Mobility

Mahle and ProLogium cooperate on solid-state battery technologies

Panasonic Energy to purchase silicon anode materials from Nexeon, enabling production of higher-energy-density EV batteries in the U.S.

Vitesco Technologies honors Rohm Semiconductor with the “2022 Supplier of the Year Award”

Nissan global EV sales surpass 1-million-unit milestone

Great Wall Motor selects Access Europe and Radioline to bring streaming radio and podcasts for in-vehicle infotainment

Smart roads pivotal to smart car vision

Fiat Professional E-Scudo joins E-GAP’s fleet

Contribution to CO2-neutral energy supply at Daimler Truck: Photovoltaic system at the Woerth plant catches the summer sun

GRIDSERVE accelerates high power EV charging with UK-first battery and solar power innovation at Cornwall Services

Germany’s ZF Group and Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) partner in passenger car chassis systems

Tata Motors inaugurates state-of-the-art registered vehicle scrapping facility in Bhubaneswar

Mitsubishi Motors announces its first-quarter financial results for FY2023

Stellantis, Samsung SDI announce plans to build second StarPlus Energy gigafactory in the United States

Safeguarding the journey of future mobility: Yanfeng releases integrated seat safety solutions for the smart cabin

Audi Hungaria: production of the 2 millionth Audi in Győr is finished

BMW opens new Shanghai R&D Center. China R&D strategy upgraded for next-level digital user experiences

“Eight times five is 50”: Plant Dingolfing celebrates start of BMW i5 production during anniversary year

Nissan Ariya with ProPilot Assist receives ‘Very Good’ rating in the Assisted Drive test 2023 by Euro NCAP

ArcelorMittal and Gestamp sign circularity agreement to boost sustainability of automotive supply chain

2022 Supplier of the Year award: Vitesco Technologies honors outstanding suppliers

Metaverse impact hinges on security

Yanfeng expands its Technical Center in Slovakia

Berger: Record levels of electric mobility: 2022 saw more electric cars sold worldwide than ever before

Philippe Krief is appointed CEO of the Alpine brand

Nissan to adopt North American Charging Standard (NACS) for Ariya and future EV models

Cipia’s European automaker design win will include eight car models

Analog Devices and Foxconn work together to advance the next-generation digital cockpit platform and high-performance battery management system

Duisburg bets on hydrogen buses with Solaris

New generation DAF trucks ready for 100% HVO

Polestar debuts new showroom in Washington, DC

Targa Telematics partners with Renault to further consolidate its focus on global data integration

Renault expands its offer of partner apps

IBIS: Stellantis and Saft reveal a smarter, more efficient battery for autos and stationary power

Volvo Cars Q2 results: Full speed ahead in transformation with a solid business performance

Vehicle registration and production data blast – Q3 2023 edition

New parking standards to make mobility more convenient

MAHLE positions itself as system champion for e-mobility

Comau is developing innovative battery cell formation solutions with the GIGABAT project

Daimler Truck Holding AG: Preliminary results for Q2 2023 above expectations

BMW Group Plant Regensburg hits production milestone: 1,000,000th BMW X1 built at site

Vibracoustic expands production for automotive NVH solutions in China

Vibracoustic, a leading global supplier of automotive NVH solutions, announces the official opening of its plant in Chongqing, China

Toyota Mobility Foundation and WRI India release study that offers key insights into metro usage patterns across India

A survey of 7,200 commuters, across Nagpur, Delhi, and Bengaluru, conducted as part of the Station Access and Mobility Program (STAMP) underlines solutions for improving last-mile connectivity to metros

Tata Group to set up a battery gigafactory in the UK

Tata Sons will build a 40GW battery cell gigafactory in the United Kingdom (UK)

Volvo Group – the second quarter 2023

In Q2 2023, net sales increased by 18% to SEK 140.8 billion (118.9). Adjusted for currency movements, the increase was 11%

Do smart EVs spell the end of the traditional supply chain?

The complexity of new vehicles and continual shortages are sparking a move into the new era of automotive supply chains, writes Mike Hitmar

VDA: European AI Act threatens to complicate development and application of AI in vehicles

AI is a key technology for automotive companies - VDA welcomes creation of legal framework for use of AI - At the same time, there are many opportunities to improve draft

BorgWarner will integrate onsemi EliteSiC 1200 V and 750 V power devices into its VIPER power modules for traction inverter solutions to increase performance of electric vehicles

BorgWarner will integrate onsemi EliteSiC 1200 V and 750 V power devices into its VIPER power modules for traction inverter solutions to increase performance of electric vehicles

Seven Audi models meet tougher, updated IIHS criteria to earn coveted 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK awards

Audi earns seven 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK awards including five models that receive highest TOP SAFETY PICK+ accolade

Volkswagen Group of America’s Knoxville Innovation Hub reveals research breakthroughs to increase EV range and recycle vehicle materials

Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA) accelerates research into electric mobility and sustainable transportation innovation

Global automotive industry gears up for Automechanika Shanghai 2023

Expectations for this year’s edition of Automechanika Shanghai are naturally high as the global automotive industry looks to China for new energy vehicle solutions and next-generation technologies

Knorr-Bremse lays groundwork for the future: Global strategy update “Next Level” with strong focus on profitable growth

Strategic initiatives in three action areas, “products, people, and processes,” are generating additional, profitable growth and added value

Stellantis implements multifaceted semiconductor strategy to ensure supply security, drive innovation

Stellantis strategy combines agreements with chip makers for critical semiconductors, purchase of parts, and full visibility of future chip needs

Lighting technology at the highest level: Hella and Porsche launch world’s first SSL | HD matrix headlamp

Digital headlamp system SSL | HD is used for the first time in the new Porsche Cayenne

Pioneer to expand R&D footprint in India, targeting growth in Indian as well as global automotive market

Pioneer Corporation today announced plans to expand its footprint in India by adding R&D presence

The future of automotive research and development

This Automotive World report explores some of the technologies and trends shaping mobility R&D

The all-new Mercedes-AMG GLC: Performance SUV in two high-performance versions

AMG characteristic design features for the exterior and interior

Infineon expands portfolio for data logging memory; introduces industry’s first 1Mbit automotive-qualified serial EXCELON™ F-RAM and adds 4Mbit density

The evolving market for automotive event data recorders (EDR) is driving demand for specialized data-logging memory devices that instantly capture and reliably store critical data for decades

AMETEK Surface Vision to demonstrate innovative battery production inspection systems at The Battery Show 2023

AMETEK Surface Vision will showcase its products to industry leaders at the Battery Show North America 2023

GWM signs strategic cooperation agreement with Uzbekistan top auto group

On July 7, GWM and Uzbekistan's top automobile group ADM officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement on Uzbek market development

Mahindra and NXP signs MoU to drive next-generation smart electric mobility

Mahindra intends to explore NXP's extensive portfolio, innovative automotive system solutions, and expertise in zonal and domain controllers, electrification, advanced vehicle networks, and secure car access technologies for their upcoming platforms

FAW Group and Changchun Municipal People’s Government inks framework agreement regarding deepening strategic cooperation

On July 14, FAW Group Corporation (FAW) and Changchun Municipal People's Government held an agreement signing ceremony on further deepening strategic cooperation in Changchun

SEAT S.A. to build a battery cell assembly plant in Martorell

Additional 300-million-euro investment for the project submitted to the new Battery PERTE VEC

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023: MINI celebrates acclaimed model premieres in Great Britain

The sound, the thrill, the atmosphere: the Goodwood Festival of Speed celebrates motorsport and automotive culture in a unique way

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles conducts its first autonomous driving tests with passengers in Munich

Representatives from government, public authorities and the business world join journalists to find out the state of development on the first test drives with passengers

Volkswagen Group publishes third Responsible Raw Materials Report

This year’s Responsible Raw Materials Report focuses on adjustments to the existing management systems and processes in line with the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, which has been valid since January 1, 2023, and the introduction of the Responsible Supply Chain System (ReSC).

DAF LF Electric successfully completes EV Rally 2023

Team DAF-Cenex finishes trail of nearly 2.000 electric kilometres

SSAB and Kirchhoff Automotive start collaboration on fossil-free steel

Through the collaboration, Kirchhoff Automotive, manufacturer of safety-relevant structural components, can reduce its CO2 footprint by 40%

Volkswagen Group increases all-electric deliveries by around 50 percent in the first half year

The Volkswagen Group increased its deliveries of all-electric vehicles (BEVs) by 48 percent year-on-year to 321,600 vehicles in the first half of the year.

Australian Ambassador to China visits GWM

On July 10, the delegation led by H.E. Graham Fletcher, the Australian Ambassador to China, visited GWM and looked forward to promoting local green mobility cooperation projects in Australia, accompanied by Mu Feng, President of GWM and others.

Kia India celebrates 1 million ‘Make in India’ production units with the roll-out of its new Seltos

Kia becomes India’s fastest and youngest carmaker to achieve this milestone

Klaus Rinnerberger heads Leoni AG as Chief Executive Officer

New CEO intends to tap the automotive industry’s megatrends

Nikola and BayoTech partner to advance zero-emission hydrogen delivery

Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, and BayoTech, Inc. (“BayoTech”), an innovator in hydrogen production, transportation and storage solutions, announced an agreement to advance reliable hydrogen supply for zero-emission commercial fuel cell electric vehicle fleets.

MAN eTrucks only about half as loud as comparable diesel trucks

Reliable, independent values on noise emissions during truck deliveries in urban areas.

Stellantis’ safety free fall: Citroen C3 zero stars

The New Car Assessment Programme for Latin America and the Caribbean, Latin NCAP, second publication for 2023 shows another very concerning Stellantis result of zero stars for the Citroen C3 due to, among other things, an unstable structure, weak protection in frontal impact, lack of side head protection and lack of seat belt reminders.

Bentley announces new board member for manufacturing

Bentley Motors today announces the appointment of Andreas Lehe as the new Board Member for Manufacturing, commencing 1 September 2023.

Toyota Motor Europe’s sales grow to 573,976 in the first half of 2023

Toyota Motor Europe’s first half year sales volume of 573,976 marked growth of +2% year-on-year achieving a market share of 6.6%.

Spotlight on Latin America: DHL supply chain invests €500 million in the region

In light of the industries’ desire to diversify sourcing and supply chains DHL invests into Latin America, a springboard to accelerate further growth in global trade

Autoliv accelerates its global structural cost reductions; aims to close sites in Elmshorn, Germany and Congleton, United Kingdom

Autoliv, Inc., the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, announces its first steps in adjusting its geographic footprint and aims to close its sites in Elmshorn, Germany and Congleton, United Kingdom.

Audi – Edge Cloud 4 Production: IT-based factory automation enters series production

Audi has been testing the local server solution Edge Cloud 4 Production (EC4P), a new method of IT-based factory automation, at Böllinger Höfe since July 2022.

Asahi Kasei joins the Japan Hydrogen Forum to support decarbonization in the U.S.

Asahi Kasei announces that it has joined the Japan Hydrogen Forum (JH2F)