ding to inside sources. The model will now simply be known as a “Grand Wagoneer,” with long-wheelbase variants affixing an ‘L’ to that name. The Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer lines, built at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant, were essentially just different trim levels with (originally) varying powertrain options. The new facelifted 2026 model, teased by the company back in August and set to start production in late 2025, will be the first mo...

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buses at the Busworld Europe 2025 Congress (Busworld 2025) in Brussels, Belgium. The company also introduced its CRRC Digital & Intelligent Low-carbon Urban Transportation System Solution. The EU12C all-electric coach uses an 800-V system, delivering 480 kW power and 5,100 Nm torque. Its advanced powertrain offers up to 550 km range on a single charge and supports ultra-fast charging to reduce downtime. The ED12 all-electric double-decker bus c...

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side the Rogue in Smyrna, Tennessee.  Discussions with OEMs include potential collaboration on EV development, said one of the people, adding that a deal could happen even without an EV partnership. Nissan spokesman Brian Brockman said the company is “exploring options” to localize vehicle and powertrain production to meet growing U.S. demand for hybrid technology, and “remains open to dialogue that delivers strategic, complementary market...

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Dacia introduces new engines and design upgrades across Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Jogger and Logan On October 6, Dacia announced major upgrades across the Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Jogger, and Logan models. Dacia introduced the new Hybrid 155 powertrain, first seen on the Bigster, now available on the Jogger, replacing the Hybrid 140. It will also power the Sandero Stepway from late 2026. The Hybrid 155 combines a 1.8L 4-cylinder gasoline engine ...

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils new e-Transporter in New Mobility Congress 2025, Poland On October 2, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveiled the new electric Transporter at the New Mobility Congress 2025, Poland. The model combines the practicality and space of the classic Transporter with an electric powertrain to meet modern business needs. The e-Transporter offers a driving range of up to 356 km, a top speed of 150 km/h, and comes with...

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end tourist passenger buses V12E, V12E Pro, and intercity buses V13E. The new V-Series underwent three years of development. It integrates a new three-dimensional modular design approach and intelligent domain control technology.  The new V-Series covers an 8–14-meter range and adapts to various powertrain types. The buses utilize a platform-based, modular design concept, significantly increasing component commonality and reducing the number o...

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00 experts from academia and industry to discuss the latest developments and trends in sustainable mobility.  The event will witness 80 technical presentations showcasing the latest research findings and developments in areas such as battery technologies, hydrogen applications, electric and hybrid powertrains, range-extender vehicles, synthetic fuels, innovative vehicle dynamics control systems, as well as the development and validation of ADAS ...

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Horse Powertrain to showcase hydrogen and range-extender powertrains at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 2, Horse Powertrain announced that its division Horse Technologies will showcase a range of range extender and combustion powertrains, including Horse M20 Hydrogen, Horse H10 REX, Horse M20 REX and Horse K15 REX, at Busworld Europe 2025. The Horse M20 Hydrogen is based on a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder turbo diesel engine, and delivers 90 kW of po...

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n sluggish, and introducing a more extreme, costly Banshee variant may have seemed logical in a more EV-friendly market.  The 670-hp dual-motor Scat Pack version is now the only electric vehicle that Dodge offers, since production of the base Daytona R/T has been "postponed," along with its 496-hp powertrain The high-performance Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee would have been an all-electric successor to the previous-generation Charger SRT Hel...

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ore-free welds in oxygen-free (OF) copper. “Our developments of laser parameters set-up and repair processes have been industry leading but we now see clear opportunity to make significant further progress through the potential adoption of Electron Beam welding,” said Lee Turner, Director of EU Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering at Ford. (CVE release on October 1, 2025)...

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o 350-kW, being able to charge from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes, over 25% faster than before. Efficiency also increases by up to 6% (WLTP), supported by new CATL lithium-ion batteries with capacities of 92-kWh for the rear motor version and 106-kWh for Dual motor and Performance variants. The upgraded powertrain features a new in-house permanent magnet synchronous rear motor paired with an asynchronous front motor, delivering up to 500 kW in the Per...

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ZF to cut 7,600 jobs in Electrified Powertrain Technology division by 2030 ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) has reached an agreement with its general works council and the IG Metall union on comprehensive measures to restructure its Electrified Powertrain Technology division (Division E), aiming to strengthen long-term competitiveness. The initiatives are expected to generate over EUR 500 million in cost savings by 2027. The measures include 7,600 job ...

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Nissan confirms Xterra hybrid SUV at Canton plant as EV plans are frozen On September 30, Christian Meunier, chairman of Nissan Americas, said the company will revive the Xterra nameplate in 2028 as a V6 engine-powered hybrid to fill unused capacity at its plant in Canton, Mississippi. Meunier said the revamped Xterra will share a platform, hybrid powertrain and parts with the midsized Frontier pickup built in Canton, as well as the Pathfinder SU...

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Volvo Cars launches all-new XC70 mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV in China On September 26, Volvo Cars launched the all-new XC70, a mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV, in China. The XC70 is available in 4 models, two variants each for the two-wheel drive (2WD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) powertrain options, with prices ranging from CNY 269,900 to CNY 349,900.  In terms of exterior design, the XC70 retains Volvo's signature design language. It measures 4,815m...

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Inovance Automotive listed on SZSE Suzhou Inovance Automotive Co., Ltd. (Inovance Automotive), a subsidiary of Shenzhen Inovance Technology Co., Ltd. (Inovance Technology), was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE). Inovance Automotive, a provider of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) powertrains, mainly produces core powertrain components such as e-drive systems and power supply systems. Inovance Automotive plans to invest the proceeds from its li...

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m. The Li i6 has a single-motor RWD layout or an optional dual-motor 4WD layout. The RWD variant is powered by a 250kW/425Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering a top speed of 180km/h and a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 6.5s. An 87.3kWh 5C lithium-iron phosphate battery completes the powertrain, providing a CLTC range of 720km, a CLTC power consumption of 13.6kWh/100km, and a 500km range on a 10-minute charge. The 4WD variant is po...

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ith a wheelbase of 2,610mm. The Bingo S is built on the M platform under the Tianyu architecture and has a front-motor FWD layout. Powered by a 75kW/180Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, the model delivers a top speed of 150km/h. A 31.9kWh or 41.9kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery completes the powertrain, providing a CLTC range of 325km or 430km and a charging time of 35 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-charge. Some variants support 3.3kW V2...

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tion 1.5T high-efficiency engine and a single 150kW/310Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, the model delivers a top speed of 180km/h and a WLTC combined fuel consumption of 1.41L/100km. A Gotion High-tech 27.2kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery supporting 6.6kW V2L (Vehicle to Load) completes the powertrain, with a CLTC EV-mode range of 201km, a CLTC combined range of over 1,300km, and a charging time of 30 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-char...

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All-new Suzuki Fronx SUV launched in Thailand with Mild Hybrid and gasoline options On September 25, 2025, the all-new Suzuki Fronx SUV was officially launched in Thailand, with prices starting from THB 689,000. The Suzuki Fronx offers two powertrain options. The GLX and GLX Plus variants feature a Mild Hybrid system that provides a small boost to driving performance. The engine delivers a maximum output of 101 hp at 6,000 rpm and 135 Nm of torqu...

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nd 18 EV buses. The system delivers up to 490 km range, 400 kW charging power, and achieves top results in the E-SORT test for energy consumption. The PROCITY+ 18 EV will make its world premiere at BMC’s booth at the event. The KTI is a key part of KIEPE’s modular eBus HPC (High Power Charging) powertrain platform for electric buses up to 36 meters. Based on Kiepe press release...

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