August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

Opel and Vauxhall brands, while also supporting key technologies across Stellantis group. Out of the current 1,650 engineers, around 1,000 will continue working on strategic areas such as ADAS, virtual development, AI, efficiency tools, the Digital Lightning Hub, battery safety and development, and software modules for STLA Brain architecture. At the same time, Stellantis is developing the grEEn campus in Rüsselsheim, which will become the new h...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

the second half of 2026. On January 27, BMW Welt handed over the first BMW iX3 vehicles to customers in Germany during an event. It is the first model of the Neue Klasse and features sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology, offering up to 805 km range and 400 kW fast charging. A new electronics and software system with four powerful “Superbrain” computers. After its world premiere and the start of production, the BMW iX3 will officially launc...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

ent hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) models in the D-SUV segment based on the latest Geely-Volvo technologies for both local and export markets starting in 2024. This vehicle will be designed, developed & produced in South Korea. RKM will enhance its R&D towards the South-Korean ecosystem in terms of software, connectivity, and electrification as well as competitive localization. RKM intends to invest more than EUR 900 million in the coming six yea...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

olvo Car Malaysia confirmed that the EX90 will be locally assembled in Malaysia in the near term. The upcoming CKD version is expected to feature the latest global 800V architecture of the flagship electric SUV. In parallel, current CBU EX90 owners will receive a complimentary upgrade covering both software and the vehicle’s core computing hardware. Volvo Car Malaysia & Thailand Managing Director said that the company remains committed to its e...

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third, completely new model to its European range: the G6. Xpeng's ultra-smart coupe SUV can be ordered from May 2024 and will be in the showroom later in the third quarter of 2024. It has a wheelbase of 2.89 meters. It has an innovative SEPA2.0 platform with 800V architecture and the most advanced software technology. It will be available with two battery packs (66 kWh and 87.5 kWh), the largest of which has a maximum WLTP driving range of 570 k...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/21

ing 500 new jobs. An exact date was not given for the start of the work to adjust and adapt the infrastructure and equipment in terms of electromobility. Tarek Mashhour, CEO of Audi, asked the authorities to educate and enhance the state's talent in electric mobility issues, such as the creation of software, new technologies and battery production since only in this way will the state be ahead. On September 2, Audi unveiled the third generation o...

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sembly plant -Year opened: 1981 -Investment announced since 2015: USD 2.35 billion Chevrolet opens Equinox EV order banks in U.S., starting at USD 48,995 GM plant Ramos Arizpe to halt production Honda starts pre-production of Prologue at GM Ramos Arizpe Plant GM still working on Chevrolet Blazer EV software issues as sales remain halted Chevrolet confirms Equinox EV prices, range ahead of U.S. orders Honda to launch Prologue EV in 18 U.S. states,...

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ed the New Alto with enhanced safety features and captivating design. The New Alto now comes with BSVI compliant engine. The 796 cc BS-VI compliant engine will mean a substantial reduction, (nearly 25%) of Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), in vehicular emission. Maruti Suzuki has upgraded engine hardware and software with technological advancement of exhaust system. Meeting the End of Life Vehicles (ELV) obligations, the New Alto is over 95% recoverable an...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/20

int development, the two parties will expand the portfolio of intelligent connected EVs in the premium segment swiftly and efficiently. Audi will develop segments where it does not as yet have a presence in China by launching new EVs. EVs co-developed by both parties will come with state-of-the-art software and hardware. The two agreements both envisage the future joint development of a new local platform for next-generation intelligent connected...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/20

day, Great Wall Motor also launched its 2025 development strategy. Additionally, it will strengthen the effort to recruit R&D talent with a globalized vision. By 2023, Great Wall Motor aims to have 30,000 specialized employees in the R&D field across the world, among which 10,000 will be experts in software development. At the same time, Great Wall Motor provided further details about its approaches to achieve the 2025 strategic goals. These app...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/20

of people moved to other facilities beginning in phases on July 6. At least 72 roles will be relocated or cut at the site that currently employs about 186 people, with many of the affected jobs being engineering and technical positions tied to powertrain development, autonomous systems and in‑car software. Mercedes-Benz plans to open its new Atlanta Technology Center this summer near its U.S. headquarters in Sandy Springs, Georgia....

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/19

company will initiate Series A funding soon and has IPO plans for the future. Avatr Technology has developed a diversified layout, covering Shanghai and Chongqing in China and Munich in Germany. It has a global vehicle engineering, R&D, and manufacturing center in Chongqing, a global branding and software R&D center in Shanghai, and a global design center in Munich. The intelligent and flexible production line of Avatr is located in Chongqing,...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/19

s also include a series of Level-2+ intelligent driving assistance system functions. On May 6, CHERY LION Nanjing R&D Center began operations. CHERY LION is the name adopted by Chery. for its intelligent brand strategy. It has a scope of services that includes product planning, visual interactions, software and OS, testing, autonomous driving software development as well as big data development and operations. The center aims to achieve a series ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/19

oup has established a new telematics company mainly funded by Foton Motor operating under the BAIC Group. The new company will mainly plan and design in-vehicle telematics terminals, build and operate telematics services, and the integrate and provide services of sophisticated transportation system software. BAIC Group and Zotye Holding Group based in Zhejiang Province are in talks regarding a tie-up. In 2010 BAIC announced a plan to build produc...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/18

t the adjustment measures may continue in July, with the possibility of a lay-off for a staff of 1,000 employees. This will be the second application of collective vacations at the plant recently. On May 12, Renault Group announced that the group is studying the creation of an Electric Vehicles and Software entity in France in order to accelerate this transition and support the fast-growing electric vehicle market. The scope of the study includes...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/15

printing in Production Audi e-tron GT to be manufactured at Audi Sport GmbH’s production facilities in Böllinger Höfe from late 2020 Audi concludes fundamental agreement with Works Council on economic and forward-looking realignment Audi demonstrating 3D printing expertise with in-house design software in Neckarsulm Audi production gradually restarts in Europe Audi Aluminium Closed Loop established in Ingolstadt plant since beginning this ye...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/14

m for the first time at the IT fair "CeBIT" to open in Hanover on March 6. The next "A3" installed with the next-generation infotainment system under the banner of "Audi connect" will be displayed. The "A3" uses the "modular infotainment platform" capable of installing on vehicles new hard wares or software components while curtailing development times. On September 26, Audi announced that its Ingolstadt plant, Germany will achieve net carbon-neu...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/14