e electric smart #2. It is designed by Mercedes-Benz with a modern style, two-tone colors, and premium materials. It is built on the Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform and aims to reinvent the small two-seater city car. Despite its compact size (under 2.8 meters long), the car offers good interior space. Smart expects the car to offer around 300 km of range, fast charging (10–80% in under 20 minutes), and features such as V2L capabili...

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nt was to commercialize "driving assist technology" to "make manual driving safer and to support the freedom of movement of all drivers, including the elderly and young people who are not used to driving" and to reduce "driving anxiety" to the utmost limit. The company claims that innovation of the interior is not the primary objective. Furthermore, the system's concept is to "further enhance the value offered by steer-by-wire and promote its wid...

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Toyota to reduce molds for repair parts through collaboration with suppliers Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is working with its suppliers to reduce the number of molds used for repair parts. Inoac Corporation (Inoac, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya City), which handles interior and exterior parts made of materials such as urethane and resin, is collaborating with Toyota to reduce the variety of repair parts by consolidating similar shapes and colors. Th...

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elbase of 2,962 mm. Exterior, features a sleek, coupe-like design with a bold front grille featuring 1,050 illuminated dots and a central star. The grille can light up and even show animations when the car is opened, closed, or charging. Its aerodynamic shape with a drag coefficient as low as 0.22. Interior, the cabin features a large MBUX Hyperscreen stretching across the dashboard. Seats are fully adjustable with memory, massage, ventilation, a...

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Hyundai unveils all-new Ioniq 3 electric compact hatchback in Milan, Italy On April 20, Hyundai Motor Company revealed the all-new Ioniq 3 electric compact hatchback at Milan Design Week 2026, Italy. As the newest model in the Ioniq lineup, the all-new Ioniq 3 features a bold “Art of Steel” design, simple tech, and a roomy, comfortable interior. It is built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform with a 400V system, designed in Europe and produced at I...

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l. At the same event, smart will also debut the #6 EHD, initially available only in China. The #6 EHD has a sporty and elegant design with a sleek fastback shape, bold front styling, and strong body lines. Inside, it offers a premium and user-friendly cabin with a clean design. Its layout maximizes interior space while maintaining a balance of style, comfort, and advanced technology. Based on smart press release...

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Syensqo, Belgium, launches stabilizer solutions for weathering and thermal aging demands in automotive On April 15, Syensqo launched CYASORB CYXTRA V9800 and V9100, a new stabilizer series that enables automotive manufacturers and compounders to expand the use of translucent polypropylene (PP) in both interior and exterior applications. The translucent PP offers new creative possibilities. However, their sensitivity to UV exposure and heat has hi...

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Mercedes-Benz reveals interior details for all-new electric C-Class On April 16, Mercedes-Benz announced that its first all-new electric C-Class, debuting on April 20, 2026, introduces a cabin designed offering more spacious than before and blends premium materials with advanced digital features. Its features include a new electric platform and large panoramic glass roof.  Even the standard interior stands out with “Softtorino” leather. The ...

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ollowing a comprehensive technical refurbishment of the facility. The assembly line includes five conveyor lines and 88 workstations, along with advanced equipment. It is designed to support the assembly of different body styles. The production process covers the full vehicle build, from installing interior parts and key components to programming electronics and adding fluids. The final stage involves testing and quality checks, including roller ...

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ht seats. With the availability of the VLE 300 with five seats and standard equipment, the entry price will be at EUR 70,464, the VLE 300 with six seats and standard equipment starts at EUR 70,916. In 2027, Mercedes-Benz will introduce a version of the VLE that is around 18 cm longer, offering more interior space. The longer version will be equipped with an 80 kWh LFP battery, available in both front-wheel drive and 4MATIC. The VLE 250 will start...

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two domain controllers and two standalone hardware units to share a single set of memory, and streamlines wiring harnesses and cooling systems to reduce hardware costs by approximately CNY 1,500-4,000 per vehicle for automakers. It also releases system space to enhance the flexibility of automotive interior layouts. Under the industry’s requirements for hardware separation, cost control, and user experience, the Starry series is developed to su...

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t plant and imported and sold in Japan. The exterior styling features the distinctive body frame of a crossover SUV and edgy design, which creates a strong sense of forward thrust as if the entire mass of the vehicle is being pushed forward, to express a futuristic form for the all-new Insight. The interior design features a form that creates a feeling of enclosure and occupant comfort, with a rounded design that emphasizes continuity throughout ...

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Cadillac launches refreshed 2026 CT5 luxury sedan in Japan On April 9, General Motors officially introduced the 2026 Cadillac CT5 sedan in Japan, marking the refreshed model’s debut in that market nearly two years after its North American launch as a 2025 model. The updated CT5 features a redesigned front end, modernized interior, and the latest safety and advanced driver-assistance systems. Originally launched in Japan in 2021, the CT5 returns...

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The 2028 model year Chevrolet Blazer will be a mid-cycle refresh that is expected to include numerous revisions to the front and rear fascias, including a more upright and squared-off look for the front end, with slimmer upper lighting elements, in combination with lower-mounted primary headlamps. Interior updates are expected to be more substantial. Powertrain details are unconfirmed, but the current model is offered with a turbocharged 2.0-lit...

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rt on April 16, 2026, in Germany and other European markets. The all-new ID.3 Neo measures 4,265 mm in length, 1,809 mm in width, 1,554 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,766 mm. The model features a newly designed front with a continuous light strip and an illuminated logo, along with a refreshed interior that includes a new cockpit and improved materials. It is equipped with a more efficient drive system and offers a driving range of up to 630...

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se of 2,950mm and a “2+2+2” seating layout. With a Chinese exterior design language, the Xingguang L presents a magnificent yet simple appearance that conforms to the mainstream aesthetic standards. The body is coated with BASF high-gloss varnish, offering five Chinese-styled color schemes. The interior inherits Chinese elegance, featuring a symmetrical layout and offering two color options. The Xingguang L comes with an 8.8-inch instrument p...

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,000 employees. Including other buildings on the campus, approximately 16,000 employees will be within a 15-minute walk of one another, providing easier collaboration across the campus. The renovation will refresh the façade and increase natural light by adding windows and skylights while removing interior walls and drop ceilings, following the modern look of the World Headquarters. New features will include cafés, markets, wellness rooms, refl...

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26 km, about 13% more than the previous version, with a drag coefficient of 0.20.Its 800-volt system allows ultra-fast charging. At up to 350 kW, the car can gain about 320 km of range in 10 minutes. At 400-volt charging stations, the battery splits internally to charge efficiently at up to 175 kW. Interior, Mercedes-Benz will also introduce steer-by-wire technology for the first time. The EQS introduces the MBUX Hyperscreen. It combines three di...

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an upgraded 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, delivering 231 hp of power and 380 Nm of torque. The vehicle has improved its acceleration from 0–100 kmph in 7.8 seconds. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system. The vehicle also gets several interior and technology upgrades, including a repositioned electronic parking brake, a more powerful 50W wireless charger with cooling, and enhanced m...

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Gentex, US, and Antolin partner to bring dimmable sun visors to European market On April 14, Gentex Corporation and Antolin signed a cooperation agreement to bring next-generation dimmable sun visors to the European automotive market. The partnership unites Gentex’s leadership in electrochromic dimmable glass with Antolin’s expertise in interior systems. Gentex integrates a transparent panel that can darken automatically or on demand. This ef...

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