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Monday 10 March 2025
From cars to chips: Semiconductor sector follows auto industry toward regionalization
After releasing the global revenue and net profit rankings for EMS providers in 2025, DIGITIMES Asia has launched EMS Watch to track key electronics manufacturers. The launch,...
Wednesday 5 March 2025
Mexico considers heavy tariffs on Chinese auto imports as US trade pressure mounts
Mexico is contemplating tariffs on Chinese imports to mitigate US trade pressures. Such tariff changes could significantly impact the Chinese automotive industry in Mexico.
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Automotive supply chain veteran Tsang Yow shifts to semiconductors with accelerated trials at Chiayi plant
In addition to its ongoing commitment to the automotive industry, Tsang Yow has reportedly set its sights on the high-growth semiconductor sector. The company stated that to meet...
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Layoffs surge at Tier 1 suppliers amid rising costs and EV market slowdown
The wave of layoffs sweeping through the global automotive industry shows no sign of slowing, with major international Tier 1 suppliers--Germany's Continental, Bosch, and ZF--bearing...
Monday 24 February 2025
Bridging cultures: Foxconn's strategy for a unified Nissan partnership
Cultural differences have long complicated Renault's collaboration with Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors, raising the possibility that the French automaker may strengthen its ties with...
Friday 21 February 2025
Huawei CEO hints at 'Backup Plan 2.0'; HiSilicon launches new automotive chip
HiSilicon is keen to grow its chip business beyond mobile phones and computing to the automotive industry, according to industry sources in China. During a recent summit for private...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Gogoro's new platform plan expects to save millions in costs; supply chain confidence rebounds
The global automotive industry is undergoing another wave of restructuring, with the trend of modular platforms gaining momentum. In response, Gogoro is set to implement strategies...
Friday 14 February 2025
Foxconn-Nissan partnership prospects stir Taiwan's auto industry
After Nissan and Honda ended their merger talks, Foxconn expressed interest in a collaborative partnership with Nissan, rather than an outright acquisition. This announcement has...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Foxconn's auto gambit faces cultural maze at Stellantis, RNM
The automotive industry's deep connection to regional economies and political landscapes sets it apart from other electronics sectors, according to supply chain sources. This distinction...
Wednesday 12 February 2025
China's automotive ambitions drive merger of state-owned giants
Two of China's largest state-owned automotive enterprises have announced plans for a strategic reorganization. Dongfeng Motor Corporation and Changan Automobile (Changan), both under...
Wednesday 12 February 2025
Automakers adjust sales strategies amid electrification and AI trends
As the automotive industry undergoes transformation driven by electrification and the arrival of the AI digital age, many major car manufacturers have made significant adjustments...
Tuesday 11 February 2025
China auto merger creates world's fifth-largest automaker, poised to upend BYD dominance
Chinese automotive manufacturers Changan Automobile and Dongfeng Automobile are reportedly planning to merge, aiming to enhance their global competitiveness by combining resources...
Friday 7 February 2025
Taiwan supply chain speculates Nissan future as collapse of Honda merger talks looms
Industry observers from Taiwan's supply chain are speculating about Nissan's future direction as its potential merger with Honda appears increasingly likely to fail.
Tuesday 4 February 2025
EU auto industry headwind: tariffs, emission rules, and Chinese EVs
The European Union faces mounting pressure to recalibrate its automotive policies amid unprecedented industry challenges. These include potential tariffs under US President Donald...
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Trump tariff roils auto lighting supply chain, US shift proves unviable
Recently, US President Donald Trump revealed a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, posing a significant threat to the automotive industry. With six of the world's top ten...