ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India updates about new product development On May 15, ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India, in an investor update, announced that it is ramping up new project launches, such as the Exhaust Brake Valve, Automatic Traction Control, and increased penetration of OptiDrive (AMT), and OptiRide Electronically Controlled Air Suspension. The upcoming ESC regulations for buses, effective September 2025, represe...

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is now available for the eActros 600 and will be rolled out for the Actros L and Arocs in the summer 2025. To use it, the truck must have the Multimedia Cockpit Interactive 2, Truck Data Center 8, and an active TruckLive contract. The app shows essential status info such as mileage, tire pressure, air supply, and soon, fuel and AdBlue levels (for diesel trucks). If something goes wrong, drivers get instant alerts. Also, shows the status of doors...

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DC fast charger. Inside, it features a large 42-inch panoramic sunroof and a user-friendly 10-inch touchscreen for easy control. It offers flexible cargo space with the Magic Space system, expanding from 242 to 848 liters to fit more when needed. The T03 keeps getting better over time with Over-the-Air (OTA) updates that automatically add new features and improvements—no need to visit a service center. It has a full set of driver assistance fea...

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ng subsidiary, contributed CNY 220 million for a 55% stake, while Shanghai Baolong Automotive (Anhui) Co., Ltd., a Baolong Auto wholly-owned subsidiary, contributed CNY 180 million for a 45% stake. The JV will integrate Baolong Auto’s technology expertise, market channels, and market resources in air suspension systems with Weifu Group’s strengths in the R&D and manufacturing of automotive components such as MPUs to provide automakers with hi...

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tion upgrading the center console to a multi-purpose lifestyle tool with customizable functions such as a coffee machine, a large storage place, or a retractable display. It also employs a minimalistic architecture to create a storage place for rapid access and privacy protection, as well as hidden air vents with the Thermal cocoon ultra-thin heated surface for a balance between functionality and aesthetics. For safety, the Opale cockpit is equip...

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which are designed to be installed in compact vehicles such as mini vehicles. The new in-wheel motor system offers a continuous rating of 5.5 kW (approx. 7.5 hp) per wheel and a maximum output of 13 kW (approx. 17.7 hp). The new in-wheel motor system offers stable cooling performance, albeit simple air-cooling, with a rotary-fin structure in which heat-dissipating fins are arranged on the surface of the motor's rotating parts. Astemo is also deve...

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ics ecosystem and create valuable opportunities for local talent. Renowned for its advanced pressure sensors, automation, and vertical integration, Trensor supplies major automakers such as Ford and Geely, and Tier-1 suppliers like Cummins and Hanon Systems. Its sensors are also used in Perodua’s air conditioning systems.  With 60% of the revenue coming from exports, primarily to North America and Europe, Trensor Electronics Sdn. Bhd.’s Pena...

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ding the flexibility needed for SDVs. The platform also integrates various NXP wireless technologies, including the SAF9100, a one-chip solution delivering software-defined audio capabilities, and the AW693 solution, which provides concurrent dual-band Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 for secure over-the-air software updates. Moreover, it supports smart car access solutions based on NXP’s Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, as w...

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ch highlighted USD 2 billion in capital expenditures over the past five years in the U.S., more than 75% of its investments in the region.  The company expects to close its USD 8.1 billion acquisition of Johnson Controls International plc's residential and light commercial heating, ventilation and air-conditioning business in 2025. Bosch also plans to launch production of second-generation silicon carbide microchips in 2026 at a Roseville, Calif...

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total floor area of 27,767 square meters and is scheduled for completion in September 2026. The company expects to employ around 600 people in total across the site. Nidec India currently operates two buildings at the Neemrana facility. The first building manufactures motors for home appliances and air conditioners, while the second produces motors for electric bikes. The third building will be used for the production of automotive motors, includ...

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ch likely includes the yet-to-be-revealed midsize models, for the local Saudi market, as well as markets outside North America, including Europe and some Asian markets by 2027. Saudi Arabia’s public investment fund (PIF) holds a 64% controlling stake in Lucid Motors.  Lucid already assembles the Air for the local and other nearby markets in Saudi Arabia, and it will soon also begin building the Gravity SUV there.  In its Q1 report on May 6, L...

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sed by a 21.5% drop in Tesla registrations compared to Q1 2024, while non-Tesla EV registrations grew by 14%. The EV market in California had147 EV models available in Q1, up from 105 models in Q1 2024.  More than 30% of new ZEVs sold in the U.S. are sold in California, according to the California Air Resources Board (CARB). California recently announced a multi-state lawsuit challenging actions taken by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)...

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rm of battery electric vehicles (BEV) XEV 9e and BE 6 from Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M). M&M gives a "Special Appreciation Award" to MAHLE for this development.  It has an intelligent control strategy and software, which optimizes the temperature in the interior and the battery as well as the air flow at the cooling module. MAHLE has significantly improved the energy efficiency of the system and reduced the power consumption of the electric...

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e to a loss of brake function which may increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles produced between April 2022 and November 2024. Brake fluid in the affected vehicles may leak due to the front brake lines coming in contact with the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and be damaged, according to NHTSA. Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake line and the air cleaner outlet pipe, if ...

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UITP Summit 2025: ZF to present technologies for cleaner, safer, and smarter buses ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) will present its technologies for cleaner, safer, and smarter city and intercity buses at the UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg, Germany, from June 15 to 18. ZF’s electric central drive, CeTrax 2, and its electric air compressor, e-comp Scroll, will make their premieres at the event. The CeTrax 2 delivers 210 kW of continuous output and a pea...

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e car can gain about 285 km of range in 10 minutes. The thermal management system ensures optimal battery temperature for fast charging, guided by the e-tron route planner. The battery is placed in the floor with recesses for more legroom. Its aerodynamic design (0.24 drag coefficient) and active air vents, the car runs efficiently and quietly. The model is now available for order, starting at EUR 108,900. Based on Audi press release...

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nterior sees structural revisions with the addition of a redesigned dashboard, referred to as the Grand Prestigia, and twin HD screens. The feature additions in the updated Altroz include a 360-degree camera system, wireless smartphone charging with Qi support, voice-assisted electric sunroof, rear air conditioning vents, and ambient lighting. Its safety-related features include six airbags and a digital instrument cluster. The vehicle also suppo...

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amic improvements to its heavy-duty trucks, by applying concept from the aerospace industry. These modifications to the truck cab are expected to significantly reduce drag, fuel consumption, and CO2 emissions. The FH Aero is the first truck to showcase Volvo’s latest technology designed to reduce air resistance. The small design changes such as cab airflow stabilizers, extended air deflectors, and modified chassis fairings helps to improve rang...

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Stellantis reintroduces Fiat Argo in Argentine market On April 29, Stellantis announced that Fiat reintroduced the Argo model to the Argentine market. The vehicle offers the new DRIVE 1.3 MT variant. The Argo features a 1.3L Firefly engine delivering 99 hp at 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and FWD. The model includes 15” alloy wheels, daytime running lights, a rear spoiler, and heated rear...

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which will create 200 new jobs. The new factory will be twice the size of the current one and will introduce new technologies. Çağatay Cable manufactures wires and cables for the automotive industry, supplying major producers of buses, tractors, construction machines, trucks, commercial vehicles, air conditioners, cleaning equipment, and airport vehicles. Based on press release from the Technological Industrial Development Zones...

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