2026 emphasized the growing importance of integrated material, process, and system expertise in automotive engineering.   This report summarizes selected presentations from the congress, with a particular focus on material innovation, sustainability, and functional integration, and does not aim to cover the full thematic scope of the event.  Prof. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, Director, Center of Automotive Management (CAM), Bergisch-Gladbach   Prof. D...

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te) "*" is for commercial vehicles or includes production capacity for commercial vehicles. The red circles indicate the locations of the NEV (New Energy Vehicle: EV, PHV, FCV) manufacturing sites. (Source) The data are based on the figures released 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 Jun 30, 1994. BAIC exhibits elect...

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ing. The 2028 target of becoming a tier-one heavy-duty truck manufacturer ranking top five with an annual sales scale of over 125,000 units and an overseas sales share of 20%. In addition, on the same day, the new Beijing Heavy-duty Truck sub-brand was officially established. Its product structure covers three platforms: “Fendou”, “Zhuimeng” and “Fuxing”, which are positioned as a “economical heavy-duty truck” platform, a “fuel...

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PT WIJAYA KARYA (Persero) Tbk. Indonesia Wheel cap / cover Intake manifold Commercial vehicle parts Aluminum casting Peripheral engine parts Various stampings Engine front cover Various casting Transmission case Alumunium Casted Components Engine Cover Gear Case IATF16949 (Formerly ISO/TS16949) ISO9001...

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frequencies bands from 2 GHz to 6 GHz to the  immunity tests and revision of modulation method. - Addition of the reverberation chamber method to ESA immunity tests and deletion of the 800 mm test method. -Update of reference standards (excluding CISPR12/25). - Revision of flowchart to clarify ESA coverage. -Addition of requirements to define normal mode. -Addition of definitions (ADS, AECS, AVAS) and supplement to test autonomous driving for im...

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PT. Wahana Eka Paramitra Indonesia -Shareholder: PT. Astra Otoparts Tbk 43.5% Clutch cover Heat treatment Manual transmission assembly Hot forging Various stampings Various machining Aluminum casting Assembly Transmission rear cover Transmission case Steering knuckle Commercial vehicle parts ...

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t, Germany, begins production of S-Class, Maybach, and EQS at Factory 56 On March 20, Mercedes Benz announced that it is implementing its first water reuse projects by saving 350,000 cubic meters annually in Sindelfingen and aims for further projects. The company achieves an overall recycling and recovery rate of 99% in its production plants worldwide. On July 16, Daimler Trucks collaborated with GV Trucknet to establish initial routes for electr...

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PT. Wafiq Mitra Teknik Indonesia Various stampings Aluminum machining Aluminum casting Exhaust manifold Cylinder head Various die casting Steering knuckle Clutch cover ...

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PT. Vuteq Indonesia Indonesia -Shareholder(s): VUTEQ Corporation 100% Window glass Assembly Other exterior parts Other interior parts Plastic injection molding Door trim Roof trim parts Luggage / Trunk trim Low Compression Molding Sewing (Shift booth cover Parking brake cover) Daihatsu Mazda Toyota Ayla (Indonesia) Bongo Van (Indonesia) Gran Max (Indonesia) Gran Max Truck (Indonesia) Townace (Indonesia) Back door trim Front door trim Quarter tri...

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Thai auto sector encourages B20 diesel amid energy security concerns Announced on May 20, 2026, the Thai Automotive Industry Association (TAI), together with the Department of Energy Business and oil distributors, held a press conference confirming that B20 diesel can be safely used in 1,135 vehicle models without affecting engine performance or manufacturer warranties. The compatible models cover brands including Great Wall Motor, Chevrolet, Toy...

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te) "*" is for commercial vehicles or includes production capacity for commercial vehicles. The red circles indicate the locations of the NEV (New Energy Vehicle: EV, PHV, FCV) manufacturing sites. (Source) The data are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - In February 2018，Great Wall Motors signed a memorandum of agreement on ...

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Nemak Argentina, S. R. L. Argentina -Shareholder(s): Nemak SAB de CV Other manual transmission parts Intake manifold Aluminum casting Iron casting Cylinder block Various casting Cylinder head Various stampings Transmission case Differential case Aluminum die casting Various machining Clutch cover Aluminum machining ...

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on announced that it will establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in Shanghai, China in April 2012 under the name of Mitsui Kinzoku ACT (Shanghai) Management Co., Ltd. The subsidiary will be capitalized at 2.1 million USD, which will be fully provided by Mitsui Kinzoku ACT. Its business activities will cover sales, research and development, procurement and product assurance of automotive functional components, including door locks and management oper...

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Nemak Aluminium Castings India Pvt. Ltd. India -Shareholder(s): Nemak SAB de CV Other driveline parts Aluminum casting Cylinder block Various casting Other automatic transmission parts Cylinder head Various die casting Aluminum machining Other manual transmission parts Cylinder head cover IATF16949 (Formerly ISO/TS16949) ISO9001...

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Polyplastics Industries India Pvt. Ltd. - Sanand India -Group: Polyplastics Group Wheel cap / cover Paint coating Plastic injection molding ...

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ientes Plant 2 212,380 Cuernavaca (Civac) - Closed in March 2026 Sub Total 585,480 COMPAS (Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes) Aguascalientes - Closed in May 2026 Total 585,480 (Source) The data are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - Year opened: 2013 - Investment: USD 2 billion Nissan idles two plants in Agua...

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ientes Plant 2 212,380 Cuernavaca (Civac) - Closed in March 2026 Sub Total 585,480 COMPAS (Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes) Aguascalientes - Closed in May 2026 Total 585,480 (Source) The data are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. -Plant started operations in 1992 -Investment announced since 2012: USD 300 mil...

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