oject was to show that long-distance EV travel at motorway speeds is possible. Renault improved aerodynamics by reducing drag from 0.40 to 0.30 through changes to the wheels and air intakes. Renault Filante Record 2025 acts as a test vehicle for new technologies. The demo car uses steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems, a carbon-fibre body, aluminium alloys, 3D-printed Scalmalloy, and low-rolling-resistance Michelin tires. The powertrain, chassi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

per to minimize noise interference without compromising the damper’s actual function. The current version achieves noise reductions of more than 3dB, with up to 10dB possible in future iterations. ZF also plans to expand the use of this software function to other chassis actuators, such as active brake squeal reduction and the fully active damping system sMOTION. (From a press release dated December 17, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

while the EVO and HEV versions are 4,565 mm long, and the U-tour reaches 4,850 mm. Across the lineup, equipment highlights include large touchscreen displays, among other features. Regarding safety, the vehicles offer multiple airbag configurations depending on the model, along with ABS, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control, hill-start assist, tire-pressure monitoring and ISOFIX anchors. Higher-spec versions add advanced driver a...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

10-inch central touchscreen with smartphone replication. Regarding safety, the Twingo E-Tech electric is equipped with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, advanced driver monitoring, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go on higher trims, rear parking sensors and an automatic parking brake. The Twingo E-Tech electric starts at EUR 19,490 for the Evolution version and EUR 21,090 for the Techno version, both before government incenti...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

Peterbilt introduces electronic parking brake for Class 8, medium duty trucks On December 10, Peterbilt announced the availability of the Bendix Intellipark Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) System on its Class 8 and medium duty trucks. Designed to enable electronic safety interlocks, the EPB features advanced functions including:    • Rollaway mitigation: Automatic application of the parking brakes on both the vehicle and trailer if the driver...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

KAMAZ inaugurates new disc brake assembly line in Russia On December 12, KAMAZ PJSC held a ceremonial opening of a disc brake assembly line at KAMAZ Brake Systems LLC (KTS), marking the start of disc brake assembly as part of a project to localize disc brake production in Russia. KAMAZ Brake Systems LLC is a subsidiary of KAMAZ PJSC. The company has developed a modern automated assembly line for 17.5”-, 19.5”-, and 22.5”-disc brakes. These ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

14‑inch HD portrait touchscreen infotainment system, a full digital instrument cluster with a 17.78 cm embedded LCD, and the i‑SMART connected suite offering 70+ functions and ADAS. Standard safety and driver‑assistance equipment comprises ABS, EBD, ESP, traction control, hill‑hold control, brake assist, a 360° HD camera, and multiple airbags, etc. Based on the MG Motor press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

uring MINI TwinPower Turbo technology, producing 150 kW (204 hp) and 300 Nm, paired with a 7-speed double-clutch steptronic sport transmission. This combination enables 0–100 km/h acceleration in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 240 km/h.​ Standard efficiency technologies include auto start/stop, brake energy recuperation, active cooling air ducts, and electromechanical power steering. Safety equipment comprises multiple airbags, an anti‑lock...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

’s Tech Centre, Germany, and the Centre of Innovation and Technology in Jaipur, with production planned at the company’s Tirupati manufacturing facility on the VIDA EV line. It features a three‑stage adjustable system to alter the motorcycle’s size, and comes with a single rear hydraulic disc brake, an adjustable frame that changes height and wheelbase across the three stages, an over‑moulded wiring harness, a child‑scaled brake lever...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

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 features such as Active Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Active Brake Assist, and PRE-SAFE® enhance its capability and comfort.  Joining it is the GLE 400 e 4MATIC, the first GLE PHEV in Malaysia, priced from MYR...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

Stellantis and Ikam Auto announce partnership for brake pads in Algeria On December 9, multiple sources reported that Ikam Auto Industrie has signed a partnership agreement with Stellantis Algeria to supply brake pads to the after-sales network. The partnership also includes the possible supply of these parts to the Stellantis plant in Tafraoui.  Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

ggish, and Sanoh Industrial’s Chinese subsidiaries are also seeing declines in earnings. Sanoh Industrial, which has reduced the number of personnel, will reorganize its businesses in earnest including the consolidation and closure of plants. Guangzhou Sanoh manufactures automotive fuel tubes and brake tubes, supplying mainly to joint-venture plants of Japanese automakers, such as Guangqi Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. The subsidiary slipped into t...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

FAWER completes transfer of equity interests in FAWER Vie FAWER Automotive Parts Limited Company (FAWER) completed the transfer of its 40% stake in Changchun FAWER Vie Brake Control System Co., Ltd. (FAWER Vie), recovering an equity transfer fund of CNY 26.222 million. With the related change registration procedures completed, FAWER no longer holds any stake in FAWER Vie. The equity transfer was launched by FAWER through public listing under the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

etects rain and darkness. The OLED taillight demonstrator showcases ultra-thin, dynamically animated taillights that combine design freedom with energy efficiency. Its Ultrasonic Near-Field-Ranging Demonstrator measures objects at just seven centimeters, enabling precise near-field detection.  The brake-by-wire demonstrator uses the E520.47 dual-bridge sensor signal processor to measure brake pressure with high precision, enabling faster and saf...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

COP. Honda states that the new Amaze incorporates more than 28 active and passive safety features and includes segment-first ADAS technology via Honda SENSING and a LaneWatch camera. The car uses Honda’s ACE body structure and is equipped with six airbags, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, ABS with EBD, brake assist, and vehicle stability assist. Based on Honda Cars India's press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Sumitomo Bakelite develops new high wear-resistant phenolic resin for automotive brake pads Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd, (Sumitomo Bakelite) announced that it has developed a new phenolic resin that is highly wear resistant as a binder resin for automotive brake pads. The company will roll out the new phenolic resin, which can reduce the emission of brake dusts, as a product that satisfies new European vehicle emission regulations (Euro VII) which...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Auto Guangzhou 2025: Chery Exeed globally debuts ES7 GT, ES Hero coupes On November 22, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Exeed, a Chery sub-brand, globally debuted the ES7 GT and ES Hero coupes. Positioned as a luxury shooting brake coupe, the ES7 GT adopts a unique exterior design concept with a liftback structure and wide tires. A tri-motor range-extending system enables a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

s feature multi‑step regeneration (with Auto mode from Pack Two), one‑pedal drive, iLink front suspension with 5‑link rear, frequency‑dependent damping, and a 10 m turning circle.  Its safety features include 6 or 7 airbags (including a driver knee airbag on top variants), all‑wheel disc brakes, brake‑by‑wire, L2 and L2+ ADAS packages with up to five radars and one vision camera, driver drowsiness and occupant monitoring system, a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

It achieves CO2 emissions of 87 g/km and up to 74.3 mpg on the WLTP combined cycle. As a full hybrid, the vehicle will run in all-electric mode whenever possible in urban driving. Technical features include automatic air conditioning, seven-inch or 10.5-inch digital displays and electronic parking brake. The new GR Sport model benefits from sports-tuned suspension and GR-Sport dedicated 18-inch alloy wheels, among other features. Regarding safet...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

Qijing offers products with ultimate maneuverability, high technology, and exquisite appearance for fashionable young people. All Qijing vehicle models will come with Huawei’s complete technology system, Level 3 architecture, and digital chassis engines. The first Qijing vehicle model, a shooting brake coupe, will be launched and delivered in June 2026. To be released in the same year is an SUV model. From GAC Group and Qijing press releases an...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26