ca and Europe partially offset by improved performance in China. These sales declines are based on an expected decrease in year-to-year vehicle production declines in North America, Europe and Asia. Despite new business wins in the Americas, including awards due to onshoring programs, the Company faces headwinds due to uncertainty in vehicle production combined with potential tariff policy changes. In the EMEA region, the Company is in the middle...

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Gentex Corporation USA Steven R. Downing (President and CEO) -The Company manufactures digital vision, connected car, dimmable glass, premium audio, fire protection, medical devices, and consumer electronic technologies across multiple industries. For the automotive market, the Company focuses on automatic-dimming and non-automatic dimming rearview mirrors, mirror-integrated displays and electronics. Automotive rearview mirrors and electronics ac...

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eted the opening of its office in Frankfurt, Germany. The VinFast GmbH will operate in the field of purchasing, selling, distributing and performing trade transactions of commercial (including but not limited to import and export) parts, components and materials for the automotive and related services industries. - Construction of plant started in September 2017. - Initial investment: USD 1 billion - 1.5 billion - The 1st period production capa...

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-Out of total sales in the fiscal year that ended in March 2025, sales to the Toyota Group accounted for 55.1% of the total. -The Company’s operations consist of five automotive segments, which are thermal systems, powertrain systems, mobility electronics, electrification systems, and advance devices. Each segment's main products are listed below. Category Sub-category Products Thermal systems Air-conditioning systems -HVAC-Compressors-Cab...

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bility. What is “Chassis 2.0”?A1．ZF is advancing the development of “Chassis 2.0,” a comprehensive concept designed to support software-defined vehicles (SDVs), autonomous driving, and electrification. By integrating expertise in smart actuators, system technology, and software, ZF introduces advanced technologies that create new possibilities in vehicle dynamics performance. Rather than optimizing individual components in isolation as ...

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) Mercedes-Benz Vario (-2013) Commercial van assembly plant, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Competence center for the individualization of electric vans - Number of Employees: 1,700 (as of 2024) - Started production in 1965. - Established in 1936 Mercedes-Benz Vans to invest EUR 2 billion for products, services from 2017-2018 World premiere of new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Daimler continue short-time working until April 30 Mercedes-Benz announces future p...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/06/15

quired regulatory approvals related to the previously announced sale of the Company’s Off-Highway business to Allison have been received. The parties intend to close the transaction at or near the end of 2025. "Finalizing this transaction with Allison, a company well-positioned to continue the success of our Off-Highway business, has enabled us to return USD 600 million to shareholders this year", said R. Bruce McDonald, Company Chairman and CE...

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initiates AFEELA 1 trial production in Ohio, U.S. Acura to suspend RDX production in 2026 as new fourth-gen is developed Honda 0 Series Saloon now delayed to 2027 Honda plants in U.S. affected by recent EV cancellations Sony Honda Mobility awaits decision on AFEELA project Sony Honda Mobility announces discontinuation of development and launch of AFEELA 1 and second model of AFEELA vehicles, scheduled to be produced at the East Liberty plant Hond...

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Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC (HDMA), Marysville Auto Plant Honda Accord Sedan (1982-), Accord Coupe (-2017), Accord Hybrid Sedan (2013-); Honda CR-V (2018-2022); Acura TLX (TL successor, 2014-2025), ILX (2015-2022), TL (-2014), RDX (-2012), Integra (2022-), EV RSX (2026-planning cancelled); Honda EV 0 Series SUV (2026-planning cancelled), EV 0 Series Saloon (2027-planning cancelled); Battery units, Hybrid battery packs Pass...

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velopment from EUR 3.5 billion to EUR 3.6 billion and increased the research and development investment ratio from 7.6% to 8.6%, surpassing the 8% mark for the first time in recent years. In general, the Company has focused investment in research and development to adapt its current products and processes to the changes and trends of the automotive industry. Specifically, the Company’s investment is focused on the areas of AI, digital twins, an...

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o improve cooling performance. Next, in the receiver-dryer, low-temperature, high-pressure liquid refrigerant cooled by the condenser is temporarily stored. This part is also called the "receiver," "receiver tank," or "liquid tank." The receiver-dryer also has the function of a filter and removes excess moisture and impurities in the refrigerant. The expansion valve installed at the inlet of the evaporator expands the high-pressure refrigerant se...

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te against Chinese makers whose development and production lead time is short. Jatco will introduce its original main “Jatco excellent production system (eJEDS)” for the development of electrified vehicle products. The company, which has started to introduce MBD technology in its development processes, aims to reduce rework in actual device test and development processes, and dramatically shorten development. (From an article in the Nikkan Ji...

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aplant in Georgia Hyundai Motor Group secures renewable energy for its U.S. manufacturing plants Hyundai plans to stay within current investment amount to add hybrids at Metaplant Hyundai's Ioniq 5 to be first model produced in new Metaplant in Georgia Hyundai’s Metaplant America officially announces 2025 IONIQ 5 as to be built in Q4 U.S. agency to reexamine permit for Hyundai's USD 7.6 billion EV plant in Georgia Hyundai debuts U.S.-built 2025...

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); EV Sango shuttle buses (Suspended); EV Battery (Suspended); Plant of NEVS (Former: Plant of Saab), Leased by Polestar for use as a development and testing site of powertrains, motors and batteries. EV Electra Ltd bought a partial product line and related assets. - In September 2024, multiple sources reported that EV Electra failed to acquire the rights to the Swedish Emily GT project, leading to the termination of cooperation with NEVS. - EV ...

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Asahi Kasei Corp. Japan Foaming Various sensors Leather / Fabric DC-DC converter Airbag fabric Nonwoven cloth Various processes IC Lithium-ion battery separator Other interior parts Plastic extrusion processing Paint LSI Seat fabric Coil Other battery related parts Various semiconductors Film Other electronic device Fuel cell system parts Artificial suede Nonwoven fabric for hot forming Thread Fabric sheet Magnetic sensor Hall IC Hall Elements ...

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Pioneer Corporation Japan Shiro Yahara (President and CEO) -A leader in car audio and navigation systems. It engages primarily in the car electronics business, leveraging its cutting-edge technologies to turn innovative and visionary ideas into industry-leading products and services.-The Company operates in the following business areas: General Consumer Business, OEM Business, Sound Business, Mobility Service Business, and Onboard Camera AI Solut...

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nter of its future mobility strategy. At the Car IT Symposium 2026, Dr. Céline Laurent-Winter, Vice President Connected Vehicle Platforms at BMW, presented a vision in which vehicles are always online, highly personalized, predictive, and powered by a combination of onboard AI and cloud-based services. Neue Klasse, beginning with the iX3, is positioned as the first major product expression of this strategy.   MarkLines’ earlier interview with...

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al Parts: 17% Weatherstrips: 11% -The Company had an 18% share of the global airbag market as of March 2025. -Sales to the Toyota Group account for 68% of total sales based on FY2024 results according to the company. Exclusive Interview   【JEE 2026】Toyoda Gosei: From Components to Spaces, From Going it Alone to Collaboration Mr. Nawashiro, Director, Executive Officer, and Chief Technology Officer (CTO)  Exclusive Interview ...

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Klasse model in Germany BMW to produce near-series BMW i3 test vehicles in Munich, Germany BMW begins winter testing of Neue Klasse electric i3 (produced at Munich plant) in Arjeplog, Sweden BMW unveils all-electric i3 Neue Klasse, deliveries begin this autumn (Produced at Munich plant) BMW introduces entry-level iX3 40 Neue Klasse SAV (Produced at Munich plant) BMW upgrades Munich plant for EV production from 2027 BMW develops new Hydrogen Tank...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/27

pers-Lock-ups-Dry double clutches Thermal SystemsThermal Climate Control-Air-conditioning systems and modules; air-conditioning loops and modules, including evaporators and heater cores-Dual-layer HVAC systems-Ultra-thin HVAC systems-Decentralized interior comfort modules; rear air conditioning devices, boosters, additional comfort modules-Aquarius cooling mist diffusers-Positive temperature coefficient heaters for hybrid and electric vehicles-Ho...

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