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    FISITA World Mobility Conference 2025: Key themes and concerns for the automotive industry
    One thing is abundantly clear after the FISITA World Mobility Conference (WMC) last week. Megatrends impact everything. No longer can chassis development, braking, safety validation and so forth stand alone without impact from the broader drive towards electrification, the AI revolution or SDVs, to name a few.  The event’s sessions gave the impression that electrification is already baked into the industry, particularly in Europe where the debate on (regulation-pushed) direction is ...
    Beyond horsepower: Compute becomes the new competitive edge for OEMs
    Automotive compute power is becoming a defining metric of vehicle capability — not just for autonomy, but across cockpit systems, connectivity and life-cycle software deployment. As vehicles transition toward centralized electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures and software-defined platforms, silicon performance is now a core determinant of what a vehicle can do — and how long it will remain competitive in the field. Two metrics have emerged as industry standards for measuring this compu...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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 ...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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, ...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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 ...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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. ...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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. ...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    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...
    Samvardhana Motherson reports strong growth in revenue and profit in FY 2024/25; plans $700 million capital expenditure in FY 2025/26
    Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd. reported a 40% year-over-year increase in net income of 38 billion rupees (about $444.5 million) in the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the leading auto parts manufacturer from India said in a press release on May 29. The company recorded strong growth in net profit as total revenue surged 15.2% year over year to 1.14 trillion rupees. Higher revenue also helped the Indian supplier to record a profit before tax of 56.2 billion rupees, up 37% year...
    Pioneer India opens new automotive R&D center in Bengaluru
    Pioneer India, a subsidiary of Pioneer Corp., has established a new Research & Development Center in Bengaluru, India. This center will coordinate with Pioneer's global R&D and engineering networks to develop solutions in various areas, including automotive vision and sensing technologies, advanced driver assistance systems, and digital cockpit and human-machine interfaces. It will also focus on cloud-connected infotainment and telematics, AI and mobility data platforms, and connected so...
    Indonesia's Danantara to partner with Huayou and CATL to boost EV battery industry
    Indonesia is advancing its electric vehicle battery industry through a strategic alliance involving Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (Danantara), Huayou and Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd. (CATL). President Prabowo Subianto has directed this collaboration to enhance Indonesia's role in EV battery manufacturing and to address financial challenges in green technology projects. At a press conference in Jakarta, CEO of Danantara Rosan P. Roeslani underscored the ...
    New South Wales government plans to invest A$16.1 million to install 246 EV chargers across the state in Australia
    The state government of New South Wales in Australia is advancing the deployment of electric vehicle chargers with a new investment of A$16.1 million aimed at installing 246 fast and ultrafast chargers across the state. This initiative is augmented by private sector participation, resulting in a total of A$41.2 million being allocated for the installation of new charging ports, all powered by renewable energy. This effort aligns with the government's commitment to increase EV charger availabi...
    Maharashtra to boost EV battery recycling and infrastructure under EV Policy 2025
    The state of Maharashtra in India announced plans to boost the establishment of recycling centers for electric vehicle batteries and promote the production of new batteries and EVs, as part of the Electric Vehicle Policy 2025. The government resolution (GR) emphasizes the collection of used EV batteries from various facilities such as charging stations, battery-swapping centers and authorized dealers. Key locations identified for these recycling centers include the Mumbai Metropolitan Regio...
    NHK Spring plans new production facility in India
    NHK Spring announced plans to establish a manufacturing plant in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India, the Japan-based company said in a press release on May 26. The company will invest ¥2 billion (about $14 million) in the first phase of the plant's construction, which will have a total floor area of 17,120 square meters. The plant will commence production of coil springs and stabilizer bars in 2027. The investment will create 350 jobs in the first phase. NHK Spring is investing in the new produc...
    CATL to start EV battery production in Indonesia by March 2026
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) is set to begin electric vehicle battery production in Indonesia by March 2026. According to Yuliot Tanjung, deputy minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, CATL is preparing to launch operations in alignment with Indonesia's expanding EV battery ecosystem, having secured an off-taker for its battery products. The production venture will proceed in two phases due to regulatory requirements from the Chinese government, with 7.5 GWh of the i...
    India’s Force Motors’ signs MOU with UAE’s W Motors to co-develop vehicles
    India's Force Motors has taken a strategic step to broaden its global presence by signing a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with W Motors, a United Arab Emirates-based high-performance, luxury sports-car manufacturer. This partnership was announced at the Make it in the Emirates event in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and aims to explore the development and manufacturing of a new vehicle model in the UAE. The collaboration focuses on fostering cross-border innovation in mobility soluti...
    India’s Himadri Speciality Chemical acquires 16.24% stake in US-based International Battery Co.
    Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. has invested $4.43 million to acquire a 16.24% stake in International Battery Co. Inc. (IBC), a US-based lithium-ion battery cell manufacturer. This investment, announced May 22, signifies Himadri's entry into the lithium iron phosphate cathode active and anode materials market, providing them with board representation in IBC. IBC operates a 50-MWh lithium-ion battery cell facility in South Korea, which began production in 2023, and is developing a gigafactory...
    MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center in Brazil initiates eight development projects in its first year
    MAHLE has completed the first year of its operations at the Global Biomobility Center, which is located at its Tech Center in Jundiaí, São Paulo. The center was established to utilize MAHLE's expertise and partner network in South America to support the global development of sustainable mobility solutions, focusing on biofuels and biomaterials. During its first year, the center has initiated eight projects in collaboration with customers and research institutes. It is actively monitori...
    MAHLE supplies intelligent thermal management system for Mahindra’s XEV 9e, BE 6 models
    Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), India's leading sport utility vehicle maker, has awarded MAHLE with a special appreciation award for its Intelligent Thermal Management System (ITMS). MAHLE supplies its ITMS systems to M&M for use in the Indian automaker's first dedicated battery-electric vehicle (BEV) platform, which is used to create the recently launched XEV 9e and BE 6 electric SUVs. The ITMS was developed to meet regional market requirements, enha...
    Exicom launches DC fast charger Harmony Direct 2.0 in India
    India-based electric vehicle charging equipment supplier Exicom launched Harmony Direct 2.0, a new DC fast charger, on the sidelines of a company event. The newly launched DC fast charger is aimed at enhancing the reliability, efficiency and scalability of EV charging infrastructure in India. Powered by Harmony OS, India's first indigenously developed operating system for EV chargers, Harmony Direct 2.0 offers features such as sensor-based diagnostics and AI-enabled remote charger manage...
    India to accelerate national EV charging grid under PM E-Drive scheme
    India’s Ministry of Heavy Industries has approved an outlay of 20 billion rupees (about $234 million) under the PM E-Drive initiative to support the installation of about 72,000 public electric vehicle charging stations across the Indian subcontinent, the government of India’s Press Information Bureau said in a press note released May 21. Union Minister for Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy chaired an interministerial coordination meeting with senior officials from the Ministry of Petrole...
    ChangAn Automobile opens first international NEV production base in Thailand
    ChangAn Automobile, a low-carbon mobility technology company, has launched its first international new-energy vehicle (NEV) production base in Rayong, Thailand, as part of its global expansion under the Vast Ocean Plan. This new facility signifies a shift from simply exporting products to exporting entire industrial ecosystems, incorporating advanced manufacturing systems, research and development processes, and supply chain standards to create a sustainable global operation model. The openin...
    iMotion Automotive forms joint ventures with Delloyd Technology for ADAS production in Malaysia
    According to a report published by Telematics Wire on May 15, iMotion Automotive Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of iMotion Technology, formed two joint ventures with Delloyd Technology Berhad, a Malaysian automotive component manufacturer. The partnership will establish two entities in Malaysia—one focusing on production and the other on sales of advanced driver assistance systems. The collaboration, announced on iMotion's WeChat, aims to create a localized operational fra...
    Tata.ev inaugurates its first 10 megachargers in India
    TATA.ev, India's largest electric-car maker, launched its first 10 TATA.ev MegaChargers as part of an initiative to advance electric vehicle adoption in India. The EV charging stations are developed in collaboration with charge-point operators (CPOs) ChargeZone and Statiq. The newly launched EV charging stations are part of Tata.ev's larger plan of building a network of 400,000 EV charging stations across India by 2027. The company said that this effort is a critical part of its "open...
    India plans 360-kW charging stations to boost EV charging infrastructure
    The central government of India plans to install 360-kW charging stations along highways, expressways and bus stops to promote the electric vehicle ecosystem, particularly in the commercial vehicle sector. These high-capacity charging points are expected to benefit electric buses, trucks and premium and luxury EVs from companies such as Jaguar Land Rover, Audi and Mercedes-Benz by reducing recharge times to just 15 minutes. This initiative is crucial for commercial vehicles, enabling fleet manag...
    JK Tyre launches India's first ISCC Plus certified sustainable car tire, UX Royale Green
    JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has commenced production of its new passenger car tire, the UX Royale Green, at its Chennai plant in Tamil Nadu, India, using renewable and recycled raw materials. This marks the debut of India's first passenger car tire made with ISCC Plus certified sustainable materials. The certification, a part of the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) framework, ensures the traceability of responsibly sourced inputs in the value chain. This initia...
    Indonesia boosts incentives for EV makers using more local components
    Indonesia's Minister of Investment and Downstreaming Rosan Roeslani announced that the government will offer larger incentives to electric vehicle manufacturers that utilize higher levels of domestic components, known as TKDN. Roeslani emphasized that the more significant the TKDN contribution by EV manufacturers, the more substantial the incentive they will receive. He highlighted a shift toward a more positive approach in supporting TKDN. Currently, seven EV companies — VinFast, Volk...
    U Power delivers battery-swapping taxis to support sustainable transport in Phuket
    U Power Ltd. announced a significant development involving its Thai subsidiary, USWAP Co. Ltd., which has delivered 21 battery-swapping-enabled MG EP vehicles to Auto Drive EV Public Co. Ltd. in partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Auto Leasing & Service (Thailand) Co. Ltd. These vehicles are intended to support sustainable taxi services in Phuket, Thailand, marking the first fleet of battery-swapping taxis in Southeast Asia. This deployment represents a key advancement in sustainable transporta...
    JOLT unveils next-generation 50-kW EV chargers with innovative design in Australia
    JOLT, an Australian electric vehicle charging and digital-out-of-home network, introduced its next-generation 50-kW DC EV chargers, which double the charging speed of existing units. The first charger has been installed at Melbourne's Bayside City Council, with plans for additional chargers to be rolled out across the nation. The new chargers can deliver up to 45 km of range in 8-10 minutes. With the new charger, JOLT will continue the offer of 7 kWh of free power per day for users thr...
    Xpeng plans to roll out own brand of fast chargers in Australia
    Continuing to expand its offerings globally, Chinese electric-car maker Xpeng plans to launch its own brand of electric vehicle chargers in Australia later in 2025, according to a news report published by Australian automotive publication Drive on May 3. Post its launch in Australia, Xpeng also plans to roll out its own brand of EV chargers in other key markets globally, the report said. Meanwhile in Australia, Xpeng will launch its own brand’s ultrafast chargers, which deliver peak powe...
    Hindustan Zinc advances research in zinc battery technology
    India-based Hindustan Zinc Ltd. reported significant strides in its research on zinc-based battery technologies. The company emphasized several advantages of these batteries, such as improved safety due to non-flammable components, a long cycle life, wide temperature operability and recyclability. Highlighting the potential of zinc as a cost-effective and stable alternative to lithium, Hindustan Zinc has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and the Jawaharlal Nehru C...
    Uno Minda, partner approve $50.2M investment to develop and produce new EV components in India
    In February, Uno Minda Ltd. (Uno Minda) announced a strategic partnership with mainland China-based supplier, Suzhou Inovance Automotive Co. Ltd., to produce high-voltage electric vehicle components in India. On April 30, the boards of Uno Minda and its joint venture partner approved a detailed project report that entails a total investment of about 4.23 billion rupees (about $50.2 million). Uno Minda’s board also approved an investment of 1.14 billion rupees in the equity capital...
    Tritium unveils EV charging platform named Tri-flex at ACT Expo 2025
    Tritium announced the launch of its innovative Tri-flex charging platform for electric vehicles at the ACT Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California. The platform introduces a new distributed architecture, allowing charge-point operators (CPOs) to expand from four to 64 charge points efficiently. According to the company, this flexible design aims to tackle infrastructure challenges as the EV market grows toward mainstream adoption. Tritium's CEO Arcady Sosinov said that Tri-flex is a significant...
    Charge+ launches first DC fast charger in Singapore's HDB carpark
    Charge+ has launched Singapore's first DC fast charger in a Housing & Development Board (HDB) surface carpark at Boon Lay Place Market, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the nation's electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The introduction of DC chargers in HDB areas aims to cater to EV drivers who require faster charging solutions due to above-average driving distances, providing more convenience and accessibility in high-traffic locations. Following the launch, Charge+...
    Endurance Technologies invests $5.6M in lithium-ion battery pack manufacturing facility in India
    India-based Endurance Technologies Ltd. announced plans to establish a manufacturing facility for lithium-ion battery packs with a capital expenditure of approximately 473 million rupees (about $5.6 million). The announcement was made through a regulatory filing. The new facility will be a greenfield project located in Mindewadi, Maharashtra, and will produce lithium-ion battery packs for mobility applications and battery energy storage systems. The facility is projected to have a produc...
    Delhi government plans to install over 13,000 EV charging stations by 2030
    The Delhi government has unveiled a new initiative to establish a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations throughout the city. The plan aims to have at least one public charging station every 5 km, facilitating easier adoption and use of EVs. Under the Delhi EV Policy 2.0, the target is to expand public charging stations to 3,500 by 2025 and 13,700 by 2030, with one charging and battery-swapping station every square kilometer. The Delhi Transport Department will devise det...
    Stellantis planning to launch Leapmotor EVs in India by year-end
    Stellantis is planning to introduce electric vehicles developed by its Chinese partner, Leapmotor, to the Indian market by the end of 2025. Tianshu Xin, head of China operations for Stellantis and CEO of Leapmotor International, highlighted India's potential due to the size of its automotive market. Although the specific models for the Indian market were not disclosed, and details about whether the vehicles will be exported or assembled locally remain unclear, Stellantis has considered using ...
    Hyundai Motor Group opens new battery and electrification R&D center at IIT Delhi
    Hyundai Motor Group announced the opening of the Hyundai Center of Excellence (CoE) for future mobility technology at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on April 23. This center represents a joint research initiative aimed at advancing future mobility technologies, particularly focusing on electrification and battery systems to cater to Indian customers' needs. The Group has launched nine joint research projects in collaboration with various IITs as part of its long-term cooperati...
    Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt replaces LG Energy Solution in Indonesian EV battery project
    China's Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt is set to replace South Korea's LG Energy Solution (LGES) as a strategic investor in a significant electric vehicle battery project in Indonesia, according to the country's Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia. LGES recently announced its withdrawal from the project, which is valued at 142 trillion rupiah (about $8.42 billion). Indonesia aims to leverage its abundant mineral resources by developing domestic industries for battery production and EV...
    LG-led consortium withdraws from $7.7 billion EV battery project in Indonesia
    A consortium led by LG has decided to withdraw from a project valued at approximately 11 trillion won (about $7.7 billion) aimed at establishing an electric vehicle battery supply chain in Indonesia. The consortium, which includes partners such as LG Energy Solution, LG Chem and LX International Corp., had been collaborating with the Indonesian government and state-owned enterprises to create an "end-to-end value chain" for EV batteries. This initiative was intended to encompass the entire pr...
    Leapmotor, Stellantis plan to commence production in Malaysia by end 2025
    Leapmotor and Stellantis are set to commence production of the Leapmotor C10 sport utility vehicle in Malaysia by the end of 2025. The Leapmotor C10 will be produced at Stellantis' existing plant in Malaysia with an initial investment of €5 million. The production of Leapmotor's vehicles in Malaysia will start in 2025 after European production began in 2024. Stellantis, Europe's second-largest automaker by volume, announced the launch of a localized assembly project in Malaysia wi...
    ZF secures significant order for AxTrax 2 Electric Axle for commercial vehicles in India
    ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has secured a multiyear business nomination to supply several thousand units of its electric axle, the AxTrax 2, with a leading manufacturer in India, the company announced April 16. It said that the deal will see the AxTrax 2 integrated into a new fleet of zero-emissions intercity buses, further deepening ZF’s extensive presence in India’s growing commercial vehicle electrification sector. According to the company, its AxTrax 2 electr...
    Intellihub Group acquires Engie's EV charging network in Australia and New Zealand
    Intellihub Group, through its subsidiary EVSE, one of the leading providers of electric vehicle charging solutions in Australia, has strategically acquired the Australian and New Zealand EV charging network from Engie, a global energy and services group. This acquisition has significantly expanded EVSE's public charging network by adding over 200 new locations, including high-traffic sites such as Chadstone, the largest shopping center in Victoria, Australia; and Chatswood Chase in Sydney, ...
    India plans to incentivize recycling of critical minerals for green energy transition
    India is planning to introduce incentives for the recycling of 24 critical minerals, including key resources such as lithium and cobalt, by 2025, two sources aware of the matter said, according to a report by Reuters on April 8. This initiative is part of India's broader strategy to secure essential minerals critical for the country's transition to green energy and to meet its clean energy ambitions. These efforts are also in line with India's goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emis...
    Valeo inaugurates new manufacturing lines for EV technology in Pune, India
    Valeo has expanded its manufacturing operations in Pune, India, by inaugurating new advanced manufacturing and assembly lines, Autocar Professional reported April 4. This expansion is particularly geared toward the production of the 3-in-1 Combo unit, an innovative integrated solution for electric vehicles, which consists of onboard chargers, DC-DC converters and power distribution units. This move by Valeo is aimed at strengthening the local supply chains and contributing significantly to the g...
    Evolt and Toyota Tsusho forge strategic alliance for Thailand's EV ecosystem
    Evolt Technology, a distinguished provider of electric vehicle charging solutions in Thailand, has entered into a strategic partnership with Toyota Tsusho (Thailand), a prominent figure in automotive innovation to expedite the enhancement and development of Thailand's EV ecosystem and promote sustainable innovation in the EV infrastructure sector. The partnership highlights a mutual commitment between the two companies to improve EV charging infrastructure, foster collaborative growth, augmen...
    U Power showcases its battery-swap station at 2025 Bangkok Motor Show
    U Power, a leader in green smart energy solutions, has made a significant stride in expanding its presence in Southeast Asia by successfully demonstrating its UOTTA battery-swap station at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show. The battery-swap station showcased during the event is set to transition into full commercial operation through a partnership with Susco, marking the establishment of the first operational battery-swap infrastructure in Southeast Asia. This initiative aims to facil...
    Hyundai Mobis expands R&D center in Hyderabad to boost automotive software development
    Hyundai Mobis has announced the expansion of its Indian research and development center in Hyderabad, Telangana, striving to enhance its automotive software development capabilities. This move aims to consolidate two previously separate R&D centers into a singular, large-scale base, making it a strategic hub for software strategy with a focus on the growing importance of software in the automotive industry, particularly for electric vehicles and sport utility vehicles. The company seeks to s...
    Philippines Energy Department to enhance EV charging infrastructure
    The Energy Department in the Philippines has announced its plans to launch new regulatory initiatives and conduct public consultations aimed at fostering the growth of a safe, efficient and sustainable electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Currently, the nation has 912 publicly accessible EV charging stations, with a significant concentration in the National Capital Region. The forthcoming Implementing Guidelines on Obligations of Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Providers and EVC...
    Indian startup DeCharge secures $2.5 million for EV charging expansion
    Indian startup DeCharge, specializing in expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure, has successfully raised $2.5 million in seed funding. This financial boost was led by investment firm Lemniscap and saw contributions from various entities including Colosseum, Daedalus Angels, EV3 Labs, Echo Fundraiser, Chainyoda Jedis and Levitate Labs. The funding round also attracted support from notable individual investors such as Nom, the creator of Bonk; Shek of Superteam/Solana; Arnold L...
    Oil marketing companies add over 10,000 EV charging stations in India in FY 2025
    India’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) — Indian Oil Corp. Ltd. (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (HPCL) — have significantly expanded their electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the subcontinent in fiscal year 2025, according to a news report published by business daily The Hindu BusinessLine on March 30. The report mentioned that the three OMCs have together added more than 10,000 new EV charging stations across the country in ...
    India plans to cut EV import tariffs amid trade deal with US
    India is reportedly planning to reduce import tariffs on electric vehicles, overriding local automakers' requests to postpone such reductions until 2029. This decision is part of an effort to finalize a trade deal with the US, despite concerns from Indian car manufacturers that immediate cuts will undermine their investments. The cut in EV tariffs aims to boost international companies such as Tesla while potentially setting back domestic manufacturers such as Tata Motors and Mahindra & Ma...
    EcoPro Materials secures major investment for nickel smelting in Indonesia
    EcoPro Materials, a precursor production subsidiary of EcoPro Group, has made a significant move into the nickel smelting sector by securing a 400 billion won (about $271 million) investment aimed at expanding its operations into Indonesia. The company recently raised 389 billion won through a third-party allotment capital increase, with a major portion of this funding dedicated to acquiring a 28% stake in the Indonesian nickel smelting company PT. Green Eco Nickel, as well as for operational ex...
    Indian battery-maker Replus looks to expand battery capacity to 6 GWh
    Replus, a local battery supplier in India owned by LNJ Bhilwara Group, plans to expand its production capacity from 1 GWh to 6 GWh by the next year, according to a news report published by Autocar Professional on March 31. The report cited an official announcement by the Pune, India-based company. Replus’ capacity expansion plan involves incorporating automation, AI and data-driven manufacturing processes. The report mentioned that the company plans to adopt a technology-agnostic approac...
    Indian state firms in talks to buy 20% of SQM's lithium projects in Australia
    Four Indian state firms, led by government-backed Khanij Bidesh India Ltd. (KABIL), are negotiating with Chilean mining company SQM to purchase a 20% share in two of SQM's lithium projects located in Australia for $600 million. This move is part of India's strategic effort to secure lithium supplies, vital for electric vehicle battery production, as the country seeks to minimize carbon emissions. The consortium includes Coal India, Oil India and ONGC Videsh, focusing on SQM's Mount Holland and A...
    WeRide secures Level 4 autonomy testing permit in France
    In a press release on March 27, WeRide announced that it has secured France's Level 4 driverless public road testing and operating permit in partnership with Beti, a France-based autonomous mobility network operator. This accreditation establishes WeRide as the first and only technology firm to hold driverless permits in five countries: China, the United Arab Emirates, Singapore and the US, emphasizing its leadership and commitment to safety, compliance and scalability in the autonomou...
    Seeing Machines appoints John Noble as new chief technology officer
    Seeing Machines Ltd., an Australia-based company specializing in AI-powered driver monitoring systems (DMS), has announced the appointment of John Noble as its chief technology officer (CTO), effective immediately. Noble, who has been with the company for 20 years, will lead Seeing Machines' technology strategy, focusing on innovation and product development. This appointment comes as the demand for DMS technology grows, particularly in Europe where regulatory requirements for transport safety a...
    U Power and Susco form JV for EV battery-swapping in Thailand
    U Power Ltd., a global leader in rapid battery-swapping technology for electric vehicles, has announced a joint venture agreement with Susco Public Co. Ltd., a prominent energy provider in Thailand. This partnership, through U Power's subsidiary U Swap and leveraging Susco's network of fueling stations across Thailand, aims to deploy U Power's UOTTA battery-swapping technology nationwide. The initiative is set to significantly advance sustainable transportation in Thailand and aligns with the co...
    Hyundai Motor India approves investment of $81 million for a new tooling center
    South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor’s Indian unit Hyundai Motor India Ltd. has approved an investment of 6.94 billion rupees (about $81 million) for a new tooling center, according to a news report published by Autocar Professional on March 24. The planned tooling center will manufacture stamping tools and vehicle panels to expand local development of components and reinforce supply chain stability. Tooling refers to specialized equipment such as molds, dies, jigs, fixtures and others used ...
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