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Tuesday 7 July 2026

SYM sees Taiwan motorcycle market rising up to 10% in 2026

Sanyang Motor (SYM) said Taiwan's motorcycle market could grow as much as 10% in 2026, with the company aiming to keep market share above 40%. The outlook came as SYM introduced its All New JET SL/SL+ model on July 6 and outlined plans for new and refreshed motorcycles in Taiwan and overseas markets.

Tuesday 7 July 2026

Taiwan electric scooter market heads into 2026 facing shortages and weak demand

Taiwan's electric scooter market entered 2026 under pressure from shortages in charging infrastructure, new models and buyers, while the island's motorcycle market remained dominated by gasoline-powered bikes. Industry sources said limited battery-swapping and charging coverage, along with slow product momentum, had cooled demand across the sector.

Tuesday 7 July 2026

AI and robots force an auto industry reckoning: gradual gains, or all-out disruption

AI and robotics are moving from pilot projects to factory floors worldwide, but adoption remains uneven. Humanoid robots draw the headlines, yet most manufacturers still favor task-specific tools, digital twins, and collaborative machines that promise steadier gains in efficiency, safety, and precision across global supply chains.

Monday 6 July 2026

Foreign automakers turn China plants into export hubs as Toyota takes slower path

Foreign automakers are rapidly reshaping their China operations into export platforms as local electric-vehicle (EV) makers continue to erode demand for gasoline cars. For global consumers and suppliers, the shift could affect vehicle prices, parts flows, and where future models are designed, built, and sold across major markets.

Monday 6 July 2026

Taiwan scooter sales rise in June as SYM holds lead and Gogoro surges

Taiwan's scooter market picked up pace in June, a trend that may matter for global suppliers, EV watchers, and consumer brands watching two-wheeler demand in Asia. Sales rose across gas and electric segments, while leading companies used new models, fleet orders, and seasonal promotions to strengthen their positions.

Monday 6 July 2026

Aeon Motor expands electric vehicle push as regulations speed B2B demand

Aeon Motor is expanding its electric vehicle push in Taiwan as tougher carbon rules accelerate fleet conversions for logistics and transport operators. The strategy could influence commercial mobility markets beyond Taiwan, where manufacturers are racing to adapt products, supply chains, and production bases to faster electrification and shifting rider demand.

Friday 3 July 2026

Exclusive: Chinese automakers pursue overseas production to shape future vehicle standards

China's automakers are pushing more aggressively into overseas manufacturing as electric vehicle (EV) growth meets weaker margins, tougher competition, and rising trade barriers. The shift could reshape where vehicles are built, who sets standards, and how quickly China's auto industry gains influence beyond its home market.

Friday 3 July 2026

Volkswagen takeover talk by BYD highlights Europe's auto industry strain

Germany's auto sector came under fresh scrutiny after a senior economist raised the possibility that BYD could one day acquire Volkswagen. The hypothetical remark quickly drew attention in Europe as policymakers and industry leaders grapple with slowing competitiveness, rising Chinese rivals and mounting geopolitical pressure.

Friday 3 July 2026

Volkswagen gives China joint venture control of exports as auto strategy shifts

Volkswagen has handed full export-market control to its China joint venture, marking a major shift in how the German automaker uses its Chinese operations. The move, unveiled at an expansion ceremony in Uzbekistan, reflects a strategy moving from "in China, for China" to "rooted in China, facing the world."

Thursday 2 July 2026

USMCA review and post-Brexit rules cloud auto supply chain

The global auto industry is facing a sharper supply chain shock from trade policy, as the US, Canada, and Mexico begin a mandatory review of the USMCA, and post-Brexit sourcing rules tighten in Europe. Automakers are being forced to weigh higher costs, shifting tariffs, and growing uncertainty across two major markets.

Thursday 2 July 2026

Hotai Motor trims Taiwan auto market outlook but keeps 2026 sales target

Hotai Motor has cut its 2026 Taiwan auto market forecast, signaling softer demand may linger after tariff-related weakness in the first half. The move matters beyond Taiwan because shortages of hybrids, electric vehicles, and US-made models continue to shape availability and pricing for global buyers, automakers, and suppliers.

Thursday 2 July 2026

Tesla jumps to second as Taiwan auto sales rebound in June

Taiwan's auto market posted a strong rebound in June 2026, signaling firmer demand in a key Asian economy watched by global carmakers. Registrations rose sharply in the month and year, led by Toyota's steady performance and a surge in Tesla deliveries that reshaped the local ranking.

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Volkswagen, Bosch reportedly reassess autonomous driving alliance as market shifts

Volkswagen Group and Bosch are reportedly reviewing their four-year autonomous driving partnership as Europe's Level 3 (L3) rollout falls short and China's supply chain gains influence. The outcome could affect the development of smart driving, investment plans, and software strategies across major global automakers, suppliers, and consumers in both Western and Chinese markets.

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Taiwan auto market levels as easing US tariff uncertainty boosts parts exporters

Taiwan's auto industry has begun to recover as recent clarity around US tariff policy eased months of pressure on manufacturers, dealers and aftermarket parts exporters, executives said. The shift, reported in late June, allowed delayed parts imports and new-car assembly schedules to resume, enabling factories and dealers to reconfigure production and prepare for the traditional sales peak in the second half of the year.

Saturday 27 June 2026

Taiwan motorcycle maker SYM's profit falls in 2025 despite record market share

SYM said its 2025 results held up despite global tariff shifts and supply-chain disruption, highlighting resilient motorcycle sales in Taiwan and overseas. For global readers, the outlook signals how trade policy uncertainty is reshaping demand, while also showing how companies are leaning on product launches and disciplined management to support growth.

Thursday 25 June 2026

Foxtron pivots overseas strategy toward Europe as EV competition intensifies

Foxtron is shifting its overseas plans toward Europe as global electric vehicle competition heats up and trade barriers rise. Chairman Andy Lee said the company will use local partnerships and its BOL model to build a stronger regional base while aiming to reduce risk, deepen supply chains, and expand long-term market reach.

Thursday 25 June 2026

Automotive memory and LFP material costs surge, impact seen with Chinese automakers

Surging prices for automotive memory and lithium carbonate, a key upstream material for lithium batteries, have become a challenge regarding Chinese automakers' profit margins this year. Industry sources say that after BYD took the lead in raising prices in May, fifteen other automakers followed suit. However, the move was met with Tesla's effective price cuts and brands maintaining their pricing, attracting consumers away from competitors and forcing many automakers that had raised prices to quickly reverse course through various forms of disguised discounts to calm market concerns.

Wednesday 24 June 2026

China's idle EVs could become AI token factories, says CATL chairman

CATL chairman Robin Zeng said on June 23 at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Dalian that many electric vehicles (EVs) in China could be turned into computing infrastructure for the large-scale production of AI tokens by using their onboard batteries and AI chips.

Wednesday 24 June 2026

Why China's state media suddenly turned critical of heavy electric vehicles

The Chinese government has recently introduced a series of regulatory measures targeting the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry. In addition to reducing subsidies and restoring related taxes, Chinese state media has over the past month increasingly shaped public discussion by criticizing heavy electric vehicles (EVs) for placing greater strain on roads and significantly increasing maintenance costs. These expenses are still largely covered by fuel taxes paid by internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle owners, sparking heated debates.

Tuesday 23 June 2026

GM robot rollout after 1,000 layoffs fuels UAW complaint and labor tensions

General Motors' move to install collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant has sharpened concerns about automation, jobs, and worker safety, while also signaling a broader shift that could affect automakers and supply chains worldwide. The dispute highlights how electric vehicle demand, labor costs, and factory technology are reshaping industrial strategy across major markets.

Thursday 18 June 2026

BMW opens Neue Klasse reservations early; car business margin forecast unexpectedly cut in half

Although BMW's Neue Klasse BEV lineup is receiving strong market feedback and demand, it is also facing challenges due to weakness in the Chinese auto market and the conflict in the Middle East. It has lowered its financial outlook, cutting its automotive business margin forecast from the original 4-6% range to 1-3%.

Wednesday 17 June 2026

Poland turns to Taiwan to build up chips as Foxconn seals EV assembly deal

Poland is seeking major Taiwanese investment to strengthen its manufacturing base, a shift that could reshape Europe's supply chains and technology capacity. The plan spans electric vehicles, semiconductors, and industrial policy, and reflects how governments are adapting to geopolitical pressure and shortages in key global sectors.

Monday 15 June 2026

India roundup: Meta-Reliance AI data centers, Anthropic-TCS tie-up, EV expansion, Starlink delay and supply chain shifts

India sees rising global tech investment as Meta, Reliance and Anthropic deepen AI ties, while EV firms expand, Starlink faces delays, and semiconductor and tablet markets show steady structural growth.

Saturday 13 June 2026

PCIM 2026: Why Western carmakers cannot have 'China-free' SiC at subsidized prices

During a panel discussion between executives and research experts from Bosch, Infineon, Rohm Semiconductor, Nexperia, Wolfspeed, and Omdia at PCIM Europe 2026, one reality was made clear: frictionless, globalized chip manufacturing is ending. While the conversation reflected industry enthusiasm for new applications such as AI servers and industrial motor drives, it was tempered by macroeconomic realities of international trade protectionism, regional resilience mandates, and aggressive tariffs.

Friday 12 June 2026

PCIM 2026: Overcoming thermal warping in direct-cooled EV power modules

As wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors like silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) take the lead in electric vehicle (EV) powertrains, electronics packaging engineers are facing a thermodynamic reckoning. To extract maximum performance from these high-frequency, high-efficiency chips, the industry is driving an architectural shift: shrinking inverter volumes, eliminating heavy copper baseplates, and mounting molded power packages directly to liquid-cooled water jackets. However, this high-power-density approach exposes a fragile structural vulnerability. When mismatched materials are bonded under extreme manufacturing conditions, the physics of thermal expansion can tear a high-value power module apart before it ever leaves the assembly line.

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