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Thursday 19 December 2024
Chinese automakers and Foxconn said to have interest in buying Nissan
Chinese carmakers are rumored to be targeting financially troubled Nissan as a means of indirect entry into the US market. Rumors have also pointed to Foxconn as a possible suitor...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
EU tariffs force NIO to align prices with Porsche as Chinese automakers pivot to hybrids
The European Union has imposed anti-subsidy tariffs on Chinese battery electric vehicles (BEVs), reaching nearly 50%, forcing NIO to consider aligning its prices with luxury automakers...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Chinese hybrids evade EV tariffs, gain ground in EU
Chinese automakers, led by BYD, are leveraging hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) to strengthen their foothold in the European market, where the European Union's (EU) increased tariffs...
Monday 16 December 2024
Tesla and Chinese rivals accelerate autonomous driving amid Cruise exit
Approaching the end of 2024, US-based Tesla and Chinese automakers are accelerating their autonomous vehicle development efforts.
Monday 16 December 2024
Taiwanese supply chains diversify as global auto market sees modest growth
Global automotive sales, including new energy vehicles (NEVs), are projected to underperform initial expectations in 2024, yet the market maintains an upward trajectory. Facing growing...
Friday 13 December 2024
Stellantis, CATL partner to build EUR4 bn EV battery plant in Spain
CATL and Stellantis have entered a joint venture to establish a EUR4.038 billion (approx. US$4.25 billion) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain, with each party holding a 50% stake. As...
Friday 13 December 2024
BYD expands European EV production; Gotion targets battery growth in Morocco and Slovakia
The European Union's newly imposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) are sending a ripple of concern through the global auto industry. In response, BYD, the top EV manufacturer...
Friday 13 December 2024
Chinese SiC substrate firms eye overseas expansion amid domestic woes
Chinese SiC substrate vendors are seeking to expand beyond their home market where prices have collapsed amid severe oversupply, according to industry sources.
Thursday 12 December 2024
Europe's electrification challenges: refinancing becomes a new dilemma in 2025
The European automotive supply chain encountered significant hurdles in 2024 as electrification demand fell short of expectations, leading to low investment returns and widespread...
Monday 9 December 2024
China leads global EV expansion as Taiwan boosts smart tech in vehicles, says DIGITIMES Research
The global EV market is rapidly expanding, particularly in China, driven by affordable models and government support. While Europe and the US face slower growth due to various factors,...
Friday 6 December 2024
Asian players eye opportunities as European, US automotive suppliers downsize
Major tier-1 automotive suppliers in Europe and the US are conducting layoffs amid disappointing electric vehicle (EV) demand, potentially creating opportunities for their Asian counterparts...
Thursday 5 December 2024
Automakers face existential crossroads as competition intensifies
The automotive industry faces unprecedented upheaval as traditional manufacturers from Europe, the US, Japan, and South Korea confront economic headwinds and weakening electric vehicle...
Wednesday 4 December 2024
European tier 1 auto suppliers face transformation challenges in 2024
Leading tier 1 European automotive suppliers, including Bosch and ZF, have laid off more than 50,000 workers in 2024, surpassing layoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is mainly...
Tuesday 3 December 2024
Power semiconductor firms explore niche auto markets amid headwinds
Major integrated device manufacturers (IDM) are pessimistic about automotive chip prospects in 2025, with Taiwan-based power semiconductor firms taking cautious stances on the European...
Tuesday 3 December 2024
Shinkong diversifies amid European auto slump, eyes AI server opportunities
Shinkong Synthetic Fibers continues to navigate through Europe's prolonged automotive market downturn by implementing proactive diversification strategies and making a strategic entry...
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Samsung expands mobile phone production beyond Asian countries, says DIGITIMES Research
SLMs to increase presence in GenAI business opportunities, says DIGITIMES Research
Generative AI market to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030 with Taiwan holds hardware advantage; software and services to see promising future, says DIGITIMES Research