liding and adjustable seats that offer more flexibility for extra legroom or cargo space. The trunk offers 488 liters of storage space, which can be expanded to 1,289 liters by folding down the rear seats.   The model is scheduled to hit the market in October 2025 at a starting price of €49,300. Sustainability and circular economy   BMW is not only focusing on electrifying its vehicles but also taking a comprehensive approach to reducing CO...

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

Lippstadt site will be consolidated in one location. The new headquarters will be divided into an open campus and a protected area for research and development, and plans call for it to also include a customer experience center and conference rooms. The new headquarters will be carbon-neutral, with sustainability considerations such as rainwater harvesting, green roofs and the creation of a green campus to promote biodiversity. Construction of th...

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

CLEPA Materials Regulations and Sustainability Event（MRSE）2025 PFAS regulation, recycled plastic, Catena-X, CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) Summary PFAS and other chemical challenges for the automotive industry (ACEA) End of Life Vehicles Regulation- Insight from recyclers (EuRIC) Catena-X CBAM Lessons learned from the reporting phase and how to prepare for future responses (Continental, wts) A Transatlantic Perspective on the Futur...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/04

CAR.HMI Europe 2025: Intelligent Systems Connected Interaction, Context-aware In-vehicle Experience, Next-gen Interfaces Summary Redefining Vehicle Interaction Through Exterior HMI Using Gesture, Voice & Light (Marelli) The Future of In-Car Experiences - Truly Intelligent, Personalized, and Immersive Journeys (Cinemo) Seatbelt as an HMI (Autoliv) Improving the Sustainability of LED Backlights with Air-Based Light-Guides (FORVIA) Touched by Touchi...

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

nomics and human kinematics to enhance comfort, and adds technologies such as a noise-canceling system and advanced air conditioning. An updated version of the Smart Efficiency seat was also introduced, featuring a slimmer appearance than the previous design. In February 2022, it published the 2022 Sustainability Report. In it, the company highlights its focus on integrating sustainability into its seat products through its ES3 (Innovation in Sea...

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

ts from automotive OEMs and component suppliers and academics come together to exchange opinions on future climate-neutral drive solutions.   The topics of the lectures ranged from the latest passenger car and commercial vehicle drive concepts to the application and evaluation of non-fossil fuels, sustainability concepts and modern software-defined vehicles.   The full agenda of lectures can be viewed on the official website (https://wiener-mot...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/17

ts from automotive OEMs and component suppliers and academics come together to exchange opinions on future climate-neutral drive solutions.   The topics of the lectures ranged from the latest passenger car and commercial vehicle drive concepts to the application and evaluation of non-fossil fuels, sustainability concepts and modern software-defined vehicles.   The full agenda of lectures can be viewed on the official website (https://wiener-mot...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/08

ts from automotive OEMs and component suppliers and academics come together to exchange opinions on future climate-neutral drive solutions.   The topics of the lectures ranged from the latest passenger car and commercial vehicle drive concepts to the application and evaluation of non-fossil fuels, sustainability concepts and modern software-defined vehicles.     The full agenda of lectures can be viewed on the official website (https://wiener-...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/20

nnovative new Tri-Metal catalyst technology. The new technology can partially replace expensive palladium with lower-cost platinum in lightweight gasoline vehicles. The Tri-Metal technology will reduce the cost of catalytic converters in vehicles, rebalance palladium demand and improve the economic sustainability of the palladium market. Manufacturing-related: Countries with manufacturing operations are as follows Europe: Germany Americas: U.S...

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

: combined with a photovoltaic system, in-house electricity can be used to charge BEVs or for grid services. At night or when the system is not in use, the stored electricity can be used for other purposes or, thanks to the bidirectional feature, can be fed back into the power grid, thus increasing sustainability and profitability. In addition, several ChargePosts can also be combined to form a virtual power plant [1]. EASY GRID CONNECTION ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/05

ss   TEROSON High rigidity, resin insert (Henkel Japan) The exhibit is a foam resin insert material that serves as an alternative to metal reinforcement materials. It has been fitted to the Suzuki S-Cross and other models since 2022. It can be customized to specified shapes, and contributes to sustainability by achieving both weight reduction and improved collision safety. The “TEROSON High Rigidity Resin Insert” is made of epoxy filler...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Cell truck, Hyundai presented a conceptual video showing how its partnership with Plus could develop a U.S. hydrogen-based freight network. The partners would deploy Hyundai's XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks with Plus' SuperDrive AI-based autonomous driving software along high-utilization routes, improving sustainability while decreasing operating costs due to high usage rates. The companies will add hydrogen refueling stations as more trucks are deploye...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/29

obal economic factors. Additionally, technologies like artificial intelligence, sensors, and infotainment systems are expected to reshape the industry and further boost sales. CAMPI notes that consumers are increasingly seeking connected, personalized driving experiences, with a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility.   Vietnam   According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA), automobile sales ...

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

soline and CNG versions of Wagon R Retail price Fuel consumption Fuel price Running 10,000km Fuel expense CO2 emissions Gasoline vehicle INR 554,500 24.35km/L INR 94.72/L INR 39,000 974kg CNG vehicle INR 644,500 33.47km/kg INR 75.09/kg INR 22,000 819kg Source: Prepared from the Suzuki Sustainability Data Book   Taking the Wagon R gasoline and CNG models as an example, the fuel price per liter of gasoline is INR 94.7, while the fue...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/15

ld Congress 2025 (1) AI and 5G (Mar. 2025)Chinese Market 2024: Sales Volume 31.4M units, Chinese OEMs Share over 65% (Feb. 2025)Generative AI in Automotive Development (Jan. 2025)The Battery Show North America 2024 - Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo (Nov. 2024)WCX 2024 (2) Improved vehicle sustainability and industry perspectives (May. 2024)WCX 2024 (1) AI and software impacts on the automotive industry (May. 2024)   AI - Where is th...

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

ccupant protection standards, which used to assume the presence of a driver and steering wheel, have been revised to language that does not presume these things, and other changes have been implemented in safety standards and regulations that affect airbag specifications and performance.   Safety, sustainability, and CSR   The sheer number of airbag-equipped vehicles on the market has increased the number of news articles about recalls and othe...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/24

d on-demand public transportation, hybrid concepts offer a flexible and sustainable alternative that enables the transition to more eco-friendly mobility. These concepts are not only a replacement for conventional private transportation, they also offer the opportunity to improve the efficiency and sustainability of the entire transportation system itself.”   Frank Urbanskyis Freelance Journalist and Author.   REFERENCES [1] Adamczyk, D.; ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/28

Eka Mobility: Electric truck and bus lineups Omega Seiki Pvt. Ltd (OSPL): M1KA electric trucks, Stream City electric three-wheeler   The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 showcased the latest advancements in electric and alternative fuel commercial vehicles, reinforcing the industry's commitment to sustainability and efficiency. Leading Indian OEMs, like Tata Motors, VECV, and Ashok Leyland, unveiled their latest offerings focused on electric mob...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/27

Curno plant will produce carbon-carbon discs, unlike the carbon-ceramic discs produced at the Stezzano plant and in Germany. In May 2023, Brembo announced that it will build a new iron foundry in Dąbrowa Górnicza, Poland. The iron foundry will be built incorporating cutting-edge technology from a sustainability perspective. The foundry is expected to start operations in the first half of 2025. In September 2023, Brembo SGL Carbon Ceramic Brakes...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/21

.5 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 250 kmph.     Vayve Mobility is a Pune-based start-up that is developing smart mobility solutions. Its vision is to revolutionize urban mobility by creating purpose-built (solar) electric cars tailored to the needs of specific market segments. It combines sustainability with cutting-edge technology.   During the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025, Vayve Mobility presented its solar electric car, Eva. In 2024, t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/27