footwell area and bodyshell of the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro were unstable and unable to handle further impact loads. The side pole impact test was not conducted because the vehicle does not come with standard side head protection for front and rear passengers. While Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Seat Belt Reminders (SBRs) were standard, and the seat belt reminders did not fully meet Global NCAP’s safety requirements. Additionally, Global NCA...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

icle without setting the parking brake    • Auto Trailer brake disengagement: Automatic release of the trailer brakes when tractor movement is detected    • Smart Unpark: Utilizes interlocks to confirm the vehicle is ready to be parked or unparked through sensors that monitor door position, seat belt status and vehicle movement The new EPB offers an intuitive operation with ergonomic, easy-to-actuate switches and clear status indication. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

NDR Auto Components, India board approves new policies and expansion projects On November 7, 2025, NDR Auto Components Limited rolled out a series of board-approved decisions. The company formalized a new policy for determining material subsidiaries, aligning its governance with current regulatory standards. NDR is setting up a project for manufacturing seat belt reminder systems at its Gujarat facility in technical collaboration with Fujikura L...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

shion Airbag, and Head Side Airbag. The Z-Guard is built around the principle of Multi-Dimensional Collaborative Protection. Its key features include (i) an Active Cushion Collapse Mechanism that rapidly collapses the seat frame to absorb energy and adjust posture in a crash, and (ii) an Adjustable Seat Belt Outlet that adapts to various passenger postures and body types. This Z-Guard also leverages predictive signals and high-speed motor-driven ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/14

ity of up to 1 ton. It is equipped with a modern 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 224 hp of power. The gearbox is an eight-speed automatic with a torque converter. The Sollers ST9 comes with a wide range of features. Its basic safety setup includes a 360-degree camera, four airbags, seat belt reminders, ABS with EBD, ESC, VDC stability control, brake override system (BOS), and tire pressure monitoring (TPMS). Based on Sollers Grou...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

U.S. NHTSA opens probe into 17,000 Rivian EDV vans for safety belts On September 24, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it opened a preliminary evaluation into 17,198 Rivian electric delivery vans over seat belt concerns. The probe focuses on the driver’s front outboard seat belt anchorage system, which uses a steel-braided cable to secure the belt to the seat frame. NHTSA warned that a weakened or detached sea...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/25

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

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Protection. The results cover variants such as the ZXI+ Strong Hybrid eCVT and ZXI+(O) 6AT, Its key safety features contributing to these results include six airbags as standard, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), side curtain airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchors, advanced pedestrian protection, and seat belt reminders. The car also stood out in child restraint system tests, reflecting a comprehensive approach to passenger safety. These Bharat NCA...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

IAA Mobility 2025: ZF LIFETEC to debut next-gen heated seat belt, Heat Belt 2.0 ZF LIFETEC announced that it will unveil the next generation of its heated seat belt, the Heat Belt 2.0, at IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany, from September 9 to 12, 2025. The Heat Belt 2.0 is just 1.3 millimeters thick and contains four finely woven heating wires covering the occupant’s pelvis and chest. With a newly developed algorithm and an optional in-house Elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Ford recalls 240,510 Ford Explorer, Aviator vehicles over seat belt anchors On February 20, Ford Motor Co. announced it is recalling 240,510 vehicles in the U.S. over potential seat belt issues, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects certain 2020-2021 Ford Explorer and Aviator vehicles. Affected vehicles may have an improperly secured seatbelt buckle anchor bolt at one or more seating posi...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

Yelabuga.  A version with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with a power of 204 hp is also offered. Both versions of the pickup are equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox, which is manufactured at the SOLLERS Transmission Production site in Zavolzhye. Sollers ST8 has safety systems like two airbags, a seat belt reminder system, ABS + EBD, ESC, a VDC dynamic stabilization system, TPMS tire pressure monitoring sensors, and a hill start assistant. The ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/24

ZF LIFETEC presents world first “Active Heel Airbag” On February 12, ZF LIFETEC presented Active Heel Airbag which is designed to increase protection against injuries in front seats. The Active Heel Airbag can be adapted to almost any vehicle model worldwide. It will be available in 2028 for automakers.  The knee airbag complements the frontal restraint system consisting of the seat belt and front airbag and can further improve occupant prot...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/12

renew automotive interior space for next-generation vehicles. Its new “AWRL6844” 60 gigahertz millimeter-wave radar sensor, which includes four transmitters and four receivers, runs edge AI algorithms. It has three integrated automotive interior sensing functions to provide monitoring such as a seat belt reminder system, infant detection, and intruder detection. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on February 4, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/04

CES 2025: Texas Instruments introduces new multifunction automotive chips On January 6, Texas Instruments (TI) introduced new integrated automotive chips to enable safer, more immersive driving experiences at any vehicle price point.  TI's AWRL6844 60GHz mmWave radar sensor supports occupancy monitoring for seat belt reminder systems, child presence detection and intrusion detection with a single chip running edge AI algorithms, enabling a safer...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

and Power and 4x4 traction. The engine is a 2.0-liter turbodiesel that delivers up to 167 hp and 410 Nm of torque. The T9 features a 10.4-inch touchscreen, front and rear lights with automatic switching and height adjustment. Regarding safety, the vehicle features 6 airbags, tire pressure monitor, seat belt warning system and 360° camera. Not many details were given about the T8 Pro AT, but it is already available from CLP 20,190,000, while the...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/03

yzes what's happening inside the vehicle using cameras and sensors to prevent traffic accidents. LG Electronics' first-hand experience zone will allow visitors sitting in its concept vehicle model to experience the function of the AI-based solution, which alerts the driver if they are not wearing a seat belt properly. Moreover, the solution will recognize the driver’s facial expression and display it in four emoji images for joy or anger, for e...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/23

U.S. NHTSA to require rear seat belt reminders in vehicles in 2027 On December 16, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it will require rear seat reminder systems to boost seat belt use starting in late 2027 in all new cars and trucks. The finalized rule requires seat belt use warnings for rear seats and enhanced warnings for driver and front passenger seats, aimed at increasin...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/18

The company expects that the volume of safety systems will increase due to a safety trend in India and other emerging countries, and compliance with regulations in advanced countries. It aims to introduce high-performance safety products such as “wrap airbags” that are deployed from inside the seat belt. In the safety system business in FY 2030, it aims to gain second spot in the global market, and achieve sales of JPY 580 billion or more, a...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

e employing around 100 staff members. The first production line, which arrived in January 2024, allowed the company to make its first compression springs. 3 additional multi-slide production lines were installed in summer, expanding its capacity for formed wire and flat parts. An assembly line for seat belt cables and a precise stamping line are also under study. On October 2, 2023, the Thailand BOI approved the investment promotion application ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/31