German tier 1 supplier Continental is set to unveil its latest advancements for the future of mobility on the theme ‘Advancing Mobility from Road to Cloud’ at the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2025.

The company will spotlight its cutting-edge software-defined vehicle technologies that promise to make driving safer, more exciting, autonomous, and sustainable.

A major highlight of the event is the announcement of the name for the future independent automotive company, following Continental's plan to spin off its Automotive Group Sector. This milestone will be revealed during a press conference led by Philipp von Hirschheydt, Executive Board member responsible for Automotive, scheduled for 23 April 2025.

The company will also debut several innovations at the show, including the Intelligent Driving Systems Luna and Astra, the Central Light Computer and the In2Visible Overhead Console. These technologies highlight the company’s commitment to scalable autonomous solutions, intuitive in-vehicle experiences and advanced system integration.

Enno Tang, President & CEO, Continental China, said, “Our goal is to boost innovation in China and make mobility safer, more exciting and autonomous. Auto Shanghai 2025 is the perfect platform to share our vision and collaborate with customers, partners, and consumers.”

From its powerful High-Performance Computers (HPC) and Zone Control Units (ZCU) to the intelligent Window Projection and AI-powered Night Vision Camera, Continental is building a comprehensive ecosystem that bridges the road and the cloud. The company is also pushing the boundaries of brake technology with its Future Brake System and electro-mechanical solutions that support next-gen electric vehicles.

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FORVIA has announced a significant expansion of its Indian operations, marked by a new seating programme award that will result in the construction of a dedicated manufacturing plant for complete seat assembly. This new facility will represent the Group’s 10th manufacturing site in India and its first specifically for complete seat production. The move comes as the Indian automotive market demonstrates robust growth, with vehicle sales reaching a record 2.6 million units in the first half of 2026.

The upcoming plant, scheduled to begin production in 2027, will handle end-to-end manufacturing of complete seating systems, including structures, mechanisms, foam, covers and final assembly for both first- and second-row seats. The site will feature FORVIA’s proprietary Cover Carving Technology, a polyurethane-based innovation that optimises seat geometry to maximise rear cabin space and improve passenger comfort while enhancing surface finish quality.

India has emerged as a pivotal engineering hub for FORVIA, employing over 2,400 engineers and technical experts. The country’s teams are developing next-generation mobility technologies, including zonal controllers, smartphone-based vehicle access and radar-based rider assistance. FORVIA HELLA India has been established as a Global AI Center of Competence, focusing on artificial intelligence solutions for engineering and manufacturing applications.

The expansion is a core component of FORVIA’s IGNITE strategic plan, prioritising growth in high-potential regions. With the new facility, the Group will operate manufacturing sites across multiple locations, including Mehsana, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai and Manesar. The Group has secured several programme awards with leading OEMs since the start of 2026, spanning Seating, Electronics and Clean Mobility.

The Group’s growth strategy is supported by strong local partnerships, notably the joint venture between FORVIA Clean Mobility and Anand Group, combining global expertise with local market knowledge. FORVIA India has filed 61 patent applications and been granted 30 patents, underscoring India’s strategic importance in FORVIA’s ambition to strengthen its position as a leading mobility technology partner for original equipment manufacturers.

Martin Fischer, CEO, FORVIA, said, "India is becoming one of the world's most dynamic automotive markets and a strategic pillar of FORVIA's growth trajectory. Beyond this new Seating investment, we continue to expand our industrial footprint, strengthen localisation, invest in advanced technologies and develop world-class engineering and AI capabilities across the country."

Sébastien Limousin, Executive Vice President, FORVIA Seating Business Group, said, "This new plant reinforces our positioning in India, a market expected to represent around EUR 4 billion by 2030 for automotive seating. It reflects our commitment to expanding complete seat system capabilities in India, with locally developed and manufactured solutions, and bringing advanced seating technologies to high-growth markets.”

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BorgWarner has secured a new contract to supply its torque-on-demand transfer case with mechanical lock (Mlock TOD) for a full-size SUV developed by a Chinese automaker. Production is scheduled to commence in the final quarter of 2026.

The growing full-size SUV segment increasingly demands vehicles adept at varied terrains, yet traditional part-time systems often require manual mode selection, hindering adaptability. The Mlock TOD addresses this by offering intelligent torque distribution and enhanced convenience, effectively bridging on-road and off-road requirements.

Built upon a proven design, the Mlock TOD integrates torque-on-demand and mechanical lock functions to boost performance and offer flexible solutions across platforms. Leveraging its deep expertise, local production and market insight, BorgWarner remains committed to delivering reliable, high-efficiency drivetrain systems.

Henk Vanthournout, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Drivetrain and Morse Systems, said, “We have built a 20-year relationship with this customer and we’re proud to continue supplying our AWD technology for their newest SUV. The Mlock TOD featured in this programme combines torque-on-demand four-wheel drive with mechanical lock modes, helping address a wide range of driving conditions while enhancing off-road capability, handling and safety. As a leader in four-wheel drive technology, BorgWarner will continue to leverage its proven product portfolio and technical expertise to deliver greater value to customers.”

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BorgWarner has secured a new dual-clutch transmission (DCT) programme with a Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, with production scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2027. The integrated systems solution encompasses dual clutches, hydraulic control modules and clutch control software, designed for two-wheeled motorcycles and four-wheeled vehicles featuring engine displacements above 500 cc.

As the motorcycle industry increasingly embraces automatic shifting, dual-clutch technology is drawing growing market interest over automated manual transmission (AMT) and continuously variable transmission (CVT) alternatives. Dual-clutch systems offer superior shift smoothness and higher power transmission efficiency, making them particularly well-suited for larger-displacement performance motorcycles where responsive and seamless gear changes are essential.

With nearly 10 million passenger car dual-clutch units delivered globally, BorgWarner brings proven engineering expertise and mature manufacturing capabilities to the two-wheeler segment. This programme reflects the company's evolution from a component supplier to a system-level partner, combining hardware and software to support the customer's domestic growth in China while facilitating expansion into Europe, North America and other international markets.

Henk Vanthournout, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Drivetrain and Morse Systems, said, “Passenger car transmission technology provides a strong reference point for the evolution of motorcycle automatic transmissions, and we believe automatic transmission technology will continue to gain momentum in the motorcycle market. With our proven DCT expertise and systems integration capabilities, BorgWarner is well positioned to support our Chinese motorcycle customer in bringing its DCT solution to production and advancing automatic transmission technology for motorcycle applications.”

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Tier 1 component supplier Sona BLW Precision Forgings (Sona Comstar) has announced its financial results for Q1 FY2027, reporting revenue of INR 13.10 billion, representing a 54 percent YoY growth. EBITDA reached INR 3.03 billion with a margin of 23.1 percent, while profit after tax stood at INR 1.81 billion.

Interestingly, battery electric vehicle revenue reached an all-time high of 44 percent of total revenue, growing by 107 percent YoY.

During the quarter, the company unveiled its Sona Comstar 2.0 strategy and announced its entry into the robotics and physical AI sector, alongside expansion into high-voltage electric and hybrid powertrain systems through a partnership with DENSO Corporation.

Vivek Vikram Singh, MD & Group CEO, commented: “Q1 FY27 marks the unveiling of Sona Comstar 2.0 – our ambition to grow tenfold again over the next decade. As part of this strategy, we announced our entry into Robotics and Physical AI. Our partnership with DENSO also takes us into high-voltage electric and hybrid powertrain systems, completing an important missing piece in our electrification portfolio. The quarter was equally strong financially. We delivered our highest-ever quarterly revenue, BEV revenue and BEV revenue share. Revenue grew by 54 percent YoY, while EBITDA and PAT increased by 49 percent and 45 percent, respectively. BEV revenue more than doubled, and its share of automotive revenue reached an all-time high of 44 percent, despite continued weakness in the US EV market. This demonstrates the increasing diversification of our EV business across customers, products and geographies. We also secured new business across EV, hybrid and ICE powertrains, spanning India, Europe and North America and nearly every product category in which we operate.”

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