automotive

$RDZN to showcase embedded insurance tech at Nordic automotive conference after securing Tier-1 automaker deals and EU regulatory validation.

BorgWarner ($BWA) declared a $0.17 quarterly dividend payable June 15, 2026, reaffirming shareholder return commitments in the automotive supplier sector.

Apollo Global Management agrees to acquire Forvia's Interiors Business Group, positioning the asset manager in premium automotive materials and advanced cabin design through a 2026 close.

Global aramid fiber market valued at $9.75B expected to grow 7.7% annually through 2035, driven by automotive, aerospace, and defense demand.

SoundHound AI doubles 2025 revenue to $168.9M, guides for $225-260M in 2026 while expanding into retail and enterprise with agentic AI capabilities.

Constellium launches $300M share repurchase program through 2028 while reporting $8.4B in 2025 revenue. Q1 2026 results due April 29.

Global solid-state LiDAR market projected to grow 20.17% annually from $2.18B in 2025 to $13.69B by 2035, driven by autonomous vehicle adoption.

Questex and Fierce Sensors announce 2026 Best of Sensors Awards finalists spanning product innovation, MEMS, and IoT categories, recognizing leaders in sensor technology.

Altia releases Design 13.5 platform, expanding embedded UI development capabilities beyond automotive into medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial markets with advanced visualization and modular architecture features.

Global fumed silica market projected to grow 3.46% annually through 2030, reaching $2.14 billion. Automotive and EV adoption lead growth drivers.

Methode Electronics' board approved a $0.05 per share quarterly dividend payable May 1, 2026, signaling confidence in cash generation amid automotive sector headwinds.

Global micronized PTFE market projected to reach $390M by 2030 at 5.2% CAGR, driven by automotive, electronics, and industrial demand alongside stricter regulations.

Agero to acquire Urgently for $5.50/share in all-cash deal, combining roadside assistance leaders serving 150M+ vehicles, with closure expected by May 2026.

Global microelectronics market projected to reach $1.6B by 2035 from $664M in 2025, driven by wearables, smartphones, and automotive demand.

China's auto wireless charging market projected to reach $1B+ by 2030 as installation rates surge from current levels to 80.6%, driven by technology advancement and global supplier expansion.

SoundHound AI beat Q4 expectations with $55.1M revenue, up 59% YoY. Company projects 33-54% growth for 2026 amid strong voice AI demand.

Eclipse Foundation expands OCX 2026 conference to five collocated communities covering AI, automotive, compliance, research, and tooling—35% more sessions in Brussels April 2026.

Viasat and Cubic³ will demonstrate satellite voice calling for vehicles at Mobile World Congress 2026, enabling emergency communications when cellular networks are unavailable.

Metalworking fluids market projected to grow from $14.14B (2025) to $21.85B (2033), driven by automation, precision manufacturing, and aerospace demand.

Polymer foam market expected to triple to $410.36B by 2033, driven by demand across automotive, construction, and packaging sectors. Asia-Pacific leads geographically.