Mitsubishi Motors, Highlanders sign MOU to develop humanoid robots July 15, 2026 Under this MOU, the two companies will explore the joint development of humanoid robots for use at Mitsubishi Motors’ manufacturing facilities as well as mass production of Highlanders products at Mitsubishi Motors’ Kyoto Plant.
Richardson to manufacture power supply for C-Motive’s ZeroMag motor July 13, 2026 Richardson Electronics will provide DFM, engineering support, Alpha and Beta pilot production, production test development, quality planning, regulatory support and volume manufacturing services for C-Motive’s motor drive controller to prepare for commercial production.
Hical breaks ground on Tamil Nadu manufacturing facility July 13, 2026 The facility is being developed to expand the Bangalore-based company’s aerospace-qualified precision machining, fabrication and special process capabilities for global OEM programmes.
Alva secures €16 million to scale electric motor technology July 06, 2026 The financing supports the Norwegian deep-tech company’s expanding manufacturing capacity, development of its product portfolio and international growth as demand accelerates for compact, high-performance electric motors.
Micron and General Motors sign long-term memory supply agreement July 03, 2026 Micron Technology and General Motors have signed a Strategic Customer Agreement to secure a long-term, reliable supply of memory and storage products for GM's vehicle production. The agreement covers LPDRAM, NOR and UFS NAND products, according to a press release from Micron.
Why does signal integrity determine the effectiveness of defence systems? June 25, 2026 The effectiveness of modern defence systems is no longer defined solely by the number of tanks, aircraft, missile launchers, or soldiers. Increasingly, real military capability depends on the reliability of the electronics responsible for maintaining communications, surveillance, data processing, and weapons control.
Lockheed Martin, GM Defense to boost US manufacturing, defense June 22, 2026 The two companies will explore opportunities to accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities and innovation by combining Lockheed Martin’s defense production expertise with General Motors’ advanced industrial capabilities in commercial manufacturing and engineering.
ABB to acquire Specialtrasfo to boost industrial electrification May 29, 2026 The offering ABB is acquiring focuses on specialized transformers for various industrial applications including energy, marine, metals, mining, industrial processing and offshore applications adding a key building block to its powertrain offering.
Toshiba starts sample shipments of new SmartMCD series product April 28, 2026 TB9M030FG is suitable for sensorless control of the three‑phase brushless DC motors used in automotive applications, such as electric water pumps, electric oil pumps, electric fans and electric blowers.
Ionna partners with Circle K to expand EV charging in US April 20, 2026 The collaboration is centered around a strategic ambition to expand to more than 350 sites featuring Rechargeries @ Circle K, combining Ionna’s charging technology and driver-first experience with Circle K’s nationwide footprint.
Cochin Shipyard, HBL advance e-mobility for maritime sector March 31, 2026 The collaboration will focus on the development of advanced marine batteries, battery management systems, electric motors, power electronics and charging infrastructure. The JV aims to cater to both Indian and international markets.
Indian EV maker Euler Motors raises $47 million March 30, 2026 The fresh funding will be used to expand the product line and manufacturing capacity, scale the company’s network across India, and boost the foundation for market share growth in the commercial EV segment.
Reliability, automation and EMS strategy take centre stage in Tampere March 24, 2026 Evertiq Expo Tampere returns on 26 March 2026, bringing together Finland’s electronics community for a day focused on semiconductor reliability, advanced manufacturing, automation strategies, and the evolving business landscape of the European EMS industry.
Tsuyo gets approval for $26 million EV powertrain facility March 20, 2026 The plant in Karnataka will focus on developing and manufacturing EV powertrain components, such as electric traction motors, motor controllers, power electronics and drivetrain systems, catering to vehicles and industrial applications.
US government confirms Tesla and LGES’s $4.3B battery deal March 18, 2026 The plant was formerly developed for a joint venture between LG and General Motors before the automaker sold its stake to LG. The facility is expected to be launched in 2027.
ABB to invest $75 million in India to expand manufacturing and R&D March 11, 2026 ABB plans to invest approximately USD 75 million in India during 2026 to expand its manufacturing capacity and research and development activities across several locations in the country.
Doosan to supply manufacturing robot solutions to Kwangjin March 11, 2026 Under the agreement, Doosan Robotics will sequentially supply more than 100 manufacturing robot solutions to Kwangjin Group’s domestic and overseas plants through 2027.
The world’s fastest drone is 3D-printed January 23, 2026 What does a blend of DIY engineering and fabrication, mixed with a clear goal, get you? A fully 3D-printed drone that has just reclaimed the title of the world’s fastest quadcopter.
The world reorders its minerals: rare earths at the close of 2025 December 19, 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, the rare earths and critical minerals sector no longer feels like a niche concern reserved for mining specialists and policy papers. It has become one of the quiet fault lines of the global technology economy. Not because the world suddenly ran out, but because access to them – predictable, affordable and politically neutral access – can no longer be taken for granted.
Raytheon partners with Avio to establish SRM facility in US November 28, 2025 Raytheon, an RTX business, will help Avio establish a state-of-the-art solid rocket motor (SRM) facility in the United States, serving Raytheon and other customers.
Indian startup Tsuyo Manufacturing secures $4.5 million November 10, 2025 The Delhi-based electric powertrain maker plans to use the fresh funding to establish a greenfield manufacturing facility, establish an R&D centre, and boost its export operations and collaborations with global automakers.
Harman invests $42M to expand India manufacturing plant November 07, 2025 Harman’s cumulative investments in the automotive electronics manufacturing facility in Pune, India, now stand at USD 67 million since its inception in 2014. This expansion is expected to create 300 new jobs in Pune by 2027.
Chara raises $6M to boost rare-earth-free motor manufacturing October 17, 2025 The Indian company is planning to establish a new factory in Bengaluru along with a dedicated testing and validation facility. The expansion is expected to increase Chara’s annual production capacity from 20,000 to 100,000 units.
AI storage demand drives HDD replacement, nearline SSDs gain momentum October 14, 2025 TrendForce’s latest investigations reveal that the surge in AI inference applications is creating a strong need for real-time data access and rapid processing of large data sets. As such, both HDD and SSD suppliers are expanding their high-capacity storage options.
Wonder Electricals launches PCB manufacturing unit October 14, 2025 Wonder Electricals Ltd. has set up a new entity, Integrated Motion & Control LLP, focused on PCB manufacturing. The company holds a 51% stake in the LLP.
Isuzu, Toyota to jointly develop next-gen fuel cell route bus October 10, 2025 Isuzu is working to commercialize the next-generation fuel cell (FC) route bus as a new technology. Toyota is advancing various initiatives in producing, transporting, storing and using hydrogen in collaboration with a wide range of partners across industries.
Nidec expands in Arkansas, with $19 million investment October 09, 2025 Nidec Motor Corporation is expanding its existing facility in Mena, Arkansas, with an investment of more than USD 19 million. With the expansion, Nidec aims to create 35 new jobs over five years.
ZF to cut 7,600 jobs in Division E in major restructuring deal October 01, 2025 ZF Friedrichshafen AG has reached a landmark agreement with its employee representatives to restructure its Electrified Powertrain Technology division, known as Division E, a plan that will result in 7,600 job cuts by 2030. The deal is part of broader measures aimed at strengthening competitiveness and securing the division’s long-term future.
ABB invests $16M to expand facility, launches IE5 motors in India September 29, 2025 ABB India is expanding and modernizing its Low Voltage (LV) motors manufacturing facility in India. This investment comes alongside the launch of IE5 ultra-premium efficiency motors, custom-engineered for Indian operating conditions.
Scania boosts electrification push following Northvolt carve-out September 23, 2025 Scania is launching Scania Industrial Batteries, a new division headquartered in Sweden and focused on electrification solutions for off-road and industrial sectors such as mining, construction and material handling.
Tata Power, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility launch MegaCharger hub September 10, 2025 The TATA.ev MegaCharger hub is designed to serve Mumbai’s diverse mix of EV users — from private car owners to taxis, ride-hailing fleets and logistics operators.
Iveco sells vehicle unit to Tata, defence business to Leonardo August 25, 2025 Leonardo, an Italy-based provider of security and advanced technology systems, has signed an agreement to acquire Iveco Defence for 1.7 billion euros. India’s Tata Motors is set to acquire Iveco's commercial vehicles unit for 3.8 billion euros.