ttery-integrated architecture within an automotive system developed with Valeo. The distributed “Power Neurons” are compact, software-controlled modules that convert and manage power at the edge of each battery pack. The system integrates the modular inverter, On-Board Charger (OBC), and DC-DC converter functions, with battery cells within the modular architecture, replacing conventional systems that rely on large, separate components. It ca...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Geely introduces updated Geely Monjaro in Russia On March 12, Geely presented the updated base trim level of its flagship Geely Monjaro crossover in Russia. The base model is available at price of RUB 4,599,990. The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine paired with a high-tech 8-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter that delivers 238 hp of power. It is also equipped with an intelligent all-wheel-drive system with an...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

er that, it is sent to the MAN Truck Modification Center in Wittlich, Germany, where it is upgraded with heavy-duty couplings, stronger cooling systems, and larger diesel and hydraulic tanks. The truck is powered by the MAN D3876 six-cylinder engine, which generates output of 640 hp and 3,000 Nm of torque, available between 900 and 1,380 rpm. The truck includes special features such as a torque converter clutch, a reinforced gearbox, and strong h...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Škoda Auto Volkswagen, India, commence production of Kushaq SUV On February 23, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited announced that it has started the production of the new Škoda Kushaq at its Chakan plant near Pune, ahead of customer deliveries scheduled to begin in March 2026.​ The Kushaq adds features such as a new 8‑speed torque converter automatic transmission, while continuing to offer up to 40 active and passive safety feature...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

al, adopting a new diesel 48V powertrain. The Land Cruiser Commercial is powered by a 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine combined with an eight-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. This setup includes an electric motor-generator, a lithium-ion hybrid battery and a DC-DC converter, allowing energy regeneration during deceleration and enhanced support during acceleration. The system can provide up to 12-kW of additional...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

Saipa, Iran, receives "Type Approval" for Aria model On January 4, Saipa announced that it had received "Type Approval" for the Aria vehicle. It is now authorized to supply and sell the Aria vehicle. Saipa Aria has a 2-liter, four-cylinder in-line engine that can produce 138 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 189 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm. This engine uses a variable valve timing (VVT) system. It is compatible with the Euro 5 emission standard, and in f...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

Sollers starts sales of SP7 minivan in Russia On November 25, Sollers started sales for the full-size, seven-seat Sollers SP7 minivan, with prices starting at RUB 4,690,000. The Sollers SP7 minivan is manufactured at the Yelabuga plant. The minivan is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 237 hp of power. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter. The Sollers SP7 is equipped with a ra...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

plant. The prices of the new models will start at RUB 3,349,000. The Sollers ST9 is an all-wheel-drive pickup truck, with a payload capacity of up to 1 ton. It is equipped with a modern 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 224 hp of power. The gearbox is an eight-speed automatic with a torque converter. The Sollers ST9 comes with a wide range of features. Its basic safety setup includes a 360-degree camera, four airbags, seat belt re...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

th special hybrid transmission and integrated power electronics. The system makes it easy to turn BEVs into AWD REEVs by pairing it with a P4 rear motor with no front compartment changes needed. Horse 4DHT120: 5-in-1 system combining an eMotor, hybrid starter generator, power electronics box, DC/DC converter, and transmission. It works with hybrid-friendly engines of any fuel type, helping OEMs easily hybridize combustion models. The motor delive...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

South Korea’s Valeo Kapec to build EV battery system assembly lines in Yeongcheon, South Korea Several South Korean media sources reported that Valeo Kapec, a torque converter parts manufacturer in South Korea, will build an electric vehicle (EV) battery system assembly (BSA) production line in Yeongcheon, South Korea. BSA is a product that combines electrical equipment and battery management systems (BMS) in a battery pack. From 2025 through 2...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Mahindra India launches XUV 3XO SUV in Australia On July 3, Mahindra Automotive Australia launched the XUV 3XO SUV in two variants—the AX5L and AX7L at an introductory drive-away price of AUD 23,490. The SUV is equipped with a TCMPFi turbo-gasoline engine that delivers 82 kW of power and 200 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed Aisin torque converter automatic transmission. The engine features updated vehicle management software and intell...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Toyota launches Land Cruiser Hybrid 48V in Europe On June 23, Toyota introduced the all-new Land Cruiser Hybrid 48V in Europe. The sales of vehicles will begin shortly, with deliveries starting by the end of 2025. The Hybrid 48V system combines the Land Cruiser’s 2.8-litre engine and 8-speed automatic gearbox with an electric motor, a power converter, and a 48V lithium-ion hybrid battery. The battery features 13 cells with a 4.3 Ah capacity and...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

. The SELECT platform consists of several component modules. It includes em:SELECT for all types of e-machine technologies. This includes both the tried-and-tested PSM (permanently excited synchronous machines) and ASM (asynchronous machines). It has in:SELECT for inverter technology, co:SELECT for converters, which are a key component for bidirectional charging, rd:SELECT for reduction gears in parallel-axis and coaxial design, and sw:SELECT for...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

alhalla supercar. The result is a 0-62mph time of just 3.3 seconds and reduction in acceleration time from 0-124mph (200km/h) of 0.3 seconds. Top speed stays at 193 mph. Power is distributed between front and rear wheels with a new 9-speed ‘wet clutch’ transmission that replaces the traditional torque converter, improving launch performance and control. Steering is 4% quicker, which improves agility and reduces the turning circle to 12 metres...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Ergon Labs partners with Omega Seiki, India for EV powertrain technology for three-wheelers On April 25, 2025, Ergon Labs, a provider of light electric vehicle powertrain technologies, announced a partnership with Omega Seiki Pvt. Ltd. (OSPL). Under this collaboration, OSPL will become the first OEM to integrate Ergon’s integrated power converter (IPC) into its electric three-wheelers, starting with the L5 passenger segment. As part of the deal...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/25

nt overhang, the new Palisade is 2.5 inches longer and the wheelbase is 2.7 inches longer than the previous generation, allowing for easier passenger ingress and egress. The 2026 Palisade offers two new powertrain options: A newly developed 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 287 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque is coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a two-chamber torque converter, available in both two-wheel and HTRAC four-wheel-drive con...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Mazda vehicles, marked the return to the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2025, carrying the theme “Enrich Life in Motion.”  Its highlight at the show was the all-new Mazda CX-80 SUV with e-SKYACTIV PHEV technology. It is equipped with a 2.5L engine that delivers 191 PS and 261 Nm of torque, working with an electric motor (175 PS and 270 Nm of torque) and a 17.8 kWh lithium-ion battery that acts as the main power source for the ele...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/19

Stellantis launches Fiat Toro with MultiJet 2.2-liter Turbodiesel engine in Brazil On February 17, Stellantis Brazil announced that the Fiat Toro is now also equipped with the MultiJet 2.2-liter Turbodiesel engine in the Ranch and Volcano versions. This new powertrain delivers 200 hp and 450 Nm of torque, an 18% increase in power and a 29% boost in torque, allowing the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds to the Volcano and in ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/18

I evo2 turbo gasoline engine with 177 hp and two electric motors i.e., one on the front axle of 115 hp and one on the rear of 136 hp, powered by a 19.7 kWh lithium-ion battery and integrated with a specially designed direct shift gearbox (DSG). It achieves a total system output of 245 hp and 350 Nm torque. The Multivan can achieve an electric range of up to 95 km, while the California reaches up to 91 km. The new 19.7 kWh lithium-ion high-voltage...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

ort, Comfort Plus, and Premium with two types of engines. The car is adapted to Russian climate conditions, so all trim levels include the necessary set of "warm" options.  SOUEAST S09 in the Premium trim level is an all-wheel drive crossover with a 2-liter TGDi engine with 197 hp power and 375 Nm torque, coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter. It has more than 10 ADAS assistant systems.  The Comfort Plus version...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/04