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Monday 24 October 2022
China energy storage firms stop taking orders amid battery crunch
Some China-based suppliers of energy storage systems and solutions reportedly have stopped taking new orders since late September due to serious shortages of batteries needed to power...
Monday 24 October 2022
Taiwan to reach PV installation capacity of 2.2-2.5GWp in 2022, says URE president
The total installation capacity of rooftop PV systems and PV power-generating stations set up around Taiwan in 2022 is expected to reach 2.2-2.5GWp, according to president Andy Shen...
Monday 24 October 2022
Transformation for sustainability: Q&A with CPC Taiwan chairman Lee Shun-chin
CPC, Taiwan (CPC), the largest oil and petrochemical company in Taiwan, has begun a transformation policy, aiming to become a clean power company and a critical material supplier...
Monday 24 October 2022
SEA Roundup: Philippine electronics sector to hit 10% growth in 2022
Due to the strong demand from semiconductors and products for EVs, the Philippine electronics sector is expected to hit 10% growth this year. The department of Trade and Industry...
Monday 24 October 2022
TSMC suspends work for Chinese chip startup amid US curbs
TSMC has suspended production of advanced silicon for Chinese startup Biren Technology to ensure compliance with US regulations, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Friday 21 October 2022
FPCB maker Complex Micro eyeing car applications as new growth driver
Taiwan-based Complex Micro Interconnection, specializing in flexible PCB (FPCB) for military and other niche market applications, is aggressively cutting into EV charging modules...
Friday 21 October 2022
Inflation Reduction Act has corporations worldwide looking to participate in the lithium battery sector
The lithium battery sector has become the hottest due to the US recently passing the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). The IRA is aiming to fight inflation with green energy...
Friday 21 October 2022
Cub Elecparts penetrates RV ABS solutions into US market
Taiwan-based Cub Elecparts, dedicated to supplying smart driving-related sensing devices and electrical and electronics parts for car applications, has penetrated its anti-lock braking...
Friday 21 October 2022
Hyundai Mobis to make chassis modules for Mercedes Benz EVs
According to the South-Korea based Hyundai Mobis, it has begun to supply chassis modules for automaker Mercedes-Benz AG's four electric SUVs, becoming the first non-European supplier...
Friday 21 October 2022
EVE Energy to build cylindrical battery plant in Malaysia to support electric two-wheelers
EVE Energy, one of China's leading battery manufacturers, announced that it will invest US$422.3 million in a project in Malaysia. The company plans to produce 21700-type cylindrical...
Friday 21 October 2022
US eyes expanding China tech ban to quantum computing and AI
The Biden administration is exploring the possibility of new export controls that would limit China's access to some of the most powerful emerging computing technologies, according...
Friday 21 October 2022
Tesla notes limits in logistics capacity as delivery grows big
For the third quarter of 2022, Tesla reported 54% and 42% on-year growth in production and delivery and another record revenue of US$21.5 billion, logging a 56% on-year increase.
Thursday 20 October 2022
Foxconn showcases research results in future vehicles, highlighted by information security and V2X
The Hon Hai Research Institute (HHRI)'s goal is to do foresight research 3 to 7 years ahead that comply with the group's 3+3 strategy. They will announce their progress at the NExT...
Thursday 20 October 2022
BMW invests US$1.7 billion to expand US EV production, partnering with Envision AESC
German automaker BMW announced on Wednesday (October 19) to invest US$1.7 billion its auto plant in Spartanburg, USA. Located in the state of South Carolina, the plant is expected...
Thursday 20 October 2022
Key iPhone supplier warns smartphone demand will continue to fall
Murata Manufacturing expects this year's drop in smartphone sales to keep going well into 2023, led by a sharp downturn in China.