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Tesla recalls 3,878 Cybertrucks over accelerator pedal defect
On April 18, Tesla announced it is recalling all 3,878 of its newly launched 2024 Cybertrucks that were manufactured at Gigafactory Texas from November 13, 2023, to April 4, 2024 because of the possibility that the accelerator pedal pad may dislodge and become wedged by an interior trim piece causing the vehicle to a
Remsons Industries, India bags INR 300 million order from Tata Motors for winches
On Aril 16, Remsons Industries announced that it received multiple orders from Tata Motors for a supply of winches used for spare wheels. It is currently supplying winches to its models viz. Tigor, Altroz, and Punch, and the recent order is for its new model Nexon iCNG. The total size of the order stands at INR 300 m
Tesla pausing Cybertruck deliveries due to ‘unexpected delays’
Around April 13, Tesla began canceling some Cybertruck delivery appointments due to an “unexpected delay,” as reported on social media by multiple customers who had expected to receive theirs.
“Hi, we have just been informed of an unexpected delay regarding the preparation of your vehicle,” Tesla wrote in the message
Volvo’s all-new VNL designed to protect environment, enhance driver and truck efficiency
On March 21, Volvo Trucks North America revealed details of the all-new Volvo VNL that has gone into production at the New River Valley plant in Virginia.
The new Volvo VNL introduces a new era of efficiency with its advanced idle management system, featuring the ultra-quiet Volvo Parking Cooler, which serves as an i
All-new 4th-generation Nissan X-Trail e-POWER launched in Cambodia
Announced on March 6, 2024, Tan Chong Motor (Cambodia) Pty. Ltd. (TCMC) introduced the all-new 4th-generation Nissan X-Trail e-POWER, which seamlessly blends muscular design, flexible utility, and advanced all-wheel drive capabilities.
The X-Trail e-POWER is available in 7 seat configurations and as e-4ORCE All-Whee
Continental inaugurates new plant in Guanajuato, Mexico
Mexico Industry reported that Continental has celebrated its 20th anniversary of the Silao plant in Guanajuato, Mexico, the same place where the second plant in the state was inaugurated.
This plant specializes in high-tech electronic products such as electronic controls (ECUs) for brakes and suspension systems such
Avtovaz introduces cruise control system in Lada cars
On February 22, Avtovaz announced that the first batches of Lada Vesta cars equipped with a cruise control system had arrived at dealership centers. Cruise control is available for all models of the Lada Vesta family.
The “Cruise Control” function is designed to automatically maintain a given vehicle speed without th
Nidec opens second building of Neemrana Plant to produce e-bike motors
・Nidec Corporation (Nidec) announced that it has established a new plant (second plant) building of its existing plant in Neemrana, Rajasthan, India. The second building will manufacture drive motors with an output of 30kW or less for electric bikes. Plans call for the production of 90,000 motors per month. The total
Fisker reduces full-year production guidance in update, to begin sales in Canada
On December 1, Fisker announced that it was cutting its full year 2023 production guidance to just 10,000 vehicles, far less than its earlier forecast of 13,000 to 17,000 units, saying that It made a “strategic decision” to reduce December production to prioritize liquidity to unlock over USD 300 million of working c
Vay, Germany trials driverless cars on public roads in Europe and US
On November 15, Vay announced that it became the first company to drive cars without a person inside on public roads in Europe and the US.
Vay’s automotive-grade teledriving technology allows cars to be driven on public roads from a teledrive center. In February, the deep tech startup achieved this milestone in Hamb
Nissan adds new Magnite EZ-Shift in South Africa
On November 17, Nissan launched the new Magnite Non-Turbo EZ-Shift (2 Pedal "AMT") with 3 grades in South Africa, with prices starting from ZAR 243,900 for its entry model, the Magnite 1.0 Visia to ZAR 279,900 for the Magnite 1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift.
The new Nissan Magnite EZ-Shift comes with a 1.0-liter non-turbo e
ZF unveils purely electro-mechanical brake system
ZF Friedrichshafen (ZF) announced that it has unveiled a new purely electro-mechanical brake system. With the new system called “dry” brake system, the braking force is generated at each wheel by an electric motor, without a hydraulic system and brake fluid. Brake signals from the pedal to the electric motor are also
XPeng holds 2023 Tech Day, debuts X9 MPV
On October 24, XPeng held its 2023 Tech Day, where the latest technologies in multiple areas were launched, including:
1. An XNGP ADAS rollout plan for the first batch of cities without HD map coverage. The AI Valet Driver feature has been available for testing on a small scale and will be available to some use
Toyota to exhibit electric SUV Land Cruiser Se at JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023
On October 21, Toyota announced its additional models and technologies for the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023.
Toyota will present three-row electric SUV Land Cruiser Se with an elegant, stylish design. Based on the monocoque body, the seven-seater vehicle is 5,150 mm long, 1,990 mm wide and 1,705 mm high, with a wheelbase
Daimler Truck intensively testing new and evolved safety assistance systems
On September 18, Daimler Truck announced that it is conducting extensive safety systems testing worldwide to meet rigorous standards and can go into series production.
The Development and Testing Centre (EVZ) in Wörth am Rhein, along with locations in Finland, Spain, Japan, and the Daimler Truck North America test tr
Volvo Cars India launches C40 recharge SUV for INR 6.1 million
On September 6, Volvo Car India launched its C40 Recharge SUV at an introductory ex-showroom price of INR 6.1 million plus applicable taxes. This is the second EV model from Volvo in India to be assembled at its plant at Hosakote in Bengaluru, Karnataka and it comes with an 11-kW charger. The C40 comes with a Li-Ion
Ford Mustang Mach-E investigated by U.S. NHTSA after recall fix
On August 21, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it has opened an investigation into Ford's handling of its recall of 48,924 Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles in 2022 after receiving 12 complaints from car owners who said their vehicle was recalled and fixed but still experienced pro
Luxembourg government extends green mobility incentives and charging infrastructure support
On August 8, Luxembourg government updated the modifications of the Grand-Ducal Regulation and extended it until December 31, 2024. It also aims to simplify the installation of charging stations in condominiums, broaden the recipients of assistance, and introduce the option of allocating aid through leasing companies
All-new Geely GX3 Pro Sub-Compact SUV launched in Philippines
Reported on August 8, 2023, Geely Philippines has officially launched the all-new GX3 Pro Sub-Compact SUV, following a local preview at the Manila International Auto Show.
Powering the GX3 Pro is a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder engine that delivers 102 hp at 5,800 rpm and 142 Nm of torque from 4,400 to 4,8