Lancia launches Ypsilon Turbo 100 in Italy On May 27, Stellantis announced the debut of the new Lancia Ypsilon Turbo 100 in Italy,  The vehicle is powered by a 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbo gasoline engine delivering 101 hp at 5,500 rpm and 205 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm. Equipped with a variable-geometry turbocharger, 350-bar high-pressure direct injection and Miller cycle combustion, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds and reac...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/29

Mitsubishi to launch updated Triton lineup in South Africa On May 20, Mitsubishi Motors South Africa announced plans to expand its Triton lineup in the coming months with the launch of an updated range, including a new Triton Bi-Turbo derivative, which will feature increased power output, sportier styling, and the addition of the Mitsubishi Safety Sensing suite. The Mitsubishi Triton Bi-Turbo is powered by an upgraded 2.4-litre 4N16 DI-DC engine...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/20

BMW introduces “M Ignite” engine to increase efficiency in M2, M3, and M4 models from 2026 On May 7, BMW developed a new gasoline engine feature called BMW M Ignite, patented in 2024, which will go into production from mid-2026. It will first be used in 6-cylinder engines for BMW M2, M3, and M4. The technology improves efficiency, especially at high engine loads, helping reduce fuel consumption and meet stricter EU7 emission standard requirem...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

BorgWarner receives multiple turbocharger contracts from European OEM On May 6, Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner announced it has secured multiple turbocharger contract awards with a major European OEM for a range of passenger car and van applications. The awards include both extensions of existing business and a conquest win in combustion vehicle applications.  The products for these awards will be manufactured at BorgWarner’s faciliti...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Auto China 2026: HERE Technologies and Lotus debut first overseas integrated navigation and Highway NOA HERE Technologies (HERE) and Lotus Technology Inc. (Lotus) debuted Lotus’ first overseas integrated navigation and Highway Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) solution at Auto China 2026. This launch marks the first time a Chinese automaker has introduced a unified cockpit navigation and Highway NOA system for international markets. It builds on Lo...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

JAC Motors launches T8 Double Cab in South Africa On April 23, JAC Motors South Africa launched the T8 2.0L CTi Comfort 4x2 double-cab at ZAR 349,900, the lowest-priced double-cab on the market. It is powered by a 2.0-litre common-rail turbo-diesel engine with an intercooler and Electric Variable Geometry Turbocharger (EVGT). The engine delivers 104 kW at 3,600 rpm and 320 Nm of torque and is paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Its 76-li...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Audi Hungaria begins production of new high-performance V6 engine in Gyor plant On April 2, Audi Hungaria announced that it has started producing a new high-performance gasoline engine at its Gyor 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-cyl...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Stellantis introduces Fiat petrol 600 with manual transmission in Europe On March 19, Stellantis Europe announced the expansion of the Fiat 600 lineup with the introduction of the new Fiat 600 petrol equipped with a manual transmission. The model features a new 1.2-liter Turbo 100 hp gasoline engine positioned as the entry point to the range. The engine incorporates a variable-geometry turbocharger, 350-bar high-pressure direct injection and a si...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

Peugeot introduces new “Turbo 100” gasoline engine on Peugeot 208 and 2008 On March 16, Peugeot announced that it is introducing a new “Turbo 100” gasoline engine on the Peugeot 208 and 2008. The Turbo 100 engine will be available on the Peugeot 208 from March 2026, followed by the Peugeot 2008 from May 2026. It is a 3-cylinder unit of 1,199 cubic cc delivering a maximum output of 101 hp (74 kW) at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 205 Nm...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

Irizar introduces three Efficient series buses in Mexico On March 5, Irizar México showcased 6 models of the Efficient lineup up, being this the most complete Efficient range in its history in the country. This lineup proposal is complemented by its integration onto various internationally renowned platforms such as Scania, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo, allowing for solutions tailored to each client's specific technical and operational requirements....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

First SAIC-VW EA211 range extender rolls off production line On March 2, SAIC-VW announced the recent roll-off of its first EA211 range extender. The product will debut in the ID. ERA 9X SUV, which will be available for pre-order at the end of the month. Built on the EA211 1.5T EVO II turbocharged engine, the EA211 range extender features a variable-geometry turbocharger for real-time airflow regulation in accordance with the operating conditions...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

Helm.ai Driver achieves vision-only urban autonomy for Level 2+ to Level 4 On February 25, Redwood City, California-based Helm.ai, provider of advanced AI software for autonomous driving, announced a major capability expansion of its Helm.ai Driver: a production-ready, vision-only software stack designed to scale seamlessly from advanced Level 2+ systems through Level 4 urban autonomy. Built on Helm.ai’s proprietary Factored Embodied AI archite...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

BorgWarner to provide VTG turbocharger for European OEM’s HEV in North America On February 11, BorgWarner announced it has secured an agreement with a major European OEM to supply its variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger to power one of the company’s first HEV offerings in North America. Start of production is expected to begin in 2028. BorgWarner’s VTG turbocharger technology enables precise control of engine operation, optimizing ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Avtovaz, Russia, installs high-precision gauge for LADA Azimut production On February 11, Avtovaz announced that it had installed a high-precision gauge on its model's assembly line in preparation for the launch of LADA Azimut production. It will help to check the geometry of the exterior and interior parts. The gauge is a master body sample, created based on a 3D model with an accuracy of up to 0.2 mm. The master is made of aluminum and weighs o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Hyundai Nexo for European market Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. announced that it would supply its Ventus S1 evo3 ev, a high-performance tire dedicated to electric vehicles (EVs), as original equipment (OE) tires for Hyundai Motor's next-generation fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), the Nexo for the European market. The tire size is 18 inches. The Ventus S1 evo3 ev ensures significantly lower rolling resis...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

Innoviz, Israel unveils InnovizThree first fully long-range LiDAR On January 6, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced the first fully colored long-range LiDAR with an integrated camera in its InnovizThree LiDAR. The compact sensor-fusion module combines LiDAR and RGB sensing in a single unit. InnovizThree is 60% smaller than InnovizTwo and includes RGB capabilities in its compact design. It provides OEMs with an efficient way to integrate multi-se...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

KGM Motors UK launches dual tech hybrid powertrain for Torres and Actyon hybrids On January 2, KGM Motors UK, formerly known as SsangYong, launched its next-generation Dual Tech Hybrid powertrain, debuting in the new Torres Hybrid and Actyon Hybrid. The Dual Tech Hybrid system, developed in collaboration with BYD, combines a 1.5-litre turbo gasoline engine, a hybrid transmission, and dual electric motors. The newly designed engine uses Miller-cyc...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

Tata Motors, India launches all-new Sierra SUV On November 25, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. launched the new Tata Sierra, a mid-size SUV, with a starting price of INR 1.149 million. The 2025 Sierra is based on the A.R.G.O.S. platform (All-Terrain Ready, Omni-Energy ,and Geometry Scalable Architecture), which is designed to be scalable, AWD-capable, and compatible with multiple powertrains. The latest Sierra continues key design elements fr...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

Hyundai presents Ioniq 6 N in Los Angeles to elevate EV offerings in U.S. On November 20, Hyundai revealed a new part of its North American strategy with the unveiling of the Ioniq 6 N, its newest high-performance electric vehicle, at AutoMobility LA, marking a major step in Hyundai N’s shift toward electrification. The Ioniq 6 N will arrive in limited quantities in the U.S. in 2026 from Hyundai’s Asan plant in Korea. “With Ioniq 6 N, Hyund...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/22

Piaggio Vehicles, India launches Apé Xtra Bada 700 and Apé Xtra 600 diesel Cargo three-wheelers On November 20, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd launched two new diesel cargo three-wheelers, the Apé Xtra Bada 700 for INR 345 thousand and the Apé Xtra 600 for INR 288 thousand. The Apé Xtra Bada 700 features a 700 DI diesel engine, a 7-foot cargo deck, and a 750 kg payload capacity. The vehicle platform is entirely new, with an improved chassis, new s...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21