The model is built based on Dongfeng Nissan’s compact car, the Venucia R30. Equipped with a permanent magnet motor and lithium-ion batteries, it runs more than 255 kilometers per one charge. It houses the batteries under the chassis to expand the available interior space, and lower the center of gravity for increased stability. Its minimum turning radius is only 4.5 meters to offer the ability to turn in a small radius. Dongfeng Automobile Co....

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/22

. Fuji Heavy Industry announced on November 11 that it will unveil the all-new WRX at the LA Auto Show starting from November 20. The new WRX is a Subaru's symbolic AWD model of high performance. A symmetrical AWD, which has good side-to side balance, along with a compact layout and lower centre of gravity, helps to give the vehicle greater stability. The new WRX has 4 door and 5 door HB versions with 2 grades: base and sportier STI. Fuji Heavy I...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/20

G-Class will roll off the production line in 2024 alongside the combustion engine models. The all-electric version will set new standards with its off-road capabilities. It has four individually controlled electric motors, while the batteries integrated with the ladder frame ensure a low center of gravity. On May 5, Fisker Inc. announced that the first customer has taken delivery of the brand-new Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV. The first custome...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/17

w platform is designed to support next-generation technologies such as electrification, looking ahead to 2025. The new platform dramatically increases rigidity (a 70% to 100% increase over present models), incorporates substantial improvements to the suspension system and achieves a lower center of gravity, bringing about highly responsive steering that allows drivers to control the vehicle precisely as they want. It will be initially used for th...

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0kWh lithium-ion battery and can travel up to 180km (WLTC mode) per charge. The battery can be charged to 80% in about 42 minutes using quick charging, and using normal charging, can be fully charged in about 7.5 hours. The battery is located in the center under the floor, providing a low center of gravity for a comfortable ride and good maneuverability. Like the Minicab EV, it is available in two-seater and four-seater versions. According to Mit...

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while realizing a powerful and accelerating acceleration performance. On May 24 Mazda announced that it will release a fully refreshed version of its flagship Atenza (sedan / wagon) on June 21. In this update, the front grill design will be changed to adopt a new design emphasizing a low center of gravity and three-dimensional feel. In the interior, the automaker adopted the “sen” wood panels, Nappa leather, and Toray's suede-like "Ultrasued...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/02

ngguang S. The new Wuling Hongguang S1 offers enhanced convenience with its third-row 60/40 split seat. All grades of the new model come with the P-TEC 1.5L DVVT engine that offers fuel economy of 6.6 liters/100 km. The new third-generation model has 10 mm wider tire tread and 40 mm lower center of gravity than the second-generation model to achieve further improved driving stability. SAIC-GM-Wuling Automotive announced on August 21, 2015 that it...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/30

Lightning’s performance in extreme cold, on low-traction surfaces to give customers confidence in the electric pickup that begins deliveries this spring. The F-150 Lightning is built at the Rogue Electric Vehicle Center with dual motors front and rear, standard always-on 4x4, and a low center of gravity. On March 30, Magna announced that it will build a new manufacturing site at a repurposed factory in Chatham, Ontario, to produce battery encl...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/26

the Saitama Factory Automobile Plant. In Europe, orders (orders to the plant) have already ended. On August 5, Honda announced that it would release the all-new Civic, its 11th generation hatchback style model, on September 3. The new model adopts simple and flowing proportions with a low center of gravity and horizontal base. The new Civic is powered by a 1.5-liter direct injection VTEC TURBO engine with improved responsiveness, and is available...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/24

fewer parts compared to a traditional vehicle and 25% fewer fasteners. It will use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) prismatic batteries for additional space and weight savings. The LFP battery pack will be a structural sub-assembly and serve as the vehicle’s floor, lowering the vehicle’s center of gravity and increasing the amount of interior space. While Ford has already announced it will be investing USD 2 billion to retool and expand its Loui...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/24

. Honda revealed a prototype of the 2022 Honda Civic on November 17, 2020. The prototype of the 11th-generation Civic previews an array of models, including the Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Si and Civic: Type R. The prototype’s exterior highlights a wide, sporty stance with a low center of gravity. The new Civic will also include an upgraded Honda Sensing suite of driver-assist technologies. Honda will launch various Honda Civic models s...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/22

6,462,500, with the Proto Spec version at JPY 6,966,300. The all-new model measures 4,380mm (L) x 1,845mm (W) x 1,315mm (H) and has a wheelbase of 2,550mm. The silhouette pays homage to the first generation (S30) and other previous Fairlady Z models with its long nose, short deck, and low center of gravity rear stance. The powertrain is a 3.0L V6 twin-turbo engine (maximum output 298kW, peak torque 475Nm), mated to a 6-speed manual transmission o...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/19

d the U.S. Despite a reinforced chassis and an addition of an automatically pop-up rollover bar, the vehicle weight was held to an increase of 70kg from the coupe model. A 3-level structure power soft top takes only about 20 seconds for opening and folding due to llighter weight and lower center of gravity. The model is powered by a 3.6 liter 6-cylinder "Boxer" engine equipped with the same twin turbocharger as mounted on the "911Turbo" as well a...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/04

onding to the downturn in the market, BMW announced to introduce shorter working hours to its four domestic plants from February to March. BMW said it will begin forging production by a new emission-free sand core process in 2011. By replacing conventional organic binders with inorganic binders for gravity die-casting in the light-alloy foundry, emission gases produced during the process can be reduced by 98 percent. As a result, the current wast...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/03

EP2.0’s three advantages of long range, large space and high security and has comprehensive upgrades including an energy consumption reduction of 15%, a range improvement of 10% at low temperatures, and a parts commonality rate of 78%. The AEP3.0 draws on the supercar body layout of low center of gravity and light weight to achieve track-level RWD and support extended 4WD. The installed AION Intelligence Chassis System (AICS) can dynamically co...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/02

de the modernization of the paint shop and development of its stamping area. Volkswagen unveiled the New Midsize Coupe concept car at the Beijing Auto Show on April 20. It is a four-door coupe. The New Midsize Coupe is low in height (1,422 mm) and very wide (1,838 mm), it has a low visual centre of gravity, short overhangs, muscular shoulders and side sections, a dynamic roof line with markedly swept-back C-pillars, a short boot lid and long bonn...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/21

ed over 5 million engines, with 200,000 units made annually. The plant is a key hub for flex fuel and ethanol engines and is leading digital adoption, aiming for 100% equipment connectivity by 2026. It also preserves over 57% of its grounds as natural areas and is investing BRL 200 million in a new gravity casting line for cylinder heads, set to open in 2026. On January 29, HORSE announced the start of production for its 1.3-liter, 4-cylinder HR1...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/19

for the new Multivan, as the combination of electric motor and petrol engine ideally fuses sustainability with the typical all- round qualities of an MPV. The lithium-ion battery is housed in the new Multivan eHybrid’s underbody. That saves on space and simultaneously lowers the MPV’s center of gravity. The new Multivan will launch with different drive system versions in the second half of this year. On June 10, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/08

oyota will begin driving and refueling demonstration tests of the Mirai fuel cell vehicle (FCV) in the UAE from May 2017. On March 16 Toyota launched the new LC luxury coupe. The model adopts the newly developed GA-L platform, and is characterized by having the driving performance and low center of gravity natural for an FR vehicle, as well as a wide body design. It is produced on a newly established line specifically for LC production at the Mot...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/07

id Auto/ Apple Car Play. On October 18, Nissan unveiled the progressive design of the New Nissan Kicks. It sports a unique wider and robust style underlined by a Dynamic Sonic Plus line, Wheel-oriented Stance and a Distinctive 3-dimensional presence. The body is designed and built with GRAPHENE (Gravity-philic Energy Absorption) Body Structure, which has inherent capability to absorb impact energy making the New Nissan Kicks stronger, safer ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/08/06