t really wants to go with full Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), even as China and Europe push hard in that direction. The event, newly positioned as a broad “festival of mobility”, brought together everything from tiny Kei Cars and family Vans to personal air taxi mockups and energy management systems. It worked as much as an unwritten progress report as it did a show, revealing how Japan intends to defend its automotive base while the globa...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

ai Sonatas vehicles equipped with 1.6-liter turbocharged engines that were produced by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama manufactured between October 22, 2019 and October 7, 2023. On those vehicles, the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that the purge control system check valve which controls the direction of airflow from the charcoal canister to the engine may deteriorate over time, allowing pressurized ai...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/22

Marelli presents LeanExhaust platform, lightweight exhaust system Marelli has introduced the LeanExhaust platform, a compact and lightweight exhaust system developed to meet carmakers’ demand for weight and volume reduction in internal combustion and hybrid vehicles. Compared to conventional exhaust systems, the solution delivers a 16 kg overall weight reduction while exceeding or matching noise-reduction and emissions-control performance. It a...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

that the company will introduce monthly over the next year, Jeep introduced the Wrangler Moab 392 trim level for 2026, which features a 6.4-liter V8 engine that develops 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque, 35-inch all-terrain tires, 4.56 axle ratio, 2.72:1 Selec-Trac full-time T-case, and two-mode dual exhaust.  For 2026, Wrangler models have an enhanced door hinge system that makes door removal quicker and easier, available steel bumpers, and a fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

ual or 7-speed DCT), and a 1.5-litre diesel (116 PS, 250 Nm, 6-speed manual or automatic). The N Line is available only with the 1.0-litre turbo gasoline engine, adding paddle shifters and specialized driving modes. The Venue N Line features a distinctive steering wheel, wing-type spoiler, twin-tip exhaust, and 17-inch alloy wheels with red brake calipers. Inside, it gets a 12.3-inch navigation system, Bose audio, and sporty interior touches. Saf...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

NGK to begin volume production of honeycombed materials for DAC by around 2030 By around 2030, NGK Insulators, Ltd. (NGK) will have a system for volume production of honeycombed materials for direct air capture (DAC) devices that absorb and collect carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. The company will repurpose its honeycomb factory for purifying automobile exhaust gases to meet demand, and will also promote product development that allows f...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

Hydrogen Technology World Expo: Purem by Eberspaecher to showcase solutions for fuel cell systems Eberspaecher Group announced that its subsidiary, Purem by Eberspaecher, will present its portfolio of components and systems for optimizing the operation of fuel cells for mobile and stationary applications at the Hydrogen Technology World Expo in Hamburg, Germany, from October 21 to 23, 2025. The company will display the Hydrogen Recirculation Blow...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

IAA Mobility 2025: Horse Powertrain unveils full range of next-gen engines, transmissions, and future power systems On September 8, Horse Powertrain unveiled the full line-up of engines, transmissions, and power systems at IAA Summit 2025. Horse C15: new compact range extender engine packaged like a briefcase (480x490x250mm). The first C15 unit is a 1.5L four-cylinder with an integrated generator, exhaust, and cooling. The output ranges from 70 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

arbox with integrated electric motor, and all-wheel drive via Porsche Traction Management. The performance is quicker than before i.e., 0–100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 8.4 seconds, and a top speed of 322 km/h. Braking is improved with the standard Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system. Active aerodynamics include cooling flaps, a movable front diffuser, adjustable spoiler lip, and rear wing. The ehPDCC chassis system, powered...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

6-cylinder diesel (286 hp/650 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 6.1s), both with mild-hybrid tech. All variants get an 8-speed automatic, xDrive all-wheel drive, adaptive 2-axle air suspension, and M Sport differential. The facelift adds the xOffroad package (modes: sand, rocks, gravel, snow), M Sport brakes and exhaust, adaptive air suspension, comfort seats, and special interior/exterior trims. Tech highlights include a curved widescreen (12.3" instrument + ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

General Motors recalls over 23,000 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles for fire risk General Motors is recalling 23,656 Chevrolet Corvette models from 2023–2026 due to a fuel system issue that can cause gasoline to spill into the filler pocket and leak onto ignition sources during refueling. The defect poses a fire risk if the spilled fuel contacts hot engine or exhaust components. Impacted models include the 2023–2025 Corvette, as well as the 2026 C...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

MAHLE Jet Ignition technology in 2-cylinder range extender engine to enter first mass production with Chinese manufacturer MAHLE Powertrain, the engineering services subsidiary of the MAHLE Group, announced that its customer’s 2-cylinder, 1.0L turbocharged range extender engine has achieved over 42% brake thermal efficiency using MAHLE Jet Ignition technology. The system uses a passive pre-chamber to create hot, partially burned jets that initi...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

mited, in an investor update, announced that during the quarter that ended on June 30, 2025, it had commenced supplies from its newly inaugurated Chennai facility, which caters to a leading premium two-wheeler OEM and a leading commercial vehicle OEM. For the two-wheeler OEM, it is delivering 2,000 exhaust systems and 500 chassis systems per day. For the commercial vehicle OEM, it started supplying the ATS bracket. It is also in discussions with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

ec. The QX80 Track Spec represents a high-performance version of the SUV designed for street and track use, while the QX80 Terrain Spec showcases the potential off-road capabilities of Infiniti’s flagship model. The QX80 Track Spec combines a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine with a new turbocharger system and exhaust to produce more than 650 hp and 750 lb-ft of torque. Upgraded compressors, a higher-capacity intercooler, new fuel injectors, and r...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/19

r offered in the region. The vehicle is equipped with a Coyote 5.0-liter V8 engine with 32 valves and dual injection, producing 507 hp and 567 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and a Torsen rear differential with cooling. A MagneRide adaptive suspension, active-valve exhaust, and Brembo brakes enhance track performance, while Pirelli P-Zero tires ensure exceptional grip. It has five driving modes, with extensive cu...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/16

uch as front fender noise insulation, car glass, Zubr-Energy batteries, BELSHINA tires, wheel disks, toolbox, as well as front and rear bumpers. Plans for 2025 include the possibility of localizing such components as seats, floor carpets and ceilings, bumpers, plastic exterior parts, fuel tank, and exhaust system. Based on press release from BELGEE CJSC...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

f torque. It also offers up to 70 km of electric-only driving for local, emission-free trips. Performance features include M Drive Professional with Boost Control, M Laptimer, Track View, and the M Driver’s Package, which increases the top speed to 305 km/h. The car also comes with an M sport exhaust system. The model is priced at ZAR 2,795,000. Based on BMW South Africa press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

announced that its Regensburg plant is shifting from natural gas to renewable energy by gradually electrifying its paint shops. A pilot project shows how this can be done quickly using thermal oil technology. The key change involves using thermal oil to transfer heat instead of relying on gas. This system allows flexible energy use and can run on electricity or gas, making it easier to switch to renewable power even when the local grid can’t ye...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

son Matthey (JM) announced that it will open its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) testing facility at its current Gothenburg site.  The test area is set to be operational in autumn 2025.  It will test the performance of catalysts within the wider engine aftertreatment and control systems, providing key insights into the development of hydrogen mobility solutions. The site already has existing diesel engine test cells (both heav...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

Brembo develops low-emission braking system in RE-BREATH project Brembo S.p.A. (Brembo) has joined the RE-BREATH (REduction of Brake WeaR Emissions in Transport Sector) project to reduce non-exhaust particulate emissions from braking systems in urban fleets. Under the project, funded by the European Commission’s LIFE Programme, Brembo developed an innovative low-emission braking system for heavy-duty vehicles that meets the upcoming Euro 7 stan...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16