Automotive components and supplier developments not covered by a more specific component tag.
Tesla raises Model 3 European range to 572 km with lower-resistance tyres
Tesla says updated tyres will lift the European Model 3’s listed WLTP range from 534 km to 572 km without increasing battery capacity. Lower rolling resistance cuts consumption from 13 to 12.2 kWh/100 km.
Hongqi develops perovskite solar sunroof prototype for electric SUV
FAW Hongqi has developed a perovskite photovoltaic sunroof prototype for its EHS7 electric SUV. The 300W system is designed to generate about 400kWh annually, while future body-integrated panels could provide up to 80km of daily driving range.
Xiaomi unveils 3nm intelligent-driving chip for autonomous systems
Xiaomi has unveiled the Xring D100, China’s first 3nm intelligent-driving chip. The 20-core processor and 16-core NPU are claimed to deliver 700–1,000 TOPS, but the chip still requires automotive certification and validation before deployment in an unspecified model.
US to raise Canadian vehicle and parts tariffs to 50% in 2027
Donald Trump said the US will increase tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, automotive parts and steel to 50% from 1 January 2027, escalating the trade dispute after negotiations broke down.
KGM Musso EVs sold in Australia lacked two advertised airbags
KGM and ANCAP say Musso EV utes sold in Australia since November 2025 were missing the advertised centre and driver knee airbags. More than 300 vehicles were affected, while KGM has corrected its marketing materials.
Europe’s semiconductor strategy faces capacity, skills and supply-chain constraints
Europe’s semiconductor output is forecast to reach only 8% of global capacity by 2030, well below the EU’s 20% target. A proposed Chips Act 2.0 seeks to strengthen production, but the region faces investment, workforce and raw-material dependencies, despite automotive-focused projects such as ESMC’s Dresden plant.
GM agrees up to $4.5bn parts deal to secure critical components
General Motors has agreed a financing-backed parts procurement arrangement worth up to $4.5bn with Procura Auto Parts, allowing suppliers to be prepaid and helping secure critical components while limiting inventory costs and supply-chain disruption risks.
TDK expands 125 V capacitors for small electric vehicles
TDK is expanding its aluminium electrolytic capacitor ranges with 125 V-rated parts and higher ripple-current capability for compact DC-link banks in small electric vehicles, micromobility platforms and other applications.
China overtakes South Korea in CMOS image sensors as automotive competition grows
Yole’s 2025 CMOS image-sensor landscape finds China has overtaken South Korea as the second-largest supplier. Automotive remains a key battleground, with Omnivision leading and Sony gaining share in high-resolution ADAS and viewing cameras.
Paccar recalls 5,919 heavy trucks over possible electrical fault
Paccar is recalling 5,919 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth heavy trucks after oil contamination may affect their power distribution centre boxes. Dealers will inspect serial numbers and replace defective units free of charge; no related field reports had been received by 27 July.
Brake Safety Week targets commercial-vehicle drums and rotors
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will focus its 23–29 August Brake Safety Week inspections in Canada, Mexico and the US on drums and rotors, removing vehicles with serious brake or other violations from service and collecting enforcement data.
Xpeng recalls 33,473 X9 MPVs over air-suspension defect
Xpeng will recall 33,473 X9 MPVs in China from 28 August 2026 after manufacturing defects caused front air-spring leaks in high heat and humidity. The company will replace affected air-spring assemblies free of charge.
ConMet launches TruCast aftermarket brake-drum range
ConMet has launched its TruCast aftermarket brake-drum range, with nine part numbers for heavy-duty truck and trailer applications. The drums are available through the company's North American aftermarket distribution network and meet FMVSS 121 and OEM performance requirements.
Continental launches ContiTread HDL 5 EP commercial-vehicle retread
Continental has launched the ContiTread HDL 5 EP, a long-haul drive retread for commercial fleets. Its five-rib tread, revised compound and 3D sipes are intended to improve fuel efficiency, wear life, traction and uptime.
NextGO Epi raises €2m for gallium oxide wafer production
Berlin-based NextGO Epi has secured €2m pre-seed funding to advance production of industrial-quality gallium oxide epitaxial wafers, has generated initial revenue from international customers and the funding has been earmarked to support development, staffing and commercial expansion.
Foton launches local accessories range for Tunland
Foton Australia has partnered with three local specialists and has developed a genuine accessories range for Tunland V7 and V9, and has provided warranty-supported fitment via its authorised retailer network to simplify fleet configuration and deployment.
Rust-Prevention Strategy for Vocational Fleets
Holman has outlined rust-mitigation practices for vocational fleets in winter climates, and has emphasised specification choices, supplier coating processes and routine inspections to reduce downtime and equipment degradation.
Tesla A15 chip planned for production at Samsung and TSMC fabs
Tesla’s A15 chip is planned for concurrent production on 2nm processes at TSMC in Taiwan and Samsung’s Taylor, Texas facility, with TSMC Arizona and Tesla’s Texas Terafab potentially added later.
REWIRE project advances smart remanufacturing
The Horizon Europe-funded REWIRE project has brought together industry and research partners across three demonstrators to deploy robotics, AI and digital twin technologies, and has established a Triage, Plan, Simulate and Assure framework to improve remanufacturing traceability, compliance and scalability.
Infineon opens largest power semiconductor plant in Dresden
Infineon has opened a €5bn power semiconductor plant in Dresden, has received nearly €920m in European Chips Act funding, has increased regional production capacity and has been expected to double Dresden output and create about 1,000 specialist jobs.
Xiaomi Auto unveils fully recycled alloy for EV chassis
Xiaomi Auto has launched Titan Alloy 2.0, a 100% recycled aluminium structural casting material that has registered 1.1 kgCO₂e/kg (a 93% reduction), has been IVL‑verified and EPD‑registered, and has been projected for a 550,000‑vehicle annual platform.
BYD Ti7 owners in China report detached glass roofs and charging-port leaks
Owners of BYD’s Ti7 EV in China have reported panoramic glass roofs detaching within days of delivery, causing leaks, wind noise and water pooling around the rear charging port. Thirty-one roof-related complaints have been filed, with BYD referring the issue to authorities.
E13 EM gate-drive transformers for xEV platforms
TDK has introduced the E13 EM gate-drive transformers for xEV platforms, which have been qualified to AEC‑Q200 Rev. E and specified for −40 °C to 150 °C, offering compact SMD MnZn designs, 100–400 kHz operation and IEC insulation compliance.
Imec expands chiplet programme for autonomous edge
Imec has extended its Automotive Chiplet programme into an Autonomous Edge Chiplet programme, leveraging established HPC building blocks to promote chiplet reuse, reduce redevelopment and foster an interoperable edge computing ecosystem across automotive and other sectors.
BYD Denza Z reveals triple-motor steer-by-wire chassis architecture
A teardown of BYD’s upcoming Denza Z electric sports car has revealed an in-house steer-by-wire system with one front motor, two rear motors and six-layer redundancy. The technology is planned for the 1,582hp model’s rollout in China.
Melexis ships Hall current sensor with digital output for automotive systems
Melexis is shipping the MLX91229 Hall current sensor, which uses a sigma-delta digital output to improve signal integrity in electrically noisy automotive applications including traction inverters.
TDK launches automotive HAL 13xy 3D Hall-effect switch family
TDK has launched HAL 13xy dual-output 3D Hall-effect switches for automotive motor speed and direction sensing, including seat-track, sunroof, steering and window-lifter applications.
Infineon launches production-ready radar transceiver for centralised ADAS
Infineon’s 8Tx8Rx radar transceiver supports centralised and edge architectures, 4D and HD imaging radar, and Level 2 and Level 2+ ADAS applications. The device targets automotive customers, including those developing vehicles for China.
ZF LIFETEC four-airbag system for reclined seats
ZF LIFETEC has developed a four‑airbag system for reclined seating that has been designed to protect head, pelvis and legs and to reduce submarining; modules have been scheduled for series production in 2028 and have been announced for AIRBAG 2026.
Dream Chip unveils automotive ISP-X418
Dream Chip has introduced the ISP-X418, an automotive-certified ISP with HDR support, multiple outputs and safety extensions, and has contributed SoC chiplet architecture and Safety Island IP to the CHASSIS programme for a UCIe-based base die.
Fatal fire disrupts automotive aftermarket distribution hub in China
A fatal fire at an automotive aftermarket components distribution hub in central China disrupted local supplies. Authorities detained the facility’s controller as regulators broaden fire-safety compliance sweeps across automotive logistics and parts facilities.
CACSA develops aerodynamic bullbar for South African truck fleets
Commercial Auto Components SA is developing an aerodynamic bullbar for long-haul trucks. Ansys FEA simulations indicated about 32% lower average turbulence intensity than its existing design, aiming to improve vehicle protection without compromising fuel efficiency.
Peak Nano film selected for 800V+ SiC electric-vehicle inverters
Advanced Conversion has selected Peak Nano’s NanoPlex LDF film for DC-link capacitors in 800V+ silicon-carbide inverter systems. The technology is designed to improve thermal performance and current handling in electric-vehicle and other high-voltage mobility applications.
Force Technology to supply Cosworth with valve springs
Force Technology has been contracted to manufacture bespoke valve springs for Cosworth’s next-generation hypercars, has applied FEA-led development and multistage validation, and has reported typical manufacturing lead times of four to eight weeks.
ROHM unveils top-side cooling package for SiC MOSFETs in EV systems
ROHM has developed a surface-mount cooling package for SiC MOSFETs used in electric-vehicle onboard chargers and electric compressors. The design supports automated mounting while providing heat dissipation comparable to conventional through-hole packages.
TCL opens automated smart-cockpit factory in Shenyang
TCL has opened an automated smart-cockpit factory in Shenyang, commencing production of automotive displays with over 85% automation and 10 SMT lines, aiming to supply local vehicle-makers and shorten localised display supply chains in Northeast China.
Zeekr 8X teardown details steel-aluminium body and battery protection
An Autohome teardown of Geely’s Zeekr 8X examines its steel-aluminium body structure, dual-beam front-end protection, chassis design and 70kWh ternary-lithium battery enclosure.
Magna wins European OEM programme for mirror-integrated driver monitoring
Magna will supply a European OEM with a mirror-integrated driver and occupant monitoring system combining behind-the-glass cameras, software and system integration for centralised vehicle computing platforms.
UAW strike at Dauch plant may disrupt GM truck supply
Almost 1,000 workers at Dauch Corp.'s Three Rivers axle plant have gone on strike, risking disruption to General Motors' pick-up truck supply chains and prompting ongoing negotiations between the United Auto Workers and the supplier.
BYD Yangwang U8L frame passes 12-ton lift test
BYD has disclosed that the Yangwang U8L’s one-piece aluminium frame has been developed with aerospace casting and joining methods, has reduced parts and weld length, has passed a 12-ton lift test and has lowered vehicle weight by 56 kg.
Vishay launches automotive-grade inductors for battery-charging systems
Vishay has added four IHXL inductors featuring a new iron-alloy core that cuts core losses by 20% and reduces temperature rise. Two variants are AEC-Q-qualified for automotive applications, including battery-charging systems and DC-DC converters.
Toshiba ships test samples of 1,200 V SiC MOSFET for EV chargers
Toshiba has begun shipping test samples of a 1,200 V SiC MOSFET that cuts on-resistance per unit area by 58% versus its third-generation device. Mass production is targeted for fiscal 2026, with the lineup set to expand into automotive applications.
Nexperia to manufacture MOSFETs at Polar's Minnesota fab
Nexperia has announced a partnership with Polar Semiconductor to manufacture next-generation power MOSFETs at Polar's Bloomington, Minnesota foundry and has sought to secure US-based supply capacity for automotive, AI server infrastructure, robotics and industrial applications.
ROHM RESDxVx ESD diodes for above-10 Gbps interfaces
ROHM has introduced the RESDxVx ESD diodes, which have combined low terminal capacitance (0.24/0.48 pF) with 0.28 Ω dynamic resistance and have been AEC‑Q101 qualified for automotive variants targeting above 10 Gbps interfaces.