opean market the "Prius +" based on a 3-row version of the "Prius α" will be released in the middle of 2012. Toyota reported a recall of 47,704 "Prius" cars that were manufactured between October 3, 1997 and May 30, 2003. It will also recall about 58,000 exported cars, The problem will be a faulty steering caused by a nut that may come loose if the steering is operated with too much force repeatedly. Toyota Motor announced that it will showcase ...

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gned RAV4 in Japan, marking the first domestic launch in three years. Both gasoline and hybrid versions are available, with the gasoline version featuring a world-first 4WD system that realizes dynamic torque vectoring (AWD). The incorporation of a torque vector mechanism enables precise and stable steering, while the disconnect mechanism transmits driving force to the rear wheels when 4WD driving is deemed unnecessary. As hybrid vehicles that em...

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produces more than 2,300 units of the DQ200 7-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG) every day, which is used in numerous Skoda models as well as in other vehicles from Volkswagen Group. In 2019, Skoda Auto produced its three millionth DQ200 transmission. On June 24, Skoda Auto announced that it will be steering successfully through the next decade with its new ‘NEXT LEVEL – ŠKODA STRATEGY 2030’, which lays out ambitious goals in the areas of i...

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stem (AEBS), electronic braking system (EBS) including the brake pedal box, ESCsmart electronic stability control (ESC), and OnHand electro-pneumatic handbrake (EPH). The OnLaneALERT lane departure warning system (LDWS) helps to prevent unintended lane drifts. ZF has also provided components in the steering system like the steering column and the steering gear. ZF's OptiRide electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS) supports docking and loa...

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m), with a front-engine FWD layout and a maximum speed of 150km/h. The 360km- and 460km-range models are equipped with 37.9kWh and 50.6kWh lithium iron phosphate batteries, respectively. The Yunduo is equipped with the LingOS 2.0 cockpit, and comes standard with such features as EPS (Electric Power Steering) and EPB (Electronic Parking Brake). In addition, Baojun unveiled the LingOS 2.0 co-developed with DJI Automotive. The 460km-range Yunduo is ...

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m), with a front-engine FWD layout and a maximum speed of 150km/h. The 360km- and 460km-range models are equipped with 37.9kWh and 50.6kWh lithium iron phosphate batteries, respectively. The Yunduo is equipped with the LingOS 2.0 cockpit, and comes standard with such features as EPS (Electric Power Steering) and EPB (Electronic Parking Brake). In addition, Baojun unveiled the LingOS 2.0 co-developed with DJI Automotive. The 460km-range Yunduo is ...

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passive safety system components. The project will create 200 new jobs. The total investment amount will be RUB 1.5 billion. As part of the project, on the territory of the UAZ industrial park, the production of critical components for the automotive industry will be launched. It includes airbags, steering wheels, seat belts, and electronic system control units. Serial production will start in 2025. The end customers will be the enterprises of t...

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uling launched its all-new MPV, Wuling Zhengcheng. With regard to powertrain, it is equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged engine, coupled with a six-speed manual transmission. It consumes 7.6L of fuel per 100km. Some models have features such as rear view camera with guide lines, and a multifunction steering wheel with cruise control. On September 13, the Wuling brand of SAIC GM announced that it will launch Asta (Xing Chen), its first strategic S...

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ed a Russian six-speed gearbox. The power unit is manufactured at the ZMZ industrial site and is installed on all Sollers Atlant modifications with a 2.7-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 150 hp. The company is currently actively preparing to launch the production of safety system components - steering wheels, airbags, seat belts, and electronic control units. On January 30, PJSC SOLLERS started production of Sollers ST6 and Sollers ST8 all-...

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at São José dos Pinhais plant in Brazil Bridgestone supplies OE tire to Renault Duster produced in São José dos Pinhais Renault seeks to lay off 800 workers in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil Renault workers continue to strike at plant in São José dos Pinhais Thyssenkrupp provides electric steering units for Renault Duster, produced in São José dos Pinhais Workers end strike with Renault at São José dos Pinhais Nissan Brasil ends pr...

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SAIC 60M RMB in the new company. At Auto Shanghai SAIC Motor exhibited five new energy models developed of its own including Roewe 550 plug-in hybrid and Roewe 350 battery electric vehicle. The new PHEV based on Roewe 550 is fitted with a 1.5 VCT engine, self-developed hybrid system, electric power steering system and air conditioning system. It consumes 2.7L per 100km and conforms to the National V emission standard of China. Commercial producti...

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Vs and for another Skoda model. In this regard, it was decided that the next generation of the Skoda Kodiaq would continue to be produced in Kvasiny. The development of the next-generation Superb will remain with Skoda Auto in the Czech Republic too. On June 24, Skoda Auto announced that it will be steering successfully through the next decade with its new ‘NEXT LEVEL – ŠKODA STRATEGY 2030’, which lays out ambitious goals in the areas of i...

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q iV in Arctic Silver Metallic. In addition to vehicles, Skoda Auto also produces engines, the MQ100 and MQ200 manual transmissions and axles in Mladá Boleslav, as well as high-voltage batteries for the plug-in hybrid models of several Group brands. On June 24, Skoda Auto announced that it will be steering successfully through the next decade with its new ‘NEXT LEVEL – ŠKODA STRATEGY 2030’, which lays out ambitious goals in the areas of i...

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ch automatically opens the rear gate when the driver moves his/her leg over a sensor on the lower portion of the rear bumper. In addition, it features DCC Adaptive Chassis Control. With the suspension system that controls the damping force of the damper and the characteristics of the electric power steering instantly, the driver can select from three drive models - normal, comfort, and sport - depending on a variety of driving conditions. On July...

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automaker will add the 2nd-generation of its Toyota Safety Sense preventive safety package as standard equipment on all models. The 2nd generation version adopts technologies such as pre-crash safety, which can detect bicycle drivers and pedestrians at night, and lane tracing assist, which assists steering operations so that vehicles drive in the center of their lane. On September 10 Toyota announced that operations of assembled vehicle plants h...

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the field of autonomous driving, this architecture reserves places for installation of 36 sensors (6 millimeter wave radars, 13 cameras, 5 lidars and 12 ultrasonic radars), high definition maps and positioning, 5G-V2X modules, 2 high computing power domain controllers, redundant braking, redundant steering and redundant power. So far, L3 conditioned autonomous driving models out of this architecture are ready for production. In terms of power sy...

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(EVs). The joint laboratory will leverage on I2R’s deep vehicle expertise in integrating autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies and combine BYD’s state-of-the-art electric vehicle (EV) capabilities. Drive-by-Wire system in BYD’s electric cars will be used for electronically controlling brakes, steering and other systems in new electric vehicles. Autonomous vehicle fleet management system will also be embedded in the new EVs. BYD's e6 electri...

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sub-brand. At the launch, Yangwang officially unveiled the U8, its first flagship off-road SUV, and the U9 electric sports car. The two models are equipped with independent wheel-side motors in the four wheels, which is called the “Yisifang” technology by BYD and is truly capable of 360-degree steering in place and even straight driving, steering and precise handling in water through output of the four wheels and the four motors without rely...

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t new Crosstrek Hybrid at 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show Subaru to debut all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek at New York Auto Show Subaru adds hybrid model to XV lineup Subaru resumed production at Gunma plant on January 28 Subaru stops production at Gunma plant on January 16 due to defects in electric power steering Subaru suspends operations at the Gunma Plant, typhoon hinders parts supply Subaru resumes operations at its Gunma Plant Subaru suspends oper...

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Stellantis announced that the new Peugeot 3008, which will be revealed in September 2023, is the first model to receive the New Peugeot panoramic i-Cockpit. The new generation of Peugeot i-Cockpit features a 21-inch high-definition curved panoramic screen floating above the dashboard, a new compact steering wheel, and i-Toggles. On September 12, Stellantis unveiled new generation Peugeot E-3008 C segment electric SUV which will be available for s...

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