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• Screen-Only Gear Shifting Officially Banned, Signaling the End of the In-Car Screen Arms Race

  A new 2026 regulation requires physical controls for key driving functions, effectively ending screen-only gear shifting. Aligned with Euro NCAP safety trends, it drives a global shift toward safer hybrid interfaces, stronger redundancy in vehicle systems, and a return to safety-first cockpit design.

  Jun. 15, 2026

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• Retired Power Batteries Surge: Compliance and Second-Life Use Reshape the Industry Ecosystem

  The large-scale retirement of power batteries is reshaping the industry. Compliance ensures safety and environmental protection, while second-life utilization unlocks economic value. Together, they drive the recycling sector toward a more standardized, sustainable, and circular development model.

  Jun. 12, 2026

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• How Changan Automobile Is Redefining Smart Cockpits and Supply Chains with Graphene Innovation

  How Changan Automobile integrates graphene heating seat technology in the Avatr 12, highlighting breakthroughs in smart cockpit innovation, materials science, and system integration. It also examines supply chain transformation and the shift toward collaborative R&D ecosystems in the automotive industry.

  Jun. 10, 2026

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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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