or design, including a redesigned front grille, updated aero elements, new alloy wheels, and F SPORT-specific details. Inside, the cabin adopts the Tazuna driver-centric layout, paired with a larger digital display to enhance usability and focus. Power comes from a 2.5-liter hybrid system tuned for efficiency and balanced performance, complemented by Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 for advanced driver assistance.   The booth also highlighted Lexus' mul...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/08

s an "anti-lift body" design, which is an inverse application of the all-lift system design used in the aerospace industry. By integrating an aerodynamic structure into the body, efficient downforce is generated without the need for excessive additional structures or parts, achieving an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1 in simulations, thus balancing weight reduction and handling. Various sensors inside the vehicle detect the driver's heart rate and ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

ub for the Asian region. In January 2026, Autoliv announced that the second phase of its expansion at its Jiading (Shanghai) plant, its flagship plant in China, had commenced operations. By introducing highly automated storage systems and IoT technology, the company is improving supply capacity and efficiency. In December 2025, a new plant with an investment of USD 154 million was officially opened in the Ha Long Industrial Park in Amata City, Qu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

ki Grand Vitara and Invicto (a rebadged Toyota Innova Hycross) in India. India remained the dominant production hub, accounting for 71% of total output, followed by Japan at 24%, while Indonesia and Pakistan contributed 3% each, highlighting the group’s strong reliance on India for scale and cost efficiency. Global Light Vehicle Production Forecast by Group (top 10 groups)   2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Total 90,913,125 90,391,766 93,112...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/30

arging at 120 kW, reaching 30–80% in approximately 20 minutes.   The HEV variant starts from THB 709,000, combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with an electric motor for a total output of 223 hp and 476 Nm. Power is sent to the front wheels via a 2-speed DHT hybrid transmission, with a fuel efficiency rating of 4.3 L/100 km.   The ORA 5 measures (LWH) 4,471x 1,833x 1,641 mm, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase, offering a spacious modern cabin. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/30

ainly gasoline-powered vehicles such as the Integra and ZR-V. Its annual production capacity is 240,000 units, accounting for 20% of Honda's total production capacity in China. GAC Honda explained that this partial suspension is intended to optimize its strategic positioning and improve operational efficiency in response to changes in the market environment. On the other hand, Dongfeng Honda has no plans to suspend operations at its plant.   It ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/27

ts next-generation AI hybrid technology solution, i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid, on April 13, 2026. The technology is based on Geely's “Full-domain AI 2.0” technology and combines advanced powertrain and electrification technologies to achieve measured fuel consumption of 2.22L/100km, engine thermal efficiency of 48.41%, and achieves top-level energy-saving performance among any HEV model.   The i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid technology is scheduled to...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/24

related technologies are being utilized in the development of elemental technologies such as reforming and adsorption for extracting hydrogen from ammonia. It was presented that by combining this with the SOFC (solid oxide fuel cell) of Magnex Co., Ltd., which became a subsidiary in June 2023, high-efficiency power generation will be possible. Ammonia-hydrogen power generation/SOFC exhibitSOFC solid oxide fuel cell stack Toyota Boshoku...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/22

put into operation sequentially. Furthermore, the company has made proactive investments in the field of humanoid robots, and in March 2026, it began testing the use of humanoid robots at its own auto plant. In the future, it is expected that the level of automation of manufacturing and production efficiency will be further improved.   The company is also continuing to strengthen its investment in autonomous driving. In November 2025, Xiaomi re...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/20

art of the design, development and testing operations for electric powertrains, and at the same time open the Zama Development Center. In November 2025, the company announced that it had begun discussions with Nissan on reorganizing the powertrain production system. They will collaborate to improve efficiency by reviewing plant consolidation, capital investment, and other areas. Business overview: Automatic transmission products CVTs (approx....

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/17

m a technical standpoint, the integrated tab and cover "Wending structure" optimizes the conventional battery structure, improving the utilization rate of internal space by 3% to 10% and reducing DC resistance by 16%. In addition, proprietary solid-liquid interface technology improves ion transport efficiency by up to 30%, achieving an optimal balance of high energy density, fast charging, and high power output. The exhibition primarily featured ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/14

availability, and preparations for emerging 6G requirements. 5GAA Roadmap for Connected Mobility   A central tool in 5GAA’s work is its biannual use-case roadmap, which illustrates when key connected-vehicle functions are expected to scale globally. Early deployments focus on safety and traffic efficiency, while more advanced automated-driving and cooperative V2X capabilities emerge toward 2027–2030. The timeline helps stakeholders anticipa...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/13

sed not only for business purposes but also for everyday life and leisure. The Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado offer comfort, cargo capacity, and towing capacity, meeting the needs of U.S. consumers.   Furthermore, the relatively low cost of fuel in the region and the relatively lenient fuel efficiency regulations for light-duty trucks are also cited as factors contributing to their widespread adoption. North American P/U Market Trends ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/13

analyzed in the cloud, and continuous updates are enabled via OTA (Over-The-Air) to constantly optimize safety and performance, allowing the vehicle to evolve continuously. To realize this ever-evolving vehicle, multiple challenges must be addressed, including performance improvements, development efficiency, and security measures. This necessitates not only improving software development efficiency and quality, but also strengthening the human ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/30

car air conditioner to the battery for cooling. Representative examples include the Nissan Sakura, Mitsubishi eK X (‘Cross’) EV, Mazda MX-30, and BYD Seal. A comparison of the above three methods is summarized in the table below. The table can be scrolled left and right. Cooling efficiency Cost Number of components Temperature stability Special remarks Natural air cooling × ◎ ◎ × Simple structure, but precise heat mana...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/30

addition, the number of parts has been reduced to lower costs. The MK C2 is a so-called brake-by-wire system that separates the brake pedal from the actual pressure generation. The MK C2 seamlessly combines the regenerative braking of electric vehicles with wheel braking, improving the regenerative efficiency of hybrid braking systems without simulator pedals by up to 30%. When the autonomous driving function or driver assistance system requires ...

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

ging" and "charging difficulty in low temperatures" that electric vehicles face. In addition, Flash charging with a maximum output of 1,500kW has been announced. By installing energy storage systems (ESS) for energy storage at the charging stations, the load on the grid is reduced and the charging efficiency is significantly increased.  The 2nd Generation Blade Battery Blade Battery will be initially installed in a total of 10 models from the...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/19

through connected technology Coordination systems at each stage of the industrial chain are fragmented and inefficient. Strengthen the formulation of common basic technical standards for connected technologies and vehicles, roads, and clouds, and establish a unified governance system to improve the efficiency of data interaction. (3) Deepening of AI in-vehicle application scenarios New safety issues arising from AI technology need to be resolve...

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

caused by the recent Middle East crisis, Chinese automakers are shifting from “chartering and scrambling for shipping space” to “building their own ships for shipping control” to rapidly expand self-operated fleets, ensure autonomy over transport capacity, and remarkably optimize costs and efficiency. Should the crisis be short-lived, Chinese automakers, with stronger sales resilience than other international car manufacturers, will face...

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

2 Technical Session Combustion Research (hydrogen as secondary fuel) Tokai University AIST, Toho Gas, GDEC 20226025 Effects of Hydrogen Addition to Pre-Chamber Gas Engines on Engine Performance Combustion Research (hydrogen as secondary fuel) Doshisha University Yanmar 20226026 A Study for High Efficiency of Gas Engine by Hydrogen Addition Effect of Different Hydrogen Supply System on Combustion Characteristics Development Methodology and T...

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