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    Risk analysis of building gigafactories in Europe
    Europe and the UK region have witnessed a few high-profile battery companies abruptly filing for insolvency in the recent past, leaving behind a noteworthy setback for the region’s local battery production ambitions. UK’s promising battery startup Britishvolt, which was once hailed by the country’s prime minister, filed for insolvency in January 2023. It was soon followed by the Swedish battery company Northvolt, which represented Europe’s hopes to compete with China’s hegemony in t...
    How smart charging technologies are shaping the EV landscape
    The fast-charging sector for electric vehicles is evolving with new technologies and changing consumer needs. A major trend is the rise of ultra-fast charging stations, which can recharge an EV's battery to 80% in just 15 to 30 minutes, significantly reducing drivers’ wait times. Smart charging technologies are also gaining traction, optimizing charging based on grid conditions and energy prices. This includes demand response programs that allow EVs to charge during off-peak hours or when r...
    Asahi Kasei to supply lithium-ion battery separator to Toyota Tsusho in North America
    Asahi Kasei, a diversified global manufacturer, and Toyota Tsusho have formed a strategic partnership for the supply of automotive lithium-ion battery (LIB) separators in North America. Their subsidiaries, Asahi Kasei Battery Separator America, LLC (AKBSA) and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (TAI), have reached a capacity rights agreement, allowing AKBSA to supply its patented Hipore wet-process LIB separators to TAI. Under this agreement, TAI will receive a preferential share of AKBSA's producti...
    SK On, SK Enmove merge as part of SK Innovation’s business restructuring
    SK Innovation has announced a merger between its electric vehicle (EV) battery subsidiary, SK On, and SK Enmove, known for lubricants and immersion cooling technology, as part of its strategy to evolve into a comprehensive energy company amidst the electrification era. The merger was approved on July 30, and the newly combined entity is set to launch on November 1. Concurrently, SK Innovation and SK On's boards have approved a large-scale capital increase through third-party allotment to enha...
    ZF Board, employee representatives agree on future of ZF’s Car Driveline Technology division
    On the sidelines of the ZF Supervisory Board meeting on July 30, a significant agreement was signed between the ZF Board of Management and the employee representatives. The agreement initiates an independent and confident restructuring of ZF's Division E, which overlooks electrified drive technologies. The agreement was signed by Barbara Resch, District Manager of IG Metall Baden-Württemberg, Achim Dietrich, Chairman of the ZF General Works Council, Mathias Miedreich, ZF Board Member respons...
    Nemak acquires GF Casting Solutions' Automotive business
    Mexican-based Nemak has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the Automotive business of GF Casting Solutions, a Switzerland-based company specializing in lightweight casted components. This acquisition marks a significant step for Nemak in diversifying beyond internal combustion engine (ICE) powertrain components and expanding its global presence. The deal will allow the Mexican supplier to broaden its customer base, enhance technological capabilities and strengthen its role in sustainable ...
    Hyundai Mobis Q2 FY 2025 sales up 8.7% year over year to $11.7 billion
    Hyundai Mobis reported an 8.7% year-over-year increase in sales to 15.9 trillion won (about $11.7 billion) in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, according to a press release on July 25. Higher sales helped the leading South Korean supplier record a 36.8% year-over-year growth in operating profit to 870 billion won, resulting in an operating profit margin of 5.5% compared to 4.3% during the same period in 2024. However, the company reported a 6.3% year-over...
    JLR collaborates with ev.energy for sustainable and affordable EV charging in UK
    Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has teamed up with the smart electric vehicle charging software platform, ev.energy, to enhance the sustainability and affordability of charging solutions for its customers. The collaboration includes a pilot program in the UK, where the integration of ev.energy’s software will be tested using 10 electric Jaguar I-PACE electric sport utility vehicles. During the pilot, ev.energy’s platform will connect with JLR’s vehicle connectivity system to intelligently ...
    AiMotive and Socionext collaborate to enhance automotive AI technology for ADAS system-on-chips
    AiMotive and Socionext have entered into a license agreement allowing Socionext to utilize aiMotive's aiWare intellectual property and development tools for creating next-generation custom system-on-chips (SoCs) aimed at advanced driving assistance systems in the automotive sector. This collaboration highlights a strategic move for both companies as it seeks to enhance innovation in automotive AI technology. The partnership is designed to expedite the adoption of aiMotive's low-power, high-effic...
    DeepRoute.ai recognized for leadership in autonomous driving by IDC
    DeepRoute.ai has received top recognition in International Data Corporation (IDC) China's latest "Assisted Driving Capability Assessment 2025" report, highlighting its leadership in autonomous driving technology. The report emphasizes the importance of autonomous driving as a primary factor for car buyers and identifies DeepRoute.ai as a key player in this evolving field. IDC's assessment evaluated mass production autonomous driving systems based on highway and urban Navigation on Autopilot...
    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...
    Shanghai grants new round of autonomous vehicle permits at WAIC 2025
    Shanghai issued new demonstrative operation licenses for driverless intelligent connected vehicles, marking a major milestone in the city's autonomous driving roadmap. The announcement was made during the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), held from July 26 to July 28, as reported by CGTN on July 28. Pony.ai, Baidu and Saike Intelligent Technology were among the first recipients of the new licenses. Covering four vehicle models and two key business scenarios, the licenses a...
    Subaru selects HPE Cray servers to enhance EyeSight driver assist system
    Subaru has chosen HPE Cray XD670 servers to enhance its image recognition technology and AI capabilities to advance preventive safety. This deployment aids in optimizing AI algorithms and model training for the development of the next-generation EyeSight driver assist system, which is part of Subaru's goal of achieving zero fatal traffic accidents by 2030. The EyeSight system will utilize AI to accurately measure and classify objects in real-world driving scenarios, leveraging Subaru's long-stan...
    U Power partners with SHNE and BOCOM to develop EV battery swapping in Hong Kong
    U Power Ltd. announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Shandong Hi-Speed New Energy (SHNE) Group Ltd. and BOCOM International to develop a commercial electric vehicle battery-swapping ecosystem in Hong Kong. This collaboration aims to build, install and operate 50 smart, zero-carbon battery-swapping stations in key taxi operational areas in Hong Kong. SHNE will invest in the construction of these stations, while BOCOM will provide the necessary financing solutions. U Po...
    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...
    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...
    Freudenberg Sealing Technologies transitions New Hampshire site to e-mobility and hydrogen focus
    Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) is undergoing a significant transformation at its Manchester, New Hampshire, site, transitioning from producing gaskets for combustion engines to focusing on e-mobility and hydrogen applications. This shift is supported by major investments and a funding initiative from the US Energy Department. The site will now prioritize manufacturing sealing solutions for battery housings and e-drive systems, necessitating the introduction of new semi- and fully-auto...
    Driving change in software-defined vehicles – Interview with Elektrobit
    The automotive industry is amid a radical transformation, and software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are at the heart of it. These vehicles are not just cars; they are sophisticated machines powered by cutting-edge software that controls everything from entertainment systems to critical safety functions. This shift is about more than just tech; it is about redefining what a vehicle can do. One of the most game-changing developments is the rise of over-the-air (OTA) updates. Forget the days of bring...
    The rise of fixed panoramic glass roofs: Challenging traditional sunroof suppliers
    While the fitment of panoramic sunroofs continues to reach new heights year after year, the demand mix of such sunroofs is also changing rapidly. Generally, automakers offer four types of panoramic sunroofs: panoramic floating, panoramic full glass, panoramic tilt and fixed panoramic sunroof, which is essentially a roof made of glass. According to S&P Global Mobility, the fixed panoramic glass roof is witnessing strong growth, while the fitment of the other three types of pano...
    Mint Innovation leads UK lithium-ion recycling project with £8.1 million funding
    Mint Innovation, together with Jaguar Land Rover; LiBatt Recycling, a subsidiary of Recyclus Group; and WMG at the University of Warwick; has secured £8.1 million to boost a lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery project in the UK. The initiative aims to demonstrate Mint's low-carbon, hydrometallurgical black mass refining technology, which is designed to recover lithium, nickel and cobalt from recycled battery materials, fostering an onshore circular supply chain for electric vehicles. ...
    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...
    Car IQ and BlueArrow Telematics partner to launch card-free payment platform for fleets
    Car IQ, a provider of vehicle-based payment technology, has partnered with BlueArrow Telematics, a provider of advanced connected fleet solutions, to introduce BlueArrow Pay — a next-generation digital payment platform designed to replace traditional fuel cards. This innovative solution enables vehicles to connect directly with merchants and autonomously complete transactions, streamlining payments across fuel, tolls and other vehicle-related expenses. BlueArrow Pay transforms the fleet pay...
    Bosch launches new radar system-on-chips for ADAS applications
    Bosch has unveiled two new system-on-chips (SoCs), the SX600 and SX601, designed to support a variety of advanced driver assistance functions at SAE Level 2+ vehicle autonomy. These chips facilitate features such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and lane-change assistance, which contribute to preventing accidents and enhancing driving safety. The chips incorporate a fully digital, fast-response phase-locked loop (PLL), which ensures high precision and flexibility, del...
    Utility Global and ArcelorMittal collaborate on clean hydrogen project in Brazil
    Utility Global, a US-based company specializing in clean hydrogen technology, and ArcelorMittal, a leading global steel producer, have announced a collaboration to explore a clean hydrogen project at ArcelorMittal's Juiz de Fora facility in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The project is in the front-end engineering and design (FEED) phase, examining the application of Utility's H2Gen system, which uses blast furnace off-gas to produce hydrogen from water. The H2Gen system, a patented technology by Utility...
    Ather Energy collaborates with DPIIT to boost clean mobility and advanced manufacturing in India
    Ather Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), part of India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry. As announced by the ministry, the MOU is designed to accelerate the growth of the clean mobility and advanced manufacturing sectors in India. Under this agreement, Ather Energy will collaborate with DPIIT through the Build in Bharat initiative, part of the Startup Polic...
    Helios Climate and PIDG invest in SUN Mobility for Africa's largest battery-swapping network
    Helios Climate, in collaboration with the Private Infrastructure Development Group, has announced a significant investment in SUN Mobility, a company specializing in energy infrastructure and battery-swapping solutions for electric vehicles. This investment raises the total capital accrued by SUN Mobility in the past year to approximately $135 million. The capital will support the establishment of Africa's largest battery-swapping network and bolster the company's growth domestically. SUN Mob...
    CATL builds a network of over 400 battery-swap stations for electric cars in China
    CATL, China's largest battery manufacturer, has built a network of more than 400 battery-swap stations for passenger vehicles across the territory as of the end of July. The company aims to build 1,000 such battery-swap stations by the end of 2025. The company's battery-swap operations for passenger vehicles and heavy-duty trucks are advancing smoothly, with approximately 100 battery-swap stations for heavy-duty trucks already completed, expecting to reach about 300 by year-end...
    UK government launches £25 million fund to support installation of EV charging cables
    The UK government is introducing a £25 million fund aimed at supporting local authorities in the installation of pavement channels for electric vehicle charging cables. This initiative is designed to make home charging more accessible for EV drivers who lack a driveway. The Electric Vehicle Pavement Channels Grant forms part of a larger £63 million package announced by the Department for Transport (DfT) back in July 2025, with the goal of facilitating the transition to EVs throughout the UK...
    San Francisco secures $5 million in grant to support expansion of EV charging infrastructure
    San Francisco's Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors have secured a $5 million grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure in San Francisco. This grant, combined with a $2.8 million contribution from the city, will fund the installation of 403 new EV charging ports at city-owned facilities. This infrastructure will support 800 additional light-duty EVs, covering 40% of the city's non-public safety light-duty fleet. The City ...
    Gatik launches Arena simulation platform for autonomous vehicle systems development
    Gatik has announced the launch of Gatik Arena, a new simulation platform aimed at enhancing the development and validation of autonomous vehicle systems. The platform is specifically designed to address the limitations of traditional real-world data collection by generating photorealistic, structured and controllable synthetic data. With the planned expansion of Gatik's Freight-Only operations in 2025, Arena provides a safe and efficient training ground for autonomous systems by simulating a wid...
    WeRide and Uber expand robo-taxi operations in Abu Dhabi to new islands
    WeRide and Uber Technologies have expanded their robo-taxi operations to Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre. This expansion aims to increase ride volumes by covering nearly half of Abu Dhabi's core areas, which also include Yas and Saadiyat, along with highway routes to Zayed International Airport. Since launching in Abu Dhabi in December 2024, the robo-taxi fleet of WeRide and Uber has tripled in size, with pla...
    DENSO Q1 FY 2025/26 net profit declines 16.1% year over year to $548.2 million
    DENSO has reported a 16.1% year-over-year decline in net profit to ¥79.3 billion ($548.2 million) in the first quarter ended June 30, 2025, as revenue remained stable at ¥1.75 trillion, the company said in a press release on July 31. Operating profit also declined 11.1% year over year to ¥107.2 billion, while profit before income taxes improved marginally by 1% year over year to ¥140.2 billion. “Revenue in the first quarter remained consistent with the previous year, driven by a st...
    US reaches trade agreement with South Korea; imposes 15% tariff on import of all goods
    The US has reached a new trade agreement with South Korea, imposing a tariff of 15% on all goods imported from the Asian country, CNN Business reported July 30. US President Donald Trump termed the bilateral trade agreement, which was announced before the Aug. 1 deadline, as a “full and complete trade deal.” Announcing the deal on his social networking website Truth Social, Trump said the deal would also pave the way for investment of $350 million from South Korea...
    LG Energy Solution signs $4.3 billion battery supply deal with Tesla
    LG Energy Solution (LGES), a South Korean battery manufacturer, has entered into a $4.3 billion contract to supply Tesla with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for energy storage systems, Reuters reported July 30, citing a source familiar with the matter. This agreement will see the batteries being supplied from LGES' manufacturing facility in the US. Although LGES announced the deal on Wednesday (July 30), it did not specify whether the batteries would be utilized in vehicles or solely ...
    BASF and CATL enter into global collaboration for cathode materials
    BASF Battery Materials and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) have entered into a framework agreement to collaborate on cathode active materials (CAM). This agreement establishes BASF as a significant supplier for CATL, as they will work together on a global level. BASF will leverage its global production network to support CATL's worldwide operations. Daniel Schönfelder, president of BASF's Battery Materials division, expressed pride in partnering with CATL, emphasizing BASF's ...
    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 ...
    Orbis Electric launches advanced axial flux motor-generator HaloDrive
    Orbis Electric has introduced HaloDrive, an advanced axial flux motor-generator designed to enhance the next phase of e-Mobility. HaloDrive is constructed with a modular four-part architecture and innovative features such as an injection-molded plastic stator and a tunable gearset, offering high torque, power density and thermal stability. It can be used in various applications, including commercial transportation, passenger vehicles, marine systems and aerospace platforms, serving as an...
    Instavolt to set up an EV charging hub in Wiltshire, UK
    InstaVolt, a leading charge-point operator (CPO) in the UK, has secured a 40-year lease to establish a superhub featuring 30 ultrarapid chargers, a café and a farm shop on the A303 in Wiltshire, UK. This hub aims to serve both local traffic and the broader community. Inspired by the successful Winchester Superhub, InstaVolt plans to integrate large batteries and solar installations, facilitating discounted charging periods similar to the 50 pence per kilowatt-hour offered at Winche...
    Tesla plans chauffeur-style service in San Francisco Bay Area with human drivers
    Tesla plans to offer a chauffeur-style service with human drivers to a limited audience in the San Francisco Bay Area, Reuters reported July 25. This development is contrary to reports suggesting Tesla would offer a robo-taxi service. Currently, Tesla cannot operate autonomous vehicles as it lacks the necessary permits and has not applied for them, unlike Waymo, a unit of Alphabet, which operates autonomous services, Reuters reported, citing a spokesperson for the California Public Utilities Com...
    LG Innotek partners with Aeva to develop next-gen lidar technology
    LG Innotek has partnered with Aeva to strengthen its presence in the lidar market. On July 29, LG Innotek announced a strategic partnership with Aeva to supply and jointly develop next-generation lidar technology. Aeva, known for its 4D lidar based on frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) technology, is recognized in the autonomous driving market and counts major automakers, including Daimler Truck, among its clients. Through this partnership, LG Innotek and Aeva will collaborate on the ...
    Rebellions seeks substantial funding to compete with NVIDIA in AI chip market
    South Korean AI chip startup Rebellions is preparing for a significant funding round, aiming to raise between $150 million and $200 million before pursuing a public listing. The company, which emerged from a merger with another South Korean startup called Sapeon in 2024, has positioned itself as a competitor to NVIDIA. Rebellions' efforts in this funding round are being supported by tech giant Samsung, which recently invested in the startup, although the specific amount was not disclosed. Sin...
    SES AI Corp. to acquire UZ Energy for $25.5 million
    SES AI Corp., based in Woburn, Massachusetts, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire UZ Energy, an energy storage systems provider, for approximately $25.5 million. This acquisition, which is expected to be finalized in the third quarter of 2025, is part of SES AI's strategy to expand its presence in the energy storage systems market, especially in catering to the growing demand from AI datacenters. UZ Energy is known for designing and manufacturing energy storage systems for commercial...
    Vueron Technology partners with Smart Radar System for sensor fusion innovation
    Vueron Technology, known for its AI-based lidar cognitive solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Smart Radar System, a company specializing in 4D imaging radar, to collaborate on research and development and business initiatives in sensor fusion. Smart Radar Systems provides radio-frequency (RF) antenna design, hardware module fabrication, radar signal processing algorithms and software APIs, with its technology being utilized in sectors such as autonomous driving, robotics&nbs...
    4screen successfully closes $21 million Series B funding round, led by Bosch Ventures
    4screen, a Munich, Germany-based startup specializing in driver interaction platforms, has successfully closed its $21 million Series B funding round, led by Bosch Ventures and supported by NewRoad Capital Partners and Bayern Capital. The funding will help 4screen accelerate its global expansion as it scales its platform across new markets and product categories. 4screen has developed the world's first driver interaction platform that connects businesses with customers directly through car sc...
    Forvia’s H1 FY 2025 operating income up 3.1% year over year to €722 million despite stable sales
    Forvia reported a 0.4% year-over-year decline in sales to €13.5 billion in the first half of the financial year ended June 30, 2025, the French supplier said in a press release on July 28. The company recorded a 1.1% year-over-year growth in organic sales, at constant scope and currencies, as global light vehicle production increased 3.1% year over year to 44.9 million, according to S&P Global Mobility.  Despite the drop in sales, Forvia recorded a 3.1% year-over-year growth i...
    Magna advances vehicle safety with interior sensing systems
    Magna is advancing vehicle safety with its comprehensive interior sensing systems aimed at protecting occupants and enhancing the driving experience. The Canadian supplier has been awarded or has commenced production of interior sensing systems for five original equipment manufacturer programs across North America, Europe and Asia, reflecting the growing importance of this technology for future driving. One prominent feature of Magna's interior sensing solution is the child presence detection...
    The role of smart grids in electric vehicle charging
    A smart grid is an advanced electrical system that uses digital technology to improve the reliability, efficiency and sustainability of electricity distribution. By incorporating information and communication technologies, smart grids allow for real-time monitoring and management of energy flow. This capability is especially important as the number of electric vehicles on the road continues to grow, putting extra pressure on traditional power systems. Charging stations for EVs are vital parts...
    MN8 Energy unveils Gateway to Hunts Point EV charging hub in South Bronx
    MN8 Energy LLC announced the Gateway to Hunts Point project, a freight electric vehicle charging hub and workforce development center in the South Bronx, New York. This facility will include 42 EV charging plugs for medium and heavy-duty vehicles, a welcome center named The Bolt, and community solar installations. This project addresses health and environmental concerns in the area, particularly the high asthma rates from truck traffic. The facility will serve the Hunts Point Food Distri...
    AZL Aachen launches project to advance fire safety for EV battery casings
    AZL Aachen GmbH has announced the launch of a joint partner project aimed at advancing fire safety testing for electric vehicle battery casings. Named Thermal Runaway Testing for Battery Casings — Benchmarking Systems for High-Gradient Heating and Hot Particle Blasting, the project seeks to create a realistic and reproducible fire-testing environment for materials used in EV battery housings. The initiative officially started on July 15. This involves the development of a new...
    Rivian integrates NACS cables into its charging network for broader access
    Rivian has begun integrating North American Charging Standard (NACS)/Tesla connectors into its Rivian Adventure Network, allowing Tesla vehicles and other brands with NACS ports to utilize Rivian's charging facilities. The North American electric vehicle industry is transitioning to the NACS plug, originally advanced by Tesla and now adopted as an official SAE standard, moving away from J1772 and CCS plugs. This shift is influenced by former US President Biden's federal charging grants, which in...
    Cornwall Council to expand EV charging network with £5.5M funding
    Cornwall Council plans to enhance its electric vehicle charging network by installing up to 2,000 charge points starting 2026. The council secured £5.5 million from the Transport Department's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund to expand the availability of charge points. These installations will provide lower power, cost-effective residential charging with slower speeds. Initially, charge points will be placed in council car parks, with additional on-street charging being intr...
    Tesla announces $16.5 billion AI chip partnership with Samsung
    Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the company has entered into a $16.5 billion multiyear agreement with Samsung for AI chips, as reported in a Reuters article dated July 28. Musk indicated that this is just the initial cost of the deal. According to Musk, Samsung's new Texas, US, fabrication facility will be dedicated to producing Tesla's next-generation AI6 chip, which will be used for Tesla's humanoid robot Optimus, fully autonomous vehicles and AI datacenters. Musk emphasized the str...
    WeRide robo-taxi secures permit for autonomous driving permit in Saudi Arabia
    WeRide has been granted Saudi Arabia's first robo-taxi autonomous driving permit to operate its autonomous vehicle business and deploy robo-taxis across the country. Pilot operations have already begun in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Uber and local partner Ai Driver, covering areas such as King Khalid International Airport and key locations in the city. The permit was officially granted at a ceremony attended by His Excellency Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the minister of...
    Lyft partners with Benteler Mobility for autonomous shuttle deployment by 2026
    Lyft has announced plans to partner with Benteler Mobility to expand its autonomous vehicle footprint with the deployment of Holon GmbH's autonomous shuttles on its platform by 2026. Benteler Mobility, part of the larger Benteler Group known for its automotive and steel expertise, offers a comprehensive solution for managing autonomous vehicle fleets, focusing on safety, scalability and cost-efficiency. This partnership aims to integrate autonomous vehicles more seamlessly and cost-effectively i...
    Stellantis teams up with 4screen to launch real-time digital services in vehicles
    Stellantis has formed a partnership with 4screen, a Germany-based company specializing in driver interaction platforms, to introduce real-time, location-based digital services into its vehicle lineup. This collaboration aims to enrich the in-car experience for Stellantis customers in key markets across Europe and North America. The 4screen platform will be integrated into select models of Fiat, Jeep and Ram that feature&nbs...
    Gestamp H1 FY 2025 revenue drops 9.2% year over year to €5.8 billon
    Gestamp’s revenue declined 9.2% year over year to €5.8 billion in the first half ended June 30, 2025, the company said in a press release on July 28. Despite the sharp decline in revenue, the company’s EBITDA fell by just €1 million to €641 million. The Spain-based supplier concluded the first half with net income of €75 million, down 29% from €106 million recorded in the first half of 2024. Gestamp generated a positive cash flow of €182 million in the second quarter, clo...
    Visteon Q2 sales drops 4.4% year over year to $969 million
    Visteon has reported a 4.4% year-over-year decline in net sales to $969 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, the US-based supplier said in a press release on July 24. Lower sales impacted the company’s earnings, with gross income declining by $6 million to $141 million and income before income tax slipping by $3 million to $97 million. Visteon posted net income of $65 million compared to $71 million in the second quarter of 2024. The company recorded adjusted EBITDA of $134 milli...
    ChargePoint unveils home-charging solution for European company car fleets
    ChargePoint Holdings Inc. recently introduced a home-charging solution specifically for European company car fleets. This new solution, launched on July 2, integrates the Flex Plus charger with ChargePoint's Driver Management Solution, tackling the challenges associated with home charging for company vehicles, which make up 60% of new car sales in Europe. The Flex Plus is notable for being the first charger developed on ChargePoint's updated AC charging architecture and includes features such...
    Hy24 and Refire form strategic partnership to advance green hydrogen initiatives
    Hy24 and Shanghai Refire Co. Ltd. have entered into a memorandum of understanding for a strategic partnership aimed at advancing green hydrogen production and distribution, as well as hydrogen-electric power and mobility applications. This collaboration seeks to enhance industrial development and accelerate market deployment within Europe through a combination of Sino-European supply chains and processes. The partnership will leverage Hy24's investment strategies, global value chain approach,...
    Kautex Textron receives a large order to supply battery housing units from a leading automaker
    Kautex Textron GmbH & Co. KG, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., announced that it has received an order from a leading automotive manufacturer for a full-battery-electric vehicle (full-BEV) thermoplastic composite lower battery housing unit. This component is part of the Kautex Pentatonic battery enclosure portfolio, aimed at supporting the production of battery-electric and hybrid electric vehicles (BEVs and HEVs). The Pentatonic product line offers customizable and lightweight electric vehi...
    EVgo secures $225 million credit facility to fund growth plans
    EVgo Inc., a provider of public fast-charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, has announced the closing of a $225 million senior secured, nonrecourse credit facility with leading global project finance banks. This financing, which can potentially increase by an additional $75 million, marks a pioneering move in the US commercial bank market for charging infrastructure. The facility was oversubscribed, indicating strong interest and support. The funds from the facility will enable EVg...
    Lyten secures over $200 million in equity investment to support its acquisition strategy
    Lyten, a US-based company specializing in supermaterial applications and lithium-sulfur batteries, announced it has secured over $200 million in additional equity investment, bringing its total investment to over $625 million. This new funding, which has come primarily from existing investors, will aid Lyten in accelerating its acquisition strategy and expansion in the US and Europe. Additionally, Lyten has acquired the rights to Northvolt's energy storage products, including Voltpack Mobi...
    Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill seen as a setback for EV adoption in the US
    On July 4, US President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law with an aim of cutting down government spending to address the US' rising national debt, reducing tax liabilities for the working middle class and driving down energy costs with a massive expansion of domestic oil and production capacity, among several other key goals. When it comes to electric vehicle adoption in the US, the OBBBA terminates the $7,500 tax credit for new EV purchases and the $4,000 cr...
    Milence opens ninth electric truck charging hub in Dunkirk, France
    Milence, a joint venture between Daimler Truck, Traton Group and Volvo Group, has opened its ninth electric truck charging hub in Dunkirk, France, on the North Sea-Rhine-Mediterranean corridor of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). This expansion is part of Milence's strategy to strengthen its presence in northern France and enhance connectivity between France and neighboring countries such as Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Milence has also begun developing its tenth hub...
    U Power partners with IoTeX to enhance AI-powered energy and transport solutions
    U Power Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed company providing AI-powered solutions for energy grids and transportation systems, has announced a strategic partnership with IoTeX, a blockchain platform. This collaboration involves IoTeX purchasing real-world assets (RWAs) issued by U Power and backed by corporate bonds. The partnership aims to support U Power's capital structure and further develop its proprietary electric vehicle battery-swapping technology, UOTTA, while enhancing its Web 3.0 AI-powered energy...
    Researchers at TU Graz develop eco-friendly wood-steel battery housing for EVs
    Researchers from TU Graz have developed an environmentally friendly protective housing for electric car batteries, using a wood-steel hybrid construction. This innovative design not only reduces the ecological footprint compared to traditional aluminum housings but also excels in safety experiments and simulations. In particular, the new housing performs better than the market standard in fire protection tests. Traditional battery enclosures, usually made from energy-intensive extruded alumin...
    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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    STMicroelectronics acquires NXP's microelectromechanical sensors business for $950 million
    STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor company, is enhancing its global sensor capabilities by acquiring the microelectromechanical sensors (MEMS) business of NXP Semiconductors. This acquisition primarily focuses on automotive safety products and sensors for industrial applications. The acquisition aims to complement and expand STMicroelectronics' MEMS technology and product portfolio, facilitating growth opportunities across the automotive, industrial and consumer sectors. T...
    Pony.ai launches 24/7 robo-taxi services in Guangzhou and Shenzhen
    Pony.ai, a company specializing in autonomous driving technology, has launched 24/7 robo-taxi operations in Guangzhou and Shenzhen in mainland China, expanding from its previous 15-hour daily services. In addition, the company has also extended its testing hours for robo-taxis in Beijing to a full 24 hours each day. This development is part of Pony.ai's broader efforts to enhance its presence in China. Pony.ai's autonomous driving system, known as the virtual driver, has surpas...
    SenseTime and ECADI partner to integrate AI in China's architectural sector
    According to a press release dated July 25, SenseTime, an AI company, has partnered with Arcplus' East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI), a player in China's architectural design sector, through a strategic cooperation agreement signed in Shanghai. This partnership intends to merge SenseTime's advanced AI technology, especially its SenseNova large model, with ECADI's extensive engineering expertise. Together, they aim to apply AI throughout the entire building life cycl...
    India's electric mobility sector expands with battery-swapping infrastructure advancements
    India's electric mobility sector is evolving beyond vehicles to include the supporting infrastructure crucial for their operation. The surge in electric vehicle adoption, notably in two-wheelers and passenger cars, also highlights the need to address challenges related to range, charging times and infrastructure accessibility, especially for commercial electric fleets where charging delays can impact revenue. Seafund supports startups such as Swapp Design, a company innovating in the batter...
    Jichong Hydrogen Energy launches MH290 metal plate stack with improved performance and cost-efficiency
    As hydrogen-powered trucks face challenges such as extreme weather conditions, the high cost of fuel stacks remains a significant concern in the industry, where they account for 40%-60% of a vehicle's total cost. With declining subsidies, there is a pressing need for technological advancements to improve the performance, reliability and cost-efficiency of these vehicles. Shanghai Jichong Hydrogen Energy Technology Co. Ltd. recently made strides with the launch of its new MH290 metal plate stack,...
    Bharatsure secures 60 million rupees funding and partners with Battery Smart for EV infrastructure coverage
    Insurtech startup Bharatsure has secured 60 million rupees (about $700,000) in funding from Inflection Point Ventures, along with other investors such as Capital A and Atrium Angels. Alongside this financial boost, Bharatsure has partnered with Battery Smart to introduce insurance coverage specifically for electric vehicle battery-swapping stations throughout India. This new insurance offering aims to safeguard these stations against natural disasters such as floods, fires and earthquakes, in ad...
    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...
    Chinese carmaker Great Wall Motor collaborates with Faraday Future to expand into the US market
    Great Wall Motor, a leading carmaker from China, is collaborating with Faraday Future to penetrate the US market, which has been largely inaccessible to Chinese automakers. The collaboration involves licensing Faraday Future's new model, the FX Super One, from Great Wall Motor's Wey brand. This vehicle, unveiled on July 17, is based on the Gaoshan multipurpose vehicle and marks the debut of Faraday Future's second brand, FX. The FX Super One's design closely mirrors the Wey Gaoshan MPV, featu...
    Lear’s Q2 FY 2025 net income declines 4.5% year over year to $165.2 million amid stable sales
    Lear Corp. has reported a 4.5% year-over-year decline in net income to $165.2 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, as net sales remained unchanged at $6 billion, recorded during the same period in 2024. Excluding the impact of commodities, foreign exchange, tariff recoveries, and acquisitions and divestitures, sales were down 1%, reflecting lower production on key platforms, which was partially offset by new business wins in both the Seating and E-Systems business. The company also...
    Forvia's Appning brand collaborates with 4screen to enhance real-time recommendations in automotive ecosystem
    Appning, a brand of the French supplier Forvia, has entered a strategic partnership with 4screen, a Germany-based company specializing in driver interaction platforms that connect businesses with on-the-go customers in real-time through in-car displays. This collaboration seeks to enhance the experiences of both drivers and passengers by providing personalized, context-aware recommendations while ensuring that automakers retain full control over the user interface. Appning's portfolio include...
    Trump finalizes bilateral trade agreement with EU, agrees to 15% import tariff on all EU goods into US
    The US has reached a framework for a trade deal with the EU, allowing the US to impose a 15% import tariff on most goods from the EU. This agreement was jointly announced by US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday, July 27, at Trump's luxury golf course in Turnberry, Scotland. This development concludes a lengthy period of uncertainty with the EU, the US' largest trading partner. Trump confirmed the 15% levy on most imports from the EU, inclu...
    Sibros appoints Rolf Zoeller to advisory board
    Sibros, a company specializing in software-defined vehicle data management solutions, appointed Rolf Zoeller to its advisory board. Zoeller held leadership roles at major companies such as Porsche AG, Volkswagen and Continental. Previously, he was the managing director of Porsche Digital, where he was responsible for the company's global digital vehicle strategy and smart mobility innovations. Zoeller also held positions as chief architect Car-IT and director of smart connected vehicle electric/...
    Ams OSRAM, Marelli collaborate to offer micro-LED headlights for Nio ET9 premium electric sedan
    Austrian supplier ams OSRAM has collaborated with Marelli to supply high-resolution, digital headlights, featuring its EVIYOS HD25 intelligent multipixel LED solution for the Nio ET9 premium electric sedan. Ams OSRAM’s EVIYOS HD25 features a micro-LED matrix with 25,600 controllable pixels, enabling adaptive beam shaping and road-surface projections that enhance safety and communication between the vehicle, driver and environment. The EVIYOS HD25 offers strategic advantages for automot...
    NXP Semiconductors reports Q2 2025 revenue at $2.93 billion, down 6% YOY
    NXP Semiconductors has reported its second-quarter 2025 revenue at $2.93 billion, down 6% year over year, for the year ended on June 29, 2025. The company achieved a quarterly revenue that surpassed the midpoint of its guidance, with all major end-markets performing better than expected. NXP's guidance for the third quarter suggests a cyclical improvement in its core end markets, driven by specific growth initiatives. CEO Kurt Sievers highlighted the company's focus on profitability, enhanced co...
    Diodes unveils automotive-compliant ideal diode controllers for EV applications
    Diodes has introduced the AP74502Q and AP74502HQ, automotive-compliant 80-V ideal diode controllers designed for robust protection against reverse connections and voltage transients. These controllers are suitable for various applications, including advanced driver assistance systems, body control modules, infotainment systems, exterior lighting and USB charging ports. The devices enable the implementation of an efficient and responsive reverse polarity protection circuit with an integrated load...
    Onsemi and Schaeffler expand collaboration with new EliteSiC-based PHEV platform
    In a press release on July 24, Onsemi announced an expansion of its collaboration with Schaeffler through a new design agreement that utilizes Onsemi's latest EliteSiC silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs). This collaboration will aid Schaeffler in powering a traction inverter for a major global automaker's new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform. The EliteSiC technology from Onsemi provides lower conduction losses and superior short-circuit robustness...
    AEye integrates Apollo lidar with NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX platform for autonomous vehicles
    In a press release on July 24, AEye announced the integration of its Apollo lidar into NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX platform, a component of NVIDIA's autonomous vehicle ecosystem. This integration allows AEye access to a global network of automakers collaborating with NVIDIA on implementing autonomous and driver assistance technologies, paving the way for AEye's technology to be incorporated into millions of passenger vehicles in the future. AEye CEO Matt Fisch expressed enthusiasm over the certif...
    BMW i Ventures invests in Estes Energy for advanced battery platform development
    BMW i Ventures has announced a colead investment in Estes Energy Solutions Inc., a materials and manufacturing innovator based in California, US. The $11 million seed round was coled with Fortescue Ventures and included participation from New Systems Ventures and DCVC. This funding brings Estes' total raised capital to $20 million and will support the completion of its chemistry-agnostic battery pack platform and the establishment of domestic manufacturing capabilities. The investme...
    LG Energy Solution reports 11.2% QOQ fall in revenue to $4.1 billion in Q2 2025
    During the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, LG Energy Solution reported a consolidated revenue of 5.6 trillion won (about $4.1 billion) and an operating profit of 492.2 billion won. Despite an 11.2% decrease in revenue from the previous quarter, the company achieved a 31.4% increase in operating profit, primarily due to product mix improvements and enhanced cost efficiency. The operating profit margin stood at 8.8%, which includes an estimated North American production incentive of 49...
    Wallbox partners with Leap to launch virtual power plants in California and New York
    Wallbox, a global provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, has launched virtual power plants in California and New York through a partnership with Leap, a platform for building and scaling virtual power plants. This initiative is part of Wallbox Rewards, a smart charging program that allows Wallbox users to earn incentives by contributing to grid flexibility through their home EV chargers. The virtual power plants will aggregate energy capacity from residential c...
    BP Pulse opens its largest EV charging hub near Los Angeles International Airport
    BP Pulse, the global electric vehicle charging infrastructure business of BP, has inaugurated its largest EV charging hub in the US, located two miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This site features 48 ultrafast EV charging bays equipped with 400-kW and 150-kW DC fast chargers compatible with both Combined Charging System (CCS) and North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors. The facility will soon offer additional amenities such as a lounge, vending machines, restro...
    Cylib collaborates with Syensqo to produce high-purity lithium hydroxide from used EV batteries
    Cylib collaborated with Syensqo in the circular battery materials processing sector to produce high-purity lithium hydroxide from spent electric vehicle batteries. This breakthrough marks an advancement in recycling technology, since few companies produce battery-grade lithium hydroxide, the preferred form for EV battery production. This innovation enables the extraction and purification of lithium from shredded battery electrodes, known as blac...
    Nissan teams up with Octopus Energy to launch all-new Nissan Charge app in the UK
    Nissan has partnered with Octopus Energy to launch the next-generation Nissan Charge app, aimed at enhancing the electric vehicle ownership experience in the UK. Through the integration of Octopus' EV charging platform, Nissan drivers can access over 1 million charge points from more than 1,200 charge-point operators (CPOs), including major brands such as Ionity and TotalEnergies. Available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store, the app offers a faster and more intuitive charging e...
    DKV Mobility expands Swiss charging network by integrating 2,200 MOVE Mobility charge points
    DKV Mobility has expanded its electric vehicle charging network in Switzerland by integrating 2,200 charge points from Swiss charging service provider MOVE Mobility. Of these, approximately 2,000 are fast or ultrafast chargers with a power output capacity of up to 150 kW. The integration enhances DKV Mobility's presence in the Swiss market, providing improved charging coverage along critical transport routes. Customers can use the DKV Card +Charge or the DKV Mobility app to access these charg...
    Electra secures €433 million green loan to expand EV charging network across Europe
    Electra, a leading charge-point operator (CPO) in Europe, has secured a green loan facility of up to €433 million to support its growth. This includes €283 million in committed facilities and a €150 million incremental accordion facility, bringing Electra's total funding to over €1 billion since its inception. Electra CEO and Co-founder Aurélien de Meaux said that the company chose a green loan to fund projects that contribute to environmental objectives, leveraging debt fi...
    BMW uses Voestalpine new electrical steel strip in Neue Klasse EV electric motors
    BMW is using a new electrical steel strip from Voestalpine in its latest generation electric motors (e-motors), which will be used in its Neue Klasse vehicles, according to a report by Electrive on July 24. The automaker reached an agreement with Voestalpine for sourcing electric steel from its Linz site in Austria. BMW is producing new e-motors at its engine plant in Steyr, Austria. This production involves a new material developed by Voestalpine that combines ultrathin electrical steel...
    Vontier's Driivz partners with Greenspot to enhance international EV charging networks
    Vontier Corp., through its subsidiary Driivz, has partnered with Greenspot, an electric vehicle charging network operator, to deploy advanced EV charging and energy management software across Greenspot's international networks. This collaboration aims to improve the management of numerous EV chargers, enhancing reliability and sustainability. Driivz's software supports over 2,000 types of chargers and offers flexibility and scalability, along with end-to-end Level 1 support services to minimize ...
    Momenta invests in Zeron Truck, marking entry into China's electric heavy-duty truck sector
    Chinese smart driving startup Momenta has made an investment in Zeron Truck, a domestic electric heavy-duty truck startup, signaling its expansion into the truck sector. Zeron has completed its Series A financing round worth 500 million yuan (about $70 million), with Momenta as one of the three lead investors. This marks Momenta's first engagement in the truck industry, building on its existing presence as a supplier of assisted driving solutions in the passenger car sector in China. Zeron wa...
    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...
    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...
    NXP anticipates automotive chip demand to recover amid industry challenges
    NXP Semiconductors NV CEO Kurt Sievers indicated that the prolonged inventory surplus of automotive chips, which has been affecting the company's business, might conclude in 2025, according to a Bloomberg report published July 22. Despite facing challenges such as heavy competition and supply chain disruptions due to tariffs impacting car demand, Sievers mentioned that the company's automotive sector is seeing substantial growth from the second to the third quarter. He expressed optimism that on...
    Pony.ai's Gen-7 BAIC robo-taxi begins road testing in Beijing
    In a press release on July 23, Pony.ai announced that the seventh-generation (Gen-7) Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. (BAIC) robo-taxi model has started road testing in Beijing. This development marks significant progress toward large-scale production and commercial deployment for Pony.ai, an organization that specializes in autonomous mobility. The BAIC robo-taxi fleet is operating in a 225-square-kilometer High-Level Autonomous Driving Demonstration Zone in Beijing. Alongside the BAIC...
    Aeva expands partnership with Daimler Truck North America for autonomous vehicle technology
    Aeva announced an expansion of its partnership with Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) to facilitate the commercialization of autonomous vehicles. This enhanced collaboration will focus on the increased production of Aeva's advanced 4D Lidar technology. DTNA is contributing additional non-recurring funding to support Aeva as it progresses toward series production. In response to rising demand, Aeva plans to boost its production capacity to 200,000 Lidar units annually, aiming to support a r...
    UK government invests £150 million in connected and automated mobility through 2030
    The UK government has announced an additional £150 million investment to advance the nation's Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) industry through the CAM Pathfinder program, which will run until 2030. This initiative seeks to tackle the challenges related to bringing CAM vehicles to market by providing funding to projects in the UK that are developing pioneering technologies, products and services, ranging from cutting-edge software to smart transportation solutions. The program aim...
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