ro Electronic Mechanical Systems (MEMS) mirror and its controller into Valeo’s high-definition ground projection module. The system provides superior brightness, contrast, and resolution and is compliant with eye safety regulations. While the first-generation delivers bi-color output, the product roadmap is already planned for future iterations to include full-color capabilities. (From a press release dated April 24, 2026)...

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evelopment of new models. SEAT unveiled the Ibiza Cupra on September 1, which will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show to open on September 15. The facelifted Seat Ibiza Cupra for the 2016 model year will be produced at Seat's Martorell Plant. On October 30, 2015, Seat S.A. has presented its roadmap until 2025. The company will invest in the first production line at its plant in Martorell, where the Ibiza series models are produced, in ord...

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50% of the presentations are coming from manufacturers and OEMs. Ms.  Ruiping Wang, Senior Vice President of Geely Auto, discussed China’s large-scale electrification development. The sector is accelerating its transition towards AI-driven intelligence, supported by digitalization. China’s ‘Roadmap 3.0 for Energy-Saving and New Motor Vehicle Technologies’ defines the country’s future technological pathways in the field of new energy. ...

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SUV as Normal plant ramps up Rivian produced 4,401 and delivered 4,467 vehicles in Q2 2022 Rivian reportedly planning hundreds of job cuts after staffing surge Amazon begins deliveries with Rivian-built electric vans across the U.S. Rivian confirms plans to cut 6% of workforce, simplify product roadmap Rivian reports USD 1.71 billion loss for Q2 Rivian plans R&D center in Serbia Rivian produced 7,363 vehicles in Q3 2022 Rivian recalls nea...

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Astemo Indiana, Inc. - Tarboro Plant (Formerly Hitachi Astemo Indiana, Inc. - Tarboro Plant) BorgWarner Automotive Components (Wuhan) Co., Ltd. [Japan]Market share of HV-ECU in Japan (2021, June 2023 survey)- Denso: 79%- Hitachi Astemo: 19%- Others: 2% [China]Chinese Vehicle Controllers Technology Roadmap 2025 2030 2035 Localization of vehicle control systems: 80%Installation rate of major Japanese-made chips: 30%Installation ratio of Japa...

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uring sector, the company will establish six "Carbon Peak / Carbon Neutrality" plan implementation work measures: thorough compliance with national standards and regulations, formulation of enterprise energy conservation standards, application of green energy, energy technology research, technology roadmap research, and establishment of a special review system to ensure that the "30/60 target" (carbon peak by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060) i...

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construction in Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, with supply scheduled to begin in May 2029. Production capacity will be 10,000 sheets per month (300 mm equivalent). The investment amount for this plan is JPY 180 billion. On April 16, the government presented a draft of a public-private investment roadmap for autonomous driving, aiming for a global market share of approximately 25% in the number of autonomous vehicles sold in the 2030s. (From an...

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and starts a new era with the CUPRA Born Volkswagen ID.4 starts presales by mid-February in around 30 European countries and in the USA Audi starts production of Q4 e-tron in Zwickau, Saxony plant Volkswagen reduces the number of truck journeys to Zwickau e-location by 9,000 Volkswagen presents roadmap for climate-neutral mobility On September 1, Volkswagen started series production of ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE in Saxony. A total of 1,990 units will ...

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ent, real-time monitoring, equipment optimization, and planned battery storage, alongside ongoing efficiency improvements across production lines. The initiative is in line with national policies, including the Energy Efficiency & Conservation Act 2024 (EECA 2024) and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), supporting broader efforts toward sustainable manufacturing. (From Proton press release dated April 13, 2026)...

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an attractive total cost of ownership. The fully electric truck from Ford Trucks with gross vehicle weights from 18 to 26 tons has excellent maneuverability and offers many advantages. Ford Trucks also presented its "Generation F" Transformation Move at the IAA Transportation. This move includes a roadmap for zero-emission transportation solutions and exciting new specifications and features that ensure the company maintains its position in manu...

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oard of Directors until the company completes its ongoing restructuring process based on Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Henderson has previously served as CEO of General Motors Company (GM) of the United States, among other positions. “My priorities are to finalize our strategic roadmap and successfully guide the company out of Chapter 11 smoothly,” he commented. He plans to serve until the reconstruction is complete, which ...

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squería, Mexico Kia works to expand supply chain in Mexico Dayou AutoParts inaugurates steering wheel factory in Santa Catarina, Mexico Kia introduces all-new Kia K3, built in Pesqueria, Mexico Production of Kia Rio ends and manufacturing of the K3 begins at Pesqueria plant in Mexico Kia presents roadmap to lead global electrification era through EVs, HEVs and PBVs Kia launching all-new 2025 K4 in U.S. in September Kia to install solar panels a...

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alize battery packs, including bespoke modules and a battery management system. The two organizations will work together to maximize the capability of special cylindrical high-performance cells being developed by Britishvolt for use in Aston Martin electric vehicles. Continuing its electrification roadmap, Aston Martin’s first plug-in hybrid – the mid-engine supercar Valhalla – will commence deliveries in early 2024. On August 19, Aston ...

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olve into deployable, scalable solutions.   As 5GAA enters its second decade, its strategic priorities continue to include road safety—its foundational mission—while expanding toward more business-driven services, global service availability, and preparations for emerging 6G requirements. 5GAA Roadmap for Connected Mobility   A central tool in 5GAA’s work is its biannual use-case roadmap, which illustrates when key connected-vehicle funct...

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thern China Site has produced a total of over 900,000 vehicles, making it the main bearing area of Tianjin’s auto industry. On May 28, Volkswagen Group China announced that the company will open three new FAW-Volkswagen production facilities in China in the next few months as Volkswagen Group’s Roadmap E and SUV offensive kick into high gear in 2018. With new factories in Qingdao, Tianjin, and Foshan, together with the already opened Audi Q p...

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Geely Auto Group to promote AI-centric digital intelligent manufacturing roadmap On April 1, Geely Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (Geely Auto Group) held a 2026 event on digital intelligent manufacturing at the Hangzhou Bay SEA Plant. In the next five years, Geely Auto Group will seize the opportunities for AI technology development to build a world-leading intelligent manufacturing system driven by data and AI. This will enable seamless switching ac...

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ing all-new seven-seater B-MPV for the Indian market will be called Gravite and is scheduled for launch in early 2026. The Gravite is the first product in Nissan’s refreshed, strategically curated line-up for India and will be manufactured locally at Renault’s Chennai facility, with the product roadmap also including the Tekton in mid-2026 and a 7-seater C-SUV in early 2027.  On January 26, 2026, Renault announced the new-generation Duster S...

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ommercial vehicle fleet that Porsche uses for its production logistics in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. Preparations for production of the first fully-electric Porsche are currently the core focus at Porsche headquarters. In producing the eTruck for Porsche, MAN passes another milestone on its e-mobility roadmap, according to which the first small lot series production of the MAN eTGM is planned from early 2019. On March 25, Porsche announced that it i...

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tor India Plant Kia Motors India start trial production Mahindra CIE updates about electric vehicle parts business Kia Motor announces future plan for India Kia Motors reveals Seltos in India Kia Motors India commences mass production of the Seltos Kia Motors launches SUV Seltos in India Kia shares roadmap for emerging markets, to launch Carens EV in India Hyundai Motor Group to increase annual production capacity up to 1.5 million units in India...

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p trucks for overseas markets, Assembly of industrial-use diesel engines, and manufacture of diesel engine parts Isuzu's engine plant - Operation started in June 1972. - Site area: 1,120,000 square meters - Number of employees: 1,288 (Fiscal year ended March 2025) Isuzu releases 2030 Environmental Roadmap Cummins, Isuzu introduce new 6.7-liter engine for Japan, Southeast Asia UD Trucks adds models over 15 tons to new Condor lineup Isuzu adds mod...

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