increased its investment in expanding its Horna Streda plant in Slovakia from EUR 200 million to EUR 1 billion to produce battery modules for electric cars. The first phase, with a EUR 360 million investment, began earlier this year, with production expected to start by late 2024. The second phase, costing EUR 700 million, will begin this autumn, with battery cell sub-assembly production likely to start in three years. On September 7, multiple so...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/04

oles are based at Bentley's headquarters in Crewe, the company has introduced hybrid working - a blend of onsite and remote working. On February 16, Bentley Motors announced a ground-breaking ceremony for its new Launch "Quality Centre and Engineering Technical Centre" at its headquarters in Crewe. Costing GBP 35 million to construct, the center forms part of a GBP 2.5 billion, ten-year investment program in future products and at the Pyms Lane f...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/31

also invested in a sophisticated telemetry control system that facilitates remote IsoC monitoring of the active work 24/7, head-to-toe protective gear and special respirators for chemists, non-reactive, nickel-based immersion vessels, a safety monitoring and alarm system and electrolytic solutions costing thousands of dollars per gallon. (From a press release on March 16, 2021) Honda Motor Europe announced that it is now offering a new premium c...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/29

tive Systems received Supplier Performance Awards in bronze. In addition, Johnson Controls awarded the Leadership Award for continuous improvement to Robert Bosch GmbH. (From a press release on October 18, 2013) Robert Bosch GmbH announced that it has developed the new EVOII mechanical vacuum pump. Costing up to 75 percent less than comparable electric pumps, this new generation is the ideal solution for modern gasoline and diesel engines. With C...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/29

ith TM4 e-propulsion portfolio at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 Dana to supply Spicer SmartConnect disconnecting AWD systems for 2019 Ford Edge Dana moves closer to first quarter 2019 acquisition of Oerlikon Drive Systems Dana acquires SME Group to enhance electromobility capabilities Dana launches costing tool for electric vs. diesel commercial vehicle comparisons Dana completes purchase of Drive Systems segment of Oerlikon Group Dana enters par...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/28

GM's Q2 operating profit drops 45.1%, sales up 7.5% On July 22, General Motors reported that its Q2 2025 net income dropped 35.4% to USD 1.9 billion, with import tariffs costing it USD 1.1 billion since first imposed in April. EBIT Adjusted of USD 3.04 billion was down 31.6% compared to the same period a year ago. Q2 revenue was down 1.8% to USD 47.1 billion, with GMNA (North America) revenue down 3.0% to USD 39.5 billion, and GMI (International)...

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of dozens of global markets. On July 13, Skoda Auto's energy provider subsidiary, SKO-ENERGO announced the project launch to modernize its plant in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic, aiming for 100% biomass usage and carbon neutrality. Construction will begin in 2024, and the upgraded heating plant, costing EUR 141 million, will be operational within 3 years. The power plant will undergo a total revamp with all boilers exclusively using biomass, c...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/24

o and the 440 hp Panamera 4S. Both models will be equipped with a new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK II) and all-wheel drive as standard. For production of the Panamera, Porsche had invested EUR 500 million in its Leipzig site, which includes a completely new body manufacturing facility. Costing EUR 500 million and taking two years to complete, the expansion saw the creation of a new body shop with a production area of around 60,000 sq...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/22

production was down 13.8% to 319,252 units, commercial vehicle was down 22.0% to 21,473 units and engines were down 17.1% to 598,963 units.Mike Hawes, CEO of SMMT said "UK Automotive is fundamentally strong but, as these figures show, it is being tested like never before, with each week of shutdown costing the sector and economy billions. Government’s emergency measures are helping keep many companies afloat and thousands of people in jobs, but...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2025/07/16

e critical engine spares for the Brio would be manufactured. Honda will utilize the free trade agreement with Thailand to export the components. Honda Siel Cars India launched an upgraded version of its Accord luxury sedan. The new 'Accord' will also be available in two options, a 2.4-litre version costing Rs 19.60-20.36 lakh and a 3.5-litre variant with a Rs 25.41 lakh price tag. It features ABS, TCS (Traction Control System) and VSA (Vehicle St...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/11

1.5-liter motor in the Vios, in contrast, generates 108 hp at 6,000 rpm and 140 Nm at a higher 4,200 rpm. The Ativ has four grades and is priced exactly the same as the Yaris: J Eco at THB 469,000, J at THB 519,000, E at THB 549,000 and G at THB 599,000. However, the Ativ gets an additional S trim costing THB 619,000. On September 14, Toyota Motor Thailand launched new Yaris Hatchback. It comes with a 1.2-liter DUAL VVT-i and Super CVT-i transmi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/07

ling the planned sale of its Opel division in Germany and Vauxhall division in the U.K. to Magna and its partner in Russia, the automaker will keep them in its group, citing an improved business environment and Opel's strategic importance. The automaker is shortly submitting its restructuring plans costing approximately 3 billion euros to governments of countries concerned including Germany. In response to this new move, the German government sai...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/27

he U.S., while the Equinox EV will have a mixed distribution, serving both the local and North American markets. On June 10, Chevrolet revealed that its 2025 Blazer EV electric SUV will arrive at a lower base price in its existing LT and RS versions, however, there are content changes, with options costing more. The 2025 Blazer models have not yet started production, at GM’s plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, and GM suggested that there will be “...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/26

On August 16, JLR announced that it will recruit 300 new technicians and test engineers in the West Midlands to expand production of its Range Rover vehicles and develop its next-generation electric models. JLR will recruit around 100 technicians for its Solihull plant to operate in a new body shop costing around GBP 130 million, which will support a 30% increase in Range Rover and Range Rover Sport production and a new body production system cos...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/26

28. Manley said that the issues with fit and finish which had slowed the launch of this important new vehicle have been worked out, and that the replacement for the Jeep Liberty would begin shipping in volume this fall. The production of the Liberty ended last summer, and the loss of the Liberty is costing the Jeep brand 7,000 to 8,000 sales each month. Manley said he expects retail sales of the new Cherokee eventually to double the 75,000 of Lib...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/02/26

n February 22, the consortium of Olectra Greentech Limited and Evey Trans Private Limited (EVEY) received a letter of award (LOA) from Brihan Mumbai Electric Supply & Transport Undertaking (BEST / Authority) for supply, operation, and maintenance of 2,400 electric buses on gross cost contract basis costing around INR 40 billion approximately. EVEY will procure these buses from Olectra and will deliver them over 18 months. The maintenance of these...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/01/06

Panasonic Energy is considering new investments of up to USD 4 billion in its De Soto, Kansas, plant to produce 4680 battery cells for the Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla’s next-gen vehicles, according to sources with knowledge of the matter. The Kansas plant, currently under construction, is already costing Panasonic USD 4 billion. Panasonic already plans to build 2170-type cells for EVs in De Soto, its second plant in North America after the shar...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/12/24

million will create 125 new jobs. This investment is the fourth for TMMAL since the plant commenced its operations in 2003, bringing total investment to over $700 million. Toyota started production of four-cylinder engines at the Huntsville, Alabama plant, creating an additional 1,000 some jobs and costing $637 million. The engine plant has an annual production capacity of 210,000 4-cylinder engines, boosting a total capacity to 506,000 engines, ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/12/19

ch 31, 2024, Automotive Axles Limited (AAL) engaged in following activities Design Development of high capability axle MS185 is completed for vehicles with 10X2 DTLA and 4X2 TT applications. Concept design and development of MS177 for bus and EV remote mount applications.  Concept development and costing for MT15I DCDL (Driver Controlled differential lock). MT160 Tandem DCDL (Driver Controlled differential lock) proto release for 320 and 360 Hp...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/12/18

On August 16, JLR announced that it will recruit 300 new technicians and test engineers in the West Midlands to expand production of its Range Rover vehicles and develop its next-generation electric models. JLR will recruit around 100 technicians for its Solihull plant to operate in a new body shop costing around GBP 130 million, which will support a 30% increase in Range Rover and Range Rover Sport production and a new body production system cos...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/11/21