue to slow at a greater pace through the remainder of 2025, ultimately declining by 3.2% YoY (-144k units) by the end of the year, as the lack of Malibu manufacturing, plus t...

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

me the trade-in incentive programme will now run through 2026. This means more consumers will pull forward purchasing decisions into late 2026, from of later years, though there is no explicit news on the end date of its support. At this stage, 2027 looks set to see a significant slowdown in market pace. Other Asia Japan’s September sales fell 2.3% YoY to 420k units, which leaves Q3’s YoY growth at -4%. H1 2025 saw some strong momentum (des...

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

allation of state-of-the-art injection molding machines that will reduce energy consumption and increase production capacity. Overseas business development: Since forming a comprehensive business alliance with Valeo, the world's leading lighting equipment manufacturer, in 2000, the company has kept pace with Valeo's global business development. Americas/Asia: Starting with North America in 1987, the company established facilities in Malaysia and ...

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

ic systems.   In addition, electric power steering technology has continued to evolve, with steer-by-wire systems (no mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the wheels) already in production and on the market. Going forward, the product will need to evolve further in parallel to keep pace with the improved functionality of autonomous driving systems.  Although the European market is taking the lead, not only the conventional front...

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

ns to partner with Hungarian universities, start-up companies, and suppliers to launch two R&D projects with a total investment of approximately EUR 250 million. The project will focus on AI-based driving technology and powertrain system optimization.   On the product side, BYD is accelerating the pace of new vehicle launches with the simultaneous launch of the Dolphin Surf in 15 countries, including Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Hungary, Polan...

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

○ Valeo Group All-in-one ○ ○ ○ Hella SSL / HD headlamps   Solid State Lighting / High Definition (SSL / HD) high-resolution headlamps have over 32,000 individually controllable pixels. Two LED chips generate more than 32,000 pixels, controlled by a single ECU. As a result, the space required for the LED unit has been reduced by 75% compared to conventional models. This technology not only enables high-precision ADB and high-p...

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

es to electrified vehicles and in the electrified tricycle market, and evident at the show.   Motorcycle exhibitors included Astra Honda Motor, Alva, EMOTEYO, Indomobil E-motor, Kawasaki, Maka Motors, Selis, Sunra, and United Bike. The electrification of two-wheelers had been proceeding at a rapid pace with the support of subsidies, but the budget has been exhausted, and the reaction has cooled. The government has not yet decided on additional f...

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

persons as of December 2018, and is manufacturing seats for GM's Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra. In March 2018, Lear expanded its plant in Valenca, Portugal, which produces automotive seat frames. The company expanded the plant by 11,000 square meters to 20,600 square meters and the office space by 1,200 square meters to 2,000 square meters. The Valenca Plant manufacturers seat components and chassis frame components for major European au...

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

ng the automakers with presence in multiple countries in the region, VW Group and Mazda Motors will be affected the most by the tariffs since they have higher dependency on Mexico plants.   In 2026 and onward, Mexican vehicles production will be recovering overall. In the medium term, however, the pace of recovery varies significantly among the OEMs and the total Mexico production in 2028 is forecasted to be 3.56 million units which is below the...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/11

catalytic converters were released by component manufacturers as equipment to comply with stricter Euro-7 regulations. Companies remain under pressure to develop exhaust systems.   On the other hand, the development of eco-friendly vehicles such as EVs (electric vehicles) is progressing at a rapid pace due to tightening regulations worldwide. Suppliers are also seeking opportunities to diversify into body parts, chassis parts and electrification...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/19

nsfer/insulation material technology is expected to increase consumption.   In April 2024, CATL unveiled the Shenxing PLUS battery at the Auto China 2024 motor show in Beijing. The structural design of the cells in this battery uses a housing-integrated structure, which significantly improves the space utilization rate inside the cell. In addition, the topological structure has been optimized based on CTP3.0, and the energy density of the Shenxi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/12