On January 6, Mercedes-Benz India launched the Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC+ Cabriolet. It features a 3.0-liter, six-cylinder, in-line 2999 cc engine with an exhaust gas turbocharger and electric auxiliary compressor churning out a total of 320 kW at 6100 rpm and a peak torque of 520 Nm at 1800-5800 rpm. The car can sprint 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and can reach a top speed of 250 km/h.
The car features an EQ Boost starter-alternator which combines a starter motor and alternator in a powerful electric motor and can perform hybrid functions. These include the boost process with 16 kW of output and 250 Nm of torque, recuperation, gliding mode, and the virtually imperceptible restarting of the engine with the start/stop function. The car also features a Track pace feature which transforms the AMG vehicle into a virtual race engineer

Based on the Mercedes-Benz India press release

Denso inaugurated the third expansion of its Guanajuato Puerto Interior plant in Silao, Mexico. The USD 9.8 million expansion, designed as a “Bright and Green Plant” with its environmentally friendly facilities, consists of 40,262 square meters of construction and 18,000 square meters of building, and will be staffed with 200 new employees. The Guanajuato Puerto Interior plant began operations in 2013 and to date has 1,800 employees, who are involved in the manufacture of air conditioners, radiators, alternators and windshield wiper systems. Denso’s main customers include Toyota, Honda, Ford, GM, Chrysler, Nissan and Volkswagen. (Mexico-Now article on October 26, 2022)

Reported on September 14, 2022, Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) launched its latest 300 Series line-up, including the new 414i, 414i Long, 414i 6W, 814i, and 814i Extra Long, loaded with features that address a wide range of business needs.
All models in the new 300 Series line-up come with a refreshed fascia that features a new Hino grille design, reshaped headlights, bumper and foglamps. In addition, these trucks are equipped with the Hino N04C-WW Euro-4 Engine that delivers 142 hp output and 400 Nm torque, making them the superior product in the 4,000 to 4,490 GVW range. The drivetrain is powered by the new Aisin RE50 transmission. With an alternator generating 12 volts and 130 Amps, these vehicles are the ideal option for refrigerated transport. The new Hino 300 series come in a wide range of Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) options from 4,490 kg up to 7,500 kg, the largest and the longest being the new 814i Extra Long.
(From an article of CarGuide.PH on September 14, 2022 and Hino Motor Philippines social media updates)