’s SOP for next-generation CC coupe at Changchun Plant FAW VW opens preorders for all-new Audi Q5L long-wheelbase medium SUV VW to launch two PHEVs in 2018 Audi and FAW start a model initiative in China olkswagen to introduce new Jetta brand in China VW brand China and FAW-VW establish new JV for connected services FAW VW launches JETTA brand in China 1 1 Audi likely to include BYD as its battery supplier VW China signs Memoranda of Understan...

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s Forward mid-size truck start export of Thai-made light trucks to the Middle East Isuzu facelifts Giga and Forward to comply with emissions regulations UD Trucks launches new Condor Isuzu facelifts ELF small truck Isuzu adds high-horsepower engine model to ELF compact truck lineup Isuzu releases a connected version of the ELF light-duty truck Isuzu turns medium duty truck "FORWARD" into connected vehicle Isuzu to supply small trucks to Nissan fr...

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e latter half of 2016, it plans to bulit the E-powertrain related parts plants such as battery pack, motor, ESS, EDS and inverter in Nanjing Economic and Technological Development Zone, Jiangsu Province. The total investment is CNY 3 billion. - Established in May 2015. NIO authorized for smart and connected vehicle road testing in Beijing NIO unveils 2018 financial report NIO to introduce “NIO Power Charger” to market in April 1 1 1 1 1 1...

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planned total investment of CNY 20 billion and covers a planned area of 3.79 million square meters. Upon completion of the construction, the facility will work as a supportive core parts manufacturing base to BYD’s NEV (New Energy Vehicle) production, focusing on the development of core parts for connected cars and port logistics. The construction of the second phase will be divided into three blocks: Block C, D, and E. It is expected to genera...

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ic platform for entry-level segment in three years Volkswagen completes acquisition of 4.99% shares of XPeng for USD 705.6 million XPeng to improve overall product safety, quality levels with TÜV Rheinland Xpeng to collaborate with BASF SE Xiaopeng Motors announced that it will launch the G3 smart connected SUV in 2018 Xiaopeng Motors launches Xiaopeng G3 electric connected SUV Xiaopeng Motors’ 30 supercharging stations are now operational 1 ...

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ropean engineering footprint, resulting in 2,800 fewer jobs. These changes are driven by the transition to fully electric powertrains and reduced vehicle complexity. Ford will maintain an engineering organization of approximately 3,400 roles in Europe, focused on vehicle design and development, and connected services. Additionally, a leaner cost structure will be created for Ford's administrative, marketing, sales, and distribution functions in E...

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anner alongside the Octavia and Karoq series. On February 12, Skoda Auto agreed to expand collaboration between Skoda Auto and energy supplier CEZ. The next joint project between Skoda Auto and CEZ is the construction of the largest roof photovoltaic system in the Czech Republic, which is set to be connected to the grid at Skoda Auto’s headquarters in Mladá Boleslav later this year. The car manufacturer is about to realize another project with...

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sedan, based on Nissan global V platform, measures 4,455mm in length, 1,695mm in width, 1,515mm in height and the wheelbase of 2,600mm. In North America, power for the Versa comes from the HR16DE 1.6-litre straight four-cylinder petrol engine, which produces 109ps at 6000rpm and 14.8kgm at 4400rpm, connected to an XTRONIC CVT (continuously variable automatic transmission). It gets an EPA-estimated 14km/L. In the US, prices start from $10,990 when...

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er half of February, with a price tag between 150,000 and 200,000 yuan. The M6's general dimensions are 4808mm~1800mm~1756mm, and the distance between the wheels is 2950mm. The M6 will use the 2.4L 4G69 engine supplied by Mitsubishi for the automatic gearbox and its self-developed BYD483 engine connected to a manual gearbox. It is equipped with a rear radar, ABS (Anti lock System), electric roof and GPS. BYD Auto is considering establishing a...

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s, a British manufacturer of sports and racing cars, completed construction work on its new factory in Wuhan. At the same time, the first Eletre, an electric Hyper SUV, rolled off the production line at this factory. The plant, covering an area of over 1.0 square kilometers, is located at the Smart Connected EV Industrial Park, Wuhan Economic and Technological Development Zone. The total investment in the plant exceeds CNY 8 billion. It marks the...

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This will be Geely's first SUV for city driving with seating for five plus two, with the overall length of 4,544mm, the overall width of 1,832mm, the overall height of 1,671mm, and the wheelbase of 2,660mm. There are three engine variations including: a 1.8-liter engine delivering 102kW at maximum connected to a 5-speed manual, a 2.0-liter 106kW engine combined with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT, and a 2.0-liter diesel engine of 100kW connec...

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Lexus brand, and will be released sequentially starting in 2020 in China and Europe, with release planned in Japan in the first half of 2021. By placing its large capacity battery under the floor, the UX300e has a low center of gravity and achieves a cruising range of 400km. Furthermore, the latest connected technology is adopted; the remaining battery charge and driving range are displayed, and the necessity of charging can be confirmed via smar...

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from two EA211 series engines, a 1.6-liter engine or a 1.4-liter turbo-charged engine. The 1.6-liter engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission while the 1.4-litter turbo engine is mated to a 7-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG). Its in-vehicle display can be connected to mobile phones, so drivers can make phone calls and use several functions of their mobile phones using the in-vehicle display. According t...

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SAIC VW aims to expand production capacity at second Anting Plant SAIC VW releases Phideon C-class sedan SAIC VW launches Tiguan with long wheelbase SAIC VW to end Chinese production of Skoda Yeti VW to launch two PHEVs in 2018 SAIC VW-Skoda to collaborate with Banma Network in smart connected cars Shouqi to collaborate with SAIC VW, VW New Mobility SAIC VW launches its first all-electric model e-Lavida VW China signs Memoranda o...

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. In response to Typhoon Lan, Toyota halted production at all of its production plants in Japan on October 23. On June 26, Toyota released the all-new Crown sedan, the first full model change in five and a half years. The all-new 15th generation Crown, was released on the same day as Toyota's first connected car with the new Corolla Sport model. In-vehicle communication devices are installed as standard equipment on all models featuring various c...

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nd 1.9 kWh battery system, bringing peak output to 655 hp. On October 16, GM announced it is experiencing "temporary parts supply issues" at its Chevrolet Corvette plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky, as it continues to operate with lower output. GM did not specify the supply issue, but said it is not connected to the UAW targeted plant strikes.  GM is set to begin the start of regular production (SORP) for the 2024 Corvette E-Ray at the Bowling Gr...

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de-based system to enable users to make online service booking through smart phones and tablets. On October 1, Mercedes-Benz India announced the roll-out of it’s connect features ‘Mercedes me Adapter’ and ‘Mercedes me connect’ in a Phase-wise manner. Mercedes-Benz India will be offering connected features to Mercedes-Benz customers in three distinct Phases. An OBD based adapter solution which gets in India from November 15, 2019 (Phas...

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Turin production center as part of the industrial plan for Italy 2019-2021 in which a total of EUR 5 billion. After presenting, in collaboration with Terna, the development in Mirafiori of the largest V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) pole, which aims to connect an entire fleet of 700 electric cars (500 BEV), connected to a bidirectional charging infrastructure that will be able to make 25 Megawatts available to the grid for energy balancing services, FCA t...

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ly scans the plant, supports maintenance, and ensures smooth production processes. Equipped with visual, thermal, and acoustic sensors, SpOTTO collects valuable data for the plant's digital twin and oversees maintenance activities. SpOTTO's role is pivotal in creating and refining the plant's fully connected digital twin, operating on three levels. Other potential uses, such as reading analogue controls and accessing hard-to-reach areas, are bein...

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s Gwangmyeong 2 plant, Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated to Electric Vehicles, will apply innovative manufacturing technologies developed by the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center in Singapore (HMGICS), such as automation processes driven by artificial intelligence and robotics, digital twin-connected systems, data-based operating systems, and low-carbon manufacturing. On April 5, Kia Corporation (Kia) anounced that strengthen its hybrid e...

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