ies engines in Beijing. The F series is the world’s first Cummins light-duty engine series, with 2 million units supplied to global customers. The newly launched platform has the following features. It adopts a 2,000-bar ultra-high-pressure common rail fuel system, which, in conjunction with four-valve vertical central injection and combustion optimization technologies, significantly enhances combustion efficiency and fuel atomization uniformit...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

itional pneumatic massage solutions. Drawing from both western fascia therapy and traditional Chinese medical philosophy, it offers targeted relief for back and lumbar discomfort. Adient's system features a flexible protruding structure for everyday comfort and deep massage, a rapid pressure relief valve for safety during collisions, and a multi-layer wear-resistant assembly to ensure long-term durability. Featuring smart controls with multiple m...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

NPR-RIKEN to close Michigan plant in September 2026 NPR-RIKEN Corporation (NPR-RIKEN) announced a plan to close the Michigan Manufacturing Plant of its US group company, NPR of America, Inc.(NPR of America), in September 2026. The manufacturing plant produces valve seats, but the company determined that closing this plant and transferring its production functions to other sites was necessary as part of its efforts to improve productivity. The pla...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

battery supporting up to 6C charging, with a CLTC electric-mode range of 380km and a charging time as short as 9 minutes from 20% to 80% state-of-charge. The 9X also employs the following three innovations. -          SEA AI Digital Chassis: The chassis features a closed dual-chamber dual-valve air suspension system and a 48V active stabilizer bar, with all-terrain adaptability. -          G-Pilot intelligent driver assistance ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Bajaj Auto, India launches 2025 Pulsar NS400Z motorcycle with performance upgrades On July 8, Bajaj Auto Ltd launched the 2025 Pulsar NS400Z motorcycle, priced at INR 192 thousand. The motorcycle is powered by a revised 373cc engine now producing 43PS, up from 40PS, due to changes in the valve train, cam timings, and intake duct. A forged piston has been introduced to improve thermal stability and durability. The upgraded model also has a higher ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

ansmission. The engine features updated vehicle management software and intelligent turbocharging. It comes with dual 10.25-inch HD displays, a 360-degree surround view system with blind spot monitor, tire position display, electric parking brake with auto hold, and Mahindra’s MTV-CL (multi-tuned valve concentric land) suspension system. Its safety features are standard across both variants and include six airbags, electronic stability program ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

ptions, producing 120 hp and 132 hp respectively. It comes with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT. In the future, it will also offer a 150 hp turbocharged engine paired with a traditional automatic transmission. The new LADA NIVA Travel model features a completely redesigned 1.8-liter 8-valve engine producing 90 hp of maximum power. The vehicle delivers 7 more horsepower and 24 Nm more torque compared to the previous version. It inclu...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Suzuki Motorcycle India introduces OBD-2B Compliant Suzuki GSX-8R On June 9, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) introduced the 2025 Suzuki GSX-8R, now compliant with OBD-2B (On-Board Diagnostics) norms. With this, the Suzuki GSX-8R aligns with the latest emission regulations. It is powered by a 776cc parallel-twin DOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder engine paired with a 270-degree crankshaft. The motorcycle features the Suzuki Intelligent Ride Syste...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

the leading European CV manufacturers in late 2024. HMC started integrating the system into buses for the Japanese market in 2024 and plans to expand use to the Hyundai XCIENT truck. Produced at ZF’s plant in Wroclaw, Poland, the system features a Smart Pneumatic Actuator that merges the solenoid valve and pressure sensors, reducing the number of components, streamlining installation, wiring, and piping. OptiRide ECAS provides air suspension co...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

ow Europe 2025. The company showcased its new patented "full-current-path" and "tab-less" design. These designs eliminate all welding points and cuts internal resistance by 20%, allowing much faster EV charging. The batteries feature a thermal-electrical decoupling system with a single-side exhaust valve at the bottom, ensuring efficient heat dissipation and uniform temperature distribution across the cell. This design reduces the risk of thermal...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

utomated/semi-automated machines and 15 collaborative robots, which improve reliability, efficiency, and flexibility. It’s also built to quickly adapt to future models. A highlight is Comau’s SmartCell tech, which allows fast tool changes like those in machining centers. This allows for precise valve collet pressing across many cylinder head types, with a pass rate over 99%. Vision-equipped robots handle tasks like spark plug and rod cap inst...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India updates about new product development On May 15, ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India, a subsidiary of ZF, in an investor update, announced that it is ramping up new project launches, such as the Exhaust Brake Valve, Automatic Traction Control, and increased penetration of OptiDrive (AMT), and OptiRide Electronically Controlled Air Suspension. The upcoming ESC regulations for buses, effective Sep...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

ensuring durability while serving different operational demands. With LDF-5 engine oil, service intervals are up to 30% longer than for the 9-litre engine, reducing maintenance costs and increasing uptime. The engine includes advanced features such as Scania’s cam phaser technology for variable valve timing, helping manage engine temperature and increase combustion. It also has new software, balance shafts for smoother operation, and a strong...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

the U.S. at the MTMUS plant in Huntsville, Alabama., which also build the Mazda CX-50. The Corolla Cross Hybrid models have Toyota’s 5th Generation Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) system and standard Electronic On-Demand AWD. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and three electric motors. The drive train is an Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

Stellantis Termoli plant faces sharp decline as engine lines shut down On May 2, multiple sources reported that the 8-valve engine line has already shut down, and the 16-valve line will stop by summer 2025 in the Stellantis’ Termoli plant. Even premium engines such as the GME 2.0L and Maserati’s V6 Nettuno are now at risk. Currently, only GSE FireFly engines which are used in models such as the Fiat Panda and Alfa Romeo Tonale—are still bei...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

limited core functions required for major applications, while maintaining high performance and functional safety. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including detection of accelerator and brake pedal positions, brake stroke sensors, steering angle detection, detection of throttle and valve opening positions, shift position detection, and non-contact potentiometers. Sample products are already available, and TDK aims to start volume...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Nisshinbo Holdings, Japan acquires 6.06% stake in Rane (Madras), India after amalgamation Nisshinbo Holdings Inc. of Japan authorized Rane Holdings Limited to submit a report to SEBI for acquiring 1.675 million shares (6.06%) in Rane (Madras) Limited. The stake was acquired as part of the amalgamation of Rane Engine Valve Limited and Rane Brake Lining Limited into Rane (Madras) Limited. The share allotment followed a prescribed exchange ratio o...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

oard. It can manage battery packs containing up to 108 cells, making it particularly suitable for MHEVs, PHEVs, and small BEVs. The company will also debut a new LeanSuspension solution, an evolution of Marelli’s Smart Damping Control (SDC) semi-active shock absorbers. It uses a single electronic valve that delivers performance comparable to a dual-valve smart damping solution in terms of damping force while reducing complexity, weight, and cos...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Rane Group, India completes amalgamation of engine valve and brake lining units with Rane (Madras) On April 7, 2025, Rane Group announced that it had successfully implemented the amalgamation of Rane Engine Valve Limited (REVL) and Rane Brake Lining Limited (RBL) into Rane (Madras) Limited (RML). The merger follows the sanction of the scheme of amalgamation by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Chennai Bench, through its order dated March ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

KMZ, Russia to produce import-substitute components for Kamaz trucks On April 8, Kingisepp Machine-Building Plant (KMZ) announced that it will produce import-substitute throttle valves and a trailer brake control valve for Kamaz engines. The total investment in these projects exceeds RUB 115 million. Prototype throttle valves have been produced and are now being tested. These prototypes are undergoing accelerated bench tests to ensure they work f...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08