nvestment in U.S.-based ReElement Technologies Corporation (ReElement) and signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on recycling rare earths and rare metals in both Japan and the U.S. ReElement engages in recycling critical mineral resources such as rare earths. Mitsubishi Materials will acquire preferred shares of ReElement. ReElement possesses proprietary chromatography‑based technology used in separation and purification processes...

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assets NIO Capital leads Series C+ investment of nearly CNY 100 million in Ingin Auto Changan Auto, NIO form partnership for battery swapping operations Geely Holding, NIO form partnership for battery swapping business NIO reported to have been qualified for independent vehicle manufacturing NIO to acquire JAC Group’s certain assets for over CNY 3.1 billion NIO Capital leads Series C+ investment of hundreds of millions of CNY in Enkris NIO star...

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ina Merchants Group to cooperate in such fields as NEV supply chains BYD officially names F personalized NEV sub-brand Fang Cheng Bao BYD forms partnership with SPIC to jointly promote green sustainable development BYD officially releases Fang Cheng Bao sub-brand and DMO platform BYD Electronic to acquire Jabil's mobile electronics business for USD 2.2 billion BYD officially launches Seal midsize battery electric coupe in Brazil BYD signs agreem...

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connectivity and automated driving Auto China 2024: XPeng makes global debut of AI-powered Tianji OS, exhibits multiple models XPeng AeroHT to build flying car mass production plant in Guangzhou XPeng enters strategic agreement on E/E architecture technical collaboration with Volkswagen Group XPeng acquires DiDi Global’s intelligent vehicle business assets XPeng Shanghai R&D Center relocated to Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park XPeng unveils P7+, its fir...

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on flexible fuels blended with ethanol from 0 to 100%. The engine delivers 133hp with 100% gasoline and 135hp by 100% ethanol. Annual sales target is set at 7,000 units or more. Mitsubishi is reorganizing its global production network in and out of Japan. In Brazil it will invest 2-3 billion yen to acquire a majority of the stocks of MMC Automotores Do Brasil S.A. Mitsubishi started to produce the ASX in Brazil. The sale of locally produced car s...

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Kiira Motors, Uganda, to supply electric buses to South Africa On March 30, multiple sources reported that Golden Arrow Bus Services signed a USD 150 million deal to acquire 450 electric buses from Kiira Motors Corporation in Uganda. The Kayoola E-Coaches are designed, built, and assembled at Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja. The deal also includes charging infrastructure. Based on multiple sources...

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unch strikes leading to production halt at Saarlouis plant, Germany Ford resumes production at Saarlouis plant, suppliers companies accepts social agreements Vetter to build a new pharmaceutical production site at Ford Saarlouis plant, in Germany Ford finalizes land purchase in Saarlouis; Vetter to acquire 40 hectares for pharmaceutical production Ford European operation impacted by Ukraine conflict Ford plans to reduce production at Saarlouis, ...

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nd half of 2008 through 2009, Truong Hai Auto is considering reduction of the workforce. As of the end of October 2008, 500 employees are standing by at home receiving 70 to 100 percent of their wages. Jardine Cycle & Carriage (C&C), a major automobile sales company in Southeast Asia, said it would acquire a 12 percent equity in Truong Hai Auto for 41 million dollars. With a total investment of 80 million dollars during the July to September peri...

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Argentina launches pre-sale of Ranger Raptor Ford suspends production in India, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam due to coronavirus crisis Ford suspends production in Thailand from March 27, 2020 Ford Thailand recently ships over 2,900 units of Ranger and Everest to Australia Ford reaches deal to acquire former Suzuki plant in Rayong, Thailand Ford starts production of new Focus in Thailand Ford Ranger Super Duty truck to arrive in 2026;...

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ed in 2015, the Aguascalientes facility was built adjacent to Nissan’s A2 plant on a 110-hectare site, with an annual capacity exceeding 230,000 vehicles and generating 3,600 direct jobs initially. On October 27, it was reported that at least nine automotive companies have submitted proposals to acquire the COMPAS plant in Aguascalientes, which is scheduled to close in May 2026. BYD is reportedly the leading contender, as the Chinese automaker...

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nzhen for the general consumers at the end of September. The e6, which will likely be priced at about 300,000 yuan, will receive up to 60,000 yuan subsidy through the national government's preferential treatment of new energy cars and additional 60,000 yuan subsidy from Shenzhen city. BYD Auto will acquire a 18% stake in Zhabuye Lithium High-Tech Co., Ltd. from Xizang Mining Industry Corporation(tentative name) and Xizang Mining Industry Co.,Ltd....

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la Model 3 Radiator Trends in battery thermal management: In November 2024, Mahle GmbH announced a restructuring plan for the group to accelerate the implementation of its MAHLE 2030 strategy, which focuses on increasing efficiency, electrification and thermal management. Mahle GmbH will acquire all remaining shares (approximately 25%) of Mahle Behr GmbH & Co. KG, a specialist in thermal management. In April 2024, Mahle Behr and Hella ...

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nd Daimler’s Bremen plant received a Bronze Plant award for its Mercedes-Benz SL and SLC models having 20 defects each. On August 3, Nissan announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its electric battery operations and production facilities to the Envision Group, which agreed to acquire Nissan subsidiary Automotive Energy Supply Corporation (AESC) and battery manufacturing operations in Smyrna, Tennessee, owned by Nissan North...

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Linamar to acquire two plants from Winning BLW in Germany On March 27, Canada’s Linamar Corp. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Winning BLW’s plants in Remscheid and Penzberg, Germany. The Remscheid facility is a leader in mass production of high-performance precision bevel and intermediate gears for the light vehicle market, while the Penzberg facility specializes in helical gears and high-precision compone...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

or SAG’s electrified models, including and not limited to battery lightweighting, charging-swapping integrated fast charging power battery system and PACK integration. On February 27, But'one Information Corporation, Xi'an (But'one Information Corporation) announced that it will abandon a plan to acquire 100% stakes in Shaanxi Automobile Group. But'one Information Corporation is an IT firm developing software and system integrated service. The ...

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FANUC to invest USD 90 million to build new robotics factory in Michigan On March 24, FANUC America announced plans for a USD 90 million investment to acquire property and construct a new 840,000-square-foot facility in Pontiac, Michigan. Targeted for completion in late 2027, the project is expected to add 225 jobs and expand FANUC America’s engineering capacity and advanced manufacturing capabilities to support growing demand for automation so...

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nts for diesel engines. Currently, most of its products are for forklifts. The sales of the plant will allow UD Trucks to focus on truck assemblies and transmission and other truck parts production in Japan. Global Component Technology (GCT), which is under the control of UniCarriers Holdings, will acquire the Konosu Plant. Related facilities now located at the Ageo Plant will be also moved to the Konosu Plant. GCT will become able to handle fork...

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2024 -Company name changed from Renault Samsung to Renault Korea Motors in March of 2022 -Founded in 1995 Geely and Renault sign MoU for China and South Korea market Renault and Geely signs agreement for joint cooperation in South Korea Renault Samsung changes name to Renault Korea Motors Geely to acquire 34.02% shares of Renault Korea Motors Renault Korea to launch new vehicle line-up based on Geely-Volvo technologies from 2024 Renault Samsung...

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h will be then expanded to 100 outlets nationwide in 2011. On October 28, GAC Changfeng Motor announced that it will temporary suspend stock dealings upon notification from Guangzhou Auto, its leading shareholder. Guangzhou Auto wants to avoid fluctuations of stock prices in relation to its plan to acquire Changfeng Motor. After the acquisition, Guangzhou Auto will start joint venture business with Mitsubishi Motor using the manufacturing facilit...

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on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - The company was established on May 26, 2003. DFSK Motor launches "Fengguang 580" urban SUV DFSK Motor to relocate Shiyan Plant DFSK Motor unveils Glory 580 SUV Sokon to acquire 50% DFSK share held by Dongfeng Moto eGT New Energy Auto plans to use DFSK Motor's old plant to manufacture new energy vehicles CSRC approves ...

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