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Jul 15

Auto supply chains brace for tariffs and inflation bite

The global automotive supply chain is under growing strain amid a turbulent macroeconomic environment. As pressure mounts, Chinese automakers are passing rising costs onto suppliers, prompting government intervention. Foreign media reports that Western carmakers—including Ford and Stellantis—have also begun tightening contract terms with their suppliers in response.

Molicel factory fire prompts 3-day air quality monitoring in Kaohsiung

Jul 15

Taiwan solar industry group denies toxic leakage concerns after typhoon damage

Jul 15

Taiwan battery, solar sectors face safety scrutiny amid global expansion push

Jul 15

Japan's JS Foundry files for bankruptcy following power chip strategy setbacks

Jul 15

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BATTERYTaiwan Cement launches full investigation into Molicel plant fire

Jul 16, 06:57

Following the fire that broke out at Taiwan Cement Corporation (TCC) subsidiary Molicel's Kaohsiung plant in the early morning on July 14, TCC chairman Nelson Chang has conducted a comprehensive review and ordered a thorough investigation into whether the sensors and multi-stage fire suppression system at the lithium battery plant failed.

BATTERYTaiwan Cement's battery unit hit by fire as transformation drive stalls

Jul 15

A flash fire at Taiwan Cement's lithium battery subsidiary Molicel threatens to derail the company's pivot away from traditional cement operations, highlighting risks as Asian manufacturers rush into the electric vehicle supply chain.

AUTOMOTIVE ICAs physical AI matures, SOS Lab bets big on smarter, smaller LiDAR

Jul 14

With autonomous vehicles and service robots ushering in a new era of "physical AI," the spotlight is once again on core sensing technologies. While Tesla CEO Elon Musk has famously championed vision-based systems over LiDAR, South Korean startup SOS Lab believes laser-based sensing is poised for a comeback, thanks to breakthroughs in size, clarity, and safety.

BATTERYSK On partners with L&F to build North American LFP battery supply chain

Jul 14

SK On signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with South Korean battery cathode materials company L&F to promote its lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery business targeting the North American energy storage system (ESS) market.

MOBILITYGogoro's zero monthly rental plan aims to retain customers but sparks debate over hidden fees

Jul 14

On July 8, 2025, Gogoro announced its new zero monthly rental plan, stirring considerable discussion. However, every coin has two sides - what exactly is Gogoro offering with this move?

MOBILITYWeekly news roundup: China’s semiconductor setback, MediaTek gains on Qualcomm, and ongoing US-China chip tensions

Jul 14

Below are the most-read DIGITIMES Asia stories from July 7 to July 13, 2025. This week's top three highlights include China’s semiconductor ambitions facing setbacks as Jiangsu Advanced Memory Semiconductor cancels its restructuring amid investment delays. Meanwhile, MediaTek gains ground on Qualcomm in China’s premium smartphone market, signaling a notable industry shift. The US-China semiconductor standoff shows signs of tactical maneuvering, with both sides testing political and economic limits.

AVSouth Korea advances self-driving commuter bus with risk prediction model

Jul 14

South Korea's autonomous driving technology has entered the proof of concept stage. Their PanTa-G self-driving bus operates in Pangyo and has so far served over 55,000 passengers and accumulated over 52,000km of travel. Moving forward, South Korea plans to focus its research more on driving risk prediction and safety management, aiming to build a data-based intelligent traffic safety network.

BATTERYTaiwan's CAEC surges 877% on chip industry battery demand

Jul 14

Taiwan's Changs Ascending Enterprise Co. (CAEC) posted June revenue of NT$48.6 million (approx. US$1.5 million), up 877% from a year earlier, as semiconductor manufacturers adopted its lithium iron phosphate battery systems for uninterrupted power supply applications.

MOBILITYHyundai sets 2028 goal for AI-integrated software-defined vehicles

Jul 14

Hyundai Motor, South Korea's largest automaker, has announced plans to release its first production vehicle equipped with end-to-end (E2E) autonomous driving technology by 2027. The company also aims to launch a fully integrated software-defined vehicle (SDV), powered by artificial intelligence and cloud-based services, by 2028.

AUTO COMPONENTSDespite exchange rates hurting June revenue, Laster Tech's 1H25 still posts record high

Jul 13

Despite foreign exchange fluctuations and seasonal factors decreasing June revenue, LED automotive lighting module manufacturer Laster Tech still achieved a record-high consolidated revenue for the first half of 2025.

AVTrump's 30% tariff threat to EU and Mexico comes with fine print

Jul 12

President Donald Trump unleashed his latest tariff ultimatums, declaring a 30% rate for Mexico and the European Union, as his trade agenda continues to keep allies off balance and inject uncertainty into global financial markets.

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