ny plans to resume activity on August 23 during the afternoon shift. On September 13, multiple sources reported that Stellantis' Vigo factory announced new activity changes due to supply shortages. System 1, which is responsible for assembling Peugeot 2008, 301, and Citroen C-Elysée vehicles, will experience stoppages on September 13 in afternoon and evening shifts. On September 15, Stellantis announced that it is reintroducing the fourth work s...

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rs, which is responsible for comprehensive quality management work. On March 9, Mitsubishi Fuso announced that it will develop specification for a garbage truck version of its electric eCanter small truck. Fuso will jointly develop the specifications with ShinMaywa Industries, Ltd. who has a lot of experience with waste disposal and plans to start field testing of the vehicle with the city of Kawasaki in the spring of 2019. Mitsubishi Fuso suspen...

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Lyft announces strategic partnership with Tensor Robocars for 2027 rollout On October 9, Lyft Inc. announced a strategic partnership with autonomous vehicle developer Tensor Auto Inc., enabling Lyft to offer a differentiated premium autonomous transportation experience. Tensor’s Robocars, beginning at the end of 2026, will launch in select global markets across the U.S., Europe, and the UAE. In select markets where the Lyft app and Tensor’s L...

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he second half of 2019. While the final trim, paint and assembly lines are still in the midst of being completed (which means that no actual production has been performed), the company said it has been able to begin semi-automated test runs in order for its engineers and production workers to gain experience in assembling the car.  Reported on August 15, Malaysia Prime minister has announced economic relaxations for all states, including those ...

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r posted its fourth consecutive month of double-digit sales growth. Ford's sales fell 10.6% for the second consecutive month due to weak sales of SUVs. Stellantis sales fell 15.0% for the third consecutive month, and Tesla sales fell 7.9% for the third month in a row, as both companies continued to experience declines.In January, Toyota's sales fell 1.2% for the second consecutive month due to inventory shortages of certain models. Honda sales we...

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D team has over 3,200 designers, engineers, and experts in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) and software. In addition, China is the only country other than Germany that has set up the Skylab human-machine interaction (HMI) design team and the Usability Lab, covering all core design functions such as user experience design, visual design, and HMI development. So far, BMW has established R&D institutions in four Chinese cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing...

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rial degradation during repeated charging and discharging cycles. As a solution, leveraging Sumitomo Metal Mining's proprietary powder synthesis technology, the two companies have newly developed a "highly durable cathode material" suitable for all-solid-state batteries. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in supplying cathode materials for a wide range of electric vehicles, Sumitomo Metal Mining aims to supply the newly developed cathode mate...

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ed supply constraint. GM's Silao plant was down for three weeks since August 11 because of the same unspecified supply issue as Fort Wayne, but has now restarted the plant, though it continues to monitor the supply situation and its effects on production day to day. While the Oshawa plant last week experienced a shortage of axles, it has not been affected by same component shortages as Fort Wayne and Silao. On October 15, Unifor members working f...

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the first quarter of 2026, after being shut down by a fire on September 16. The New York plant supplies roughly 40% of the aluminum sheet used in the auto industry. Ford is the largest user of the plant's aluminum, which it uses in the body of its F-Series pickups. While the company is expected to experience some disruptions, Ford spokesman Ian Thibodeau said, "Novelis is one of several aluminum suppliers to Ford. Since the fire nearly three wee...

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t the 2025 Busworld trade show, Belgium. The electric models are built on the Master platform, these vehicles leverage Renault Vehicle Innovation’s expertise in engineering and converting commercial vehicles. The models offer a maximum range of 350 km (E-Sort standard) and incorporate Renault’s experience in electrifying Trafic and Master since 2018. Both models feature a full low floor for maximum accessibility. Master Citybus E-Tech carries...

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ttery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), lithium-ion cell manufacturing, and electric vehicle (EV) battery pack supply across India. This collaboration combines ChemVolt Global’s expertise in project development, engineering, procurement, and construction, and local market execution, with ElevenEs’ experience in LFP cell technology and large-scale European manufacturing. By joining forces, the two companies aim to establish a robust ecosystem for...

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lant, including the localization of previously imported components. In addition, it is planned to create the LADA-Izhevsk Industrial Park, including the involvement of resident manufacturers of non-automotive products to create new jobs. When opening the LADA-Izhevsk Industrial Park, the successful experience of the same park in Togliatti, when more than 2.5 thousand jobs were created, will be used. On August 3, multiple sources reported that Avt...

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solutions include data collection, automation, security, and over-the-air update services, supporting the entire vehicle lifecycle from design and engineering, production, and after-sales to value-added services. These solutions are key building blocks, enabling faster innovation and enhancing user experience. - Its software platform is currently in mass production in over 4 million vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis....

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nspection procedure report submitted to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the company had stated that qualified inspection worker were supposed to complete inspections, but in fact inspectors who were not yet qualified were engaged in the work as a means to get on the job experience. According to the announcement, seals were lent to inspectors before they achieved certification. The number of vehicles subject to unquali...

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e Lineartronic CVT. Its unique hybrid vehicle powertrain has a charging and driving motor designed for hybrids integrated inside the transmission case. The hybrid system offers EV driving at low speeds and motor assist driving at medium speeds, achieving enhanced fuel economy and responsive driving experience. Its fuel economy is 28 mpg in the city, 34 on the highway and 31 combined. On the same day FHI premiered the Subaru WRX Concept, a design ...

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development team to facilitate knowledge transfer, helping to accelerate future new product design and manufacturing. To achieve the high efficiency, high energy density and performance targets needed, Ricardo will be using silicon carbide and gallium nitride power electronics. Unique knowledge and experience in this advanced technology, gained from a series of R&D programmes, will enable Ricardo to produce a novel design for the converters which...

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5 hosted around 750 exhibitors from 37 countries and attracted again over 500,000 visitors. The number of Summit visitors increased by 13% compared to two years ago.   The event marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of autonomous transportation, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to experience cutting-edge driving technologies first hand. With 15 leading companies—including Mobileye, Magna, Murata, and the Technical University o...

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pmotor models will be introduced at selected dealerships nationwide. At the heart of Leapmotor's innovation is its Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) technology. This system incorporates a combustion engine dedicated exclusively to recharge the battery, thus guaranteeing a 100% electric driving experience. In South Africa, where energy challenges and limited charging infrastructure slow EV adoption, REEV offers a practical solution.  Based o...

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TomTom, Netherlands, expands partnership for navigation with Hyundai AutoEver in Europe On October 2, TomTom announced the expansion of its partnership with Hyundai AutoEver (HAE), the mobility software provider of the Hyundai Motor Group (HMG), further enhancing the driving experience for millions of HMG vehicles across Europe.  This agreement solidifies TomTom’s position as a maps supplier for HAE, integrating live services, including real-t...

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g solutions, and an integrated live charging map. Additional highlights include innovative storage solutions, a crystal gear selector, rear multi-link suspension, fast DC charging, a high-density battery, and voice command functionality in both English and Malay, offering a modern, user-friendly EV experience. (From Proton e.Mas press release dated October 5, 2025)...

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