also be produced. The Nissan Decherd plant in Tennessee, which is currently being expanded, is an example of joint engine production of 2-liter, 4-cylinder gasoline engines.     On August 20, Nissan announced an investment of USD 130 million for its factory in Córdoba, Argentina to expand the technology of its pickup trucks produced there and increase supplies to new export markets in the region. This new investment is in addition to the US...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/26

[Exclusive Interview] AAPICO’s strategy vision and developments for EV in Thai market Demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) is increasing rapidly in the ASEAN market, especially in Thailand, driven by the expansion of Chinese OEMs. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Viroj Patcharawattanakul, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of AAPICO Hitech Public Co., Ltd. (AAPICO), shared how the company is leveraging its core competencies to remain competitive and evo...

Exclusive Interviews  Updated at: 2026/05/26

th regard to investment details. On July 20, SAIC Motor-CP and MG Sales Thailand officially launch the all-new MG5 in Thailand with the concept of “Beyond”. Available in 3 variants, C, D, and X. The sedan is larger than typical B-segment cars. In term of power, it comes with a 1,498 cc DOHC VTi-TECH engine that delivers maximum power of 114 PS and 150 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed CVT automatic gearbox. The all-new MG5 is locally assem...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/26

cfox showcases Arcfox T1 battery electric SUV and Arcfox 77°concept BAIC Group, Xining City forge partnership for auto trade, consumption New car logo for Stelato released BAIC Group releases H2 2025 model launch plans BAIC Group, Huawei to deepen cooperation on Stelato brand BAIC Group, Dongsheng Technology Park forge partnership for scenario-based promotion BAIC Group launches Yuanjing Intelligence technical architecture Hyundai Motor, BAIC Gr...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/22

ruary 2018，Great Wall Motors signed a memorandum of agreement on production of MINI Brand EV in China with BMW Group. - The company was established on Jun 12, 2001. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Great Wall Motor and CASC cooperate on research and application of aerospace technology Great Wall Motors releases new generation powertrain products Great Wall Motor partners with LiangDao and Ibeo in production and R&D proje...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/22

pectively. This brought total production in Q1 2026 to 369,751 units, up 5.3% YoY. Growth was supported by higher passenger vehicle output, particularly HEVs and BEVs, although ICE vehicles continued to account for the majority of total production.   Domestic vehicle sales followed a mixed monthly trend. On a month-on-month basis, sales declined in February before recovering in March, though they remained below January levels. On a year-on-year ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/21

tion at plants in Chongqing Changan Automobile launches Raeton PLUS compact sedan Changan Auto to increase its equity interest in Changan New Energy to 51% Enterprises in Chongqing, including Changan Auto, adopt closed-loop production due to COVID-19 outbreak Changan Auto launches new Changan Force Technology energy and electrification solution Changan Oshan officially launches new X5 Plus compact SUV Avatr 11, Avatr’s first electric coupe SUV,...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Operating profit 45% 24.8 billion 55.0 billion Profit before tax 50% 27.4 billion 55.0 billion Profit attributable to owners of parent 48% 12.0 billion 25.0 billion 0% 25% 50% 75% 100% Copyright (C) MarkLines Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Trends in Earnings Forecasts (in JPY millions) Announcement Date Net sales Revision Operating profit Revision Profit before tax Revision Profit att...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/05/15

Renault do Brasil S.A., Curitiba/Sao Jose dos Pinhais Plant Renault Logan(2007-2024), Sandero, Sandero Stepway(2014-2025), Master LCV, Duster (2011-), Duster Oroch (2015-2022), Oroch (2022-), Captur (2017-2023), Kwid (2017-); Compact SUV Kardian (CMF-B platform, 2024- ), C-SUV Boreal (2025-); Kwid E-Tech (2025-), Megane E-Tech (2025-), Kangoo E-Tech (2025-) Nissan Frontier (-2014), Livina (2009-2014), Grand Livina (2009-2014), Nissan Aprio (-20...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/15

AAPICO Hitech Public Co., Ltd. Thailand Yeap Swee Chuan (President and CEO) -The Company is a leading automotive components supplier in Thailand that primarily focuses on the manufacturing of metal forming parts, plastic parts, casting parts, forging and machining parts, and tooling (Assembly jigs and stamping dies) for automotive OEMs. The Company also develops and provides digital maps for car navigation systems. -The Company is organized into ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/05/13

Trumpchi unveils new-generation M8 mid-to-large MPV GAC Trumpchi launches Emkoo compact SUV Pre-order of GAC Trumpchi’s new generation of mid-to-large-sized MPV M8 Master series commences GAC Aion’s electric drives to be self-developed and self-produced with the establishment of Ruipai Power Technology GAC Trumpchi officially launches M8 Master series new-generation mid-to-large-sized MPV Multiple GAC plants in Guangzhou adopt closed-loop...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Chinese Market Q1 2026 Full stack AI on board; all-solid-state/sodium-ion batteries; advanced AD trials; green regulations Summary OEMs Q1 2026 sales volumes (factory shipments) Trends of Chinese OEMs (Q1 2026) Trends of major non-Chinese manufacturers (Q1 2026) Q1 Trends: Autonomous driving and AI Major Chinese OEMs 2025 Financial Results and 2026 Sales Targets Policies related to China automotive industry (Q1 2026)   This report summarizes the...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/11

(for IDs, for Scania) Passenger car assembly and components plant - Number of Employees: 7,752 (as of Feb., 2026) - In July 2021, the VW Group announced the establishment of the Biofuels Research & Development Centre as a strategy for the South American region. The center will research and develop technological solutions for emerging markets that use clean energy for internal combustion engine vehicles and hybrid vehicles (HV). - Investment : ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/08

enovating the production line for the "Qashqai," it plans to increase the production capacity by more than 20 percent. The production target for fiscal 2007 is 130,000. The "Qashqai" (model name in Japan "Dualis") being exported from the U.K is enjoying buoyant sales in the Japanese market, and the trend of the low yen and the high euro is continuing. Nissan UK is apparently considering suspension of export from the U.K. by switching production f...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Cybersecurity, AD & Wireless Regulations in India & Southeast Asia Overview of the governing agencies and systems; impact on the automotive industry Introduction Overall Trends Trends in the Four Countries Comparison of Trends with Developed Countries Reference Materials   This report was created by MarkLines based on patent information from the "Technical Information Distribution Service - AI Ninja" provided by Toyota Technical Development Corp...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

[Exclusive Interview] AAPICO’s strategy vision and developments for EV in Thai market Demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) is increasing rapidly in the ASEAN market, especially in Thailand, driven by the expansion of Chinese OEMs. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Viroj Patcharawattanakul, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of AAPICO Hitech Public Co., Ltd. (AAPICO), shared how the company is leveraging its core competencies to remain competitive and evo...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

(Full Year)               Revenue 102% 4,429.5 billion 4,360.0 billion               Profit attributable to owners of parent 129% 327.3 billion 253.0 billion                 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%     Copyright (C) MarkLines Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Trends in Earnings Forecasts (in JPY millions) Announcement Date Revenue Revision Operating profit Revision Profit before tax Revision Profit attri...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/04/30

egic cooperation agreement with Wencan Group Seres launches new Seres 5 overseas model in Belgium Seres deepens cooperation with Huawei to launch new platform and new model in 2023 Seres establishes Landian Auto in Chongqing Seres forms partnership with CATARC to promote industrial integration and technological innovation Seres Group forms partnership with Qi An Xin for ICV cyber, data security IAA 2023: Seres officially unveils three New Energy...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/29

is engaged in the following lines of business: autonomous driving, advance support systems, powertrain systems, chassis systems, motorcycle systems, after-market/general-purpose products, and industrial equipment. Feature article   【Exclusive Interview】Astemo、Next-Generation Chassis Technology Aiming to Provide New Value Head of Next Generation Chassis System Development Group, Technology Development Functional Division Mr. Kiriha...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/04/22

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. SAIC Motor forms strategic partnership with Haier Group in R&D of new automotive lightweight technologies SAIC Motor and Tencent establish joint laboratory for network security SAIC Motor participates in Momenta’s C round funding to work on ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/20