any image could be displayed on the cockpit screen. (Figure 5)   As for Valeo's SDV ecosystem, the ecosystem was shown to be connected by moving from virtual development on the cloud and real development (HIL development linked to the cloud) of the digital twin to running it on a vOS (vehicle OS) designed to be installed in actual vehicles (Figure 6). 5. SDV xOS HW (Source: Photo by MarkLines) 6. SDV Ecosystem (Source: Photo by MarkLines...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/01

also working with Pony.ai on the joint development of L4 Robotaxis. Going forward, the company plans to utilize these technologies to gradually introduce L3 autonomous driving systems into mass-produced models as soon as possible. bZ4X (L4 autonomous driving Robotaxi) Safety, security and design  In safety, Toyota adheres to the principles of high quality and redundant design. Key systems such as braking, steering and battery are equip...

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

fective manufacturing processes such as deep drawing or established tube manufacturing techniques can be used. Combined with the technologically simple surface-mounted magnets, this significantly reduces the costs of the rotor.   The axially arranged cooling channel features a geometrically simple design and is significantly easier to manufacture compared to conventional radially arranged cooling jackets in electric machines.   The winding prod...

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

s a means of both infrastructure development and legal protection. Thus, external support for autonomous vehicles is a realistic necessity for L4 autonomous operation. In Road to the L4 Theme 3, the equipment consists of pole-mounted devices and roadside processing units, which support L4 by designating priority routes. The photo shows a merging point, with a dedicated short-range communications (DSRC) device (center) on the approach road ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/16

rategic partnership agreement with BWI Group (BeijingWest Industries). The focus will be on R&D and production of key components and modules for electronic controls and suspensions. EVE Energy According to EVE Energy Co., Ltd. (EVE Energy), on September 30, 2024, its subsidiary EVE Power had been designated as a development partner supplier of lithium-ion cells by Leapmotor. Stellantis On April 29, 2025, Zhejiang Lingsheng Power Technology Co...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/14

rid model and improvements to the interior and load capacity. The improved Bronco Sport will be available with a Sasquatch package that improves off-road performance through an evolved suspension and other features (reported in November 2024). The entire development process for these vehicles, from design testing to prototype creation, validation and production, was carried out at the Hermosillo plant. Production of the improved Mustang Mach-E ...

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

in to charging guns   The PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) resin "Novaduran" has impact resistance more than 10 times that of conventional non-reinforced flame-retardant PBT resins. It also has excellent flame retardancy, weather resistance, and tracking resistance, making it suitable for large design parts such as charging plugs and stand covers for BEVs and PHEVs, and high-voltage electrical parts.   Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.: Engineerin...

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

oward alternative fuels by region (46th International Vienna Motor Symposium, organized by the Austrian Society of Automotive Engineers (ÖVK) and the Institute for Powertrains and Automotive Technology (IFA), Vienna University of Technology; Slide: Copyright © PHINIA) PHINIA’s product portfolio designed to support alternative fuels (46th International Vienna Motor Symposium, organized by the Austrian Society of Automotive Engineers (ÖVK) and...

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

on intelligent cockpit experience.   BMW's next-generation intelligent cockpit is equipped with a number of innovative interactive technologies, including BMW's exclusive horizon line panoramic display, 3D HUD and multifunction steering wheel, and adopts a first-of-its-kind diagonal center console design, creating four interaction interfaces. The cockpit is integrated with a number of local applications, including games, BMW custom virtuous navi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/30

ia.   Hino: Battery storage system for the "Dutro Z EV" electric truck   Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino Motors) exhibited the “Hino Dutro Z EV Mobile Office,” based on the “Hino Dutro Z EV,” a small-sized BEV truck launched in June 2022. The ultra-low floor structure of the chassis, specially designed for BEVs, is utilized to create an interior height that makes a walk-through van-style stress-free cargo area. Walk-through van with a...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/27

ircuit board in the motor controller.   Schaeffler AG: 800V SiC inverter, X-in-1 controller   Schaeffler, which merged with Vitesco Technologies Group AG in October 2024, exhibited high-voltage power electronics products: an 800 V SiC inverter and an X-in-1 controller.   The 800V SiC inverter is designed for BEVs with a power supply voltage of up to 850V and inverter output of up to 650Arms. It has a low-profile layout for easy installation an...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/26

collector, and heavy materials are sorted into ferrous and nonferrous metals by a drum type magnetic sorter, after which recycled resin materials are sorted.   ELV iron shredder (left) and shredder dust (right) sorting process   Vehicle structures for easy dismantling (easy-to-dismantle design) Vehicle structures for easy dismantling   Toyota Metals serves as an automotive recycling laboratory within the Toyota Group, and is...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture) Founded in 1937. Manufacturing and sales of automobiles. Special exhibits, recycling-related technologies, digital transformation (DX) related technologies, etc. FTS Co., Ltd.(Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture) Established in 1942. Development, design and manufacture of fuel tanks and fuel tank peripheral parts, engine parts and hybrid parts. Liquid hydrogen tank (model), battery case (model)...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/24

an example of local technological innovation.   Bosch has a research and development center in Suzhou, focused on electric drive systems, including the eAxle. The second-generation eAxle will be build in the new plant in Taicang, near Shanghai.   The rigid eAxle is a modular electric drive system designed for battery-electric and hybrid heavy-duty vehicles. It eliminates the cardan shaft by integrating the electric motor, power electronics, and...

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

s" significantly reduce the risk of leakage and fire that is common in conventional lithium-ion batteries. In addition, by achieving higher energy density, it will be possible to extend the driving range of EVs as well as shorten charging times.   Battery holding sheet, silicone rubber compounding design technology (Fukoku)   Fukoku Co., Ltd. (Fukoku) is a non-tire automotive rubber manufacturer in Ageo City, Saitama Prefecture, established in ...

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

is essential to improve the performance of exhaust system components as well as to achieve improvements in the lubrication system and drivetrain, and to optimize combustion control.   For exhaust gas purification, it is necessary to improve the performance of the catalytic converter, as well as to design the optimum catalyst effect and back pressure (exhaust side pressure) for each engine. The exhaust pipes and tubes including the muffler and si...

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

rformance versions are also beginning to show signs of being heavily concentrated. The common key to high performance is the signal processor, which both offers high speed calculations and low power consumption, achieving both cost and performance. There are also new initiatives such as the optimal design of the package and radiator/waveguide (part of the radiator is packaged in a waveguide), attracting attention to future technology advancements...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/17

for hybrid aircraft" are being jointly developed by Yamaha for the technological demonstration of a hybrid propulsion system being promoted by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). By placing two quad-connected electric motors in the tail section as an auxiliary power source, the system is designed to reduce the fuel consumption of the aircraft as a whole.   The quad-connected electric motor consists of four 500kW motors connected toget...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/16

rge cylindrical batteries are expected to be seen more and more. First installed in Tesla in 2023, and scheduled to be installed in BMW models as well as models of emerging Chinese EV OEMs in 2024 (see the section "4680 large cylindrical batteries" for details). 2) Blade batteries:   The flattened design reduces the number of parts used and improves heat dissipation performance and structural strength. BYD has introduced Blade batteries in all o...

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

elligence. BAIC Group exhibited its own brand vehicles, the Arcfox, BAIC ORV, and Stelato, under the theme of "Intelligent Transformation, New Journey." The company showcased the results of its remarkable development through a diverse product lineup, advanced intelligent technology, and a new brand design.  This report introduces own-brand models and technology announcements of the FAW, Dongfeng, and BAIC groups.   Related reports: VW China: Ac...

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