2026 Isuzu D-Max with new 2.2L turbocharged diesel engine launched in Malaysia Announced on March 31, 2026, the 2026 Isuzu D-Max has been launched in Malaysia, headlined by a new 2.2L turbodiesel engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, alongside styling and equipment updates. The new RZ4F-TC 2.2L four-cylinder turbodiesel replaces the 1.9L unit, producing 163 PS and 400 Nm, and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission co-developed w...

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nts, with prices ranging from CNY 79,800 to CNY 105,800. The Sagitar S measures 4,702mm long, 1,815mm wide, and 1,484mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,688mm. The Sagitar S features a front-engine FWD layout. Equipped with a powertrain comprising either an 81kW/141Nm 1.5L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 118kW/250Nm 1.5T Evo2 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission, the model delivers a top speed of 190km/h or 200km/h, a 0 to 100k...

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nsure battery stability, as well as motors, power semiconductors, communication tools, and sensors. It is also promoting joint development with electronics systems and materials companies. In addition, it is developing SGF (Switchable glazing Film), used in automotive glass to adjust light and heat transmission, and photopolymer films for HWD (holographic windshield display), which projects information onto the windshield as a large display. (Fro...

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Chery launches TIGGO 8 CSH Hybrid SUV in UAE On March 31, Chery UAE, represented by AW Rostamani Group, launched the TIGGO 8 CSH, a hybrid SUV that combines gasoline performance with advanced battery technology. The TIGGO 8 CSH is equipped with a1.5TGDI engine and an advanced 3-speed hybrid transmission (3DHT), delivering 141 hp of power and 215 Nm of torque. It can drive up to 90 km on pure electric power and offers up to 1,200 km of driving ran...

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were TMP’s two newest electrified models. The RAV4 HEV, starting at PHP 2,183,000, is available in LTD and ADV variants with E-Four AWD and dual electric motors, powered by a 2.5-liter A25A-FXS engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 239 PS and 221 Nm of torque through an e-CVT transmission. The Urban Cruiser BEV, Toyota’s second fully electric model after the bZ4X, offers a range of up to 475 km with its 61.1 kWh lithium-i...

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e SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) mild-hybrid system. The vehicle is powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder engine producing 101 hp of power and 136.8 Nm of torque, paired with a 12V lithium-ion battery and integrated starter generator. It is available with a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Combined fuel consumption reaches up to 16.5 km/L (MT). The model measures 4,360 mm in length, 1,795 mm in width and 1,655 mm in height,...

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Huashuo Technology Co., Ltd.  The company will invest EUR 200 million in three phases in Miskolc by 2032 and develop the plant into one of the main manufacturing and technology centers of our European activities. It will manufacture aluminum casts and machined parts for vehicle drive units, power transmission, and structural systems for companies such as Volvo and Magna. The plant can produce up to 2 million parts annually, applying the latest ...

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Stellantis Mirafiori plant, Italy to hire 100 workers to increase C514 transmission production On March 31, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Mirafiori plant, Italy, will hire around 100 new workers soon to increase the production of C514 transmissions. These transmissions are used in the Fiat Pandina and Fiat 500 Hybrid, which are produced at Pomigliano and Mirafiori plants. Currently, the Mirafiori plant produces about 700 gearboxes per...

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SOLLERS, Russia starts production of 6-speed transmission for SF5 and SF7 On March 31, SOLLERS Group started production of 6-speed manual transmissions for its Sollers SF5 and Sollers SF7 light commercial vehicles. The production is being carried out at the SOLLERS Transmission Production facility located at the ZMZ industrial site. SOLLERS Transmission Production currently makes 6-speed manual gearboxes for Sollers light commercial vehicles, pi...

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Changan to launch CS75 Pro in Russia On March 31, Changan announced that it is preparing to introduce the new CS75 Pro, a large seven-seater crossover in Russia. The new CS75 Pro measures 4,748 mm in length, 1,870 mm in width, and has a wheelbase of 2,786 mm. It is powered by a Blue Core engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT), delivering 181 hp of power and 280 Nm of torque. The CS75 Pro is also fully adapted for Russian cli...

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. According to specifications from Suzuki Motor Thailand, the e VITARA has 5 doors and seats 5 passengers. Its electric powertrain draws energy from a 61-kWh battery and powers all 4 wheels. The vehicle delivers a combined output of 135 kW and 307 Nm of torque and uses a single-speed electric drive transmission. It reaches a maximum speed of 150 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. Its electric energy consumption is rated at 14...

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up in Ukraine i.e., a special Ukrainian version of the Peugeot Landtrek pickup called “FEVER,” designed for local driving conditions. Then the updated Peugeot 408 will be introduced in late spring 2026, which will feature a 1.6 PureTech gasoline engine of 215 hp paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. In summer 2026, Citroën will expand the C3 Aircross lineup with a version powered by a third-generation 1.2 PureTech gasoline engine of...

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The truck pairs heavy-duty proportions with a purpose-built powertrain designed for demanding tasks. Pricing starts at THB 1,599,000.  It is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 engine producing 210 PS (154 kW) at 3,250 rpm and 600 Nm of torque at 1,750 rpm, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission with e-Shifter and a four-wheel-drive system. A Terrain Management System offers seven selectable drive modes, Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Sli...

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Škoda expands Karoq lineup in Ukraine with two new diesel engines On March 25, Škoda Auto Ukraine announced that it has expanded the engine lineup for the Škoda Karoq 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 perfo...

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me running lights, 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 Shrir...

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ase measuring 114.17 inches that enables 35.8 cubic feet of interior cargo space behind the second row, and 67.7 cubic feet with the second row folded flat. The 2027 QX65 features a Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine delivering 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque, paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission tuned for responsive acceleration with bold torque delivery, and Standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. QX65 has a list of safety and ADAS...

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gh-precision components serving the commercial and off-highway sectors.  Through these acquisitions, Linamar significantly expands its forging expertise to include warm forging to its already significant offering of precision bevel and helical gears, as well as small to medium sized-drivetrain and transmission components.  The transaction is expected to provide about CAD 200 million in annualized revenue to Linamar. (Linamar release on March 27...

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tors showcasing next-generation connectivity technologies. At the joint booth of Yokowo Co., Ltd. and Yonezawa Bussan Co., Ltd., we interviewed Mr. Kensuke Oe, Sales Manager at Yokowo, and Mr. Keisuke Fukagawa of Yonezawa Bussan. At the booth, the two companies jointly presented a live V-Band image transmission demonstration using what the companies describe as the world’s first flexible waveguide developed with Japan’s traditional kumihimo (...

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e-inspired design with a next-generation V8 engine. At the core of every 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X is the next-generation LS6 6.7L V8, with  535 hp and 520 lb-ft of torque, which now becomes Corvette’s primary engine, powering the 2027 Stingray as well, with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.  Replacing the E-Ray in the Corvette lineup, the Corvette Grand Sport X expands the Grand Sport formula with the addition of all...

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sourced from India under Citroën’s C-Cubed programme, joining the Citroën C3 and Citroën Aircross to complete the local lineup. The model is powered by a 1.2-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 81 kW and 205 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the car has a spacious five-seat cabin and a 470-litre boot space. It also features a 10-inch Citroën Connect touchscreen with ...

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