icroelectronics announced new Class-D automotive audio amplifiers for smart cockpit applications. The new HFDA80D and HFDA90D extend ST’s family of high-frequency automotive amplifiers, complementing the HFA80A analog-input IC. All devices operate at a switching frequency of 2 MHz to conserve PCB space and reduce the bill of materials. The ICs deliver four 27W output channels from a 7mm x 7mm exposed-pad-up LQFP48 package.  The devices increas...

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Bajaj Auto, India launches Chetak 3001 electric scooter On June 17, Bajaj Auto Ltd launched its new Chetak 3001 electric scooter for INR 99,990, an upgrade from the Chetak 2903. Built on the Chetak 35 platform, the Chetak 3001 offers a range of up to 127 km and 35 litres of boot space. The new model also features a floorboard-mounted 3.0 kWh battery for stability and a lower center of gravity. The Chetak 3001 comes equipped with a 750W charger th...

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battery and AWD. The Q6 offers 387 hp, 535 Nm of torque, 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 5.9 seconds, and a 427 km range (Inmetro), while the SQ6 delivers up to 517 hp, 795 Nm of torque, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. Both models fast charging from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes. Cargo space ranges up to 1,373 liters in the Q6 and 1,361 liters in the SQ6 with rear seats folded. Regarding safety, the vehicles come equipped with a comp...

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ims to onboard over 1,000 new suppliers in 2025, allowing them to securely exchange data with other companies in the automotive sector. Since May 2025, MHP has been officially certified by the Catena-X Automotive Network e.V. and is also a member of Cofinity-X, the company running the Catena-X data space. MHP provides the Eclipse Dataspace Connector (EDC) “as a Service,” which enables secure and standardized data sharing within the network. T...

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wcased at the UITP Summit in Hamburg from June 16–18, 2025. Series production is scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2025. Lion’s City 10 E is a 10.5-metre ebus which features comes with 4 new battery packs (of 356 kWh), two doors, and modern driver assistance systems. With 27 seats and space for 54 standing passengers, it matches the capacity of some 12-metre buses while being easier to manoeuvre in city traffic.  MAN uses specially...

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doors upon entry   •    A smoother ride with new bushings and suspension design   •    Adaptive driving beams   •    New exterior styling for Model S Plaid, optimized for high-speed stability (with deeper front-end air diffusers and boxier shape in the front end)   •    More space for 3rd row occupants and cargo in the Model X (Tesla posting with video on June 12, 2025)  ...

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ell under both slow (150 kW) and fast charging, extending service life even with frequent rapid charges. The new batteries also improve safety. They include thermal monitoring and alert features that work even when the bus is idle. Battery layout options remain flexible, with more power in the same space. For the solo eCitaro and eCitaro K, 4 to 6 packs can be installed, giving up to 666 kWh capacity. These are placed on the roof and in the engin...

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It features an electric motor of 100 kW. The new eSuperJolly comes with a GVW of 3.5 to 4.25 tons, it features 200 kW motor and 410 Nm of torque.  A large 110 kWh battery offers up to 420 km of range. Ultra-fast charging adds 100 km of range in 15 minutes. It offers up to 17 cubic meters of cargo space and can carry up to 1.4 tons. Both eJolly and eSuperJolly include ADAS Level 2+ and have earned a Gold rating from Euro NCAP for safety. Deliver...

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ead-up display, and a 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro system. Regarding safety, the Zeekr 7X includes seven airbags, a comprehensive ADAS suite, a reinforced structure rated to withstand impacts of up to 75 tons, and a protective battery design. It offers seating for five and up to 1,978 liters of cargo space. The Sport version is priced from MXN 939,000, with Flagship pricing yet to be revealed. (Multiple sources on June 11, 2025)...

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Infineon presents PSOC 4 HVMS product family for sensing and actuator applications On June 12, Infineon Technologies AG expanded its PSOC 4 HV microcontroller (MCU) platform by introducing the PSOC 4 HVMS product family. Designed for space-constrained sensing and actuator applications, the new MCUs integrate high-voltage functionality and advanced analog sensing. It supports a broad range of automotive applications, including HMI features like to...

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charging and discharging. In terms of ADAS, it includes the latest Assisted View, motorway assistant with automatic lane changes, and symbiotic driver support with features such as cooperative braking—a world-first innovation. Then smarter parking which is an AI-based parking assist offers better space detection, planning, and a more intuitive user experience. Based on BMW press release...

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s City 10 E, featuring a new battery from MAN’s plant in Nuremberg at the UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg. The MAN BatteryPack uses the latest lithium-ion NMC technology and is on display from June 16–18, 2025. The 10.5-meter electric bus has two doors, four battery packs with 356 kWh capacity, and space for 27 seated and 54 standing passengers—matching the capacity of many 12-meter buses but with better maneuverability. The new batteries are l...

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option (FWD and AWD). A new 22 kW onboard charger (standard on higher trims) speeds up AC charging, while improved DC fast charging reduces time, especially in cold weather. Charging from 10% to 80% now takes around 30 minutes. Thanks to a smarter layout, the new battery fits 104 cells in the same space as the previous 96-cell unit. A new cooling system evenly cools each cell using refrigerant from the car’s AC system. The battery also include...

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Valmet Automotive completes Zary plant expansion in Poland On June 10, Valmet Automotive finished expanding its Zary plant in Poland, with construction led by industrial developer Panattoni. The expansion began in January 2025 and adds 8,800 square meter, bringing the total facility size to over 26,000 square meter. The new space will support increased production of kinematic systems and active charging flaps for premium customers. Existing opera...

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utoV, which has traditionally operated within Malaysia’s passenger vehicle OEM parts sector, a segment increasingly constrained by limited growth, intensifying competition from Chinese automakers, and the disruptive impact of electric vehicle adoption. By entering the commercial vehicle component space, AutoV aims to capitalize on strong and sustained global demand, particularly in the U.S. aftermarket sector. (From Bursa Malaysia announcement ...

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th integrated notching. The Activated Dry Electrode process uses a dry powder mix pressed into a film and laminated onto collector foil, eliminating the need for drying and solvent recovery. GROB’s new Z-folders, with integrated notching and precise separator handling, improve performance in less space. A high-quality electrode magazine buffer ensures 95% system availability. A process developed by Dürr enables battery cells to be filled in a ...

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n bus that connects the domain controller to the rear lamp gateway and the communication speed reaches 1Mb/s. This enables refreshing of each image on the OLED panel every 10ms, or 100Hz, higher than that of a standard consumer monitor screen. The new configuration reduces mechanical complexity and space requirements while improving energy efficiency. The digital OLED 2.0 taillight improves road safety by displaying static light symbols that help...

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d the following initiatives. -          All companies shall strictly abide by the principle of fair competition and launch business operations in compliance with China’s laws and regulations. -          Dominant companies shall not monopolize the market by squeezing the survival space of or infringing upon the legitimate rights and interests of other business entities. -          Apart from lawful product price reduct...

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owing agendas: dramatic improvement in management speed, strengthening productivity and cost competitiveness, and improvement in corporate value. Panasonic Automotive Systems will consider achieving an initial public offering (IPO) by 2029, while drawing up a growth plan for its automotive interior space business and software-defined vehicles (SDVs). (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on June 4, 2025)...

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ZF presents new TherMaS thermal management systems On June 3, ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) introduced TherMaS, a next-generation thermal management system for electric vehicles. TherMaS uses propane as a refrigerant, delivering significantly better cooling performance and a more efficient, space-saving design. In tests, optimized thermal management and improved use of drivetrain waste heat increased EV range by up to 10% in demanding winter conditi...

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