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Wednesday 27 November 2024
Mitsubishi Electric invests in new power semiconductor back-end factory
Mitsubishi Electric is ramping up its power semiconductor production in Japan to meet the surging demand fueled by the EV revolution and global climate change initiatives.
Wednesday 27 November 2024
China's 4S dealerships face mass closures amid price wars and EV surge
China's 4S dealership model, once a cash cow in the early 2000s, is unraveling under mounting pressure. The sector, which peaked around 2017, has been hit hard by fierce price wars...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
China's auto semiconductor growth driven by electrification and smart tech
Global IDM leader Onsemi announced a cautious outlook for the semiconductor market in its third-quarter 2024 financial report. CEO Hassane El-Khoury tempered expectations for 2025...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Taiwan and Germany join forces for smart mobility with AI license plate innovation
On November 26, Germany's Tönnjes International Group and the German-Taiwanese joint venture Toennjes Leon unveiled an innovative AI anti-counterfeit license plate initiative...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Power IC maker Potens extensively engages with automotive industry
Potens Semiconductor, known for its power semiconductors, is actively entering the automotive sector despite the current inventory adjustments in the industry.
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Honda to begin all-solid-state battery trials in 2025, targets cost cuts to rival Chinese EVs
Honda plans to start trial production of all-solid-state batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) in January 2025, aiming to double EV driving range and reduce battery costs by 25% compared...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Shifting gears: US tariffs reshape global automotive supply chain
Heightened US tariff policies are rattling the automotive industry, threatening higher vehicle costs. Industry insiders note that while the US mandates final assembly domestically,...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Thailand's PTT to reduce stake in joint venture with Foxconn
Thailand's state-controlled energy conglomerate PTT has announced that due to fierce competition in the EV market resulting in a price war, the group will lower its stake in the joint...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Tesla faces fierce competition as FSD eyes China debut
Tesla plans to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China by early 2025, though regulatory approval remains uncertain. Domestic automakers are intensifying efforts to...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Trump's push for autonomous vehicle regulations reshapes US self-driving landscape
A comprehensive federal framework for autonomous vehicles is reportedly being planned by President-Elect Donald Trump's transition team to accelerate adoption and revitalize US leadership...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
STMicro postpones US$20 billion revenue target to 2030 on auto chip slowdown
STMicroelectronics (STM) has revised its growth targets amid persistent weak demand for chips used in automotive and industrial applications. During its Capital Markets Day in Paris,...
Monday 25 November 2024
STMicroelectronics partners with Hua Hong Semiconductor to boost local production in China's EV market
STMicroelectronics unveiled a strategic partnership with China's Hua Hong Semiconductor, with a plan to commence production of 40nm process MCUs in Shenzhen by the end of 2025. STMicroelectronics...
Monday 25 November 2024
German automakers slash jobs: What's happening to Germany's economy?
Germany's rapid post-World War II economic growth was driven by advanced industrial technology, a robust workforce, and its globally renowned luxury car brands, which dominated the...
Monday 25 November 2024
Weekly news roundup: Trump's return casts shadow over TSMC's AI chip expansion
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Friday 22 November 2024
Japan halts funding for all-polymer battery firm APB amid company crisis
Japanese authorities have officially terminated subsidies for APB Corp, a pioneer in next-generation all-polymer battery technology, amid severe financial difficulties and leadership...