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Scania Presents Protected Mobility, Battlefield Power and Lifecycle Support Solutions for Defence Customers

(IN BRIEF) Scania will showcase its latest defence solutions at Eurosatory in Paris under the theme “Designed to perform, built to deliver,” presenting technologies focused on protected mobility, hybrid battlefield power, modular logistics, Power Solutions and Integrated Logistic Support. The … Read the full press release

Oppanol N PLUS Expands BASF’s Battery Materials Offering with Narrow Specifications and Improved Process Reliability

(IN BRIEF) BASF has launched Oppanol® N PLUS, a new high-performance binder designed for next-generation electric vehicle batteries, including solid-state battery technologies. Based on BASF’s proven polyisobutene technology, the material is engineered for use in cathodes, anodes or electrolytes, where … Read the full press release

ZF Highlights Technologies to Reduce Operating Costs and Support Safer Public Transportation at busworld Türkiye

(IN BRIEF) ZF will present its latest technologies for sustainable public transportation at busworld Türkiye in Istanbul from June 17 to 19, 2026, highlighting solutions for electrification, safety and digital fleet management. The company will showcase the AxTrax 2 LF … Read the full press release

ZF Strengthens Role as Systems Partner for Europe’s Defense Industry with Eurosatory 2026 Technology Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) ZF will present its defense and special vehicle technology portfolio at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris from June 15 to 19, under the theme “Together on Mission.” Drawing on more than 50 years of experience in defense and special … Read the full press release

eActros 600 Expedition Vehicle Prepares for Global Journey as Mercedes-Benz Trucks Highlights Adventure Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks is showcasing a range of adventure and off-road vehicle highlights at Abenteuer Allrad 2026 in Bad Kissingen, including the first public presentation of Tobias Wagner’s completed battery-electric eActros 600 expedition vehicle. The truck, fitted with a … Read the full press release

Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Boliden Complete Major Autonomous Transport Milestone at Garpenberg Mine in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Boliden have completed an autonomous transport project at Boliden’s Garpenberg site in Sweden, reaching a major milestone in their collaboration following the memorandum of understanding signed in 2023. The project involved moving nearly 700,000 … Read the full press release

SEAT & CUPRA Positions Martorell as European EV Manufacturing Hub with Start of CUPRA Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo Production

(IN BRIEF) SEAT & CUPRA has started production of the CUPRA Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo at its Martorell plant, marking the beginning of production for the Electric Urban Car Family and strengthening Spain’s role as a major European hub … Read the full press release

Tessalia Joint Venture Advances European Chip Packaging Ambitions With Planned 50 Million SiP Components Annually by 2033

(IN BRIEF) Foxconn, Radiall and Thales have inaugurated the next stage of Tessalia Technology SAS, a new joint venture in Le Barp, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, dedicated to Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Testing. Created within the framework of the EU Chips Act, Tessalia … Read the full press release

BASF Coatings Strengthens Paintshop Sustainability Leadership with Award for Overspray Free Application Technology

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has won the Sustainability Award in Automotive 2026 for its Overspray Free Application process, known as OFLA, which enables more sustainable two-tone vehicle painting without overspray or masking. The award, jointly organised by the ATZ/MTZ Group … Read the full press release

Schaeffler to Showcase Chassis and Body Innovations for Safer, More Comfortable and More Connected Vehicles at Automotive Symposium 2026

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will present its latest chassis and body technology innovations at the 13th Schaeffler Automotive Symposium in Bühl, with a focus on improving comfort, convenience, safety, handling and driving dynamics in modern vehicles. The company is responding to … Read the full press release

Continental Begins Premium Radial Motorcycle Tire Manufacturing in Thailand to Support Global Market Demand

(IN BRIEF) Continental has started radial motorcycle tire production at its Rayong plant in Thailand, marking a major step in the company’s global motorcycle tire strategy. The launch was celebrated on 22 May 2026 as part of the opening ceremonies … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Rayong Tire Plant in Thailand with Over 300 Million Euro Investment to Strengthen Asia-Pacific Supply Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Continental has inaugurated a major expansion of its tire plant in Rayong, Thailand, supported by an investment of more than 300 million euros, or approximately 13 billion Thai Baht. The expansion adds annual capacity for 3 million additional … Read the full press release

SGS Strengthens Automotive Testing Role with Changan Automobile Approval Across Thai Laboratory Network

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been officially approved by Changan Automobile as a third-party laboratory for passenger vehicle testing, covering its laboratories in Chonburi, Rayong and Bangkok. The approval recognises SGS’s capabilities across a wide automotive testing scope and makes the … Read the full press release

Proposed Stellantis-Dongfeng Joint Venture Targets NEV Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing Synergies in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis and Dongfeng Group have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to explore the creation of a new Stellantis-led joint venture in Europe focused on the sales, distribution, manufacturing, purchasing and engineering of Dongfeng new energy vehicles. The … Read the full press release

Automotive Collaboration Talks Begin as Stellantis and JLR Explore US Development Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis and Jaguar Land Rover have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to explore possible collaboration opportunities in product development in the United States. The agreement provides a framework for both companies to assess potential synergies across product … Read the full press release

DHL Integrates Rail Freight into Formula 1 Supply Chain to Reduce Transport Emissions

(IN BRIEF) DHL has completed its first-ever rail freight operation for Formula 1 logistics, transporting approximately 50 containers of race equipment from Miami to Montreal during the 2026 season. The pilot shifted around 68 percent of freight that would normally … Read the full press release

Global Suppliers Recognized by Schaeffler for Excellence in Manufacturing and Mobility Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler honored seven suppliers during Supplier Day 2026 in Herzogenaurach, recognizing outstanding achievements across categories including electric mobility, powertrain systems, industrial solutions and logistics. The event focused on the importance of resilient supply chains, strategic supplier partnerships and … Read the full press release

European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association and European Aluminium urge EU to expand vehicle CO2 rules to support low-carbon aluminium

(IN BRIEF) European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association and European Aluminium are calling on the European Union to revise CO2 rules for cars and vans to include incentives for low-carbon aluminium alongside steel. The organisations argue that the automotive and aluminium industries … Read the full press release

Stellantis Strengthens Chinese Manufacturing Strategy Through Expanded Dongfeng Cooperation

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis and Dongfeng Motor Group have expanded their strategic partnership through new plans to manufacture Peugeot and Jeep electric vehicles in China for both domestic and global markets. The companies’ DPCA joint venture in Wuhan is expected to … Read the full press release

ID. Polo GTI Signals Volkswagen’s Electric Future for Its Iconic Performance Hatchback Line

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has introduced the fully electric ID. Polo GTI, the first battery-electric model in the 50-year history of the GTI brand. Powered by a 226 PS electric motor and featuring front-wheel drive, adaptive sports suspension and an electronically … Read the full press release