mira lineup. It has a 4-cylinder twin-scroll turbo engine and an 8-speed DCT gearbox from AMG, delivering a maximum output of 360 hp. It can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.4 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 275 kmph. Additionally, Lotus has upgraded the existing Emira models to enhance both track performance and everyday comfort. The cooling system was improved to provide better cooling for the transmission and radiator. The engine thermo...

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Amara Raja, India updates about upcoming R&D and battery gigafactory On May 30, Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited, in an investor update, announced that its R&D facility currently under development in Hyderabad remains on track. It is expected to be operational by the end of this calendar year, alongside the customer qualification plant.  These new facilities will significantly enhance its internal product development capabilities, complement...

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e, a two-speed gearbox, and over 1,100 hp. It expects to release the FIVE RS for sale in Germany in December 2025 and plans to launch the FIVE RS in other EU countries, the UAE, and South Africa in 2026. The Company also intends to launch the Mullen FIVE RS in the U.S. once it has achieved a proven track record of sales and success throughout key European markets. Based on Mullen Automotive, Inc. press release...

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er identifying key areas for improvement, they are now testing advanced technologies such as AI and robotics at their Böllinger Höfe site through the end of the year. The project is unique because of the use of smart glasses during a needs analysis. Workers wear glasses with infrared cameras that track their eye movements, showing where they look and which tasks are most mentally demanding. This helps identify areas where support is most needed...

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Toyota on track for its new U.S.-made EVs, battery production Toyota is staying on track with plans for EV production in the U.S. amid Trump trade tariffs and loss of EV incentives.  Production of two U.S.-made all-electric large crossover models is slated to begin in 2026, in Georgetown, Kentucky and Princeton, Indiana, though the names and other details have not been released. Company executives say they expect slow but steady growth in U.S. E...

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ion Center in Luxembourg, enabling virtual testing and validation. This innovation accelerates the development process and reduces the need for physical prototypes. The tire is designed for summer driving on wet and dry roads with low rolling resistance. The Eagle F1 SuperSport, inspired by the racetrack, provides balanced wet and dry performance on the road and track day capability with enhanced feedback from reinforced tread ribs and sidewalls....

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nter in Zaheerabad NIMZ.  The project involves an investment of INR 85.3 billion (approximately USD 1 billion) and is expected to create 4,276 jobs.  According to multiple local media reports, the upcoming R&D facility will cover 675 acres and feature core facilities, including an automotive test track, pilot line and prototyping systems. Hyundai Motor currently operates the Hyundai Motor India Engineering Centre (HMIE) in Hyderabad. The additi...

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Tesla’s lightly refreshed Model S and X spotted Tesla Model S and Model X testing mules have been spotted in California as well as on the Nurburgring track in Germany, and reported on social media. Rather than the major renewal of the Model 3 and Model Y, recent images of the Models S and X prototypes show that Tesla is not planning major design changes, but a refresh that affects the lower portion of the front fascias, with a front camera, and...

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dealers, partners, and customers in India. The sales and service will continue for both existing and upcoming models, with no change in its product strategy, which includes the launch of one all-new B-segment MPV and two C-segment SUVs. Nissan also confirmed that its vehicle export plans remain on track. While responding to reports about potential plant closures, it clarified that such claims are speculative and not based on official information...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

AVL, Austria inaugurates new oval track for vehicle dynamics and durability testing On May 14, AVL inaugurated new high-speed oval track at the ZalaZONE proving ground. The track, spanning 4,450 meters, is engineered for advanced vehicle dynamics and durability testing. It includes two 950-meter straight sections and two 1,275-meter curved sections with a 350-meter radius. The four-lane track features a 16-meter-wide asphalt surface and an overal...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

stake from Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. and Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. Through the acquisition, Sojitz aims to expand its business in the electric vehicle (EV) and storage battery markets by utilizing its global distribution company network. Sojitz decided to acquire the shares, since the company has a track record of dealing with Nippon A&L’s products and expects a synergy effect with its existing business in the field of energy and material solut...

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Q4 FY 2025. Two additional greenfield projects are underway. The Navagam (Gujarat) facility will start its EV-dedicated operations in Q1 FY 2026, with full EV and ICE production expected to begin by Q2 FY 2026. Similarly, the Kharkhauda (Haryana) unit, focused on ICE vehicle components, is also on track for a Q2 FY 2026 production start. Based on Motherson Sumi Wiring India investor presentation/ press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Kongsberg Automotive continues cost-cutting programs in 2025 amid market uncertainty Kongsberg Automotive ASA (KA) announced that it will continue executing cost-saving initiatives in 2025. The previously announced overhead reduction program remains on track and is expected to be fully implemented by Q3 2025, delivering an estimated annual saving of EUR 10 million. KA will also launch additional cost reduction initiatives in 2025 to improve profi...

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Toyota to supply Rehlko with fuel cell modules from Georgetown plant On April 29, Rehlko and Toyota Motor North America announced at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo that Toyota will supply its hydrogen-powered fuel cell modules to Rehlko for use in its stationary power generator products. Wisconsin-based Rehlko (formerly Kohler Energy) has a longstanding track record of delivering innovative energy solutions that provide independence, agil...

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JBM Electric Vehicles, India partners with Hitachi, Japan for zero carbon battery management in E-buses On April 30, JBM Electric Vehicles, a subsidiary of JBM Auto Ltd., partnered with Hitachi Zero Carbon to integrate its Zero Carbon Battery Manager into JBM’s electric bus operations. The system will track real-time data on charging, routes, and asset usage, offering insights to improve efficiency. The pilot will be conducted across India and ...

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JLR sites in the UK and Nitra, Slovakia. Additionally, hundreds of second-life robots are now installed at Solihull, Halewood, and the EPMC in Wolverhampton, ready to produce JLR's next-generation electric vehicles and battery packs. The company has also developed a new digital management system to track the life of every vehicle program asset, from acquisition to sale, scrapping, and reuse. Based on JLR press release...

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ce of objects in the far zone in front of the car and determines the distance to them and their speed. It is installed behind the plastic false radiator grille. The short-range radars, installed at the car's corners and under the bumpers (two front, two rear), detect objects, measure distances, and track speeds in the middle and near zones around the vehicle. It has 12 ultrasonic sensors. The car has a main front camera, around camera, rearward s...

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Alpine A390 undergoes final tests ahead of May 2025 debut On April 28, Alpine announced that its engineering teams are finalizing the A390’s development with tests on a wet track at Michelin's Ladoux complex. The tests focus on the car's performance on slippery surfaces, using two specific Michelin tires (20 and 21 inches). The track, with its 4,100 m wet test area, is perfect for pushing the A390 to its limits. The tests show the A390’s exce...

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dels 3/Y (down 16.0%) and 17,161 were other models (down 18.0%). Of the 336,681 vehicles delivered in Q1 (down 13.0% from Q1 2024), 323,800 were Models 3/Y (down 12.0%) and 12,881 were other models (down 24.0%). Tesla says that its plans for new vehicles, including more affordable models, remain on track for start of production in the first half of 2025 and will be produced on the same manufacturing lines as its current vehicle lineup. Its Robota...

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Lucid says it is on track to enter midsize electric SUV market in 2026 On April 15, as they reintroduced the Gravity SUV, which begins deliveries later this month, Lucid executives said the company is on track to launch its midsize electric SUV in 2026 as it looks to match Tesla's bestselling Model Y crossover. "There are a lot of crazy things going on in the world that can affect that (timeline). But currently we are on track," said Derek Jenkin...

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