A AUTO’s network uses a private frequency spectrum. Thanks to 5G, latency, which is the time it takes to transmit data to sensors, machines, vehicles, or other devices, may drop as low as a few milliseconds. The mobile private 5G network makes new technologies possible within the framework of the Smart Factory concept, for example in the areas of Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, and shared data. The technology will soon be extended to all...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/01

ilding a facility for lithium battery production, establishing a research and development center, expanding its product lineup and supplier business. BYD plans to cooperate with Intel China Ltd., a Chinese subsidiary of US-based Intel Corporation. It intends to strengthen its new energy vehicle and smart car business, utilizing Intel's state-of-the-art information technologies. Affected by sluggishness in the auto market in China and intensified ...

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campus program, which aims to create modern, sustainable, and collaborative workspaces while preserving the site’s heritage. The renovation covers 61,000 square meter, including five floors of offices and two basement levels. The project also focuses on energy efficiency, using solar panels and a smart energy management system. On December 20, multiple sources reported that Stellantis is ending the layoffs at the Mirafiori plant for the first t...

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funding for research and development Guangzhou Automobile Group agrees to strategic partnership with Huawei GAC Toyota to expand NEV production capacity by 400,000 units 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Guangzhou grants license plates for road testing of autonomous vehicles GAC and Didi Chuxing deepen cooperation on smart transportation of NEVs GAC releases ADiGO ecosystem for intelligent connected driving GAG to invest CNY 624 million for construction of intelli...

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series production in just a few days. In line with Ambition 2039, Factory 56 will be a zero-carbon factory - completely CO2-neutral and with significantly reduced energy requirements. This is made possible, among other things, by its innovative energy concept with a photovoltaic system, a DC power grid and energy storage systems based on reused vehicle batteries. The concept of Factory 56 will be gradually transferred to all Mercedes-Benz car pl...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

the new company obtained a total investment of approximately CNY 4.7 billion. - GAC New Energy was founded in July, 2017. GAC Group permits GAC Aion to invest additional CNY 600 million capital in Farwon Auto GAC Group launches new ADiMOTION technology for REEVs CDMS 2025: GAC Hyptec unveils first smart flagship sedan A800 GAC Aion starts accepting pre-orders for Aion i60 SUV GAC Aion launches Aion i60 SUV GAC Hyptec licensed for testing Level 3...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/20

ely Technology Group’s first set of commercial satellites roll off production line at Taizhou plant Volvo Cars to take ownership of Luqiao plant from Geely Holding Volvo to buy Geely Holding's stake in manufacturing, sales JVs in China Geely issues Nine Dragon Bay Actions Geely Auto Group unveils Smart Geely 2025 Strategy Geely Auto Group launches Leishen global powertrain brand Geely Automobile and LG Chem Ltd. will set up an electric vehicle ...

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gy Vehicle: EV, PHV, FCV) manufacturing sites. (Source) The data are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate w - The company was established on Jun 12, 1997. SAIC GM collaborates with Shanghai Jiaotong University on smart manufacturing technology SAIC GM halts Buick Excelle production SAIC GM to invest 26.5 billion yuan in new energy technology development SAIC GM...

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L7 intelligent battery electric sedan at 2021 WNEVC SAIC Motor brings ten brands including IM Motors and R Auto to Auto Guangzhou 2021 SAIC Motor’s passenger vehicle subsidiary teams up with Baosteel to build Co-Innovation Laboratory for advanced automotive materials The first Beta units of IM L7 smart electric sedans roll off production line at SAIC’s Lingang Plant SAIC Motor PV’s R Auto brand begins preorders of R7 battery electric coupe ...

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ce Technology energy and electrification solution Changan Oshan officially launches new X5 Plus compact SUV Avatr 11, Avatr’s first electric coupe SUV, rolls off the line at Chongqing plant Avatr Technology starts accepting orders for its first electric SUV Avatr 11 Changan Auto unveils its first smart EV Avatr 11 in alliance with Huawei and CATL Changan Auto unveils its first smart EV Avatr 11 in alliance with Huawei and CATL Changan Auto to i...

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in FCA begins exporting cylinder heads from Betim, Brazil to Termoli, Italy Stellantis confirms Termoli engine production investments beyond 2030, Cassino faces EV strategy challenges Italian unions confirm ACC cancels gigafactory projects in Italy and Germany Stellantis and Italian unions share smart working plans for Termoli plant, Italy ACC officially cancels planned Gigafactories in Germany and Italy amid slower EV growth Stellantis outlin...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/13

n FC systems for commercial vehicles Shaanxi Xi’an ETDZ to build NEV technology innovation park and power battery industrial park Delivery ceremony is held for first vehicles produced at BAIC Kunming base BAIC Group and DiDi cooperate in field of high-level autonomous driving BAIC GROUP and State Grid EV deepen strategic cooperation in fields of NEV charging and battery replacement L4 autonomous vehicle jointly developed by BAIC Group and DiDi ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/11

nologies and product upgrades are being actively deployed, including the successful research and development of the MEB 3in1 permanent magnet synchronous electric drive and high energy density battery. Through a form of charge reservation, the company is working to reduce the peak load on the power grid and reduce the cost of electricity use. On September 16, FAW-VW released its 2020/2021 Sustainable Development Report. According to the report, w...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/09

SUV “Galaxy M7” On July 3, Baidu Create 2019, an AI developer conference sponsored by Baidu, was held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. Geely will strategically cooperate with Baidu on the application of AI technologies including intelligent connectivity, intelligent driving, smart home, and e-commerce in the automotive and travel fields. The Boyue PRO, the first cloud intelligent SUV, made its debut during the conference. ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/06

on a wheelbase of 2,600 mm. All variants are powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine mated to a continuously variable transmission or five-speed MT. The engine incorporates Honda's new-generation powertrain technology "Earth Dreams Technology." The new GIENIA features the Display Audio for linkage to smartphones, as well as LaneWatch, TCS, and VSA. Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. unveiled a hybrid (HV) version of the Honda Spirior and the new J...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/04

project shows how this can be done quickly using thermal oil technology. The key change involves using thermal oil to transfer heat instead of relying on gas. This system allows flexible energy use and can run on electricity or gas, making it easier to switch to renewable power even when the local grid can’t yet meet high energy demands. During the New Year production break, BMW replaced one gas-powered top coat drying line with an electric th...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/20

ms to support Net Zero goals, with potential expansion into Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) within Thailand. (ii) EV Charging Group: The collaboration will explore energy management at charging stations, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) paired with solar systems. This aims to reduce grid dependency, improve stability, manage power fluctuations, and support ultra-fast charging (4C–6C). The partnership will also study ESS and batt...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/19

uring site in Jiangsu Province Dongfeng Trucks to partner with FTXT in development of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks Great Wall Motor’s “Lemon Hybrid DHT” technology makes world debut Great Wall Motor readies for production of 5G onboard wireless terminals Great WallMotor releases Coffee Smart Driving “331 Strategy” to realize L3 autonomous driving with full vehicle redundancy Great Wall Motor WEY brand’s all-new flagship SUV nam...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/10

of dedicated engine and transmission for Chery Power C-DM system in Wuhu First iCAR 03 electric SUV rolls off production line at Wuhu NEV Plant Chery officially names new TJ-1 off-road SUV “Tansuo 06” CHERY to introduce ARRIZO 8 sedan in Russia Chery to launch Omoda E5 EV in Russia First Huawei Smart Selection battery electric coupe unveiled OMODA Russia to introduce JAECOO brand in September 2023 Exeed officially releases Lion AI large model...

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embly plant, Porsche Leipzig GmbH - Number of employees: 5,000 (as of July 2025) - Investment:   2019-2024: EUR 600 million (to expand factory for E-Macan) - Established in 2000 and production began in 2002 Porsche unveils all-electric Macan 4 and Macan Turbo Porsche enhances Leipzig factory with smart technology and sustainability initiatives Porsche expands green fleet with electric and biogas trucks for logistics purpose in plants Porsche la...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/01/27