SUV with two new diesel options. Customers can now choose between: 2.0 TDI (of 115 hp) with a manual transmission, designed for balanced fuel economy and smooth driving in city and highway conditions. 2.0 TDI (of 150 hp) with a DSG automatic transmission, offering stronger performance and smoother gear changes for greater comfort. Both engines meet modern environmental standards and deliver low emissions. The new diesel versions are already ava...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ghts, charging indicators, illuminated front grilles, capacitive touch panels, intelligent steering systems, sun visors, door panels, and other vehicle interior and exterior components, alongside the company's existing portfolio of pistons, piston rings, cylinder liners, engine valves, transmission gears, and reduction gearboxes. The new MOA has also been restated in the format prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013. Based on Shriram Pistons & ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Linamar to acquire two plants from Winning BLW in Germany On March 27, Canada’s Linamar Corp. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Winning BLW’s plants in Remscheid and Penzberg, Germany. The Remscheid facility is a leader in mass production of high-performance precision bevel and intermediate gears for the light vehicle market, while the Penzberg facility specializes in helical gears and high-precision compone...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

roductivity, ensure consistent quality, and support future projects. The company added that the equipment replacement plan is now in an active phase, with ten new casting machines purchased, some of which are already operational. The first casting machine is already operational, producing steering gear housings for LADA Iskra and LADA Vesta. In March, additional machines for casting oil pans and gearbox housings were also launched. The company h...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

Sona Comstar, India approves INR 622 million capex to add gear capacity On March 20, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar) approved a capital expenditure of INR 622 million for gear capacity expansion in its driveline business for FY 2026–27 (ending March). The plan will increase installed gear capacity from 64.1 million to 68.2 million units, with the additional 4.1 million units to be commissioned by FY 2027–28, funded through int...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

ZF Steering Gear India transfers MIDC Supa Parner factory lease from NexSteer to DriveSys On March 19, ZF Steering Gear (India) Limited announced that it has completed an internal transfer of leasehold rights for its factory premises at Plot No. E-3/2, MIDC Supa Parner Industrial Park, Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra. The leasehold rights over the factory building, earlier held by NexSteer Systems Private Limited, have now been assigned in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

-cycle engine producing 141 hp of power and 134 lb-ft of torque, paired with an electric motor delivering 181 hp and 232 lb-ft. Combined output reaches 200 hp and 232 lb-ft, managed through a dual E-CVT transmission. The Prelude also debuts the new Honda S+ Shift system, which simulates performance gear changes through coordinated engine and electric motor control. Built on a performance-oriented chassis, it features adaptive damping suspension, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

features the Xingyun intelligent chassis with front double-wishbone and rear five-link independent suspension systems, where aluminum alloy is extensively applied to balance structural strength and light weight. The model also employs a 150mm-stroke dual-chamber air suspension system with 7 height gears for easy boarding and alighting, as well as a DCC (Dynamic Chassis Control) system with an 900% adjustment range for adaptability to various roa...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

hium and lead batteries, with charging times of 4–5 hours for lithium and 8–10 hours for lead.​ The X-Men+ 2026 variant delivers an updated 120 km range on a single charge and a top speed of 25 kmph. It has a kerb weight of 80 kg with a loading capacity of 180 kg. Its features include reverse gear, digital display, parking switch, anti-theft alarm, USB charging, central locking, and an auto-repair switch, along with alloy front rims and hub...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

ogy for the production of key automotive safety and assembly components. Its main product is the hub bearing, a critical safety component that connects the wheel to the vehicle axle. From León, the company supplies markets in the United States, South America and Europe. The plant also manufactures gears, bearing rings and high-pressure tanks for the automotive sector. (Cluster Industrial on March 2, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

atures of 105°C as a result of a stack-up of certain vehicle and hardware configurations, thereby initiating a temporary thermal shutdown for up to five minutes to protect its electronic components. When this occurs, customers lose the ability to display the rear view camera image while in reverse gear. The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

ZF launches PowerLine transmission on Daimler Truck’s Freightliner M2 106 Plus On March 10, ZF Group announced that it is providing PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission on the Freightliner M2 106 Plus from Daimler Truck North America (DTNA). The Freightliner M2 106 Plus and ZF PowerLine will be on display at Work Truck Week 2026 in Indianapolis.  Its patented gear ratio spread provides increased launch torque and lower engine speeds at cru...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

outside Brazil to present the model. In Brazil, VWCO (Volkswagen Caminhoes e Onibus) announced on March 6 that it had begun operational testing in the state of Bahia. The new generation of Euro 6 buses was also presented. They have engines with efficiency improvements of up to 10%, a joystick-style gear selector and an upgraded active safety package, optional air suspension and automatic transmission options across the lineup. The portfolio prese...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Honda Super-One compact EV to be released in 2026 with 10,000 unit annual target It was revealed that Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) had set an annual sales target for the Super-One, a compact electric vehicle (EV) model to be launched in Japan in 2026, at 10,000 units. The model features simulated engine sounds and virtual stepped gear shift control that reproduces gear changes, pursuing a driving feel similar to that of gasoline powered sports m...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

New Honda CR-V adopts upgraded hybrid system Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) has newly added a two-stage gear directly connected to the engine for the hybrid system of its new CR-V. Previously, the system only switched to engine drive mode during high speed driving, but for the CR-V, Honda has added a new “Lockup Low” function that directly connects the engine even in low to mid speed ranges with high power demand, such as climbing hills in urb...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

Isuzu captures 29% of Indonesia’s CV Market in 2025; Gears up for 2026 Announced on February 27, 2026, PT Isuzu Astra Motor Indonesia (IAMI) secured a 29% share of Indonesia’s commercial vehicle market for 2025, demonstrating stable performance in a competitive and challenging environment. Sales were primarily driven by the Isuzu TRAGA, which accounted for 47.5% of total volume. The Isuzu ELF contributed 23.7%, while the Isuzu GIGA made up 18...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

, right side and forward-facing – to enable visibility on all four sides from inside the cab. Available now on Freightliner and Western Star vocational and medium-duty models, the Exterior Camera System is automatically triggered by vehicle inputs including left and right turn signals and reverse gear, with live video displayed on the in-cab touchscreen. A grille-mounted forward-facing camera can be manually activated when more visibility is de...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/03

4 times that of the bZ4X. The exterior adopts the powerful black LED rear combination lamp extending horizontally from the center of the rear hatch door to both sides. Black 20-inch aluminum wheels, large bridge-type roof rails, and front and rear skid plates accentuate its rugged feel as an active gear vehicle. It is available in FWD and 4WD versions but in a single Z grade. It is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a total capacity of 74.69 k...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

Nissan recalls 318,781 Rogue SUVs in U.S. over electronic throttle bodies On February 18, Nissan announced it is recalling 318,781 Rogue SUVs from the 2024 and 2025 model years in the U.S. with electronic throttle body gears that may fracture. The entire recall population is equipped with Nissan's 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine.  The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explains that the ignition startup process initiates...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

PPAP Automotive, India, gears up for 2027 e rickshaw Li-ion mandate, wins business from Mahindra In an investor update, PPAP Automotive Limited announced that a regulatory change making it mandatory for e‑rickshaws to shift from lead‑acid to lithium‑ion batteries from April 2027 is creating strong demand, with customers now approaching the company to develop such battery packs. It added that it has recently gained inroads with Mahindra & Ma...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23