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    Is the automotive industry facing another chip crisis? Nexperia's control shift raises questions
    On Oct. 13, the Dutch government took control of Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer owned by mainland China's Wingtech.. This intervention aims to safeguard critical technological capabilities in the Netherlands and Europe, as approximately 80% of Nexperia's production capacity is based in mainland China, raising alarms about potential supply chain disruptions in the automotive industry. Who is exposed? While German original equipment manufacturers have been the first to raise the alar...
    Dutch move on Nexperia triggers nervousness among auto suppliers and OEMs
    On Monday, Oct. 13, the Dutch government took a decisive step to assume control of Nexperia, the Nijmegen-based semiconductor manufacturer owned by mainland China’s Wingtech. Officials described the intervention as “highly exceptional,” citing governance shortcomings, national security risks and the need to safeguard critical technological capabilities for the Netherlands and Europe. Nexperia, headquartered in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, has been owned by Wingtech since 2018. Wingtech is...
    Toyota recalls 127,000 vehicles in US due to engine stalling issue
    Toyota is recalling nearly 127,000 vehicles in the US due to the risk of engine stalling. The recall affects certain model year 2022 to 2024 Toyota Tundra, 2022 to 2024 Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with conventional gasoline engines. The Japanese automaker said in a recall notice on Nov. 6 that, in affected vehicles, machining debris may not have been properly cleared from the engine during production, leading to “possible engine knocking, rough running, engine no start, an...
    Schaeffler secures contract to supply dual inverter for electrified pickup trucks in North America
    Schaeffler has secured an order from a vehicle manufacturer in North America to supply dual inverters for its new plug-in hybrid platform, which will debut in a new pickup truck. This advanced technology will control the electric drive for auxiliary units and serve as a traction inverter, powering an electric drive motor with an output exceeding 200 kW. The dual inverter is specifically designed for electrified pickup trucks, a popular vehicle type in North America. Consequently, this order m...
    Micron Technology ships automotive UFS 4.1 solution for faster connected driving experiences
    Micron Technology announced that it has begun shipping qualification samples of its automotive-grade Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 4.1 solution to customers worldwide. The new storage platform delivers rapid data access, advanced reliability, and enhanced safety and security features for next-generation intelligent vehicles. With a bandwidth of 4.2 GB/s — twice that of the prior generation — Micron’s automotive UFS 4.1 accelerates AI workloads, powering in-cabin capabilities such as voice ...
    OPmobility aims to double US sales by 2030, opens new North American headquarters in Michigan
    OPmobility has reaffirmed its goal to double its sales in the US by the end of 2030, compared to 2024. The announcement coincided with the grand opening of its new North America headquarters in Troy, Michigan, on Oct. 23, celebrating 50 years of presence, investment and innovation in the US. The French supplier has a significant presence in North America, with 26 plants and nine research and development centers, employing nearly 8,000 people. In 2024, the company generated sales of €3.39 bi...
    Tesla working to add Apple CarPlay in vehicles – report
    Tesla is reportedly working on adding support for Apple's CarPlay system to its vehicles, according to sources familiar with the effort, reported Bloomberg. The company has begun internal testing, the sources said, asking not to be identified because the project remains confidential. CarPlay, widely available in most other automakers’ models, mirrors a customized version of the iPhone interface on the vehicle’s infotainment screen and is viewed by many drivers as essential. Tesl...
    Ascend Elements partners with Trafigura for recycled lithium carbonate supply
    Ascend Elements has announced a multiyear offtake agreement with Trafigura, a prominent company in the global commodities industry, for the delivery of low-carbon, recycled battery-grade lithium carbonate. This agreement spans from 2027 to 2031 and involves a total of 15,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate. Ascend Elements employs its patented Hydro-to-Cathode technology to produce refined lithium carbonate from recycled lithium-ion batteries and manufacturing scrap. The partnership will lev...
    BorgWarner expands collaboration with Chery on advanced all-wheel-drive solutions
    BorgWarner has secured several contracts with Chery to supply advanced all-wheel drive (AWD) technologies, including its torque-on-demand transfer case with mechanical lock (Mlock TOD) and the Gen VI Cross Wheel Drive (XWD) system. The mass production of these technologies is scheduled to commence in 2027, which will further deepen the partnership between BorgWarner and Chery. Isabelle McKenzie, vice president of BorgWarner Inc. and president and general manager of Drivetrain and Mors...
    BorgWarner secures additional projects to supply dual inverters to Great Wall Motor
    BorgWarner is deepening its collaboration with Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor (GWM) in the field of electrified propulsion, expanding on two dual-inverter programs to include two additional projects. The company plans to begin mass production of its new dual inverters for GWM in 2026. Stefan Demmerle, vice president of BorgWarner Inc. and president and general manager of PowerDrive Systems, highlighted BorgWarner's technical expertise in electrification and dual-inverter products as ...
    ChargePoint unveils new software to enhance EV charging operations globally
    ChargePoint announced the launch of a new generation software platform designed to enhance electric vehicle charging operations. This advanced software solution, known as the ChargePoint Platform, is intended to optimize charging infrastructure on various scales, from single sites to global networks, while integrating smoothly with evolving energy systems. Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint, highlighted the platform's role in accelerating the transition to sustainable mobility, emphasizing its r...
    Dongfeng plans to begin mass production of solid-state batteries by September 2026
    Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor plans to commence mass production of solid-state batteries with an energy density of 350 Wh/kg in September 2026. These batteries will enable electric vehicles to achieve a driving range of 1,000 km on a single charge. The company has already set up a pilot production line with a capacity of 0.2 GWh for these batteries. At the 2025 World Power Battery Conference in Yibin, Sichuan, Dongfeng showcased its next-generation high-energy-density solid-state batter...
    Ecarx to supply digital cockpit solutions for Volkswagen models in Latin America
    Ecarx Holdings has been awarded a contract by the Volkswagen Group to provide advanced digital cockpit solutions for Volkswagen brand vehicles in Latin America. This includes the Ecarx Antora 1000 computing platform, Ecarx Cloudpeak software architecture and integration of Google Automotive Services (GAS) ecosystem for models with Google built-in. For offline configurations, Volkswagen will use the Ecarx Antora 500 platform to offer a cost-effective solution for entry segments. This award marks ...
    Mercedes-Benz opens its first R&D facility in Kecskemét city, Hungary
    German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz is investing €55 million in establishing its first research and development center in Hungary. Péter Szijjártó, minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, government of Hungary, announced that Mercedes-Benz's investment in the city of Kecskemét will include early hardware and software development, with prototype testing to soon begin. The technologies developed at the newly opened R&D center will be used in new electric p...
    Microchip Technology introduces LAN866x devices for zonal architectures in automotive networking
    Microchip Technology has introduced the LAN866x family of 10BASE-T1S end point devices featuring remote control protocol (RCP) for zonal architectures in automotive networking. With its offerings, the company aims to address the challenges in the automotive industry's shift to zonal architectures for in-vehicle networking. These devices aim to simplify network integration by extending Ethernet connectivity to the edges of in-vehicle networks, facilitating the creation of software-defined vehicle...
    Parade Technologies unveils TC1316V chip for advanced automotive display solutions
    Parade Technologies has announced the launch of the TC1316V device, a fully integrated AEC-Q100 qualified embedded DisplayPort (eDP) Touch with Tcon Embedded Driver (TTED), designed for next-generation automotive cockpit LCD displays. This device is engineered to deliver high resolution and high refresh rates, combining Parade's extensive patented touchscreen technology and market-tested eDP Tcon, in-cell and high-speed signal technology. With Parade's TrueTouch patented design and expertise in ...
    Raytron and Zeekr partner to launch thermal AEB in Zeekr 9X's G-Pilot H9
    Raytron has collaborated with Geely-owned Zeekr to introduce the first thermal automatic emergency braking (AEB) system in the Zeekr 9X's G-Pilot H9. This advancement integrates thermal imaging as an active component in intelligent vehicles, enhancing decision-making and intervention capabilities. Traditional AEB systems utilize visible-light cameras and radar to determine obstacle distances, whereas thermal AEB systems include an infrared thermal camera that addresses the performance limitat...
    South Korea plans to boost EV subsidies and support auto industry amid US tariffs
    South Korea has announced plans to increase subsidies for electric vehicles by 20% in 2026 to support the auto industry amid challenges posed by US tariffs. The government statement revealed that passenger EV subsidies will rise to 936 billion won (approximately $658 million) from 780 billion won this year to boost local demand. Additionally, the initiative includes aiding auto parts suppliers by providing policy finance exceeding 15 trillion won, which was provided in 2025. To further suppor...
    SparkCharge launches SparkAI platform to optimize EV fleet charging infrastructure
    SparkCharge has launched SparkAI, an AI-driven charging infrastructure planning platform designed for commercial electric vehicle fleet deployments. SparkAI combines real-world intelligence, project location-specific datasets, weather forecasts and a global EV database to optimize charging infrastructure plans for fleet operators. The platform is available in the US, Canada and Mexico, and aims to address grid capacity limitations that delay electrification projects by 18 to 24 months. Tradit...
    STMicroelectronics introduces VNF1248F for enhanced automotive e-fuse safety and power efficiency
    STMicroelectronics has unveiled the VNF1248F, a new addition to its Sti2Fuse family, which is an automotive e-fuse metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) controller designed for enhanced protection, power efficiency and safety in modern vehicles. The VNF1248F offers a rapid response time of 100 microseconds, surpassing traditional wire fuses, to prevent fault propagation within vehicle electrical systems. It supports multiple boardnet voltages, including 12 V, 24 V and 4...
    WeRide and Grab begin autonomous vehicle trials in Singapore's Punggol district
    WeRide and Grab have received approval from Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) to deploy their full Ai.R (Autonomously Intelligent Ride) fleet for autonomous vehicle testing across the entire Punggol residential district, Singapore.  The testing began in mid-October, and with LTA clearance in hand, WeRide and Grab plan to quadruple the number of test runs on their shuttle service routes in Punggol by year-end. The Ai.R fleet comprises 11 vehicles — 10 five-passenger GXR ...
    Bridgestone’s nine-month 2025 net profit declines 19.5% year over year to $1.4 billion
    Bridgestone’s net profit declined 19.5% year over year to ¥203.5 billion (nearly $1.4 billion) in the nine-month period of the current financial year ended on Sept. 30, 2025. The company also recorded a 22.6% year-over-year drop in operating profit to ¥291.7 billion. Bridgestone reported a sharp decline in earnings in the first nine months of 2025 as revenue fell by 1.1% year over year to ¥3.23 trillion. However, at ¥368.4 billion, adjusted operating profit increased by 4.3% compared with ...
    BYD India expects 20% EV penetration by 2030 in the subcontinent’s car market
    BYD India is optimistic about the country's electric vehicle prospects, predicting a 20% penetration in passenger car EVs by 2030. Rajeev Chauhan, head of Electric PV Business at BYD India, has outlined the company's strategic focus on addressing consumer needs beyond awareness at the India EV Conclave. He emphasized that EV buyers seek value propositions, and residual value concerns need attention. This marks a shift from awareness to addressing practical challenges within the Indian EV mark...
    Gulf Oil plans to increase local content in its EV chargers in India
    Gulf Oil Lubricants India is actively advancing its localization efforts within the electric vehicle charging sector, having already achieved approximately 55% localization and aiming for further progress. The news was disclosed by the company's Managing Director and CEO Ravi Chawla, on the sidelines of the India EV Conclave. During the panel discussion at Autocar Professional's event held at Hyatt Regency in Delhi, Chawla detailed Gulf Oil's comprehensive approach to e-mobility, noting that ...
    Renault ends project with Valeo to develop rare-earth-free electric motor, looks for Chinese suppliers
    French carmaker Renault has decided to terminate its partnership with Valeo to develop a rare-earth-free electric vehicle motor and is instead seeking a more cost-effective Chinese supplier, according to sources familiar with the situation. The collaboration aimed at innovating a powerful, compact EV motor that did not require rare earths was heralded as an innovation made in France. The move comes amid increasing restrictions from Beijing on rare earth exports, prompting industrywide efforts...
    Shell launches new thermal fluid technology to cool entire BEV powertrain
    Shell Lubricants announced Nov. 11 that it has developed an innovative thermal fluid that can act as an all-in-one thermal management solution for the entire battery-electric vehicle (BEV) powertrain. The breakthrough thermal fluid is called Shell EV-Plus Thermal Fluid with PurePlus Technology. The new product comes soon after the successful development of an immersively-cooled battery pack. According to the company, the innovative thermal fluid enables a simplified battery and powe...
    Amprius Technologies launches Korea Battery Alliance to expand global footprint
    Amprius Technologies Inc. has launched the Amprius Korea Battery Alliance to expand its footprint in South Korea and accelerate the commercialization of next-generation battery technologies for global electric mobility and clean energy markets. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen Amprius' international presence, secure critical supply chain partners and diversify its contract manufacturing network, which now exceeds 2 GWh of total capacity worldwide. By collaborating with leading compan...
    Toyota launches new EV battery plant in North Carolina, US
    In a press release dated Nov. 12, Toyota announced that it has commenced operations at its new $13.9 billion battery manufacturing plant in Liberty, North Carolina — the company’s first battery plant outside Japan and its 11th US facility. The state-of-the-art plant is expected to create up to 5,100 new American jobs and serve as a cornerstone for Toyota’s expanding portfolio of electrified vehicles. Toyota also announced that it plans to additionally invest up to $10 billion over the n...
    CATL advances efforts to restart major lithium mine in China after months of inactivity
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) has made progress toward restarting a major lithium mine in mainland China that has been inactive since August. The company has been informed of the cost for the rights to the mine, indicating progress in negotiations with the authorities. This could lead to an increased lithium supply, which is vital for electric vehicles and grid storage globally. Receiving notification about the payment provides CATL with a clearer path for resuming productio...
    Clarios acquires Maxwell Technologies to enhance energy storage solutions with supercapacitor technology
    Clarios, a global entity in low-voltage energy storage solutions, has announced its acquisition of Maxwell Technologies, a company specializing in supercapacitor cells and modules for various applications, including mobility and data centers. The acquisition aims to fortify Clarios' stance in high-performance, short-duration energy storage solutions by leveraging Maxwell's innovative supercapacitor technology. Supercapacitors are distinguished by their ability to charge and release energy rap...
    Rivian-Volkswagen JV preparing to test reference vehicles featuring jointly developed SDV architecture
    One year after its founding, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies (RV Tech) is reporting strong progress in its mission to develop a next-generation software-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture. The joint venture has rapidly advanced the design of a state-of-the-art zonal electronic platform for future vehicles from both the Volkswagen Group and Rivian.  RV Tech is now preparing reference vehicles from the Volkswagen, Scout and Audi brands to begin winter testing in the first quarter ...
    Harman's Ready Display automotive product achieves HDR10+ quality certification
    Harman has announced a significant achievement with its Ready Display product. It has become the first to secure the HDR10+ Automotive certification, setting a benchmark for in-vehicle display performance. This development aims to transform vehicle interiors into environments akin to a home theater, enhancing the visual experience for passengers. Harman's collaboration with Samsung and Panasonic led to the creation of HDR10+ Automotive technology specification, which outlines the standards for e...
    Tesla Supercharger live availability comes to Google Maps
    Tesla's Supercharger network, renowned for its reliability, has become easier to access with the integration of live availability data on Google Maps. This update enables users to view real-time information about Tesla Superchargers, including the number of available stalls at each location, directly in Google Maps. Previously, this feature was exclusive to Tesla owners, who could access it through their vehicle's navigation system or the Tesla app. However, it is now accessible to anyone using ...
    OPmobility’s Q3 FY 2025 economic revenue slips 1% YOY to €2.7 billion
    OPmobility reported a 1% year-over-year decline in economic revenue to €2.7 billion in the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2025. Revenue on a like-for-like basis, excluding foreign exchange impacts and scope of consolidation, increased 2.6% year over year. Consolidated revenue, which combines economic revenue and revenue from joint ventures, fell 3.8% year over year to €2.4 billion. During the third quarter, the French supplier experienced strong market momentum in North America and Asia, d...
    Gabriel India revises JV with Inalfa for sunroof systems business
    On Nov. 12, Gabriel India Ltd. announced that its board of directors has approved a revised joint venture agreement with Inalfa Roof Systems Group for the sunroof systems business. Under the revised arrangement, Inalfa will hold a 35% stake in Inalfa Gabriel Sunroof Systems Private Ltd. (IGSSPL), while Gabriel India will maintain 65% ownership and majority control. The revision in shareholding comes after India’s Ministry of Heavy Industries rejected a previous proposal on Au...
    Zeiss and LG Chem form alliance for supplying photopolymer films used in holographic windshield displays
    Zeiss and LG Chem have established a strategic alliance to enhance the supply of photopolymer films for advanced optics. The collaboration focuses on co-developing photopolymer solutions specifically for next-generation automotive holographic windshield displays, with production for original equipment manufacturers scheduled for 2029. This partnership aims to strengthen supply chain resilience and support the sustainable growth of advanced holography and optical technologies across various ...
    Fine Stamping opens new facility in Serbia for supplying motor lamination cores for EVs
    Fine Stamping, a mainland China-based supplier of motor lamination cores, has inaugurated a plant in Apatin, a city located in the northern Vojvodina province of Serbia. According to the Apatin city government, the company plans to invest a total of €50 million in the plant by the end of the investment cycle. The plant will specialize in producing motor lamination cores for electric vehicles and is expected to create 150 new jobs. "The Fine Stamping factory brings new jobs, modern technolog...
    Perrone Robotics celebrates year-long operation of CONNECT autonomous shuttles in Detroit
    Perrone Robotics has marked over a year of its CONNECT autonomous transit service operation in Detroit, establishing it as the longest-running public transit autonomous electric shuttle service in the US. The service, launched in August 2024, utilizes Ford E-Transit vans equipped with Perrone Robotics' patented TONY and MAX autonomous vehicle technology, making it the first deployment of its kind using the Ford E-Transit platform.  The CONNECT autonomous fleet operates along an over 10-m...
    Molex debuts eHV60 connector for battery-electric vehicles and PHEVs in high-voltage systems
    Molex has launched the first product in its eHV high-voltage connector and terminal system portfolio designed for high-performance electrical connections in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The initial offering is the eHV60 High-Voltage Automotive Connector, which is suitable for auxiliary high-voltage functions such as DC/DC converters, onboard chargers, electric compressors and e-axles. The eHV60 provides a compact and efficient solution to increas...
    Waymo expands robo-taxi services to freeway rides in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Phoenix
    Waymo announced plans to expand its robo-taxi services to include freeway rides across San Francisco, Los Angeles and Phoenix. The company already operates in parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and is now extending its operations to San Jose, California, including servicing Mineta San Jose International Airport, which joins Phoenix Sky Harbor as part of Waymo's airport service area. In the backdrop of this expansion, Tesla is enhancing its robo-taxi service by incorporating safety monit...
    Baidu's Apollo Go partners with Autogo for autonomous taxi services in Abu Dhabi
    Baidu announced that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, has established a strategic partnership with Autogo, an autonomous mobility company based in the United Arab Emirates and a subsidiary of Kintsugi Holding. This partnership aims to deploy the largest fully driverless fleet in Abu Dhabi, UAE, introducing next-generation mobility in the UAE capital. Initial trials involving dozens of Apollo Go autonomous vehicles will occur in select areas of Abu Dhabi, with the goal of expanding...
    Rolls-Royce partners with Forsee Power for electrification in industrial and transport sectors
    Rolls-Royce and Forsee Power have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating electrification in industrial and transport applications. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed in Paris on Oct. 30. Forsee Power, known for its expertise in battery systems for commercial and industrial vehicles, will collaborate with Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division to develop advanced battery-electric propulsion solutions. This alliance supports both companies in advancing the energy...
    EVgo reports a 37% YOY increase in revenue to $92.3 million in Q3
    EVgo Inc., a major provider of public fast-charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2025. The company experienced a 37% year-over-year increase in total revenue, amounting to $92.3 million, with charging network revenue reaching a record $55.8 million, marking the 15th consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. EVgo's net loss for the quarter decreased to $28.3 million in the third quarter, which is 15% lower than $33.2 million re...
    Wallbox unveils Supernova PowerRing for efficient and scalable fast charging
    Wallbox has unveiled its new fast-charging system, the Supernova PowerRing, capable of delivering up to 400 kW to a single vehicle, with a total shared system capacity of up to 720 kW. The PowerRing is designed for destination and semipublic charging sites, featuring a modular design to maximize installed capacity and minimize footprint. It is a connected system of multiple Supernova chargers that intelligently share energy among them, helping operators optimize their installed capacity and r...
    Posco Holdings to invest 1.2 trillion won in lithium supply chain expansion
    Posco Holdings has announced its plan to invest 1.2 trillion won (approximately $820 million) in Australia and Argentina to strengthen its global lithium resource supply chains, aiming to improve lithium cost competitiveness and secure stable raw material procurement through aggressive investment strategies. On Nov. 12, Posco Holdings revealed its intention to acquire a 30% stake in Lithium Co. (tentative name), a new intermediate holding company to be established by the Australian mining com...
    Yokohama Rubber supplies BluEarth-FE AE30 tires for Mitsubishi's eK Space mini vehicle
    Yokohama Rubber has started supplying its BluEarth-FE AE30 tires as original equipment for Mitsubishi Motors' new mini vehicle, the eK Space, which was launched in October. The mini vehicle will feature 155/65R14 75S size tires. The BluEarth-FE AE30 tire is part of the BluEarth YOKOHAMA global tire brand and is designed to be environmentally friendly, offering improved fuel efficiency and a balance of performance features, including quietness, comfort, a smooth ride and durability. Yokoham...
    BASF Coatings opens advanced automotive OEM coatings facility in Germany
    BASF Coatings has inaugurated a production facility for automotive original equipment manufacturing coatings at its Muenster site in Germany. The new plant focuses on producing high-demand colors and aims to ensure consistent product quality and improved production efficiency. This investment marks a strategic milestone that strengthens BASF Coatings' competitiveness in high-volume coatings, leveraging advanced automation to support sustainable operations and enhance process reliability. This...
    Samvardhana Motherson Group invests $50 million to expand Tlaxcala plant for Audi Q5 production
    Samvardhana Motherson Group has announced plans to invest $50 million to expand its Zitlaltépec plant in Tlaxcala, Mexico, according to a report by MexicoNow published Nov. 7. The planned investment will help the India-based auto components supplier serve its primary customer, Audi, and accommodate the anticipated increase in production of the Audi Q5 model. The expansion project is expected to generate 150 direct jobs and 300 indirect jobs, reinforcing Motherson's role as a major industrial em...
    OPmobility enters cooperation agreement to support global expansion of Chery Automobiles
    French supplier OPmobility has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Chery Automobiles, the third largest vehicle manufacturer in mainland China. This collaboration involves OPmobility supporting Chery's international business expansion through its extensive research, development and production network. As part of this agreement, OPmobility signed contracts to supply Chery with bumpers in Spain and Brazil, beginning in 2026. This initiative aligns with OPmobility's strategic foc...
    United Micro Technology and Ceva collaborate for automotive 5G RedCap system-on-chip
    United Micro Technology and Ceva Inc. have announced the launch of the HyperMotion 5G RedCap Automotive IoT Platform, integrating Ceva-PentaG Lite 5G platform IP into United Micro's RedCap system-on-chip (SoC). This collaboration aims to deliver cost-efficient, secure and scalable connectivity solutions for next-generation vehicles. As automakers continue to expand connected vehicle offerings, the 5G RedCap platform is emerging as a cost-effective alternative to traditional 5G, facilitating mass...
    Grab to invest in remote driving technology company Vay
    Grab Holdings Ltd. announced plans to invest $60 million in Vay Technology GmbH, a company specializing in automotive-grade remote driving technology. This investment is intended to help Vay expand its operations in the US, where it offers an on-demand car rental service via remote driving technology, while also enhancing Grab's mobility offerings and advancing its autonomous and remote driving expertise. The agreement includes an option for Grab to invest an additional $350 million in meet...
    Zest expands EV charging network with six new 120-kW rapid chargers in West Belfast, Ireland
    Zest, a leading charge-point operator (CPO) in the UK, has partnered with the Kennedy Centre in West Belfast, Ireland, to provide six 120-kW ultrarapid charging bays. These new facilities enable customers to charge their electric vehicles while they shop, dine or partake in leisure activities at the Kennedy Centre, addressing the growing demand for reliable public charging at popular destinations. Zest is responsible for funding, deploying and operating the charging infrastructur...
    Zest installs 142 EV charging stations at the University of Warwick, UK
    Zest, a rapidly expanding charge-point operator (CPO) in the UK, has successfully installed 142 charging stations across 14 locations at the University of Warwick. This deployment forms part of a £1.3 million investment by Zest, aiming to provide and manage these electric vehicle charging facilities over the next 15 years. The project includes the installation of both fast and rapid EV chargers, which are anticipated to save over 15,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions, equivalent to 69 million ...
    Novonix, Stellantis terminate offtake agreement for supply of synthetic graphite
    Novonix Ltd., a battery materials and technology company, announced that it has mutually decided with its strategic partner FCA, the US-based subsidiary of Stellantis, to terminate their offtake agreement for the supply of synthetic graphite effective immediately. According to the company, the agreement was terminated because the two companies could not agree on the specifications for the battery cell product and the mass production milestones. The offtake agreement, which was initial...
    Westwater Resources announces unexpected termination of offtake agreement by Stellantis
    Westwater Resources Inc., a critical minerals company specializing in battery-grade natural graphite, has announced a strategic update following a significant development. On Nov. 3, FCA US LLC, a subsidiary of Stellantis NV, unexpectedly terminated its binding offtake agreement with Westwater. The agreement was previously signed by the two companies in July 2024. Notably, Stellantis was one of three companies, alongside SK On and Hiller Carbon, that had signed offtake agreements with...
    Foresight partners with Chinese manufacturer for AI-based solutions in India and South Korea
    Foresight Autonomous has announced a strategic commercial cooperation agreement with a prominent Chinese manufacturer specializing in AI-based stereo vision solutions. According to the agreement, Foresight will integrate the manufacturer's 3D perception systems into its product offerings, targeting exclusive commercialization in India and South Korea, with plans for further global market distribution. The collaboration aims to enhance Foresight's product range, initially focusing on the advanced...
    Hesai Technology partners with Li Auto for next-generation lidar supply
    Hesai Technology has been selected by Li Auto to supply lidars for its next-generation assisted driving platform, which includes the L Series, i Series and MEGA. Li Auto designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric vehicles, having delivered over 1.46 million vehicles as of Oct. 31. Lidars have been a standard feature in all new Li Auto models since May. Since 2021, Hesai and Li Auto have maintained a close partnership focused on collaboration and innovation. This cooperation...
    Stradvision partners with AMD to enhance autonomous driving technology
    Stradvision has announced a multiyear collaboration with AMD to advance perception technology in autonomous driving. At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, the companies will demonstrate Stradvision's MultiVision software running on the AMD Versal AI Edge Series Gen 2 VEK385 Evaluation Kit, showcasing multicamera perception capabilities in next-generation vehicles.  The partnership integrates Stradvision's SVNet and MultiVision software with AMD's automotive system-on-chips (...
    GlobalFoundries partners with TSMC to advance gallium nitride technology for diverse applications
    GlobalFoundries (GF) has announced a technology licensing agreement with TSMC for 650-V and 80-V gallium nitride (GaN) technology. This strategic move is intended to accelerate GF's development of next-generation GaN products for applications in data centers and automotive power systems, thereby providing US-based GaN capacity for a global clientele. As traditional silicon complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) technologies approach their performance limits, GaN is being recogniz...
    EU plans new category for affordable small EVs to boost competition
    The European Commission plans to introduce a new category for affordable small electric vehicles in December, according to an EU commissioner. This initiative aims to counter competition from mainland Chinese manufacturers and bolster the European automotive market. The goal is to create an intermediate category for small EVs that do not require the extensive safety features and technology present in larger cars. This regulatory change has been under discussion, but its timeline was prev...
    Autel partners with Zeekr and Evolt for high-speed EV charging station in Bangkok
    Autel has partnered with Zeekr, a premium electric vehicle brand by Geely, and Evolt, a prominent EV charging company in Thailand, to introduce a high-speed EV charging station named ZEEKR Powers @centralwOrld, located in Bangkok's central business and lifestyle district. This new station is equipped with Autel's advanced MaxiCharger DS480 (air-cooled) technology, capable of delivering a maximum output of 400 kW, allowing the Zeekr 7X model to achieve a full charge in just 15 minutes. The cha...
    Fraunhofer IWS launches DRYplatform to revolutionize battery research with dry-coating method
    The Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS launched the DRYplatform on Nov. 3 at the Dry Coating Forum. This new infrastructure, funded with €3.7 million by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, focuses on battery research and features the DRYtraec process, which replaces traditional wet electrode coating. DRYtraec is a dry-coating method that removes solvents and energy-intensive drying steps, reducing costs and environmental impacts. DRYplatform in...
    Eberspaecher unveils new solutions for 800-V EV systems focusing on thermal management
    Eberspaecher is expanding its product portfolio with the introduction of two new solutions for 800-V electrical systems, focusing on coolant and air heaters for electric vehicles. These solutions are designed to address significant challenges in electromobility, such as battery range, charging times and passenger comfort, by enhancing thermal management efficiency and system stability. It will be available in Asia, Europe and North America starting in 2028. Eberspaecher has a long-standi...
    The future of lidar in autonomous mobility — interview with RoboSense
    Light detection and ranging (lidar) technology is quickly redefining what is possible in autonomous driving and robotics, offering a powerful new way to map the world. By sending out laser pulses and measuring how long they take to bounce back, lidar builds high-resolution, 3D models of its surroundings — vital data that helps vehicles and robots see, understand and move through the world safely. In recent years, the technology has made huge strides. The development of proprietary lidar chi...
    Battery materials recycling company Altilium receives funding from the UK government
    Altilium Metals has received funding from the UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and Innovate UK to demonstrate the sustainable production of electric vehicle battery cells using recycled anode and cathode materials. The project will utilize Altilium's proprietary recycling technologies, EcoAnode and EcoCathode, along with recently showcased automotive-grade multilayer pouch cells. This initiative aims to showcase both the commercial viability and environmental a...
    Toyota delays battery factory project in Japan amid declining EV demand
    Japan's largest automaker Toyota Motor has postponed its electric vehicle battery factory project in Fukuoka prefecture, Japan, for the second time due to reduced demand for EVs. Seitaro Hattori, the governor of the southwestern prefecture, confirmed the decision following a meeting with Koji Sato, president of Toyota. The factory's commencement has been rescheduled from its original 2028 timeline. The company plans to use the coming year to reassess the project, and some capacity at the site...
    Illinois grants $20 million in new funding for expansion of EV charging infrastructure across the state
    The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a funding opportunity for the installation of new electric vehicle charging stations under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). This initiative, part of Gov. Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital plan, aims to support the development of publicly accessible charging infrastructure throughout Illinois, US. The funding will cover DC fast-charging (DCFC) stations, known as Level 3, and AC Level 2 charging stations. Applicat...
    China exempts export controls on Nexperia chips for civilian use
    China has announced exemptions to export controls on Nexperia chips intended for civilian use, according to its Ministry of Commerce. This decision is expected to help relieve supply constraints in the automotive sector. This move indicates an easing of restrictions impacting the global auto industry, following the Dutch government's control over Nexperia, a significant producer of automotive electrical system chips. Nexperia, based in the Netherlands, is owned by Wingtech, a Chinese compan...
    Xpeng debuts VLA 2.0 large model and unveils plans for three robo-taxi models with new Robo intelligent driving solution by 2026
    At the 2025 Xpeng AI Day in Guangzhou, mainland China, Xpeng unveiled its VLA 2.0 large model, marking a major leap in its Physical AI road map. The VLA 2.0 adopts an innovative Vision-Implicit Token-Action (V-I-A) architecture that eliminates the traditional “language translation” step, enabling end-to-end generation from visual signals to driving actions. This new physical world model can self-evolve and understand real-world interactions, supporting cross-domain applications acr...
    Beep announces new shared autonomous vehicle deployments using Karsan autonomous e-JEST
    Beep has announced two new shared autonomous vehicle deployments utilizing Karsan Autonomous e-JEST vehicles. This initiative is facilitated through Damera Corp., and is part of an alliance with ADASTEC. The collaboration integrates ADASTEC's SAE Level 4 driving software with advanced sensors and Beep's remote management, alongside Karsan's reliable vehicle model, to ensure safe operations in diverse conditions and enhance connectivity. The new vehicle platform will be demonstrated at the Flo...
    Foretellix and Parallel Domain collaborate on advanced simulation for autonomous vehicles
    Foretellix and Parallel Domain have announced a strategic partnership to introduce a new simulation solution tailored for autonomous vehicle development. This collaboration merges Foretellix's scenario-based testing with Parallel Domain's photorealistic sensor simulation, integrating camera, radar and lidar data within digital twins derived from drive logs. The solution aims to address the complexity and AI-driven nature of modern autonomous vehicle systems by offering comprehensive closed-loop ...
    BMW and IBM collaborate to advance cognitive automotive technology
    BMW Group has partnered with IBM to explore advancements in cognitive, data-driven automotive experiences using IBM's Watson IoT platform. Announced at IBM's Munich IoT headquarters, this collaboration seeks to enhance the interaction between drivers and their vehicles, making them more intuitive and responsive. BMW engineers, working alongside IBM data scientists, focused on creating smart in-car systems that could learn driver habits, predict needs, and enable voice or gesture-based interactio...
    Honda recalls over 406,000 Civic vehicles for potential wheel detachment risk
    Honda is recalling 406,290 vehicles due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the wheels to detach, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. The recall pertains to Civic vehicles from model years 2016–2021, as per a recall notice issued on Nov. 6 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The issue involves some vehicles equipped with accessory aluminum wheels that may not have the correct steel bolt seats, which can cause the lug nuts to loosen and potentially lead to ...
    Kia India introduces Plant Remote OTA updates for connected models
    Kia India is introducing a new Plant Remote OTA system designed to deliver software updates to vehicles before they are dispatched from the factory. This innovation is a first of its kind, focusing on ensuring that cars are equipped with the latest infotainment, navigation, connected services software and security patches upon leaving the manufacturing line. The system is integrated with Kia's Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (CCNC) platform and is built around the Controller-OTA functionality, ...
    Wireless Mobility becomes wholly German-owned subsidiary
    Wireless Mobility, a German producer of cellular automotive modules, announced that its automotive division has become a wholly owned subsidiary of Wireless Mobility Holding GmbH, establishing the company as entirely German-owned. This development enhances the company's status as a trusted and independent Western supplier, aligning it with the US connected vehicle ecosystem and fulfilling the needs of global original equipment manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers who seek dependable long-term part...
    Inteva Products expands in India with new manufacturing facility in Pune
    Automotive interior systems supplier Inteva Products announced plans to expand its operations in India with the establishment of a second manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra, The Hindu Business Line reported Nov. 10. This expansion will include the introduction of next-generation products aimed at the Indian automotive market.  The new Pune facility marks a significant capacity increase for Inteva, allowing for higher production volumes and closer integration with local supply ch...
    Forvia unveils modular console for customizable and sustainable vehicle interiors
    Forvia has introduced the On-demand center console, a modular interior system inspired by furniture design, aimed at transforming vehicle cabins into flexible lifestyle spaces. The innovative system includes interchangeable modules, such as coffee machines, refrigerators, tray tables, storage compartments and a retractable display for an immersive theater mode. The console allows both users and original equipment manufacturers to customize vehicle interiors without making structural changes, pro...
    Lumax Industries to invest $15.8 million in new manufacturing plant in Bengaluru, India
    The board of directors of India-based automotive lighting supplier Lumax Industries has approved the establishment of a new manufacturing plant in Bengaluru, Karnataka, CNBC TV 18 reported Nov. 7. The company will invest 1.4 billion rupees (about $15.8 million) in the greenfield facility, which will be funded through internal accruals. The plant will produce lighting systems for Maruti Suzuki and Toyota Motors. It is expected to become operational by the fourth quarter of the fina...
    Inteva Products to acquire parts of IAC's European business
    Inteva Products announced an agreement to acquire certain portions of the International Automotive Components' (IAC) European business. The financial details of this agreement were not disclosed.  “This acquisition strengthens our presence in Europe, the world’s second-largest vehicle market, and reinforces our position as a key partner to global OEMs,” said Marco vom Wege, vice president and chief commercial officer of Inteva Products, responsible for M&A. Gerard ...
    Investments in EV charging infrastructure under pressure as EV adoption slows
    The electric vehicle charging infrastructure market is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by the adoption of EVs worldwide. However, the slowdown in EV sales has had a noticeable impact on investments in EV charging infrastructure. As demand growth moderates, investors and developers are exercising increased caution, leading to a reassessment of expansion timelines and funding allocations. Slower EV adoption has delayed expansion plans for many charging networks, shifting the focus fro...
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    Hubject partners with Electra to enhance fast charging interoperability across Europe
    Hubject, a provider of eMobility interoperable charging solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Electra, a European specialist in fast-charging solutions for electric vehicles. This collaboration aims to integrate Electra's expanding network of high-power charging stations with Hubject's intercharge eRoaming platform, thereby enabling Plug&Charge functionality via ISO 15118 standards. This development is set to improve charging accessibility and convenience across Europe. El...
    IONCOR centralizes battery testing operations in Kirchardt, Germany
    IONCOR, an independent provider of battery systems, is consolidating its operations in Germany by relocating its battery testing hub to Kirchardt. This strategic move aims to enhance efficiency by integrating engineering, testing, and production processes within one location. The consolidation involves transferring some testing assets from IONCOR's Bad Friedrichshall site to Electric Sphere, a newly established independent company that specializes in battery testing. Employees affected by thi...
    Porsche approves Continental’s tires for Macan electric SUV
    Continental is supplying a range of tires for the all-electric Porsche Macan SUV to ensure year-round performance and safety. The options include the SportContact 6 for sportiness and the CrossContact RX for comfort, during summer driving. For winter conditions, Porsche recommends the WinterContact TS 860 S. All tires are marked XL to indicate increased load capacity. The SportContact 6 offers better grip and safety at high speeds, up to 350 km/h, and is part of the ultra-ultra-high...
    Castrol and Lion Smart collaborate to enhance EV battery thermal management
    Castrol has partnered with LION Smart to develop an advanced battery module for high-performance electric vehicle (EV) applications. The collaboration combines LION Smart's direct battery-cooling technology with Castrol's expertise in thermal fluids and battery thermal management. This partnership aims to enhance battery thermal management for passenger cars, trucks, and battery energy storage systems (BESS) globally by employing direct battery cooling. This approach involves the use of Castr...
    Honda Motor Company invests in electric motor startup Enedym
    Enedym Inc., an electric motor startup based out of Canada, announced on October 21 that it has received an investment from Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company as part of the latter’s global open innovation program called Honda Xcelerator Ventures. The new investment will be used to accelerate Enedym’s patented motor technology development and ramp up its operations. Notably, Enedym is headquartered at the McMaster Innovation Park in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enedym owns over 70 pa...
    Michigan allocates $1.84 million in fresh grants to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, Michigan, announced on November 5 that it has invested more than $1.84 million in 31 multifamily properties across the US state for 201 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations under the first two rounds of its Clean Fuel and Charging Infrastructure (CFCI) Program. These grants aim to expand EV charging access for residents throughout Michigan and move the state closer to the MI Healthy Climate Plan (MHCP) goal of sufficient infrastruc...
    Blink Charging partners Karbon Homes to expand EV charging infrastructure in the UK
    Blink Charging Co. has been selected as the EV collaborator for UK-based housing provider Karbon Homes, Blink announced on November 4. As part of this partnership, Blink Charging will provide EV charging solutions for the sustainable properties built by Karbon Homes in the UK. Blink Charging said that it is committed to provide appropriate training to the executives from Karbon Homes, as well as customers moving into homes with pre-installed EV chargers. According to the company, the new w...
    Nexteer expands India Technical Center with advanced driveline physical validation capabilities
    Nexteer Automotive has announced the expansion of its India Technical Center (INTC) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with the introduction of advanced driveline physical validation capabilities. The new facility, spanning 1,900 square meters and located just 20 kilometers from the existing INTC, enhances Nexteer Automotive's capacity to support local Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) clients through comprehensive production and design validation testing. Moreover, this strategic expansion reinforces...
    Ams OSRAM and DP Patterning present more efficient alternative for manufacturing automotive lighting components
    Ams OSRAM and DP Patterning have jointly developed a demonstrator that highlights the future direction of automotive lighting networks, featuring single-layer flexible printed circuit boards (FPCBs) instead of complex multilayer designs. This innovation promises significant environmental benefits, notably reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 98% compared to chemical wet etching, according to the Fraunhofer Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). The demonstrator combines DP Patterning's dry PCB manufacturing ...
    Yokohama Rubber supplies ADVAN Sport V107 tires for BMW i3 electric
    Yokohama Rubber is supplying its ADVAN Sport V107 tires as original equipment (OE) for the BMW i3 battery-electric car, which is available in mainland China and other markets. The Japanese tiremaker is offering the ADVAN Sport V107 tires in two size sets: the 19-inch set features 225/45R19 96Y front tires and 245/40R19 98Y rear tires, while the 18-inch set includes 225/50R18 99Y front tires and 245/45R18 100Y rear tires. The ADVAN Sport V107 is an ultra-high-performance tire from Yokohama Rub...
    TomTom and GeoInt deepen partnership to drive innovation in African telematics and mobility
    Location technology specialist TomTom has announced a renewed partnership with GeoInt, one of Africa’s leading provider of location-based services for industries including telematics, fleet and logistics, retail, finance, and insurance. The expanded agreement builds on more than 20 years of collaboration and will see GeoInt integrating TomTom’s latest APIs and map data to deliver resilient, scalable, and cost-efficient geospatial solutions across the continent. By leveraging TomTom’s ma...
    OPPO licenses cellular SEPs to mainland Chinese automaker
    Smart device manufacturer OPPO has announced a global patent license agreement with a major mainland Chinese automaker. This agreement grants the automaker access to OPPO's cellular Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), enabling the integration of OPPO's cellular technologies into the automaker's connected vehicle products. The collaboration aims to enhance connectivity and user experience while aiding the automaker's strategic expansion into international markets. Vincent Lin, Head of Patent Licen...
    WeRide announces SOP for ADAS solution developed with Bosch
    WeRide recently announced the achievement of the Start of Production (SOP) for its one-stage end-to-end ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) solution, developed in partnership with Bosch, a leading Tier 1 supplier.  The system, named WePilot 3.0, leverages WeRide's advancements in large model architecture, system-level integration, and software-hardware collaboration. It enhances vehicle safety by enabling simultaneous perception and action, supporting various compute platforms, mult...
    Ams OSRAM launches advanced 5-junction laser for enhanced lidar systems
    Ams OSRAM has introduced a new 5-junction edge-emitting laser that enhances these systems significantly. This new laser provides higher optical peak power while using less electrical current compared to the previous 3-junction technology, which already extended the range by 50%. By employing five vertically stacked emitter layers, the 5-junction laser further extends the range and improves energy efficiency, reducing heat generation and simplifying thermal design. For developers, the laser's ...
    Tesla explores building large semiconductor fabrication facility for AI chips with potential Intel collaboration
    Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans for potentially building a large semiconductor fabrication facility for artificial intelligence chips. At the company's annual meeting, Musk discussed Tesla's fifth-generation AI chip, which is intended to advance their autonomous technology, and suggested the possibility of collaboration with Intel, though no agreement has been finalized. As Intel faces challenges in the AI chip market against competitors like Nvidia, the US government recently acquired a 10%...
    AEye expands growth strategy with LITEON partnership and institutional investment
    AEye announced an acceleration of its growth strategy through expanded manufacturing with LITEON Technology and a strategic investment from an institutional investor. This strategy will enhance AEye's capital-light model, enabling the rapid scaling of Apollo production to meet increasing global demand while maintaining efficiency and financial discipline. LITEON, specializing in optoelectronics and power management, is establishing a dedicated manufacturing line for Apollo lidar units. This c...
    Wallbox's Q3 revenue increases 2.3% y/y to €35.5 million
    Wallbox N.V., a global provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, announced its financial results for the third-quarter ending September 30, 2025. The company reported revenue of €35.5 million, compared to €34.6 million in Q3 2024, marking a 2.3% year-on-year (y/y). The net loss for the quarter stood at €20.8 million, as against €42.6 million in Q3 of 2024. While Wallbox's Adjusted EBITDA showed an improvement of 8% quarter-over-quarter, it was st...
    BC Hydro expands EV charging network to over 700 ports in British Columbia
    BC Hydro has achieved a notable milestone by expanding its public charging network to over 700 electric vehicle (EV) charging ports across British Columbia. This growth includes the integration of 88 charging ports at 28 sites, previously managed by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit. These sites will now fall under BC Hydro's energy-based rates as sanctioned by the B.C. Utilities Commission. The transfer of these sites to BC Hydro is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Th...
    Stellantis terminates battery material deal with Alliance Nickel citing market challenges
    Australia's Alliance Nickel announced that carmaker Stellantis will terminate their supply deal for battery-grade nickel and cobalt from the NiWest project, effective December 3. Alliance Nickel cited missed milestone deadlines as the reason for the termination, attributing the delays to challenging conditions in the global nickel market, which have hindered financing opportunities. The pressure on nickel prices over the past two years has affected Alliance's financial position, forcing the c...
    Continental's Q3 2025 EBIT down 15% y/y on Aumovio spin-off and planned OESL sale
    Continental has achieved important milestones in its realignment plans during the past quarter, including the spin-off of Aumovio and the agreement to sell its Original Equipment Solutions (OESL) business area. The final stages of its realignment involve the sale of ContiTech next year and a strategic focus on its Tires business. Continental faced challenging market conditions in the third-quarter of 2025 due to economic uncertainties, but the Tires group sector performed well, particularly in N...
    Amazon's next-generation Alexa to power BMW's in-car voice assistant
    Amazon has introduced its new Alexa Custom Assistant for vehicles — a comprehensive solution that lets automakers build their own branded, intelligent in-car assistants. Powered by the Alexa+ architecture, it brings together more than 70 large language models and advanced agent capabilities running on Amazon Bedrock and AWS.  “By bringing our Alexa+ architecture to Alexa Custom Assistant, we’re enabling partners to create uniquely branded experiences built on seamless interactions ...
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