Barcelona, organized by © GSM Association; Slide: copyright © 5G Automotive Association)   A notable advantage for OEMs is that adopting NTN does not require significant hardware redesigns: existing terrestrial antennas and compact (~5 mm × 5 mm) TCU footprints can be reused, keeping device complexity low. Global Connectivity: A Persistent Challenge   In the final section, Dr. Flament emphasized the need for truly global connectivity.OEM...

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have achieved multiple business wins in East Asian markets. Vehicles that feature the ADAS solution are expected to be on the road in 2028. In addition, the two companies have developed a consolidated platform combining cockpit and ADAS functions on a single SoC using Snapdragon Ride Flex to reduce complexity and cost. (Robert Bosch GmbH press release on April 10, 2026)...

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o called Android Automotive OS for Software Defined Vehicles (AAOS SDV). The new platform is being developed with various automotive partners, including Renault and Qualcomm. The AAOS SDV platform expands the capabilities of Android Auto to beyond the infotainment system, reducing fragmentation and complexity while providing control for non-safety vehicle features such as seating controls, climate controls, and in-cabin lighting. The platform aim...

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was added with 300 Moroccan workers, producing 40 cars per shift compared to 400 from the two daytime shifts. Stellantis aims for 500 cars per day, a target initially planned for April 2026. The company is also recruiting workers from Nepal, India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan, highlighting the growing complexity of production and Stellantis’ focus on sustaining demand for this key model. Fiat enjoys strong sales of the 500L minivan. It sold more t...

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ich will be shipped to Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas factory in Austin. On October 18, on the Q3 earnings call, Tesla CEO Musk said Cybertruck will begin deliveries on November 30,but  it will take 18 months to reach planned volume production of 250,000 units annually at Gigafactory Texas due to the complexity of the product. Musk said the company is not pushing an aggressive timeline to build the Gigafactory Mexico plant due to economic concerns,...

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fety of technological processes. The updates primarily targeted the assembly of engines, powertrains, and transfer cases. As part of the improvements, an Andon system was introduced for powertrain mating. It allows foremen to monitor the cycle time of each worker and reassign personnel based on the complexity of the operation. This allowed the conveyor cycle time by 7% compared to the previous year. The enhancements to the transfer case and powe...

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hicles. The Brampton plant currently builds Dodge Challenger and Charger models, as well as Chrysler 300 sedans. As the Unifor labor union talks resume with Stellantis in Canada, it has declared 11:59 p.m. October 29 as the strike deadline to obtain a tentative agreement, which will have additional complexity with Its NextStar Energy battery JV with LG Energy Solution that will launch production in Q1 2024 in Windsor. Stellantis already has annou...

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rmed a teardown and evaluation of Tesla’s Model 3, and found that while he admires the technology, the body design and assembly processes employed in Fremont keep the car from being as profitable as it could be. Munro highlighted the case of overbuilding the frame at the bottom of the car and the complexity of the aluminum trunk lid. Munro estimated the total production cost of a USD 50,000 Model 3 studied by his team to be USD 34,700, while ch...

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y, Trade, and Tourism. On June 21, SEAT S.A. announced that at its Prototypes and Pre-Series Centre in Martorell, the e-House department focuses on developing electronics for urban electric cars set for production at the factory. The e-House embodies a new way of conceptualizing EVs, addressing the complexity of electronics by thoroughly analyzing systems before prototype and pre-series assembly.  On June 27, Cupra announced the start of product...

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he coming years. The plant will assemble trucks with both conventional and alternative powertrains and is expected to have a production capacity of approx. 25,000 units per year, creating over 1,000 jobs in areas such as production, IT, quality control, and maintenance. At the same time, production complexity at the Wörth am Rhein plant, Germany, will be reduced to strengthen its long-term competitiveness. The plant will continue to operate as a...

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f approximately 3,800 jobs, and the creation of a leaner, more competitive cost structure for Ford in Europe. By 2025, Ford plans to resize its European engineering footprint, resulting in 2,800 fewer jobs. These changes are driven by the transition to fully electric powertrains and reduced vehicle complexity. Ford will maintain an engineering organization of approximately 3,400 roles in Europe, focused on vehicle design and development, and conn...

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ectric SUV, iX3. The system integrates several components — including the innovative eCompressor, electronic expansion valve block, a combined water-cooled condenser, and internal heat exchanger, chiller, A/C lines, and pressure and temperature sensors — into a single unit. This reduces system complexity, improves thermal performance, and enhances energy utilization, helping extend driving range. Weighing about 16 kg, the module manages the ...

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Schaeffler’s development of central E/E architectures, which are built around a multi domain controller (high performance computer (HPC)). These systems use Ethernet-based data channels, the Remote Control Protocol (RCP), and software centralization to reduce decentralized control units and lower complexity. The company is also developing scalable vehicle electrical system architectures, including 48-volt systems, power electronics, and safety-...

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single platform and delivers a safe, modular computing system with hardware-enforced function isolation. This creates the foundation for vehicles to receive independent new and enhanced software functions throughout their lifecycle. This cross-domain integration reduces the number of ECUs, vehicle complexity, weight, and cost, while supporting optional Edge AI. It can process sensor information in real time for new applications such as predictiv...

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te, and generate your ECU basic software (BSW). Virtualization-ready. Demonstration showcases an Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) application running on NXP, highlighting the low latency; EB corbos Linux complies with ASIL B /SIL 2 safety requirements Display highlights the challenge of increasing complexity in SDV development and the use of automation to address complexity; API-based extensions can be used to automate configuration, scripting, ...

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al rotor radial flux motor. In the first phase of joint development, hydraulic brakes will be integrated into the wheel hub drive. In the second phase, the plan is to make the wheel hub drive without hydraulic components. Integrating the drive system and brake into one increases efficiency, reduces complexity and simplifies the manufacturing process. EV rear brake: EPB drum brake development In electric vehicles, brakes are used less frequentl...

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nd produced the world’s first Front Phygital Shields for the new all-electric BMW iX3.  Front Phygital Shields are designed as a scalable platform that integrates lighting functionality, decorative elements for vehicle styling, and sensor technology. It reduces development and front-end assembly complexity for manufacturers. Front Phygital Shields are made for electric vehicles, as they don’t need a front grille due to the elimination of the...

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Goodyear begins next phase of EMEA transformation to improve efficiency and growth The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear) announced a new phase in its strategic transformation of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) business, aiming to boost sustainability and support future growth. The initiative will streamline operations, reduce internal complexity, and foster a more customer-focused organization. Approximately 600 sales and suppo...

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e produced with considerably fewer variants, and the hardware will be largely standardized. The cars will then have virtually everything on board and customers will be able to activate desired functions “on demand” at any time via the digital ecosystem in the car. This will significantly reduce complexity in production. On May 27, Volkswagen announced that the new Tiguan Allspace is available to order now. Visually, it features a modified fro...

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the company consolidated production of the Accord, Integra, and TLX to one line as it readied the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio to build EVs, including the sporty Acura RSX compact crossover that will arrive in early 2026. Ending production of the TLX, which was just refreshed for 2024, will reduce complexity at the Marysville plant as production of the Acura RSX, the first EV to use Honda’s in-house developed BEV platform, ramps up.  On Augus...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/17