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Disassembly Report:

“The most cost-effective” Chinese EV: Disassembly of Geely’s Lexus with full of technology

Automotive Report:

Seven carmakers announced FY2024 1Q financial results
Integrated ECU strategy by Denso to ensure customizability with “removing and inserting” substrates
VW and Chinese startups jointly develop zoned E/E Architecture for three integrated ECUs
Honda successively abolishes idling stop for gasoline cars: what does it seek more than fuel economy?
Suzuki reveals 48V new hybrid system “workable for MT and FR”
Mr.Kondo, new President of JTEKT aims “integration of strength across business fields”
Motor “build-in as standard” beyond EV vs HEV argument requires recycling to avoid China risk
Largest e-scooter leading player takes serious approach to prevent accidents by “freezing malicious users’ account”

New Car Report:

Suzuki launches in Japan Fronx, small SUV produced in India
Why Land Rover increased vehicle height for Defender high power grade
Isuzu offers small truck allowing driving with regular license to respond 2024 problem

Cover Story:

The way for engines to survive

Features:

Toyota’s hydrogen engine to be put on market surprisingly adopts stoichiometric
Suzuki focuses on biogas cars as “realistic solution”

Interview:

“Hardware and software will be developed together” – Aisin’s moves towards change

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