Zanini supplies heated and illuminated radomes for new Mercedes-Benz CLA 2025-2026 Zanini Auto Grup, S.A. (Zanini) has supplied its heated and illuminated radomes for the new Mercedes-Benz CLA 2025-2026, which was unveiled in Rome on March 13, 2025. The vehicle was already presented with the European ECE certification. This project also received support from “Acció”, a program of the Catalan Government’s public agency for Trade and Investm...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

light source for automotive rear lighting, which is ready for series production. This easy-to-use plug-and-play solution with a compact design can be used for stop, tail and rear fog lights, turn signals, single function lights and center high mount stop lights (CHMSLs). This new red LED meets the ECE R128 standard and features a luminous efficacy of 180 lumens. To showcase its products and this new LR6’s capabilities, ams OSRAM has developed ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

nning light, position light, and direction indicator light in a modern rectangular design. Its slim design allows for easy integration into different vehicle architectures. Made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, this lamp operates in a temperature range of -40°C to +60°C. It is available in both ECE and SAE versions, which comply with European and US market standards, respectively. It also offers 2 connector variants: the FEP and DEUTSCH DT co...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

as an 800V silicon carbide (SiC) controller. Already launched on the European market, the JJE 800V SiC controller employs multiple innovative technologies to deliver a 99.5% efficiency, while integrating features such as onboard backup power supply and active discharge. It has passed the EU’s EMC ECE R10 certification and ISO26262 ASIL D software functional safety certification. Representing this controller series are variants dedicated for ele...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/29

the Bus Data Center installed in all Daimler Buses buses. The setup eliminates the need for extra hardware, requiring only a monthly Omniplus On data package and data approval from the transport company. The Bus Data Center offers over 450 real-time data points, including diagnostic data, and can receive commands via mobile communications, enhancing fleet management capabilities. ChargePoint users also benefit from high data transfer security, w...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/27

the heavy-duty rigid range will be available to customers needing 2826R (6x2), 3526R (8x2), 3832R (8x2), 4232R (10x2) and 4832R (10x2) configurations. DICV has advanced fuel economy with the EFFI+ package and multi-drive mode functionality. Further, the rigids are fully compliant with stringent EU ECE R29-02 cabin safety norms. Based on the BharatBenz press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/23

il light. This light function only requires 3.5 watts of power despite its intense light intensity. It also includes other light functions such as brake light, direction indicator, reversing light, and rear fog light. Depending on the vehicle model, the light functions also comply with the European ECE standard or the American DOT/SAE (FMVSS) standard. (From a press release dated June 19, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

set to enter the Egyptian EV market by signing a distributor agreement with Ezz Elarab Star, offering all-electric vehicle sales and after-sales services. Smart will open locations in East and West Greater Cairo, with the #1 and #3 models launching in Q3 2024. Benefiting from a 0% tariff policy and ECE-based certification, smart aims to establish itself as an early EV leader in Egypt. Ezz Elarab Star's local expertise and extensive sales network ...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/23

ams OSRAM launches third generation of XLS signal lamp for vehicle applications ams-OSRAM AG (ams OSRAM) unveiled the third generation of the XLS (eXchangable LED Signal lamp) product family that covers all the important signal applications in vehicles. This generation offers greater cost efficiency and improved light output performance at a lower cost compared to its predecessor. XLS is an ECE-compliant platform with more than five different lig...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/06

el hubs guarantee a maximum traction capacity of up to 120 tons. Its total braking capacity is up to 802 HP composed of a Top Brake engine brake and Voith oil retarder, in addition to having safety systems such as ABS, ASR, EBS, HSA and a cabin designed as a surveillance cell that complies with the ECE-R29 standard. The Mercedes-Benz Arocs 4848 K is presented as a solution to meet the demanding demands of mining and construction, redefining the d...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/20

RDW, Netherlands awards Horiba Mira, UK with technical service designation for GSR2 subjects On November 23, Horiba Mira secured Technical Service Designation from the Netherlands Type Approval Authority, RDW, for a range of critical General Safety Regulation (GSR2) requirements, including UN ECE Regulation 138 AVAS, 140 ESC, 141 TPMS, 151 BSIS, 152 AEBS light vehicles, 158 Reverse Detection and 159 MOIS. HORIBA MIRA plans to expand its technical...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/27

AUTO’s R&D Center engineering team researched and designed the high-end sleeper bus model to Volvo's specifications and customer requirements, with over 60% localized content. Manufactured at THACO BUS plant, the vehicle is built on a Volvo chassis with an upper body structure that meets European ECE R66 safety standards. Since 2017, THACO AUTO, Autodelta Company (Philippines), and Volvo Buses have partnered to conduct market research in the Ph...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/25

tured at a world-leading intelligent plant using a polyurea spraying process, with a 50% enhancement in rust and corrosion resistance performance. The ICE variant is equipped with a super power chain with a Foton Cummins engine, delivering a 99.7% transmission efficiency. It also meets the European ECE-R29 crash regulation. In addition to freight transportation, the Wonder next-generation micro-truck meets requirements for daily mobility, persona...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/16

ject Horizon is manufactured in a one-shot process, with some final assembly and machining steps completed in Bonn. These will later be transferred to the Pinghu line as well. The system has already passed internationally recognized standards for shock, crush, and external fire as determined by the ECE R100 and the GB30831. By installing Horizon in test vehicles, the company can also demonstrate the long-term durability of its products. (From a p...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/12

JBM Auto Limited, India updates about various technologies it worked in FY 2022-23 In its annual report, JBM Auto announced that during the year, it developed new products such as left-hand drive vehicles – coach and city that are export-worthy and compliant with European Regulation (ECE). Further, it made efforts towards advanced technologies such as electronic braking system (EBS), electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS), electronic s...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/01

km without recharging.The eCitaro fuel cell underwent rigorous endurance and functional tests before entering series production in June 2023. The focus has been on the new fuel cell and hydrogen system. The hydrogen tanks were tested for fire, impact, and temperature resistance according to the UN ECE-R 134 standard. Components and the roof fastening system were subjected to vibration and sled tests simulating impacts. The new thermal management...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/06

ering charging infrastructure, management, and fleet services upon request.Mercdes-Benz conducted multiple endurance and functional tests related to new fuel cells and hydrogen systems in extremely hot and cold environments. It includes testing of the hydrogen tanks in accordance with the latest UN ECE R 134 standard, vibration and sled tests to simulate an impact, and a new thermal management system. The series production will be launched in Jun...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/22

Skoda Auto modernized Kvasiny plant in 2022 In its annual report for 2022, Skoda Auto announced that the Kvasiny plant currently has the Škoda Superb, Superb iV, Karoq, Kodiaq, and Seat Ateca models in its product portfolio.Both assembly lines underwent reconstruction at the Kvasiny plant during a plant-wide holiday in the summer of 2022, primarily to prepare for UN ECE (regulation on cybersecurity and software updates).As part of this operatio...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/27

Iran Khodro upcoming vehicle Rayra receive ECE R127 pedestrian collision safety standard On February 7, Iran Khodro announced that its Rayra, which will enter the market next year, has received the ECE R127 pedestrian collision safety standard in prestigious European test centers. It is developed with design compliance with international standards. Iran Khodro also plans to export it. Based on Iran Khodro press release...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/08

Kautex’s Pentatonic skid plate for BEV wins first order from automotive OEM Kautex Textron GmbH & Co., KG (Kautex) announced that its Pentatonic skid plate for battery electric vehicles (BEV) has received the first order from an automotive OEM. The underbody battery protection skid plate is part of the company’s new Pentatonic battery system product line. Pentatonic is a lightweight, customizable solution made from thermoplastic or composite ...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/07