ing of the Kamiq in Mlada Boleslav. The production line for the MQB platform has been adapted; new press tools have also been produced. In the paint shop, body shop and final assembly, not only were fundamental changes made, but details were also modified to facilitate the assembly of the new split headlights with LED technology. On Aug 22, Skoda Auto informed that it has opened a new paint shop at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav. Up to 168,000...

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large sightseeing buses and the Aero Star large route bus in December. These models are compliant with the mandatory auto-light function to be implemented in October 2023 and the "Phase 2" noise regulation. The auto-light function detects ambient brightness while driving and automatically turns the headlights on and off. The headlights turn on even when the switch is turned off, contributing to improved safety in dimly lit areas. The Aero Star al...

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ntinue to build the Versa for other markets, also builds the Kicks and March, whereas the local A2 plant exclusively produces the Sentra. Although the Versa will be gone for the U.S. market, Nissan is preparing to unveil a new, revised Versa in Mexico with a Murano-inspired front end with split LED headlights and a gloss black grille. The underpinnings are expected to be almost identical to the 2025 model year Versa. On January 26, Nissan Mexican...

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ntinue to build the Versa for other markets, also builds the Kicks and March, whereas the local A2 plant exclusively produces the Sentra. Although the Versa will be gone for the U.S. market, Nissan is preparing to unveil a new, revised Versa in Mexico with a Murano-inspired front end with split LED headlights and a gloss black grille. The underpinnings are expected to be almost identical to the 2025 model year Versa. On January 26, Nissan Mexican...

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t 120,000 yuan. It features sophisticated functions such as keyless entry and car navigation systems. I6: available either with 2.0L or 2.4L engine. It is a middle to high-end car with a front face much like that of the Camry. Retail price will be between 120,000 and 180,000 yuan. If features xenon head lamps, rearview monitor and keyless entry system. S6: SUV for urban settings, with the wheelbase of 2,700mm and the overall length of 4,700mm or ...

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30.5 percent from the 2010 volume. The company is planning to manufacture approximately 300,000 vehicles in 2012, which represents a 35 percent rise from 2011. The new BMW "7 Series" made world premiere at the Moscow Motor Show. Redesigned for the first time since 2009, on the exteriors it has LED headlights and front masque and on the interiors a multifunctional display behind the steering wheel and the entertainment system featuring a 9.2-inch...

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produced in Bremen will be assembled in Sindelfingen. Daimler unveiled pictures of its second-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS to be presented at the Paris Motor Show in September. While maintaining the predecessor's long bonnet, it adopted new front design reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and headlamps using 71 LED lamps. The four-door CLS coupe was first released in 2003, and global sales since its launch in October 2004 totaled 170,000 un...

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dan. With manufacturing based in Manaus, Brazil, AR70 currently supplies original equipment to Fiat and Caoa Hyundai. On February 21, Caoa Chery announced that the 2021 Tiggo 5x medium-compact SUV is currently arriving at dealerships in Brazil. The 2021 Tiggo 5x receives a new grille, front bumper, headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights replacing the fog lights. The powertrain is the same 1.5-liter Turbo Flex engine mated to a six-spe...

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Motors Limited (Isuzu) launched the improved large route bus Erga and medium route bus Erga Mio on December 23rd. The new buses have an automatic detection function added to the emergency driving stop system (EDSS) and an auto-light function that automatically turns on and off the low beams of the headlamps according to the ambient light level. The EDSS, which became standard equipment in 2019, slows down and stops the vehicle when a passenger o...

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ed seats as standard. It will be priced between 175,800 and 245,800 yuan. Dongfeng Yueda Kia Motors showcased the first concept model of its joint venture brand the "Horki." This concept car has been developed based on the new Kia Cerato. For its exterior, it features a mesh front grille, elongated headlights and a sporty look from the back. According to news reports a production model of the concept car will be classified in the high-end passeng...

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oth zero-emissions cars offer unlimited everyday practicality, each has four doors. Standard features: automatic climate control with parking heater and ventilation, radio-navigation system, windscreen heating, LED daytime running lights and, in the e-Golf, the Volkswagen brand’s first use of LED headlights. The e-up! can drive 160 km on one battery charge, while the e-Golf has a range of 190 km. The e-motors, gearboxes and lithium-ion batterie...

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and at the Shanghai Motor Show to begin on April 20. The MG CS is the first urban SUV for commercial production and will make its global debut at the Shanghai Motor Show. The new Roewe 550 is a medium-grade, A+ class sedan targeting the buyers born in the 1980s. It features a start-stop system, HID headlights, LED light-guide taillights, and an EPB electronic parking brake system. SAIC Motor will launch a diesel version of its MG6 in the British ...

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78,400 units in 2015 and 95,200 units in 2016. On March 25 Changan Automobile released the New Benni compact hatchback. The New Benni is available in five types priced from CNY 47,900 to CNY 56,900. It is offered with six body color variations. Its exterior design is characterized by its eagle eye headlights, large bumper grille and a side body that looks like muscle. It targets at young buyers. The car's dimensions are: 3,730 mm in length, 1,65...

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2  restyled Lancer Fortis and the Lancer iO. The Lancer Fortis is priced from TWD 645,000 to TWD 769,000, and the Lancer iO from TWD 699,000 to TWD 809,000. The company aims at selling more than 3,500 units a year. The Lancer Fortis has a new front face combining newly designed radiator grille and head lights. Like its predecessor, the new Lancer Fortis is fitted with a 1.8-liter MIVEC engine mated to an INVECS-III six-speed CVT with a sports mo...

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he U.S. were 299,718 vehicles, 50,251 in Canada and 3,748 in Mexico. Additional 13,633 exported vehicles will be recalled. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it will inspect 622,817 Dodge Caravan and ChryslerTown and Country minivans from the 2005 model year because the headlights can fail without warning. Chrysler will abolish the Dodge Avenger and the Dodge Grand Caravan brands, integrating the two into a crossover ...

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he Ranz brand at Auto Shanghai 2013. Earlier on March 12 the Ranz was released as a new brand of the joint venture. Some media reports say that the car, which is an electric concept car, was developed based on the Corolla EX (the ninth generation Corolla made in China). Its exterior design features headlights with a sharp impression and a chrome-plated front grille. Detailed specifications were not disclosed. The first model will reportedly be of...

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ber 25. The Impreza joins the Legacy, Outback and Forester lines in offering the brand’s innovative EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision Braking and Vehicle Lane Departure Warning. 2015 Impreza has been improved by revised front styling with new headlights, grille and bumper. All Impreza models are powered by a 148-hp 2.0-liter Subaru BOXER engine and feature standard All-Wheel Drive. Fuji Hea...

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also features various smart technologies such as passive keyless entry (PKE) system, electric parking brake and human-machine interface. On August 16, the all-new Besturn B50 rolled off the production line of FAW Car's second plant. The new Besturn B50 has a redesigned front face, using streamlined headlights and bumper. Reportedly, the Besturn B50 will have a 1.8-liter engine. It will hit the market on September 12. On September 12, FAW Car rele...

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unveiled at prices ranging from Chinese Yuan (CNY) 383,000 to 742,600. The car gains advanced engines, a V6 or a TFSI 3.0-liter engine. The latter will be fitted with an S-tronic 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). Features of the new Audi A6L include ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, LED headlights and a heads-up display. The 2013 version of the Audi A6L sold more than 150,000 units in total. On February 17, FAW-Volkswagen Automotive r...

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gine is offered with the 1.5 dCi with an EU combined figure of 3.8L/100km and CO2 emissions of 99g/km. Nissan said the Qashqai will compete with premium brands on advanced technology equipments such as front collision avoidance, driver attention support and traffic sign recognition. It also has LED headlights as standard and the optional automatic parking. Nissan Motor Kyushu Co., Ltd. has sold the 100,000th Nissan Leaf electric vehicle (EV) on J...

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