habits, improving overall fuel saving rate by 15%, EV-mode range by 15%, and engine start-stop smoothness by over 30%. Launched concurrently was the Hyptec HL REEV, the first GAC model to employ ADiMOTION, with prices ranging from CNY 269,800 to CNY 299,800. The model is equipped with: a CATL 60kWh Freevoy Super Hybrid battery, which is the only one in its class to feature 800V/5C super charging technology, providing an EV-mode range of 350km, a ...

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Motion Technology Company”. The company will display nearly 140 products across about 225 sqm of exhibition space. Highlights include solutions for electrification, chassis, and software, such as the electric axle drive Electric Motor Reducer (EMR4), the rear-wheel steering system, and the Hands-Free Access Sensor. Schaeffler will also debut its E/E platform along with its associated scalable, service-oriented software ecosystem. (From a press...

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HOLON’s first autonomous urban shuttle arrives in Hamburg, Germany HOLON, a subsidiary of Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that the first autonomous HOLON urban shuttle has arrived in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg, Germany. The 5-meter, barrier-free minibus seats up to 15 passengers and reach speeds of 60 km/h. Test operations will begin in late summer 2025 on routes from Stadtpark to the Elbe and from Schlump to Wandsbek. The vehicle will b...

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Ola Electric, India launches 4680 Bharat Cell, rare-earth-free ferrite motor, and new electric two-wheelers at Sankalp 2025 On August 15, Ola Electric showcased its ‘India Inside’ vision at its Sankalp 2025 annual event. The highlight was the integration of the 4680 Bharat Cell (indigenously developed lithium-ion cells into its new models: S1 Pro+, S1 Pro Sport (5.2 kWh/4 kWh), and Roadster X+ (9.1 kWh). S1 Pro Sport launches at INR 150 thous...

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Japanese regulations to incorporate international standards for L2 autonomous hands-off driving to respond to major global markets Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will reflect revisions of international standards (UN-R171) about Level 2 autonomous hands-free driving (advanced driver assistance) that will become effective around September 2025 in Japanese laws and regulations. The government has already establishe...

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Linamar posts strong free cash flow and liquidity in Q2 2025 Linamar generated CAD 177.6 million in free cash flow for Q2 2025, an increase of CAD 110.5 million year-over-year. Its liquidity also strengthened to CAD 1.9 billion, up 46.7%. The company launched a share buyback, repurchasing 1.1 million shares this year (1.8 million since November 2024), while maintaining its quarterly dividend at CAD 0.29 per share. In its industrial division, Lina...

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Stratus Materials begins deliveries of LXMO-2 next-gen cathode active material Stratus Materials Inc. announced that it has begun shipments of its LXMO-2 cobalt-free lithium manganese-rich (LMR) cathode active material (CAM) to its customers and partners. LMR CAM is an attractive material as it provides the potential of battery cells with higher energy densities compared to mid- or high-nickel NMC cells, but with costs and safety profiles similar...

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ce (BaaS), unbundling the battery into a usage-based subscription. With BaaS, the Ather Rizta is priced at INR 76 thousand and the 450 Series at INR 84 thousand. The battery usage is billed at about INR 1 per km on a 48-month plan with a 1,000 km monthly minimum via partner banks/NBFCs. One year of free fast charging is included at Ather’s network (3,300+ chargers). Additionally, Ather extended its assured buyback programme to more customers, o...

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charging service providers. Within the partnership, VinFast customers will be able to access over 1 million public charging points across 24 countries via the VinFast app, ensuring convenient charging experience across Europe. Additionally, under the agreement, VinFast VF 6 and VF 8 owners will get free new charging cards, and their charging history, benefits, and account balances will remain unchanged. Based on VinFast press release...

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Advance in development of heavy-rare-earth-free neodymium magnets Demand for neodymium magnets installed in motors is expected to grow rapidly in response to an increase in the number of electrified vehicles. In light of the situation, manufacturers are developing neodymium magnets without heavy rare earth metals. Proterial, Ltd. (Proterial, Koto Ward, Tokyo) has developed a neodymium sintered magnet that satisfies both high residual magnetic flu...

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GM reportedly plans to resume development of driverless vehicles, now for personal use According to sources familiar with the matter, General Motors Co. is planning to resume development of a self-driving vehicle with an increased focus on personal usage instead of as a robotaxi service. GM initially plans to develop technologies and systems capable of hands-free and eyes-free driving with a human backup in the vehicle, with the eventual aim of c...

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Wuling Motors debuts Bingo S electric sedan On August 6, Wuling Motors debuted the Bingo S battery electric sedan. Developed for young users, the Bingo S incorporates technology, elegance, exquisiteness, and fashion into exterior design. The “S” stands for a free “shift” between different scenarios. The Bingo S is designed with five doors and five seats, measuring 4,265mm long, 1,785mm wide, and 1,600mm high. It is available in 325km- and...

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haft splines, potentially causing stripped splines that result in vehicle rollaway when parked without the parking brake or loss of motive power during 4x2 operation. Ford has not reported any crashes or injuries linked to this issue. Owners will be notified to bring their vehicles to dealers for a free replacement of both rear axle shaft assemblies, which feature improved spline geometry and stronger fasteners. The recall notifications to dealer...

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2025). Going forward, JLR will continue delivering its Reimagine Strategy, with planned investment of GBP 18 billion over 5 years from 2024, funded through operating cash flow. FY26 guidance is unchanged, targeting EBIT margin between 5%-7%, year-on-year improvement in FY27 and FY28, and near-zero free cash flow in FY26. Based on Jaguar Land Rover press release...

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rgy. Iterative slide rail and drive designs greatly increase the opening area of the system, which not only enhances ventilation performance, but also expands interior visible space. AVP is designed with a front dual-motor layout for considerable stability and durability, as well as larger room for free customization. It is compatible with diversified motors and supports Chinese ECU solutions. An optimized frame structure reduces the size of AVP ...

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thin a year. Ford has shifted its focus to lower-cost, smaller EV models, with notable efforts from a small skunkworks team in California. The first of these models is expected to be a smaller pickup truck that has an expected launch date of 2027. (Detroit News article on August 7, 2025) / (Detroit Free Press article on August 8, 2025)...

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fering high performance, reliability, and low resource use. It comes with a Design Assurance Pack tailored for the customer’s processor and compiler. It meets ISO 26262 ASIL D and IEC 61508 SIL 3 safety standards, making it suitable for various industries. Its adoption model lets teams start with FreeRTOS for free and upgrade to SAFERTOS when formal development begins. Based on WHIS press release...

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Driving Demonstration Area. The WeRide Robotaxi is equipped with around 20 sensors, including high-precision, high-dynamic-range cameras and high-spec LiDARs. A proprietary multi-sensor fusion algorithm and the in-house developed HPC high-performance computing platform enables 360-degree blind-spot-free detection at night, with a detection range of up to 200m. An in-house developed intelligent sensor cleaning system automatically recognizes and c...

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trol technology and designed with an integrated 12V lithium battery, PDC 2.0 achieves power redundancy, intelligent allocation, and intelligent management from the chassis to the vehicle to effectively enhance the reliability and stability of the vehicle power system and make the system maintenance-free and visualized. An integrated low-voltage power supply and distribution design enables real-time monitoring of the lithium battery and reduction ...

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 Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (Yuchai Group) went into operation in Cangzhou, Hebei. This is the first hydrogen engine-powered finished vehicle to be put into practical application in China. A proprietary transient supercharging technology and a high-precision air flow management system free the YCK05H from carbon emissions. The YCK05H employs multiple technologies such as high-pressure multi-point injection, high-efficiency low-iner...

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