Car buyers benefit as market faces oversupply

The automobile market in early 2025 is witnessing a major shift as automakers and dealerships slash prices on 2024 models to clear excess inventory

Thailand’s factory output falls in December amid declining car production

Thailand’s Manufacturing Production Index (THMPI) contracted by 2.11% year-on-year in December, a steeper drop than the 0.50% decline forecasted in a Reuters poll, the Industry Ministry

BYD set to finish US$1B EV plant in Indonesia by year-end

China’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, BYD, is set to complete construction of its $1 billion manufacturing plant in Indonesia by late 2025, reinforcing its ambition to dominate a market traditionally led by Japanese automakers.

Mazda invests US$150M to boost EV production in Thailand

Mazda is making a significant push into electric and hybrid vehicle production with a US$150 million (THB 5 billion) investment in Thailand. The Japanese automaker aims to produce new compact electric SUVs, reinforcing Thailand’s position as a major automotive manufacturing hub.

Vention unveils click & customize robotic work cells for fast deployment

Vention's Click & Customize family of pre-engineered robotic work cells delivers the fast ROI of a turnkey product with the customized performance manufacturers need

IDTechEx forecasts solid-state battery market to hit US$9 billion by 2035

The solid-state battery (SSB) industry is transforming and is driven by advanced technologies and rising application demand. Offering breakthroughs in safety and energy density, SSBs could reach a US$9 billion market by 2035.

Novelis launches first-ever aluminum coil made entirely from recycled automotive scrap

Developed and produced for the European automotive market, this breakthrough marks a significant step toward greater circularity and sustainability in the automotive industry.

Laser welded hard coatings for EURO 7-compliant brake discs

The EURO 7 standard will immensely change the automotive industry: for the first time, not only emissions from combustion engines will be regulated, but also the abrasion of brakes, among other things.

How sorghum can help solve global food security issues

Sorghum has various uses in value-added products such as animal feed, biofuels, and gluten-free foods.

Role of vitamins K2 MK-7 and D3 in alleviating long COVID symptoms

A new clinical trial conducted by University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, has revealed that a daily dose of vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 MK-7 could help improve symptoms of long COVID.

Precision solutions for metalworking

SIMTEK Präzisionswerkzeuge GmbH presents an expanded selection of 3D-lasered chip forming geometries, the versatile simmill 9W milling tool system, and newly developed, length-adjustable holders.

WELTEC BIOPOWER announces projects in Japan

German biogas specialist Weltec Biopower offers customers stable, earthquake-proof building constructions for their cattle and pig farms