For the Chinese OEMs, BYD sold 3,053 units (1.4% share), Leapmotor 1,091 units (0.5% share), and XPeng 331 units (0.2% share).   At its annual press conference in 2026, the VW Group explained that it is undertaking a fundamental reform of its business model in response to trade barriers, stricter regulations, and intensifying competition from Chinese manufacturers. This reform includes structural changes such as 20% cost reductions at its Germa...

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

entire lifecycle; the rate of recycled material use; and human rights and environmental due diligence information regarding the active materials. Batteries used in battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), and hybrid vehicles (HEVs) sold in Europe are also subject to these regulations.   This report is based on information from K&ESG Inc. (https://k-esg.jp/company), a MarkLines partner company.   K&ESG is a consulting...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/25

pressed, while the parking brake is a braking of the two rear wheels. Historically, for the purpose of escaping from a stuck state, a drive shaft parking brake was the standard, and front wheel parking was used for FWD vehicles. However, due to the elimination of drive axle parking under U.S. state regulations, rear-wheel parking is now easier to lay out, even for front-wheel drive vehicles. Regulations in the U.S. are the strictest, with static ...

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

Major Standards and Regulations Seminar for China’s Automotive Industry From presentations on Intelligent Connected Car standardization and key technology policies Summary Standard system for intelligent connected cars New implementation phase of intelligent connected vehicle technology policy (L2/L3/L4/unmanned automated driving)   The "Automotive Industry Major Standards and Regulations Seminar (4th Session)," jointly hosted by CATARC Autom...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/16

alled on both sides of the pillar-to-pillar display, so the display extends across the entire width of the instrument panel. Displays spanning the entire width of the instrument panel Displays are integrated at approximately the same height   Door mirrors are required by North American regulations, so the North American model exhibited at CES is equipped with door mirrors in addition to the rear-side camera monitors (the cameras are ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/12

s for motorcycles is limited to a maximum of 23 liters under UNECE Regulation 146 and the technical standards of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act that is its predecessor, and this cannot be expanded to the volume that can be filled at city stations (50 liters). Such inconsistencies in standards and regulations should be resolved not by a single manufacturer, but through joint industry development and improvement proposals. The HySE organization i...

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

emporal Database"   In addition to the next-generation SD-MAP (Mobility based Network) for navigation, Zenrin is preparing the next-generation SD-MAP (Mobility based Network) for its E2E (end-to-end) autonomous driving model. By providing attribute information such as road geometry and traffic regulations, maps assist AI in making decisions and help realize E2E autonomous driving. Development is underway both in and outside Japan of systems ...

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

y and orderly development of the automobile market. These guidelines are based on the current development reality of the Chinese automotive industry, and aim to unify supervision rules, guide automotive manufacturers and sales companies to implement compliance management in accordance with laws and regulations, promoting the formation of market order through pricing commensurate with quality and healthy competition. USA Market share by powertr...

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

n May 2025. Great Wall Motor has secured an annual production capacity of 80,000 NEVs by acquiring and renovating the former General Motors Rayong plant. Other manufacturers and brands such as GAC Aion, MG, and Chery have also begun production or established assembly facilities.   According to the regulations of Thailand's EV 3.5 policy, after 2026, manufacturers participating in the incentive program must meet the requirement of "two locally pr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/24

val, and test operations began in Beijing and Chongqing under limited areas and speed conditions. The purpose of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's introductory trials, compared to previous public road tests, is to ensure safety, and to explore and improve the systems, processes, regulations, and standards for introductory management, laying the foundation for future large-scale application.   Overall, China's L3 autonomous dr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/19

d for technology maturity and reliability. He stressed that covering all scenarios and edge cases is essential to avoid safety risks and called for industry-wide collaboration on data and scenario sharing to accelerate progress. The panel also noted regional differences, with China moving faster on regulations and Europe taking a more cautious approach, which can confuse consumers. Conclusion: Building Trust and Collaboration  In conclusion, the...

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

and "SMART LOGISTICS Expo" (3-day total) was 78,673, which was below the previous year's figure of 85,430.   The "Sustainable Mobility Technology Expo" exhibition area introduced sustainable materials and components, recycling technologies, and lightweight technologies to comply with environmental regulations such as the European emissions regulation "Euro 7." This report provides an overview of the latest trends in carbon neutrality technologie...

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

ch as significantly more sophisticated exhaust gas purification or increased use of hybridization of drivetrains, as well as vehicle measures such as optimized aerodynamics or reduced rolling resistance will be necessary to fulfil future emissions standards.” [2].   When the Euro 7 type approval regulations come into force for all new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles on November 29, 2026, and all newly registered passenger cars mus...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/05

ted by large economies of scale, further boosted exports. The depreciation of the Indian rupee has made Indian two-wheelers cheaper in export markets. Favourable trade agreements with regions such as ASEAN, the UAE, and Australia helped to increase the export. However, there are few challenges like regulations, political uncertainties, rising input prices, logistics challenges, and strong global competition which continue to restrict long-term gr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/30

against vehicle-road-cloud attacks, quantum computing threatens traditional cryptography, and global safety compliance requirements continue to tighten. Security systems are evolving from single-point defense to ecosystem coordination, showing three strategic shifts: globalization of standards and regulations, AI-driven intelligent defense, and future-oriented quantum security. 4. Building a new intelligent connected ecosystem with "people-vehic...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/27

nning with the Trump tariffs, followed by export restrictions on semiconductors and rare earths, and a review of CO2 emission standards in the EU. Sales of EVs are still showing signs of increasing due to subsidies and other measures to promote their adoption. China drafted and issued the "Detailed Regulations for the Implementation of the Automobile Replacement Subsidy in 2026" in light of the situation where new vehicle sales, especially new en...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/26

d regional transport to long-distance haulage, buses, and even coaches. However, their market penetration remains limited. Zero-emission vehicles accounted for only approximately 3.8% of new medium and heavy-duty truck registrations in the EU during January to September 2025. To meet the EU's CO₂ regulations, at least 35% of new registrations must be zero-emission vehicles by 2030, leaving less than five years to achieve this target.   Mr Fabi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/22

industry and recommendations for addressing them The table can be scrolled left and right. Current issue: The entire industrial chain lacks strength and flexibility and is highly dependent on policy. Upstream: Hydrogen supply faces bottlenecks, including a lack of national-level management regulations, a mismatch between supply and demand in storage and transportation, and high and inconvenient fees for using hydrogen filling stations. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/21

s is facing a complex set of challenges, including regulatory hurdles, delays in production, skepticism over its camera-only autonomy system, trademark disputes, and mounting pressure from more advanced competitors like Waymo.   Also under the Trump administration is the potential for more relaxed regulations on AVs which could bring forward development on Robotaxis such as the Tesla Cybercab. However, with the increase in AV car sharing in the ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/14

ince 2001. Hydrogen GetsIts Opportunityin Motor Racing Compact, powerful, and allowing for fast refueling – in motor racing in particular, the hydrogen combustion engine offers advantages compared to an electric drive system. The organizers of major motor racing series are currently working on regulations for the use of hydrogen engines, while car manufacturers and suppliers are developing their technology. The first hydrogen-powered cars on...

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