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    From ‘eyes-off’ hype to ‘hands-free’ reality: Premium OEMs bet big on L2+
    While automakers from China to North America have publicly confirmed their intentions to pursue Level 3, others most notably the early adopter German premiums are subtly easing off their Level 3 ambitions as their latest Level 2+ systems come to market. BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Stellantis all went to market with highly publicized Level 3 plans, and both German automakers have Level 3 systems in market today in very limited availability. But each has discovered that the combination of high cos...
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    BEV-native leadership and established OEM transition in SDV readiness
    The recent adoption by many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of an electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture based on zone controllers supporting a software-defined vehicle (SDV) is slowly replacing distributed electronic control architectures that rely on small pieces of control code housed and distributed widely inside isolated electronic control units (ECUs). This new approach centralizes the hardware processing and memory in fewer, more powerful control units that will house functional...
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    Xpeng launches 2026 MONA M03 sedan with upgraded range and intelligent driving features
    Xpeng Motors has officially launched the 2026 MONA M03, an updated version of its entry-level sedan, priced from 119,800 yuan to 151,800 yuan (approximately $16,500-$20,900) across six variants. The Ultra SE variant is scheduled to begin deliveries in August. The model targets younger buyers by combining competitive pricing with upgraded AI-driven driving capabilities, an improved maximum range of 640 km (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle [CLTC]) and enhanced smart features, alongside a s...
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    India’s Ola Electric unveils in-house developed LFP battery cell in 46100 cylindrical format
    India's Ola Electric Mobility Ltd. has announced in-house development of a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell in the 46100 cylindrical format. The company described the new 46100 LFP cell as a cell with a larger form factor compared to its existing nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) cell. Ola's regulatory filing said that this newly developed 46100 format LFP cell is ready for commercial deployment and is expected to start entering Ola Electric's product lineup from next quarter. Th...
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    BMW prepares its Munich plant to produce all-electric i3 sedan
    BMW Group Plant Munich is nearing a major milestone in its transformation, with the start of series production of the BMW i3, the second model in the Neue Klasse range. The production is scheduled to start in August. This marks the beginning of the rollout of the Neue Klasse within the BMW Group's global production network. Milan Nedeljković, member of the BMW AG management board, Production, said that the BMW iFACTORY provides a consistent, strategic framework for production, suppor...
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    Excelfore delivers OTA and remote diagnostics platform for new Tata Sierra
    Excelfore has announced the deployment of a comprehensive, standards-based over-the-air (OTA) software update and remote diagnostics platform for Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), launching with the new Tata Sierra. This initiative is presented as a major step in operationalizing software-defined vehicle (SDV) capabilities at a production scale. The new Tata Sierra is described as reflecting a shift from static vehicle programs to continuously evolving platforms. It is engineered from in...
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    Microvast, Iveco Group deepen partnership, announce next-generation battery technology
    Microvast Holdings Inc. and Iveco Group NV have expanded their long-standing partnership focused on advancing electric battery solutions across Europe, a collaboration that has been ongoing since 2017 and has aimed to deliver sustainable transportation and support the transition toward electrified fleets. The partnership initially centered on the Iveco eDaily project, for which Microvast supplied battery systems based on VDA modules and 52-ampere-hour (Ah) cells. This platform remains in...
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    V-Green partners with Vikki Bank to expand EV charging and battery-swapping network in Vietnam
    V-Green Global Charging Station Development JSC and Vikki Digital Bank have formed a strategic partnership to develop electric vehicle charging stations and battery-swapping infrastructure to support the growth of Vietnam's EV ecosystem. As part of the agreement, Vikki will provide land at its locations for V-Green to install and operate EV charging stations and battery-swapping cabinets and will offer financial solutions to support V-Green's investment and operations. The collaboration is...
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    Gotion and partners launch heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France
    Gotion, Green Power Morocco (GPM) and Chery Heavy Trucks have signed an agreement in Rabat, Morocco, to develop a heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France to advance lower-emission cross-continental freight. The 2,000-km route will connect Agadir in southern Morocco through the Port of Tangier to Perpignan in southern France, a corridor that is served by about 2,000 heavy trucks daily. The partners plan to phase in electric trucks and supporting infrastructure to reduce ...
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    LG Energy Solution sues Volvo Cars in South Korea over battery patent dispute
    LG Energy Solution has filed a patent lawsuit against Volvo Cars over vehicles equipped with mainland Chinese batteries. According to industry sources, the company recently sought a preliminary injunction to block alleged patent infringement by Volvo Korea. The case involves the electric sport utility vehicle EX30, which uses prismatic nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) batteries manufactured by mainland Chinese battery-maker Sunwoda. In addition to the injunction request, LG Energy Solution submi...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 6 April 2026
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    US government tweaks how tariff on metal imports are calculated
    On April 2, 2026, US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to change how tariffs on metal imports are calculated and to address what senior administration officials described as efforts by foreign metal producers to circumvent import duties. The 50% duties on aluminum, steel and copper imports imposed in 2025 have added billions of dollars in costs for automakers and suppliers, increased complexity for manufacturers in calculating tariffs and contributed to some vehicle price increases, a...
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    CATL partners with logistics company STO Express to promote fleet electrification
    The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, and Chinese logistics company STO Express have signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Ningde, Fujian province, where CATL is headquartered, to promote fleet electrification. According to an announcement April 3, the partnership will focus on green logistics, vehicle electrification, charging and battery swap facility networks and full life-cycle battery management, with the aim of addressing high fuel costs in mainline logistics transportat...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR X-CV tires for Toyota C-HR electric SUV
    Yokohama Rubber is supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment to Toyota Motor for use on the all-new C-HR battery-electric sport utility vehicle, which was launched in North America in March. The electric SUV is fitted with tires in 235/50R20 100V size. The GEOLANDAR X-CV focuses on high-speed performance and drivability while achieving a high level of balance among safety, comfort, durability and fuel efficiency. It represents a new generation in highway terrain tires meeting t...
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    Jaguar Land Rover, Chery revive Freelander as independent EV brand in mainland China
    The joint venture between Chery Automobile and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced the revival of the Freelander brand, unveiling an aggressive product road map aimed at mainland China's luxury electric vehicle market. At an event in Shanghai on March 31, Freelander was elevated to an independent brand that will roll out six EV models over the next five years, averaging one new vehicle every six months, with the first model slated to debut in mainland China in the second half of 2026. To suppor...
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    Geely Tech EU and 3SS launch entertainment hub for Zeekr across Europe
    Geely Technology Europe, the European research and development center of Geely Auto Group, previously known as Zeekr Technology Europe, and 3SS have announced the launch of Zeekr's Entertainment Hub, a next-generation in-car media platform being rolled out across multiple Zeekr models in Europe. The platform combines Geely Technology Europe's intelligent software expertise with 3SS' 3Ready Automotive platform and is presented as a significant step in Zeekr's progress toward software-defined vehi...
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    BMW plans to relocate recycling center to Wackersdorf site in Germany
    BMW is relocating its Recycling and Dismantling Center (RDC) from Unterschleißheim to the company's Wackersdorf site, both in Bavaria, Germany, where it will significantly expand the facility into a technologically advanced competence center for circularity. Commissioning of the new site is scheduled for early 2029. “Our new competence center in Wackersdorf will be a core component of our circular value chain and will help make the mobility of the future more&...
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    Volvo Cars to consolidate global production of Polestar 3 electric SUV at Ridgeville plant in US
    Volvo Cars and Polestar will consolidate the global production of the Polestar 3 all-electric sport utility vehicle at Volvo Cars' plant in Ridgeville outside Charleston in South Carolina, US. The Polestar 3 is also produced in Chengdu, mainland China. Both Volvo Cars and Polestar are owned by the mainland Chinese automotive group Zhejiang Geely Holding Group. This change further reinforces the strategic role of Volvo's US plant as a key manufacturing site for Volvo Cars and Polestar, enabled...
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    Valeo launches new electric powertrain manufacturing line in Pune, India
    Valeo has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing line dedicated to electric powertrain systems at its Pune, India, plant in the presence of Velusamy R, president, Automotive Business, Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd.; and Xavier Dupont, Valeo Power Division CEO. Valeo has been selected by Mahindra to provide the electric powertrain for its new Born Electric platform. The Pune facility features highly advanced manufacturing capabilities to produce the 3-in-1 electric axle (e-axle), inte...
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    Toyota to join Daimler Truck and Volvo Group as equal shareholders in Cellcentric
    Daimler Truck AG, the Volvo Group, Cellcentric and Toyota Motor Corp. have signed a nonbinding agreement to cooperate in the fuel-cell system joint venture Cellcentric, the three companies said in a joint announcement on March 31. The three automakers intend to collaborate based on an equal shareholding with Toyota as the third JV partner to Cellcentric. The partnership aims to develop, produce and commercialize fuel-cell systems for heavy-duty vehicles and other heavy-duty applications wi...
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    Nissan recalls new LEAF in Japan over high-voltage battery safety risk
    On March 27, Nissan issued a recall in Japan for the new LEAF due to a high-voltage battery issue. In a statement, the automaker said the recall was due to improperly manufactured electrode plates used in the battery cells, which could cause fragments to adhere to the modules. If the battery is repeatedly charged, it can short-circuit, triggering a malfunction warning or, in the worst-case scenario, overheating or even catching fire. Only one fire has been reported, involv...
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    DENSO adopts new mid-term management plan CORE 2030, targeting sales of $50 billion, operating margin of over 10%
    On March 31, 2026, DENSO Corp.'s board of directors approved a new mid-term management plan, called CORE 2030, covering the fiscal years 2026/27 through 2030/31. Under the new management plan, the Japan-based leading automotive supplier aims to achieve sales of over ¥8 trillion, an operating profit margin exceeding 10%, and a return on equity (ROE) exceeding 11%. For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, DENSO is expecting sales of ¥7.4 trillion, an operating profit margin of 7.2%, and an R...
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    Seat & Cupra starts battery system series production at Martorell for electric urban models
    Seat & Cupra has begun series production of battery systems at its Martorell, Spain, plant, marking the final step before the series production of the Cupra Raval, which is described as the first model of the Brand Group Core's Electric Urban Car Family and is scheduled to hit the streets this summer. The same battery systems will also power the Volkswagen (VW) ID. Polo, the other electric model to be manufactured at this facility. According to Markus Haupt, CEO of Seat & Cupra, this ...
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    Hyundai Motor Group and SK On name US battery JV Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America
    Hyundai Motor Group and SK On have officially named their US battery joint venture Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America, abbreviated as HSBMA. The announcement was made in a LinkedIn post by Hyundai-SK America Green Power Energy, which had been the JV's provisional name, stating that the finalized name is HSBMA. The JV, unveiled April 25, 2023, is owned equally by Hyundai Motor Group and SK On, with each holding a 50% stake. The facility in Bartow County, Georgia, is more than 90% co...
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    General Motors extends Factory ZERO EV plant shutdown amid weaker demand and layoffs
    General Motors (GM) is idling its Detroit electric vehicle plant, known as Factory ZERO, until April 13, extending downtime that began on March 16. A GM spokesperson said Factory ZERO will temporarily adjust production to align EV production with market demand, and the temporary layoff affects 1,300 workers. The plant produces vehicles, including the Chevrolet Silverado EV and Hummer EV, and has experienced choppy production over the last year as GM confronts waning demand for battery-powered...
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    Building resilient automotive supply chains: lessons from an era of disruption
    For much of the past three decades, the global automotive industry pursued a single organizing principle: efficiency. Supply chains stretched across continents, inventories shrank to a minimum, and production schedules ran with metronomic precision. Components flowed from thousands of suppliers in tightly choreographed sequences, allowing manufacturers to build increasingly complex vehicles at ever lower cost. Then the shocks began. The Fukushima earthquake and tsunami first exposed the fr...
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    Kia commences production of all-electric EV2 in Europe
    South Korean carmaker Kia has begun production of the EV2, its second fully electric vehicle to be assembled in Europe, marking another step in Kia's electrification strategy for the region. The B-segment sport utility vehicle is being assembled at Kia Slovakia following a modernization program on the production lines that was completed in 2025. Soohang Chang, president and CEO at Kia Europe, said the start of production for the EV2 continues to verify the company's technical cap...
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    BYD secures a new 2.6-GWh energy storage order in Chile
    BYD has obtained a new order to supply energy storage systems (ESS) for a clean energy project in Chile, representing further progress for its expanding energy storage business. The Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) and battery-maker partnered with Spanish renewable energy firm Grenergy to secure the new 2.6 gigawatt-hours overseas order, according to a statement on March 27. BYD will provide 468 of its MC Cube-T energy storage systems to the Central Oasis solar-plus-storage project ...
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    Adoption of semisolid batteries expand to light trucks in mainland China
    The adoption of semisolid-state batteries in mainland China is extending from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, specifically the light truck sector, thanks to CALB's newly launched solid-liquid hybrid battery, which powers Chery Automobile's light trucks. The development is described as one of the first large-scale applications of semisolid-state battery technology in light commercial vehicles (LCVs), broadening its commercial use. According to the report, CALB's semisolid...
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    Geotab launches hardware-free, native telematics solution for Hyundai in Europe
    Geotab has announced the launch of its integrated solution for Hyundai vehicles across Europe, using original equipment manufacturer-embedded telematics already built into supported Hyundai models to transmit data directly to the MyGeotab platform. This removes the need for retrofitting additional hardware and eliminates aftermarket equipment and installation expenses, providing a cost advantage for fleets. The collaboration enables fleets to manage their Hyundai vehicles, including internal ...
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    India urges automakers and suppliers to curb fuel use and shift from oil amid Iran war impact
    India has asked automakers and parts suppliers to tighten production schedules to conserve fuel amid fears of shortages caused by disrupted oil and gas imports from the Gulf due to the Iran war, Reuters reported March 27, citing a government memo dated March 25 seen by the news agency. The heavy industries ministry has also urged companies to shift factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity and to use recycled aluminum or alternative materials as shortages and costs rise. For Indi...
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    Stellantis production disrupted by dispute with chassis module supplier ZF over payments
    A payment dispute between Stellantis ZF Chassis Modules (Windsor) has halted production at Stellantis' Toluca plant in Mexico for over two weeks and is threatening the automaker’s operations in Canada, CBT News reported March 27, citing a lawsuit filed by the Germany-based supplier in Michigan, US. Stellantis said the Toluca facility, which produces the Jeep Compass and Cherokee sport utility vehicle, has been shut down since March 14 after the supplier stopped shipping suspension modules a...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 30 March 2026
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    Jaguar Land Rover temporarily halts production at Solihull plant due to supplier constraints
    Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), owned by Tata Motors, has temporarily halted production on certain vehicle lines at its Solihull manufacturing facility in the UK due to a supply constraint from an unnamed supplier. The company, in a regulatory filing by Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., did not specify the duration of the production pause but assured that the disruption is short-term and limited in scope. Efforts are underway to resolve the issue swiftly with the supplier to minimize impacts on c...
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    Volkswagen Group subsidiary PowerCo appoints René Reif as new COO
    Volkswagen (VW) Group’s subsidiary PowerCo SE has appointed René Reif as its new COO and member of the executive board with effect from April 1, the company announced March 25. This decision was approved by the supervisory board of PowerCo, VW said in a note, adding that Reif has been working for PowerCo since 2025 and was most recently responsible for the construction of the St. Thomas gigafactory in Canada. Previously, Reif worked for Daimler AG for over 30 years in mul...
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    CLEPA survey shows automotive suppliers face higher profitability challenges in 2026
    Nearly one in four automotive suppliers in Europe expects to report losses in 2026, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) reported in its Spring 2026 Pulse Check survey. According to the survey, 76% of automotive suppliers anticipate profitability below the sustainable level of 5%, a slight decline from the 70% noted in the previous survey in autumn 2025. Additionally, the percentage of suppliers expecting negative profitability has risen to 24%, up from 15%.  To manag...
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    Sony Honda Mobility halts Afeela EV development amid Honda’s strategy shift
    Sony Honda Mobility, a joint venture between Sony and Honda, has decided to halt the development of its Afeela electric vehicles following Honda's decision to reduce its EV plans. Honda's recent strategy shift includes a substantial writedown of up to ¥2.5 trillion (about $15.7 billion), leading to its first annual loss in over 70 years. This move comes amid diminishing support for EVs in the US and lower-than-expected demand in Europe, which has also impacted other automakers such as Ford a...
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    Tesla and SpaceX to build advanced chip facility Terafab in Austin
    Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans for Tesla and SpaceX to develop an advanced chip facility in Austin, Texas, known as Terafab, in response to the growing need for computing power amid a global chip shortage. Terafab will consist of two facilities, each producing a specific chip design. One will focus on AI chips for Tesla's electric vehicles and Optimus humanoid robots, and the other on AI chips for SpaceX's space-based data centers. Musk emphasized the necessity of Terafab by stating that wi...
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    BAIC unveils sodium-ion batteries with 450-km range in mainland China
    Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC Group) has unveiled further details about its sodium-ion battery technology following a significant announcement previously. The Chinese automaker has reported that its sodium-ion battery can provide a driving range of 450 kilometers and boasts a cell energy density exceeding 170 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg), placing it among the industry's top-tier offerings. This development underlines BAIC's commitment to compete with rivals in the growing Chinese market f...
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    Toyota plans to invest $1 billion in its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US
    Japanese automaker Toyota plans to invest $1 billion across its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US, the company announced March 23, as it marked 40 years of its Kentucky plant, Toyota’s largest manufacturing plant worldwide. The carmaker said that the investment is part of its commitment to invest up to $10 billion in its US plants over the next five years. Notably, the company had first announced its $10 billion investment in the US in November 2025. Toyota said that of $1 ...
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    Polestar scales battery circularity with 50% recycled cobalt
    Polestar has advanced its strategy for battery circularity, with the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 models now incorporating at least 50% recycled cobalt in their batteries. This effort is part of a broader initiative to reduce the dependency on virgin materials, enhance value chain transparency and promote sustainable resource usage. Polestar's strategy on circularity of critical materials not only focuses on sourcing materials but also on extending battery life and value during the vehicle's usa...
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    Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs over battery module issues
    Volkswagen is reportedly recalling nearly 100,000 electric vehicles due to issues related to battery modules, with approximately 28,000 of these vehicles located in Germany. This recall affects nearly 75,000 vehicles from Volkswagen's ID. series and about 20,000 Cupra Borns that were manufactured between February 2022 and August 2024. The problem stems from battery modules that do not meet specifications, which can lead to reduced range and pose a fire risk. As part of the recall process, ...
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    General Motors begins highway testing of eyes-off self-driving system
    General Motors' (GM) next-generation automated technology, which has been trained on millions of real-world miles and thoroughly tested in simulated scenarios, begins supervised public-road testing on highways across California, US, and Michigan, US. The testing will involve over 200 manual and supervised development vehicles operating in live traffic environments, each with a trained test driver at the wheel to take manual control if needed. This phase marks an important transition from manual ...
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    Porsche eyes EV growth, to launch 10 new models in South Korea
    Porsche has announced plans to launch over 10 new models in South Korea in 2026, beginning with the East Asian debut of the Cayenne Electric, as part of its strategy to enhance its presence in the high-performance electric vehicle market. At a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, Porsche Korea CEO Mathias Busse highlighted the introduction of the Cayenne Electric, the South Korea-exclusive Panamera Red Exclusive, and the new 911 Turbo S and Macan GTS. He emphasized the importance of bringi...
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    Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery raises fresh funds
    Mirattery, the battery asset operator for Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's battery leasing business, has issued a new green Asset Backed Medium-term Notes (ABN) to support its battery-as-a-service (BaaS) operations. The company has successfully issued the first tranche of its 2026 green targeted ABN, amounting to 1 billion yuan (about $145 million), which has received strong interest from investors. The positive investor response and decreasing issuance price demonstrate Mirattery's ex...
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    Mahindra partners HPCL to expand EV charging infrastructure across India
    Charge_iN by Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), a leading Indian automaker, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (HPCL) have announced a collaborative partnership to install electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) at HPCL fuel stations across India. This collaboration aims to utilize HPCL's extensive network of over 24,400 retail outlets and more than 5,400 existing EVCS to develop EV charging infrastructure. This initiative is expected to enhance the experience for EV users and promote EV...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 23 March 2026
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    Leapmotor launches its first R&D facility in Germany
    Mainland Chinese automaker Leapmotor has inaugurated its first overseas innovation center in Munich. The newly opened research and development facility is aimed at overseeing the design iterations and conceptual development of future electric vehicle models. This facility signifies Leapmotor's strategic shift from exporting products to exporting design. Positioned in Schwabing-Freimann, a cultural hub in northern Munich, the center constitutes part of Leapmotor's global design network, which ...
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    Nio plans to commence internal testing of its fifth-generation battery-swap stations soon
    Nio Inc is set to introduce its fifth-generation battery swap stations that are expected to support all three of its brands, following a redesign that caused a delay in the original timeline. The company plans to start internal testing in late March, which will include support for vehicles from the Firefly sub-brand. Between May and June, Nio intends to establish five to ten pioneer battery swap stations for trial operations, with a mass rollout scheduled for July and August. This rollout is ...
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    BAIC Group unveils sodium-ion battery prototype, energy density exceeds 170 Wh/kg
    Beijing Automotive Group Co. (BAIC Group) has announced new advancements in sodium-ion batteries, underscoring its commitment to next-generation power battery technologies. The Chinese automaker has developed a sodium-ion battery prototype that meets industry-leading standards and has expanded its Aurora Battery platform to include lithium-ion, solid-state and sodium-ion technologies, thereby establishing an independent battery system for diverse applications. The sodium battery pack features...
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    ZF extends CFO Michael Frick's contract until May 2031
    At a supervisory board meeting held March 18, ZF decided to extend CFO Michael Frick's contract until the end of May 2031. Rolf Breidenbach, chairman of the supervisory board, said that the extension signifies confidence in Frick's financial leadership and aims to provide stability to employees, customers and the capital market, particularly as financial discipline and debt reduction are critical. Frick has been a member of ZF’s management board since December 2022. Before joining...
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    Stellantis expands Tesla Supercharger access for BEV customers in North America
    Stellantis has significantly expanded the fast-charging coverage for its battery-electric vehicle (BEV) customers across North America. Stellantis BEV customers now have access to over 27,500 Tesla Supercharger locations using the Free2move Charge app and a Free2move Charge North American Charging System (NACS)-CCS1 DC adapter. This expansion enables easier long-distance travel and everyday charging for owners of Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Maserati BEVs. This development is a significant mi...
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    Chery unveils all-new solid-state battery with 1500 km driving range
    Chery Automobile has introduced a new all-solid-state battery technology with a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers. The newly developed solid-state battery is slated for debut in the Chery Exeed ES8 model next year. The announcement was made at the 2026 Chery Battery Night, where the automaker launched its Rhino Battery series. The development follows BYD's launch of its next-generation Blade battery. Chery's pilot production line for solid-state batteries has developed cells with varying en...
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    Geely's G-ASD system gains certification under EU regulations for assisted driving
    Mainland Chinese automaker Geely's smart driving assistance system, known as G-ASD, has achieved certification under EU regulations for advanced assisted driving. This marks the first approval for mainland Chinese-made driving assistance technology in the EU. Geely Holding announced that cars equipped with G-ASD can now be sold in select EU countries without needing additional certification. The first vehicle using the G-ASD system is anticipated to be launched in Europe in June. Currently, t...
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    Polestar secures $300 million in new equity investments
    Polestar announced March 16 that it has secured $300 million in equity investments from a group of purchasers, including Crédit Agricole CIB, Vida Finance SA, Innovator Ltd., and Proximastar Holdings Co. Ltd. As part of this arrangement, the purchasers have entered a put option deal with a subsidiary of Geely Sweden Holdings AB, allowing them an exit option with guaranteed returns in three years. These arrangements mirror previous equity financing agreements from December 2025 and February 2...
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    Ionna expands EV charging network with automaker-backed loyalty programs and benefits
    Ionna, a high-speed charging network backed by eight automakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota — has opened 100 charging sites over a year and has 340 more in its pipeline. Currently operating just under 1,000 charging bays and with 3,700 more such charging facilities planned, Ionna has also launched new benefits for electric vehicle buyers from its funding automakers, such as a 10% discount for General Motors EVs on charging sessions. ...
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    BYD plans to roll out 1,500-kW flash chargers in Europe
    Leading mainland Chinese automaker BYD plans to introduce its first set of flash-charging stations outside of mainland China. These new-generation flash chargers are capable of providing up to 1,500 kilowatts to a single electric vehicle. The installation of these high-power charging stations is slated to begin in the coming weeks with the launch of the updated Denza Z9GT model in Europe. The said EV model will debut in Paris on April 8. The BYD Denza Z9GT is powered by the company's ...
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    Hyundai and Kia expand partnership with NVIDIA for advanced autonomous driving technology
    Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. have announced an expanded strategic partnership with NVIDIA to further develop autonomous driving technology. This collaboration focuses on advancing the future autonomous vehicle ecosystem within the software-defined vehicle (SDV) and autonomous driving markets. Hyundai Motor Group plans to integrate NVIDIA's autonomous driving technology, specifically Level 2 and above, into select vehicle models. This integration aims to enhance customer safety and convenience...
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    Mainland Chinese automakers reduce supplier payment cycles to 60 days, support SMEs
    Major automakers in mainland China have initiated measures to shorten payment cycles to suppliers, honoring their commitments made in June 2025 to cap payment terms at 60 days. This decision followed a revision by the State Council of the Regulations on Ensuring Payments to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The initiative aims to alleviate cash flow pressures on suppliers, particularly benefiting SMEs, and enhance the overall stability of the automotive supply chain. A survey by the ...
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    ChargePoint collaborates with Ford Pro in Germany and the UK
    ChargePoint has announced a collaboration with Ford Pro to provide specialized home, depot and workplace electric vehicle charging solutions for Ford's commercial fleet customers in Germany and the UK. This partnership aims to lower the total cost of ownership for fleets, regardless of size. Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint, highlighted the benefits of the company's scalable solutions, which include operational visibility and improved efficiency, enabling electric fleets to function mo...
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    Honda scraps development of three EV models slated for production in North America
    Honda Motor Co. Ltd. has scrapped three planned electric vehicle models in North America as part of a reassessment of its electrification strategy due to the recent changes brought by the evolving policy landscape in the US.  This decision will lead to expected losses in the company's consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The cancellation follows a strategic shift toward EVs, initially driven by a commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and aligned...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 16 March 2026
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    Mercedes-Benz denies report of new EV platform development with Geely
    Mercedes-Benz is reportedly planning the development of a new global compact electric vehicle platform utilizing Geely's electronic and electrical architecture, although Mercedes-Benz later denied this report as fabricated and untrue. According to a mainland Chinese media outlet, the new platform, codenamed Phoenix, will be based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform, with the development focus shifting to mainland China. The Mercedes-Benz China R&D...
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    Nissan Leaf EV batteries power EV charging stations in Port of Vigo, Spain
    Nissan is promoting the circular use of its electric vehicle batteries by supporting a new ultrafast EV charging solution at the Port of Vigo, Spain. The initiative involves a collaboration with Spanish energy storage and EV charging company Little Electric Energy, which has developed a plug-and-play solution called Green Charge Flex. This system has repurposed 12 Nissan Leaf 30-kilowatt-hour battery packs into a 300-kWh energy storage system (ESS) to support charging infrastructure at the port,...
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    Nio expands globally amid rising costs and chip shortages
    Nio plans to sell thousands of its cars overseas in 2026 and aims to expand its international presence over the next two to three years, according to President Qin Lihong. This announcement followed the automaker's first-ever quarterly net profit and a forecast to break even for the full year in 2026. CEO William Li noted that costs have risen partly due to a memory chip shortage, estimating an increase of up to 10,000 yuan (about $1,455) per vehicle. Despite this, Li stated the company wil...
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    Subaru unveils Highway Hands-Free Assist for 2026 Outback Touring models
    Subaru of America has announced that owners of the 2026 Subaru Outback Touring and Touring XT models can receive a complimentary update to activate the Highway Hands-Free Assist Driving system. This system permits hands-free driving at speeds up to 85 miles per hour on most US highways, marking its debut for Subaru models. Vehicles sold post-Jan. 19 already come equipped with this feature. The EyeSight Highway Hands-Free Assist is standard on the 2026 Outback Touring and Touring XT, offering ...
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    Smart recalls over 18,000 EVs in mainland China due to risk of battery fire
    Smart, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely, is recalling certain smart #1 and smart #3 electric vehicles in mainland China due to potential battery fire risks. This follows a similar battery-related recall by Geely's Zeekr brand in February. Smart has filed the recall plan with mainland China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), which involves 18,217 vehicles produced between 2022 and 2023. Specifically, 16,072 smart #1 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and 2,145...
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    Ashok Leyland to set up a greenfield battery pack manufacturing plant near Chennai
    Ashok Leyland, part of the Hinduja Group, has commenced the construction of a new greenfield battery pack manufacturing facility at Pillaipakkam near Chennai, India. The company plans to invest about 4 billion to 5 billion rupees (about $45 million to $55 million) on the project. This project aligns with Tamil Nadu's Electric Vehicle Policy 2023 and India's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. The facility will support localizing electric vehicle battery production, strengthen the su...
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    Renault launches futuREady plan for sustainable growth and technological advancement
    Renault Group has launched a new strategic plan called futuREady, aiming to transition from the success of the Renaulution plan into a sustainable and global success system. The plan focuses on maintaining growth and establishing Renault as the reference European carmaker through product innovation, customer experience and technological advancement. Under futuREady, Renault Group is focusing on four strategic pillars: growth, technology, operational excellence and stakeholder trust. The Group...
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    BYD’s ride-hailing BEV models to support Flash Charging technology across mainland China
    BYD's ride-hailing brand Linghui has announced that its e7 electric sedan will incorporate new Flash Charging technology, enabling it to charge from 10% to 97% in approximately nine minutes. The e7, which features a 130-kilowatt (174hp) electric motor, was first revealed in early 2026. The Linghui brand was officially unveiled in February, and shortly thereafter, images of the e9 battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sedan and M9 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle minivan were shared. The Linghui e7...
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    Hyundai Mobis opens first European plant in Hungary to supply chassis modules to Mercedes-Benz
    Hyundai Mobis has commenced operations at its new plant in Kecskemet, Hungary, marking its first European production base dedicated to serving global customers outside of the Hyundai Motor Group. This facility will produce chassis modules for both electric and hybrid vehicles and is flexible enough to accommodate modules for internal combustion engine (ICE) models if required. The 50,000-square-meter plant is Hyundai Mobis' fourth manufacturing site in Europe, following facilities in the Czec...
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    Tesla opens first Megacharger station in California for Semi electric trucks
    Tesla has inaugurated its first Megacharger station in Ontario, California, to cater to the customers of its Semi electric truck. The move is part of its initiative to establish a reliable charging network for electric trucks. This development follows Tesla's increased production of the Semi electric trucks at its Nevada, US, factory and plans to deploy 66 Megacharger locations across the US. The Ontario location at 4265 E Guasti Road is located strategically near major freight corridors a...
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    Volkswagen Group commissions its first large-scale battery storage facility in Salzgitter
    Volkswagen Group has expanded its business model to include stationary energy infrastructure with the completion of its first large-scale battery storage system in Salzgitter, Germany. Developed by the Group's energy subsidiary, Elli, the facility has a 20-megawatt output and a 40-megawatt-hour storage capacity, marking Elli's entry into the energy storage and trading markets. Performance tests for trading on the European Power Exchange (EPEX SPOT) are underway. This project is a...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 9 March 2026
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    BYD launches next-generation Flash Charging technology, can deliver power output of up to 1,500 kW
    BYD has launched the world's most powerful mass-produced supercharger, featuring a single-gun power output of up to 1,500 kilowatts, which is a 50% increase from its previous model introduced in March 2025. The newly launched Flash supercharger, part of a significant effort by the mainland Chinese new-energy vehicle giant to advance charging infrastructure, includes two charging guns at each stall and a superfast discharging energy storage system, capable of serving 50 cars per day per gun. T...
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    Nio achieves 2 million electric motor manufacturing milestone in mainland China
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio Inc has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone of producing its 2 millionth electric drive unit at its plant in Hefei, Anhui, mainland China, on March 5. The said electric drive unit is set to be installed in Nio's flagship sport utility vehicle, the all-new ES8. This accomplishment comes 23 months after Nio reached its 1 million-unit mark in March 2024, indicating a substantial acceleration in its industrial manufacturing capabilities. The ...
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    CATL’s battery-swap ecosystem expands in mainland China as new OEMs participate
    CATL is expanding its battery-swap ecosystem in mainland China as more leading domestic carmakers adopt swappable batteries in their new electric cars. According to a news report published by CNEVPost on March 6, local automakers such as GAC Aion and BAIC Arcfox are developing new models that will be compatible with CATL's Choco-SEB solution. GAC Aion announced the April 2026 launch of the Aion RT's battery-swap version, offering a rapid 99-second charging time. The Aion RT, a sedan that was ...
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    EU Industrial Accelerator Act aims to boost demand for low-carbon technologies
    The European Commission has introduced the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), a legislative proposal to increase demand for low-carbon technologies and products manufactured in Europe. The act aims to enhance manufacturing, develop businesses and create jobs in the EU by promoting a shift toward cleaner, future-ready technologies across industries. The proposal follows recommendations from the Draghi report. It includes specific "Made in EU" and low-carbon requirements for public procurement a...
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    Suzuki Motor Corp. acquires solid-state battery business from Kanadevia Corp.
    Leading Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motor Corp. has entered into a business transfer agreement with Osaka-based Kanadevia Corp. to acquire the latter’s all-solid-state lithium-ion battery business, effective July 1, Suzuki announced March 4. The execution of this acquisition is subject to the fulfillment of customary closing conditions. Notably, Kanadevia began the development of all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries in 2006. According to the official note issued by Suzuki, Kanadevia’s al...
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    BYD unveils second-generation Blade battery and Flash Charging technology
    BYD, the largest manufacturer of new-energy vehicles globally, has introduced its second-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging technology, which enhances battery energy density and significantly reduces charging times, even under extreme cold conditions. The new Blade battery can charge from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes, and from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes. In freezing conditions, it can still charge from 20% to 97% in just 12 minutes, only slightly longer than at ambient temperatures. This ...
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    Nio sets up new unit to drive R&D on solid-state battery technology
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio Inc. continues to develop its presence in the power battery sector, advancing efforts that had faced setbacks a few years ago. The Anting town government in Shanghai's Jiading district recently signed a cooperation agreement with Nio to establish its new battery research and development base in Jiading, Shanghai. Nio's global headquarters and R&D team are based in Jiading, while its manufacturing plants are in Hefei, Anhui province. Nio already has ve...
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    Milence opens new EV charging hub at Volvo factory in Ghent
    Milence, a collaboration between Daimler Truck, the Traton Group and the Volvo Group, has opened a new public electric vehicle charging hub in Ghent, Belgium, marking its fourth in the country. Located near the Schansakker exit on the R4, this hub is designed to provide electric trucks with a seamless and reliable charging experience. The initiative is part of a larger effort to promote zero-emission mobility and accelerate the transition to fossil-free road transport. Initially, the hub will...
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    Nidec grapples with accounting scandal, facing $1.6 billion impairment charges
    Japanese manufacturer of precision motors Nidec is facing potential impairment charges amounting to ¥250 billion ($1.6 billion) as it deals with the aftermath of an accounting scandal. This scandal has prompted a leadership exodus and reportedly triggered an investigation by Japan's Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission. The company has indicated that additional charges could affect its historical financial results, as third-party investigators have identified at least 1,000 instances...
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    Battery software company Qnovo secures strategic investment from Hyundai Motor and Kia
    Qnovo has announced a strategic investment from Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. to expand its collaboration and advance the deployment of Qnovo's battery intelligence software across electric mobility and future platforms. The demand for batteries, driven by the rapid adoption of electrified vehicles and energy storage systems, is growing significantly, with the IEA's Global EV Outlook 2025 predicting that total battery demand will quadruple to over 4,000 GWh by 2030. Batteries are essenti...
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    Changan’s subsidiary unveils detachable range extender to convert BEVs into extended-range electric vehicles
    Changan's subsidiary, Hunan Tyen, has achieved a milestone by successfully igniting its first independently developed detachable power turbine generator (PTG), aiming to address range anxiety in pure electric vehicles. The PTG is a modular auxiliary power system following a fuel-to-electricity approach, enhancing vehicle range and adaptability for various uses. Its removable design allows for quick energy replenishment without changing the main structure of the EVs. Hunan Tyen's PTG system...
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    Xpeng and Volkswagen partner for VLA 2.0 autonomous driving system debut in China
    Xpeng has announced the global delivery of its second-generation Vision-Language-Action autonomous driving system, VLA 2.0, set for 2027, with Volkswagen as the inaugural launch partner in China. In February, Xpeng will roll out the XOS 5.8.7 over-the-air update to existing vehicle owners in Europe. At a launch event in Amsterdam, Xpeng showcased the VLA 2.0 architecture and discussed its global deployment strategy. VLA 2.0 is marked by an end-to-end vision-to-action architecture that elimina...
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    BYD begins large-scale deployment of megawatt flash-charging facilities across mainland China
    BYD has started the large-scale installation of megawatt flash-charging facilities across mainland China, signifying a shift from planning to implementation in its charging infrastructure efforts. Images shared by the company on social media depict the charging facilities with a cyan exterior and a T-shaped design. This design aims to prevent cables from dragging on the ground and enhance operational convenience, reflecting BYD's goal to make its charging network a brand asset. In March 20...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 2 March 2026
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    Webasto plans third sunroof manufacturing plant in India
    Webasto has announced plans to open its third manufacturing plant in India. The plant, situated between Manesar and Kharkhoda in northern India, will primarily serve customers in this region and is projected to have an annual capacity of approximately 500,000 units. It is expected to commence operations in the fourth quarter of 2026. With this new addition, alongside existing plants in the west (Pune, Maharashtra) and south (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) of India, Webasto enhances its presence in all ...
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    SKF names future stand-alone automotive company SKF Vertevo
    SKF has named its Automotive business SKF Vertevo, as it prepares to become a stand-alone company. This marks a key milestone in the Sweden-based company’s plan to create two independent, focused businesses with a goal to accelerate growth and deliver long-term value for customers and shareholders. “The name SKF Vertevo highlights our heritage and combines two powerful ideas: vertere, Latin for 'to turn' or 'to transform', and evo, short for 'evolution'. Together, they express movement, p...
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    Nio, Bosch collaborate on core technologies for smart electric vehicles
    Nio Inc. has signed a strategic partnership with Bosch Group during a visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to mainland China. This collaboration illustrates the ongoing alignment of interests between mainland China and Germany in the automotive supply chain, particularly amid the EU's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. Nio announced that the agreement will encompass all three of its brands — Nio, Onvo and Firefly — and will involve deep collaboration in technologies vital to smart...
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    Tata.ev collaborates with Shell to roll out 21 EV charging hubs across India
    TATA.ev, India's largest four-wheeler electric vehicle manufacturer, has partnered with Shell India Mobility to launch 21 new TATA.ev x Shell Mega Charging Hubs across Bengaluru, Chennai, Mysore, Pune and Vadodara. The newly opened EV charging hubs are equipped with 120 kW fast chargers to offer quick and reliable charging services with minimal waiting times. They also provide a premium experience for EV owners, including assistance from a manned marshal, access to fresh food and beverages at...
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    BMW recalls over 58,000 vehicles in the US due to wiring harness issue
    BMW has announced a safety recall affecting 58,713 vehicles in the US due to a potential fire hazard linked to the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness. The recall has been registered with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration under campaign number 26V-096. The action covers several recent models across BMW’s 5 Series, 7 Series and M portfolios, including: The 2023–2025 i7 xDrive60 The 2024–2025 750e xDrive, i5 M60 xDrive and i7 eDr...
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    Changan Automobile plans to install solid-state batteries in EVs before Q3 2026
    Changan Automobile has announced plans to install solid-state batteries in electric vehicles before the third quarter of 2026. These batteries are expected to feature an energy density of 400 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg) and can achieve a driving range of over 1,500 km on a full charge. The company provided an update on its solid-state battery project on Feb. 24, via the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's interactive platform, indicating smooth progression. The Golden Bell solid-state battery, a...
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    Ampere, Basquevolt sign joint development agreement to develop lithium-metal-based battery for EVs
    Ampere, an electric vehicle and software company backed by the Renault Group, has signed a joint development agreement with Basquevolt to enhance the development and testing of lithium-metal-based batteries for future EVs. Basquevolt's technology promises a significant improvement in energy density compared to liquid-electrolyte lithium-ion batteries, leveraging polymer electrolyte and advanced anode to create compact and lightweight battery packs with improved thermal stability and rapid cha...
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    Polestar rolls out car-controlled smart charging to reduce total cost of ownership for EV owners
    Swedish premium electric-car maker Polestar is advancing its efforts to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) for its customers by introducing grid rewards and smart charging in key European markets as part of the Polestar Energy offer. As Europe's energy system is evolving, the importance of home charging for grid stability continues to take center stage. Polestar is addressing this by expanding grid rewards and introducing car-controlled smart charging, enabling drivers to charge th...
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    The shortening of the automotive supply chain
    For decades, the car industry perfected the art of distance. Design in Germany, components from Japan and South Korea, wiring harnesses from Mexico, electronics from mainland China and final assembly wherever labor was the cheapest. The logic was simple: stretching the supply chain across borders, arbitrage wages and scale, and trusting that trade would remain broadly liberal and logistics would remain frictionless. That logic is fraying. Automakers are not abandoning globalization, but they ...
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    Renesas R-Car V4H ADAS chip integrated in Toyota RAV4's control unit
    Renesas Electronics announced that its advanced driver assistance system automotive system-on-chip (SoC), R-Car V4H, has been chosen for the TSS(LSS) control unit in Toyota Motor Corp.'s new RAV4 model, which launched in December 2025. This control unit is supplied by DENSO Corp. The R-Car V4H is developed for ADAS applications and efficiently manages processing in the RAV4, including functions such as camera and radar sensor fusion, Driver Monitor, Advanced Park and panoramic views for enh...
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    IM Motors launches IM5 and IM6 models in UAE and Tunisia with Momenta ADAS
    IM Motors introduced its new models, the IM5 and IM6, in the United Arab Emirates and Tunisia at the beginning of 2026. Both models feature the IM driver assistance system, which was developed in collaboration with Momenta. This expansion into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region broadens the partnership's reach to over a dozen markets across five continents. The driver assistance system utilizes Momenta's End-to-End Flywheel Big Model, which continuously learns and adapts to local ...
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    BMW plans transition from Level 3 to Level 2 automated driving system in 7 Series
    BMW plans to discontinue the Level 3 eyes-off automated driving system in its 7 Series with a model update scheduled for the end of April. The updated 7 Series will feature a newly developed Level 2 driver assistance system from BMW's Neue Klasse technology platform, already being introduced in the iX3 and set for broader application across future models. The current Level 3 system, known as Personal Pilot L3, allows conditional automated driving, but BMW cites cost and limited real-world applic...
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    Toyota to build vehicle recycling facility in Poland
    Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has announced the establishment of a new Circular Factory in Walbrzych, Poland, which will occupy 25,000 square meters and process approximately 20,000 end-of-life vehicles annually. This initiative is part of TME's strategy to develop a circular economy model focused on reducing, reusing and recycling to maximize environmental benefits. The facility will employ a comprehensive approach to vehicle processing, aimed at recovering components and raw materials such as c...
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    OPmobility secures contract for battery packs with leading automaker in North America
    OPmobility has secured a significant contract to supply a global original equipment manufacturer with 350-V battery packs for upcoming hybrid electric vehicle models in North America. Over the term of the contract, OPmobility will provide more than 1 million battery packs to this long-standing customer. This deal marks a pivotal development for OPmobility as it ventures into the passenger car segment, having previously focused on heavy-duty mobility such as buses, trucks and trains. The batte...
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