ers. Armada is also offering its first-ever PRO-4X grade, featuring all-terrain tires, an off-road-specific front bumper with an increased approach angle, underbody skid plates, an electronic locking differential and Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension. All non-NISMO Armada grades, including the SV, SL, Platinum, PRO-4X, and Platinum Reserve grades, offer the twin-turbo, 3.5-liter V6 engine rated for 425 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, coupled to a 9-...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

SL MEX invest USD 45 million for new facility construction in Mexico On June 20, it was reported that SL MEX, a subsidiary of Korean automotive headlight maker SL Corporation, will invest USD 45 million in the first phase of a new automotive lighting plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. The facility will be in the Logistik II industrial park in Villa de Reyes, spanning 8.9 hectares with over 14,000 square meters of built space. The site will produc...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/21

Mercedes Benz unveils Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series On May 13, Mercedes Benz announced that Maybach has added a fourth model to its lineup — the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, a luxurious open-top two-seater car. The car measures 4,697 mm x 1,915 mm x 1,358 mm (LxWxH), with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. The luggage compartment holds between 213 and 240 liters.The bonnet showcases the Maybach pattern using advanced PixelPaint technology a...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Mercedes-Benz uses ABB’s PixelPaint technology in Sindelfingen plant in Germany On May 13, ABB announced that Mercedes-Benz has deployed its PixelPaint technology in the Sindelfingen plant in Germany. Mercedes-Benz will first use PixelPaint on the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series. PixelPaint consists of a paint head with more than 1,000 tiny, individually controlled nozzles, mounted on an ABB robot such as the IRB 5500 paint series.  Co...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Santana Motors partners with ZZ Nissan and Anhui Coronet to produce all-terrain off-road vehicles in Spain On April 30, Santana Motors SL announced a strategic alliance with Zhengzhou Nissan Automobile Co., Ltd. (ZZ Nissan) and Anhui Coronet Tech Co. to produce off-road all-terrain vehicles at the Santana Factory in Linares, Spain. The partnership aims to develop innovative off-road vehicles that meets the needs of markets in Europe, Africa, and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Mercedes-Benz, India launches Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 monogram series On March 17, Mercedes-Benz launched the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, an open-top two-seater luxury car, starting at INR 42 million (ex-showroom). The vehicle is powered by a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine paired with a 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel-drive system, delivering 585 hp at 5,500-6,500 rpm and 800 Nm of torque at 2,500-5,000 rpm. It has a top speed of 260 k...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

a Rubber Co., Ltd. (Yokohama Rubber) has supplied its GEOLANDAR X-CV and GEOLANDAR A/T G015 tires as original equipment (OE) for all-new Nissan Armada, large SUVs, which were launched in North America in 2024. Both tire patterns are available in 275/60R20 115H size. The GEOLANDAR X-CV fitted on the SL and Platinum variants is a highway terrain tire, designed for high-speed performance. It provides enhanced driving stability and reduced weight, wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/10

unveil the Concept CLA Class, designed on the upcoming Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform. The Bharat Mobility 2025 lineup will also feature the India debut of the Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 Night Series and the long-wheelbase E 450 4MATIC AMG Line sedan. The showcase includes the AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ roadster and the Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance. (Based on the Mercedes-Benz India press release)...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/26

RO-4X, Platinum and Platinum Reserve upgrade to dual 14.3-inch displays. Standard on SV and PRO-4X grades is ProPILOT Assist, which combines Intelligent Cruise Control with steering assistance to help the driver stay centered in their lane and maintain a set speed and distance to the vehicle ahead. SL, Platinum and Platinum Reserve grades come equipped with ProPILOT Assist 1.1, with ProPILOT Assist 2.1 optionally available as Nissan's most advanc...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/19

wn for pioneering high-performance SUVs over 25 years ago with the ML 55 AMG, AMG's current lineup includes six SUV models, such as GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, and EQE SUV with the G 63 as its flagship. This upcoming full-size electric SUV marks the sixth model AMG has fully developed, joining the GT, SL, and SLS models among others. Based on Mercedes-Benz press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/07

ted for 241 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 20 lb-ft compared to the outgoing Murano. The engine is paired with 9-speed automatic transmission that features paddle shifters, and idle stop start is standard. Murano SV is offered with front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, while SL and Platinum grades feature standard AWD.  Both the FWD and AWD powertrains offer 23 mpg in city and combined driving, and 24 mpg in highway drivi...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/17

HVS, UK secures first left-hand drive contract for hydrogen-electric HGVs from Kopala International, Spain On October 3, Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK's leading hydrogen fuel cell truck manufacturer, announced a Memorandum of Agreement with Barcelona-based Kopala International SL. Under the partnership, HVS will supply left-hand drive hydrogen-electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), as part of their Transition to Zero Programme. It also e...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/04

its U.S. dealers  All 2025 Frontier grades feature a new front fascia, grille and bumper design, and add a telescopic steering wheel to better accommodate drivers of varying heights.  The long-wheelbase, 6-foot-bed configuration is now offered on more truck configurations, expanding to PRO-4X and SL grades. Towing ratings increase by about 500 pounds across the lineup to 7,160 pounds. Other changes this year include a larger, 12.3-inch touchscr...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/06

. The all-new 2025 Armada range adds new off-road capability with its first PRO-4X grade, featuring all-terrain tires, an increased approach angle, underbody skid plates, an electronic locking differential and Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension. The 2025 Nissan Armada is offered in five grades: SV, SL, PRO-4X, Platinum and Platinum Reserve, with all offering a choice between rear-wheel drive and Intelligent 4WD, except the PRO-4X, which has stand...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

tier continues with its direct-injected 3.8-liter V6 engine and 9-speed automatic transmission, rated for 310 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque. Responding to the diverse needs of truck customers, the 2025 Frontier expands availability of the Crew Cab long-wheelbase configuration from SV to SV, PRO-4X and SL grades, with its 6-foot bed able to carry larger loads. Frontier boasts an increased maximum trailering capacity this year of up to 7,150 pounds. T...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06

rades feature a standard 1.5-liter Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine, rated for 201 hp and 225 lb-ft of torque, paired with an Xtronic CVT. The 2025 Rogue is the latest vehicle in the Nissan U.S. lineup with available ProPILOT Assist 2.1, which utilizes Google built-in. Optional on Rogue SL and Platinum, the system allows attentive drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel in single-lane freeway operation, while ProPILOT Assis...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/10

D LiDAR named ML (Mobility LiDAR) as one of its primary products. Unlike mechanical LiDARs, solid-state LiDARs have no spinning parts. So they are stronger against external impacts, are smaller in size, and do not require vehicle external design changes. The company is developing LiDAR jointly with SL Corporation and other primary manufacturers in South Korea and other countries. SOS Lab strategically intends to secure stable customers soon and a...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/08

SL Lumax plans new facility in India to cater Hyundai Talegaon plant In an investor update, Lumax Industries Limited revealed that SL Lumax is setting up a new facility in line with Hyundai’s further acquisition of the Talegaon facility.  Lumax Industries stated that SL Lumax continues to be completely dependent on Hyundai and Kia. Hyundai and Kia have very aggressive plans in the Indian market and SL Lumax will continue to grow. Based on Luma...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

h 2024 in 81 cities across China. The study measures NEV owners’ emotional attachment to and level of excitement with their new vehicles across 45 attributes in 11 vehicle experience categories on a 1,000-point scale. The 2024 overall NEV-APEAL satisfaction score is 789, up 13 points from 2023, a slower growth rate than that (37 points) in 2023. Among OEM types, international brands (800) score highest for the second consecutive year. Domestic ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/05

Auto China 2024: Changan Auto releases 8 new models including NEVO E07 On April 25, at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Changan Auto unveiled eight new release models such as the CHANGAN NEVO E07, AVATR11 2024, DEEPAL G318, DEEPAL SL03/S7 Commemorative Edition 2nd Anniversary, second-generation UNI-V Smart Electric iDD, CHANGAN KAICENE Digital Intelligent Large VAN, and the MAZDA EZ-6. The automaker introduced the CHANGAN NEVO E07, it's first newl...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/08