GM announces arrival of 2026 LYRIQ-V Cadillac in Mexico On September 9, Cadillac announced the arrival of the 2026 LYRIQ-V in Mexico, the brand’s first fully electric SUV to carry the V-Series badge. Built at GM’s Spring Hill Assembly Plant in Tennessee, the vehicle is equipped with dual-motor all-wheel drive producing an estimated 615 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. With the selectable Velocity Max mode, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.3 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

Jamna Auto, India updates about manufacturing presence and product portfolio In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Jamna Auto Industries announced its plans to strengthen its manufacturing footprint and product offerings in FY 2025-26. Its two new facilities i.e. a Leaf Spring plant at Adityapur (Jharkhand) and a U Bolt plant in Indore (Madhya Pradesh), are scheduled to become operational by the Q2 (ending September) of the fiscal year. Additiona...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

are scheduled for October 2025. The upgraded Sherpa Power 1.2L uses the same 1.2L EA-12 engine configuration. This commercial pickup truck offers a payload capacity of 1,000-1,200 kg with a cargo deck measuring approximately 9 x 5 feet. It features front disc and rear drum brakes, MacPherson front suspension, leaf spring rear suspension, and 14-inch wheels, and is currently available for delivery. Both vehicles comply with Euro IV emission stand...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Endurance Technologies, India advances R&D in EV die-casting, braking, transmission, and suspension systems In its annual report for FY2024-25, Endurance Technologies Limited reported a total R&D expenditure of INR 861.96 million.  At the Chakan R&D centre (die-casting), Endurance developed structural aluminium components for EV OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, along with special alloy parts for EVs and components for stationary engines. Process impro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

pany’s iMAXX telematics solution, which provides real-time operational data for fleet management.  The vehicle includes features such as air conditioning, heating, and a height-adjustable driver seat. It offers a D+2 seating configuration, a cargo bed length of 3,050 mm, and is supported by leaf spring suspension on both front and rear axles.  Based on the Mahindra & Mahindra press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Setco, India expands into suspension solutions for MHCVs On June 23, Setco Automotive Limited entered into the suspension segment for Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (MHCVs) with the launch of Load Cushion and Torque Rod Bush. It is designed for tough road conditions, and both products enhance ride comfort, vehicle stability, and shock absorption. Made with high-quality rubber and strong rubber-to-metal bonding, they are built for long-lasti...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

ioning compressor and energy regeneration. The powertrain delivers 175 hp and 445 Nm of torque. Both versions come with 4x4 electronic drive, eight-speed automatic transmission, six driving modes, and the ability to carry up to 1 ton. The Tunland V9 offers premium equipment such as independent rear suspension, panoramic sunroof, and a suite of 13 ADAS features, including adaptive cruise control and a 360° camera. The more rugged V7 uses spring b...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

NHK SPRING announces new plant in India for coil springs and stabilizer bars On May 26, NHK SPRING CO., LTD. announced its plan to construct a new plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) in India to manufacture and sale of coil springs and stabilizer bars. It will be the third production site of NHK SPRING INDIA LTD. The plant will be completed in 2027. NHK will invest JPY 2 billion in the first phase. It will have around 350 employees in...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

ions—48V and 60V. It has a top speed of 25 kmph and has a range of 70 to 89 km per charge. The charging time for the scooter varies between 4 to 8 hours, depending on the battery configuration. Odysse will begin selling HyFy starting May 10. The HyFy uses telescopic forks at the front and a heavy spring-loaded suspension setup at the rear. It supports multiple drive modes, including city drive, parking, and reverse. Additional features include ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

Suzuki updates about operations at two plants in Japan from March 26 On March 24, Suzuki Motor Corporation announced an update on operations at its domestic plant regarding the explosion at Chuo Spring's Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture), which manufactures spring parts. Kosai Plant No.2 (Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture) will partially resume operation starting from March 26. The whole plant will operate on March 27 and 28.   Sagara ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

perations from March 21 due to the shortage of parts supply, will resume operations on March 25. Hino decided that it will be able to secure parts supply by the afternoon on March 24. While Hino has not announced details of the shortage and affected production volume, the company explained that the suspension was not due to an explosion that occurred at Chuo Spring Co., Ltd.’s Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture) on March 6. (From an a...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

(700 Series) heavy duty truck with a payload capacity class of 10 tons for the Japanese and other markets, and the Ranger (500 Series) medium-duty truck with a payload capacity class of 4 tons. While Hino has not disclosed parts details and affected production volume, the company explained that the suspension is not due to an explosion that occurred Chuo Spring Co., Ltd.’s Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture) on March 6. (From an artic...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

Suzuki updates about operations suspension at two plants in Japan up to March 25 On March 21, Suzuki Motor Corporation announced an update on operations at its domestic plant regarding the explosion at Chuo Spring's Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture), which manufactures spring parts. Kosai Plant No.2 (Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture) and Sagara Plant (Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture) will continue its suspension until March 25. Su...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/21

Daihatsu updates about operations at three plants in Japan from March 20 due to accident at Chuo Spring On March 17, Daihatsu announced the resumption and suspension of operations at its domestic plants after March 20 due to the explosion at Chuo Spring's Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture), which manufactures spring parts. The Shiga (Ryuo) Plant’s No.2, the Kyoto (Oyamazaki) Plant and the Head (Ikeda) plant (Copen Factory) will resum...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/18

Daihatsu to suspend operations at three plants in Japan from March 17 due to accident at Chuo Spring On March 13, Daihatsu announced the suspension of operations at its domestic plants after March 17 due to the explosion at Chuo Spring's Fujioka Plant (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture), which manufactures spring parts. The Shiga (Ryuo) Plant's No.2 will be shut down for a total of three days from March 17 to 19. The Kyoto (Oyamazaki) plant will also...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

Some Toyota plants and others suspend production due to accident at Chuo Spring According to multiple media reports, some Toyota plants and others have suspended operations due to the explosion occurred at Chuo Spring's Fujioka plant on March 6. Toyota Takaoka plant (one line): Suspended from March 10  Toyota Industries Nagakusa plant (two lines): Suspended from March 10 Daihatsu Kyoto plant: Suspended from March 10, suspension extended until 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11

butor of VGV vehicles in Russia, will introduce the Bolden S6 pickup truck in Russia. It is scheduled for the first half of 2025. Its dimensions are 5,365 × 1,895 × 1,890 mm. It has a WP2H turbodiesel engine with a power of 177 hp and a torque of 410 Nm. The Bolden S6 is equipped with a rear-leaf spring suspension. In the standard version, the car is equipped with a manual gearbox and a part-time 4WD system, but a modification with an automatic...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/18

ttery, its NISMO-tuned powertrain delivers 429 hp and 600 Nm of torque, allowing the vehicle to accelerate from 0-100 km in 5 seconds. It also features an upgraded e-4ORCE 4WD system with a 60:40 rear bias for improved grip and dynamic response, adjusting power distribution 10,000 times per second. Suspension modifications include revised stabilizers, spring rates, and shock absorbers for enhanced balance and agility. Braking performance is bolst...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/28

Mazda to introduce CX-60 model in spring 2025 in Spain On January 21, Mazda Spain announced the 2025 Mazda CX-60, set to launch in spring. The updated model introduces enhanced driving performance, interior design upgrades, and advanced technologies. It retains its double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension but now features softer rear springs and firmer shock absorbers for improved comfort and a smoother ride. Stability systems have be...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/22

STT Group, Russia starts sales of Vector NEXT bus of 8.8-meter dimensions On December 5, the Modern Transport Technologies Group of Companies (STT Group) started sales of the upgraded Vector NEXT bus of 8.8-meter dimensions. The model is equipped with a new rear suspension and a drive axle with disc brakes. The buses are available in diesel and gas versions. Equipping buses with air suspension instead of the previously installed air spring suspen...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/10