ial, Stabiliser Disconnect Mechanism, Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control and Multi-Terrain and Panoramic View Monitors. It also includes a 12.3-inch digital cockpit and 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system. The VX-L adds premium features. In Western Europe, all versions use Toyota’s Hybrid 48V electrified powertrain. In Eastern Europe, VX and VX-L are available with either a 2.8-liter diesel or 2.4-liter petrol turbo engine. Entry-level ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

e and 380 km in urban cycle. Payload capacity stands at 715 kg and towing capacity at 1.6 tons. The diesel version will be the first to enter production, retaining the 2.8-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine rated at 204 hp, paired with six-speed manual or automatic transmission and 4x4 drive. A 48V mild-hybrid variant is expected to follow later, along with the electric model. Commercial launches in Argentina and Brazil are scheduled for earl...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Proton X90 SUV launched in Malaysia with updated powertrain and lineup On March 11, 2026, Proton introduced the updated 2026 Proton X90 in Malaysia, featuring a revised powertrain and simplified lineup.The SUV adopts a 1.5-liter i-GT turbocharged four-cylinder engine, replacing the previous 1.5-liter three-cylinder with a 48V mild-hybrid system. Output is reduced to 181 PS and 290 Nm, paired with a 7-speed DCT and delivering fuel consumption of a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

d cornering lights, as one integrated lighting module. The AL8859Q also addresses broader power systems for automotive applications. The AL8859Q integrates a current-mode multi-phase boost architecture with a wide 4.5V to 60V input voltage range, enabling operation across standard 5V, 12V, 24V, and 48V supply rails. A single device supports two phases, and scales to three or four phases with synchronizing devices, making it suitable for 100W to 4...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/14

NXP presents NXP CoreRide Z248 zonal reference system On March 9, NXP Semiconductors introduced its NXP CoreRide Z248 zonal reference system that combines advanced 48 V energy distribution, deterministic data handling, functional safety, and real-time responsiveness. It is available now for selected customers. It is built on NXP’s S32K5 microcontroller series with integrated advanced MRAM technology. It provides a pre-validated software stack t...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Stellantis confirms launching first 48V MHEV vehicle in Brazil On February 26, Stellantis Brazil announced the next phase of its Bio-Hybrid program, confirming the launch of its first flex mild-hybrid vehicle equipped with 48V MHEV technology, developed and produced at the Goiana Automotive Hub in Pernambuco, Brazil, during the first half of the year. The new model will feature a multifunctional electric machine replacing the alternator and start...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/28

BMW India launches X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro On February 16, BMW India launched the X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro for INR 7.45 million, adding a higher‑powered gasoline variant that is locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai. The SUV is powered by a 2.0‑litre four‑cylinder turbo‑gasoline engine with 48V mild‑hybrid technology, developing 258 hp and 400 Nm, and delivers a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds via an eight‑speed Steptr...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/16

around 80 workers to support the long-term readiness of OEM customer programs, which are expected to begin with the Ford F-Series, as well as Chevrolet and GMC models. Clarios’ supercapacitor systems (also referred to as ultracapacitors (UCM) in certain OEM applications) are designed for 12V and 48V automotive architectures, providing rapid charge discharge performance and enhanced reliability for critical functions such as steer-by-wire, chas...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

BorgWarner secures its first 48V electric cross differential (eXD) program On February 11, Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner announced it has secured a new electric cross differential (eXD) program with a leading Chinese (OEM). The eXD solution is designed for a 48V system and is integrated with the customer’s 48V electrical and electronic (E/E) architecture. This program represents BorgWarner’s first 48V eXD application within its glob...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

Toyota UK launches Land Cruiser Commercial with 48V powertrain in UK On January 29, Toyota UK announced the introduction of the 2026 Land Cruiser Commercial, adopting a new diesel 48V powertrain. The Land Cruiser Commercial is powered by a 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine combined with an eight-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. This setup includes an electric motor-generator, a lithium-ion hybrid battery and a DC...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

algorithms that can defrost an ice-covered windshield in less than a minute. The technique applies heat evenly across the surface, reducing stress on the glass and lowering cabin heating demands by up to 27% at −20°C, directly extending EV range. A critical piece of the Betterfrost solution is a 48V-centric power delivery network that relies on power-dense 800V- and 400V-to-48V fixed-ratio Vicor BC bus converters to deliver efficient high-spee...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

g the ninth generation of its iconic pickup with a renewed design and an expanded powertrain strategy that now includes a battery-electric variant for the first time. The new Hilux will be offered with two electrified powertrains in Europe. The first option combines a 2.8-liter diesel engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, reducing CO2 emissions while maintaining a one-ton payload and a towing capacity of up to 3.5 tons. The second option is a ful...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

d explore a broader range of next-generation battery applications. ProLogium also showcased the technical progress of this cross-domain collaboration at CES 2026.  The collaboration will proceed in two phases. Phase one will be based on ProLogium’s existing standard-specification cells to design 48V battery modules for selected future applications. Phase two will focus on the joint development of prototype battery systems for next-generation b...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

with two new models: the GLC 200 4MATIC and the GLE 400 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid.  Both are produced in Pekan and strengthen the brand’s SUV line-up in Malaysia. The GLC 200 4MATIC, priced from MYR 329,888, returns a petrol-powered option to the GLC range. It uses a 2.0-liter turbo engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, delivering 204 hp and 320 Nm via 4MATIC. AMG Line styling, 20-inch AMG wheels, LED High Performance headlamps, and safety feat...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

r, the first production vehicle model based on the AMG.EA pure electric architecture, is scheduled for mass production in 2026. Launched concurrently at the event were several Mercedes-Benz vehicle models with upgraded specifications. The C-Class L (long-wheelbase) is equipped with a 2.0T engine, a 48V integrated starter generator, an intelligent parking system with a 360-degree camera, and a new autopilot solution covering nationwide expressways...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

ssenger car sold in Brazil starting in 2026. Although Toyota Brazil president Evandro Maggio focused on passenger vehicles, the report suggests that the Hilux and next-generation SW4 may also adopt hybrid powertrains. The Hilux, built at Zarate plant, Argentina, is expected to feature a mild hybrid 48V system combining its 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine with a 16-hp electric motor. Meanwhile, Toyota’s new 150D pickup, set to debut in 2026, will u...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

ch as zonal / focused architectures will reduce the number of circuits needed. This, of course, is one negative factor. Nevertheless, we believe there will be some areas where the number of circuits will increase in line with the growth of onboard cameras and sensors. We also view the transition to 48V systems as a potential risk, as it enables the use of smaller-gauge wires, which could reduce the total volume of wiring used.  Q3. In the age of...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

ag coefficient of 0.29 i.e., 10% better than before. It combines with the new engines, which helps to increase overall efficiency. The all-new T-Roc measures 4,373mm in length, 1,828mm in width, 1,573 mm in height and a wheelbase of 2,629mm. At launch, the T-Roc offers a 1.5-liter turbo engine with 48V mild-hybrid tech (1.5 eTSI) available in two outputs i.e., 116 hp and 150 hp. Both versions recover energy during deceleration and store it in a s...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

ZF holds Asia-Pacific Innovation Day in Shanghai ZF held the Asia-Pacific Innovation Day in Shanghai to showcase its latest achievements in intelligentization, electrification, and software. On display were over 20 demonstration vehicles and around 70 exhibits. The exhibits included three technologies for global debut, namely, Chassis 2.0, Direct Drive Hand Wheel Actuator, and 48V-based EMB, as well as three for Chinese debut, namely, the EasyTur...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

48F reacts within 100μs, which is faster than a conventional wire fuse and ensures flexible and robust protection to avoid fault propagation inside the vehicle. The chip facilitates reaching high safety-integrity levels (ASIL) in ISO 26262 functional-safety applications. Suitable for 12V, 24V, and 48V boardnets, the VNF1248F handles power distribution in zonal vehicle electrical architectures and general fuse and relay replacement. Other uses in...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13