Hyundai recalling 568,580 Palisade SUVs in U.S over seat belt buckles On September 17, Hyundai Motor announced it is recalling 2020-2025 model year 568,580 Palisade vehicles in the U.S., over an issue with the seat belt buckles which may not properly secure passengers in a crash. The issue was caused due to parts in the seat belt buckle assemblies, which may have been manufactured with out of specification physical dimensions, the U.S National Tr...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

burg have started shipping to the company’s dealer network. Currently, LADA Iskra assembly kits are delivered to Avtozavod Saint Petersburg, including the painted body, powertrain, interior, chassis, and about 1,000 components in total. On the assembly line, workers install insulation, dashboard, seat belts, ESP, interior and trunk trim, then sub-assemble the engine and suspension, and fit bumpers, wheels, and moldings. Based on Lada press rele...

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into an 8-speaker Infinity by Harman system. It is paired with Suzuki’s SmartPlay Pro X infotainment platform. Dolby Atmos transforms the Victoris cabin into a multi-dimensional soundstage, delivering rich, enveloping audio where every passenger enjoys premium, concert-like clarity—making every seat feel like the best seat in the house. Based on the Dolby Laboratories press release...

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TVS Motor, India launches King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Tanzania On September 17, 2025, TVS Motor Company launched the King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in collaboration with distributor Car & General. The  key features of the vehicle include a 5kg dual-fuel CNG tank, an 8-litre gasoline tank, a king-size driver seat, a strong chassis and body with heavy-duty pillars, and a sturdy, ergonomic design for safety...

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bout 174,000 Tesla Inc. Model Y cars from the 2021 model year over reports that electronic door handles can become inoperative. NHTSA said it had received reports citing an inability to open exterior doors, including after parents exited the vehicle to remove a child or to place a child in the rear seat before starting a trip. In those events, the parents were unable to reopen a door to regain access to the vehicle, and in four cases, resorted to...

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ing its YTD total to 12,492. Meanwhile, the VF 7 in the C-SUV segment delivered 718 units, reaching 5,099 YTD. Other models, including the VF 8, VF 9, Nerio Green, and Limo Green, also added overall sales. Notably, deliveries of the Limo Green began on August 5, marking VinFast’s entry into the 7-seat MPV segment for families and service businesses. (From VinFast Auto press release dated September 12, 2025)...

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s, powertrains, and fasteners. The exhibits included representative products such as active shock absorbers, dual-valve electronically controlled shock absorbers, steer-by-wire systems, integrated thermal management module systems for New Energy Vehicles, pumps, turbochargers, far-side airbags, ACR seat belts, high-strength lightweight chassis, and fasteners. FAWER’s participation in the event reflects its long-term partnership with Seres Group...

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solve the problem of overhead glare and excessive sunload without the need for mechanical sunshades. The company’s dimmable film-based smart glass can be integrated into large, panoramic designs or segmented panels that allow each vehicle occupant to control the dimming of the sunroof above their seat. It also presented Full Display Mirror (FDM), an intelligent rear-vision system that uses a custom camera and mirror-integrated video display to ...

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cle’s structure and the footwell were both rated “stable” and judged capable of withstanding further loading. In every crash test scenario, all adult occupant body regions demonstrated adequate to good protection, including in-side and pole impacts. The Victoris has three-point belts at every seat and provides i-Size anchorages as standard. Child safety was also emphasized, with test dummies representing 18-month and 3-year-old children rec...

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UAE.  The G700 has a bold, off-road design inspired by snowy mountain peaks. It features a user-friendly 15.6-inch touchscreen that includes a Qibla compass, a 17.3-inch screen for entertainment, and an 8.88-inch climate control. It also features an 18-speaker Lexicon audio system, multi-function seats with an 8-point massage, and a flexible six-seat layout. Based on Jetour press release...

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Region. The investments in setting up the production exceeded RUB 300 million, of which RUB 215 million were provided by the federal IDF. A new production line for stamping small parts for Lada Largus has been launched at the company. The production includes 24 stamped parts, such as bumper beams, seat brackets, door reinforcements, windshield wipers, and mounts for the roof and engine. The production is fully localized, using only Russian raw m...

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acoustics, haptics, optics, perception interaction, and motor systems.  AAC Technologies highlighted the luxury Zeekr 9X SUV, co-developed with British brand Naim Audio. AAC collaborated with Naim to create a bespoke 9.2.4.8 multidimensional immersive sound system, incorporating 32 speakers and 8 seat shakers. The system uses a 40-channel independent amplifier with a peak power of 3868W. With exclusive listening modes, users enjoy an elevated a...

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he removable battery costs VND 5 million and can be charged externally. Positioned in the mid-range segment, Vero X combines a fashion-forward design with practical features such as an improved saddle, rear handle, swingarm cover, and stylish front fender. Dimensions are (LWH) 1,858x 690x 1,100 mm, seat height 770 mm, and weight 92 kg. Powered by a 2,250 W BLDC in-hub motor, it accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h in 15 seconds with a top speed of 70 km...

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Euro NCAP highlights critical seat latch failure in MG 3 On September 10, Euro NCAP reported that the latest MG 3, from the now Chinese-owned brand, failed a critical safety test. In the frontal offset crash test, the engineers found that the driver’s seat latch failed, a problem never seen before in Euro NCAP testing. The seat twisted during the crash, putting extra force on the dummy’s right leg, which was rated ‘poor.’ Since Euro NCA...

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d by Manckiewicz, Germany, with 15% bio-based material, which is used on the console trim and inner air diffuser frames. Bumpers also use recycled plastics, with the front spoiler containing 20% recycled material. Interior plastics feature 30% recycled material. 3D-knitting technology is applied to seat fabrics which is made from 100% recycled material, eliminating cutting and sewing process, thus reducing waste to zero. The Tribe Editions will b...

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logy to lower vehicle noise and improve fuel efficiency. Moreover, it features superior high-speed water drainage and stronger wet traction compared to its predecessor. The N’blue S has already been adopted as OE tires for several vehicle models in the European markets, including the Audi A3, the Seat Leon, the Skoda Scala, the Volkswagen Golf, the Hyundai Casper Electric, and the Kia Niro. (Based on several releases dated September 8, 2025)...

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pernal into its next phase. Supernal was spun out of Hyundai in 2021 in its push into urban air mobility. Supernal, which completed an initial technology-demonstrator test flight earlier in 2025 but had not completed an untethered flight, had been working toward a 2028 commercial launch of its five-seat, battery-powered electric vehicle take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, though that timeline now faces uncertainty. (multiple sources on Septemb...

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pt vehicle, which will arrive in the next decade. Inside, the cabin is very spacious with over 650 litres of luggage space. A new Škoda Horizon Display, stretching 1.2m across the dashboard, works alongside a vertical central screen. In terms of sustainable materials, it features 100% recycled PES seat covers, Ultrasint TPU headrests, Ultrasuede NU with plant-based content, and Nabore recycled leather flooring. The floor design uses a 3D-printed...

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km range and fast-charging from 10 to 80% in 31 minutes.  The Performance models, including the EV6 GT, delivering 650 PS and 0-100 kmph in 3.5 seconds, and the EV9 GT, devering 508 PS, 0-100 kmph in 4.6 seconds.  Kia’s PV5, entering the Light Commercial Vehicle market, offers a flexible 5–7 seat passenger version and a modular design supporting up to 16 variants, combining passenger and commercial capabilities. Based on Kia press release...

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h combines key components such as e-motors, inverters, converters, reduction gears, and software; and the ProAI scalable central computer, designed for all vehicle platforms, software applications, and E/E architectures. In addition, ZF LIFETEC is presenting the Heat Belt 2.0 temperature-controlled seat belt and a retractable steering wheel concept. ZF is also debuting its new 8-speed automatic transmission 8HP evo, and a range extender for the f...

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