and other government bodies in March. For fuel cell vehicles, the focus will be on the construction of hydrogen energy highways and hydrogen energy corridors, and on expanding use in commercial vehicles for medium- and heavy-duty applications, medium and long distance transportation and cold chain logistics. The Notice encourages application to public buses, urban logistics, garbage trucks, and soil transport vehicles, as well as explores applic...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/11

components, cushions (bags), and cushion fabrics) in the Americas and European markets, focusing on three companies, Autoliv, Joyson Safety Systems, and ZF Lifetec, and the vehicle models in which these systems are installed.   In recent years, manufacturers of airbags for motorcycles/bicycles and logistics/industrial applications have emerged, and there are also manufacturers of airbag systems for aircraft, mainly in the U.S., as well as manufa...

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

ional trade shows such as those in Saudi Arabia and the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), and promotional efforts for the Middle Eastern market are reportedly underway. The company also stated that it plans to collaborate with local transport companies to promote practical implementation in the regional logistics sector and gradually expand into overseas markets. ...

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

total, about 300,000, being exported (a 21% increase from the previous year).   In China, the market’s growth potential is undoubtedly expanding, driven by the electrification of pickup trucks and their growing use as a passenger vehicles. Furthermore, with the surging demand for light trucks in logistics, the electrification of pickup trucks is becoming an effective means for commercial vehicles to obtain permits to travel in urban areas.   ...

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

nd the environment. The electric vehicles are looking like a suitable option to reduce pollution and dependence on fuels. Especially in urban areas, the two-wheelers adoption is increasing. The electric two-wheelers are also helping to meet the sustainability initiatives of companies, especially in logistics and last-mile delivery segments. The rising fuel price and high cost of fuel are also among the reasons why people are adopting these vehicl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/08

d the specific characteristics of each driver. Through field trials with numerous companies (including taxi companies), the company confirmed the usefulness of this estimation algorithm. (Figure 16)   By utilizing existing in-vehicle recording devices, implementation is smooth, and taxi companies, logistics companies, and others can check the brain health of their drivers by obtaining location information from vehicles used in their daily operat...

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

IT, the Ministry of Finance, and the National Development and Reform Commission. According to the document, the Chinese government will focus on promoting the adoption of FCEVs in commercial vehicles such as medium and heavy-duty vehicles, medium and long-distance transport vehicles, and cold chain logistics vehicles. Furthermore, the use of FCEVs in public bus transportation, urban logistics, urban environmental sanitation, and soil transport wi...

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

lint, Michigan) and Mexico (including San Martin Texmelucan, Peubla). In January 2019, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced that Rassini Brakes, LLC., a U.S. subsidiary of Rassini, planned to invest USD 8.5 million to add 50,000 square feet of manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics space at its Mt. Morris Township plant. Rassini Brakes, LLC, founded in 2013 in Flint, Michigan, manufactures integrated brake discs for the...

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

s have received approval for introduction and have begun trials on public roads. Opening roads to functional unmanned vehicles and their safe and orderly operation   By the first half of 2025, 103 cities across China were open to functional unmanned vehicle traffic, covering more than 80% of major logistics hub cities.   Regarding road conditions and operational scope, each city requires public road testing and commercial demonstration activiti...

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

ve World and NEPCON Japan expos were held January 21 - 23, 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight. According to an announcement by the organizer, RX Japan Ltd., the total number of visitors to Automotive World 2026 for the entire exhibition (3-day total), including NEPCON Japan, Factory Innovation Week, and Smart Logistics EXPO held at the same time, was 78,673, slightly down from 85,430 last year and in line with 77,744 visitors in 2024. Although the number o...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/10

PCON Japan expos were held at Tokyo Big Sight, from January 21 to 23, 2026.   According to an announcement by the organizer, RX Japan Ltd., the total number of visitors to Automotive World 2026 for the entire exhibition (3-day total), including "NEPCON Japan," "Factory Innovation Week," and "Smart Logistics EXPO" held concurrently, was 78,673, slightly down from 85,430 last year and in line with 77,744 visitors the year before last (2024).   Th...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/26

rs, or robotic arms and is used primarily for inspections and quality control. Boston Dynamics Spot robot Boston Dynamics Atlas robot  Other robots shown include Stretch, a robot designed to load, unload, and retrieve warehouse packages. The Autonomous Mobile Robot is used to support logistics operations by autonomously delivering packages in an industrial space without fixed routes. Hyundai WIA's Collaborative Robot is designed to...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/20

el supply for EVs and infrastructure in Vietnam (October 7, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/333816 Singapore Hongqi confirms Singapore debut with E-HS9 EV at Motorshow 2026 (December 26, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/338031 Zelostech, Singapore Post join forces to advance autonomous logistics in Singapore (December 26, 2025)https://www.marklines.com/en/news/338010 Grab invests in remote driving technology company Vay, Germany (Nov...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/20

ls Korean suppliers (EcoFlex, LARGE)   Automotive World 2026 (Period: January 21-23, 2026, Venue: Tokyo Big Sight) was held under the auspices of RX Japan Co., Ltd. (RX Japan). The total number of visitors to the combined exhibitions including "NEPCON Japan," "Factory Innovation Week," 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" exhibiti...

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

ve World 2026 was held at Tokyo Big Sight from January 21 through 23, 2026.   According to an announcement by the organizer, RX Japan Ltd., the total number of visitors to Automotive World 2026 for the entire exhibition (3-day total), including "NEPCON Japan," "Factory Innovation Week," and "Smart Logistics EXPO" held concurrently, was 78,673, slightly down from 85,430 last year and in line with 77,744 visitors the year before last (2024).   At...

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

e development of AI application software.   On the commercial vehicle front, in mid-November, Chery Commercial Vehicle (Anhui) Co., Ltd. (Chery CV) and Beijing QCraft Smart Technology Co., Ltd. (QCraft), an autonomous driving technology company, formed a strategic alliance in the field of unmanned logistics to jointly develop a production-level L4 delivery vehicle. On December 24, Chery CV announced a sales target of 150,000 units for 2026 as we...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/09

between a Tiguan and an ID.4, the OEM will pay additional costs of just over 660 US-dollars. The simple fact that an electric car can eliminate the need for well over 1000 parts on average is a first indication of the tremendous savings that can be made. And this does not even include the costs of logistics and warehousing, for example for operating materials such as the coolant, fuel, engine oil, and transmission oil. Offering a car with dif...

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

he 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 growth. Two-wheeler export volume by market share FY 2024-25 ...

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

n the U.S. by 2027.   In Europe, Germany in particular is leading the way in regulatory frameworks, and autonomous truck operations have already been approved on designated routes. Full-scale deployment is expected to begin around 2030. However, fully autonomous driving will not replace the entire logistics system. For the next 20 years, drivers will remain indispensable for first- and last-mile operations, with autonomous driving positioned as ...

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

ell truck fleet reached 22,000 units, accounting for 72% of the total fuel cell vehicle fleet (25% for buses and 3% for passenger cars). The sales ratio of fuel cell trucks is gradually increasing, and it has been stable at over 80% since the end of 2023, becoming an important application for trunk logistics.     (Source: Created by MarkLines based on the presentation content) Status of fuel cell vehicle demonstrations in China   Chi...

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