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Thomson Reuters report finds established auto industry companies, not Silicon Valley, leading development of autonomous driving tech

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Established automotive industry companies—not Silicon Valley—are leading the development of autonomous driving technology, according to a new report from the Intellectual Property and Science business of Thomson Reuters. However, the truth is that the techies are far from leading the self-driving pack.

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ACMA Automechanika 2024 concludes on a high note; global aftermarket presents USD 35 bn exports opportunity: ACMA-EY Study – ET Auto

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The Global Automotive Aftermarket Research, prepared by ACMA in collaboration with Ernst & Young was released during the event. It was a conglomeration of the entire mobility ecosystem under one roof, displaying the tech capabilities and innovations of Indian automotive industry.

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Rheinmetall wins another new order for engine blocks; “last man standing” strategy in ICE sector pays off

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Placed by an alliance of two globally active, well-known automakers, the order encompasses several hundred thousand engines blocks worth a figure in the mid-double-digit million-euro range. KS HUAYU AluTech GmbH will carry out the project in Neckarsulm, Germany. HASCO), a subsidiary of China’s SAIC Group. KPSNC) in China.

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AlixPartners finds limited consumer willingness to pay for autonomous vehicles but enthusiasm for robo-taxis

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While AVs represent a whole new platform for mobility, companies venturing into this space—new-entrants as well as the traditional auto industry—should be taking a clear-eyed look at their pathway to a viable business model, including perhaps partnering with others to reduce risk on their autonomous-vehicle programs.

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Volkswagen faces mounting pressure from Tesla and BYD

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During the pandemic, Volkswagen fell behind in the Chinese auto market as companies like BYD, Nio, and Tesla took over, with the competition nearly doubling the market’s EV and hybrid offerings (via Bloomberg ). Today, the automaker still hasn’t rebounded to pre-pandemic production levels across vehicle segments in Germany.

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Protean Electric forms partnerships for global production of in-wheel drive motors

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In-wheel electric drive startup Protean Electric ( earlier post ) has formed relationships with several leading companies in the global auto industry to accelerate its in-wheel electric drive systems to market in high-volume production. The suppliers and partners are: FEV, based in Aachen, Germany and Auburn Hills, Mich.,

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Schaeffler opens new dedicated e-mobility plant in Hungary; expects €2-3B in annual e-mobility orders from 2022 on

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Automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler has opened a new production facility at its Szombathely location in the west of Hungary. The goal is sustainable mobility, and we are determined to make real progress in that direction as a key technology partner for our customers by leveraging our global network of production facilities.

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