Hybrid (2017-), A8L PHV (2019-), EV A8 e-tron (2026-planning) S8, R8 Coupe (2006-2015); Audi EV Artemis project (Audi, Porsche, Bentley): EV D-SUV models (2026-planning); Passenger car assembly plant, Centre of competency for a key electromobility technology - Number of employees: 15,515 (as of December 31, 2024) - Production output excludes the models manufactured at the Böllinger Höfe plant - Established in 1873 in Riedlingen, transferred...

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Corporation announced a recall of its Aero series heavy-duty trucks for possible use of improper parts for the hand-controlled valves. This may cause a problem when applying the parking brake. Affected vehicles are about 1,977 units made from June 2010 to August 2012. Mitsubishi Fuso announced on December 11 The new large "Aero Queen" tourist bus and the new "Aero Ace" incorporating Active Mitigation Brake (AMB) as standard equipment will go on ...

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update. Table of amended regulations (Oct. 2025) *S: Amendment number, C: Error correction number. **: If you can't download the PDF file, please try with different browsers. Downloading problems have been reported for some browsers. Document reference Status of document* Working Documents # (ECE/TRANS/WP.29/) Issuing date Entry into force Title Description ** (To see the original document, click the text.) Name # 1 Agreementregarding...

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performance. Looking back at the history of the popularization of automobiles, the introduction of power steering, which makes steering easier, along with automatic transmissions and air conditioning, can be said to have been one of the mechanisms that made driving easier and more comfortable. In recent years, in response to the CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric) technological trends, efforts have been made to improve steering perfor...

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BMW becomes first carmaker in Germany to gain UN approval for Level 2 driver assistance systems On October 30, BMW announced it is the first carmaker in Germany to receive approval for its driver assistance systems under UN Regulation No. 171 for Driver Control Assistance Systems (DCAS). The regulation sets global safety standards for Level 2 driver assistance technologies. With the approval, BMW can now offer its Motorway Assistant with Level 2 ...

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features. The bus is equipped with a ZF Traxon AMT transmission and pneumatic power steering for smooth operation. THACO’s R&D team optimized the chassis to suit Thailand’s road conditions, while the bus is produced on a modern, automated, and digitally managed assembly line that complies with ECE safety, emissions, and quality standards. Announced on December 5, BMW Group and Truong Hai Auto Corporation (THACO) joined hands to manufacture B...

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ZF unveils Software Update Management System for buses and coaches at Busworld 2025 ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF)’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division launched a new Software Update Management System (SUMS) Service Suite at Busworld 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. The SUMS Service Suite enables bus and coach OEMs to implement updates securely in compliance with UN/ECE R156. It consists of consulting, training, documents, and software tools, in...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

  FY ended Dec. 28, 2024 FY ended Dec. 30, 2023 Rate of change (%) Overall Textron Industrial Segment Sales 3,515 3,841 (8.5) Textron Industrial Segment Profit 151 228 (33.8) Sales by Product Line Fuel Systems and Functional Components (Company) 1,891 1,954 (3.2   >>>Locations-As of December 28, 2024, the Company has more than 30 production plants across 13 countries worldwide. 1997 Kautex Group (present name is Kautex Textron) ...

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il October 29. Given the plant closedown during an estimated one and a half months from the middle of October, Mitsubishi foresees a production loss as 32,000 vehicles. A new production line for the "Global Small" compact model now under construction is expected to be completely as planned between December 2011 and January 2012. Mitsubishi Motors said on November 10 that the Laemchabang plant, which has been idled since the night shift on October...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/30

l vehicles. The red circles indicate the locations of the NEV (New Energy 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 when the data is updated. - On December 28, 2018, Foton Motor announced that Changsheng Xingye (Xiamen) has spent about CNY 4 billion to acquire a 67% stake in Beijing Borgward Autom...

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duty trucks, export center in southern China and sanitation equipment manufacturing center. On the same day, Foton Motor also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Changsha Urban Development Group Co., Ltd. and Hunan Xiangjiang Group regarding intelligent connected commercial vehicles. On December 15, Foton Motor released multiple new products at its 2023 product launch. Foton Motor has planned and formulated a mid-to-long-term technol...

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ntegrated backlighting. Dec. 2021 Held the groundbreaking ceremony of its new plant in Changzhou, China.   Zanini Auto Grup acquires European activities of Zanini Spa Zanini's new Chinese plant starts operations Zanini's new plant in China to become operational in May 2014 Zanini Auto Group receives investment from EIB for expansion and ADAS Zanini to open joint venture plant in India Zanini breaks ground on new plant in China Zanini debu...

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ntly supplied to a global OEM, and a 5G version designed for seamless cloud integration, enabling real-time data exchange and remote diagnostics. Both TCUs have achieved key industry certifications, including IATF 16949 and ASPICE, as well as safety and cybersecurity standards such as ISO 26262, UN ECE R155 for cybersecurity, and UN ECE R156 for OTA software updates. Based on Foxconn press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

d merger with Ningbo Joyson Electronics Corp. Apr. 2018 Company completed acquisition all of the Takata Group's assets and businesses except the phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate airbag inflator business Company changed name from "Key Safety Systems" to "Joyson Safety Systems"   KSS receives World Excellence Award from Ford KSS opens new facility in Shanghai, China KSS wins Q1 Award from Ford KSS expands inflatable seatbelt produc...

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terior lighting, display lighting and functional illumination, light projections and lidars.-The Company adjusted its corporate structure at the beginning of the 2024 financial year in order to strengthen its entrepreneurial approach at business unit (BU) level and increase its innovative power by decentralizing certain functions. The Company is currently organized into three business units. Business in the semiconductor sector is managed in th...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/08/25

e adoption status of UN regulations How to confirm the adoption status of UN regulations on the UN website.The list shows which regulation by country has been adopted. Open your browser to the Data sharing section under Agreements and Regulations of the UN site at the following link:  https://unece.org/data-sharing UN top page＞ Our work＞ Programmes> Transport＞ Vehicle Regulations＞ Agreements and Regulations> Data sharing Click here...

Regulations  Updated at: 2025/08/20

Atom conducts crash tests of upcoming electric car in Russia On August 8, Atom announced that it has completed the first of three rounds of crash tests of its upcoming electric car. Its results confirm the reliability of the body structure and the effectiveness of all passive safety solutions used. Based on the test results, the target indicators for passenger protection in the ECE94 and ECE95 certification crash tests were achieved. Besides, End...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

Škoda Auto, Kvasiny Plant Skoda Superb (2001-2023), Superb Combi (2009-2023), PHV Superb iV (2019-2023), SUV Yeti (2009-2018), Roomster (2006-2015), Kodiaq (2016-), Karoq (2017‐), Kodiaq iV PHV (2024-), Kodiaq MHV (2024-), Octavia (2024-); SEAT Ateca/ Cupra Ateca (2016-); Passenger car assembly plant - Number of Employees: 6,108 (as of December 2024) - Investment:   2024: EUR 49 million for modernizing the production line and welding sh...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/07

, 2025. ABC Technologies is now the sole shareholder of the Company. Thermal management products Coolant Components:• Inner Battery Fluid Distributors (IBFD)• Coolant Flow Valves• Electric Coolant Pumps Refrigerant Components:• Air-Conditioning Tubes and Hose Assemblies• Accumulators and Receiver Dryers• Coaxial or Tube-in-Tube Assemblies Thermal Systems:• Heaters and Radiator Hoses• Plastic Thermal Systems for Lithium-Ion Battery...

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velops and manufactures solutions extending the vehicle lifecycle, special original equipment, spare components, and workshop equipment   -The Company’s four largest customers, consisting of VW, Stellantis, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz, comprised 45.4% of its net sales in the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, compared to 46.1% in 2023. The acquisition of Hella has significantly diversified the sales of the Company, expanding the percentage...

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