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    US automakers, battery suppliers rationalize excess battery capacity, pivot to energy storage systems
    In December 2025, Ford Motor Co. and SK On announced plans to end their $11.4 billion battery joint venture — BlueOval SK — as part of their broader business overhaul amid a slowdown in demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and the end of government subsidies under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The decision to cease the battery JV came as the two companies sought to avoid accumulating losses from EV battery operations in a market witnessing policy shifts away from BEVs and to r...
    European New Car Assessment Program’s button mandate forces a rethink of the digital cockpit
    For more than a decade, the automotive industry followed a clear trajectory: digitize the driving experience, replace physical controls with touchscreens and let software define the cockpit. From 2026, Europe’s most influential vehicle safety assessor will begin to reverse that logic. Under revised protocols, the European New Car Assessment Program (EuroNCAP) will explicitly reward vehicles that provide physical controls for essential driving functions, such as indicators, hazard lights, wi...
    Building resilient automotive supply chains: lessons from an era of disruption
    For much of the past three decades, the global automotive industry pursued a single organizing principle: efficiency. Supply chains stretched across continents, inventories shrank to a minimum, and production schedules ran with metronomic precision. Components flowed from thousands of suppliers in tightly choreographed sequences, allowing manufacturers to build increasingly complex vehicles at ever lower cost. Then the shocks began. The Fukushima earthquake and tsunami first exposed the fr...
    Toyota plans to invest $1 billion in its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US
    Japanese automaker Toyota plans to invest $1 billion across its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US, the company announced on March 23, as it marked 40 years of its Kentucky plant, Toyota’s largest manufacturing plant in the world. The carmaker said that the investment is part of its commitment to invest up to $10 billion in its U.S. plants over the next five years. Notably, the company had first announced about its $10 billion investment in the US in November 2025. Toyota sa...
    Autobrains introduces agentic AI to enhance advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving
    Autobrains has introduced the Agentic AI to enhance Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automated Driving (AD). Traditionally, as ADAS and automated driving systems evolve, they have become more complex and expensive due to the reliance on larger models and increased data requirements. Autobrains has adopted a different strategy by utilizing Agentic AI, which organizes driving intelligence into specialized agents that focus on specific scenarios rather than a single, generalized drivin...
    BAIC unveils sodium-ion batteries with 450km range in mainland China
    Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC Group) has unveiled further details about its sodium-ion battery technology following a significant announcement last week. The Chinese automaker has reported that its sodium-ion battery can provide a driving range of 450 kilometers and boasts a cell energy density exceeding 170 Wh/kg, placing it among the industry's top-tier offerings. This development underlines BAIC's commitment to compete with rivals in the growing Chinese market for sodium-ion batteries, wh...
    Microchip launches new automotive chip to power smarter vehicle displays
    Microchip Technology has announced the release of the SAM9X75D5M System-in-Package (SiP), which is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified and designed for automotive and e-mobility applications, specifically for Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). This new SiP includes an Arm926EJ-S processor and 512 Mbit DDR2 SDRAM, supporting display sizes up to 10 inches with XGA resolution. The SAM9X75D5M is part of Microchip's hybrid microcontroller unit (MCU) family that combines the processing power of a microprocessor ...
    Momenta submits IPO application to Hong Kong Stock Exchange for $14 billion valuation
    Momenta has confidentially submitted its initial public offering (IPO) application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming for a valuation above $14 billion by 2026. The company is in the process of meeting the necessary regulatory requirements, including obtaining clearance from the China Securities Regulatory Commission's international department.  Momenta specializes in advanced autonomous driving solutions and has deployed its technology in nearly 700,000 vehicles across more than 17...
    Polestar scales battery circularity with 50% recycled cobalt
    Polestar has advanced its strategy for battery circularity, with Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 models now incorporating at least 50% recycled cobalt in their batteries. This effort is part of a broader initiative to reduce the dependency on virgin materials, enhance value chain transparency, and promote sustainable resource usage. Polestar's strategy on circularity of critical materials not only focuses on sourcing materials but also on extending battery life and value during the vehicle's usage ...
    Tesla and SpaceX to build advanced chip facility Terafab in Austin
    Elon Musk announced plans for Tesla and SpaceX to develop an advanced chip facility in Austin, Texas, known as Terafab, in response to the growing need for computing power amid a global chip shortage. Terafab will consist of two facilities, each producing a specific chip design. One will focus on AI chips for Tesla's electric vehicles and Optimus humanoid robots, and the other on AI chips for SpaceX's space-based data centers. Musk emphasized the necessity of Terafab by stating that without it, ...
    ŠKODA Auto updates Elroq and Enyaq with new features and enhanced technology for 2026
    ŠKODA Auto is introducing updates to its popular electric models, the Elroq and Enyaq, which ranked among Europe's best-selling electric vehicles in 2025. The updates, set for mid-2026, include new Simply Clever elements, improved digital functions and enhanced assist systems. The Elroq 60 and Enyaq 60 will feature lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology, offering benefits such as cost-effectiveness and long cycle lifespan suitable for urban mobility. The LFP battery production line ...
    MG unveils SolidCore Battery and Hybrid+ technology at European Engineering Centre opening
    SAIC's MG brand has introduced a new SolidCore Battery and announced it as the first to mass-produce semisolid-state batteries. These batteries promise improved range, faster charging, enhanced performance in low temperatures and increased safety. The SolidCore Battery, specifically designed for the European market, is set to be integrated into MG electric vehicles by the end of 2026. The battery's solid-state electrolytes create a protective barrier that extends battery life and ensures...
    Ampeco unveils CoOperator for enhanced EV charging network management in the US
    Ampeco has introduced CoOperator, an AI-powered operations agent designed for electric vehicle charging network operators utilizing the Ampeco platform. Launched at the EV Charging Summit & Expo in Las Vegas, CoOperator aims to assist operators by automating root cause diagnostics, offering a conversational interface for network management, and executing operational tasks using plain language. This tool is tailored for expanding US charging networks, enabling more efficient managemen...
    Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs over battery module issues
    Volkswagen is reportedly recalling nearly 100,000 electric vehicles due to issues related to battery modules, with approximately 28,000 of these vehicles located in Germany. This recall affects nearly 75,000 vehicles from Volkswagen's ID. series and about 20,000 Cupra Borns that were manufactured between February 2022 and August 2024. The problem stems from battery modules that do not meet specifications, which can lead to reduced range and pose a fire risk. As part of the recall process, ...
    Google to open-source Android Automotive OS for software-defined vehicles
    Google is committed to supporting the automotive industry not only as a technology provider but also as a partner in its transformation. It emphasizes the importance of choice, flexibility and open platforms. For over 10 years, Google has offered Android Automotive OS (AAOS) as an open platform for infotainment to foster innovation in the digital vehicle experience. As vehicles evolve, new challenges have arisen, such as fragmented software across components and limited update capabilities....
    Octo partners with Volkswagen Group Info Services for fleet data integration
    Octo and Volkswagen Group Info Services AG have announced a partnership aimed at integrating vehicle data from six Volkswagen Group brands into Octo's platform. This collaboration is designed to enhance fleet data services across the EU by allowing secure integration of data from Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, ŠKODA, Seat, Cupra and Audi. This integration supports usage cases such as utilization, maintenance and geo-location without the need for additional hardware. ...
    Valeo breaks ground on $225 million high-tech plant in Texas
    Valeo has initiated a new manufacturing facility project in McAllen, Texas. The company plans to invest $225 million over five years in this 337,000-square-foot facility, expecting the creation of up to 500 jobs. Production at this site is slated to commence in late 2027. The establishment of Valeo McAllen is part of Valeo's Elevate 2028 strategic plan, aiming to support the transformation of the automotive industry toward software-defined vehicles. This facility will produce the ce...
    Mobile charging robots equip parking spaces with EV charging in mainland China
    A new mobile power bank, designed as a compact self-guided charging unit, has been introduced in an older Nanning neighborhood, providing electric vehicle owners with convenient on-demand charging in mainland China.  This technology was first reported by the Chinese newspaper Nanning Evening, and it bypasses the need for costly infrastructure changes. Residents in the Linliqiao Jiayuan community, which is home to over 400 EVs, can now use a phone app to summon an intelligent chargin...
    Delhi government’s revised EV policy entails plan to install 7,000 additional charging points
    The Delhi government is working on an aggressive electric vehicle policy that could mandate installation of about 7,000 EV chargers across India’s capital city, according to a news report published by the Press Trust of India on March 23. The report mentioned that the Delhi government is looking to finalize and present the new EV policy during the upcoming budget season. The new policy is part of Delhi’s larger pollution-control strategy. The capital city has approximately 8,800 c...
    Hackney Council in London partners ESB Energy to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The Hackney Council in London plans to expand the borough’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure by installing more than 50 rapid chargers by 2030, the Hackney Council said in a statement issued on March 23. Of the planned 50 rapid chargers, nine new EV rapid chargers are already installed and operational, the council said. This EV charging network expansion is part of Hackney Council’s mission to make access to cleaner vehicles more convenient, helping drivers prepare for the tran...
    General Motors begins highway testing of eyes-off self-driving system
    General Motors' (GM) next-generation automated technology, which has been trained on millions of real-world miles and thoroughly tested in simulated scenarios, begins supervised public-road testing on highways across California, US, and Michigan, US. The testing will involve over 200 manual and supervised development vehicles operating in live traffic environments, each with a trained test driver at the wheel to take manual control if needed. This phase marks an important transition from manual ...
    Bolt partners with NVIDIA to enhance autonomous vehicle technology in Europe
    Bolt announced its collaboration with NVIDIA to develop the AI foundation for advancing autonomous vehicle technology in Europe. This effort aims to merge Bolt's ride-hailing and car-sharing fleet data with NVIDIA's technological assets, including Omniverse libraries, Cosmos world foundation models, Alpamayo autonomous vehicle foundation models and AI infrastructure. The unified platform is intended to enhance autonomous vehicle development speed and safety on European roads, meeting stringent s...
    Zoox expands robo-taxi service to San Francisco and Las Vegas
    Zoox announced that it will expand its robo-taxi service in San Francisco and Las Vegas, and begin testing its purpose-built robo-taxis in Austin and Miami. This move represents Zoox's most extensive effort to date in the US autonomous ride-hailing market. Alphabet's Waymo currently leads the robo-taxi market, while Tesla has the financial capability and manufacturing scale to expand its limited service in Austin, and plans to increase its presence across the US in 2026. Zoox plans to signifi...
    WeRide's 2025 revenue surges by 90% YOY with robo-taxi expansion
    WeRide released its unaudited financial results for the full year of 2025, revealing revenue of approximately $96 million, which marks an 89.6% increase from the previous year. The fourth quarter alone yielded about $43 million in revenue, representing a 123% year-over-year growth. The company achieved a gross margin of 30.2%, with gross profit of approximately $29 million, up 86.8%. Furthermore, WeRide managed to reduce its net losses by 34.2% to approximately $236 million. A significant con...
    Hyundai recalls 58,000 palisade hybrid SUVs in South Korea after fatal incident in US
    South Korea's Transport Ministry has announced a nationwide recall of 58,000 Hyundai Palisade hybrid sport utility vehicles due to safety concerns, following a fatal accident in the US earlier in March. This recall comes after Hyundai stopped sales of some high-end versions and recalled 68,500 new Palisade SUVs in the US and Canada. The recall is in response to the death of a two-year-old girl in Ohio, US, on March 7, reportedly caused by an automatic seat collapsing in the third row of ...
    Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles in US over software issues affecting certain ADAS functions
    Ford Motor is recalling 254,640 vehicles in the US due to software issues that may lead to the loss of rearview camera images and some advanced driver assistance systems features. The recall, as reported by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on March 24, affects certain 2022–2025 model year Lincoln Navigator, 2024–2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator, and 2025 Ford Explorer sport utility vehicles. According to the NHTSA, an unexpected reset in the im...
    Nexteer Automotive reports strong growth in FY 2025 earnings as revenue rises 7.2% year over year to $4.6 billion
    Nexteer Automotive reported strong financial results for the year ending Dec. 31, 2025, with revenue rising 7.2% year over year to $4.6 billion. Adjusted for foreign exchange impacts and commodity recoveries, revenue increased 6.9%, outperforming the growth in vehicle production volume by 320 basis points. Strong performance in Asia-Pacific, which recorded 9.8% year-over-year increase in revenue to $1.5 billion, led the overall top-line growth. The company recorded profit ...
    SK Signet launches 400-kW ultrafast EV charger for North American market
    SK Signet, a South Korean global manufacturer of high-power electric vehicle charging solutions, has launched a new 400-kilowatt All-in-One ultrafast EV charger to enhance energy and space efficiency in charging networks. This model uses high-density silicon carbide (SiC)-based power modules, improving power efficiency to 96.5% and reducing the footprint by 54% compared to its previous version with the same capacity. This innovation aims to strengthen SK Signet's presence in the North Am...
    South Korea tightens regulations on EV battery transparency amid safety concerns
    South Korea is implementing new regulations to enhance transparency in battery information for electric vehicles, aiming to reduce consumer anxiety due to recent vehicle fires. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport stated that it will, from March 23 to May 4, pursue amendments to the Enforcement Decree and Enforcement Rules of the Automobile Management Act, along with revisions to the Automobile Registration Rules. The revised regulations require manufacturers to disclose expande...
    New Zealand government partners to expand EV charging network with $52.7 million loan initiative
    The New Zealand government is set to more than double the country's electric vehicle public chargers through a NZ$52.7 million (approximately US$30.7 million) zero-interest loan initiative, along with coinvestments from ChargeNet and Meridian Energy. Announced by Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Energy & Climate Change Minister Simon Watts, the initiative aims to address the lack of charging infrastructure, which has been a barrier for many potential EV owners. Through a contestable bi...
    Everged teams up with World4Solar to deliver integrated EV charging, solar and battery solutions
    In a press release dated March 16, Everged announced that it has partnered with World4Solar, a manufacturer of unified electric vehicle charging, solar and battery systems, for an all-in-one turnkey solution that allows businesses to implement fully-integrated energy ecosystems that maximize financial and operational value for businesses, municipalities and drivers. Installing EV chargers serves as a strategic business tool across various industries, attracting and retaining valuable patrons....
    Porsche eyes EV growth, to launch 10 new models in South Korea
    Porsche has announced plans to launch over 10 new models in South Korea in 2026, beginning with the East Asian debut of the Cayenne Electric, as part of its strategy to enhance its presence in the high-performance electric vehicle market. At a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, Porsche Korea CEO Mathias Busse highlighted the introduction of the Cayenne Electric, the South Korea-exclusive Panamera Red Exclusive, and the new 911 Turbo S and Macan GTS. He emphasized the importance of bringi...
    Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery raises fresh funds
    Mirattery, the battery asset operator for Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's battery leasing business, has issued a new green Asset Backed Medium-term Notes (ABN) to support its battery-as-a-service (BaaS) operations. The company has successfully issued the first tranche of its 2026 green targeted ABN, amounting to 1 billion yuan (about $145 million), which has received strong interest from investors. The positive investor response and decreasing issuance price demonstrate Mirattery's ex...
    Mahindra partners HPCL to expand EV charging infrastructure across India
    Charge_iN by Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), a leading Indian automaker, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (HPCL) have announced a collaborative partnership to install electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) at HPCL fuel stations across India. This collaboration aims to utilize HPCL's extensive network of over 24,400 retail outlets and more than 5,400 existing EVCS to develop EV charging infrastructure. This initiative is expected to enhance the experience for EV users and promote EV...
    QCraft secures $100 million funding for AI research and autonomous driving expansion
    QCraft has announced the completion of a $100 million Series D funding round, with participation from investors such as Ningbo Ninghai Xingtaihe Fund, Wonderland Capital, and Liangxi Science and Innovation Industry Investment Fund Partnership, along with strategic investors from a notable original equipment manufacturer and automotive electronics components supplier. The raised funds will be used to advance physical AI research, focusing on world models and reinforcement learning, as well a...
    Tensor showcases Level 4 autonomous vehicle at European AV Summit in UK
    Tensor, a Silicon Valley-based company specializing in agentic and physical AI, introduced the Tensor Robocar to the UK at the 5th annual European AV Summit. The company showcased its Level 4 autonomous vehicle designed for personal ownership. Building upon its global launch announcement in August 2025, the showcase emphasized Tensor's advancements in safety, sensing, AI and user experience, including a foldable steering wheel developed in collaboration with Autoliv. Tensor's strategy focuses...
    Mobileye secures driver monitoring system production program with leading US automaker
    Mobileye has announced that a prominent US automaker will integrate the Mobileye Driver Monitoring System (Mobileye DMS) into future vehicles equipped with Mobileye's EyeQ6L system-on-chip, with production set to begin in 2027. This development enhances an existing advanced driver assistance systems program and is projected to be implemented across millions of vehicles over multiple models and years. Mobileye's platform, which includes both driver monitoring system (DMS) and occupant monitoring ...
    NXP unveils TEF8388 imaging radar for ADAS
    NXP Semiconductors has unveiled its third-generation RFCMOS automotive radar transceiver, the TEF8388, designed as an 8-transmit/8-receive device to enhance the potential of imaging radar for advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving technologies. In modern software-defined vehicles, advanced perception systems are critical, with high-resolution radar sensing forming a core technology. These sensors must balance high resolution, dynamic range and long detection ranges, while still...
    NHTSA escalates investigation into Tesla's FSD system over visibility issues
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has intensified its investigation into 3.2 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assistance systems due to concerns that the system may not properly detect or alert drivers in poor visibility conditions. Initially, the agency opened a preliminary evaluation of Tesla's FSD software in October 2024, covering 2.4 million vehicles. The investigation has now escalated to an engineering analysis, which is a pre...
    NHTSA rejects petition seeking recall of 2.26 million Tesla vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has rejected a petition to recall nearly 2.26 million Tesla vehicles, finding no evidence of a safety-related defect. This decision eliminates the immediate prospect of a large-scale recall for Tesla, although scrutiny over its Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assistance system continues. The petition, filed in March 2023, asserted that Tesla vehicles could cause unintended acceleration due to pedal misapplic...
    Benteler invests €17 million at German sites to expand steel tube production capacity for automotive market
    Benteler is expanding its manufacturing plants in Paderborn, Germany, through additional investments, focusing primarily on its Benteler Steel/Tube division. The company is investing approximately €17 million to expand tube manufacturing at the Schloß Neuhaus, Germany, plant, strengthening its position in the European market for seamless and welded steel tubes. This expansion will help Benteler serve the growing demand for steel tubes, particularly from the automotive sector. According to ...
    Dai Nippon Printing to open R&D center in India's Telangana to conduct mobility research
    Dai Nippon Printing Co. Ltd. (DNP) has announced plans to establish a new research and development center in Telangana, India, in April 2026 to bolster its international R&D strategy. This will be the second overseas location for the Japanese supplier, following the establishment of a facility in the Netherlands in September 2025. DNP will conduct joint research with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), focusing on mobility and healthcare. The facility will be located...
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    Scalvy and Valeo evaluate battery-integrated architecture for enhanced automotive systems
    Scalvy, a company focused on developing distributed power delivery systems for AI data centers, energy storage and electric mobility, has announced the successful concept evaluation of its battery-integrated architecture within an automotive system in collaboration with Valeo, a global automotive technology company. Scalvy's innovative approach replaces traditional large inverters and converters with distributed Power Neurons, which are compact, software-coordinated modules that manage power ...
    Samsung SDI CEO focuses on partnerships with Stellantis and GM amid strategic shifts
    Samsung SDI CEO Choi Joo-sun has reaffirmed the company's strong partnerships with Stellantis and General Motors (GM) while addressing strategic shifts toward more cost-competitive products and expanding energy storage systems. During a shareholders meeting in Gangnam, South Korea, Choi discussed speculation about Stellantis potentially withdrawing from their joint venture, stating it was exploring various options. Choi mentioned a strategic move at the Indiana, US, battery plant due to the slow...
    ComEd's EV EMS pilot explores cost-effective domestic charging solutions without panel upgrades
    ComEd's Electric Vehicle Energy Management System (EV EMS) Pilot, in partnership with WeaveGrid, Emporia, and Treehouse, has developed a cost-effective solution for more accessible electric vehicle charging that does not require home electrical panel upgrades. The pilot addresses a challenge faced by about 2.2 million households in ComEd's service area with electrical service of 100 amperes or less, which is insufficient to support Level 2 EV chargers. EMS tested in the pilot use hardwar...
    BMW launches the new all-electric i3 with up to 900-km range
    In a press release dated March 18, BMW announced the launch of the new BMW i3, the second model of the Neue Klasse. The BMW i350 xDrive, the first all-electric BMW 3 Series, features electric motors on both front and rear axles. With a combined system power output of 345 kilowatts/469hp, it boasts a maximum torque of 645 Newton meters (N.m). The BMW i3 has a range of up to 900 kilometers in the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) test cycle and offers rapid charging capab...
    Leapmotor launches its first R&D facility in Germany
    Mainland Chinese automaker Leapmotor has inaugurated its first overseas innovation center in Munich. The newly opened research and development facility is aimed at overseeing the design iterations and conceptual development of future electric vehicle models. This facility signifies Leapmotor's strategic shift from exporting products to exporting design. Positioned in Schwabing-Freimann, a cultural hub in northern Munich, the center constitutes part of Leapmotor's global design network, which ...
    Nio plans to commence internal testing of its fifth-generation battery-swap stations soon
    Nio Inc is set to introduce its fifth-generation battery swap stations that are expected to support all three of its brands, following a redesign that caused a delay in the original timeline. The company plans to start internal testing in late March, which will include support for vehicles from the Firefly sub-brand. Between May and June, Nio intends to establish five to ten pioneer battery swap stations for trial operations, with a mass rollout scheduled for July and August. This rollout is ...
    BAIC Group unveils sodium-ion battery prototype, energy density exceeds 170 Wh/kg
    Beijing Automotive Group Co. (BAIC Group) has announced new advancements in sodium-ion batteries, underscoring its commitment to next-generation power battery technologies. The Chinese automaker has developed a sodium-ion battery prototype that meets industry-leading standards and has expanded its Aurora Battery platform to include lithium-ion, solid-state and sodium-ion technologies, thereby establishing an independent battery system for diverse applications. The sodium battery pack features...
    Berlin Battery Lab to focus on R&D of sodium-ion battery technology
    The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), the Helmholtz Centre Berlin (HZB), and Humboldt University of Berlin (HU) have inaugurated the Berlin Battery Lab (BBL) as a joint research facility focused on developing and testing resource-efficient battery technologies, particularly sodium-based batteries. This collaborative platform aims to design new materials, explore innovative cell chemistries and manufacture battery prototypes, with the research infrastructure open...
    ZF reports improved organic sales, higher adjusted EBIT in FY 2025
    ZF Group reported a 6% year-over-year decline in sales to €38.8 billion in the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2025. Excluding M&A and currency effects, sales improved 0.6% organically. The company reported an earnings before interest and taxes loss of €1.1 billion compared to an EBIT gain of €170 million in 2024. The company concluded the fiscal year with a net loss of €1.8 billion, which nearly tripled compared to the net loss of €639 million in...
    Toshiba introduces new photovoltaic-output photocoupler for solid state relays in automotive equipment
    Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corp. has introduced a new photovoltaic-output photocoupler, the TLX9920, designed for solid-state relays in automotive equipment. The product is encased in a thin, long-creepage-distance SO6L package, and its volume shipments have commenced. Demand for relay units in automotive equipment with extended life is increasing, leading to a preference for solid-state relays over mechanical ones. The TLX9920 is intended to function as a gate driver for high-v...
    ROHM and Suchi Semicon partner to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India
    ROHM and Suchi Semicon have announced a strategic partnership focused on strengthening semiconductor manufacturing in India, aiming to meet the needs of both domestic and international markets. This collaboration combines ROHM's expertise in device technology and semiconductor leadership with Suchi Semicon's manufacturing capabilities, intending to create a reliable and scalable manufacturing framework that aligns with industry developments. The partnership supports the enhancement of India's...
    Pony.ai and Chenqi Mobility launch joint robo-taxi fleet with initial delivery of over 100 Gen-7 vehicles
    Pony.ai announced the delivery of over 100 seventh-generation robo-taxis to Guangzhou Chenqi Mobility Technology. These vehicles, based on the GAC Aion V model, are scheduled to start commercial operations soon on Chenqi Mobility's ride-hailing platform, OnTime Mobility. Alongside the delivery, Pony.ai and Chenqi Mobility signed an upgraded strategic cooperation agreement to expand their robo-taxi fleet and geographic coverage beyond current operations. This marks a new phase in their partn...
    Rivian and Uber partner to deploy 10,000 autonomous R2 robo-taxis by 2028
    Rivian Automotive and Uber Technologies have announced a partnership aimed at advancing their autonomous vehicle objectives, with plans to deploy 10,000 fully autonomous R2 robo-taxis as the first phase of deployment. Initial rollouts are set to commence in San Francisco and Miami by 2028, with an expansion to 25 cities projected by 2031. Uber plans to invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian through 2031, contingent upon the achievement of certain autonomous milestones. An initial investment of $30...
    Stellantis recalls nearly 11,800 Jeep Wagoneer S models in US over liftgate hinge cover issue
    Stellantis has announced a recall of thousands of vehicles in the US due to a potential issue with the liftgate hinge cover that could increase the risk of a collision. The recall affects 11,767 vehicles, specifically the 2024–2026 Jeep Wagoneer S models. According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the liftgate hinge cover may not be properly clipped into position, potentially leading to detachment from the vehicle. The safety regulator'...
    ZF extends CFO Michael Frick's contract until May 2031
    At a supervisory board meeting held March 18, ZF decided to extend CFO Michael Frick's contract until the end of May 2031. Rolf Breidenbach, chairman of the supervisory board, said that the extension signifies confidence in Frick's financial leadership and aims to provide stability to employees, customers and the capital market, particularly as financial discipline and debt reduction are critical. Frick has been a member of ZF’s management board since December 2022. Before joining...
    Puget Sound Energy and ChargeScape launch V2H technology demonstration in Washington
    Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and ChargeScape have initiated the first demonstration of new vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology in Washington, enabling electric vehicles to power homes during power outages. This test involves partners Ford, Kia, and Wallbox, with initial participation from bidirectional-capable EVs like the Ford F-150 Lightning and Kia EV9. The demonstration commenced last month and aims to strengthen grid reliability by using EVs as backup power sources during peak electricity deman...
    Stellantis expands Tesla Supercharger access for BEV customers in North America
    Stellantis has significantly expanded the fast-charging coverage for its battery-electric vehicle (BEV) customers across North America. Stellantis BEV customers now have access to over 27,500 Tesla Supercharger locations using the Free2move Charge app and a Free2move Charge North American Charging System (NACS)-CCS1 DC adapter. This expansion enables easier long-distance travel and everyday charging for owners of Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Maserati BEVs. This development is a significant mi...
    Pennsylvania invests $9 million in EV charging stations under NEVI program
    Pennsylvania has announced a $9 million investment in electric vehicle charging stations through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The state has 30 charging stations, with 53 more planned or under construction. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has committed to funding 12 new charging stations along major roadways, building on the $54 million already invested across the state. The first NEVI-funded charging station in Pennsylvania was opened...
    Posco Future M and Molten partner on innovative graphite production from methane gas
    Posco Future M has announced a collaboration with US-based Molten Inc. to develop natural graphite anode materials from non-mined raw materials. This partnership, solidified through a memorandum of understanding signed on March 11 at COEX in Seoul, aims to utilize methane gas in the production process. The signing event featured key representatives from both organizations, including Hong Young-joon from POSCO Future M and Molten's CEO, Kevin Bush. This collaboration will enhance Posco Future ...
    HAAS Alert integrates Mobilidata into Safety Cloud across Belgium
    Mobilidata integration with Safety Cloud by HAAS Alert is now operational, providing real-time alerts from emergency vehicles to drivers across Flemish roads in Belgium. Starting March 19, 2026, users of Waze, Apple Maps and the Trafication app in Škoda vehicles will receive alerts for nearby ambulances, fire trucks and notifications regarding truck-mounted attenuators (TMAs). This integration follows the partnership announced in July 2025 between HAAS Alert and Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer (AWV...
    Trustonic and VicOne launch layered defense solution to boost automotive cybersecurity
    Trustonic and VicOne have announced an extension of their strategic partnership with the introduction of a new, sophisticated layered defense solution to enhance cybersecurity in the automotive sector. This collaboration integrates VicOne's xCarbon Intrusion Detection or Prevention System (IDS/IPS), which uses edge AI to process vehicle data into actionable insights, with Trustonic's Kinibi Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), aiming to improve threat detection and autonomous response at the ele...
    Brembo’s FY 2025 sales declines 3.6% year over year to €3.7 billion
    Brembo reported a 3.6% year-over-year decline in sales to €3.7 billion in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. On a like-for-like exchange rate basis, sales declined 1.6%. Lower sales impacted the company’s earnings, leading to a 7.4% year-over-year drop in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to €612.1 million, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 16.5% compared to 17.2% in 2024. Brembo also recorded a 14.5% year-over-year decline in EBIT t...
    BYD to invest $57 million in new automotive research and testing center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    BYD has announced plans to invest 300 million Brazilian real (nearly $57.1 million) in establishing a new automotive research and testing center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This initiative is designed to strengthen BYD’s presence in the Brazilian electric vehicle market and support the company’s broader international expansion. Construction of the facility is scheduled to begin toward the end of 2026, with operations expected to start in 2028. The center will be built on a site of more tha...
    Yokohama Rubber supplies ADVAN V61 tires for GAC Toyota's Wildlander SUV in mainland China
    Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its ADVAN V61 tires as original equipment for GAC Toyota Motor's new Wildlander gasoline and hybrid sport utility vehicle (SUV), launched in mainland China in November 2025. The tires, offered in 235/60R18103H size, are part of Yokohama Rubber's ADVAN brand and are positioned as premium SUV summer tires. The ADVAN V61 tires are designed to provide a blend of premium driving performance, fuel and energy efficiency, handling stability, and quie...
    Ford recalls nearly 850,000 Bronco and Edge vehicles due to camera module fault
    Ford Motor is recalling nearly 850,000 Ford Bronco and Edge vehicles in the US due to a fault in the accessory protocol interface module, which can overheat and cause the rearview camera image not to display properly. This issue increases the risk of a crash by reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle. The recall affects 2021–26 Ford Broncos and 2021–24 Ford Edges, totaling 849,310 vehicles. Ford will notify the affected vehicle owners on March 30. The automaker will fix th...
    Geely expands Nvidia partnership to accelerate AI-driven vehicles and autonomous mobility
    Geely Auto Group has expanded its strategic partnership with Nvidia to strengthen its capabilities in intelligent vehicles, autonomous driving and software-defined mobility, moving beyond a traditional hardware-supplier relationship. In the automotive domain, Geely’s G-ASD intelligent driving system will integrate Nvidia technologies, including Alpamayo, Cosmos and NuRec to enhance simulation, validation and development efficiency for advanced driver assistance and autonomous driv...
    WeRide partners with Elevate Slovakia to launch autonomous vehicle program
    WeRide has announced its entry into Slovakia through a strategic partnership with Elevate Slovakia to introduce autonomous vehicles (AVs) in the country, marking Slovakia's first AV program. This initiative marks Europe's inaugural large-scale, multi-product autonomous-driving commercial deployment and extends WeRide's presence to its fourth European market, following France, Belgium and Switzerland. With this move, WeRide expands its global presence to over 40 cities across 12 countries. Ele...
    Tier IV accelerates autonomous driving collaboration with Nvidia using Alpamayo and Cosmos
    Tier IV is enhancing its strategic collaboration with Nvidia to reshape Level 4 autonomous driving. This partnership involves incorporating Nvidia Alpamayo, which includes AI models, simulation frameworks and physical AI datasets, and Nvidia Cosmos, comprising open-world foundation models, guardrails and data processing libraries. These elements will be integrated into Autoware, Tier IV's open-source software for autonomous driving, and the Co-MLOps platform, a collaborative data platform design...
    AEye partners with Nvidia in Halos AI systems inspection lab for safety assurance
    AEye has announced its participation in the Nvidia Halos AI Systems Inspection Lab, an ANSI National Accreditation Board-accredited facility. This lab, developed by Nvidia, integrates functional safety, cybersecurity, AI and regulations into a comprehensive safety framework to guide the AI development life cycle, from design to deployment. The system includes hardware, software, AI models, and simulation tools to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with safety standards. Within this co...
    TotalEnergies adds 200 charging points in Camden, UK
    French energy company TotalEnergies has installed about 200 new electric vehicle charging points across 80 sites in Camden, UK, according to a Transport Energy news report published on March 18. The company has installed 170 new charge points, including 18 rapid charge points capable of delivering up to 100 kW of peak power. According to TotalEnergies, these newly installed EV chargers will be powered entirely by electricity generated from renewable energy sources. With the new installatio...
    Chery unveils all-new solid-state battery with 1500 km driving range
    Chery Automobile has introduced a new all-solid-state battery technology with a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers. The newly developed solid-state battery is slated for debut in the Chery Exeed ES8 model next year. The announcement was made at the 2026 Chery Battery Night, where the automaker launched its Rhino Battery series. The development follows BYD's launch of its next-generation Blade battery. Chery's pilot production line for solid-state batteries has developed cells with varying en...
    Suncar AG launches vehicle-side megawatt charging interface
    Megawatt charging is a crucial technology for advancing the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles and machines. While the focus is often on charging parks and megawatt charging stations, the implementation on the vehicle side is equally important. Suncar AG, a Switzerland-based company, aims to address this aspect by providing a DC fast-charging interface designed for use in vehicles to facilitate the integration of MCS-based megawatt charging technology. The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) i...
    Nano One advances LFP production capacity expansion at Candiac facility
    Nano One has provided an update on its lithium iron phosphate (LFP) production capacity expansion project at its Candiac, Quebec, facility. The project aims to increase production capacity by 800 metric tons per annum. As of now, detailed engineering work is progressing as planned, with a target completion date set for July. Major equipment purchase orders have been made with suppliers in France, Germany and other countries. The selection of vendors for the remaining major equipment packages ...
    V-Green invests 10 trillion dong for 99 super EV charging stations in Vietnam
    V-Green Global Charging Station Development Joint Stock Co. has announced a substantial investment of 10 trillion dong (approximately $380 million) to construct a network of 99 super electric vehicle charging stations in Vietnam. These stations, which will operate using 100% clean energy from wind and solar power, are designed to simultaneously charge up to 100 electric cars, each with a power capacity of 150 kilowatts, significantly reducing charging time to approximately 15 minutes. The pro...
    LG Energy Solution advances sulfur solid-state battery technology with high-capacity cathode material
    LG Energy Solution (LGES) has made advancements in sulfur solid-state battery technology by implementing a high-capacity battery using sulfur as a cathode material. On March 5, LGES announced the results of a joint study conducted with a research team led by Professor Shirley Meng at the University of Chicago, which were published in Nature Communications, an academic journal in the energy field. The researchers achieved high-energy storage performance by using sulfur as a cathode material, w...
    Eve Energy builds first prototypes of two new all-solid-state batteries in mainland China
    Eve Energy has successfully produced two new all-solid-state batteries named Longquan No. 3 and Longquan No. 4, marking a significant advancement in next-generation battery technology. These batteries were officially rolled out on March 17 at the company's facility in Chengdu, Sichuan province, in mainland China. The Longquan No. 3 is designed for consumer electronics, capable of operating in low-pressure environments below 2 megapascals (MPa) with high volumetric energy density. Meanwh...
    Deeproute.ai unveils 40B VLA Foundation Model at NVIDIA GTC 2026 for autonomous driving advancement
    At NVIDIA GTC 2026, DeepRoute.ai showcased its 40-billion-parameter Vision-Language-Action (VLA) Foundation Model architecture, marking a breakthrough in autonomous driving technology. This model integrates perception, reasoning, and action, allowing systems not only to drive but also to understand and assess their real-time decision-making. Having delivered its advanced autonomous systems to over 250,000 vehicles, DeepRoute.ai aims to equip 1 million vehicles with its solutions by the end ...
    Geely's G-ASD system gains certification under EU regulations for assisted driving
    Mainland Chinese automaker Geely's smart driving assistance system, known as G-ASD, has achieved certification under EU regulations for advanced assisted driving. This marks the first approval for mainland Chinese-made driving assistance technology in the EU. Geely Holding announced that cars equipped with G-ASD can now be sold in select EU countries without needing additional certification. The first vehicle using the G-ASD system is anticipated to be launched in Europe in June. Currently, t...
    Applied Intuition partners with NVIDIA to enhance Level 2+ driver assistance systems
    Applied Intuition has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to advance the development and deployment of Level 2+ advanced driver assistance systems for automotive manufacturers globally. This collaboration was revealed during NVIDIA GTC, with Applied Intuition named as a recommended software provider for original equipment manufacturers developing Level 2+ systems optimized for NVIDIA hardware. The company's ADAS stack is designed to work with NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin and the upcoming DRIV...
    Ionity opens two new EV charging sites in Scotland
    Ionity, a leading high-powered charging (HPC) network, has opened two new electric vehicle charging sites in the Scottish Highlands. The sites are situated near Fort William, close to Ben Nevis (Northwestern Scotland, UK), and in Inshes, Inverness. The Fort William site represents Ionity's 12th location in Scotland, following the opening of its 11th site in Inverness two weeks prior. This expansion aligns with the Scottish government's plans to develop high-powered EV infrastructure...
    Polestar secures $300 million in new equity investments
    Polestar announced March 16 that it has secured $300 million in equity investments from a group of purchasers, including Crédit Agricole CIB, Vida Finance SA, Innovator Ltd., and Proximastar Holdings Co. Ltd. As part of this arrangement, the purchasers have entered a put option deal with a subsidiary of Geely Sweden Holdings AB, allowing them an exit option with guaranteed returns in three years. These arrangements mirror previous equity financing agreements from December 2025 and February 2...
    Ionna expands EV charging network with automaker-backed loyalty programs and benefits
    Ionna, a high-speed charging network backed by eight automakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota — has opened 100 charging sites over a year and has 340 more in its pipeline. Currently operating just under 1,000 charging bays and with 3,700 more such charging facilities planned, Ionna has also launched new benefits for electric vehicle buyers from its funding automakers, such as a 10% discount for General Motors EVs on charging sessions. ...
    Toyota deploys Panasonic in-vehicle infotainment system in new RAV4
    Panasonic Automotive Systems has announced the debut of its in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system in Toyota Motor Corp.'s 2026 RAV4 vehicle. The platform aims to keep drivers connected, informed and entertained with features rooted in speed, personalization and future-ready technology. The system integrates with Arene, Toyota's software platform for development made by Woven by Toyota, as part of Panasonic's ongoing collaboration with Toyota to support software-defined vehicle (SDV) adoption...
    Amazon collaborates with NVIDIA on advanced AI assistants for cars
    Amazon is collaborating with NVIDIA on a new solution that will enable automakers to integrate Amazon’s Alexa Custom Assistant (ACA) with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX automotive computing platform, along with a wide range of AI models, to process user requests directly within the vehicle. Alexa Custom Assistant allows original equipment manufacturers to build their own branded voice assistants on top of Alexa+, while connecting custom AI agents to deliver tailored in-car experiences. The joint solu...
    Marelli partners with AWS to automate system test generation for software-defined vehicles
    Marelli has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to develop a next-generation, AI-driven System Test Generation (STG) Agent. This advancement automates the generation of system test cases from engineering system requirements, a critical and labor-intensive step in the validation process. As vehicle platforms become increasingly software-defined, engineering teams face the challenge of managing large volumes of requirements and data while ensuring consistency and traceability. The STG Agent, ...
    Aumovio FY 2025 earnings come under pressure amid 5.6% year-over-year decline in sales to €18.5 billion
    Aumovio, which started operations as a public, independent company after its spinoff from Continental in 2025, has released its results for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. Full-year sales declined 5.6% year over year to €18.5 billion amid challenging business environments in key markets, including Europe and China. Adjusted for changes in the scope of consolidation and foreign exchange effects, the company's organic sales declined by 2.5% compared to 2024. L...
    Bosch and Tata AutoComp agree to establish JV to produce electric axles and traction motors in India
    Bosch Ltd., the Indian subsidiary of Germany-based leading automotive supplier Robert Bosch GmbH, has announced a joint venture with Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd., a major auto parts supplier owned by the Tata Group, to manufacture electric axles (e-axles) and electric traction motors in India. The board of directors of Bosch Ltd. has already approved the proposed JV. The agreement is expected to be finalized by March 23, pending regulatory approvals. The JV will be formed as...
    Yokohama Rubber closes Salem tire manufacturing plant in US
    On March 18, Yokohama Rubber closed its Salem tire manufacturing plant in Virginia, US. Initially, the Japanese tiremaker planned to reduce production at the plant, starting in March and considering closure in July. However, the company changed its plan and opted for an earlier closure following discussions with the plant's labor union. Despite the closure, Yokohama does not anticipate any supply disruptions. The company's US subsidi...
    Samvardhana Motherson completes acquisition of Yutaka Autoparts India
    On March 16, Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd. (SMIL) announced that it had completed the acquisition of Yutaka Autoparts India Private Ltd. (YAIPL), making YAIPL a wholly owned subsidiary of SMIL. This development was disclosed to the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Ltd. under regulatory requirements. The transaction was concluded upon fulfillment of all conditions outlined in the Share Purchase Agreement, signed March 11, 2026. The acquisition of YAIPL is part of a broa...
    Exicom inaugurates advanced manufacturing facility in Hyderabad to boost EV infrastructure
    Exicom Tele-Systems Ltd. inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Hyderabad on March 16, making a significant capital investment in India's power electronics sector. The plant, constructed at a cost of 2.16 billion rupees (approximately $23.3 million), covers 280,000 square feet of built-up area on a total land footprint of 18.4 acres. It is projected to generate over 750 jobs in the region. It enhances Exicom's production capacity by 2.5 times, serving both domestic and export markets. ...
    General Motors and LG Energy Solution shift Tennessee plant to produce energy storage batteries
    General Motors (GM) and LG Energy Solution are converting an electric vehicle battery plant in Tennessee, US, to produce batteries for energy storage systems. This transition is through their joint venture, Ultium Cells, which will recall 700 previously laid-off workers to begin lithium iron phosphate battery production in the second quarter. The layoffs, which affected workers in Tennessee and Ohio, were initially due to reduced EV sales, impacting operations until mid-2026. The shift toward...
    TU Braunschweig inaugurates new facilities for sustainable battery production
    On March 6, Technische Universität (TU) Braunschweig inaugurated three new facilities at the Battery Labfactory Braunschweig (BLB) research center to advance innovative and sustainable battery production processes. This initiative strengthens the BLB+ regional network's role in industry-oriented research for sustainable battery production and was funded with over €10 million from Germany's Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR). The project focuses on pioneering battery...
    Windrose and Autel Europe validate Megawatt Charging System in the Netherlands
    Windrose and Autel Europe have successfully validated a real-world Megawatt Charging System (MCS) charging session at a Mega Charging Hub in Roosendaal, the Netherlands, marking an operational validation of charging under the MCS standard in live site conditions. This setup combines three MaxiCharger DS480 high-power charging cabinets into a 1,440-kilowatt system, paired with the MaxiCharger DT1500 MCS-enabled dispenser, capable of delivering up to 1.2 megawatts through the MCS interface. The sy...
    RAW Charging partners with Landsec to build largest destination EV charging hub in the UK
    RAW Charging has partnered with Landsec to establish the UK's largest destination electric vehicle charging hub at Bluewater. The initiative is part of a £24.5 million national rollout in popular retail destinations. The initiative aims to deliver 1,000 new charging bays across 28 Landsec locations, including Bluewater, Gunwharf Quays, White Rose Shopping Centre and Brighton Marina. Some sites are already operational. The planned EV charging network is designed to meet customer dem...
    BYD plans to roll out 1,500-kW flash chargers in Europe
    Leading mainland Chinese automaker BYD plans to introduce its first set of flash-charging stations outside of mainland China. These new-generation flash chargers are capable of providing up to 1,500 kilowatts to a single electric vehicle. The installation of these high-power charging stations is slated to begin in the coming weeks with the launch of the updated Denza Z9GT model in Europe. The said EV model will debut in Paris on April 8. The BYD Denza Z9GT is powered by the company's ...
    Hyundai and NVIDIA enhance partnership for autonomous driving from Level 2 to Level 4
    Hyundai Motor Group and NVIDIA are enhancing their strategic partnership to advance autonomous driving technologies, progressing from Level 2 driver assistance to Level 4 robo-taxi capabilities. Hyundai announced that the collaboration will involve combining Hyundai Motor and Kia's software-defined vehicle capabilities with NVIDIA's AI-driven technologies to develop next-generation autonomous solutions. Initially, NVIDIA's Level 2+ systems, which provide enhanced driver assistance requiring...
    WeRide showcases Robotaxi GXR at NVIDIA GTC 2026, targets Southeast Asian markets with Grab partnership
    WeRide showcased its Robotaxi GXR at NVIDIA GTC 2026, marking an expansion of its global presence. The company aims to introduce this vehicle across Southeast Asian markets, capitalizing on its strategic partnership with Grab, a ride-hailing app in the region and a WeRide shareholder. The Robotaxi GXR is designed for complex urban environments typical of Southeast Asia, utilizing the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform powered by the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor system-on-chip, integrated into WeRide's HPC ...
    Hyundai stops sales, recalls some 2026 Palisade SUVs after fatal incident
    Hyundai is recalling over 60,000 of its 2026 Palisade sport utility vehicles, specifically the Limited and Calligraphy trim levels, due to issues with power-folding seats. The recall comes after an incident involving the death of a 2-year-old girl in Ohio, US, which is under investigation. Hyundai advises owners to avoid using the power seat buttons and ensure the area is clear before operation, as the second- and third-row power seats may not properly detect contact with an occupant or object, ...
    NVIDIA partners with BYD, Geely, Isuzu and Nissan to develop Level 4 vehicles
    BYD, Geely, Isuzu and Nissan are advancing their development of Level 4 autonomous vehicles on the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform. NVIDIA plans to launch full-stack robo-taxis with Uber across 28 markets by 2028, starting in Los Angeles and San Francisco by mid-2027. Companies such as Bolt, Grab, Lyft and Tier IV are utilizing the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion to expand their robo-taxi development globally. NVIDIA Halos OS has introduced a unified safety architecture, providing a production-ready safety...
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