A shift to an electric vehicle-only future would lead to job losses among those who have been working on engine-related technologies, including at the many suppliers in the sector, Toyota Motor’s chairman said on 10 October 2024.
Thailand Ramps Up Campaign Boosting Japan’s Semiconductor Involvement
In June, ASEAN’s semiconductor competition got more intense with Thailand’s involvement. The country’s economic ministers discussed sending Thai students to train in Taiwan to counter lack of advanced skills.
China Manufacturing Worries The Rest Of The Globe
China goods are actively invading the world market for the right reasons; more affordable with better quality. The West is certainly concerned, as they should be.
Honda Next To Be Inspected Over Fraudulent Vehicle Tests
Japan’s automotive sector appears to be in serious controversy when its automakers are called out one-by-one for their fraudulent safety tests results. This time, Honda joins the cohort of Japanese automakers accused of the same act.
Toyota Raided For Fraudulent Safety Tests Data, Chairman Apologises
Japan’s transport ministry raided the headquarters of motor giant Toyota, as a scandal over faulty safety data escalated. The world’s largest carmaker apologised for providing incorrect or fraudulent data for safety certification tests.
Thailand May Be The Next Manufacturing Base With Japan’s Support
Thailand Commerce Ministry invited members of the Japan Business Federation, also known as “Keidanren”, to invest in manufacturing medical equipment, railway, aircraft, innovation, and clean-energy industries.
Implications For Automakers After Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A Singapore-flagged container vessel, Dali took down most of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. A route diversion (to other East Coast ports) may spell more challenges for automakers.
Nissan To Commercialise Autonomous-Drive Mobility Services In Japan By 2027
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced its roadmap to commercialise its inhouse-developed, autonomous-drive mobility services in Japan.
Japan Sinks Into Recession, Surprising Many Economists
Japan has unexpectedly fallen into a recession after its economy shrank for two quarters in a row, surprising many economists.
