ugurated a new bus production line at its São Bernardo do Campo plant, which received BRL 107 million for modernization. The process is in its final phase of implementation and should be fully completed by the end of 2020. The new plant was designed with two different inputs and one output, in a Y shape, one for the O500 line (rear engine) and another for the LO line (micros) and OF (midis and conventional front engine), which allows the start o...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/24

ASA announced it has received recognition and honors, along with securing a project valued at GBP 21.2 million, inclusive of a GBP 10.6 million APC grant. The project is focused on developing in-wheel motor technology for future applications. YASA's axial flux technology recognizes its potential to shape the future of vehicle design, architecture, performance, and efficiency. On March 7, YASA announced that it has secured a grant exceeding GBP 7 ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/23

CNY 18 billion. The 34 models will consist of 27 EVs and 7 PHVs. Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. unveiled its new concept model, the Raeton CC, at the Auto Shanghai 2015. The Raeton CC is a sporty sedan based on the Raeton B-class sedan. Its design concept was developed by looking at various shapes and patterns created by water in the world of nature. The shape of the concept car’s grille reflects the forms found in traditional Chinese c...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/23

company also had over 600 additional vehicle kits in transit for final assembly in Saudi Arabia. Lucid delivered 3,109 vehicles in Q1, a 58.1% increase over 2024. On May 5, Lucid Group, Inc. and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) announced a strategic partnership designed to shape the future of EV technology. The collaborative research and development activities will be hosted at KAUST's advanced laboratories in King Abdul...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/21

production plans for Q8 SUV and Q4 CUV Audi Hungaria’s anniversary year kicks off with projects for the future Audi launches second generation of Audi Q3 Audi Hungaria starts series production of electric motors Audi Hungaria announces HUF 41 billion expansion Audi adding new compact SUV in coupe shape- Audi Q3 Sportback Audi Hungaria gears up for next-gen electric motors with MEBeco production project Audi Hungaria's Mission:Zero produces 22,0...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/20

ld out within February. Maruti Suzuki will replace parts and provide repair service for the coming 8-10 years. The Maruti 800 fuelled a car revolution in the country and became a symbol of status for the Indian middle class in the 1980s.  Despite having an unsophisticated 796cc petrol engine and a shape that has not changed much over the years, it sold more than many of its younger counterparts in the last few years. In 2013, its sales were 20,7...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/20

ober 25, according to Chery Commercial Vehicle, QQ Ice Cream, the first model under the Chery QQ series, officially opened for preorders. Apart from the security features such as a driver airbag and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the doors are made of anti-collision steel girders in the shape of the letter “W”. On September 2, Chery's Jetour Auto announced on its official website that at the 25th Chengdu Motor Show, it unveiled th...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/19

facture the aluminum frame in-house for the first time. 2014 Chevrolet Corvette will introduce lightweight materials that improve vehicle performance. Its aluminum frame weighing in 99 pounds lighter than its predecessor. In addition, the car is the first vehicle to use a GM - developed lightweight shape memory alloy wire. GM revealed the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray convertible at the Geneva Motor Show. The fully electronic top that can be l...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Corolla sedan in the US in March. It marks the first US Corolla Hybrid. The vehicle’s new hybrid system combines a 1.8-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with two motors and has a combined system output of 121 horsepower. The nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack’s smaller size and flatter shape allow it to be packaged under the rear seat. According to the announcement, the Corolla Hybrid will be assembled at the Takaoka Plant in Aichi p...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/09

recisely controlled according to the ground load. The cruising range is 494km (with 20-inch tires/J-WLTC mode). The vehicle measures 4,805mm (overall length) x 1,895mm (overall width) x 1,635mm (overall height) with a wheelbase of 2,850 mm. The front design is finished with a massive "spindle body" shape. The first 500 units to be released will be the "First Edition," a special edition commemorating the launch. The manufacturer's suggested retail...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/09

er labor costs because higher wages are paid at the Busan plant than at its plant in France. On August 3 Renault Samsung launched the SM7 Nova LPe, the LPG model of the SM7 Nova. The car is powered by a 2.0 CVTC II LPLi engine (140 ps), with a combined fuel economy of 8.6 km per liter. The doughnut shape LPG tank can be stored in the space for a spare tire, expanding the luggage space. The SM7 Nova LPe is priced at KRW 25.5 million, lower than it...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/08

ices for the new model will range from TWD 859,000. The X-Trail will make the first appearance in Taiwan in eight years since Yulon Nissan discontinued production of the first-generation X-Trail in Taiwan in 2007. The front styling of the third-generation X-Trail reflects Nissan's design concept "V-Shape", featuring boomerang-shaped LED daylights. The all-new third-generation X-Trail carries Nissan's MR20DD 2.0-liter engine or QR25DE 2.5-liter en...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/07

Corporation announced findings of investigations into incidents involving lithium-ion batteries used in its Outlander PHEV, i-MiEV, and MINICAB-MiEV vehicles. The battery cell defect originated from the supplier's manufacturing line, resulting in short-circuited battery cells. It was found that the shape of an internal part of the battery cell was altered as a result of battery cells being exposed to excessive force. The carmaker will recall thos...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/01

to three shift operations. The ARDC will add 650 engineering jobs and a 100,000-square-foot Battery Lab for advanced BEV, PHEV and HEV cells, modules and battery packs, with completion expected by the end of 2023. On November 21, Stellantis announced that steel structural columns have begun to take shape in the ongoing construction of its North America Battery Technology Centre, which will serve as the Stellantis North America hub for development...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/04

onda announced that the hybrid system in the new Freed will adopt a neodymium magnet that uses no rare earths. Daido Steel made further advances to techniques for creating neodymium magnets through hot working techniques, and Honda contributed to the joint development through rethinking the battery shape among other means. This is the first time a neodymium magnet has been achieved that has the high heat resistance and magnetic force needed for u...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/04

ed it in 2015 for interior decorative parts in its Roadster, the automaker has expanded the number of models that use the plastics. The OEM developed materials and optimized mold specifications to greatly improve formability so that the plastics can be used for large exterior parts with complicated shapes like the front grill. The front grill adopting bio-engineering plans will gradually for models other than the CX-5. The CX-5 is produced at Maz...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/01

Typhoon Lan, Toyota halted production at all of its production plants in Japan on October 23. On February 1 Toyota released a new model for driving lessons based on the Corolla Axio. The vehicle will be produced at Toyota Motor East Japan’s Miyagi Ohira Plant. In the newly developed vehicle, the shape of the front pillar was made thinner to ensure good driving. In addition, design features were added that take the needs of students into consid...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/01

ed it in 2015 for interior decorative parts in its Roadster, the automaker has expanded the number of models that use the plastics. The OEM developed materials and optimized mold specifications to greatly improve formability so that the plastics can be used for large exterior parts with complicated shapes like the front grill. The front grill adopting bio-engineering plans will gradually for models other than the CX-5. The CX-5 is produced at Maz...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/11

with Sudan’s G Group in Beijing to launch a new “Made in China and Sudan” automobile assembly model. Taking this signing as an opportunity, Dongfeng Motor will join hands with G Group to deepen cooperation in the Sudanese market. At present, the sales network in South Sudan has begun to take shape, and Dongfeng Motor’s products will be officially launched soon. In the future, the two parties also plan to expand cooperation to South Sudan...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/10

d it will invest USD 54 million to expand its assembly operations and locate a new facility at Ford’s BlueOval City Supplier Park. Avancez will join Magna as a supplier at the Stanton site, creating 501 jobs. On May 14, Ford announced that its BlueOval City campus in Stanton, Tennessee, is taking shape as robotic training cells, conveyors, paint spray booths and stamping press lines are installed at the Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center assembl...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/05