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    US automakers, battery suppliers rationalize excess battery capacity, pivot to energy storage systems
    In December 2025, Ford Motor Co. and SK On announced plans to end their $11.4 billion battery joint venture — BlueOval SK — as part of their broader business overhaul amid a slowdown in demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and the end of government subsidies under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The decision to cease the battery JV came as the two companies sought to avoid accumulating losses from EV battery operations in a market witnessing policy shifts away from BEVs and to r...
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    European New Car Assessment Program’s button mandate forces a rethink of the digital cockpit
    For more than a decade, the automotive industry followed a clear trajectory: digitize the driving experience, replace physical controls with touchscreens and let software define the cockpit. From 2026, Europe’s most influential vehicle safety assessor will begin to reverse that logic. Under revised protocols, the European New Car Assessment Program (EuroNCAP) will explicitly reward vehicles that provide physical controls for essential driving functions, such as indicators, hazard lights, wi...
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    The evolving landscape of cathode active materials in EVs: Balancing production capacity investments amid oversupply challenges
    Cathode active materials (CAM) form the heart of lithium-ion batteries powering the global electric vehicle boom. These high-value components determine energy density, cost, performance and safety, making CAM production a critical constraint in the supply chain. As EV adoption accelerates worldwide, the CAM market stands at a pivotal juncture. Global production capacity is projected to expand at a robust 11.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), surging from 6.7 million metric tons in 2025 to...
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    EU draft policy to mandate 70% local content for EVs to qualify for subsidies
    The European Union is working on a new draft policy that aims to mandate electric vehicles to have at least 70% of their components produced within the EU, excluding batteries, to qualify for state support and subsidies. This policy is part of a broader strategy to protect the EU's €2.6 trillion manufacturing sector and to counteract challenges such as competition from low-cost Chinese products, high-energy prices, and stringent climate regulations. Additionally, the policy will is expec...
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    Brembo sign strategic cooperation agreement with JAC Group to deliver advanced braking technologies and software solutions
    On Feb. 5, Brembo entered a strategic cooperation agreement with mainland China-based vehicle manufacturer JAC Group to deliver enhanced braking technologies and advanced software solutions that meet the evolving needs of the Chinese automotive market. The partnership strengthens long-term collaboration between the two companies and fosters innovation in future vehicle platforms. The agreement represents a pivotal point for both firms, aiming to establish a broader partnership based on the sh...
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    Thyssenkrupp’s Q1 FY’2025/26 sales declines 7.7% year-over-year, adjusted EBIT up 10%
    Thyssenkrupp has reported a 7.7% year-over-year decline in sales to €7.2 billion in the first quarter of the current fiscal year 2025/26, which ended Dec. 31, 2025, reflecting the continuing weak global market environment. However, the German supplier reported a 10% year-over-year growth in adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) to €211 million, buoyed by contributions from the APEX performance program. The company concluded the first quarter with a higher net loss of €334 m...
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    Dauch reports net loss of $19.7 million in FY'2025 amid 4.7% year over year drop in sales
    Dauch Corp. previously known as American Axle & Manufacturing, released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2025. In the fourth quarter, the company’s sales remained stable at $1.38 billion, as recorded during the same period a year earlier. Dauch reported an operating loss of $33.8 million against an operating profit of $36.2 million. The company concluded the fourth quarter with a higher net loss of $75.3 milli...
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    BorgWarner wins new 48V electric cross differential program with mainland China-based OEM
    BorgWarner has secured a new electric cross differential (eXD) program with a mainland China-based original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The solution is designed specifically for a 48V system and integrates seamlessly with the OEM customer's existing 48V electrical and electronic (E/E) architecture. This supply order marks BorgWarner's first 48V eXD application within its global offerings, expanding the company's capabilities in torque management for EVs. As the EV market evolves, E/E archit...
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    Bridgestone FY’2025 net profit up 14.8% year over year despite stable revenue
    Bridgestone Corp. reported a 14.8% year-over-year increase in net profit to ¥327.3 billion (nearly $2.1 billion) in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025, as revenue remained stable at ¥4.43 trillion, reported in 2024. The Japanese tiremaker also recorded a 2.2% year-over-year growth in operating profit to ¥493.7 billion. The company reported cash flow from operating activities of ¥660.4 billion, compared with ¥548.8 billion in 2024. At the end of the financial year, Bridgestone had cas...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 16 February 2026
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    Thyssenkrupp opens new axle manufacturing plant in Bavaria, Germany
    Thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology, the automotive division of the Germany-based thyssenkrupp, opened a new axle assembly plant in Allershausen, north of Munich. The new plant represents a mid-double-digit million-euro investment and is expected to generate around 250 new jobs. The plant is dedicated to assembling front and rear axles for new BMW vehicle generations, marking a significant expansion of thyssenkrupp's production and logistics network in Germany. Thyssenkrupp Automotive Technolo...
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    Dana names Byron Foster next CEO, effective July 1; R. Bruce McDonald to remain chairman
    Dana Inc. has appointed Byron Foster as its next CEO, replacing R. Bruce McDonald, from July 1. McDonald, who has been Dana’s chairman and CEO since 2024, will maintain his position as chairman of the board of directors. Foster, currently serving as senior vice president and president of Light Vehicle Systems, Dana's largest business unit, joined the US-based company in 2021. Under his leadership, the Light Vehicle Systems unit has experienced significant sales growth and improved profit ma...
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    Hyundai, Kia and BMW recall nearly 180,000 vehicles in South Korea over software defects
    Hyundai Motor, Kia and BMW are set to voluntarily recall a total of 179,880 vehicles in South Korea from 51 different models due to software-related manufacturing defects, the Yonhap News Agency reported Feb. 11, citing the South Korean Transport Ministry. Hyundai Motor plans to recall 36,603 units of the Porter II Electric due to a software error that could affect braking performance. Additionally, Hyundai will address issues in 39,148 vehicles across 20 models, including the Grandeur and So...
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    Michelin’s FY'2026 sales declines 4.4% year over year to €26 billion
    Michelin’s sales declined by 4.4% year over year to €26 billion in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. At constant exchange rates, sales dropped 1.4%. Lower sales impacted the French tiremaker’s segment operating income, which fell 19.5% year over year to €2.7 billion, resulting in a segment operating margin of 10.5% compared to 12.4% in 2024. The company reported net income of €1.7 billion, down 11.9% year over year. Michelin experienced challenges in sales and segment operatin...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR X-CV tires for Subaru's 2026 Solterra BEV
    Yokohama Rubber has started supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment for Subaru's new Solterra battery-electric sport utility vehicle, which was launched in North America in September 2025. The 2026 model year Solterra electric SUVs come equipped with the GEOLANDAR X-CV tires in the 235/50R20 100V size. For the Japanese market, where the Solterra was launched in October 2025, Yokohama Rubber continues to supply the ADVAN V61 tires as it has for previous models. The GEOLANDAR X...
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    Stellantis takes a €22 billion hit on EV strategy reset
    Soon after Ford Motor Co. and General Motors (GM) wrote off billions of dollars due to scaling back their respective electric vehicle development plans, Stellantis announced it will take a staggering €22.2 billion hit to its balance sheet amid fading global demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The announcement came after the carmaker conducted a thorough assessment of its strategy and related costs to align its product development with real-world customer demand. The transition t...
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    Aumovio supplies Leapmotor’s B- and C-platform vehicles with advanced safety technologies
    Aumovio is supplying Leapmotor, a mainland China-based electric-car manufacturer, with a range of safety systems for its B- and C-platform vehicles. Leapmotor’s B-platform models are equipped with Aumovio's latest long-range radar, electric parking brake and airbag control unit (ACU), while the C-platform models come equipped with the MK C2 one-box brake system, long-range radar and ACU. For Leapmotor's high-volume sport utility vehicle models such as the C10, C11 and C16, Aumovio supplies ...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR SUV tires for Mitsubishi Delica D:5 minivan
    Yokohama Rubber has started supplying its GEOLANDAR sport utility vehicle tires as original equipment to Mitsubishi Motors’ newly launched Delica D:5 minivan. The new model was introduced in Japan in January and comes equipped with GEOLANDAR tires in 255/55 R18 98H size. Designed for vehicles such as small and midsize SUVs and minivans that focus on on-road driving, the GEOLANDAR SUV offers superior fuel efficiency, comfort and safety, while maintaining performance suitable for various road...
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    Goodyear reports strong Q4 2025 performance despite industry challenges
    Goodyear Tire & Rubber has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, revealing strong performance in the last quarter despite challenging industry conditions. The company achieved the highest fourth-quarter segment operating income and margin in over seven years, with net sales reaching $4.9 billion and tire unit volumes at 42.3 million. Adjusting for sales impact from divested businesses, organic net sales saw a 4% increase. Net income for the quarter was $1...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 9 February 2026
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    Aisin, Toyota Tsusho and Minth form JV in Canada for aluminum body frame parts
    Aisin Corp., Toyota Tsusho Corp. and Minth Group Ltd. have agreed to establish a joint venture named ATM Automotive Parts Inc. in Windsor, Ontario. The JV will produce aluminum body frame parts for the North American vehicle market. Aisin and Minth will own 40% each in the JV, while the remaining 20% ownership will be with Toyota Tsusho.   The aluminum body frame parts are essential components designed to securely hold and protect the batteries in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plu...
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    Nearly half of auto parts exports from India to US to attract zero duty, says Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry
    The bilateral trade agreement finalized between India and the US will see nearly half of auto parts exported to the US attracting zero duty, Autocar Professional reported, citing Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal. “Some auto parts exports will attract zero duty, while others will face an 18% tariff. Around 50% of exports will be duty-free,” Goyal said on Feb. 7.   Before the deal, Indian auto component exports to the US were subject to an average tariff of about&n...
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    Hankook Tire & Technology’s 2025 sales more than doubles to $14.7 billion after first time consolidation of Hanon Systems
    Hankook Tire & Technology, a company of South Korea-based Hankook & Company Group, reported sales of 21.2 trillion won (nearly $14.7 billion) in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025, more than double the 9.4 trillion won realized in 2024. The company recorded higher sales as it consolidated Hanon Systems' financial results from the first quarter of 2025. Hankook acquired the South Korea-based automotive thermal solutions supplier in 2024. Despite robust growth in sales, operating profi...
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    Aisin to invest $200 million to expand production in India
    Aisin Corp. and its Indian subsidiary Aisin Automotive Haryana Private Ltd. (AHL) plan to expand AHL's current plant and construct a new facility in Maharashtra, India, to grow their business in India's rapidly expanding market. The total investment for these projects is about ¥32 billion (about $200 million). Since initiating production in India in the 1990s, Aisin has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities to align with market trends and customer demands, producing and selling a variety of p...
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    BMW commences preproduction of new i3 models in Munich
    The BMW Group plant in Munich has begun producing pre-series vehicles of the new BMW i3, marking the next phase of preparation for series production, which is set to commence in the second half of 2026. Peter Weber, head of the BMW Group Plant Munich, highlighted this as a significant milestone, as it marks the first time a BMW i3 has been manufactured entirely within the plant using advanced production technology and digitally connected processes. This near-series production phase al...
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    Hyundai Mobis secures record new business orders from non-Hyundai Motor Group customers worth $9.17 billion in 2025
    In 2025, Hyundai Mobis won new business orders worth $9.17 billion from global automakers, excluding Hyundai Motor Group, which owns Hyundai Motor and Kia, surpassing its own target by 23%. This achievement was driven by substantial new orders for electrification components, an expanded supply of high-value-added electronic components, and proactive market entry into emerging economies such as mainland China and India. These results are notable given the revisions many global automakers hav...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 2 February 2026
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    Hyundai Mobis reports 6.8% year-over-year increase in 2025 revenue to $42.4 billion
    Hyundai Mobis has reported strong growth in revenue and profit in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. The leading automotive supplier from South Korea recorded a 6.8% year-over-year increase in revenue to 61.1 trillion won (nearly $42.4 billion), driving a 9.2% year-over-year increase in operating profit to 3.3 trillion won. Apart from higher revenue, Hyundai Mobis benefited from companywide cost control, which helped it to offset the impact of US tariffs. However, the company concluded the ...
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    SIAT 2026: Schaeffler India presents electrification and smart mobility solutions
    Schaeffler India Ltd., the Indian subsidiary of Germany-based motion technology company Schaeffler, is participating in the Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026, held Jan. 28–30 in Pune, Maharashtra. The company is displaying next-generation technologies for the Indian automotive industry. Schaeffler is showcasing various solutions, including electrification technologies such as drives, motors and modules; efficient powertrain solutions for internal combustion engine...
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    Continental to supply SportContact 7 and EcoContact 6 Q summer tire for new Audi A6 as standard
    Continental announced that it will supply summer tires as standard for the new Audi A6 luxury sedan. The Germany-based tiremaker will offer two options: the SportContact 7 and the EcoContact 6 Q. The SportContact 7 is designed for sporty, precise handling, with optimized rubber compounds and tread patterns that deliver excellent grip and short braking distances on dry and wet roads. Moreover, this tire is known for its stability at high speeds and has consistently earned high marks in independen...
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    Pirelli unveils new Scorpion tire for SUVs with enhanced performance and safety
    Pirelli has introduced the latest evolution of its Scorpion summer tire, specifically designed for sport utility vehicles to deliver enhanced safety, comfort and longevity. Originally launched in 1986 for high-driving-position vehicles, the Scorpion series now encompasses a variety of tires, including those for motorbikes and SUVs. The new Scorpion tire is noted for its superior performance in dry and wet conditions, achieving top rankings in independent tests by Technischer Überwachungsve...
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    Aumovio plans strategic realignment of global R&D activities, move to result in loss of 4,000 jobs
    Aumovio, the Germany-based company formed after the spinoff of Continental’s Automotive Group business in 2025, has announced a strategic realignment of its global research and development activities to ensure its competitiveness amid challenging business conditions. As part of this realignment, the company will focus its R&D expenditures on value-creating technologies, intensify development partnerships, and implement additional efficiency measures. Aumovio has also reaffirmed its goal to...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 26 January 2026
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies BluEarth-Es ES32 tires as original equipment for Suzuki Wagon R compact car
    Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying BluEarth-Es ES32 tires as original equipment (OE) for Suzuki’s Wagon compact car. This mini vehicle, which underwent a minor model change, was launched in Japan in December 2025. The Wagon R is fitted with 165/55R1575V size tires. The BluEarth-Es ES32 is part of the BluEarth YOKOHAMA global tire brand, designed to be environmentally, human and socially friendly. These tires are noted for excellent fuel efficiency and longevity, achieved by ...
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    Nexen Tire supplies original equipment tires for KG Mobility's Musso pickup truck
    Nexen Tire announced that it is supplying original equipment (OE) tires for KG Mobility's Musso pickup truck. The specific tire models being supplied are the N'Priz RH7 and the ROADIAN HTX RH5, both of which cater to the varied on- and off-road needs of pickup trucks. These tires are engineered to maintain driving stability and structural rigidity under stress and payloads up to 700 kg. The N'PRIZ RH7 is available in 18- and 20-inch models and features wide grooves for water evacuation, enhan...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies ADVAN Sport ZPS tires for Toyota GR Yaris
    Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its ADVAN Sport ZPS (Zero Pressure System) tires as original equipment (OE) to the new Toyota GR Yaris compact sports car, which was launched in the Middle East in December 2025. The tires, available in size 225/40RF18 88Y, are based on the high-performance ADVAN Sport and are run-flat, allowing the vehicle to operate even with a deflated tire. These tires offer a balance of ultrahigh-speed maneuverability, wet performance, quietness and comf...
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    ZF Group launches electric park brake production line in India
    ZF Group has inaugurated an electric park brake (EPB) production line at its Oragadam manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, India, thereby expanding into the full industrialization of electronically controlled braking systems in India for passenger cars. The line has an annual production capacity of 800,000 units and is supported by a growing Indian supplier network for precision components. ZF is supplying EPB systems, which are featured in newly launched all-electric passenger vehicles...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment for Toyota’s bZ electric SUV in North America
    Yokohama Rubber has announced the commencement of supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment (OE) fitment for Toyota Motor's bZ electric sport utility vehicle. The battery-electric model, sold in Japan as the bZ4X, was launched in the US in October 2025 as a model year 2026 vehicle. The tires, sized 235/50R20 100V, aim to achieve a high-level balance of safety, comfort, durability and fuel efficiency along with high-speed performance and drivability. For the partially redesigned...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 19 January 2026
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    JK Tyre expands passenger car tire production capacity in India
    JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has inaugurated the third phase of its capacity expansion and modernization at its passenger car radial tire manufacturing plant located in Banmore, Madhya Pradesh, India. The initiative is part of a broader investment plan by the company, exceeding 10 billion rupees (nearly $110.7 million). The inauguration ceremony was attended by executives from JK Tyre and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (MSIL), including Hisashi Takeuchi, CEO and managing dire...
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    ZF Foxconn commences e-axle assembly operations for BMW EVs in Debrecen, Hungary
    ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules has officially opened its new e-axle assembly plant in Debrecen, Hungary. The facility, which required an investment of €26.7 million, was completed in just 13 months and is dedicated to the just-in-sequence assembly of electrified front and rear axles for BMW's New Class platform. It contributes to the strategic positioning of the region as a hub for e-mobility and automotive production. The plant is expected to create a total of 550 jobs in Debrecen and Kecskem...
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    Rivian recalls over 19,600 R1S and R1T EVs in US due to assembly issue
    Rivian is recalling 19,641 previously serviced R1S and R1T electric vehicles in the US due to incorrectly assembled rear toe links, Reuters reported Jan. 8, citing the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The company is aware of only one incident involving a vehicle crash with minor injuries related to this issue.  Rivian will replace any potentially impacted rear toe links using its updated service procedure. The company will start notifyin...
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    Xpeng plans to set up overseas supply chains teams to advance its global production network
    Xpeng plans to establish independently operated overseas localized supply chain teams in European and Association of Southeast Asian Nations markets by 2026, following its 2025 launch of local production in Europe and Southeast Asia. This initiative aims to enhance overseas supply resource deployment, improve supply chain responsiveness and support Xpeng's strategy for local production abroad. The company has accelerated its international market expansion over the past two years and aims...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 12 January 2026
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    Kumho Tire partners with Ansible Motion for digital tire development
    On Jan. 5, Kumho Tire announced a partnership with Ansible Motion, a UK-based company specializing in driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulation tools, to develop next-generation digital tires using advanced digital simulation technology. This collaboration aims to enhance tire performance verification systems and strengthen competitiveness in the development of tires for electric and high-performance vehicles. The introduction of driving simulators into Kumho Tire's research and development is expecte...
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    Toyoda Gosei introduces innovative LED lamp unit that projects moving patterned lights inside vehicle interiors
    Toyoda Gosei has introduced a new LED lamp unit designed to project moving, patterned lights inside vehicle interiors. This innovation is featured in the Lexus RZ1, a battery-electric vehicle from Toyota Motor. As automakers strive to enhance the in-car experience, demand has grown for interior illumination that responds to music or sensor inputs, such as approach notifications. Toyoda Gosei has responded by applying its proprietary optical engineering expertise to create LED lamps equipped w...
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    Yokohama Rubber equips Toyota RAV4 hybrid SUV with ADVAN V61 tires
    Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is providing its ADVAN V61 tires as original equipment (OE) for Toyota Motor's new hybrid sport utility vehicle, the RAV4, which began selling globally in December 2025. These tires are fitted to the Z and Adventure models of the RAV4 and are available in 235/65R17 104H and 235/60R18 103H sizes. Launched in March 2025 and available in all markets except North America, the ADVAN V61 is part of Yokohama's global flagship ADVAN brand, designed spec...
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    China Automotive Systems unveils five-year strategic plan, targets sales to surpass $2.9 billion by 2030
    China Automotive Systems Inc. (CAAS) has announced a five-year strategic plan, the Hubei Henglong Enterprise Group 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, starting Jan. 1, 2026. The strategic plan is expected to guide the mainland China-based supplier in becoming a benchmark in global automotive intelligent steering systems by 2030. The plan emphasizes a core strategy of technology leadership and expanding global presence, with the overall objective described as "23144." This objective includes surpass...
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    Xpeng completes trial production of P7+ battery-electric vehicle model at Magna's Austrian car factory
    Chinese electric-car maker Xpeng has completed trial production of the updated P7+ electric sedan at the Graz plant in Austria. Trial production is underway as the carmaker prepares to launch the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) in Europe.  In September 2025, Xpeng announced the start of localized production in Europe, utilizing the production line of Magna Steyr, an Austrian-based subsidiary of Magna International, to manufacture the G6 and G9 sport utility vehicles. Xpeng is working w...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 5 January 2026
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 29 December 2025
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    Leapmotor secures $530 million from FAW
    Leapmotor, a leading manufacturer of new-energy vehicles (NEVs), has secured a significant investment from China FAW Group, marking a notable instance of a mainland Chinese state-owned automaker investing in an NEV startup. According to a regulatory filing, Leapmotor has signed an agreement on Dec. 28 with FAW Equity Investment, a wholly owned subsidiary of China FAW, to issue 74,832,245 domestic shares at 50.03 yuan (about $7.13) per share, raising 3.74 billion yuan. The newly rais...
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    Rear-wheel steering: Reviving a niche technology for the autonomous and electric future
    The rear-wheel-steering (RWS) system, also known as four-wheel steering, has been used in vehicles for over 50 years but has yet to achieve widespread adoption. The system relies on electronics, such as actuators, sensors and control systems, to perform steering functions, offering enhanced vehicle stability and maneuverability by allowing the rear wheels to turn either in the same direction as or opposite to the front wheels. At low speeds, typically below 30 to 40 miles per hour (mph), the ...
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    Lithium Royalty Corp. acquires 1.5% royalty on Goulamina project in Mali for A$40 million
    Lithium Royalty Corp. (LRC) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 1.5% Trailing Product Sales Fee (TPSF) royalty on the Goulamina lithium project in Mali from Leo Lithium Ltd. for A$40 million. The Goulamina project is operated by Ganfeng Lithium Co. Ltd., a significant player in the lithium market, and is expected to produce up to 500,000 metric tons of spodumene concentrate per annum. The transaction is structured to be completed in two phases, with the initial payment of A$2...
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    Zeekr delists from NYSE, completes merger with Geely
    Zeekr Group has finalized its merger with leading mainland Chinese automaker Geely Automobile Holdings, becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the latter and ceasing to be a publicly traded company. Following the merger, Zeekr has requested the NYSE to suspend trading of its American Depositary Shares (ADS) by Dec. 22, 2025, and to notify the SEC of its delisting and deregistration of securities. This merger is part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's broader restructuring strategy, which aims t...
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    Hyundai Motor appoints Manfred Harrer as the president and head of R&D division
    Hyundai Motor Group has announced executive appointments for 2026, aiming to accelerate its transformation into a software-driven mobility group and bolster its leadership in technology and research and development. The appointments focus on promoting experts in key business areas to address global uncertainties. Manfred Harrer will become president and head of the R&D Division, enhancing Hyundai's software-defined vehicle  (SDV) competitiveness through collaboration in software domains...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 22 December 2025
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    Automotive suppliers sustain margins amid slower growth in 2025
    Automotive component suppliers demonstrated resilience during the first nine months of 2025 (January–September), navigating a period of moderating top-line growth while effectively enhancing profitability, compared to the strong performance in the corresponding period of 2024. While overall revenue growth decelerated from the double-digit pace observed earlier, the industry managed to expand its collective operating margins, reflecting a strong focus on operational efficiencies and cost manage...
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    CES 2026: ZF will present Active Noise Reduction software
    At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, scheduled to take place from Jan. 6 to 9, 2026, in Las Vegas, ZF will present its new Active Noise Reduction software for vehicle chassis, setting a new benchmark in reducing in-cabin tire noise. Unlike traditional solutions that rely on added dampening hardware, ZF’s innovation uses mechatronic actuators and advanced algorithms to minimize noise directly at its source. The system leverages ZF’s Smart Chassis Sensor, which detects vibrations fr...
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    US Justice Department settles import tariff dispute with Wanxiang America
    The US Justice Department (US DOJ) has reached a settlement with Wanxiang America, a wholly owned subsidiary of mainland China-based auto parts supplier Wanxiang Group Corp., Reuters reported Dec. 18. This settlement concerns import tariffs on wheel hub assemblies and other parts imported from mainland China over a five-year period. The US government alleged that Wanxiang America had incorrectly classified its imported wheel hub assemblies and failed to disclose that these parts were subject ...
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    China Automotive Systems secures contract to supply electric power steering in South America
    China Automotive Systems Inc. (CAAS), a supplier of power steering components and systems in mainland China, announced that its subsidiary, Hubei Henglong Automotive System Group, has secured a contract for its column-assist electric power steering (C-EPS) project. The contract is for a new vehicle platform from a South American automotive manufacturer, marking CAAS' first significant entry into the South American automotive supply chain with its EPS systems. The new supply order support...
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    2026 Automotive Supplier Outlook
    In the wake of another tumultuous year for the global automotive industry, this report provides unfiltered insights directly from the front lines. S&P Global Mobility’s Matthew Beecham engaged with 59 senior executives from across the automotive supply chain to capture their experiences and strategies. Now in its third year, this comprehensive end-of-year analysis outlines the operational and strategic challenges suppliers faced in 2025 and how they are preparing for 2026. The suppliers...
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    Nissan begins production of third-generation LEAF EVs in the UK
    Japanese automaker Nissan has commenced production of its third-generation LEAF electric vehicles at its Sunderland-based manufacturing plant in the UK, bringing its EV36Zero plan to life, the company announced Dec. 16. Nissan first launched its ambitious EV36Zero plan in July 2021. The plan committed an investment of £1 billion in Sunderland to establish the company’s flagship EV manufacturing hub based on sustainability guidelines. The EV36Zero plan included setting up a highly auto...
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    NHTSA probes Jeep recall over faulty rear coil spring repairs
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into the recall of 331,401 Jeep vehicles over improperly installed rear coil springs, Reuters reported. Rear coil springs play a critical role in supporting a vehicle’s weight and absorbing road impacts. If incorrectly installed, a spring can detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. The recall, issued in June 2023, affected certain 2022–2023 Jeep Grand C...
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    2026 Automotive Analyst Outlook
    S&P Global Mobility’s 2026 Automotive Analyst Outlook presents a comprehensive collection of insights, reflections and forward-looking perspectives from our team of analysts. Drawing on a year marked by volatility, innovation and adaptation, our experts examine how the global automotive industry navigated the challenges and opportunities of 2025 — from supply chain disruptions and regulatory shifts to the evolving landscape of electrification, connectivity and consumer preferences. Throu...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 15 December 2025
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    Nexteer organizes Global Strategy Summit in mainland China
    Nexteer Automotive held its Global Strategy Summit in Suzhou, mainland China, highlighting its dedication to leveraging the rapidly evolving market to enhance innovation, agility and supply chain resiliency. This was the first time the US-based automotive supplier held its annual event in mainland China, reflecting Nexteer's effort to align globally and support original equipment manufacturer customers amid accelerated market transformations. Li Jun, senior vice president, chief strategy offi...
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    Goodyear and Citroën collaborate to unveil ELO concept car with advanced Eagle Xplore tire technology
    Goodyear collaborated with Stellantis’ Citroën for the introduction of the Citroën ELO concept car, which serves as an experimental platform for the French car brand's future innovations. This partnership includes the development of Goodyear's Eagle Xplore, a bespoke concept tire that combines advanced connectivity and design. The tire features a unique orange sidewall pigment that matches the vehicle's signature color and integrates Goodyear SightLine, a suite of tire intelligence technolog...
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    Rimac Technology confirms developing solid-state battery for Bugatti, aims for launch by 2030
    Rimac Technology, a division of the Croatian carmaker Rimac Group, is developing a solid-state battery for Bugatti, Autocar magazine reported Dec. 9, citing an interview with Nurdin Pitarevic, COO of the company. Pitarevic said that Rimac Technology is already well advanced in developing a new range of solid-state batteries. The company is collaborating with cell-maker ProLogium and Mitsubishi, aiming for market release late in the decade. Pitarevic anticipates the first application of these bat...
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    Superior Industries completes acquisition by term loan investors, appoints new CEO
    Superior Industries has completed the acquisition by a group of its term loan investors, including Oaktree Capital Management. This transaction involves converting a significant portion of the investors' term loans into equity and terminating the company's preferred stock, effectively creating a robust capital structure to enhance long-term growth in the global wheel industry. As part of this development, Majdi Abulaban has resigned as CEO of Superior Industries with immediate effect. The US-...
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    Pirelli supplies bespoke P Zero tires for Porsche 911 GT3
    Pirelli is supplying its P Zero tires, specifically designed for the Porsche 911 range, to the latest offering from the German-based sports car manufacturer: The 911 GT3 model. The Italian tiremaker is offering two tires for the Porsche 911 GT3, the P Zero R and P Zero Trofeo RS, each tailored to specific needs. The P Zero R caters to the sportiest vehicles and is suitable for daily driving. It offers high performance in various conditions, including wet surfaces, attributable to it...
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    General Motors begins production of all-new Chevy Spark electric utility vehicle in Brazil
    General Motors (GM) has started production of the all-new Chevy Spark electric utility vehicle (EUV) at Comexport's Planta Automotiva do Ceará (PACE) in Horizonte, Ceará, Brazil. The plant, which is contracted by GM Brazil, will assemble Chevrolet's zero-emissions crossover. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. GM South America President Santiago Chamorro emphasized that this move aligns with Brazil's competitiveness, technology a...
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    Ford signs pact with Renault on joint development of electric cars and commercial vehicles for Europe
    Announcing its strategy for the European market, Ford Motor Co. has signed a strategic partnership with French carmaker Renault Group to jointly develop electric passenger cars and electric commercial vehicles.  Ford said that its strategy for Europe is structured around three main pillars: Bolstering the successful Ford Pro Commercial Vehicle division, expanding the Ford passenger car lineup with new vehicles, and optimizing the industrial system for scale and efficiency. ...
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    CES 2026: Hyundai Mobis to showcase over 30 advanced mobility technologies
    Hyundai Mobis is set to present over 30 advanced automotive technologies at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 event in Las Vegas, scheduled from Jan. 6 to 9, 2026. The leading automotive supplier from South Korea will operate its booth as a private exhibit for invited customers, focusing on meaningful business opportunities with key North American clients. Under the theme Layer of Progress, Hyundai Mobis aims to showcase how its technologies connect and evolve, highlighting innovations...
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    Sany Group and Pony.ai unveil fourth-generation autonomous heavy-duty truck ready for mass production
    Sany Group has announced that its fourth-generation autonomous heavy-duty truck, developed in collaboration with Pony.ai, is close to being ready for mass production, with commercial operations expected to begin in 2026. This development is anticipated to solidify China's leadership in autonomous freight and further the digital, intelligent and environmentally friendly transformation of the logistics industry. The new autonomous truck model represents significant technical integration between...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 8 December 2025
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    Astemo Americas opens new sales and engineering office in Ohio, US
    Astemo Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan-based automotive supplier Astemo, announced the opening of a new sales and engineering office in East Liberty, Ohio, US. The facility is located next to an independent test course operated by Transportation Research Center Inc. and is designed to enhance local technical development and collaboration with customers. The new office will function as both a sales office and a development site, featuring office space for employees and two garage ...
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    ZF Group’s nine-month revenue declines 8.1% year over year to €28.9 billion
    ZF Group’s sales declined 8.1% to €28.9 billion in the first nine months of 2025. About 6% of the sales decline was attributed to M&A effects, notably the closure of the ZF Chassis Modules joint venture with Foxconn in April 2024. After adjusting for currency and M&A effects, organic revenue decreased by 0.6% year over year. Performance was affected by tariffs, geopolitical risks and a decline in volume across several segments.  Sales in Europe improved marginally by 1% year ...
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    New Renault Clio to feature Continental EcoContact 7 tires as standard
    Renault is equipping its latest-generation Clio compact car with Continental tires as standard. The sixth-generation small car will feature Continental's EcoContact 7 tires, available in 16-inch and 18-inch sizes, as original equipment. The EcoContact 7 tire, offered in dimensions of 195/60 R1693H XL FR and 205/45 R1890H XL FR, has received top ratings for fuel efficiency and rolling noise according to the EU tire label. The high-energy efficiency of the EcoContact 7 is attributed to its newl...
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    Sodecia Aapico JV invests $120 million in South Carolina manufacturing facility in US to serve Scout Motors
    The Sodecia Aapico Joint Venture, a joint venture company between Portugal-based Sodecia and Thailand-based Aapico, has announced plans to invest $120 million to construct a new manufacturing facility in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, the US. The 400,000-square-foot plant will produce ladder frames for Scout Motors and is expected to create nearly 400 new jobs. Established in May, the joint venture combines the strengths of both companies to serve Scout Motors, which is rev...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies BluEarth-FE tires as original equipment for Nissan's new Roox minivehicle
    Yokohama Rubber has begun supplying its BluEarth-FE AE30 tires as original equipment (OE) for Nissan Motor’s new minivehicle, the Roox, which launched in August. Select versions of the minivehicle are equipped with tires sized 155/65R1475S. The BluEarth-FE AE30, a part of the BluEarth YOKOHAMA global tire brand, is designed to be environmentally friendly, offering excellent fuel efficiency along with key performance features such as quietness, comfort, a smooth ride and durability. Yokoh...
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    Bridgestone plans to launch two premium passenger car tires for Japanese market in February 2026
    Bridgestone Corp. has announced the upcoming launch of two new premium passenger car tires — Potenza RE-71RZ and Potenza Adrenalin RE005 — in Japan in February 2026. The Potenza RE-71RZ will be available in 61 sizes and is designed to offer outstanding driving performance with precise control, suitable for both circuit racing and public road safety. It inherits the legacy of the RE-71R and aims to provide top-tier street radial capabilities. Developed with insights from Jap...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 1 December 2025
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    Indian government proposes stringent requirements for assessing safety ratings of new vehicles under Bharat NCAP 2.0
    The Indian government has proposed changes to the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP) framework to expand the scope of passenger vehicle safety star ratings. These changes, detailed in a new draft released by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Nov. 21, highlight the need for modern vehicles to prevent accidents, protect vulnerable road users and support occupants after a crash to achieve higher star ratings. In the current Bharat NCAP framework, effec...
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    Automotive industry faces looming supply shock as DRAM makers pivot to AI-centric HBM
    The automotive industry faces renewed turbulence as the Nexperia chip shortage disrupts supply chains already strained since the 2021–2022 crisis. While the industry is only now closing out the latest shortage episode linked to Nexperia components, a more disruptive challenge is emerging: a potential shortage of automotive DRAM chips beginning in the first quarter of 2026. Suppliers are increasingly reallocating wafer capacity toward high bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI data centers, where profi...
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    Aumovio's nine-month adjusted EBIT more than doubles to €409 million despite drop in sales
    Aumovio reported a positive business performance in the first nine months of the current financial year ended Sept. 30, 2025, marking a solid beginning as an independent company. While sales declined 4.6% year over year to €14 billion, the Germany-based supplier recorded strong growth in adjusted earnings before interest and tax to €409 million, more than double compared to €166 million in the first nine months of 2024. The adjusted EBIT margin increased to 2.9%, driven by a higher gr...
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    Hyundai signs third MOU with Michelin to advance tire technology for future mobility
    Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has signed a third memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Michelin to accelerate tire technology innovations for the future mobility market. This agreement extends the partnership established through previous MOUs signed in 2017 and 2022. Under the new partnership, which spans three years, Hyundai and Michelin will collaborate on various projects. These include joint research and development of extreme low-rolling resistance tires to enhance fuel efficiency, as well ...
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    Hankook Tire partners with Rotoboost for low-carbon tire materials development
    On Nov. 20, Hankook Tire signed a memorandum of understanding with Rotoboost, a Finland-based company working to promote a sustainable energy future, to jointly develop a low-carbon-footprint carbon material for use in tire production. With this collaboration, the South Korean tiremaker aims to advance technologies to reduce CO2 emissions during raw material acquisition, aligning with its 2050 Net-Zero strategy. The agreement targets the development of ...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 24 November 2025
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    JBM Group forms JV with Sodecia to establish hot stamping facility in Pune, India
    Indian auto parts supplier JBM Group has finalized a joint venture with Portugal-based Sodecia Automotive International to establish a hot stamping manufacturing facility in Chakan, near Pune in Maharashtra, India, Autocar Professional reported Nov. 20. The two partners have laid the foundation stone for the new plant at JBM Group's Neel Metal Products Ltd. facility in Chakan. This JV entails an investment of 1.5 billion rupees (nearly $16.7 million), with the facility expected to be operational...
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    Continental's PremiumContact C tire approved for Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUV
    Continental has announced that its PremiumContact C tire has received original equipment approval for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUV. The tire, offered in the 285/45 R21 113 V size and marked with XL for increased load capacity and a rim protection rib, aims to ensure safety and efficiency for this large electric SUV. Designed for the warmer season and heavy SUVs and crossover vehicles, the PremiumContact C offers reliability, comfort and improved mileage. It features a robust design to mee...
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    Continental targets reduced tire wear through innovative technologies and industry partnerships
    Continental is advancing efforts to minimize tire wear through innovative technologies and participation in industry initiatives, resulting in reduced environmental impact. An analysis by the German motoring club Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC) of 160 tested products found that Continental tires abrade 11% less material than the average competitor tire. Intensive research has played a significant role in this progress. For example, Continental partnered with the Technical Universi...
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    Nexteer Automotive launches APAC Smart Manufacturing Project in Suzhou, mainland China
    Nexteer Automotive has commenced the APAC Smart Manufacturing Project at Suzhou Industrial Park in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, mainland China, to enhance its smart manufacturing capabilities and operational agility. This development follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding in September and represents progress toward a more integrated production footprint. The project reflects Nexteer's commitment to innovation, quality and sustainable development in mainland China and the Asia-Pacific ...
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    Goodyear's Q3 2025 net loss widens to $2.2 billion on deferred tax asset valuation allowance and higher goodwill impairment charges
    Goodyear Tire & Rubber’s net loss increased sharply to $2.2 billion in the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $37 million a year earlier. The higher net loss includes a $1.4 billion noncash deferred tax asset valuation allowance and a $674 million noncash goodwill impairment charge. Adjusted net income for the quarter stood at $82 million, down from $102 million in the previous year. The US-based tiremaker reported a 3.7% year-over-year decline in net sa...
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    Hankook equips Volkswagen's Tiguan and Tayron with Ventus evo SUV tires
    Hankook Tire is supplying its Ventus evo SUV tires as original equipment for Volkswagen's Tiguan and Tayron models. The tire sizes range from 17 to 20 inches, catering to different versions of these popular sport utility vehicles. The Tayron, available in five or seven-seater versions, is also equipped with these tires. The South Korean tiremaker developed the Ventus evo SUV tires for Volkswagen’s SUV models at its Technology Center in Hanover, Germany. Hankook Tire collaborated with the Ge...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 17 November 2025
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    Linamar completes acquisition of select assets of Aludyne North America
    Linamar Corp. has completed the previously announced acquisition of select assets from Aludyne North America. The strategic acquisition enhances Linamar's Structures and Chassis business by incorporating advanced capabilities in aluminum casting, precision machining and product design. The assets acquired from Aludyne include a range of structural components such as knuckles, subframes, control arms and axle housings. This aligns with Linamar’s strategic focus on developing propulsion-agnos...
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    Yokohama Rubber’s nine-month 2025 sales revenue up 12% year over year to $5.9 billion
    Yokohama Rubber reported a 12% year-over-year increase in sales revenue to ¥877.2 billion (nearly $5.9 billion) in the first nine months of the current financial year ended Sept. 30, 2025. Higher sales revenue helped the Japan-based tiremaker record a 20.8% year-over-year increase in business profit to ¥100.7 billion and a 6.9% year-over-year growth in operating profit to ¥91.7 billion. The increase in consolidated business profit is largely due to robust performance in existing businesses...
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    BorgWarner expands collaboration with Chery on advanced all-wheel-drive solutions
    BorgWarner has secured several contracts with Chery to supply advanced all-wheel drive (AWD) technologies, including its torque-on-demand transfer case with mechanical lock (Mlock TOD) and the Gen VI Cross Wheel Drive (XWD) system. The mass production of these technologies is scheduled to commence in 2027, which will further deepen the partnership between BorgWarner and Chery. Isabelle McKenzie, vice president of BorgWarner Inc. and president and general manager of Drivetrain and Mors...
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    Bridgestone’s nine-month 2025 net profit declines 19.5% year over year to $1.4 billion
    Bridgestone’s net profit declined 19.5% year over year to ¥203.5 billion (nearly $1.4 billion) in the nine-month period of the current financial year ended on Sept. 30, 2025. The company also recorded a 22.6% year-over-year drop in operating profit to ¥291.7 billion. Bridgestone reported a sharp decline in earnings in the first nine months of 2025 as revenue fell by 1.1% year over year to ¥3.23 trillion. However, at ¥368.4 billion, adjusted operating profit increased by 4.3% compared with ...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies BluEarth-FE AE30 tires for Mitsubishi's eK Space mini vehicle
    Yokohama Rubber has started supplying its BluEarth-FE AE30 tires as original equipment for Mitsubishi Motors' new mini vehicle, the eK Space, which was launched in October. The mini vehicle will feature 155/65R14 75S size tires. The BluEarth-FE AE30 tire is part of the BluEarth YOKOHAMA global tire brand and is designed to be environmentally friendly, offering improved fuel efficiency and a balance of performance features, including quietness, comfort, a smooth ride and durability. Yokoham...
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    Honda recalls over 406,000 Civic vehicles for potential wheel detachment risk
    Honda is recalling 406,290 vehicles due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the wheels to detach, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. The recall pertains to Civic vehicles from model years 2016–2021, as per a recall notice issued on Nov. 6 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The issue involves some vehicles equipped with accessory aluminum wheels that may not have the correct steel bolt seats, which can cause the lug nuts to loosen and potentially lead to ...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 10 November 2025
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