lakes and snowy roads to check traction, power distribution, and control. Snow and ice testing helps engineers safely push the car to its limits and fine-tune its systems. During these tests, the AMG RACE ENGINEER driving dynamics system was thoroughly evaluated. It uses three rotary controls that allow drivers to adjust the vehicle’s driving behaviour more precisely than before. The three rotary controls work fully when ESP is turned off, giv...

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NYIAS 2026: Subaru unveils all-new, three-row 2027 Getaway electric SUV On April 1, Subaru of America unveiled its all-new, all-electric 2027 Subaru Getaway at the New York International Auto Show as its fourth electric vehicle in the company’s growing EV portfolio. The three-row 2027 Getaway features front and rear electric motors that deliver 420 hp combined. Standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive combined with 8.3 inches of ground clear...

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r 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid as the newest addition to, and the most fuel efficient model of, the Subaru Wilderness lineup ahead of its U.S. market launch in late 2026. The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid retains the same 9.3-inch ground clearance, X-MODE Dual Mode System, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, upgraded suspension, and all-terrain tires as the non-hybrid Forester Wilderness model, but adds a hybrid powertrain with up to 25% b...

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e in Kyiv on March 25, 2026. The company shared its plans for 2026 and discussed the performance and future strategy of its brands: Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Opel, and Jeep. In 2026, Peugeot will expand its lineup 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....

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ility and system performance under extreme arid conditions, including high temperatures, salt-alkali dust, and significant daily temperature variations. The tests included off-road recovery, handling, sealing performance, and climbing capability. During off-road evaluations, the T1 demonstrated its all-wheel-drive system’s ability to manage unstable salt-sand terrain through torque distribution and traction control. Handling tests on low-fricti...

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Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic. The model is available with three powertrain options: 60, 90, and 90x, which generate outputs from 150 kW to 220 kW. The 90 and 90x versions offer over 600 km of range and can charge from 10–80% in about 28 minutes, while the 60 variant takes around 27 minutes. The all-wheel-drive 90x accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. The Peaq will be the largest and most spacious Skoda model, measuring about 4.9 m lo...

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BIMS 2026: Isuzu D-MAX EV launched in Thailand, locally assembled from THB 1,591,000 Announced on March 24, 2026, Isuzu Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd. showcased 15 vehicles at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show. The display included 10 standard models, ranging from the D-MAX pickup to the MU-X SUV, alongside five customized vehicles. The company’s new mascot, YUU CHAN, was brought to life in 3D on a large LED screen. Among the highlights, t...

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INFINITI reveals all-new 2027 QX65 with fastback design, luxury interior On March 26, INFINITI announced the debut of the all-new QX65, a sporty fastback with dramatic styling inspired by the iconic INFINITI FX, advanced technologies and enhanced performance.  The all-new 2027 QX65, built at the company’s plant in Smyrna, Tennessee,  is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships in early summer 2026, with a starting price of USD 53,990. QX65 var...

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eplog, Sweden. The program had two phases. In Arizona, engineers finalized important software features and prepared vehicles for winter testing. In Sweden, the systems were tested in extreme snow and ice conditions. The teams evaluated how hardware and software worked together for functions such as all-wheel drive, traction control, and driving performance. Over-the-air (OTA) updates were also tested. Hundreds of test and validation cycles were c...

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L 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-wheel drive, creating 721-hp and 145 lb-ft of torque. It pairs the LS6 V8 at the rear axle with a front-axle electric motor and compact battery pa...

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VW to launch third generation Tiguan in Brazil On March 24, Volkswagen announced the arrival of the third-generation Tiguan in Brazil. The new model, based on the MQB Evo platform, will be offered in a single R-Line version. The SUV is powered by a 2.0-liter EA888 Evo5 engine delivering 272 hp and 35.7 kgfm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive with Haldex system. It also features six driving mod...

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Toyota to produce all-new Hilux diesel and electric versions at Zarate plant in Argentina On March 23, it was reported that Toyota will begin production of the all-new Hilux midsize pickup in December 2026 at its Zarate plant in Argentina, including BEV version. The plant is also scheduled to start production of the next-generation midsize SUV SW4 in 2027. Both the diesel and fully electric versions were presented to Argentine dealers, indicating...

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Chery presents iCAUR V23 in Nigeria On March 17, multiple sources reported that Carloha Nigeria, the official distributor for Chery Automobile in Nigeria, presented iCAUR V23 in the country. The SUV is available in two configurations: the Rear-Wheel Drive (2WD) produces 100 kW of power and 180 Nm of torque, powered by a 59.9 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery that offers a driving range of up to 401 km (NEDC). The Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (iWD...

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Subaru announces global debut of all-new electric SUV at New York Auto Show On March 23, Subaru of America announced the global debut of an all-new SUV EV coming to the 2026 New York International Auto Show on April 1. The all-new family-sized SUV will have 420 hp of power in a dual-motor configuration that powers Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru included a teaser image with its announcement that appears to show the same six-pod day...

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an brand, JELAND, was welded at its fully refurbished automobile plant in Shushary, Russia. The plant’s welding shop completely rebuilt, with strengthened floors, new metal structures, modern equipment, and a laboratory for measurement and control systems. The main equipment in the plant was installed in about two months. Around 120 industrial robots were installed in the welding shop. The production process at the plant is done in stages. Th...

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Lexus India’s launches its first all-electric sedan for INR 9 million On March 20, Lexus India launched the ES500e, its first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) for the Indian market, for INR 9 million. It is powered by a 74.68 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 252 kW of output, all-wheel drive, and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of about 5.5 seconds with an ARAI-certified driving range of up to 580 km on a single charge. It comes with an 11...

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Toyota launches all-new C-HR+ across Europe On March 19, Toyota introduced the all-new Toyota C-HR+, which will be available for purchase across Europe with deliveries starting March 2026. The all-new C-HR+, built on Toyota’s eTNGA platform, comes with two battery options and both front- and all-wheel drive configurations. The new C-HR+ models are equipped with high-capacity lithium-ion batteries supplied by Prime Planet Energy & Solutions, a j...

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comfort and reflect a strong, modern image. The sale of the new premium crossover is schedule to start in summer 2026. The new K50, built on a high-tech D-segment platform, is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 238 hp and featuring all-wheel drive, with a winter package included as standard. The vehicle is suitable for city driving, long family trips, and business travel. Additio...

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s offered in two trims: Design and Excellence. Standard features on the Design include an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15.6-inch touchscreen with integrated Google services, four USB-C ports, wireless charging with cooling, 360-degree camera, Vehicle-to-Load capability, heat pump, 18-inch alloy wheels and heated front seats. The Excellence adds head-up display, heated rear seats and a panoramic sunroof. Built on BYD’s E-Platform 3.0, ...

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Lexus launches 2026 ES in U.S. with BEV models, new hybrid coming On March 18, Lexus announced that the eighth-generation Lexus ES is now on sale, at a starting price of USD 48,795, with its first-ever ES 350e and ES 500e battery-electric (BEV) models arriving in U.S. dealerships in April, ahead of the upcoming 2026 ES 350h hybrid models. The all-new 2026 Lexus ES features new styling inside and out, on a platform capable of supporting internal c...

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