rings. Up front, the Q3 debuts micro-LED Matrix headlights for better road visibility. Also for the first time in the compact segment at Audi, it is possible to order acoustic glazing for the front side windows, which makes for better interior acoustics, particularly at high speeds. A soft material trim, called Softwrap, runs across the dashboard. The cockpit features a digital display setup with an 11.9-inch instrument panel and 12.8-inch touchs...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles adds eight-seater variant in Multivan lineup On May 26, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it is adding an eight-seater option to its Multivan lineup, joining the existing five-, six-, and seven-seat versions. With three individual seats in both the second and third rows, the new model offers greater flexibility and comfort for larger groups. All rear seats can be individually moved or removed to keep the...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

SEAT launches new Style trim for Leon e-HYBRID On May 14, SEAT introduced a new "Style" trim for the Leon e-HYBRID, offering a balance of efficiency, performance, and affordability. The Leon was SEAT’s first plug-in hybrid and is available in 5-door and Sportstourer versions. The vehicle is built in Barcelona at SEAT’s Martorell plant. It comes with the latest e-HYBRID system which generates output of 150 kW and 350 Nm of torque. It combines ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

Ford launches 2025 Expedition at Kentucky Truck Plant after USD 500 million investment On April 30, Ford announced the official launch and first shipments of its revised 2025 Ford Expedition from the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky, which also assembles the 2025 Lincoln Navigator and F-Series Super Duty trucks. The refreshed three-row SUV that can seat up to eight people has received a restyled front end, with new headlights and tail...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/03

ght. An aerial display with voice recognition (developed with Easpeed Technology and ThunderSoft): An AI assistant is projected via the aerial display to enable intuitive voice-controlled interaction. A health monitoring system (developed with Quantum Digital Health Limited): Integrated cameras and seat sensors measure physiological indicators in real time, providing passengers with insights into their current health condition. A door trim illumi...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

Toyota offers 2025 Mirai FCEV in single trim level in U.S. On March 28, Toyota announced that its Mirai enters the 2025 model year in a sole model level trim, the XLE grade that includes an enhanced list of standard features like a Panoramic View Monitor, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, front-seat foot illumination, Digital Key capability and dual-tone heated outside mirrors. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 will continue to come sta...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/29

Renault launches new Espace in Europe On March 20, Renault announced that it has launched new Espace in Europe. Available with five or seven seats, its dimensions are 4,746 mm in length, 1,830 mm in width, 1,645 in height, and the wheelbase is 2,738 mm. New Espace ships with a full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain mated to an intelligent clutchless automatic multi-mode dogbox. The full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain comprises a 3-cylinder 1.2 lit...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/21

Yanfeng Auto launches Hover Free Seat Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd. (Yanfeng Auto), a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., launched the Hover Free Seat. The seat integrates a modular domestic design concept and engineering innovations as follows. Interaction details: The butterfly wing-styled sporty seat cover adopts a layered design to guarantee a flat surface and improve the touch. A suspended frame platfo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11

as little as 30 minutes. It has an overall cargo volume of up to 3.9 cubic meters and can accommodate two Euro pallets loaded widthways. Thanks to its powerful, rear-mounted 170PS motor, it has a generous payload of 692 kg and can tow up to 1,000 kg. Available exclusively in well-equipped Commerce trim, the new addition is packed with desirable features, including LED headlights, three front seats with heated driver’s seat, front and rear park...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Atom, Russia reveals more details about interior of its upcoming electric car On February 5, Atom announced that it used more than 10 different high-quality artificial materials, including different types of plastic, fabric with a pleasant-to-touch texture, and wear-resistant eco-leather in the interior trim of its upcoming electric car.  The Atom has six airbags. The rear seats are equipped with two Isofix child seat mounts. The total volume of...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

Lear integrates ComfortMax Seat technology with General Motors On February 5, Lear Corp.announced a key engineering integration with General Motors, beginning in Q2 2025. A first of its kind, the ComfortMax Seat integrates thermal comfort technologies into trim covers, providing occupant comfort and well-being, superior thermal management and improved manufacturing efficiency. “We’re pleased to provide premium comfort and industry-defining in...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

Changan to introduce AVATR 11 electric crossover in Russia On January 20, Changan Automobile Group announced that the electric crossover AVATR 11 will be presented in three trim levels - "90 kWh RWD 5 seats", "116 kWh AWD 5 seats" and "116 kWh AWD 4 seats" in Russia.  It has a dimension of 4880×1970×1970 mm and a wheelbase of 2975 mm. In the initial configuration of 90 kWh RWD 5 seats, AVATR 11 will be presented in a version with rear-wheel dr...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/27

Dacia opens sales for Bigster model in Europe On January 9, Dacia announced the launch of the Bigster, a new C-SUV designed to prioritize comfort, practicality, and value, in nine European countries. The SUV debuts innovative electrified powertrains, including the HYBRID 155, paired with an automatic transmission and available from Expression trim level; the ECO-G 140, which combines LPG/gasoline bi-fuel technology with 48V mild hybridization for...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/10

AvtoVAZ, Russia resumes production of seven-seat Largus station wagons and Largus Cross cars On December 13, AvtoVAZ resumed production of seven-seat Largus station wagons and Largus Cross cars at the LADA Izhevsk plant. Along with the relaunch of the seven-seat LADA Largus and LADA Largus Cross, the range of options for this family was expanded. All cars of the LADA Largus family are now available in the Comfort trim level. The Comfort trim leve...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

INEOS Automotive, UK launches new two-seat Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up On December 6, INEOS Automotive launched the new two-seat version of its Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up. The new variant will be built on the same production line as the Grenadier Station Wagon and the five-seat Quartermaster at INEOS Automotive's Hambach plant. The two-seat variant will be initially launched in France, Benelux and Ireland, with more markets set to be ann...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

Yanfeng Auto launches QuickMod seat Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd. (Yanfeng Auto), a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., launched the QuickMod seat. Not only does the modular design guarantee process and styling stability, but also it unlocks integration of comfort features such as ventilation, heating, and massage to meet the individual requirements of users. The product features the JIT (Just-in-time) modu...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

Yanfeng Auto launches newly developed seat Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd. (Yanfeng Auto), a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., launched a newly developed seat, which draws inspiration from luxury home design and integrates innovative surface, suspended layer, and cotton technologies. The surface is made of skin-friendly ultra-soft leather. Coupled with a temperature control coating, surface temperature incr...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

Lucid to open orders for Gravity SUV on November 7 On October 29, the Lucid Group announced customer orders for the Lucid Gravity will open on November 7 as it continues to prepare its factory in Casa Grande, Arizona to begin regular production of the electric SUV.  Orders will initially be taken for the Grand Touring trim, priced from USD 94,900 and offering more than 800 hp and a projected range surpassing 440 miles with a battery pack capacit...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/30

Toyota introduces Advanced Rear Seat Reminder system on 2025 Sienna Toyota announced that the 2025 Sienna minivan will be the first Toyota vehicle to include the Advanced Rear Seat Reminder system, which will be standard on all U.S. Sienna models. The Advanced Rear Seat Reminder system uses a 60 GHz millimeter-wave radar to scan and detect movement in the second and third rows. If the system detects movement after the ignition has been cycled off...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/18

Hyundai Motor India launches Aura sedan with twin CNG cylinders On September 3, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) introduced the AURA sedan Hy-CNG E trim for INR 748.6 thousand.  It is powered by a 1.2L Bi-fuel gasoline with a CNG engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine delivers 50.5 kW of power at 6,000 rpm and 95.2 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. It offers a fuel efficiency of 28.4 km/kg. Its features include front power windo...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/03