ds and at the same time, boosts its fuel economy to projected EPA-estimated ratings of 19 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined. Toyota will recall about 650 cars of the 2013 "Lexus GS F SPORT" with the rear-wheel drive system in the U.S. Because of a flaw in the Variable Gear Ratio Steering ECU, the steering wheel could be off-centered without returning to the original position. Toyota announced U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/30

wn Estate, which was scheduled for the middle of 2024 or later, will be postponed. The release date is undetermined at this time. Toyota has decided not to acquire certification of new models to prioritize the investigation of model certification applications and formulation of measures to prevent recurrence. According to an announcement by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) on July 31, an on-site inspecti...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/25

released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - Daimler AG holds a 2.46% stake in BAIC ARCFOX New Energy Vehicle Co.,Ltd. (as of December 2021) - On September 27, 2018, BJEV officially listed by asset restructuring. The securities code is "Beiqi Blue Valley 600733". Beijing New Energy Vehicle debuts new ARCFOX brand Beijing New Energy Vehicle expands overseas research ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/24

1. The Trailblazer Z71 comes with 2.5L Duramax four-cylinder diesel engine with a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT). The engine produces 132 kW (180 PS) of power at 3,600 rpm, and 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque at a lower 2,000 rpm. The engine’s performance is managed by an engine control unit (ECU) that was specially developed by GM to augment the engine’s characteristics. The ECU has more than 150 patented control functions that optimize ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/24

ion of production is the 13th, but it may be changed depending on the situation. According to the industry, one of Malaysia's major semiconductor suppliers has decided to suspend operation of its factories until the 15th due to spread of COVID-19. As a result, the supply of the engine control unit (ECU) was interrupted. On September 15, Hyundai Motor said that its Asan plant, which resumed operation on the 13th, stopped again after it had stopped...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/14

Tata Motors announced that it has launched a new version of its Vista model at a price between Rs 3.88 lakh and Rs 4.79 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The new model comes in both 1.4L petrol and 1.3L diesel engine versions and is available in six colours. The new Vista also comes with added safety and security features. Tata announced the launching of the "Indigo Manza" in South Africa on September 14, which is imported from India. Only the gasoline ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/11

three brands, Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. - Number of Employees: more than 500 (as of January 2025). - Established in 2003. - Hyundai also has technical center (HMETC Nürburgring) in Germany. The facility is used for testing durability, tuning suspension and steering, adjusting gearbox ratios, and ECU tuning. Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center plans new research facilities in Germany Hyundai Motor expands R&D facilities in Europe Kia EV9 unde...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/07/10

rsona Proton starts taking preorders for all-new Persona Proton launches new Ertiga MPV in Malaysia collaborated with Suzuki Proton officially launched the new Iriz Proton vendors need to cut prices by 30% Malaysia to be global production hub for Geely Boyue for exports, and the Proton X70 Proton secures license to produce and sell 3 Geely models for ASEAN Proton vendors to collaborate with Chinese companies for X70 production Proton to transfo...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/19

eT!" on November 18. The "eT!" is a concept model embodying a future style of VW's "Transporter " commercial v an that, which was developed jointly by VW's research and development division and the German postal corporation "Deutche Post AG." In-wheel motors are installed on all the four wheels to secure interior space. Large sliding doors are equipped to increase easiness in getting on and off the vehicle. An automatic driving function is instal...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/19

investment company in Hefei. It marks the launch of BEV commercialization. The model is the first passenger BEV based on the Tojoy platform, with 15kWh of battery and a range of 130km. The automaker will accelerate BEV development based on Tojoy platform and HEV based on Heyue platform, aiming to secure a certain share in the new energy vehicle market in 2012. Jianghuai Auto's 46 dealerships throughout Brazil started operations on March 18. The ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/08

a motor in a low to middle-speed range. On July 10, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reported a recall for the Fit hybrid and the Vezel hybrid to the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The recall involves a total of 175,356 units produced from July 2013 to July 2014. The faulty ECU program can cause the car to make a sudden start or acceleration. This is the fourth recall of the ongoing Fit hybrid released in September 2013. ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/18

rld’s first modular flying car, is undergoing airworthiness certification after completing its global public maiden flight last year. Launch and large-scale deliveries are expected in 2026. On July 15, XPeng AeroHT closed a Series B financing worth USD 250 million. The proceeds will be used to secure the smooth R&D, mass production, and commercialization of the company’s flying cars. The world’s first XPeng AeroHT flying car mass producti...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/08

ims to create a 2-liter diesel-based hydrogen engine that complies with nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions regulations while achieving a driving range of over 500 kilometers. PHINIA supplies core components of hydrogen and diesel engines. KGM will combine its diesel engines with PHINIA's FIE system and ECU technology.Starting with the basic design of a multi-purpose engine and vehicle, the two companies will optimize both engine and vehicle performan...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/04

announced the launch of Ciaz S, sports variant of Ciaz. On February 14, Maruti Suzuki launched the S-CNG variant of the BS-VI compliant Big New WagonR. With a tank capacity of 60 L (Water equivalent), the WagonR S-CNG variant offers a mileage of 32.52 km/kg. It is equipped with dual interdependent ECUs (Electronic Control Units) and intelligent injection system. Vehicles are factory fitted. On March 22, Maruti Suzuki announced that it will shut ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/03

SUBARU Lab (Shibuya) Subaru's R&D location, responsible for overall software development [First office] - Opened: December 2020 - Function: Research and development of AI-based "EyeSight" driver assist system and autonomous driving system [Second office] - Opened: February 2025 - Function: Research and development of software for vehicle control (ECU), infotainment system, and in-vehicle communication Subaru opens second Subaru Lab office in Shi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/06

Daimler Truck Innovation Center India (DTICI), Bangalore Daimler Trucks India's R&D location, responsible for vehicle and powertrain engineering, ECU software development, computer-aided engineering (CAE), computer-aided design (CAD), and IT programming - Number of Employees: 2,200 (as of Feb. 2023). - Year of Foundation: 2021. ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/12/25

cted by the company from 2005 to 2010. Toyota will pay total amount of 29 million dollars. President Akio Toyoda, while making a severe observation on the new car market in the midst of the current very harsh economic environment in the U.S. as seen in continuing negative growth in sales for 21 consecutive months until July 2009, emphasized his confidence in the future of the U.S. auto industry, and showed a stance to continue to value the U.S. m...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/11/15

some production from Canada and Mexico to U.S. plants, though Honda Canada denied the reports. Honda execs have told the Mexican government that there are no changes in the company’s production plan in the country. Honda  imports approximately 160,000 cars from Mexico to the U.S. each year, an executive said in November.  According to environmental news posted on its official website (dated January 30), Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and SPACECOOL Inc...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/10/30

ete with the Ford EcoSport. Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) has won an order by the Government of India (GOI) for a fleet of over 630 vehicles. These vehicles will be given to the Government of Nepal. Nepal is having Constitutional Assembly elections on November 19. The vehicles will be used by the Security Forces, Nepal Police, etc to strengthen security during the election period. Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has asked the government to grant subsid...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/10/15

onth, the striking workers of Tata's Sanand plant in Gujarat on March 22 called off their strike with workers and management reaching a consensus over the issue of suspended workers. Striking workers would resume work from May 23. Tata Motors will launch its new hatchback Tiago on April 6 after consecutive delays. The Tiago will be equipped with a 1.2-liter gasoline or a 1.05-liter diesel, coupled with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Tiago is produ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/10/14