cedes-Benz Tuscaloosa plant prepares for EV production Mercedes-Benz USA announces pricing for Alabama-built EQE SUV Mercedes-Benz USA announces On-Demand upgrade for EQE, EQS customers Mercedes-Benz Alabama operation prepares for all-electric Maybach EQS SUV Mercedes-Benz applies for IRA tax incentives for projects at two U.S. plants Mercedes-Benz, Steel Dynamics enter sustainable steel supply deal for Tuscaloosa plant UAW workers ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/26

develops urea pump motor for heavy trucks TI Fluid Systems launches new lightweight Thermoplastic Refrigerant Lines for EVs TI Fluid Systems to expand with new E-Mobility Innovation Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan TI Fluid Systems supports North American customers with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)-compliant battery production TI Fluid Systems’ Tangier plant in Morocco acquires Ford Q1 certification TI Fluid Systems to open new e-Mobility ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/23

Kentucky would be part of an expansion for CATL beyond China and serve OEM customers including Ford and BMW, people familiar with the process have said. But CATL has slowed the process of vetting sites for potential new plants since late August when the U.S. passed the new Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), imposing tough restrictions on the sourcing of material used in EV batteries. The IRA requires automakers to have 50% of critical minerals used ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/19

stment: USD 7.1 billion as of August 2024 -Number of Employees: 5,700+ as of August2024 Nissan Leaf loses EV tax credits under new U.S. rules Nissan Smyrna celebrates 40 years in operation, Canton prepares for EV production Nissan LEAF becomes eligible for USD 3,750 EV tax credit under IRA rules Nissan announces 10% wage hikes for U.S. production workers in 2024 Nissan reported to end Leaf EV production in the U.S. Nissan seeks to re...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/14

egree camera system, wireless smartphone charging with Qi support, voice-assisted electric sunroof, rear air conditioning vents, and ambient lighting. Its safety-related features include six airbags and a digital instrument cluster. The vehicle also supports connected car functions through Tata’s iRA system, which includes built-in navigation, a blind spot monitor, and an SOS calling feature. Based on the Tata Motors press release and TaTa Moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

duce nearly 150,000 units of the new Rio by 2017. In 2016, Kia produced 107,500 vehicles in Mexico, exporting more than 93,000 units. Kia Motors announced that the new Rio sedan built in Pesqueria, Nuevo Leon, will be launched in over 65 new markets, including countries such as Egypt, United Arab Emirates, and Jordan. The Forte, which is also made in Pesqueria, will be exported to 10 countries. 80% of the Rio production in Pesqueria will be expor...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/03

y Solution’s stand-alone plant in Arizona, and delivered to Rivian’s facility in Normal, Illinois, for use in the R2 model for the North American market. The supply agreement with Rivian is expected to further strengthen LG Energy Solution’s presence in the U.S. market, as it responds to the IRA initiative while expanding into new markets. (LG Energy Solution release on November 8, 2024) Wins order from Mercedes-Benz affiliate for EV batte...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/17

ment, and began building the first EU Tre 4x2 BEV alphas. Production for EU Tre BEV is expected to commence in H2 2023. The JV also started building EU Tre FCEV betas, which are expected to begin production in H1 2024. On October 20, Nikola Corp. highlighted elements of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that supports its integrated truck and energy business model. The expansion of Nikola’s Coolidge manufacturing facility will benefit from a 30%...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/15

KRW 14.5 billion (JPY 1.45 billion) in a US-based lithium ferro-phosphate (LFP) cathode material manufacturer, Mitra Future Technologies Inc. (Mitra Chem). Mitra Chem was established in 2021 to set up an LFP supply chain in the U.S. and produce products that comply with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Through this investment, L&F plans to reinforce its strategic partnership with Mitra Chem and begin commercial production of LFP cathode materia...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

ans to generate USD 1 billion in revenue from software and services in 2025, with half coming from its own fleet. Rivian is preparing for the potential impacts of tariffs and policy changes with a number of alternative plans, depending on specifics of the tariffs, but plans for the disappearance of IRA incentives at some point. Production and delivery guidance: Q1 2025 deliveries are projected at 8,000 units, with production planned at 14,000 u...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

to over 5,000. This announcement marks the second time this plant has been expanded before it commences operations. In August 2022, they invested an additional USD 2.5 billion on top of the original USD 1.2 billion in order to qualify for incentives and tax breaks under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This investment adds capacity to support battery electric vehicles (BEV’s) including 3-row seat SUV to be manufactured in Toyota Motor Manufac...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/18

them: 1) the slowdown of BEV production in Europe and the influx of Chinese-built BEVs, which may result in reduced Korean battery penetration; and 2) potential changes in the U.S. automotive industry under the Trump 2.0 administration, which could lead to revisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Nevertheless, we foresee that BEV demand in Europe will continue to rise due to the strengthening of CO2 emission targets and an influx of more ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

rcedes-Benz to drop Freightliner Sprinter van in U.S. Mercedes-Benz building next-gen eSprinter at Charleston, Düsseldorf Ludwigsfelde plants Mercedes-Benz Vans presents new versatile, global eSprinter Mercedes-Benz in South Carolina starts to use renewable natural gas Mercedes-Benz applies for IRA tax incentives for projects at two U.S. plants Mercedes-Benz Vans to invest EUR 50 million into North Charleston plant for EV production Mercedes...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/04

randed ZDX in the first half of 2024. At the CES in January 2025, the the company unveiled prototypes of the first two models of its independently developed BEV Honda 0 (Zero) Series (scheduled for launch in North America in 2026). Nissan: Aggressive introduction of PHEVs planned   Ponz Pandikuthira, Chief Planning Officer for Nissan Americas, which oversees the Americas, said at an event held at the company's U.S. headquarters in October 2024...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/21

ries to Ford for its electric commercial vans in Europe, starting in 2026 with contract duration ranging from four to six years. The two companies also agreed that batteries for the current Ford Mustang Mach-E will be produced at LG Energy Solution’s Michigan facility in 2025 to capitalize on the IRA tax credits modified for 2024. The move will make those Mach-E models, assembled in Cuautitlan, Mexico, now eligible for the federal clean energy ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/02/19

n the first phase, 500 superfast chargers will be deployed over two years across key cities and major highways. While these chargers will be accessible to all EV users, TATA.ev customers will receive priority access and special tariffs. The partner-operated mega chargers will be integrated into the IRA.ev app, allowing users to locate stations and make payments without needing multiple charging apps. Based on Tata Motor's press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

y, the focus will be on policies toward EV tax credits, tariffs, emissions standards, and AV regulations. While Trump has indicated that EV tax credits could be scaled back or removed, it will require Congressional action to make this happen, as they were established by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Therefore, changes could be relatively slow to take place. Tariffs on imported vehicles, and potentially components, may be implemented at the b...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/31

p a joint venture, but Nissan had delayed plans to begin BEV production in the U.S. out of its plant in Canton, Mississippi, since the segment has cooled. Nissan’s BEVs are currently powered by batteries made by AESC Group, making them ineligible for U.S. subsidies under Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). (multiple sources on January 24, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/28

int ventures. The master supply agreement, that includes a minimum off-take commitment, has a USD multi-billion value for Vianode and marks an important step forward in strengthening the North American battery and EV supply chain. The high-performance anode graphite will be shipped from Vianode’s IRA compliant large-scale plant in North America with production starting in 2027.  Vianode produces synthetic anode graphite with a 90% lower CO2 fo...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

ALFA architecture.  On January 22, Tata Motors announced that it has launched 3 fully BS-VI ready cars. The new Nexon will be available in 1.2L Revotron turbocharged petrol BS-VI engine and 1.5L Revotorq turbocharged diesel BS-VI engine. It will be the first car from Tata Motors to feature the ‘iRA Tech’ – the new connected car technology, which has been designed specifically for India and caters to its unique driving conditions. The Tia...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/01/14