Automotive Industry

PLC Programming in the Automotive Industry: The Quality Management System Behind the Prohibition of M/T

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PLC Programming in the Automotive Industry: The Quality Management System Behind the Prohibition of M/T

PLC Programming in the Automotive Industry: The Quality Management System Behind the Prohibition of M/T The automation systems on automotive manufacturing production lines have extremely high reliability requirements; a small programming error can lead to the entire production line shutting down, resulting in significant economic losses. A common guideline in automotive industry PLC programming standards … Read more

Automakers Shorten Payment Terms to 60 Days, New Opportunities for Chinese PCB Companies

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Automakers Shorten Payment Terms to 60 Days, New Opportunities for Chinese PCB Companies

— Hot Analysis — On the evening of June 10, 2025, several automakers announced that they would unify the payment terms for suppliers to be within 60 days. This initiative is a proactive response to the revised “Regulations on Payment for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises” by the State Council, aimed at promoting efficient capital flow … Read more

Functional Safety Design and Assessment Methods for Automotive MCUs

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Functional Safety Design and Assessment Methods for Automotive MCUs

Abstract To meet the hardware requirements of ISO 26262, this study provides a detailed method for assessing the functional safety of automotive microcontrollers. Part 5 of ISO 26262 – the first phase of hardware construction in automotive hardware development outlines safety standards. Here, hardware safety design is created, implemented, integrated, and tested based on the … Read more

The New Mercedes-Benz C-Class Upgrades to 2.0T! Why Abandon the 1.5T?

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The New Mercedes-Benz C-Class Upgrades to 2.0T! Why Abandon the 1.5T?

The New Mercedes-Benz C-Class Upgrades to 2.0T! Why Abandon the 1.5T? Some say that the 1.5T engine in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has caused countless awkward moments for owners in recent years. Every time a friend asks, “What’s the displacement of your Mercedes?” most men have to pretend to cough to cover it up, while internally … Read more

Bus Talk 43: Misled by a Supplier Called ‘BoX’

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Bus Talk 43: Misled by a Supplier Called 'BoX'

Last week, a colleague mentioned that she was misled by a rather dominant supplier. She vented her frustrations to me, and I quickly offered her a lollipop for comfort. After listening to the details of the situation, it turned out to be quite typical and worth sharing, hoping it can provide some insights for everyone. … Read more

Robot Industry Duel: Who Will Continue the Streak of Success?

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Robot Industry Duel: Who Will Continue the Streak of Success?

Recently, the A-share robot sector has seen a surge in popularity, with Quan Zhu and Xin Zuo both breaking through with three consecutive gains, becoming the market focus. Both stocks have completed a bottom reversal based on the head and shoulders pattern, combined with the resonance of the robot concept, triggering a rush of funds. … Read more

Tesla Sues Xiaomi-Backed Company; Great Wall Motors’ Half-Year Net Profit Halved; Samsung May Supply Camera Modules to Tesla; Tire Prices Set to Rise Again in September ┃ Industry Weekly Update

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Tesla Sues Xiaomi-Backed Company; Great Wall Motors' Half-Year Net Profit Halved; Samsung May Supply Camera Modules to Tesla; Tire Prices Set to Rise Again in September ┃ Industry Weekly Update

01 NEWS Automakers and Dealers ①Great Wall Motors’ Half-Year Net Profit Halved Recently, Great Wall Motors disclosed its performance report for the first half of 2023. The financial report shows that the total operating revenue for the first half of this year was 69.971 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.61%, achieving growth for three … Read more

A Look Back at Geely’s Sale of DSI Five Years After Acquisition: The Automatic Transmission Becomes the ‘Chip’ Crisis in the Automotive Industry

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A Look Back at Geely's Sale of DSI Five Years After Acquisition: The Automatic Transmission Becomes the 'Chip' Crisis in the Automotive Industry

“The unclear model and lack of alliance spirit among enterprises are significant constraints on the development of China’s automatic transmission industry, in addition to the technical level,” said Li Shengqi, Secretary-General of the China Automotive Automatic Transmission Innovation Alliance. Source: Economic Observer Author: Gao Feichang Recently, the news that Japan’s Aisin has formed joint ventures … Read more

High Tariffs on Cars in the U.S.: Can 3D Printing Significantly Reduce Costs?

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High Tariffs on Cars in the U.S.: Can 3D Printing Significantly Reduce Costs?

Antarctic Bear Guide: 3D printing may become a powerful tool to break through the high-tariff era, especially for countries and regions with underdeveloped manufacturing industries. Starting April 2025, the Trump administration in the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on all imported passenger cars, light trucks, and certain automotive parts. Although the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement … Read more