132 million over the last 12 months to assemble the new-generation Series 3 sedans and X4 and X5 SUVs. The X1 and X3 SUVs are also currently manufactured there. The project was conceived to assemble up to 32,000 cars per year (with initial contribution of BRL 600 million), but the economic crisis caused sales of premium vehicles to drop. BMW’s Araquari plant occupies 1.5 million square meters and has 600 employees. The first cars built at the p...

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s in power distribution, with an eye on key growth markets such as data centers, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure. Resilient’s ultra-compact SSTs deliver high-density power in smaller footprints, helping customers reduce costs, boost efficiency, and improve grid reliability. Already used in EV charging depots, the technology also shows promise for broader applications, including accelerating deployment timelines and increasing pow...

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on. At peak times, around 500,000 battery systems per year will be delivered from Brunswick to Zwickau. In future, Volkswagen Group Components will produce up to 500,000 stator and rotor units per year in Salzgitter. In order to achieve such high quantities, an innovative Hairpin technology will be used in stator production to ensure optimized performance data with shorter production times. The Center of Excellence (CoE) in Salzgitter is also bui...

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FORVIA HELLA begins world’s first series production of its 12V lithium BMS in China Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) has successfully launched the world’s first series production of its 12V lithium battery management system (BMS) in China. The system will be supplied as a subsystem to EVE, a Chinese battery supplier, and will be used in mainstream European luxury passenger vehicles. Developed by FORVIA HELLA’s multinational R&D teams a...

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g welding and painting. This year supply of bumpers for Ford Transit made of TathimPlast's materials were localized and launched. 100% of the production chain, from oil production and processing of raw materials to making a part and installing it on a car, is localized. Local raw materials are also used for making control panels and door panels for Ford Transit. On Aug 13, Ford Sollers continues to develop localization projects. Now, multi-leaf s...

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at ZMZ facility, Russia On December 19, SOLLERS announced that it will resume production of eight-cylinder engines in the first half of 2023. Gasoline and dual-fuel engines ZMZ series 523, and 524 were produced at the Zavolzhsky Motor Plant (now the Zavolzhsky branch of UAZ LLC) until 2021 and were used in many well-known models of commercial vehicles and buses. The enterprises involved in the production chain promptly began preparations for the ...

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assis for trucks (DAF) Heavy truck assembly plant - Number of Employees: 1,800 (as of Jan. 2025) - Investment:   - 2024: announced a CZK 7 billion investment to expand production and modernize the plant. - In 2014, the company signed a contract with DAF to purchase Euro 6 engines, which will be used in TATRA's 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8 trucks. - Established in 1850. Ministry of Defense, Czech Republic awards major truck contract to Tatra Trucks D...

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of COVID-19 in the workplace. On 27 April, SKODA AUTO resumed production at its Czech plants. The company’s main plant also recommenced assembly of high-voltage traction batteries for vehicles that feature plug-in hybrid drive. The high-voltage traction batteries made in Mlada Boleslav have been used in MQB-based plug-in hybrids from SKODA, Audi, SEAT and Volkswagen since September 2019. They are also fitted in the SKODA SUPERB iV, which has b...

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manual five- or six-speed transmission ran off the production line in Mladá Boleslav last year alone, and the daily production volume is currently around 1,900 units. The MQ200 is installed in vehicles with petrol engines with a torque of up to 200 Nm and a displacement of 1.0 to 1.6 litres. It is used in Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi and Seat models. On August 30, Škoda announced the production of 100,000th electrified vehicle, an ENYAQ iV at Škoda...

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eating 200 new roles as the luxury marque accelerates its forward-thinking Beyond100 strategy. It will support the delivery of the ambitious Five-in-Five plan, which commits Bentley to launch five new electric models by 2030. Whilst the positions cover multiple departments, approximately 50% are focused on electrical competencies as Bentley aims for full electrification of its product range within seven years. The new vacancies will also cover so...

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be counted as a holiday for the workers. They will be compensated at 80% of their wages. On February 9, ŠKODA AUTO announced that it has produced its four millionth DQ200 automatic direct-shift gearbox at its Vrchlabí plant since production first started in 2012. The dual-clutch transmissions are used in models from the Czech carmaker as well as in vehicles made by other Volkswagen Group brands. The largest customers include Germany (15%), Turk...

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fore: Cars, SUV, MPV, Pickup, Van, Light Commercial Vehicles, Medium Commercial Vehicles, Heavy Commercial Vehicles After: Cars, SUV, MPV, Pickup, Van, CVs March 31, 2017 Israel - From 2017, by-model Israeli sales figures will be updated on a quarterly basis. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. March 31, 2017 Saudi Arabia - From 2017 monthly Saudi Arabian sales figures will be updated every 6-months. We apologize for any inconvenience...

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leted on July 1, 2025. After the initial phase, the production will be transferred to Gapwaves' production partner, Frencken Group, in China for full-scale, automated series production under Gapwaves' management. Based on Gapwaves' patented Multi-Layer Waveguide technology, this new antenna will be used in Valeo’s new vehicle radar for applications within advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as blind spot warning and cross-traffic al...

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Qualcomm, Inc. -The Company develops wireless connectivity, computing, and on-device AI technologies, systems, and services. The Company’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis platforms are used in the automotive industry to provide connectivity, digital cockpit, ADAS and automated driving features for vehicles. -The Company aims to support companies across a variety of industries in their digital transformation through its advanced technologies, enabli...

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issions, and soon, an all-wheel-drive option with the upcoming 4xe model. On September 30, Stellantis Poland announced that it has started production of fully electrified and hybrid versions of the Alfa Romeo Junior at its Tychy plant in Poland. The launch marks the completion of a major project focused on modernizing production lines and creating a sustainable business model. This includes significant investments in green energy, such as a new c...

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ade in U. Toyota to launch evolved GR Corolla in Japan Toyota temporarily suspends production on 26 lines at 14 plants in Japan due to snow Lexus unveils significantly upgraded RZ in world premiere Subaru holds world premier of all-new BEV Trailseeker and improved Solterra models Toyota sets up "focused sharpening and grinding centers" at eight plants in Japan Toyota ends production of Mark X Toyota premieres new GR Yaris sports car Toyota adjust...

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pril and thus became the first in Brazil to offer comprehensive zero emission energy ecosystem projects to the local market, combining generation, storage and transportation. BYD has begun production of the new D9A bus chassis at its plant in Campinas, Brazil. The 13.2-meter high-floor model can be used for urban, intercity or long distance charter buses. "The chassis has 30% of local content. In 2020 it will be 50% and by 2022 it will arrive at ...

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1, Honda announced the milestone of 1 million vehicles produced with green energy supplied by Honda Energy. Honda Energy has ten wind turbines with an installed capacity of 31.7 MW. Since its installation 10 years ago, it has stopped the emission of 47,000 tons of CO2 and has generated 720,000 MWh, used to supply all the automobile factories in São Paulo and the administrative office through the National Interconnected System, an electrical netw...

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te shall reach 60% by 2025. Great Wall Motor will put more effort into technology R&D, set up an intelligent R&D base in Latin America.  On April 6, Great Wall Motor announced that its first model to be sold in Brazil will be the Haval H6 SUV, imported from China. A test vehicle is currently being used to evaluate local fuels in its hybrid engine. The Haval H6 will be sold with a choice of a plug-in hybrid powertrain or a conventional hybrid eng...

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petitiveness and improve business agility in Latin America. The Santa Isabel facility, owned by alliance partner Renault, will continue to produce vehicles, including the upcoming Niágara pickup project. The Morelos plant will maintain one line for Frontier and Navara pickups, while a second line, used for additional passenger car volumes, will be shut down by year-end. Nissan will now focus on commercial operations in Argentina, maintaining its...

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