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• Restrictions Eased! New Energy Vehicle Repair Reshaping—A Must for Workshops

  The NEV repair market is entering a new era as policy easing allows third-party maintenance while safety standards remain. Repair channels are diversifying, industry standards are being implemented, and both workshops and vehicle owners benefit from the evolving aftermarket landscape.

  Jun. 09, 2026

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• Wood-Grain Screens Reach Mass Production: Hidden-Screen Designs Set to Transform Cockpit Interaction

  Wood-grain hidden display screens reach mass production in 2026, led by SAIC Volkswagen ID. ERA 9X. Integrating optics, materials, and Mini LED technology, the innovation enables seamless “wood-off, screen-on” surfaces. The trend signals a shift in smart cockpits from screen quantity to immersive, experience-driven design.

  Jun. 08, 2026

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• CINEVE | Rising insurance and repair costs: why are EV repairs so expensive?

  This article explains the rising repair and insurance costs of new energy vehicles. It highlights key causes including integrated vehicle design, limited spare parts availability, and fragmented after-sales systems. It also discusses potential industry improvements such as standardized repair processes, better parts circulation, and expanded third-

  Jun. 05, 2026

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• Global Largest TPU Color-Change Film Production Base Commences Operations in Suzhou; Yasn International Strategic Partner RTC Strengthens Presence in China

  On June 3, RTC opened its largest TPU color-change film base in Suzhou, coinciding with Guchi’s 10th anniversary in China. The new facility, backed by Yasn International, aims to boost production efficiency, set industry standards, and drive the high-quality growth of China’s automotive customization market.

  Jun. 04, 2026

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• Mr. Xie Yu, Chairman of CAAM Modification Branch, at RTC Color-Change TPU Launch

  At the RTC color-change TPU launch, Mr. Xie Yu, CAAM Modification Branch Chairman, emphasizes China’s booming automotive modification market, with color-change films expected to grow rapidly over the next five years, industry standards to strengthen, and China set to become the largest global automotive culture market by 2032.

  Jun. 03, 2026

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