ar future. The e VITARA features full electric power and the ALLGRIP-e system, which intelligently distributes power between the front and rear wheels for a stable grip on any road. According to specifications from Suzuki Motor Thailand, the e VITARA has 5 doors and seats 5 passengers. Its electric powertrain draws energy from a 61-kWh battery and powers all 4 wheels. The vehicle delivers a combined output of 135 kW and 307 Nm of torque and uses ...

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s of production. Mercedes-Benz used the event also to announce that as part of a USD 7 billion commitment over the next few years in its U.S. operations, USD 4 billion will be invested specifically in the Tuscaloosa plant by 2030. GLS: The full-size SUV offers the top-line GLS 580 4MATIC with a V8 powertrain that delivers 530 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, and the six-cylinder GLS 450 4MATIC that produces 375 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. GLE: The li...

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Valeo, India inaugurates e-Axle manufacturing line for Mahindra's Born Electric platform On March 30, Valeo inaugurated a new electric powertrain manufacturing line at its Pune plant in Lonikand, producing fully integrated 3-in-1 e-Axles combining the motor, inverter, and reducer for Mahindra's Born Electric vehicle platform. The line features automated U-Pin/Hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-A...

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Schaeffler develops software and E/E architecture for comprehensive vehicle control Schaeffler AG announced that it will present its latest innovations and developments for future mobility at its 13th Automotive Symposium in Buhl (Germany) in June 2026. The solutions will be showcased across 4 clusters: Vehicle Control, Chassis & Body, Powertrain, and Energy Management, covering passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers. The Vehicle C...

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BIMS 2026: Ford Ranger Super Duty pickup truck launched in Thailand Announced on March 25, 2026, Ford Thailand’s highlight at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show was the locally assembled Ranger Super Duty. The truck pairs heavy-duty proportions with a purpose-built powertrain designed for demanding tasks. Pricing starts at THB 1,599,000.  It is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 engine producing 210 PS (154 kW) at 3,250 rpm a...

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Skoda unveils new Peaq Electric SUV with over 600 km of range On March 23, Skoda Auto unveiled the new fully electric Peaq SUV in camouflaged version, inspired by the Vision 7S concept. It will be built on the MEB platform and produced in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic. The model is available with three powertrain options: 60, 90, and 90x, which generate outputs from 150 kW to 220 kW. The 90 and 90x versions offer over 600 km of range and can cha...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Global xEV sales down 17.3％ to 1.21 million units in February On March 27, MarkLines announced that global xEV (including BEV, PHEV and HEV) sales in February decreased 17.3% YoY to 1.21 million units. xEVs accounted for 29.6% of total sales in February, down 0.8% point from the previous month. Breaking down by powertrain, BEVs and PHEVs are largely affected by the continued sales decline in China since the beginning of the year. In February, C...

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pgraded “Thailand Action 2.0” strategy. The plan positions Thailand not just as a sales market, but as a future regional export hub, supported by continued model rollouts from 2026 and deeper localization. GAC also launched GAC CARE, its first service brand outside China, offering a lifetime EV powertrain warranty, 24/7 assistance, and a comprehensive ownership program. Its highlight at the show was the AION V 500 km variant, a Thailand-focus...

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eate a virtuous cycle of "productivity improvement" and "creation of new value" throughout its entire supply chain as it positions itself to prevail in global competition. In vehicle development and production, Toyota has indicated a policy of significantly reducing the number of software types and powertrain combinations. It will encourage suppliers to convert the surplus resources created by improved productivity into new value creation and see...

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and community centers    •  Advanced auxiliary power systems: Power storage solutions based on Harbinger's advanced battery technology Harbinger manufactures its electric and hybrid chassis in-house at its Garden Grove, California headquarters, including all major vehicle systems including the powertrain, battery system, steering, brakes, and more. Frazer produces its products in Houston, Texas. Harbinger's PHEV offering combines its proven ...

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hofer powertrain partners with Pankl Turbosystems, Germany to develop integrated electrified turbo systems On March 25, hofer powertrain Vienna and Pankl Turbosystems announced a strategic partnership to develop fully integrated electrified turbo systems for hybrid and high-performance powertrains. The partnership focuses on developing a fully integrated system, where the turbomachine, high-speed electric motor, power electronics, and control str...

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60mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,000mm. The SU7 and SU7 Pro variants are equipped with a rear 235kW/505Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 5.28s or 5.7s and a top speed of 240km/h. A 73kWh or 96.3kWh 3.5C lithium-iron phosphate battery completes the powertrain, providing a CLTC range of 720km or 902km, a charging time of 20 or 21 minutes from 10% to 80% state-of-charge (SoC), and a 450km or 490km ...

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Disconnect Mechanism, Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control and Multi-Terrain and Panoramic View Monitors. It also includes a 12.3-inch digital cockpit and 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system. The VX-L adds premium features. In Western Europe, all versions use Toyota’s Hybrid 48V electrified powertrain. In Eastern Europe, VX and VX-L are available with either a 2.8-liter diesel or 2.4-liter petrol turbo engine. Entry-level TX and TX-L grad...

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a strategic large 5-seater SUV and the first model launched by DFMC Voyah since its listing in Hong Kong. Positioned as a “courtyard-level large 5-seater SUV”, the Taishan X8 measures 5,200mm long, 2,025mm wide, and 1,814mm high. It comes with Huawei’s latest-generation HarmonyOS cockpit. For powertrain options, this SUV offers both PHEV and EV versions, with the PHEV version carrying a 65kWh battery pack and the EV version a class-leading ...

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AM General showcases U.S. defense autonomous delivery vehicle On March 23, AM General announced it will feature its all-new Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) at the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Global Force Symposium & Exposition in Huntsville, Alabama. The innovative platform is equipped with the company’s next generation light tactical vehicle powertrain. In collaboration with Carnegie Robotics and Textron Systems, AM General will showcase...

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Schaeffler adopts multi-track approach from engine vehicles to EVs On March 23, head of powertrains and chassis at Schaeffler AG (Schaeffler, Germany) Matthias Zink answered interviews by the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun and other media. Under its “technology-open” strategy, the company intends to address all aspects for powertrains from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs). Schaeffler also plans to strengthen by-wir...

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GAC Group establishes powertrain business unit On March 18, GAC Group announced the recent strategic consolidation of core powertrain operations into an independent powertrain business unit. Integrating core links including R&D, production, supply, and sales, the GAC powertrain business unit will focus on tackling technology routes such as hybrid systems, engines, and range extenders. It will promote the sustained evolution of core power technolo...

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026, while also presenting new Kaiyi models as part of its expanded portfolio. Maxus, the commercial vehicle brand of SAIC Group, introduced a lineup including the T60 and T60 Max pickups, the electric eTerron 9 pickup, the E-Deliver electric van range (3, 5 and 9), and the D90 SUV with mild-hybrid powertrain. The eTerron 9 stands out as the first electric pickup launched in the Argentine market. Launch prices start at USD 28,900 for the T60 D20 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/21

“By Your Side,” positioning India as a core global manufacturing base for automobiles and motorcycles with a strong Make in India focus. It plans differentiated approaches by household income segments, expanding NEXA and Arena SUVs/MPVs for higher-income customers, adding more mid-SUVs and multi-powertrain options (BEV, strong and mild hybrids, CNG/CBG, flex-fuel) for the growing middle segment, and introducing an entry car for first-time buy...

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Scania launches 13-liter Scania Super powertrain in Mexico On March 4, Scania announced the launch in Mexico of its new long-distance bus chassis. The unit is equipped with the 13-liter Scania Super powertrain. It integrates engine, transmission, rear axle and intelligent control systems into an optimized architecture. According to the company, the configuration delivers 8% fuel savings, 25% longer powertrain service life, reduced emissions and i...

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