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    The evolving landscape of automotive startups
    The automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by rapid technological advancements. At the forefront of this evolution are mobility startups, which are pioneering innovations across domains such as software-defined vehicles (SDVs), autonomous driving and battery technologies. S&P Global Mobility recently published the "AutoTechInsight Mobility Startups Report - H1 2025," highlighting the major trends in the automotive startup ecosystem, by analyzing data from appro...
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    Ford’s bold bid for the next big thing
    How cars are built and the concept of the moving assembly line are culturally ingrained in the automotive industry. Every now and again, the automotive industry goes through phases of trying to do things differently. Ford is the latest in a long line of automakers to try and innovate. Electrification, the rise of Tesla, the often best-in-class levels set by mainland Chinese original equipment manufacturers for digital vehicle attributes, and ever-increasing and accelerating new vehicle prices...
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    “We’re building one of India’s first EV charging hubs with off-grid solar plant and battery energy storage system (BESS) in Gujarat,” Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO, ChargeZone
    Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO, ChargeZone spoke to Amit Panday, Senior Research Analyst, S&P Global Mobility, on a wide range of topics, including the growing EV adoption in India and its impact on capacity utilization of its existing EV charging infrastructure. While the capital-intensive EV charging infrastructure business is facing heat globally amid a slowdown in the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), Hariyani, a Stanford alumnus and an electrical engineer at heart, fir...
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    Antolin expands in Southeast Asia with new plants in Thailand and Indonesia
    Automotive interior supplier Antolin is expanding its presence in Southeast Asia by opening two new manufacturing plants in Thailand and Indonesia. The expansion is part of the Spain-based supplier’s strategy for geographic diversification, optimizing its industrial footprint and supporting electric mobility. The new facility in Thailand is strategically located to serve global original equipment manufacturers, focusing on electrification projects in markets such as Vietnam, Malaysia and Indon...
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    Ashok Leyland plans to invest in manufacturing batteries, partners with China’s CALB Group
    Ashok Leyland, a leading Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer and part of the Hinduja Group, has announced plans to invest in the development and manufacture of next-generation batteries for both automotive and non-automotive applications, including energy storage systems. As part of this initiative, Ashok Leyland has formed a long-term exclusive partnership with the CALB Group, a leading battery technology company from mainland China. The agreement was signed by Ashok Leyland's Managing Di...
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    Indian tax panel suggests higher levies on luxury EVs
    An Indian tax panel has recommended significant increases in levies on luxury electric vehicles priced above $46,000, as indicated by a government document, according to a report by Reuters dated Sept. 2. This proposal is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's broader effort to reform India's tax system and encourage the purchase of domestic goods amid strained trade relations with the US. The panel proposed raising the goods and services tax (GST) for EVs priced between 2 million rupees and ...
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    Ashok Leyland partners with CALB for domestic EV battery production in India
    Ashok Leyland, India's third-largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced its plan to invest more than 50 billion rupees (about $571.4 million) in domestic electric vehicle battery production. This investment will be distributed over the next 7 to 10 years. The company aims to supply the batteries to its EV unit, Switch, as well as to other automakers and for energy storage purposes. Ashok Leyland will also be partnering with mainland China's CALB, a globally recognized EV battery manuf...
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    Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries plans to launch battery gigafactory in Gujarat in 2026
    Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries (RIL) is intensifying its focus on clean energy, with plans to launch a mega battery production facility by 2026, develop a solar electricity project that exceeds the size of Singapore, and achieve 3 million metric tons of green hydrogen capacity by 2032. During the company's 48th annual general meeting (AGM), Anant Ambani, executive director of RIL, highlighted the company's efforts to build the world's most integrated new-energy ecosystem encompassing...
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    LG Energy Solution partners with Kim Long Motors to supply electric bus battery
    LG Energy Solution has signed a memorandum of understanding with Kim Long Motors, a Vietnamese automotive subsidiary of Phu Tai Group, to supply cylindrical battery cells for electric buses. Announced Aug. 28, the deal involves approximately 1 GWh of battery supply and is part of LG Energy Solution's strategy to expand its presence in Asian emerging markets. The batteries, believed to be LG Energy Solution's 46-series, are noted for their high output and capacity, making them suitable for lon...
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    FPT Retail partners with V-Green to install VinFast chargers across Vietnam
    V-Green, a developer of a global electric vehicle charging network, will collaborate with FPT Retail to install VinFast electric car chargers and electric motorbike battery-swap stations at FPT Shop outlets across Vietnam. This initiative will be executed through franchise or leased space arrangements. On Aug. 26, FPT Retail signed a memorandum of understanding with V-Green JSC, aiming to establish this network by 2025. It plans to start operations in November, optimizing installations based ...
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    Mercedes-Benz Malaysia partners with Power-Up by Nazamax for mobile EV charging service
    Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has partnered with Power-Up (P.UP) by Nazamax Malaysia to introduce mobile electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This collaboration aims to provide a more convenient and seamless EV ownership experience by offering an on-demand mobile charging service that delivers power directly to customers' locations. The service uses up to 120-kWh DC fast chargers, allowing for quick recharging without requiring the vehicle owner's presence. Edmin Naidoo, vice president of Custo...
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    Cambodia reduces road tax and charging fees to boost EV adoption
    Cambodia has implemented a reduction in road tax for electric vehicles, including small four-door cargo and passenger vehicles, in an effort to promote EV adoption in the country. The new road tax rates are determined by the age of the vehicle. Users of new vehicles will pay between $25 and $200, whereas those with vehicles at least 10 years old will incur fees between $15 and $50. This change stems from the Ministry of Economy and Finance's announcement and aligns with the National Policy on...
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    BYD avoids EU tariffs by exporting EVs from its Thailand-based manufacturing plant
    Mainland Chinese automaker BYD has begun exporting electric vehicles produced at its manufacturing plant in Thailand to Europe, marking a first for the company. Over 900 units of the BYD Dolphin have been shipped to Germany, Belgium and the UK. These vehicles departed from Thailand aboard a BYD vessel named BYD Zhengzhou, which is making its first journey from Thailand to Europe. The BYD factory in Rayong, Thailand, which has been operational since July 2024, is the company's first fully-o...
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    Japanese automaker Suzuki to invest $8 billion in India, rolls out first locally produced EVs
    Japan's Suzuki Motor plans to invest 700 billion rupees (about $8 billion) in India over the next five to six years. This investment coincides with the commencement of Suzuki's first electric vehicle production in the subcontinent. Through its majority stake in Maruti Suzuki, the Japanese automaker already manufactures 17 models in India for export to about 100 countries, including Japan. India will now serve as the global production hub for Suzuki's electric cars. Following the investment...
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    Exponent Energy unveils 15-minute EV charging station with innovative design and features
    Exponent Energy, a Bengaluru-based energy-tech startup, has introduced its next-generation 15-minute electric vehicle charging station. The newly redesigned station focuses on addressing challenges related to space, usability and battery performance in EV charging. The P4 charging station features a slim, wall-style design that is only 400 mm wide and runs along the length of the vehicle, optimizing space in busy urban areas. The station is equipped with floating cables supported by a 3-axis ...
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    BMW India crosses 5,000 EV deliveries; unveils 4,000-km charging corridor
    BMW Group India has reached a significant milestone by delivering over 5,000 electric cars, making it the first luxury-car maker in India to achieve this feat. To celebrate this achievement, BMW inaugurated a 4,000-km high-power charging corridor stretching from North to South India. This corridor features charging stations every 300 km, covering major cities and national highways, and is open to electric vehicle customers from all brands. The initiative is part of BMW's commitment to e-mobility...
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    Macquarie Asset Management raises $405 million for fleet electrification solutions platform Vertelo
    Macquarie Asset Management has raised $405 million for Vertelo, a fleet electrification solutions platform in India, with contributions from investors including Green Climate Fund (GCF), Macquarie Green Energy Transition Solutions Fund, Allianz Global Investors and Australian Ethical. Of the total amount, $205 million comes from institutional investors, while the remaining $200 million is concessional capital from the GCF, the anchor investor. This partnership, blending commercial and develop...
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    Indian battery-maker Amara Raja to invest additional 2 billion rupees in lithium-ion cell project
    Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Ltd. plans to invest an additional 12 billion rupees (approximately $137 million) in its lithium-ion (Li-ion) cell manufacturing project, bringing the total investment for a 1-GWh capacity plant to 24 billion rupees by the financial year 2027. The company aims to start production by the end of the financial year 2027 at its plant in Telangana, India, through its New Energy Business unit, Amara Raja Advanced Technologies. The plant will initially produce cells ...
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    Rane Holdings invests $5.7 million in Rane Steering Systems for growth and operational needs
    Indian supplier Rane Holdings Ltd. has invested an additional 500 million rupees (about $5.7 million) in its wholly owned subsidiary, Rane Steering Systems Private Ltd., to support its operational and capital expenditure requirements and potential future growth. The investment was made through the allotment of 2 million equity shares priced at 250 rupees each, raising Rane Steering Systems' paid-up capital from 179 million rupees to 199 million rupees. Despite the increased funding, Rane Stee...
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    Tata Technologies unveils digital battery passport WATTSync for supply chain transparency and compliance
    Tata Technologies has introduced WATTSync, a digital battery passport solution aimed at aiding manufacturers in meeting forthcoming regulatory requirements and enhancing supply chain transparency across all stages from mining to recycling. This cloud-based platform captures and validates battery data across its life cycle, providing real-time insights into materials, performance metrics, carbon footprint and recovery status. WATTSync seamlessly integrates with existing PLM, MES, ERP and cloud...
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    U Power, SAIC Hongyan, Unex EV partner to offer battery-swapping solutions for electric heavy trucks in Thailand
    U Power Ltd., an AI-powered solutions provider for energy grids and transportation systems, has announced a partnership with SAIC Hongyan Automotive Co. Ltd. and Unex EV BV to introduce battery-swapping compatible electric heavy trucks in Thailand. This collaboration, outlined in a memorandum of understanding, plans to deploy 3,000 electric heavy-duty tractors for long-haul use and 1,200 port-specific short-distance trucks to promote green transportation. The partnership will potentially exte...
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    Aptiv inaugurates new technical center in India for vehicle software and ADAS development
    Aptiv has commissioned a new technical center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, to focus on developing software-defined vehicle (SDV) solutions for the Indian market, Autocar Professional reported Aug. 18. The new technical center is part of Aptiv’s planned $60 million investment, which also includes capacity expansion at its Chennai plant in 2024. The 34,000-square-foot facility will initially employ nearly 300 engineers, with plans to expand to over 500 by 2026, facilitat...
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    WeRide founder and CEO Tony Han steering committee on autonomous vehicles in Singapore
    WeRide announced that its Founder and CEO Tony Han has been invited by the Singaporean government to join the steering committee on autonomous vehicles, China Daily reported Aug. 13. This committee includes leaders from various sectors such as autonomous vehicles, public transport and union representatives, as well as government bodies, to oversee the rollout of autonomous vehicles in Singapore. WeRide and Waymo are the only international enterprises on the committee. Han will play a significant...
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    Mahindra & Mahindra unveils modular multi-energy NU_IQ SUV platform
    Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has announced the upcoming launch of its new-generation sport utility vehicles starting in 2027. These vehicles will be based on the NU_IQ platform, which features M&M's Heartcore design philosophy and is engineered for both India and international markets. The platform supports multiple powertrains (petrol, diesel and electric) and configurations, including front-wheel-drive (FWD), all-wheel-drive (AWD), left-hand-drive (LHD) and right-h...
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    Apollo Tyres to launch new tire testing facility in Finland by December
    Indian tiremaker Apollo Tyres Ltd. announced plans to open a new outdoor tire testing facility in Ivalo, Finland, dedicated to assessing winter and all-season tires. The facility, being developed in partnership with UTAC, a global provider of automotive testing and certification services, is expected to become operational by December 2025. Situated within UTAC's proving grounds, the new facility will include specialized infrastructure and dedicated test tracks tailored for real-world winter a...
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    Tesla opens EV charging hub in the city of Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
    Tesla has inaugurated a newly developed electric vehicle charging hub in the city of Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia. The company said the new charging site is the largest EV charging hub in the southern hemisphere.  The new Goulburn Supercharger station, located near the Big Merino landmark, includes 20 high-speed EV charging stalls. The facility aims to alleviate congestion on the busy route between Sydney and Canberra and complements Tesla's existing EV charging ne...
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    Force Motors launches AI-powered platform for fleet intelligence and predictive diagnostics
    Force Motors Ltd. has introduced Force iPulse, a next-generation connected vehicle platform that offers advanced operational intelligence and vehicle life-cycle management. Developed with Intangles, the platform incorporates state-of-the-art AI and hybrid analytics to enhance fleet operations. The platform, part of Project DigiForce, provides real-time insights, predictive diagnostics, and improved driver comfort and safety. It continuously analyzes vehicular data to offer predictive insights, e...
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    Tesla installs first supercharger in India at Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex
    US electric-car maker Tesla has recently installed its first supercharger in India at the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, Maharashtra, following the launch of the Tesla Model Y. The newly installed dedicated Tesla charging station, located at the P1 Parking of One BKC in Mumbai, comprises four DC fast chargers capable of up to 250 kW each and four AC chargers rated at 11 kW. Only Tesla vehicles are permitted to use these chargers, though there may be potential for other electric cars to...
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    Mobec Innovation advances India's shift to sustainable EV solutions and battery recycling
    Harry Bajaj, the founder and CEO of Mobec Innovation Pvt. Ltd., based in Noida, India, is investing in various strategies to facilitate India's shift from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles. Mobec describes itself as India's first comprehensive service provider of customizable mobile EV charging solutions and energy storage systems. The company is also involved in lithium-ion and EV battery recycling and refurbishment. In Noida, Mobec has developed processes to rec...
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    India builds a network of more than 29,000 EV charging stations
    India achieved a major milestone in electric mobility with 29,277 public electric vehicle charging stations installed nationwide, according to the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Karnataka emerged as the leading state with 6,097 public charging stations, followed by Maharashtra with 4,155 and Uttar Pradesh with 2,326. Tier-2 cities also significantly contributed to the expansion, hosting 4,625 charging stations as of April 2025. The country's EV charging infrastructure has grown nearly fivef...
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    ZF begins production of electric parking brake system in India
    German supplier ZF began production of its electric parking brake (EPB) system in India for the passenger vehicle sector, Autocar Professional reported July 31. The EPB system is being integrated into a new electric vehicle platform developed by an Indian original equipment manufacturer. This marks ZF's first introduction of this technology in India's passenger car market. As part of this collaboration, the company anticipates supplying several thousand units over the coming ...
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    JSW Motors and KPIT Technologies partner for new-energy vehicle development in India
    JSW Motors and KPIT Technologies have announced a strategic partnership, focusing on the development of software and digital solutions for JSW Motors' new-energy vehicles portfolio. This collaboration aims to leverage KPIT Technologies' extensive expertise in software and systems development, showcasing its experience from over 2,000 global vehicle production programs, including software-defined vehicle programs. The partnership is intended to redefine the future of mobility in India, enhance cu...
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    Plugzmart introduces Relay for enhanced multinetwork EV charger connectivity
    Plugzmart, an Indian Institute Of Technology-Madras (IIT Madras) incubated firm, has launched Relay, a pioneering multi-charging management system (multi-CMS) electric vehicle charging platform. This new platform enhances charger connectivity by enabling interactions with multiple networks simultaneously, thereby increasing uptime and accessibility. Relay allows EV users to access chargers via any app or network in real time, overcoming the current limitation where a charger is tied to a si...
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    V-Green and Green GSM partner with MERALCO to boost EV infrastructure in the Philippines
    V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corp. (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Co. (Green GSM Philippines) have formed a strategic partnership with Manila Electric Co. (MERALCO) to enhance electric vehicle infrastructure in the Philippines. This collaboration is geared toward promoting green transportation and advancing the EV ecosystem in the country through the development of electric taxi services and a public charging station network. The agreement involves join...
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    TNGECL to establish 500 EV charging stations across Tamil Nadu, India
    Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corp. Ltd. (TNGECL) plans to establish 500 electric vehicle charging stations throughout the Indian state of Tamil Nadu as part of efforts to promote EVs and reduce pollution in the state. Recently, TNGECL signed a memorandum of understanding with the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) for technical support. A team from TNGECL and ITDP visited New Delhi to study the city's EV model, focusing on its policies, infrastructure and strategies fo...
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    Thailand revises EV incentive packages to boost EV production and exports
    Thailand's National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee (EV Board) has approved changes to the EV3 and EV3.5 incentive packages to promote the country as an export hub for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The revisions, proposed by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), include a rule where one vehicle produced for export counts as 1.5 vehicles, potentially boosting electric vehicle exports to approximately 12,500 units in 2025 and about 52,000 in 2026. Additionally, the EV Board has extende...
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    Exide to invest $11.5 million in wholly owned subsidiary EESL to fund Bangalore-based battery-cell plant
    Exide Industries Ltd. (EIL) has made a substantial investment of 1 billion rupees (about $11.5 million) in its fully owned subsidiary, Exide Energy Solutions Ltd. (EESL), through a rights issue. This latest investment increases EIL's total equity investment in EESL to 37 billion rupees while maintaining a 100% shareholding in the subsidiary. EESL, founded in March 2022, is leading Exide Industries' efforts in the lithium-ion battery segment by manufacturing and selling battery cells, modules ...
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    ARENA allocates A$44.9M to Calix for zero-emissions steel technology demo plant
    The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has pledged A$44.9 million to support Calix in constructing a demonstration plant utilizing its Zero Emissions Steel Technology (ZESTY). This plant, powered by renewable electricity and hydrogen, aims to produce up to 30,000 metric tons of low-carbon hydrogen direct reduced iron (HDRI) and hot briquetted iron (HBI) annually, marking a significant step toward cleaner steel production. ZESTY incorporates Calix's proprietary Flash Calciner technolog...
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    Xpeng commences local production operations in Indonesia
    Xpeng has commenced its first overseas localized production in Indonesia, announcing at the 2025 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show the delivery of its first locally assembled Xpeng X9 multipurpose vehicle. This marks the beginning of Xpeng's global localization production strategy. The company employs the completely knocked down (CKD) approach, where components are imported and assembled locally. Alongside the X9, Xpeng also displayed its flying car, the G6 sport utility vehicle...
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    IIT Guwahati develops eco-friendly bamboo composite for automotive applications
    Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati in India have developed an eco-friendly composite material using "Bambusa tulda," a bamboo species from Northeast India, combined with biodegradable polymers. This composite, characterized by high strength, thermal stability, low moisture absorption and cost-effectiveness, presents a viable alternative to conventional plastics in automotive interiors. Led by Poonam Kumari, this development not only tackles plastic waste issues bu...
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    DENSO plans to invest $28.9 million in new motor generator plant in India
    DENSO Corp. will invest 2.5 billion rupees (about $28.9 million) to establish a motor generator manufacturing plant in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, India. The new plant will produce components crucial for hybrid and electric vehicles, reflecting DENSO's dedication to sustainable mobility and clean technology. The announcement came after a strategic meeting between DENSO's leadership and a delegation from Uttar Pradesh, led by Principal Secretary of Infrastructure & Indust...
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    Minda Corp. partners with Qualcomm to develop smart cockpit systems for Indian market
    Minda Corp. Ltd., the flagship company of the India-based Spark Minda Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Qualcomm Technologies to develop innovative smart cockpit systems tailored for the Indian automotive market, Techcircle reported July 23. As part of the collaboration, Minda will design advanced cockpit platforms leveraging Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Cockpit Platform. These next-generation platforms are designed to elevate in-car digital experiences by providing superior disp...
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    WM Motor to resume production with Xiangfei Auto's support after liquidity crisis
    WM Motor, a Chinese electric vehicle startup established in 2015, is set to resume production in August with the support of its investor Xiangfei Auto. Information from a Chinese tech media outlet, MingJin Pro, published on July 14, indicated that WM Motor and Xiangfei Auto will restart mass production of the EX5 and E5 EV models at WM Motor's facility in Wenzhou, Zhejiang province. This decision follows a liquidity crisis that led to halted operations in the second half of 2022. Subsequently, a...
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    Kazam plans IPO with a focus on expanding EV charging in India
    Electric vehicle charging platform Kazam plans to go public within the next three to five years, targeting revenue of 1 billion rupees (about $12 million) and break-even EBITDA by fiscal year 2025–26. According to Akshay Shekhar, co-founder and CEO, the company closed fiscal year 2024 with 480 million rupees in revenue and a 25% loss in EBITDA, resulting in a loss from approximately 100 million rupees to 120 million rupees. Supported by a recent $6.7 million raise from the World Bank Grou...
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    U Power inaugurates Southeast Asia's first smart battery-swapping station in Thailand
    U Power Ltd., a provider of AI-powered solutions for next-generation energy grids and intelligent transportation systems, has inaugurated Southeast Asia's first operational smart battery-swapping station in Phuket Island, Thailand. This development comes after the company's May delivery of the region's first battery-swapping compatible taxi fleet. The Thailand Station, a result of U Power's joint venture with Susco Public Co. Ltd., is the first fully operational 24/7 smart battery-swapping st...
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    RACV partners with EVX for kerbside EV charging solutions in Victoria
    RACV has partnered with EVX to introduce kerbside electric vehicle charging solutions in Victoria, Australia. Through this collaboration, RACV Commercial Energy Solutions plans to install up to 40 dual EVX chargers across the state, with initial installations at High Street and Warner Avenue in Ashburton expected to be operational soon. Subsequent installations will target the city of Port Phillip, city of Stonnington and city of Yarra. This initiative is part of a broader network expans...
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    Tata Electronics and Bosch collaborate on semiconductor manufacturing
    According to a press release on July 17, Tata Electronics and Robert Bosch GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate in the electronics and semiconductor industries. The agreement was signed by Randhir Thakur, CEO and managing director of Tata Electronics, and Dirk Kress, executive vice president of Semiconductor Operations at Robert Bosch GmbH. The collaboration will focus on chip packaging and manufacturing at Tata Electronics' forthcoming assembly and test unit in...
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    Evro and Shell Pilipinas partner to integrate Shell Recharge into e-mobility network
    Evro, the Philippines' first brand-agnostic e-mobility service provider (eMSP), has partnered with Shell Pilipinas Corp. to integrate Shell Recharge stations into the Evro network, marking the first roaming integration between major charge-point operators (CPOs) in the country. This collaboration enables seamless access to Shell's strategically located chargers and other networks through a single platform. The partnership was formally launched with a ceremonial signing on July 10 at Boni...
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    CEAT plans $52.2 million investment to expand Chennai tire plant capacity in India
    The board of directors of India-based tiremaker CEAT Ltd. has unanimously approved a capital expenditure of 4.5 billion rupees (about $52.2 million) for its Chennai plant in Tamil Nadu, India, Autocar Professional reported July 17. The investment will help the plant ramp up the production capacity of passenger car and utility vehicle (PCUV) tires by about 35%. The Indian tiremaker, part of the RPG Group, expects strong growth in demand for PCU...
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    Sona Comstar partners mainland China’s Jinnaite Machinery to produce driveline systems
    Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd., also known as Sona Comstar, announced July 20 that its board of directors has approved the establishment of a joint venture in mainland China with Jinnaite Machinery Co. Ltd. This partnership aims to manufacture and supply driveline systems and components to automotive original equipment manufacturers both in Greater China and globally. Under the agreement terms, Sona Comstar will invest $12 million, securing 60% equity in the JV, while Jinnaite Machinery wil...
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    EVERTA plans to produce EV chargers in India
    EVERTA plans to commence DC charger manufacturing operations in India, with a production facility in Bengaluru that is set to become operational in the third quarter of 2025. EVERTA projects an annual production capacity of 3,000 DC chargers by 2027 and aims to grab a 15% market share in India's DC charging segment by 2030. The electric vehicle charger production facility is expected to produce chargers with capacities ranging from 60kW to 320kW, catering to a variety of EVs, inc...
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    City Energy launches app-free EV charging across Singapore, Malaysia
    City Energy's electric vehicle charging division, Go by City Energy, has launched Singapore's first app-free EV charging experience called AutoCharge. This system allows EV drivers to charge their vehicles by simply plugging them in, eliminating the need for QR codes or continuous app logins after an initial setup on the Go by City Energy app. This initiative, aimed at enhancing convenience and promoting green mobility, is part of City Energy's efforts to contribute to Singapore's sustainable fu...
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    Pioneer India launches locally-produced Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System
    Pioneer India has launched its Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System, alongside securing its first original equipment manufacturer customer in the Indian market, Autocar Professional reported July 15. This milestone marks the inaugural use of Pioneer's camera technology by an Indian automaker, furthering the company's regional expansion strategy. The 360° Surround View Camera System offers drivers a comprehensive bird's-eye view of their vehicle's surroundings, utilizing four hig...
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    BHP signs memorandum of understanding with BYD to explore battery, flash-charging solutions
    BHP has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with FinDreams Battery Co. Ltd. (FDB), a wholly owned subsidiary of the BYD Group known for manufacturing and selling battery systems for commercial vehicles, power batteries and energy storage. The collaboration aims to address Scope 1 and 2 emissions by exploring existing and emerging technologies for BHP's operations. Specifically, BHP and FDB will assess powertrain battery solutions for heavy mining equipment and locomotives, along with t...
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    CATL, BHP sign agreement to explore battery technologies to advance sustainable mining
    CATL has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with BHP Group to collaborate on battery technology and electrification projects. The collaboration will cover the development of batteries for mining equipment and locomotives, and the exploration of rapid charging infrastructure and energy storage systems for BHP's mining applications. Additionally, the partnership aims to investigate battery recycling options. CATL, recognized globally for its new energy technologies, is focused on buildi...
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    Pro-net partners with Amtel for sustainable disposal of EV batteries in Malaysia
    Pro-net, a subsidiary of Malaysia's national automaker Proton, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Amtel Cellular Sdn. Bhd. to manage the sustainable disposal of electric vehicle batteries. This partnership focuses on the transportation, disassembly and eco-friendly disposal of EV batteries, enabling their materials to be recycled for new battery manufacturing and energy storage solutions. This aligns with the vision of creating a sustainable, circular economy by recovering and reusing...
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    U Power partners with NV Gotion for EV battery solutions in Southeast Asia
    In a press release dated July 9, U Power Ltd. announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with NV Gotion Co. Ltd., a recognized player in new-energy battery manufacturing. This partnership aims to deploy swapping-enabled electric vehicle batteries and develop battery-bank solutions for compatible EVs in Thailand and the Southeast Asia region. The collaboration will focus on creating battery modules and packs for various EV types, including two- and three-wheelers, p...
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    The government of Western Australia commissions one of largest electric bus charging hubs in Perth
    The Malaga depot is undergoing a $12 million upgrade to become Western Australia's largest electric vehicle bus charging facility, supporting 110 electric buses. This upgrade involves the installation of solar panels, batteries and new charging infrastructure, with 16 chargers already in place and the rest to follow by the end of 2025. These electric buses can travel up to 300 km per charge, reducing CO2 emissions by about 40 metric tons annually. Electric buses have been introduced to suburb...
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    U Power enters Singapore with smart battery-swapping stations partnership
    U Power Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed provider of comprehensive electric vehicle battery-swapping solutions, signed an electric service provider (ESP) agreement to deploy its UOTTA smart battery-swapping stations in Singapore, according to a July 7 news release. The development marks U Power's official entry into the Singapore market, following a similar agreement in Macau in June. Under the agreement, U Power and its local ESP partner will promote the sale, installation and maintenance of the UOT...
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    Livium shifts focus to battery recycling for sustainable growth in 2026
    Livium Ltd., led by CEO Simon Linge, has outlined its strategic direction for long-term growth as it embarks on the 2026 financial year. The company is transitioning toward a recycling-centric business model with a primary focus on battery recycling, while the divisions of Battery Materials and Lithium Chemicals remain integral to its operations. The shift toward recycling large-format lithium-ion batteries has led to higher margins and improved efficiency, despite a decrease in overall recyc...
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    Zeekr plans Australia charging expansion mirroring Tesla's Supercharger network
    Zeekr, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, plans to establish its own charging network in Australia, similar to Tesla's Supercharger network. Zeekr already operates an extensive network of chargers across 183 cities in China and aims to differentiate itself in the Australian market by rolling out the Zeekr Power network locally. The company is exploring collaborations with equipment manufacturers, charger operators and electricity companies in Australia to achieve this goa...
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    Bridgestone sells carbon black business in Thailand to Tokai Carbon
    Bridgestone Corp. has reached an agreement to sell the carbon black business in Thailand, operated by the wholly owned subsidiary Bridgestone Carbon Black (Thailand) Co. Ltd., to Tokai Carbon Co. Ltd. and Thai Tokai Carbon Product Co. Ltd. According to the Japanese tiremaker, the divestment is its strategy to enhance its global business by “turning changes into opportunities” and focusing on “growth with quality.” Bridgestone aimed to improve its premium tire business by increa...
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    VinFast-backed V-Green opens largest EV charging hub in Hanoi, Vietnam
    V-Green has launched a new electric vehicle charging hub, which features the largest number of superfast charging piles installed at a single facility in Hanoi, Vietnam. The EV charging hub is located at the Minh Khai parking lot on Cau Dien street in Nam Tu Liem district. Notably, V-Green is a part of Vietnamese vehicle manufacturer VinFast Group. The unit was set up by the carmaker to invest in setting up EV charging infrastructure across the country.  Situated on a major road ...
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    RAA Charge establishes South Australia’s first border-to-border charging network
    Electric vehicle drivers in South Australia now have access to the state's first comprehensive EV charging network, known as RAA Charge. The EV charging network is developed by the Royal Automobile Association (RAA). This expansive network includes over 550 charging plugs spread across 144 sites, making it one of the largest in Australia. The implementation of this EV charging network was facilitated by a grant of A$12.35 million from the South Australian government, aiming to expedite the tr...
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    Enphase Energy launches IQ EV Charger 2 in Australia and New Zealand
    Enphase Energy, Inc. announced the launch of its latest product, the IQ EV Charger 2, in Australia and New Zealand. This smart charger is designed to integrate with Enphase's solar and battery systems or operate as a standalone unit. The charger features advanced energy management that enhances solar utilization, reduces energy costs and provides an efficient EV charging experience. The IQ EV Charger 2 prioritizes surplus solar energy for EV charging and incorporates automatic phase switching...
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    Hyundai plans to offer third-generation Creta SUV in India with hybrid powertrain option
    Hyundai is gearing up to introduce its third-generation Creta SUV, codenamed SX3, featuring a range of engine options, Autocar Professional reported on June 26. The popular midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) will offer four engine choices, including two petrol engines, one diesel engine and a petrol-hybrid engine. The hybrid variant will be equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder petrol engine, similar to the setup in the Kia Seltos. The lineup will include a 115hp, 1.5L petrol e...
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    Servotech to install 10 ultra-fast DC EV chargers in Bengaluru, India
    India-based supplier of EV charging solutions Servotech Renewable Power System Limited has received an order from Bengaluru International Airport Limited to install an EV charging station at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The planned EV charging facility will include 10 ultra-fast DC EV chargers, each offering a capacity of 240 kW, making it the largest EV charging hub for airside operations at an Indian airport, the company said.  The installation aims to enhance the ai...
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    Petaling Jaya City Council in Malaysia plans 1,000 EV chargers to boost green mobility
    The Petaling Jaya City Council (Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya [MBPJ]) in Malaysia is planning to install 1,000 electric vehicle chargers at strategic locations and public parking areas across Petaling Jaya in two phases. According to Petaling Jaya Mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon, this initiative is a part of the city's low-carbon urban development agenda and involves collaboration with green energy solution providers. The first phase aims to install 500 EV chargers, with the help of strategic p...
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    Mainland Chinese battery company EVE Energy files for public listing in Hong Kong
    EVE Energy, a leading mainland Chinese battery-maker, has filed for public listing in Hong Kong. It plans to utilize the proceeds to construct its production facilities in Hungary and Malaysia. Founded in 2001, EVE Energy was listed on the ChiNext stock market in Shenzhen, mainland China, in 2009. From its first public listing to Dec. 31, 2024, the company experienced a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 43.9% and a net income CAGR of 36.4%. EVE Energy specializes in consum...
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    CATL breaks ground on its JV battery plant in Indonesia
    Mainland Chinese battery-maker CATL has initiated the construction of a $6 billion battery manufacturing plant in Indonesia, according to a report by CnEVPost dated June 30. The project is a collaboration between CATL, Indonesia's state-owned Indonesia Battery Corp. and PT Aneka Tambang, located in Karawang regency, West Java province. The battery plant should have a capacity of 15 GWh per year, sufficient to power between 250,000 and 300,000 electric vehicles, according to Indonesian En...
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    Sona Comstar announces local rare earth magnet production in response to mainland China's export limits
    Sona Comstar, India's largest importer of rare earth magnets, plans to begin domestic production of critical components used in electric vehicles in response to mainland China's export restrictions. Mainland China is responsible for about 90% of global rare earth magnet production and has imposed export limitations as a countermeasure to US tariffs. Despite a recent agreement between the US and mainland China to expedite rare earth export approvals, many governments and companies are seekin...
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    StarCharge launches bidirectional DC charger in Australia to enhance energy systems
    StarCharge has introduced its Halo V2G bidirectional DC charger to the Australian market, marking a significant step in the country's shift toward a more dynamic energy system. This launch was announced during an industry event in Sydney, attended by various stakeholders, including utilities and government agencies. The Halo V2G, which took over two years to develop and test locally, is a next-generation bidirectional DC wallbox. It supports the ISO 15118-2 and ISO 15118-20 protocols and offe...
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    Thailand BOI pushes for more local content in EVs with fresh incentives
    The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved investment projects totaling 28.6 billion baht (approximately US$870 million) focused on digital infrastructure and travel sectors. The BOI has also enhanced incentives for the use of local content in the manufacturing of electric vehicles and electrical appliances (E&E). The BOI has introduced incentives for local content use in the automotive and electrical appliance sectors by offering a two-year, 50% corporate income tax reduction. T...
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    Toshiba to showcase SCiB™ battery at ASIA Sustainable Energy Week 2025 in Bangkok
    Toshiba Corporation announced its participation in the ASIA Sustainable Energy Week 2025, which will take place from July 2 to July 4 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. At this event, Toshiba will showcase its SCiB™ lithium-ion battery, which is designed to support decarbonization in the transportation, logistics, maritime and energy sectors. The SCiB™ battery features advanced lithium titanium oxide anode chemistry, providing safety, rapid charging capabilities, ...
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    Apollo Tyres launches Aspire 5 ultra-high-performance tire for luxury vehicles
    Apollo Tyres Ltd. has launched the Aspire 5, an ultra-high-performance (UHP) tire developed in India, targeting the luxury vehicle market, Autocar Professional reported June 26. Designed to cater to electric vehicles (EVs) and global markets, the tire is available in sizes ranging from 17 to 20 inches, prioritizing ride comfort, grip and low noise performance. The Aspire 5 will be sold in both domestic and international markets, including in Europe and Asia. As demand for UHP tires — with r...
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    Sekisui Chemical invests in new manufacturing facility to produce injection-molded parts in India
    Sekisui Chemical has announced plans to invest in a new manufacturing plant in Chakan, near Pune in Maharashtra, India, to produce injection-molded parts for the Indian automotive market. The Japanese supplier will invest about $3 million in the new facility, its sixth in the country, with the goal of commencing operations by January 2026.  Sekisui Chemical's high-performance plastic company has identified the injection-molding business within the mobility sector as a...
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    ChargeZone opens one of India’s largest EV charging hubs in Bengaluru
    ChargeZone has launched one of India's largest electric vehicle charging hubs in Bangalore. The facility aims to bolster India's national EV infrastructure, especially in urban areas with high fleet activity. The hub features over 210 charging points, which include 80 DC fast chargers with 160 outlets and 50 AC chargers with 50 outlets. With an installed capacity of more than 4 MW, the facility is not only vast but also one of the most potent EV charging sites in the country. It is tailored t...
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    India’s EV charging software startup Kazam raises $6.2 million in Series B funding
    Bengaluru-based electric vehicle charging software startup Kazam has secured $6.2 million in Series B funding from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), alongside existing investors Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India and Avaana Capital. This funding round elevates Kazam's total capital raised to $19.2 million, which includes $13 million from previous equity rounds led by Avaana Capital, Vertex Ventures and Chakra Ventures. Kazam intends to use this new investment to e...
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    Uno Minda plans $24.2 million investment in new aluminum die-casting facility in India
    Indian automotive supplier Uno Minda Group announced its plan to invest 2.1 billion rupees (about $24.2 million) in establishing a greenfield aluminum die-casting facility in Sambhaji Nagar, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India, to cater to the increasing demand for electric vehicles, The Hindu Business Line reported June 19. The investment will be carried out in several phases over the next five years, with funding sourced from a balanced mix of internal accruals and debt. The first phase of the p...
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    Tata Motors remains unaffected by mainland China’s rare earth export curbs so far
    Tata Motors, India's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, is not experiencing disruptions in sourcing rare earth magnets, despite mainland China's export restrictions. At its 80th Annual General Meeting, Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran assured shareholders that the company is managing its supply needs and is exploring alternative sources to ensure future availability. Mainland China dominates the global supply of rare earth elements (REEs), prompting Tata Motors and other automakers wo...
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    Sharda Motor starts production at new Chakan facility in Pune, India
    Indian auto parts supplier Sharda Motor Industries Ltd. (SMIL) has received regulatory approval to commence manufacturing operations at its new facility in Chakan, near Pune in Maharashtra, India, on June 23. The company received a factory license from the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, government of Maharashtra, on June 20. SMIL made this announcement in a regulatory filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange. The Chakan facility is ...
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    New Energy Asia formed for EV charging solutions in Malaysia and ASEAN
    New Energy Asia Sdn. Bhd. has been launched as a joint venture between HICOM Engineering Sdn. Bhd. (HESB), a subsidiary of DRB-HICOM Bhd., and China's Hangzhou Flash Charging New Energy Co. Ltd. (HFC), which operates under Lotus Technology Inc. The initiative aims to provide high-quality and reliable electric vehicle charging solutions in Malaysia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations region. The partnership combines the industrial capabilities and brand heritage of HESB and DRB-HICO...
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    India suspends rare earth exports to Japan to prioritize domestic needs and reduce mainland China dependence
    India has instructed state-run miner IREL to suspend a long-standing agreement on rare earth exports to Japan to prioritize domestic needs and reduce dependence on mainland China. Two sources familiar with the matter revealed that this decision comes amid global concerns over mainland China's dominance in rare earth processing and its recent export restrictions, which have impacted automakers and manufacturers. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has indicated that halting exports of materi...
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    Hyundai Motor begins engine production at Talegaon plant in India
    Hyundai Motor India Ltd. has officially commenced the production of passenger vehicle engines at its Talegaon manufacturing facility in Maharashtra, India, Autocar Professional reported June 16. The Indian subsidiary of the South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor, which went public in October 2024, disclosed this key milestone in a regulatory filing with the National Stock Exchange and BSE. In 2023, Hyundai acquired the Talegaon plant from General Motors as part of its long-t...
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    Kempower, Charge Hub and partners expand EV charging infrastructure in Australia
    Finnish DC fast-charging solutions provider Kempower, in collaboration with Charge Hub, Addelec and Swan Group, is developing a significantly large electric bus charging depot in Bayswater, Perth, Australia. The under-construction facility is designed to charge 132 electric buses.  This planned facility should enhance Western Australia's public transport fleet and is set to be among the largest in the state equipped with Kempower's DC charging technology. The initial phase i...
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    Minda Corp. partners with Toyodenso to jointly develop and produce advanced automotive switches in India
    On June 11, Minda Corp. Ltd., the flagship company of India-based Spark Minda Group, announced a joint venture agreement with Japan-based Toyodenso Co. to produce advanced automotive switches for the Indian market. This partnership will provide comprehensive solutions, including design, development, manufacturing and marketing of automotive switches for two-wheelers, passenger cars and other segments. Minda Corp. will hold a majority stake in the venture with a 60/40 shareholding ratio. ...
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    Maruti Suzuki cuts e-Vitara production targets amid shortages of rare earth materials
    India's leading carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, has significantly reduced its near-term production targets for its inaugural electric vehicle, the e-Vitara, by nearly two-thirds due to rare earth material shortages, Reuters reported June 11. This decision underscores the ongoing disruptions affecting the automotive industry due to export restrictions imposed by mainland China. Originally, Maruti had planned to produce 26,500 e-Vitaras between April and September. However, the company now aims to man...
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    Tata Motors aims to grow its EV charging network fivefold by decade’s end
    Tata Motors is planning to expand its electric vehicle charging infrastructure significantly by the end of this decade, aiming to mitigate range anxiety and improve EV adoption. The company intends to increase its public charging points to over 100,000 from the existing 22,000, covering more than 2,000 cities and towns with fast-charging facilities. The Mega Charger network, featuring ultrafast-charging guns ranging from 120 kW to 400 kW, is set to reach over 1,000 locations. Recently, Tata M...
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    Continental plans to invest $11.7 million to strengthen presence in passenger car and light truck tire market in India
    Continental announced plans to invest about 1 billion rupees (about $11.7 million) to enhance its presence in India's passenger car and light truck (PLT) tire segment, Autocar Professional reported June 9. This investment will be directed toward upgrading the manufacturing capabilities at its Modipuram plant in Uttar Pradesh, India, and expanding its product portfolio.  The initiative aligns with Continental's broader strategy to meet local demand through a market-specific approach, part...
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    Geely, Voltron partner to expand EV charging infrastructure in Indonesia
    Mainland Chinese automaker Geely has entered into a strategic partnership with Voltron, Indonesia's electric vehicle charging network provider, to expand the country's EV charging infrastructure. The partnership entails installing EV charging stations across all Geely dealerships in Indonesia. Geely reentered the Indonesian EV market in January, focusing on models such as the EX5, and operates six official dealers across various provinces, all equipped with aftersales service centers. ...
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    Rept Battero partners with Bakrie & Brothers Group for green energy expansion in Indonesia
    In a press release dated June 4, Rept Battero announced that it signed a strategic cooperation memorandum with Indonesia's Bakrie & Brothers Group to advance the use of green energy by integrating commercial vehicle battery systems in Indonesia. The event, which was held on May 29, was attended by various Indonesian governmental and industry stakeholders, marking a commitment to deliver power batteries for over 3,000 electric buses and trucks by 2025. Following this agreement, PT Rept Bat...
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    India explores fiscal incentives to boost domestic rare earth magnet production
    India is in discussions with companies to establish long-term stockpiles of rare earth magnets by offering fiscal incentives for domestic production. The effort aims to reduce India's reliance on mainland China, which dominates 90% of the processing of these magnets crucial for industries such as clean energy, defense and automobiles. Mainland China's decision in April to curb exports of rare earth materials has prompted global industry concerns, highlighting the need for India to develop its ma...
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    Uno Minda opens new alloy wheel manufacturing facility in India
    Indian auto parts supplier Uno Minda has inaugurated a new greenfield manufacturing facility for four-wheeler alloy wheels in Kharkhoda, Haryana, India. This facility strategically enhances the company’s production network and aims to meet the growing demand for alloy wheels in the Indian automotive market. The new facility is located near Maruti Suzuki's vehicle assembly plant, also in Kharkhoda, which began operations in February. The Kharkhoda plant boasts an annual production capacity o...
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    Posco inaugurates research center in Australia for advanced material technology
    Posco Holdings, the parent company of South Korea-based steel manufacturer and battery materials supplier Posco Group, has inaugurated a key minerals research center in Perth, Australia. This initiative is part of the group's strategy to gain a technological advantage in advanced materials, which includes steelmaking, battery materials and rare earths. The center aims to enhance low-carbon steelmaking processes and reduce costs in lithium and nickel production. Additionally, it will focus on dev...
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    Continental shifts focus to passenger car and light truck tires in India
    Continental announced a strategic shift in its product portfolio in India and plans to focus only on the Passenger Car and Light Truck tire (PLT) business. As part of this transition, the Germany-based tiremaker will cease its Truck and Bus Radial tire (TBR) operations in the country. The company will also close its TBR manufacturing line at the Modipuram tire plant in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. This strategic shift is intended to ensure the long-term viability of Continental Tires' ope...
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    Indian government notifies guidelines to promote EV manufacturing
    The Indian government has approved a forward-looking scheme to promote the domestic production of passenger cars, with a special focus on electric vehicles, according to a press note published by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), via Press Information Bureau, on June 2. The scheme will allow approved applicants to import electric passenger cars as completely built units (CBUs) with a $35,000 minimum value at a 15% reduced customs duty for a period of 5 years from the application approva...
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    Mainland China to cooperate with other countries on rare earth export controls
    Mainland China announced its intent to enhance cooperation with other nations concerning its rare earth export controls amid potential shortages that could impact automobile and semiconductor manufacturers in Europe and India, according to a May 30 report by Reuters. Mainland China holds more than 90% of the global processing capacity for rare earth magnets, which are essential in various industries, and began enforcing stricter export regulations in early April, requiring exporters to acquir...
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    Battery scientists in India develop fast-charging, long-lasting sodium-ion battery
    In pursuit of affordable, fast and safe battery alternatives amid the global shift toward electrification, a team of researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research in Bengaluru, India, has developed a promising sodium-ion battery. This battery utilizes a NASICON-type cathode and anode material, which allows it to charge up to 80% in just six minutes and endure over 3,000 charge cycles. Unlike traditional sodium-ion batteries, which typically charge slowly and h...
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    Schaeffler India opens fifth powertrain manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, India
    Schaeffler India Ltd. inaugurated its fifth manufacturing facility in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu, further expanding its presence in India. This new 16,500-square-meter facility will produce both conventional and hybrid powertrain components, such as planetary gear systems and hybrid transmission components. The Shoolagiri plant is part of the first phase of development on a 108,000-square-meter plot, with full production capacity anticipated by the fourth quarter of 2025. This facility is pr...
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    Indian battery-maker Amara Raja delays lithium-ion cell production to FY 2027
    Indian battery-maker Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Ltd. plans to delay the commencement of operations at its upcoming gigafactory in Telangana, India, by a year, a news report published by Autocar Professional said May 30. The report mentioned that Amara Raja Energy and Mobility plans to begin local manufacturing of lithium-ion cells in the second or third quarter of financial year 2027, instead of the earlier planned timeline of financial year 2026. Citing an investor presentation, the n...
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    Sailun Group starts production at new greenfield tire plant in Indonesia
    Sailun Group, a mainland China-based tire manufacturer, commenced production of passenger car radial (PCR) tires at its new plant in Indonesia. The greenfield plant, located in the Jatengland Industrial Park in Demak, produced its first high-performance radial tire on May 28, 2025. In March 2024, Sailun announced a $250 million investment in a new PCR tire plant in Indonesia. This factory, Sailun’s fourth in Southeast Asia, is crucial for Indonesia's rapidly developing a...
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    V-Green partners with EV charging companies to deploy 63,000 EV charging ports in Indonesia
    V-Green, a global electric vehicle charging station developer, announced the signing of memoranda of understanding (MOU) with four partners to deploy approximately 63,000 charging ports exclusively for VinFast EVs in Indonesia by the end of 2025. The collaboration involving Chargecore, Chargepoint, Amarta Group and CVS will see a joint investment of $300 million to develop EV charging infrastructure across several Indonesian provinces such as Jabodatebek, Bandung, Surabaya and more. Th...
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