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set to take place in Taipei in September 2029, Meanwhile, BYD is capitalizing on the sealed
will spotlight AI-powered intelligent transportation structure of EV powertrains to introduce new safety
systems (AI+ITS), focusing on early problem features. Its Yangwang U8 model boasts emergency
detection and rapid decision-making. The congress flotation capabilities, allowing the vehicle to remain
is expected to drive technological innovation, urban operational in up to 1 meter of deep water for
mobility advancements, and tourism development, over 30 minutes. This feature proved particularly
solidifying Taiwan’s role in shaping the future of valuable during the flooding in Changsha, where the
smart transportation. vehicle played a role in water rescue efforts, further
boosting its sales performance.
Enhancing the Unique Characteristics of
Electric Vehicles Establishing Robust Testing
and Certification Environments.
As the EV industry continues to evolve,
manufacturers are leveraging the unique With governments worldwide accelerating
advantages of electric powertrains to develop carbon reduction policies to combat climate change,
innovative and specialized models. the importance of energy-efficient tires has gained
increasing attention. Research indicates that key
Mecalac has introduced the world’s first electric factors such as rolling resistance, wet grip, and
construction vehicles, including excavators, skidding noise play a crucial role in improving
bulldozers, and trucks, emphasizing environmental fuel efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and
sustainability and significant noise reduction. While enhancing driving safety. As a result, developed
the cost of an electric version is approximately twice countries have actively implemented energy
that of its fuel-powered counterpart, the company efficiency management policies for tires to support
highlights key benefits such as high durability, sustainability goals.
energy efficiency, and lower maintenance costs,
making long-term operations more cost-effective. In alignment with these global efforts, Taiwan’s
Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection,
At CES 2024, VinFast unveiled its first electric under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA),
mid-size pickup truck, the VF Wild. Designed in has launched a project to establish the country’s
collaboration with Australian firm Gomotiv, the truck first international-grade energy-saving tire
features a 92 cm cargo bed, which can be extended efficiency laboratory. The facility, currently under
to 244 cm when the rear seats are folded down, development at the Automotive Research & Testing
maximizing versatility. Center (ARTC), aims to strengthen Taiwan’s tire