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Analysis grounded in direct, hands-on experience within the industry, not just headlines.
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A deeper understanding of the components, technologies, and manufacturing realities that truly drive innovation.
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We connect the dots: What do these shifts mean for your business in Stuttgart or your investments in Detroit?
Meet The Analyst
I’m Jungmo Kim, an analyst and active professional within China’s automotive ecosystem. Currently based in Shanghai, I offer a unique, on-the-ground perspective…
Latest Analysis
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Nidec Quality Scandal: What the Motor Giant’s Collapse Means for the EV Supply Chain
Nidec’s massive quality fraud scandal exposes systemic risks in the EV supply chain. Learn why this matters for Western automakers and investors.
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Tesla Virtual Queue Pilot: Solving Supercharger Congestion with Digital Waitlists
Tesla launches virtual queue pilot at five Supercharger stations to reduce congestion. The app-based system relies on voluntary compliance and arrives a year late. Analysis for Western investors.
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World’s First Native Color LiDAR: Ouster REV8 Doubles Range and Resolution for Autonomous Vehicles
Ouster’s REV8 is the world’s first patented native color LiDAR, doubling range and resolution for autonomous vehicles. Discover how this breakthrough could reduce costs and accelerate self-driving tech.
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Smart Cockpit Supplier Rankings Q1 2026: Chinese Firms Dominate Domain Controllers
Q1 2026 smart cockpit supplier rankings reveal Chinese firms dominate domain controllers, HUDs, and chips. Key data for Western investors and auto strategists.
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Xiaomi OneVL: A One-Step Latent Reasoning Framework That Could Redefine Autonomous Driving Speed and Accuracy
Xiaomi unveils OneVL, a one-step latent-space reasoning framework for autonomous driving that matches chain-of-thought accuracy at near-instant speeds. Could this leapfrog Western ADAS tech?
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US SAM Act 2025: Does the New Autonomous Bus Bill Signal a Boom for AV Tech Investors?
The US SAM Act (H.R. 8692) aims to remove federal barriers to autonomous bus deployment. This analysis explores how the bill could unlock a billion-dollar market for AV tech investors and what it means for global competition with China.
