d forging help reduce weight and improve recyclability. The suspension system connects the spring struts hydraulically, allowing the roll stiffness to change. Mercedes AMG GT 4-Door Coupé uses three axial flux motors combined with directly cooled battery cells. The battery system allows high power output repeatedly and also supports fast charging, even in very cold weather. The battery has an advanced temperature management system that heats or ...

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s Board of Investment (BOI) approved an additional investment of over THB 4 billion by Triumph Motorcycles (Thailand) Co., Ltd. to expand production capacity for motorcycles above 500 cc, including engines and major components, at its Amata City Industrial Estate facility in Chonburi. Around 95% of output will be exported to the UK and other Asian markets, with the remainder for domestic sales. Triumph has operated in Thailand since 2009, with to...

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ered by a standard-range 58.3 kWh battery (Light) or a long-range 81.4 kWh battery (Wind, Land, GT-Line, GT). The 58.3 kWh battery, used in FWD-only applications, allows up to 220 miles, while the 81.4 kWh battery allows up to 320 miles for FWD, and makes AWD possible. AWD EV3 models have 261 hp of output, while the EV3 GT outputs 288 hp. With 60/40 flat folding rear seats, the EV3 cargo area provides 56.5 cubic feet of capacity behind the first ...

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Kaynes Technology inaugurates semiconductor plant in Sanand, India On March 31, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility will supply Intelligent Power Modules to a California-based company, and a large share of its output is already booked for export. It will strengthen the electric vehicle ecosystem and heavy industry both in India and globally.  Based on PIB press releas...

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ributes power between the front and rear wheels for a stable grip on any road. According to specifications from Suzuki Motor Thailand, the e VITARA has 5 doors and seats 5 passengers. Its electric powertrain draws energy from a 61-kWh battery and powers all 4 wheels. The vehicle delivers a combined output of 135 kW and 307 Nm of torque and uses a single-speed electric drive transmission. It reaches a maximum speed of 150 km/h and accelerates from...

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rified performance models use the same 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder powertrain that produces 443 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. The Tuscaloosa plant currently builds the GLE, GLS and GLE Coupe sport utility vehicles, along with AMG variants and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, with approximately 60% of its output destined for global markets. The plant also assembles the all-electric EQE SUV, EQS SUV and Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV. Over the course of the ne...

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BMW introduces entry-level iX3 40 Neue Klasse SAV On March 31, BMW introduced the entry-level model BMW iX3 40, an all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle from its Neue Klasse lineup. BMW iX3 40 uses the new sixth-generation (Gen6) eDrive technology with 800-volt architecture. It has a rear-mounted electric motor which generates output of 320 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Komaki opens second LFP battery plant in Gurugram, India On March 31, Komaki Electric Vehicles commissioned a second lithium battery manufacturing plant in Udyog Vihar, Gurugram, spread across 40,000 sq ft with an investment of INR 300 million. The facility has a monthly output of 10,000 LiFePO4 batteries, translating to 120 thousand units annually, and the company claims it is the largest integrated EV battery manufacturing unit in North India. ...

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Changan launches DEEPAL G318 hybrid SUV in Russia On March 27, CHANGAN started sales of the DEEPAL G318 hybrid SUV in Russia. The model is offered in two variants, with process starting at RUB 5,650,000. The DEEPAL G318 is powered by a hybrid system combining two electric motors with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine delivering a total output of 439 hp. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds and offers a total driving range of over 1,000 k...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

lasse lineup, reflecting the company’s focus on electric powertrains and advanced in-car technology. The all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is priced from THB 3,599,000, including BSI (BMW Service Inclusive) Standard and VAT. The iX3 is equipped with two electric motors delivering a total output of 345 kW (469 hp) and 645 Nm of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Its sixth-generation eDrive system, built on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

TO 2, priced from THB 629,900, measures 4,310x 1,830x 1,675 mm (2,620 mm wheelbase) and delivers 130 kW and 290 Nm, paired with a 51.13 kWh battery for up to 410 km (NEDC). The SEAL 6 measures 4,720x 1,860x 1,495 mm (2,820 mm wheelbase) and is priced from THB 899,900, offering rear-wheel drive with outputs of 95 kW/220 Nm or 160 kW/330 Nm, alongside a 56.64 kWh battery delivering up to 485 km (NEDC). The SEALION 5 DM-i, priced from THB 759,900, m...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ted time from March 25 until June 21 for a designated price (including tax) of JPY 18,900,000. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in early 2027. All Cadillac models imported to Japan are right-hand drive. The Lyriq-V is Cadillac’s first EV to carry the "V Series," performance badge. With a maximum output of 646 PS (475 kW) and maximum torque of 904 Nm, the Lyriq V accelerates from 0 to 96 km/h in 3.3 seconds.  The Lyriq-V is based on the Cadill...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

e growing popularity of mild hybrid engines. However, current production levels are not enough to meet this demand. Stellantis Metz and Mirafiori plants are key hubs for producing these transmissions in Europe. The Mirafiori plant is running at a fast pace with multiple weekly shifts and high daily output. To manage the shortage, Stellantis is now considering the Termoli plant as a possible way to increase production capacity, where production wi...

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Second phase of CATL Xinjin subsidiary breaks ground The Chengdu authorities announced the groundbreaking of the second phase of Chengdu Xinjin Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (Xinjin CATL). Commissioning is expected in July 2026, upon which the additional annual output value is estimated at CNY 5 billion.Xinjin CATL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL), was registered in Xinjin, Chengdu in Februa...

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March 26 that it has delivered its battery-powered ultrafast charger “Hypercharger” to the Porsche Center Nagoya Certified Pre‑Owned Center operated by PCN Corporation (PCN) in Naka Ward, Nagoya. This marks the first adoption of the product by a Porsche dealer. The Hypercharger has a maximum output of 150 kilowatts and is certified as a recommended charger by Porsche Japan K.K. (Porsche Japan) in Minato Ward, Tokyo. PowerX plans to supply ...

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rt of a broader push on critical minerals, including lithium. The current annual requirement for these magnets is about 4,000 tonnes and is projected to reach nearly 8,000 tonnes by 2030, with a pilot neodymium‑iron‑boron magnet project underway and phased expansion at Visakhapatnam set to lift output first to 2,000 tonnes and then to 5,000 tonnes by the end of the decade. The government told Parliament that preliminary lithium surveys have b...

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Citroën launches new generation Basalt SUV-Coupé in South Africa On March 25, Citroën launched the new generation Basalt SUV-coupé in South Africa. The Basalt is the third model sourced from India under Citroën’s C-Cubed programme, joining the Citroën C3 and Citroën Aircross to complete the local lineup. The model is powered by a 1.2-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 81 kW and 205 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm and is p...

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Volga rolls out first vehicle in Nizhny Novgorod plant, Russia On March 25, Volga announced that its first car has rolled off the production line at its plant in Nizhny Novgorod. The brand’s first model in the Russian market will be the K50 flagship crossover. It is built on a D-class platform and comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine producing 238 hp of output. Based on Volga social media update...

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ts” that differ from previous long-term agreements in that they involve “specific commitments over a multi-year time horizon for improved visibility and stability in our business model.” The company has just signed one of the new agreements covering five years. The company is looking to boost output by 20% in 2026 and expand further with several planned fabs in Japan, Singapore, and a “megafab” in New York. The projects are expected to ...

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aybach S-Class Sedan. It comes with updated six- and eight-cylinder engines. In some markets, V12 engine is still available. The engines have been redesigned to meet future emission rules. The top model in Europe and some other markets, the Maybach S 680, uses an upgraded V8 engine which generates output of 450 kW and 850 Nm of torque. Mild-hybrid technology improves power delivery and efficiency, while special balance shafts help keep the engin...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25