Center will be based in Chengdu. After the project is completed and put into operation, it is expected to form a R&D team consisting of more than 400 people who will be engaged in the digital business of vehicle smart connectivity and marketing. The project objective is to provide a more prominent experience for users of the three major brands (Volkswagen, Jetta, and Audi). On November 19, Auto Guangzhou 2021 officially kicked off. FAW-VW brough...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/03

a prototype vehicle powered by Prologium's MAB solid-state battery pack and seek cooperation on the production of solid-state battery packs after the sample vehicle starts production. The companies will further integrate NIO's strength in the development of EIC systems and Prologium's technological experience in solid-state batteries to develop a new and better-performing MAB multi-axial and dipolar solid-state battery pack. On October 15, it was...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/02

y and controllable and enhancing its competitiveness. On September 8, BYD unveiled concept car Ocean-X, which is developed based on e-platform 3.0. Positioned as a mid-size sporty sedan with high performance. BYD e-platform 3.0 is a dedicated BEV platform, aiming to address the pain points of user experience, such as safety and low-temperature driving range. The e-platform 3.0 covers vehicles of various sizes and will remain open to the industr...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/02

rs, which is responsible for comprehensive quality management work. On March 9, Mitsubishi Fuso announced that it will develop specification for a garbage truck version of its electric eCanter small truck. Fuso will jointly develop the specifications with ShinMaywa Industries, Ltd. who has a lot of experience with waste disposal and plans to start field testing of the vehicle with the city of Kawasaki in the spring of 2019. Mitsubishi Fuso suspen...

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mond, in Brazil. The Dolphin Plus encompasses better performance, with a maximum torque of 310Nm and an NEDC range of 490km when fully charged. It is equipped with a BYD intelligent cockpit system. On October 18, BYD held both a launch for the new T5 hybrid light-duty truck and an intelligent plant experience day event in Huai’an, Jiangsu. Making the debut of the BYD DM 1.5T hybrid-dedicated engine, and equipped with the world’s first flat wi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

sign to significantly improve the safety performance. On September 8, BYD unveiled concept car Ocean-X, which is developed based on e-platform 3.0. Positioned as a mid-size sporty sedan with high performance. BYD e-platform 3.0 is a dedicated BEV platform, aiming to address the pain points of user experience, such as safety and low-temperature driving range. The e-platform 3.0 covers vehicles of various sizes and will remain open to the industr...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

ased noise inspection system to the inspection line at its Miyata Plant from August, and that the system is now in full operation. The AI noise inspection system was jointly developed by customizing AI analysis solutions of Skydisc, Inc. to the Lexus production line. In the development process, the experience and judgment of skilled inspectors were learned by the AI to improve the inspection accuracy. The noise inspection, which is a pre-shipment...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/30

solution which gets in India from November 15, 2019 (Phase 1).  Phase 2 will see the roll-out of ‘Mercedes me connect’ services via the ‘Mercedes me’ app which is an ex-factory e-sim based cloud connectivity solution available across select models. Phase 3, which is the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) will witness the launch of smart virtual assistant Hey Mercedes. This feature will be soon available with new vehicles sold in Indi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/26

in 2025 On April 3, Stellantis announced the start of the selection phase of internal personnel to be employed in the activities of its first Circular Economy Hub in Mirafiori. A dedicated project team has been created focusing on specific professional skills gained from a technical background and experience in Italian production processes to drive the circular economy development and growth targets. In the coming months, the first 200 resources...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/26

rs are from the customers in their 40s and 50s. Details of the 2017 Genesis G90 flagship sedan, which goes on sale in the U.S. market in September, were revealed on August 8. The Genesis flagship sedan focuses on “Human-Centered Luxury” and provides convenience through the comprehensive Genesis Experience customer program. On September 1 Hyundai started taking orders for the new i30 compact hatchback in Korea. The vehicle is offered with a 1....

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ooperation, focused on China and South Korea as initial key core markets, will allow Renault Group and Geely Holding to share resources and technologies. The focus will be on hybrid vehicles in the fast-growing Asian markets. In South Korea, where Renault Samsung Motors has over two decades of experience, the MoU allows Renault Group and Geely Holding to jointly explore localization of vehicles based on Lynk & Co’s energy-efficient vehic...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

”. The Aion UT super features a high-capacity 500km-range battery. On November 7, GAC Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Huawei Digital Power, a Huawei subsidiary. The two companies will focus on the optimization of NEV ranges and charging and the enhancement of driving and riding experiences to launch in-depth cooperation on the design and manufacturing for power systems and vehicle models. On November 10, GAC Group announced...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

biofuel, unveiled in the special edition SONG PRO COP30. The model, developed specifically for Brazil, was presented during the inauguration of BYD’s final-assembly line in Camaçari, Bahia. The SONG PRO COP30 features BYD’s DM-i (Dual Mode Intelligent) technology, combining an electric driving experience with a flex-fuel 1.5-liter engine capable of running on any petrol-ethanol mix ratio. BYD confirmed plans to expand the Camaçari plant to ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/24

been significantly improved across the lineup,  featuring refined petrol and diesel engines, as well as a new-generation plug-in hybrid that enables the new BMW X3 30e xDrive to achieve an electric range of 81 to 90 km in the WLTP cycle. The BMW X3 M50 xDrive now delivers 293 kW for a more dynamic experience. The X3 has a refreshed exterior reflecting high-quality materials, an expanded list of standard features, and BMW’s latest iDrive system...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/24

for sealing steel bonnets in the paint shop. On September 20, Cupra announced the beginning of production of its Terramar model at the Audi Győr plant, the largest engine plant in the world. Production of the CUPRA Terramar in Győr offers advantages like the optimization of processes based on the experience of the brands or the use of resources offered at the facility. The model, presented at the America's Cup in Barcelona, is already accepting...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/24

t has started production of the Deepal G318 crossover, featuring an angular body design and a serial hybrid powertrain that allows over 1,000 km of range. On February 2, ROX Motor announced that it has selected Avtotor Holding as its manufacturing partner in Russia, citing the company’s extensive experience in the premium segment. The production in Kaliningrad plant will start with welded and painted body technology, enabling a quick launch of ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

on its international business at IAA Mobility. XPeng will officially launch in Germany in 2024. This will begin with the introduction of the XPeng P7 sports sedan and XPeng G9 SUV. The international version of G9 has started shipping to Europe. XPeng will leverage its in-house R&D capabilities and experience as a technology pioneer to establish a global smart EV brand offering industry-leading hardware and software. On September 7, XPeng Inc. (X...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

power generation system that uses bioethanol to generate electricity with high efficiency, and that it has begun trial operations at its Tochigi plant, aiming for full-scale operation in 2030. The stationary power generation system uses solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), in which Nissan has development experience in automotive use.  SOFCs can generate power using a variety of fuels, including ethanol, natural gas, and LP gas. Compared to polymer ele...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

future, the demonstration route will be able to provide testing, validation, capability training and safety evaluation services to all test ICVs and autonomous vehicles that have access to the OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) system. On the same day, more than 10 vehicles were available for the test ride experience on the demonstration route. These vehicles were from different ICV developers, including VW, JAC, Ankai, Chery. On May 31, JAC Group announ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

rio construction and to promote the formulation of V2G (Vehicle to Grid) policies and standards. On May 30, GAC Aion announced that it became a new strategic investment shareholder of Galaxy Autotech Co., Ltd. (Galaxy Autotech). After taking the stake, GAC Aion will directly conduct normalized user experience discussions and joint operations with Galaxy Autotech to improve development efficiency, strengthen product platformization, and accelerate...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/20