LEPAS to marks its European debut in Milan, Italy On April 2, the Chery brand LEPAS announced that it will organize a grand aesthetic gala in Milan to mark its European debut. It will unveil its signature Leopard Aesthetics design system, Elegant Technology, as well as showcase the Intelligent LEX platform powered by global innovation. Based on LEPAS press release...

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Covestro, Germany, Marquardt, and E Ink develop design-integrated surfaces for automotive interiors On April 2, Covestro announced that Marquardt is developing a door interior panel that maintains the visual and haptic properties of polyurethane (PU)-coated textile synthetics commonly used in automotive interiors, while enabling a dynamic color-changing responsive display to be invisibly embedded within the surface, under its Centum project.  Ma...

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or plant, Hungary. The engine, called the V6 Otto EVO LK3, is the most powerful gasoline engine made there. It generates 375 kW of power and 600 Nm of torque, and was first introduced in Audi RS 5. The engine is significantly different from earlier six-cylinder gasoline engines, with more than 60 redesigned components. Key upgrades include higher fuel pressure of 350 bar, electrically adjustable turbocharger geometry, and integrated charge-air co...

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Melexis, Belgium launches MLX80339 IC for BLDC motor deployment On March 31, Melexis announced the new MLX80339, a code-free three-phase fan driver IC designed to deliver efficient and low-noise motor control, enabling quick deployment of BLDC systems without the need for software development. The MLX80339 features a code-free setup and a simple tool that allows motor driver prototyping in under 15 minutes, reducing development time and effort. I...

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Dongfeng Global Design Center opened in Wuhan On March 30, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) opened the Dongfeng Global Design Center in Wuhan. This indicates that a DFMC global design system has taken shape in six cities (Wuhan, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Liuzhou, Tokyo, and Munich) across three countries. With a total floor area of approximately 48,500 square meters, the new center, responsible for brand design overall planning and style definition, ...

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Geely Auto launches Azkarra REV SUV On March 31, Geely Auto launched the Azkarra REV (range-extended vehicle) SUV. The vehicle model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 107,900 to CNY 120,900. The Azkarra REV adopts a streamlined fastback design and measures 4,680mm long, 1,892mm wide, and 1,650mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,778mm. The Azkarra REV features an FWD layout. Equipped with a super range-extending system that c...

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NYIAS 2026: Hyundai debuts Boulder Concept as prelude to future U.S.-built pickup On April 1, Hyundai debuted its Boulder Concept sport utility vehicle at the 2026 New York International Auto Show. This SUV design study previews the brand’s first fully-boxed body-on-frame architecture, a new platform that has been confirmed to underpin a production midsize pickup to be built in the U.S. and be delivered by 2030.  While still in development, Hy...

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-new or significantly enhanced models, including SUVs and passenger cars. These new vehicles include core models, new powertrains and expanded trims. The Genesis display at the New York show includes the G90 Wingback Concept, which points to the brand’s future product direction in flagship luxury design, and the GV60 Magma, the brand’s high-performance electric SUV, as well as the full vehicle lineup. The new models and expanded production i...

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char.gy to install 1,500 charging points in Isle of Wight, UK On March 30, char.gy received a major contract from the Isle of Wight Council to deliver a large-scale expansion of public EV charging infrastructure. As part of the Government-backed Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) program, char.gy will design, install, and maintain a network of over 1,500 public EV chargepoints. The rollout is supported by GBP 1.625 million in LEVI fundi...

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TRATON and Applied Intuition, US launch TRATON ONE OS software platform for next-generation trucks On March 31, TRATON GROUP and Applied Intuition introduced TRATON ONE OS, a new software platform that will power future trucks from TRATON’s brands i.e., Scania, MAN, International, and VW Truck & Bus. The platform is designed to bring several benefits to customers i.e.: The system will help reduce vehicle downtime by using shared data across th...

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change collisions on highways, emergency braking, hard manual braking, or sudden swerving. In these situations, BMW collects important data such as images from the car’s cameras, sensor data, and driving details like speed, direction, and steering angle. BMW protects privacy using a “privacy-by-design” approach. When possible, faces and license plates in images are automatically blurred inside the car before the data is sent to BMW’s serv...

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ergy utilization, helping extend driving range. Weighing about 16 kg, the module manages the thermal needs of multiple vehicle subsystems. It dynamically regulates refrigerant flow and temperature to optimally support real-time demands such as fast charging and extreme weather. It also incorporates design elements related to noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), including vibration isolation components and a sound cover. (From a press release da...

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axus Deliver 9, leveraging the company’s partnership with SAIC Motor to reduce development costs. The model would undergo adaptations for the South American market, similar to the strategy used for the Amarok. The van is expected to retain much of the original structure and interior, with limited design changes focused on branding and interface updates. It would target the commercial vehicle segment, offering high cargo capacity and practical f...

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minutes. Charging from 10% to 80% takes about 21 minutes. The model supports standard AC charging up to 11 kW, with an optional 22 kW charger. With the faster option, the battery can charge from 0% to 100% in about 4 hours and 15 minutes. The standard equipment, as well as the interior and exterior design, is the same as the BMW iX3 50 xDrive version. BMW iX3 40 will go on sale in Germany in summer 2026, starting at EUR 63,400. Based on BMW press...

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VWCV unveils new generation Caddy Van with updated design On March 31, VW Commercial Vehicle revealed a new generation of the Caddy with an updated design. It features a new bumper, new exterior colors, and redesigned alloy wheels. The model will be built at the Poznan plant, Poland. VW Caddy comes in many versions, including van and passenger models with standard or long wheelbases (Maxi). Buyers can choose gasoline, diesel, or eHybrid engines. ...

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26. -          FAW Toyota: Recall number S2026M0037V: 242,170 Crown Kluger models manufactured in China between July 27, 2021 and January 20, 2026, effective from April 1, 2026. The aforementioned vehicles have backrest locking issues with the second-row seats caused by a backrest adjuster design defect that generates excessive reset spring force. In the event of a collision accident, the backrests could fail to provide effective restrai...

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brands, (i) AVATR, (ii) Changan Deepal, and the newer brand, (iii) Changan NEVO, along with promotional offers. A key highlight is the local debut of the Changan NEVO Q05, an intelligent electric SUV that reflects the company’s “Tech CHANGAN, Trusted Choice” direction, emphasizing technology, design, safety, and continued investment in Thailand. Official pricing will be announced at a later date. Changan has invested over THB 10 billion in ...

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r video, Hyundai signaled that “Something big is coming”. Whether this world premiere introduces a next-generation EV or flagship SUV, or pickup truck, the presence of Hyundai Motor CEO Jose Munoz, Hyundai Motor North America CEO Randy Parker, Executive VP and Head of Hyundai and Genesis Global Design Center, SangYup Lee, and Brad Arnold, appointed as Chief Designer and Head of Hyundai Design North America (HDNA) on March 24, suggests it's a ...

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, Shriram Pistons & Rings received MCA approval to expand its main object clause, moving well beyond its traditional piston and engine components business to cover a wide range of new automotive and EV-related product categories. The amended Memorandum of Association (MoA) now allows the company to design, manufacture, and trade traction motors, including permanent magnet synchronous, axial flux, and radial flux types, motor controllers, battery ...

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On-site coverage: Subaru and Infineon announce details of collaboration on in-vehicle MCUs On March 26, Subaru Corporation (Subaru) and Infineon Technologies AG (Infineon) held a press briefing in Tokyo to announce details of their collaboration on the design of a microcontroller unit (MCU) to be installed in an integrated control ECU for next-generation Subaru vehicles. Subaru has decided to adopt Infineon's in-vehicle MCU "AURIX TC4x" as it wor...

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