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Friday 14 November 2025
SK Key Foundry to launch SiC power chips production in 1H26, targeting EV and energy markets
SK Hynix's 8-inch wafer subsidiary, SK Key Foundry, announced plans to launch its silicon carbide (SiC) compound power semiconductor business in the first half of 2026.
Thursday 13 November 2025
Tesla seeks South Korea partnerships to launch battery production plan
Analysts believe Tesla is shifting from battery-buying to battery-making, as its procurement team is reportedly in active communication with South Korean suppliers of cathode materials, anode materials, and copper foil for batteries. This reflects Tesla pursuing vertical integration to boost profitability and establish a self-contained ecosystem. According to the Korea Economic Daily, Tesla has also discussed orders with a South Korean copper foil manufacturer, with supply expected to begin in 2026.
Thursday 13 November 2025
Elon Musk's secret fab plan: new US chip plant targets 2026 ramp
Elon Musk, owner of SpaceX and Tesla Inc., is making significant strides to develop a comprehensive semiconductor manufacturing supply chain in the US. Sources indicate that the fan-out panel-level packaging (FOPLP) plant in Texas has reached the equipment delivery phase and aims to commence volume production by late third quarter 2026.
Thursday 13 November 2025
Infineon flags China EV headwinds as pricing pressure drags on auto outlook
Infineon Technologies struck a cautious tone on its automotive outlook during its 2025 earnings call, with CEO Jochen Hanebeck highlighting ongoing challenges in China's electric vehicle (EV) market and competitive pressures on power modules, even as demand for microcontrollers and Ethernet solutions continues to strengthen.
Wednesday 12 November 2025
Foxconn's EV ambitions expand: Luxgen acquisition could reshape Taiwan's auto market

Taiwanese media have recently reported that Foxconn's electric vehicle subsidiary, Foxtron, may acquire Luxgen, the homegrown automotive brand under Yulon Motor, in what would mark a significant step for the tech giant's push into full-vehicle brand operations. According to circulating reports, the two companies reached a preliminary understanding in early November 2025 and are negotiating details, with a potential official announcement expected during Foxconn Technology Day (HHTD25) on November 21.

Wednesday 12 November 2025
China's EV makers slash prices again, testing the limits of profit and innovation

In this partnership, GAC handles vehicle production, JD.com manages exclusive online sales and data operations, and CATL supplies the batteries and swap technology. The compact sedan features a 2,750 mm wheelbase, comes standard with Huawei's in-car system, Bluetooth key access, and over-the-air (OTA) software updates.

Wednesday 12 November 2025
Microchip forecasts fall short as tariffs hit 4Q25 US-China markets
Automotive microcontroller IDM vendors Texas Instruments (TI) and Microchip both fell short of market expectations for their fourth-quarter 2025 outlook. Although the financial results were slightly below forecasts, overall revenue in the automotive and industrial control sectors has not shown a significant decline.
Tuesday 11 November 2025
Three possible outcomes of Dutch officials' planned visit to China to discuss Nexperia crisis
Citing sources in the Dutch government, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the Netherlands is preparing to suspend its order control on Nexperia. German automotive supplier Aumovio and components manufacturer Bosch have confirmed they have resumed receiving Nexperia chips, marking a turning point after a month of global supply chain crisis.
Tuesday 11 November 2025
NDF allocates NT$10 billion to robotics technology investment
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently received approval from most of the company's shareholders for a compensation package worth about US$878 billion over ten years, contingent on conditions such as selling 20 million electric vehicles and 1 million Optimus robots per year. Through Tesla's leadership, the humanoid robot market is expected to grow rapidly. The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) recently announced that it will collaborate with the National Development Fund (NDF) to enhance investment in robotics companies and technologies, with a total amount of up to NT$10 billion (approx. US$322.9 million).
Monday 10 November 2025
SDI partners with Infineon to develop lead frame technology for AI and third-gen semiconductors
Taiwan-based lead frame manufacturer SDI announced it has signed a right of first offer (ROFO) agreement with Infineon Technologies to jointly advance the development of lead frame technology for artificial intelligence (AI) accelerators and expand into third-generation semiconductor applications, including silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), targeting AI processors used in hyperscale data centers.
Monday 10 November 2025
Taiwan machinery urged to back US reindustrialization and defense
The Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI) is celebrating its 80th anniversary amid one of the most turbulent economic periods in history. Despite global challenges, Taiwan's machinery industry still achieved a solid 6.6% year-on-year growth in the first three quarters of 2025.
Sunday 9 November 2025
uPI applies power IC demand growth across three segments
The rise of global AI applications has driven increased demand for power ICs, with power management IC (PMIC) design company uPI Semiconductor reporting steady demand for integrated Power Stage and server products. The company is targeting mid- to long-term gross margins of 40% while focusing on total solution offerings, including CPU and GPU Vcore power controllers, Power Stage components, and converters that support three fast-growing sectors: end-device computing, edge server computing, and cloud computing centers.
Friday 7 November 2025
Elon Musk maps out Tesla's semiconductor leap, ponders alliance with Intel
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company is considering building a large semiconductor fabrication plant to meet rising demand for AI and robotics chips, while keeping open the possibility of cooperation with Intel, a move that could redefine Tesla's chip strategy and the broader US semiconductor landscape.
Friday 7 November 2025
TAITRA leads 270 firms to US auto shows for EV and smart vehicle opportunities
Amid the global trend toward automotive electrification and smartification, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has commissioned the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) to spearhead a Taiwan Pavilion at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) and Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, aiming to support Taiwan auto parts suppliers in securing orders in major US trade shows. A total of 270 Taiwanese companies showcased their products, marking the second-largest delegation at the joint events.
Friday 7 November 2025
Volkswagen China launches first SOC chip for L3 autonomous driving

Long seen as a global automaker struggling to yield meaningful results from its massive investments in vehicle electronics and electrification, Volkswagen is now entering its most important market: China. It is preparing to launch development of its first system-on-chip (SoC) designed entirely in China, a key component that will power Level 3 driver-assistance systems and future fully autonomous driving functions.

Thursday 6 November 2025
European tier 1 and Japanese automakers sound alarms over Nexperia chip crisis
From late October to early November 2025, geopolitical tensions surrounding Dutch chipmaker Nexperia led to a chip shortage that affected European Tier 1 suppliers and Japanese automakers, prompting companies to implement emergency measures.
Thursday 6 November 2025
Winbond's DRAM bit supply to double as structural shortage extends through 2027
Continuous upgrades in memory technology have created a structural imbalance in supply and demand. Nevertheless, memory supplier Winbond Electronics delivered strong earnings in the third quarter of 2025. General manager Pei-Ming Chen stated that some customers are even seeking DDR4 long-term contracts of up to six years, and this structural shift is expected to last through 2027.
Thursday 6 November 2025
Nexperia chip disruption forces Honda and Nissan to cut production in Japan and overseas; Toyota unaffected
Chip supply disruptions at Nexperia continue to ripple through Japan's auto industry. Following Honda's partial production halt at some overseas plants on October 28, Nissan has become the latest automaker affected, with plans to scale back output at domestic factories.
Thursday 6 November 2025
China takes the self-driving wheel as chip war pushes Nvidia out
In 2025, the autonomous vehicle industry has become the focal point of a technological cold war. The United States and China are engaged in a high-stakes competition where chips, algorithms, and geopolitical factors not only influence market share but also impact national sovereignty and industrial survival.
Wednesday 5 November 2025
Automotive chip demand rebounds despite supply chain headwinds
Leading IDMs such as Texas Instruments (TI), NXP Semiconductors, and STMicroelectronics (STM) have reported recent quarterly results indicating a rebound in automotive semiconductor demand and inventory restocking. This trend offers a cautiously optimistic outlook for the global automotive sector despite persistent challenges, including tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and regional economic disparities.
Wednesday 5 November 2025
Nexperia warns clients of supply halt and quality risks at China plant amid dispute
Dutch chipmaker Nexperia is warning clients that shipments from its Chinese factory are halted indefinitely. The company also says it cannot guarantee the quality of products from the plant, according to a letter obtained by Reuters. The alert comes amid a growing dispute between the Netherlands and China over control of the factory. Beijing has accused The Hague of blocking efforts to solve the problem.
Wednesday 5 November 2025
How Nexperia’s low-cost chip became a high-stakes weapon
A semiconductor crisis that began in the Netherlands and is being fueled by US-China tensions has swept through the global auto industry at astonishing speed.
Tuesday 4 November 2025
European and US IDMs see slow recovery in automotive and industrial control
Key European and US IDMs like Texas Instruments (TI), NXP, and STMicroelectronics (STM) have released their latest earnings reports, some showing solid recovery performance in the previous quarter, while others faced relatively weak demand. Expectations for the next quarter also vary among companies.
Tuesday 4 November 2025
HPC and smart power reshape auto semiconductor market
The global automotive semiconductor market is expected to reach US$78 billion in 2025, according to Mike Cheng, regional president of Avnet Taiwan, one of the world's largest electronic component distributors. While the overall compound annual growth rate may hover around 4%, Cheng said three technological frontiers are expanding far more rapidly: high-performance computing (HPC), power systems, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Tuesday 4 November 2025
MediaTek and Realtek see glimmers of growth in a sluggish auto market
While global carmakers and supply chain players remain cautious about automotive market prospects, several Taiwanese chip designers are signaling quiet optimism. Leading international automotive semiconductor suppliers have adopted a wait-and-see approach, expecting only gradual recovery. Meanwhile, Taiwan's newer market entrants are experiencing stronger-than-expected order momentum.