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November 18, 2025
 
 
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GE to build $50M Dubai GE9X maintenance facility
GE Aerospace has announced plans to open a new maintenance facility in Dubai South by 2027 to support GE9X engines, highlighting the engine's dust-resistance ahead of the Boeing 777X's entry into service. The reported cost of the facility is $50 million.
Full Story: AIN Online (11/16), FlightGlobal (U.K.) (11/17)
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Toyota committed to US EV launches amid industry pullback
Toyota Motor is moving forward with the release of two new electric vehicles in the US in 2026 despite other automakers delaying or canceling EV plans because of rising tariff costs and the elimination of tax credits. The bZ Woodland and C-HR are set to join the updated bZ model, all of which will be manufactured in Japan. The bZ Woodland provides up to 260 miles of range, while the C-HR delivers up to 290 miles and a 0-60 mph time under five seconds, with expected starting prices under $50,000.
Full Story: InsideEVs (11/17)
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GE Foundation provides $500K for N.C. veteran job training
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Siemens, SAICEC partner to advance digital twin tech
Siemens has partnered with the Shanghai Automotive Integrated Circuit Ecosystem Collaborative Innovation Center to advance digital twin technology for automotive validation. The collaboration will use Siemens' PAVE360 system-to-chip digital twin capabilities to speed up chip-to-vehicle validation and support software-defined vehicles, aiming to shorten development cycles, enhance intelligent mobility design and improve functional safety.
Full Story: New Electronics (UK) (11/18)
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Reports: Tesla tells suppliers to cut China-sourced parts
Tesla reportedly has told suppliers to stop using China-sourced components in vehicles produced in the US within two years, following a similar directive by General Motors. The move by Tesla and GM comes amid concerns about potential trade conflicts between the US and China.
Full Story: Automotive World (U.K.) (11/17), The Wall Street Journal (11/15)
 
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PW127XT-S brings efficiency gains to D328eco fleet
Pratt & Whitney Canada delivered the first PW127XT-S development engines to Deutsche Aircraft. The new engine is the current evolution of the PW100 family and offers improved core components and extended maintenance intervals designed to deliver better fuel efficiency and longer time-on-wing. The upgrades are expected to help the D328eco achieve up to 14% lower fuel burn per seat compared to previous models.
Full Story: Aerospace Global News (11/18)
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Study: EV batteries retain range well over 3 years
Battery degradation in electric vehicles is a real phenomenon, but recent research suggests its impact over the first three years is generally minimal. Recurrent's analysis indicates that battery life of most electric vehicles is still greater than 90%, despite their age. Initially, the capacity decline is steeper, but subsequent degradation slows down. Software updates and design features like battery buffers help reduce the impact of aging on battery performance.
Full Story: InsideEVs (11/16)
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