the host system and enabling smaller, more streamlined sensor designs. It combines flexible interface options, SENT, SPC, and PWM for a standalone module, SPI for embedded modules, with integrated on-chip processing.   Its SENT/SPC output accommodates up to a 24-bit payload, enabling high-fidelity transmission of two synchronized 12-bit channels.  The MLX90514 delivers zero-latency dual-channel operation, external PWM signal integration, compac...

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steps along a 1,000-meter line that spans about 15,000 square meters. All staff working in the new facility were reassigned from other areas of the Sebeș site. The electric drive unit for the new GLC was designed in-house and consists of three main parts: the electric motor, power electronics, and transmission. These are assembled into complete systems at Sebeș and then shipped to Bremen for vehicle production. The production at Sebeș is carbo...

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t strip on the IM LS7 electric SUV and the slim paddle-style light on the Mercedes-Benz CLA. Thanks to PLEXIGLAS’s UV and weather resistance, these lights stay clear and vibrant for years. For wide, coast-to-coast lighting and long light guides, PLEXIGLAS molding compounds provide excellent light transmission, flow properties, and heat resistance. The growing trend of illuminated emblems and ambient lighting relies on PLEXIGLAS Softlight. Examp...

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announced the arrival of the new Audi Q5 S line quattro and Q5 Sportback S line quattro at its dealerships, expanding the Q5 family in the country. Both models are equipped with the 2.0-liter TFSI evo5 engine (EA888) that delivers 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission and the quattro ultra-AWD system. They also share identical dimensions of 4,717 mm in length, 2,155 mm in width, and 2,820 mm in w...

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Allison 4500 RDS transmission, Cummins X15N natural gas engine in Kenworth 880 On October 6, Allison Transmission announced its 4500 Rugged Duty Series (RDS) fully automatic transmission has been successfully integrated with the Cummins X15N natural gas engine in Kenworth T880 tractors. "The lighter weight of the X15N engine, combined with the optimized performance of the 4500RDS transmission, not only enhances efficiency and performance but also...

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VECV to manufacture Volvo Group’s automated manual transmissions for India and other markets On October 8, VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), a Joint Venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, announced an investment of INR 5.44 billion for the production and final assembly of the Volvo Group’s globally state-of-the-art 12-speed automated manual transmission (AMT).  The greenfield factory will be established at Vikram Udyogpuri Integrated In...

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CUPRA unveils limited edition SUV Formentor VZ5 On October 8, CUPRA unveiled the new Formentor VZ5, a limited edition high-performance SUV of 4,000 units worldwide. It is designed, built in Barcelona, and will go into production in early 2026. It comes with 2.5-litre five-cylinder TSI engine which generates output of 287 kW and 480 Nm of torque. Paired with a seven-speed DSG transmission and all-wheel drive with a torque splitter, it delivers sha...

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New Kia Carnival HEV 7-seater MPV launched in Thailand Announced on October 6, 2025, Kia Sales Thailand has officially launched the new Kia Carnival HEV 7-seater in Thailand. This flagship MPV redefines family travel, combining comfort, efficiency, and innovation.  It is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine paired with a 54-kW electric motor and a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering a total output of 245 hp and 367 Nm of torque. Ble...

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the brand’s first electrified model to be marketed in Argentina. This modern reinterpretation of the legendary 1955 Fiat 600 celebrates its 70th anniversary by combining a 1.2-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine with a 48V lithium-ion battery, delivering 145 hp through a 6-speed e-DCT automatic transmission with dual clutch and paddle shifters. The hybrid system allows fully electric driving during low-speed maneuvers, starts, or parking, whi...

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Among those grants were USD 500 million awarded to GM to convert Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan to build EVs, USD 335 million for Stellantis to convert the shuttered Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois to make midsize EV pickups, and USD 250 million for Stellantis to convert its Indiana Transmission Plant in Kokomo to produce EV components. Other companies slated to lose grants worth hundreds of millions of dollars include Ford, Daiml...

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products and technologies focused on power management, energy efficiency, and aerodynamics engineered to improve fuel efficiency, reduce weight, minimize air resistance, and optimize energy consumption in electric and hybrid vehicles. Highlights include:   •    eAxle, e-Motor   •    HEV Transmission   •    Battery Frame   •    Active Grill Shutter   •    ADVICS Regenerative Brake Systems and various brake components...

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ZF secures clutch supply deal with Indian commercial vehicle OEM On October 8, 2025, ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) India Pvt Ltd. received a large business nomination from an Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer for a newly engineered 430mm diameter heavy-duty clutch system. Optimized for demanding Indian conditions, the clutch will serve higher horsepower engine platforms for both domestic and select export vehicles. The production and supply wi...

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p with the introduction of the Nevo A05 plug-in hybrid sedan. Combining a sporty yet contemporary design with classic sedan elegance, the Nevo A05 carries a price tag of PHP 1,195,000. Under the hood, the Nevo A05 PHEV is driven by a 1.5-liter BlueCore gasoline engine paired with a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), delivering a combined output of 212 hp and 330 Nm of torque. The sedan offers flexible driving options, allowing drivers to switch...

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y assembled at the Kulim, Kedah plant. Both models are powered by Chery’s advanced Super Hybrid (CSH) system, which combines a 1.5L TGDi engine with an electric motor driving the front wheels to deliver a total output of 279 PS and 365 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted through a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT). An 18.3 kWh LFP battery provides a pure electric driving range of up to 90 km, with a total combined range reaching 1,200 km. Buil...

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to 356 km, a top speed of 150 km/h, and comes with 218 hp or 286 hp options. It consumes between 21.9 and 26.5 kWh per 100 km, making it one of the most efficient vehicles in its class. It offers fast charging from 10% to 80% in 39 minutes, payload capacity of 1,113 kg, and a single-speed automatic transmission that provides smooth and comfortable driving. Based on Volkswagen Poland press release...

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f 155 hp and 170 Nm of torque. It also offers up to 10% lower fuel use and emissions than the previous Hybrid 140. The updated Eco-G 120 engine is now available on all four models, featuring a 1.2L turbo 3-cylinder (of 120 hp) flex-fuel unit. For the first time, it can be paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic for efficient driving. The LPG range has increased by 20%, giving a total range of up to 1,590 km on Sandero and Logan. The Duster al...

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s and one fully electric, with battery capacities ranging from 280 to 350 kWh. The Maraton, TEMSA’s flagship coach, gets major updates, which includes camera mirrors, courtesy and maneuvering lights, and a smart steering wheel. From 2026, it will include an upgraded DAF MX-11 engine and ZF Traxon transmission, improving torque, shifting smoothness, and fuel economy by 3% TEMSA’s latest modular battery packs with multiple chemistries, showcasi...

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shaft fitment, bearing fitment, enclosure fitment, connector fitment, and cable fitment. For N2 category e-trucks, two key components are affected. Traction motors must be domestically manufactured from March 1, 2026, with similar component requirements as e-buses. For integrated traction motor and transmission systems, assembly requirements take effect from September 1, 2025, with additional manufacturing requirements from March 1, 2026, includi...

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tric drive with LFP batteries and a central motor. It comes in two lengths, 12.18 meters and 13.09 meters, offering seating for 50 to 63 passengers. It is powered by a ZF CeTrax 2 dual electric drive, delivering 320 kW of continuous power and 24,700 Nm of torque, paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro now comes with the new NMC4 battery, developed with BMZ Poland, offering 13% more energy, a longer lifespan, w...

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arting from MYR 123,800. The model is available in two variants: Premium and Premium Pro. The all-new EMKOO is now available for booking and test drives at GAC showrooms, with the first customer deliveries starting immediately. The EMKOO is powered by a 1.5TGDI engine paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, producing 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm of torque between 1,400 and 4,500 rpm. It delivers dynamic performance, accelerating fro...

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