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    Tariff trouble: Will Mexico's auto investment engine splutter?
    In the aftermath of the US election, President-elect Donald Trump’s impending return to the Oval Office has sparked widespread speculation about the implications of his second term, particularly in the automotive sector. As the world watches, the intersection of politics and innovation becomes a focal point, with the administration's stance on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its impact on electric vehicle supply chains taking center stage. Meanwhile, the alliance between Elon Musk and th...
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    Inching closer to commercialization: Curious case of autonomous trucks
    The advent of autonomous trucking represents a significant paradigm shift within the broader mobility industry, with far-reaching implications for logistics and supply chain management. However, the roadmap for autonomous truck deployment is continuously being dialed back as technology maturation, capital investment, business case rationalization, and regulatory hurdles prove more challenging than expected. Despite these challenges, the potential for autonomous trucks to revolutionize freight tr...
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    Honda unveils pilot production line for all-solid-state batteries in Japan
    Japanese automaker Honda Motor Co. has unveiled the pilot production line for its in-house developed all-solid-state batteries at its research and development facility in Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, Honda announced Nov. 21. Honda said that the company is planning to commence battery production on this demonstration line in January 2025 and will conduct verification of mass production technologies and costs for each process, while also developing battery cell specifications. Honda ...
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    XLR8 America commits to installing 30,000 EV charging ports by 2027 in US
    XLR8 America, previously known as EVaaS Solutions, has unveiled an ambitious initiative to enhance the electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the US, committing to the installation of 30,000 EV charging ports by 2027. This initiative is based on forging strategic partnerships with leading companies in the sector including Atom Power, DG Matrix, Kennedy Power Systems, EVoke Systems and Mavericks Microgrids, among others. These collaborations aim to elevate the EV charging experience b...
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    American Center for Mobility launches EV Charging Basecamp in Michigan
    The American Center for Mobility (ACM) has inaugurated the EV Charging & Interoperability Testbed, known as the EV Charging Basecamp, at the Willow Run facility in Ypsilanti Township, Michigan. The testbed serves as a collaborative space for original equipment manufacturers, charge-point operators (CPOs) and electric vehicle supply equipment suppliers (EVSEs), offering access to a diverse range of chargers, management software and equipment to ensure seamless charging experiences f...
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    Wallbox Supernova charger earns key German certification
    Wallbox, recognized for its electric vehicle charging solutions, announced that its Supernova DC fast charger has received the Eichrecht certification in Germany. This certification is essential for selling chargers in the public sector in Germany and enhances commercial opportunities across the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland), where Eichrecht-certified chargers are preferred for their accuracy and reliability. The certification is seen as a strategic advantage, especially...
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    Banpu NEXT and Durapower inaugurate assembly plant to boost Thai EV market
    Banpu NEXT, a subsidiary of Banpu PCL and a leader in Net Zero Solutions in Asia-Pacific, in collaboration with Durapower, a global leader in lithium battery storage solutions, inaugurated the DP NEXT battery assembly plant in AMATA City Chonburi Industrial Estate to boost electrification and clean transport in the Thai mobility market. This facility aims to accelerate the adoption of electric buses and heavy-duty vehicles in Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region, supporting Thailand's Net Zero e...
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    Autel Energy opens ultrafast-charging station in Massachusetts
    In a press release dated Nov. 21, Autel Energy announced that it has opened the first ultrafast electric vehicle charging hub in Eastern US, located in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The station is equipped with Autel's MaxiCharger DC HiPower solution, which boasts a world-leading maximum output of 640 kW. Autel’s MaxiCharger DC HiPower solution can charge an EV in as little as 20 minutes. "The Deerfield charging hub is a model for the future of EV infrastructure, setting a h...
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    Volkswagen launches redesigned 2025 Tiguan in US with advanced lighting and interior features
    Volkswagen of America has launched the redesigned model year 2025 Tiguan sport utility vehicle in the US, featuring significant updates in style, power and fuel efficiency. The third-generation Tiguan, built on the MQB evo platform, sports a bold and expressive exterior design with a higher and more powerful nose than the second-generation Tiguan, as well as slimmer headlights, an LED light bar and an illuminated logo that creates a distinctive light signature. Inside, the Tiguan sp...
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    Mercedes-Benz introduces new app for Apple Watch to deliver enhanced digital customer experience
    Mercedes-Benz has enhanced its digital customer experience by introducing popular features of the Mercedes-Benz App on the Apple Watch. The integration, done in response to overwhelming customer requests, allows Mercedes-Benz owners to interact with their vehicles directly from their Apple Watch, without the need to find smartphones for certain functions. The app on Apple Watch offers several key functionalities, including the capacity to check the car's range based on its present location an...
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    Hyundai offers 620 km of driving range in its three-row, all-electric SUV Ioniq 9
    South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor Co. has unveiled its all-electric, three-row sport utility vehicle Ioniq 9 in Los Angeles on Nov. 21. The electric SUV, which is part of Hyundai’s strategy to offer a complete lineup of 23 EV models by 2030, is expected to go on sale in the US and South Korea in the first half of 2025. The Ioniq 9 is built on Hyundai Motor's innovative E-GMP architecture, which enhances power electric (PE) system, with an optimized gear ratio for hill-climbing and the app...
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    Baidu reduces Apollo RT6 production cost, advancing in autonomous vehicle market
    Baidu has achieved a milestone in the autonomous vehicle industry by reducing the production cost of its Apollo RT6 self-driving vehicle to 250,000 yuan (about $34,525) per unit, as announced during a trade event in Wuhan, Hubei province. This breakthrough by the mainland Chinese tech giant is seen as a significant step in making autonomous driving more accessible in mainland China. Baidu Co-founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Robin Li Yanhong claimed that the RT6 is the world's only mass-p...
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    STMicroelectronics introduces new 40-V STripFET F8 MOSFETs for automotive use
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 18, STMicroelectronics (ST) has unveiled the introduction of its 40-V STripFET F8 metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) featuring standard threshold voltage, which incorporates the benefits of enhanced trench gate technology with improved noise immunity, specifically designed for applications that require non-logic-level control. These include the industrial-grade STL300N4F8 and the automotive-grade STL305N4F8AG MOSFETs. These devi...
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    Uber mulls over $10 million investment in Pony AI's impending US IPO
    Uber Technologies is considering an investment exceeding $10 million in Pony AI Inc.'s upcoming IPO in the US, according to a report published by The Economic Times on Nov. 21. The autonomous driving firm, Pony AI, plans to price its IPO next week, which has seen an increase in size due to heightened interest. Although the final investment amount by Uber is yet to be determined and discussions are still ongoing, Uber is exploring the possibility of utilizing Pony AI's technology in a par...
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    Swedish battery-maker Northvolt files for bankruptcy
    Struggling to contain large capital requirements and increasing debt, Volkswagen-backed Swedish battery cell-maker Northvolt AB has filed for bankruptcy in the US, the company announced Nov. 21. “Northvolt AB and certain of its subsidiaries voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in the United States,” the company said in a statement. It further said that the decision will enable the company to restructure its debt, appropriately scale the business to current customer needs a...
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    Alliance for Automotive Innovation launches consortium to reduce drunk driving on US roads
    The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is spearheading a new consortium aimed at mitigating drunk and impaired driving incidents on US roads, which account for about one-third of over 40,000 roadway fatalities annually. The initiative comes in response to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that mandates the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to draft a vehicle safety rule for the installation of advanced drunk and impaired driving prevention technology i...
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    Hankook & Co. Group acquires majority stake in Hanon Systems
    Hankook & Co. Group signed share purchase agreements with Hahn & Co. for the acquisition of majority stake in automotive thermal management systems supplier Hanon Systems on Oct. 31. The acquisition was made through Hankook & Co. Group's core business, Hankook Tire & Technology. The acquisition is expected to complete by the end of 2024. Following the acquisition, Hankook & Co. Group will own a 54.77% stake in Hanon Systems. Earlier in May, Hankook Tire’s board of direct...
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    Bose acquires McIntosh Group to expand premium audio offerings
    Bose Corp. has announced its acquisition of McIntosh Group, the parent company behind the luxury audio brands McIntosh and Sonus faber, and manufacturer of premium amplifiers, speakers, turntables and other audio products. This acquisition significantly expands Bose’s portfolio of premium audio solutions for various markets, including automotive. According to Bose, the acquisition brings together “two industry pioneers with more than 175 years of combined, deep technical expertise a ...
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    India Energy Storage Alliance emphasizes need for increased investments in building EV charging infrastructure in India
    The India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) has highlighted the need for increased public and private investments in building reliable electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the subcontinent, according to a news report published by Autocar Professional on Nov. 21. While more than 4 million EVs have been sold in India, including electric two-, three- and four-wheelers, the country’s emerging EV market is approaching a critical growth phase supported by favorable government policies and...
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    Neo Battery Materials joins consortium on recycled silicon battery project
    Canada-based Neo Battery Materials Ltd., a low-cost silicon anode materials developer, has joined a consortium that includes major battery value chain companies and universities in a C$20 million recycled silicon battery project organized by the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE), the company announced Nov. 20. In a project titled Recycled Silicon-Based High Energy Density Electrode Manufacturing Technology Development, MOTIE and the Korea Evaluation Institute of...
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    Suppliers to the CUPRA Terramaris
    The new CUPRA Terramaris designed in Barcelona and manufactured in Győr, Hungry. Production of the car is expected to peak at 71900 in 2025, according to a forecast from S&P Global Mobility. Image Source : CUPRA  Suppliers to the CUPRA Terramaris COMPONENT NAME SUPPLIERS Low -voltage battery Clarios A/C Compressor Denso Die-Casting Inverter Housing FOMA Spa Gear Shifter - Shift by Wire Kostal ...
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    XCharge NA and Grensol partner for sustainable EV charging solutions
    XCharge North America (XCharge NA), specializing in DC fast-charging and battery-integrated electric vehicle solutions, announced a partnership with the Grensol Group to enhance sustainable, electrified travel by focusing on the reduction of end-of-life waste from electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), specifically targeting EV charging cables and modules. This collaboration is set to provide Grensol and its research partner, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), with broken or worn-dow...
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    Microporous to invest $1.35 billion on new battery separator plant in Virginia
    Microporous LLC, a notable manufacturer of battery separators, announced a significant investment of $1.35 billion to open a new manufacturing facility in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. The project is expected to generate 2,015 new jobs, following Virginia's successful bid over North Carolina. This development is to take place in two phases on Lot 1 of the Southern Virginia Megasite, with each phase occupying about 500,000 square feet, and potential future expansions considered for Lot 2. ...
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    Ontario announces 1,300 new EV charging ports across smaller communities
    The Ontario government announced the installation of over 1,300 new electric vehicle charging ports in small and medium-sized communities across the province. This initiative is a part of Ontario's efforts to make EV charging more accessible outside of large urban areas and to support the growing EV and EV battery manufacturing sector. Ontario Minister of Energy and Electrification Stephen Lecce highlighted the project's aim to provide more charging options for over 201,000 EV owners, particu...
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    Kobe Steel introduces Kobenable Aluminum to cut CO2 emissions
    Kobe Steel has unveiled a new product, Kobenable Aluminum, aimed at significantly reducing CO2 emissions associated with its customers' products. This initiative targets Scope 3 emissions, which account for a substantial portion of aluminum products' overall emissions. The product employs the mass-balance method, allowing the allocation of CO2 reduction benefits from the use of low-CO2 aluminum materials to specific products. Initially, this offering is limited to aluminum-rolled products pro...
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    Hyundai unveils IONIQ 9 all-electric flagship SUV with advanced features and impressive range
    Hyundai Motor unveiled its three-row, all-electric sport utility vehicle, the IONIQ 9, in Los Angeles on Nov. 20. The flagship electric vehicle model is based on Hyundai Motor Group’s (HMG) Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) architecture. Hyundai will begin sales of the IONIQ 9 in South Korea and the US in the first half of 2025, with subsequent rollouts planned for Europe and other markets. The IONIQ 9 sports Aerosthetic exterior design that blends aerodynamic innovation and fut...
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    GF raises record CHF650 million in Swiss bond market
    GF successfully raised CHF650 million on the Swiss debt capital market, marking this occasion as the largest bond volume in the company's history. This achievement surpassed the initially targeted volume of CHF400 million-CHF500 million significantly, indicating strong investor interest in the offering. The bonds were issued in two tranches, one with a term of three years and another with a term of seven years. The 3-year bond tranche amounted to CHF300 million with a coupon rate of 1.25%, wh...
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    Danish startup Monta opens US headquarters in Miami for EV charging expansion
    Monta, a Denmark-based company that offers a platform dedicated to powering the electric vehicle charging ecosystem, has announced the opening of its US headquarters in Miami, marking its first expansion outside of Europe. The company plans to connect 25,000 commercial charge points to its platform by the end of 2025 and aims for 1 million charge points by 2030. Monta plans to hire 30 employees for its US headquarters by the end of 2025. The US EV market is experiencing rapid growth despite e...
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    BMW Group’s Debrecen plant rolls out first fully-electric Neue Klasse test cars
    BMW Group’s electric-car factory in Debrecen, Hungary, has rolled out the first test vehicles from its upcoming Neue Klasse range of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), the company announced Nov. 20. The carmaker said that it is ramping up the production of test vehicles, and the first near-series fully-electric X models for the Neue Klasse are now leaving the production line. This marks the beginning of the final preparation phase for the start of series production of the Neue Klasse range, ...
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    CATL in talks to set up a battery recycling plant in Europe
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the largest battery-maker from mainland China, is in talks to set up battery recycling operations in Europe, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Nov. 20. The report cited Bloomberg as the original source of the story. In an interview with Bloomberg, Jason Chen, CATL's regional operations chief, said that the battery manufacturer is in discussions with European governments, including Hungary, about possible factory sites. He f...
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    LG Chem, Exxon Mobil sign non-binding MOU for lithium offtake
    Exxon Mobil Corp. and LG Chem have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a multiyear offtake agreement of up to 100,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate, LG Chem announced Nov. 20. The lithium will be supplied from ExxonMobil’s planned project in the US to LG Chem’s cathode plant in Tennessee, US, which LG Chem expects to be the largest of its kind in the US, the South Korean material supplier said in a statement. LG Chem’s Tennessee-based cathode plant brok...
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    Lectron ramps up production of North American Charging Standard to Combined Charging System adapter in the US
    Lectron, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, has significantly ramped up production of its North American Charging Standard (NACS) to Combined Charging System (CCS) adapter, to produce 12,000 units per week, the company announced Nov. 19. Lectron is known for supplying EV charging solutions, including portable chargers, adapters and charging stations for all charging standards. The company said that this strategic increase in production capacity is in response to the...
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    Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp. breaks ground on new plant in Canada
    Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp. broke ground on its planned new lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, marking a significant step toward localization of the electric vehicle battery supply chain in North America, the company announced Nov. 18. The company said that its planned new battery separator plant is expected to begin commercial production in 2027, subject to obtaining permits and approvals from relevant authorities. The u...
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    Aisin integrates Aisin Chemical to enhance efficiency
    Aisin Corp. signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Oct. 31 to merge its consolidated subsidiary Aisin Chemical into its operations. Aisin Chemical specializes in the development, manufacturing and sale of chemical products, friction materials and plastic parts for vehicles. Aisin Chemical will repurchase all of its shares held by companies other than Aisin as treasury stock, and then merge with Aisin. The planned merger is scheduled to become effective from April 1, 2025. Thi...
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    WirelessCar makes available connected vehicle services on AWS Marketplace
    WirelessCar, a Sweden-based company specializing in connected vehicle services, has made its complete suite of software-as-a-service (SaaS) products accessible on Amazon's AWS Marketplace. This move enables automotive original equipment manufacturers to effortlessly source and procure WirelessCar's offerings, thereby facilitating the rapid and secure development of connected vehicle services. As an AWS Partner Network (APN) Automotive Competency Partner, WirelessCar ensures its customers deli...
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    Genesis unveils model year 2026 GV70 and Electrified GV70 SUVs in US
    Genesis, the premium car brand of Hyundai Motor, has unveiled its model year (MY) 2026 GV70 sport utility vehicle and its all-electric version, the Electrified GV70, at an exclusive event in Los Angeles. The two premium SUVs will hit North American showrooms in the first half of 2025. The updated SUVs feature Genesis’ iconic two-line headlamps equipped with micro-lens array (MLA) technology. The GV70’s front fascia includes a redesigned G-Matrix Crest Grille. The G-Matrix Crest Grille in ...
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    Charge point operators struggle for profitability amid BEV slowdown, high costs
    In October 2024, French Energy company Engie SA ceased operations of EV Box, an Amsterdam-based supplier of EV charging stations for residential and commercial purposes, after failing for months to find a buyer for its loss-making subsidiary. The only saving grace was that Engie managed to sell off EV Box’s DC business, named EVTronic, to engineering and electrical installation services company Financière de Pessac, which took over EV Box’s facility in Bordeaux, France. Although Engie sa...
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    Post acquisition, Exicom plans to reestablish Tritium as a global brand
    India-based electric vehicle charging equipment-maker Exicom plans to reestablish Tritium as a leading global brand supplying top-notch EV charging equipment to its customers worldwide, according to an interview published by Electrive on Nov. 19. Exicom Managing Director Anant Nahata told the publication that since the acquisition of Tritium earlier in 2024, his team has been reengaging with Tritium’s customers, employees and other stakeholders to rebuild trust. “Post acquisition our i...
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    Hyundai Mobis unveils ‘Value up’ mid-to-long term business strategy; targets 8% annual growth and 5-7% operating margin by 2027
    Hyundai Mobis has unveiled its "Value-up" business strategy during the 2024 CEO Investor Day, held in Seoul, South Korea, on Nov. 19. The mid-to-long term business strategy aims to achieve an average annual revenue growth of 8% and an operating margin ranging from 5% to 7% by 2027. Under the new business strategy, Hyundai Mobis plans to significantly expand its revenue outside its parent, Hyundai Motor Group (HMG), and also the owners of Hyundai, Genesis and Kia. The leading South Korean auto...
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    Ample secures $25 million in fresh investment from Mitsubishi Corp.
    Ample, a leading provider of electric vehicle battery-swapping technology in the US, has secured $25 million in fresh funding from Mitsubishi Corp., Ample announced Nov. 19. The company said that the strategic collaboration goes beyond a financial investment, where Mitsubishi Corp. plans to support Ample's ongoing efforts to expand its battery-swapping business. As part of its plan, Mitsubishi Corp. aims to collaborate closely with Ample, leveraging its expertise in mobility, renewable energy...
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    ChargeEuropa partners Movem to build EV charging infrastructure in Philippines
    ChargeEuropa, a leading electric vehicle charging company based in Europe, has signed a strategic partnership with Movem, a subsidiary of Meralco, the Philippines' largest energy provider, ChargeEuropa announced Nov. 15. The groundbreaking partnership introduces ChargeEuropa’s unique digital-out-of-home (DOOH) EV charging model to the Philippines, marking the company’s first entry into Asia and a significant step toward building accessible EV infrastructure in early-stage markets acr...
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    Irdeto and ChargeHub advance EV charging partnership in North America
    Irdeto, a digital platform security company, and ChargeHub, known for being the foremost roaming interoperability hub in North America for electric vehicle charging, have announced the advancement of their strategic partnership to redefine the standards for secure, scalable and efficient EV charging across North America. The partnership focuses on delivering a seamlessly integrated Plug & Charge (P&C) solution, complemented by roaming capabilities, thereby simplifying and expanding ...
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    EVgo and Meijer expand fast-charging partnership across the Midwest
    EVgo, recognized as one of the largest public fast-charging networks for electric vehicles in the US, has announced a significant expansion of its partnership with Meijer, a Midwest grocery retailer. This expansion aims to enhance the EV charging infrastructure at Meijer store locations across its six-state footprint, including Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. Under this enhanced partnership, up to 480 new public fast-charging stalls will be deployed at Meijer...
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    Stellantis unveils STLA Frame for versatile electric and hybrid trucks and SUVs
    Stellantis has introduced the STLA Frame platform, its all-new, multi-energy framework engineered specifically for full-size, body-on-frame pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. This innovative platform is designed to accommodate a wide range of technologies, including internal combustion, hybrid, hydrogen, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and range-extender electric vehicle (REEV) systems. The new BEV-native STLA Frame platform, known for its versatility, is targeted to offer exceptional...
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    Piedmont Lithium and Sayona Mining to merge, creating lithium powerhouse
    Piedmont Lithium Inc., a significant North American supplier of lithium products for the US electric vehicle supply chain, has entered into a definitive agreement with Sayona Mining Ltd. to merge the two companies, creating a leading lithium business with Sayona becoming the parent entity, termed MergeCo. The equity holdings post-transaction will be evenly split between Piedmont and Sayona shareholders on a fully diluted basis. To support this merger, Piedmont plans to raise approximately $27...
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    CATL unveils second-generation sodium-ion battery for extreme cold
    CATL, China's largest battery-maker, has developed a second-generation sodium-ion battery capable of normal discharge even at extreme temperatures as low as -40 degrees C. This breakthrough could significantly improve the performance and reliability of electric vehicles in cold conditions. CATL reportedly plans to launch its second-generation sodium-ion cells in 2025, with mass production slated for 2027. Typically, EV batteries function optimally within a temperature range of 60 degrees...
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    Aptiv announces key changes in senior leadership
    Aptiv announced key changes in its senior leadership team, effective Nov. 8. The US-based supplier has appointed Varun Laroyia as executive vice president and CFO. Laroyia will replace Joseph Massaro who has been working as Aptiv’s CFO since 2016. Aptiv has named Massaro vice chairman of the Engineering Components Group (ECG), which comprises the company’s portfolio of interconnect and cable management solutions. “Joe has been an important partner to me in driving transformation and exe...
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    Suzuki and Tata Elxsi launch offshore development center in Pune, India
    Tata Elxsi has launched an offshore development center in Pune, Maharashtra, India, in collaboration with Suzuki Motor. The center, Suzuki-Tata Elxsi Offshore Development Center, will drive the Japanese automaker’s advancements in engineering, emphasizing sustainability and future readiness in the automotive sector. Tata Elxsi will play a crucial role in supporting Suzuki's vision for eco-friendly mobility, focusing on lightweight design, safety, styling, engineering, the use of environment...
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    Swift Navigation and KDDI launch Skylark precise positioning service in Japan
    Swift Navigation, in collaboration with KDDI Corp., launched the Skylark precise positioning service in the Japanese market on Oct. 8. The service, leveraging a carrier-grade network co-developed with KDDI, offers unmatched positioning accuracy vital for various sectors, including automotive, in Japan and beyond.  According to Swift Navigation, Skylark is a real-time, cloud-based global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) correction service that delivers centimeter-level positioning accu...
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    NHTSA finalizes NCAP updates to include ADAS technology
    The US Transportation Department's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced significant updates to its 5-Star Safety Ratings program, known as the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), as reported in a press release on Nov. 18. These updates aim to enhance road safety in the US by implementing new advanced driver assistance technologies, establishing a pedestrian protection program in crashworthiness, and outlining a future roadmap for the program's evolution over the...
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    Autoneum acquires majority stake in mainland China-based supplier Jiangsu Huanyu Group
    Autoneum has signed an agreement to acquire a 70% stake in Jiangsu Huanyu Group, a major supplier of automotive acoustic and thermal management solutions in mainland China. The acquisition is expected to significantly expand Autoneum’s presence in Asia and broaden its customer base to include several mainland Chinese automakers such as BYD, BAIC and GAC. The acquisition will be carried out in two phases. In the first phase, the acquisition of a 70% equity stake in the company for CHF 75 mil...
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    Yokohama Rubber launches ADVAN WINTER V907 for Mercedes-AMG E-Class cars
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 20, Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has introduced the ADVAN WINTER V907, an ultrahigh performance winter tire designed specifically for the Mercedes-AMG E-Class luxury sedan. Sales commenced in October, primarily through Mercedes-AMG dealerships in Europe, with initial sizes of 245/45R19 for front tires and 275/40R19 for rear tires. A broader range of sizes is expected to be available by 2025. This tire marks the first addition to Yokohama's ADVAN brand i...
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    Tier IV launches Minibus 2.0 autonomous EV
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 19, Tier IV has announced the introduction of Minibus 2.0, an advanced electric vehicle developed on the back of the success of its predecessor, Minibus 1.0. The launch marks a significant milestone in the company's fanfare lineup, aimed at providing solutions for brands looking to offer autonomous vehicles under their names. Minibus 2.0 is developed to meet the Japanese government's Level 4 autonomous driving standards, featuring significant upgrades ov...
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    Nuro expands autonomous vehicle deployment in the US
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 19, Nuro has announced a substantial expansion of its Level 4 driverless capability using zero-occupant vehicles equipped with the AI-powered Nuro Driver system. The expansion is spread across multiple cities in two states in the US. The company's technology is now prepared to offer foundational technology for the transportation of both people and goods, distinguishing itself as one of the few worldwide capable of deploying technology on a citywide scale. ...
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    Indie Semiconductor expands automotive photonics offerings
    According to a press release on Nov. 19, Indie Semiconductor has announced an expansion of its photonics offerings, moving toward in-house photonics integration, packaging and system test capabilities. The development arises from integrating its acquired optical component portfolios from TeraXion and EXALOS with new automated assembly, packaging and optical testing facilities. This enhancement allows Indie Semiconductor to provide complete photonics subsystems, facilitating rapid solution eva...
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    Zest opens 78 EV charging stations at the University of Warwick, UK
    Zest, one of the leading charge-point operators (CPOs) in the UK, has opened 78 electric vehicle charging spaces at the University of Warwick, the company said Nov. 13. The installation is part of a £1.3 million investment by Zest that will see the CPO provide and manage charging facilities at the university over the next 15 years, it said, adding that it has installed both fast and rapid EV chargers across multiple university car parks. It estimates that these EV charging facilities are ...
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    BMW commences operations at Wackersdorf battery-testing center
    BMW has commenced initial operations at its all-new battery-testing center at Wackersdorf, Germany, the company announced Nov. 19. The facility, which was first announced by the carmaker in 2023, is still under construction and is scheduled for completion in late 2025. The site spans over 8,000 square meters and is developed to rigorously test individual battery cells, complete high-voltage batteries and other electric powertrain components for future BMW Group models early in developmen...
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    Asahi Kasei and Honda begin construction of new EV battery separator plant in Canada
    In a significant move toward enhancing the North American electric vehicle market, Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp., in collaboration with Honda, initiated the construction of a new lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, Ontario. The new plant is slated to start commercial production in 2027, pending necessary permits and approvals. The facility is set to generate over 300 full-time jobs in its initial phase and aims to produce about 700 million squ...
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    MAHLE secures key contract for MAN Truck & Bus hydrogen engine components
    MAHLE, an automotive supplier based in Stuttgart, Germany, has been awarded a significant contract by the commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus to provide components for the hydrogen engine of the MAN hTGX truck, which recently won the Truck Innovation Award 2025. MAHLE will supply the hydrogen power cell unit including piston, piston rings, piston pin and cylinder liner for this engine, along with additional components for the valve train.  The order encompasses ...
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    Toyota showcases concept technology for hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine vehicles
    At ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2024, Toyota Motor Corp. showcased a new hydrogen-powered concept model that aims to utilize boil-off gas, a byproduct of driving with liquid hydrogen. The automaker said that the technology is still in concept stage, and it is seeking partnerships to bring this technology into reality. Use of liquid hydrogen allows for greater storage capacity compared to gaseous hydrogen due to its higher density. However, it presents a challenge known as boil-off, where st...
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    Emobi launches JustPlug, a revolutionary Plug & Charge solution
    Emobi, a North American leader in electric vehicle charging digital infrastructure, announced the launch of JustPlug, a streamlined Plug & Charge solution, alongside a critical patent for this first-of-its-kind innovation that utilizes AI-powered identification and cloud-based certificate authentication. JustPlug is designed to overcome limitations within the EV charging ecosystem by enhancing compatibility with existing infrastructure and improving security without disrupting tradition...
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    Chinese battery-maker Gotion High-Tech invests in Ebusco
    Ebusco, a Dutch manufacturer of electric buses, announced a proposed strategic investment agreement with Chinese battery-maker Gotion High-Tech Power Energy Co. on Nov. 8. In a press note released Nov. 18, Ebusco said that the two companies have formalized the partnership agreement. On the sidelines of this arrangement, Gotion plans to strengthen the partnership through equity participation in the electric bus manufacturer. The agreement was signed between Ebusco; Gotion; Gotion GmbH, a Germa...
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    Altilium achieves breakthrough in test results from its recycled cathode active materials
    UK-based battery recycling company Altilium has announced a major breakthrough in the development of the UK’s only domestic supply of sustainable low-carbon battery materials. In a press note on Nov. 18, the company said that for the first time, test results have confirmed that its recycled cathode active materials (CAM) are comparable to commercially available battery materials in the market. According to the company, these results mark a significant milestone in the development of a susta...
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    Webasto deploys second-life batteries at its Schierling plant in Germany
    Webasto, a leading global system supplier for the automotive industry, has deployed second-life batteries at its Schierling plant in Germany, as part of the factory’s larger sustainability strategy, the company announced Nov. 7. The battery storage system deployed by Webasto has a capacity of 1 MWh. The storage system uses 30 second-life constant voltage (CV) standard batteries, which mainly come from preseries production and are now used for energy storage, the company said in its press no...
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    GM Energy, Reliant collaborate to offer free nighttime charging for Chevrolet EV drivers in the US
    Reliant, a local provider of electricity, has forged a strategic partnership with GM Energy, an electric vehicle charging unit of General Motors, to offer convenient EV charging services to Chevrolet EV customers, Reliant announced Nov. 13. Under this arrangement, the two companies plan to provide free nighttime EV charging for Chevrolet EV drivers in the US. “Chevrolet EV drivers who enroll on the new Reliant Free Charge Nights plan will receive free nighttime charging,” Reliant said ...
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    Innoviz reports Q3 2024 revenue at $4.5 million, rises 29% YOY
    Innoviz Technologies has reported third-quarter 2024 revenue at $4.5 million, an increase from $3.5 million in the same quarter the previous year. Operating expenses in the third quarter of 2024 were $26.0 million, a decrease of 6.4% from $27.8 million in the third quarter of 2023. Operating expenses for the third quarter of 2024 included $4.2 million of share-based compensation compared to $5.0 million in the third quarter of 2023. In the third quart...
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    Cyient and Allegro MicroSystems enhance partnership with new Center of Excellence
    Cyient, an Intelligent Engineering services company based in Hyderabad, India, has announced the expansion of its partnership with Allegro MicroSystems Inc., a company recognized for its power and sensing solutions for motion control and energy efficiency. The expansion is highlighted by the inauguration of a Center of Excellence (CoE) in Hyderabad, aimed at developing advanced magnetic sensors and power semiconductor products specifically for the automotive sector. The newly established facilit...
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    Onsemi selected as primary supplier for Subaru's EyeSight system
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 18, Onsemi has announced its role as the primary supplier for Subaru's advanced EyeSight stereo-camera front sensing system, which will be featured in future vehicle models. The collaboration involves Onsemi's Hyperlux AR0823AT image sensor being integral to the system, providing essential visual data for Subaru's AI algorithm to enhance driving accuracy and vehicle safety. The Hyperlux AR0823AT sensor is designed to capture clear images in varying light...
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    Bridgestone to introduce new all-season tire for vans
    Bridgestone is set to launch the Bridgestone Duravis All Season EVO, a new premium all-season tire for vans, replacing the Duravis All Season, as reported in a press release on Nov. 13. The launch aims to offer maximum efficiency for van users and fleets, focusing on regional to urban last-mile deliveries, while aiming to reduce downtime and costs. The Duravis All Season EVO is part of Bridgestone's van tire lineup, including the Duravis Van summer and Duravis Van winter tires, and boasts imp...
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    Interview — Citroën will follow dual approach of electrifying existing models and developing dedicated EV platform: Shishir Mishra
    Citroën, one of the youngest car brands in India, has already taken a step that some of the earliest brands have yet to undertake — launching an electric vehicle. The Stellantis Group brand launched the electric version of its hatchback C3 within six months of introducing the internal combustion engine (ICE) C3 in 2022. Citroën said the move reflected its confidence in the Indian EV segment, despite its infancy and challenges. Srikant Jayanthan and Viroop Narla of S&P Global Mobility spo...
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    TurnOnGreen plans to expand EV charging infrastructure in California
    TurnOnGreen Inc., a supplier of power products for critical applications, announced Nov. 14 that it has initiated an electric vehicle charging infrastructure project with the Goleta Water District in Goleta, California. The first phase of the project, which is slated to be completed by end 2024, will feature multiple EVP1100 48-amp/11-kW, Level 2, high-powered networked EV charging stations. These EV charging stations will be capable of providing 35-40 miles of driving range per hour of ...
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    Emulate Energy, Smartcar partner to drive EV batteries as buffers to stabilize the grid
    Swedish energy management software company Emulate Energy has signed a partnership with Smartcar, the leading API platform for mobility businesses, to enable energy providers to use electric vehicle batteries as buffers to balance the load on the grid, reduce peak demand and improve overall grid reliability, the company announced Nov. 14. Emulate Energy offers energy providers a comprehensive solution to simplify onboarding and management of different consumer-distributed energy resource...
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    Alabama Power deploys ADS-TEC Energy ultrafast EV charging systems at its technology center
    ADS-TEC Energy, a leading player in battery-buffered, ultrafast-charging technology, announced Nov. 14 that Alabama Power has deployed its battery-buffered, ultrafast electric vehicle charging solution ChargeBox at its Technology Application Center (TAC). According to the company, the ChargeBox is enabling Alabama Power to power up its EV fleet in just minutes, while also providing local businesses and fleet operators with the opportunity to try the innovative platform and experience the...
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    Nio battery-swap stations in Shanghai delivers 100 services per day, Nio CFO
    Chinese electric-car maker Nio’s battery-swap stations based in Shanghai, where it is headquartered, are averaging more than 100 services a day, according to a news report published by CnEVpost on Nov. 14. The report cited Nio’s CFO Stanly Qu, who was speaking at a forum organized by the China Society of Automotive Engineers in Chongqing, southwest China. Notably, Nio has a network of more than 150 battery-swap stations in Shanghai alone. According to Qu, while a battery-swap station c...
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    Michigan partners Electreon and Xos to build wireless charging solutions for electrified commercial applications
    The state of Michigan has partnered with Electreon, a leading provider of wireless electric vehicle charging solutions, and commercial EV manufacturer Xos Inc. to operate wireless charging solutions for electrified commercial delivery vehicles in Michigan, US, Electreon announced Nov. 14. With this commercial partnership, Electreon is expected to extend the company’s wireless EV charging network and use cases in Michigan. Electreon’s wireless charging technology will be integrated...
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    Cadillac unveils 2026 Vistiq electric luxury SUV
    General Motors (GM) has unveiled the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, an all-electric luxury sport utility vehicle, marking a significant addition to the brand's electric vehicle lineup. The all-new electric SUV is designed to offer exceptional space for passengers across all three rows and features advanced technology to enhance the luxury experience, including a 23-speaker AKG Studio 1 Audio system with Dolby Atmos and the Super Cruise driver assistance system, among many others. The Vistiq features a...
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    Nouveau Monde Graphite advances toward major natural graphite production
    Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. (NMG), a company engaged in establishing North America's largest natural graphite production for the electric vehicle and lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery market, has reported significant progress toward its phase two Matawinie Mine and Bécancour Battery Material Plant. With a focus on an integrated feasibility study and collaborations with Panasonic Energy Co. Ltd. and General Motors Holdings LLC (GM) as anchor customers, NMG is actively preparing for the Fina...
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    Dow and Delian Group partner to advance circular economy in automotive sector
    Dow, a global leader in materials science, and Guangdong Delian Group Co. Ltd. (Delian Group), entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to further the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) resins within the automotive sector, promoting the move toward a more circular economy, Dow announced in a press release on Nov. 12. This collaboration comes after Delian Group's successful integration of Dow's REVOLOOP Recycled Plastics Resins in its auto care product packaging, representing the...
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    Midas Vantage Projects Lithium and Evove partner for sustainable lithium extraction
    Midas Vantage Projects (MVP) Lithium Ltd., recognized globally for its leadership in green lithium extraction technologies, has announced receiving a letter of intent (LOI) from Evove Ltd., a prominent UK company specializing in clean energy solutions. This LOI signifies Evove's commitment to commissioning MVP Lithium's advanced direct lithium extraction (DLE) plant in 2025, contingent upon successful industrial-scale brine processing using Evove's equipment at its UK testing facility and an on-...
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    Kongsberg Automotive secures major contract for fluid transfer assemblies
    Kongsberg Automotive (KA) has announced the extension of a sizable contract for fluid transfer assemblies, exceeding €21.5 million in estimated lifetime revenue. This contract, set to commence in January 2025, will span a period of six years. The contract has been awarded by a leading global original equipment manufacturer based in Europe, continuing a long-standing relationship between the two entities. These assemblies, integral to various applications such as coolant, fuel...
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    SWTCH Energy sets new EV charger uptime standard
    SWTCH Energy, a prominent electric vehicle charging solutions provider focused on multitenant buildings in North America, has announced a groundbreaking 97.8% "no-exception" uptime rate for its EV chargers, setting a new industry standard for reliability. This figure, which spans from January to September 2024, starkly contrasts with the industry's common practice of reporting uptime with various exceptions such as grid blackouts or vandalism. Unlike these traditional metrics that can ob...
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    SoundHound AI expands voice technology to Kia vehicles in India
    SoundHound AI, a company specializing in voice AI technology, has announced the expansion of its solution to Kia vehicles sold in India. The US-based company has also integrated Hindi, the most widely spoken language in India, as a featured language. The company has started offering its AI-powered voice assistant on the 2025 Kia Carnival and 2025 Kia EV9. This move is significant, considering Hindi is one of the most widely spoken languages in India, with over 500 million speakers. SoundHound...
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    Automotive Grade Linux launches OSPO Expert Group led by Toyota
    Automotive Grade Linux (AGL), a cross-industry collaborative initiative aimed at developing an open-source platform for software-defined vehicles (SDVs), has established a new Open Source Program Office (OSPO) Expert Group in San Francisco, California. Led by Toyota with support from Aisin and Panasonic, the group aims to promote the establishment of OSPOs within the automotive industry and facilitate the exchange of best practices and information among them. The initiative comes as a response t...
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    Antolin partners with E Ink to innovate vehicle interiors
    Antolin entered a strategic partnership with E Ink, a company specializing in electronic ink technology, at the IZB trade fair in Wolfsburg, Germany, held Oct. 22–24. The partnership will enable Antolin to incorporate E Ink's Prism technology into vehicle interiors. E Ink's Prism technology, known for its ability to create dynamic surfaces that can change colors and patterns, aims at enhancing the user experience and optimizing energy efficiency in vehicle interiors. Unlike traditional back...
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    BYD selects Continental's PremiumContact C tires for new Seal U electric SUV
    BYD, a mainland China-based electric vehicle manufacturer, has selected Continental’s PremiumContact C tire as original equipment (OE) for its Seal U electric sport utility vehicle. The German supplier is offering the tires for the Seal U electric SUV in the 235/50 R19 99V size. According to the German tiremaker, the choice of its tire reflects a focus on quiet and energy-efficient driving, qualities that EVs, such as the BYD Seal U, particularly benefit from due to their design and operati...
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    Trump team prioritizes federal framework for self-driving vehicles – report
    Members of President-elect Donald Trump's transition team are reportedly focusing on making a federal framework for fully self-driving vehicles a priority at the US Transportation Department. The Trump transition team is in the process of identifying policy leaders to develop regulations for self-driving vehicles, emphasizing the need for legislative support for mass adoption, as reported by Business Standard on Nov. 18. The Transportation Department, through the National Highway Traffic Safe...
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    ThunderSoft and Here Technologies forge strategic partnership for intelligent navigation
    ThunderSoft has entered a strategic partnership with Here Technologies, a leader in location data and technology platform, to enhance intelligent navigation and high-definition maps. The collaboration, announced Nov. 14, aims to support the development of navigation systems and contribute to a more connected and intelligent mobility ecosystem. The partnership plans to integrate ThunderSoft's Aqua Drive OS with AI and Here's location data and services, including its software development kit&nb...
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    Nexperia launches new gate driver integrated circuit series for automotive applications
    Nexperia announced the launch of its new series of gate driver integrated circuits (ICs) on Nov. 12. These high-performance ICs are designed to drive N-channel metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFETs) in synchronous buck or half-bridge configurations, enhancing efficiency and robustness in various applications. The NGD4300-Q100 model is specifically targeted for use in automotive applications such as electronic power steering and power converters. The new gate driver ICs...
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    Goodix teams up with UAES to boost in-vehicle connectivity
    As reported in a press release on Nov. 12, Goodix Technology is venturing into the domain of in-vehicle connectivity by forming a partnership with United Automotive Electronic Systems Co. Ltd. (UAES). The collaboration will enhance the automotive industry's move toward more intelligent and connected vehicles. Goodix has introduced its first automotive-grade Bluetooth low energy (LE) systems-on-chip (SoC), the GR5405, which has achieved the AEC-Q100 Grade 2 certification. The partnership will ...
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    Renesas launches new automotive system-on-chips with 3-nanometer process technology
    In a press release on Nov. 13, Renesas announced the launch of its new automotive fusion system-on-chips (SoCs), the R-Car X5H. The R-Car X5H, which is the foremost device in the R-Car X5 series, is designed to serve a multitude of automotive domains such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) and gateway applications all within a single chip. The product is built using the latest 3-nanometer (nm) automotive process technology. The development paves t...
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    Vector and Hubject partner on Plug&Charge technology for smoother EV charging
    Vector and Hubject have announced a collaboration aimed at advancing Plug&Charge (PnC) technology, focusing on simplifying the electric vehicle charging process. The collaboration facilitates original equipment manufacturers and charging station manufacturers in obtaining Hubject QA (PreProduction) and Production Certificates through the Vector Security Manager in the latest CANoe Version 18 SP3 release. This integration between Vector tools and OEM-specific security implementations ensur...
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    Martinrea International reports 73.7% YOY drop in net income in Q3
    Martinrea International Inc., a global and diversified automotive supplier specializing in lightweight structures and propulsion systems, has reported its financial outcomes for the third quarter ending Sept. 30, 2024. The period saw total sales reaching C$1.2 billion, with production sales amounting to C$1,167.3 million. Net income for the third quarter of 2024 decreased by 73.7% year over year to C$14.2 million, impacted by lower gross margin from reduced sales volume, foreign exchange fluctua...
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    Tesla recalls Cybertruck due to faulty drive inverter
    Tesla has announced its sixth recall of the year for the Cybertruck due to a faulty component that might result in a loss of power to the vehicle's wheels. This recent recall impacts over 2,400 Cybertrucks manufactured between Nov. 6, 2023, and July 30, 2024. The recall notice, made public by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Nov. 5, specifies that the issue lies with metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) within the drive inverter. Wh...
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    MathWorks and NXP launch new toolbox for battery management system development
    MathWorks, known for its mathematical computing software, and NXP Semiconductors, recognized for its automotive processing solutions, have jointly announced the release of the model-based design toolbox (MBDT) for battery management systems (BMS). This toolbox is designed to aid engineers in modeling, developing and validating BMS applications using MATLAB and Simulink, including automating C-code generation for NXP battery cell controllers and integrating support for NXP's BMS SDK com...
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    Eaton partners with Treehouse to boost home electrification
    Eaton, a company recognized for its expertise in intelligent power management, has announced a partnership with Treehouse, focusing on enhancing residential electrification projects through a combination of Eaton's digitally enabled electrical solutions and Treehouse's AI-powered software and comprehensive installation services. This collaboration aims at accelerating the transition to clean energy in homes, facilitating the installation of technologies such as electric vehicle charging, ener...
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    US DOE announces $481 million loan to SK Siltron CCS to expand local production of EV chip materials
    The US Energy Department (US DOE) plans to provide a loan of $544 million to SK Siltron CCS LLC to support the development of local manufacturing capacity for high-quality silicon carbide (SiC) wafers for electric vehicle power electronics, the DOE announced Nov. 12. The loan comprises $481.5 million of principal and $62.5 million of capitalized interest. The loan will be offered through the Loan Programs Office's (LPO) Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program, which sup...
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    NHTSA imposes $165 million penalty on Ford for delayed response to four-year-old rearview cameras recall
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a consent order against Ford, imposing a civil penalty of $165 million for the automaker's failure to comply with federal recall requirements. This is the second highest penalty imposed by the US federal agency on a company in its 54-year history after erstwhile Japanese supplier Takata. The action follows an investigation by the safety agency, which found Ford's delayed recall of vehicles equipped with defective rearvie...
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    Exide Industries set to launch 6-GWh lithium-ion cell plant by 2026
    Exide Industries is advancing toward completing its lithium-ion (Li-ion) cell manufacturing facility and expects to launch the plant with a 6-GWh capacity in the first phase by the end of 2026, according to a news report published by Autocar Professional on Nov. 14. The construction of the main cell, administration and warehouse buildings is nearing completion, and equipment installation is in progress with team relocations underway to facilitate project activities, the report said, citi...
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    Gotion High-Tech secures $280 million in new funding for its battery project in Morocco
    Mainland Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-tech has secured $280 million in new funding for its planned battery project in Morocco, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Nov. 14. On Nov. 13, Gotion signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Moroccan investment agency CDG Group, which plans to invest $280 million in the first phase of Gotion's Morocco-based battery project, the report said, citing a press note issued by the company on Wednesday (Nov. 13). According...
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    Ionity expands EV charging network in the UK
    Expanding its electric vehicle charging network in the UK, Ionity, a leading original equipment manufacturer-backed EV charging network provider in Europe, has partnered with Village Hotels to install a total of 380 ultrarapid-charging points at 33 of its hotel properties across England, Scotland and Wales, Village Hotels announced Nov. 13. The EV chargers will provide ultrarapid charging at up to 350 kW for both hotel guests and the general public. Ionity expects all 33 sites to be oper...
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