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New SEMI Auto IC Master to support collaboration between Taiwan chipmakers and automotive ecosystem

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SEMI Taiwan launched the SEMI Auto IC Master, a comprehensive guide to automotive semiconductor and component providers in Taiwan. The guide is available through an online account or in hard copy and can be purchased by contacting the SEMI Taiwan representatives listed on the SEMI Auto IC Master webpage.

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RecycLiCo Battery Materials and Zenith Chemical announce US$25M Li-ion battery recycling JV in Taiwan

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The Zenith contribution (50%) will be funded in cash and RecycLiCo will receive a 10% interest in the joint venture company in return for a license of its technology, with the balance (40%) of its interest in cash. Ltd, a large publicly traded Japanese distribution company known for its expertise in lithium-ion battery-related materials.

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Tesla launches upgraded Model 3 in Taiwan, shipped from U.S.

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Tesla officially launched its upgraded Model 3 in North America this week, after the automaker debuted the vehicle in China, Europe and other markets last year. Alongside the recent launch, however, Tesla has also made the new Model 3 available in Taiwan, as shipped from one of its U.S. factory in Fremont, California.

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Foxconn to build EV ecosystem and battery production chain in Kaohsiung, Taiwan

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In addition, Kaohsiung has also attracted investments from companies such as WIN Semiconductors Corp., It also aims to localize battery manufacturing across all points of the supply chain, from upstream raw materials to midstream cells and the downstream battery packs.

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DENSO and USJC announce mass production shipment of automotive IGBTs, targeting expanding EV market

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It comes just one year after the companies announced a strategic partnership for this critical power semiconductor used in electric vehicles. Most of UMC's 12-in & 8-in fabs with its core R&D are located in Taiwan, with additional ones throughout Asia. A first shipment ceremony was held to mark this milestone. Earlier post.)

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Efficient Drivetrain collaborates with Master Transportation on first Made-in-Taiwan e-bus; EDI PowerDrive EV 6000

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The initial bus will be completed in Q4 of 2017, and is the first of its kind to meet the “made in Taiwan” policy—a government initiative created to establish local supply chain, requiring that at least 70% of the components be from manufacturers in Taiwan.

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Molicel to supply battery cells to Archer for production Midnight eVTOL

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Last year, Molicel announced plans to establish its first Gigafactory in Taiwan, which is scheduled to ramp up production in 2023. Molicel belongs to the energy business of Taiwan Cement Corporation (TCC). TCC is the first listing company in Taiwan stock market. The facility will have the capacity to produce 1.8

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