Schaeffler and Hexagon Robotics to collaborate for humanoid robots Schaeffler AG (Schaeffler, Germany) announced that it has entered into a strategic technology partnership with Hexagon Robotics (Hexagon Robotics, Switzerland) in the field of humanoid robots. Based on Schaeffler’s actuator platform, main components are planned to be developed. Under the partnership, Schaeffler will introduce its strength in power transmission technology to the ...

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Polar Semiconductor’s US-based wafer foundry. The partnership will combine Polar’s expertise in power semiconductor manufacturing and ongoing capacity expansion with Nexperia’s power MOSFET technology. The collaboration will address the rapidly growing demand across AI server infrastructure, robotics, industrial, and automotive applications worldwide. As part of the collaboration, Nexperia is developing a portfolio of next-generation power...

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V version has the same body size as the BEV version and is equipped with Force Ultra-integrated Electric Drive. The 0-100km/h acceleration time is 7.2 seconds, and the combined range is 1,505km. The Deepal AD Max intelligent driver assistance system incorporates two J6M units and LiDAR from Horizon Robotics (Beijing Horizon Information Technology Co., Ltd.). The intelligent cockpit features equipment such as 3nm grade Tianji automotive semiconduc...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/28

Torc Robotics announces autonomous-trucking partnership with Mila in Canada On May 26, Torc Robotics, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America and pioneer in self-driving vehicle technology, announced a new strategic partnership with Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute, one of the world’s leading centers for machine learning research. Through this collaboration, Torc will establish a presence within Mila’s ecosystem in Montre...

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teries and the construction of its new ⁠gigafactory in Dunkirk, France, where construction is expected to begin later in 2026, followed by formal mass production and deliveries in the Q2 2029. The new funding will also allow ProLogium to expand into growth markets such as data centers, aerospace, robotics and defense. Founded in 2006, ProLogium makes lithium ceramic batteries for EVs, and ‌has ⁠shipped over 2.4 million battery cells to cust...

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Infineon presents semiconductor solutions for electromobility at PCIM Europe 2026 On May 27, Infineon Technologies AG announced that it will present its comprehensive semiconductor portfolio for future-proof power infrastructure, AI data centers, robotics, and electromobility at PCIM Europe 2026. For electromobility, it will present solutions for traction inverters, DC-DC converters, on-board chargers, and battery management systems.  It will al...

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mm. It launched in May 2026. It is RWD with a maximum output of 125kW or 150kW. The driving range (CLTC mode) is 510km for the SAIC-QingTao semi-solid-state battery model and 610km for the CATL lithium iron phosphate battery model. It adopts a driver assistance system jointly developed with Horizon Robotics....

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lies from Nexperia run low. On December 4, VW announced that it is preparing to transform the Transparent Factory, Dresden, into an innovation campus. Starting next year, and in partnership with the Free State of Saxony and Dresden University of Technology, the site will focus on fields such as AI, robotics, microelectronics, and chip design. A LoI has been signed. VW will provide TU Dresden with large research spaces inside the factory. At the...

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Motor unveiled the production model of its BEV, the "IONIQ V," for the Chinese market.   On April 23, Chery announced that it had signed a global strategic cooperation agreement with NVIDIA. The two companies will jointly develop physical AI covering three areas: driver assistance, cockpit AI, and robotics, enabling comprehensive deployment "from the cloud to the vehicle."   On May 15, Stellantis signed a new agreement to expand its partnership...

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ablished in 2022 by Tsinghua University and Suzhou authorities, Z Truck, a brand for intelligent connected new energy commercial vehicles, specializes in the development and mass production of finished trucks and new technologies. With investments from institutions including Baidu Ventures, Horizon Robotics, and five Chinese state-owned banks, the financing has formed an “equity + debt + industry” capital strategic closed-loop. Z Truck has he...

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rope. The DHT adopts a shared platform design for PHEV and HEV applications, targeting China’s plug-in hybrid market as well as the global hybrid vehicle market, with a focus on improving drive efficiency and fuel economy. -In February 2026, Schaeffler established Schaeffler Embodied Intelligence Robotics (Taicang) Co., Ltd. in China. Located in Taicang High-tech Zone, the new company focuses on the R&D and production of core components and key...

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dels as China, local manufacturing is not yet cost-effective, limiting Thailand to lower-value-added components.  Price pressure: AAPICO faces increasing price pressure because Chinese firms benefit from about 20% lower raw material costs and advanced production technologies such as automation and robotics, which reduce unit costs. In contrast, Thai manufacturers require significant investment to modernize their production. High Investment Risks...

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d. joined in the opening for the new MG production plant, located at Hemaraj Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate 2. The new assembly facility is result of a THB 10-billion investment and has a maximum production capacity of 100,000 vehicles per year. It features the latest automation and intelligent robotics, along with the highest levels of production and quality control technologies. MG’s intentions are to grow firmly and sustainably in Thaila...

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td. Mobileye Intelligent Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (Formerly Mobileye (Shanghai) Automotive Service Co., Ltd.) Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd. Neusoft Reach Automotive Technology (Wuhan) Co., Ltd. Nidec Mobility Corporetion - Kawasaki Facility(Formerly Nidec Elesys Corporation) Ningbo Lotus Robotics Co., Ltd. NIO NVIDIA Corporation ON Semiconductor Corp. Panasonic Automotive Systems Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. (Formerly Panasonic Industrial D...

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aurecia to exhibit its latest technologies in Auto Shanghai 2019 Faurecia completes China automotive seating R&D center and Wuxi seating electromechanical product manufacturing base Faurecia and Allwinner Technology sign strategic alliance agreement Faurecia forms strategic partnership with Horizon Robotics Faurecia to strengthen cooperation between regional sites related to research and development Faurecia establishes Faurecia Clarion Electroni...

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ologies, a company focused on the development of powertrain technologies. Sep. 2018 Construction of a new electrical distribution system plant in Jiaxing, China. Apr. 2019 Established China Autonomous Mobility Center in Shanghai. Jul. 2023 Carry out in-depth strategic cooperation with Horizon Robotics and Wind River (WNDRVR). Dec. 2023 Aptiv China Investment Co., Ltd. (Aptiv China) became an independent business unit from December 2023. ...

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pabilities in early 2025, employing a new human-machine co-driving strategy to guarantee comfortable and reassuring driving and riding experiences. Mass production of an Orin-Y chip-based variant will start in Q3 2025. The upgraded version adheres to a platformized design concept and adopts Horizon Robotics’ Journey 6-series chips, delivering a computing power of 80 TOPS or 128 TOPS. It supports flexible sensor configurations from 3R7V12U to 5R...

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ty Solutions Limited (Formerly Sterling Gtake E-Mobility Ltd.) Drive motor TACO Prestolite Electric Pvt. Ltd. Electric powertrain systeme-AxleDrive motor TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd. - Vadodara Drive motor Temico Motor India Private Limited Electric powertrain systemDrive motor Torus Robotics Drive motor Tsuyo Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. Electric powertrain systeme-AxleDrive motor Tsuyo Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. - Unit 1 Drive motor ...

Green Vehicle Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/05/21

Faraday Future to transform into Physical AI ecosystem company On May 17, Faraday Future founder and Global CEO YT Jia announced a major transformation strategy aimed at repositioning the company as a leading U.S.-based Physical AI and robotics company. Faraday Future plans to focus on two core product areas in its "Embodied AI" (EAI) ecosystem, humanoid and bionic robots, and AI-powered automotive robots, including its FF 91 and the newer FX Sup...

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km. The vehicle supports an NEDC range of 1,080km and a WLTC range of 890km. It also improves the efficiency of the intelligent power generation system and reduces the NEDC heat engine fuel consumption to 6.05L/100km when fuel is burned for power generation. The new Li ONE is equipped with Horizon Robotics’ 2 latest “Journey 3” autonomous driving SoCs and comes standard with Li Auto’s proprietary advanced driver assistance system, which ...

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