Torc collaborates with Edge Case to advance commercialization of autonomous trucks Torc Robotics announced a new strategic collaboration with Edge Case, a technical partner for advanced technologies and safety-critical systems, to further development of SAE Level 4 autonomous trucks for long-haul applications. The collaboration will help ensure that Torc’s driverless safety case aligns with applicable AVSC Best Practices and guidance from the O...

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FY 2024-25, Gabriel India highlighted its R&D achievements across automotive segments. It developed and validated external valve serviceable semi-active shock absorbers for passenger vehicles and internal valve semi-active suspension systems for premium two-wheelers. Gabriel India engaged in joint development projects with global European and Asian OEM platforms for commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses. The company’s R&D efforts foc...

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y, and user experience (AS&UX) technical center in Chennai, its fourth technical facility in India. The 34,000-sq.-ft. center, set to host up to 500 engineers by 2026. It is equipped with advanced AI/ML-powered labs and test infrastructure aimed at accelerating next-gen ADAS and in-cabin perception development. The facility will focus on software for ADAS, in-cabin sensing, and software-defined infotainment solutions with a focus on Indian automa...

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Cerence, US integrates Audio AI suite into HARMAN’s AudioworX On August 14, Cerence Inc. announced the integration of its Audio AI suite into HARMAN’s AudioworX, a comprehensive tool and functionality suite that provides a high-quality development process for automotive audio products. AudioworX now features Cerence Speech Signal Enhancement (SSE) and In-Car Communication (ICC), enabling clearer, optimized audio experiences, as well as Cerenc...

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BHTC opens expanded production and development site in Bozhurishte, Bulgaria On August 19, BHTC announced that BHTC Bulgaria EOOD has officially opened its expanded production and development site in Bozhurishte, Bulgaria. With an investment of EUR 25 million, the new plant expansion will create over 100 additional jobs in the coming years. BHTC Bulgaria is part of the AUO Group. Since launching operations in 2013, it has grown to more than 650 e...

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4- started production of electric motor plant - plans 12 plants for localized production of electric vehicles and auto components with investment of RUB 70 billion Avtotor, Russia finishes construction of electric motors and electronic control systems plants Avtotor, Russia joins working group for development of electric transport Avtotor develops cooperation with Russian universities for import substitution Avtotor, Russia creates infrastructu...

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Z acquired 99% stake in the former Nissan plant in St. Petersburg. - On November 24, 2022, the following transfers were officially completed. - On October 11, 2022, Nissan announced that Nissan’s Executive Committee has approved the sale of its Russian operations to NAMI, the Central Research and Development Automobile and Engine Institute. - Investment: EUR 312 million (USD 356 million) (as of July 2017) - Production started in June 2009. Ni...

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Martinrea International Inc. Canada Pat D'Eramo (CEO) -The Company is a leader in the production and development of lightweight structures and propulsion systems for the automotive industry. Its products include chassis components and systems, body-in-white solutions, battery trays, and propulsion systems.-The Company has three operating segments organized based on geographic region: North America, Europe, and Rest of the World.Competitors-Aludyn...

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Kirloskar Motor (TKM), Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts (TKAP), and its related company Toyota Industries Engine India (TIEI) announced their memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Government of Karnataka to invest INR 48 billion. In addition to boosting the local manufacturing eco-system, the new development will provide an impetus to employment generation and local community development. The investments are aimed at promoting greener technolog...

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GmbH & Co. KG Valeo Group Robert Bosch (France) S.A.S. Aptiv (China) Investment Co., Ltd. Valeo eAutomotive Germany GmbH (Formerly Valeo Siemens eAutomotive Germany GmbH) Lovato Gas S.P.A. Beijing Landi Renzo Autogas Systems Co., Ltd. Bosch (China) Investment Ltd. Shanghai Poyang M & E Technology Development Co., Ltd. Valeo Group (China) Hitachi Astemo Ayutthaya Ltd. (Formerly Keihin Auto Parts (Thailand) Co., Ltd.) Denso Europe B.V. Mitsubishi...

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curities Hozon Auto files for IPO with HKEX Neta Auto Hong Kong R&D Center inaugurated Neta Auto forges partnership with BBVA Mexico Hozon Auto faces bankruptcy review Neta Auto commissions its global headquarters in Putuo District, Shanghai Neta Auto forms partnership with Avnet to jointly promote development of NEV industry Neta Auto forms partnership with Dassault System to upgrade manufacturing system Neta Auto unveils Hozon Intelligent Techn...

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with Huawei SERES unveils AITO brand with first model to be announced on December 23 AITO Wenjie M5 luxury smart SUV unveiled by SERES and now available for preorders SERES begins delivery of AITO Wenjie M5 luxury smart SUV Sokon’s subsidiary sets up new company in Chongqing for manufacturing and development of auto parts Wenjie M5 EV, first electric SUV co-developed by SERES and Huawei, officially launched On April 23, Dongfeng signed an agree...

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plant, started production in July 2018, the production of plant is suspended, formerly Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. - The Tongxiang plant resides on a 267,000 sqm, at a total invest of RMB 1.156 billion for the first phase.- Production model will be released in 2019. Research and development is conducted jointly with Tsinghua University. Targeting annual sales of 100,000 units in 2020. - Registered capital is RMB 896.5736 milli...

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SUV and will launch the vehicle in Q3 2020 Chery New Energy launches all-new eQ5 mid-size battery electric SUV Chery Group to exhibit 18 vehicles under Chery, EXEED and Jetour brands Chery Automobile started the construction of its electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in the High-Tech Industry Development Zone in Wuhu City, Anhui Province on February 23, 2016. The new plant will be built on a site of approximately 230,000 square meters with ...

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vehicle is an 18-meter-long articulated bus that will be fitted with bodywork from Colombian companies. It is powered by BYD's Blade LFP batteries, which drive the electric motor, producing up to 530 hp.  The bus can transport up to 160 passengers over approximately 300 km on a single charge. The development project for this electric bus aims to participate in the upcoming Transmilenio tender for the acquisition of 296 buses. On July 11, local ...

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ction in July 2014 FAW Trucks to invest ZAR 200 million in South Africa FAW Trucks South Africa to ramp up production FAW Trucks plans new models for South Africa FAW Trucks assembles 8,000th unit at Coega plant, South Africa FAW launches JH6 33.420FT truck in South Africa On November 11, Coega Development Corporation (Coega) announced that FAW Trucks South Africa (SA) will invest ZAR 200 million. FAW SA said that it is planning to level up i...

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orm, developed with Marcopolo Superpolo and Hino in Colombia. The 100% electric model cuts energy use by 10%, offers a 300–400 km range, and has capacity for 160 passengers. It features Blade batteries, silicon carbide controllers, adaptive suspension, and 300 kW fast charging. After 23 months of development and testing, BYD will deliver 102 units between 2025 and 2026 as part of Bogotá’s plan to add 364 electric buses....

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rtified for the upcoming L8 standards. The 1.0-litre HR10 engine generates output of 92kW and 220 Nm of torque, with 90% available at 1,750 rpm for quick throttle response. The 1.3-litre HR13 engine generates output of 125kW and 270 Nm of torque at 1,600rpm. HORSE has invested over 170,000 hours of development into the HR10 engine to meet South American demands. The Curitiba plant has invested BRL 100 million to produce 500,000 engines annually, ...

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es continue to shrink. Under the impact of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) of the same level, the fuel economy advantages of Honda models have vanished, while there remains a gap in terms of intelligence level compared with models of many emerging automakers. Although Honda China started focusing on the development of NEVs, their market performance has been unsatisfactory.On May 12, Nissan announced that its April sales volume was 46,295 units, down 1...

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nt to the volume it sold of the previous Corolla. The new Corolla has 50% local content, similar to the previous model, and TSAM would work to increase this over the life-cycle of the vehicle. The 2014 Corolla is the first vehicle TSAM manufactures under government’s new Automotive Production and Development Program (APDP) and the eleventh generation of the Corolla. TSAM has reportedly invested South African rand (ZAR) 1 billion in production o...

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