Tata Motors, India launches Intra V40 CNG-gasoline bi-fuel pickup On June 3, Tata Motors Ltd (Formerly TML Commercial Vehicles Ltd) launched the Intra V40, a CNG-gasoline bi-fuel small commercial vehicle pickup, with a payload capacity of 1,525 kg and a 2,960 mm (9.7 ft) load body. The vehicle is powered by a 1.2-litre engine producing 58 bhp and 106 Nm of torque, with a 110-litre CNG tank. It features a hydroformed chassis, front disc brakes, an...

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allowing it to accelerate from 0–100 kmph in 3.3 seconds. The vehicle, supported by a 900V architecture and a 52-liter fuel tank, which delivers a targeted WLTP range of over 1,200 km, including up to 350 km of pure electric driving range. Lotus has also reduced weight through improvements to the body structure, electric drive system, and battery components, making the Eletre X up to 120 kg lighter than the Eletre 900. Based on Lotus press rele...

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e company also exhibited the LADA Iskra TMS and LADA Vesta TCR motorsport vehicles. The updated LADA Niva Legend is powered by a new 1.8-liter 8-valve engine that delivers 24 Nm more torque, with 80% of its maximum torque available from just 1,000 rpm. The SUV also features upgrades to its chassis, body, and electronic systems, with more than 100 new and over 60 improved components. AVTOVAZ is currently preparing for production of the updated mod...

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e in the European automotive market. In April 2026, it announced the acquisition of Eisenmann GmbH (Eisenmann), a German manufacturer of paint equipment for automobile production plants, for JPY 12 billion. By establishing a business structure that allows it to offer comprehensive solutions for car body transfer and painting equipment, the company aims to expand its deliveries to European automakers, which account for a small share of its sales. ...

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OPmobility and Yanfeng expand product portfolio for their Chinese JV YFPO On June 1, OPmobility and Yanfeng announced the completion of the strengthening of their joint venture, YFPO, China’s leading manufacturer of exterior body parts, such as bumpers and tailgates. This operation, effective June 1, 2026, integrates module assembly activities from OPmobility and Yanfeng into YFPO and enables the company to offer signature and decorative lighti...

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Stellantis Cassino plant extends production shutdown On May 29, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Cassino plant has suspended production operations again. The Executive Committee announced a production shutdown on May 29, 2026, in the body shop and painting departments at the Cassino plant, in addition to a previously scheduled shutdown from June 1 to June 5, 2026. The additional stoppage reflects the ongoing production challenges a...

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d in the next-generation EV. Toyota will abandon the development of the Lexus LF-ZC, which it revealed as its next-generation EV concept model at the “Japan Mobility Show 2023”. Toyota stated at the time that the EV would adopt its new “gigacast” module structure consisting of three vehicle body sections (front, center, and rear), and increase the driving range to 1,000 km by mounting a next-generation battery with enhanced energy density...

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ubishi Raider built by Chrysler that was sold in the U.S. until 2010. No timeline has been given for the new Mitsubishi pickup, but the new Frontier is expected around 2028, similar to the forthcoming Xterra SUV. Likely production at the plant in Canton, Mississippi may also be accompanied by other body-on-frame models. Production of a new pickup truck adds to the relationship between the two companies. Mitsubishi currently supplies Nissan with a...

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asadena studio, GM said the Hummer X concepts were not intended for production. The Hummer X concept is envisioned to be as a capable rock crawler designed and engineered as a modular platform, that focuses on reconfigurability, capability, community, and sustainability. The concepts have removable body panels and fender flares, along with underbody protection, as well as reconfigurable and stackable displays in the cockpit. The Hummer Hub suite ...

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del is available in charging and battery-swapping versions, with a total of eight variants. Prices range from CNY 64,800 to CNY 125,800, with a limited-time promotional price of CNY 59,800 to CNY 120,800. The S3 measures 4,916mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,480mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,876mm. The body dimensions of the ULTRA+ variant have not yet been disclosed. The Arcfox S3 features a front-wheel-drive layout and is powered by a permanent mag...

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(SHAC), part of the SAIC Motor network, to deepen their strategic collaboration. The agreement builds on more than 25 years of successful collaboration within the joint venture Shanghai Benteler Huizhong Automotive Co., Ltd. established in 2022. The portfolio includes chassis components, hot-formed body systems, and lightweight solutions for electric vehicles, supported by expanded production capacities and new locations such as Wuhan. They will ...

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cations to other models. Dividing the seat into six blocks has made disassembly easier, and installing a built-in resin base has reduced the amount of urethane used. The resin base for seat cushions is designed to lift the urethane from the sides, thereby suppressing the passenger’s left-to-right body movement and improving riding comfort. The person in charge said, "With conventional structures, advanced technology was required when covering t...

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high-strength galvanized steel sheets. It suppresses LME cracks by promoting the cooling and solidification of the galvanized coating during welding. This is said to improve the quality of welds on ultra-high-tensile steel sheets. It has been adopted for domestic production models of a Japanese car body manufacturer to which JFE supplies ultra-high-tensile steel sheets. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on May 27, 2026)...

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ey parts itself in Maranello, Italy, including the motors and battery. The project has led to over 60 new patents. The company also plans to manufacture all electric components in-house, including batteries, in the future. Ferrari Luce is built as one complete system where the battery, chassis, and body work together for better strength and efficiency. It is built on a completely new platform with a specially designed chassis. Ferrari kept the k...

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ARAI, India sets up bus body certification support cell On May 22, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced the launch of a dedicated support cell to assist bus body builders with certification compliance. The cell will provide technical and design support, help with document preparation, and guide builders through a three-level compliance framework that includes mandatory video inspections and physical safety checklists. Un...

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e with Genofort’s capabilities in haptic interaction assembly systems to create an integrated value chain. The partnership will focus on automotive interior applications such as center consoles, steering wheels, door panels, seats, and headliners. The companies aim to integrate features including body-shape sensing, adaptive comfort, health monitoring, and touch interaction to improve cabin comfort and intelligence. Based on Covestro press rele...

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ompany’s overall business. By application, growth areas include e-mobility such as electric vehicles (EVs), SDVs, AI data centers, power infrastructure, and IoT, which together account for approximately 40%, with SDVs representing the second-largest area after e-mobility. Existing domains such as body, chassis, steering, and braking are comparatively mature areas with moderate growth. Generally, the company does not handle the four semiconducto...

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in 6.3 seconds and has a top speed of 215 kmph. The company stated that the UNI-V Sport has been adapted for Russian conditions with multiple heating functions, including heated seats, steering wheel, windshield, rear window, washer nozzles, and mirrors. The vehicle also features a fully galvanized body and a full-size spare tire. Based on Changan Russia press release...

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Volvo Cars to begin test production at Slovakia plant after summer 2026 On May 23, Volvo Cars announced that it will begin test production at its Kosice manufacturing plant after the summer of 2026, followed by serial production in 2027. The company stated that construction of the facility is progressing as planned, with the body shop’s 600 robots having already produced more than 100 complete vehicle bodies. The mega casting and press shop op...

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Schaeffler to present chassis and body domain innovations at its 13th Automotive Symposium Schaeffler AG announced that its chassis and body domain portfolio will be presented at its 13th Automotive Symposium in Buhl (Germany) in June 2026. The Chassis & Body technology cluster is one of four thematic clusters at the event. In the chassis domain, the company will showcase rear-wheel steering and steer-by-wire systems with force-feedback actuators...

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