December. These models are compliant with the mandatory auto-light function to be implemented in October 2023 and the "Phase 2" noise regulation. The auto-light function detects ambient brightness while driving and automatically turns the headlights on and off. The headlights turn on even when the switch is turned off, contributing to improved safety in dimly lit areas. The Aero Star also features an improved emergency driving stop system (EDSS)...

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release the new light-duty truck Kazet (payload capacity of 2 to 4 tons) which Mitsubishi Fuso produces on behalf of UD trucks under an OEM arrangement. Until now, UD Trucks has received OEM supplies of light-duty trucks from Isuzu Motors Limited and sold them as the Condor. UD Trucks, however, has switched over to Mitsubishi Fuso with whom UD trucks reached a basic agreement on OEM in June 2014. The new Kazet will be available in various types i...

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ion of the rupee. Maruti Suzuki appears to increase supply of vehicles to its current export markets, but also to explore new markets like Indonesia and Algeria. Maruti Suzuki clarifies its plans to launch several models by 2015. In 2013, it will introduce the redesigned "SX4," and in 2014, it will switch to domestic production of the "Grand Vitara" SUV. In 2015, the automaker plans to put onto the market a compact SUV based on the "XA Alpha" con...

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um-size "Forte," which is successor to the "Cerato". Hyundai Motor released the Sorento R2.0, a diesel version of the Sorento SUV. The Sorento R2.0 delivers up to 184hp or power and 40.0kg/m of torque, able to run for 15.0km per a liter. The Active Eco System equipped as a standard to automatically switch to fuel-saving mode is expected to improve Sorento R2.0's fuel efficiency by up to 11 percent. Hyundai's 2010 Forte went on sale at a price of ...

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later. The exclusive top engine version is the W12 with a displacement of 6.0 liters. All five engines operate in conjunction with a belt alternator starter (BAS), which is the nerve center of the 48-volt electrical system. This mild hybrid technology (MHEV) enables the car to coast with the engine switched off, and to restart smoothly. The A8 L e-tron Quattro with its powerful plug-in hybrid drive will follow at a later date. The new Audi A8 and...

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half of 2013. The A3 g-tron comes with a 1.4-liter gasoline engine, 1.4 TFSI (110 hp), and has two tanks under the luggage compartment floor which can each hold CNG or a methane gas (CH4) called "Audi e-gas". If the pressure in the tank drops below 10 bar, the engine management system automatically switches over to gasoline operation. "e-gas" or CNG only provides a cruising range of 400km; with engine, of 900km. The average fuel consumption of "e...

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ally about 6,000 Camrys per year. The first batch of the shipment is scheduled to arrive at a Korean port at the beginning of January. The new "Camry" is slated to be launched in the Korean market on January 16, 2012. Its old model produced in Japan, which has been so far exported to Korea, will be switched to the new model made in the U.S. on the occasion of the new model introduction. Toyota Korea released the new "Camry" on January 18. Taking ...

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th and 1,730 mm in width, and the second seat can be slid long to allow a variety of seat arrangements. The hybrid model is equipped with a hybrid system that uses a 1.8-liter engine and achieves fuel economy of 23.2 km/L (2WD model) in WLTC mode. The E-Four electric 4WD system, which automatically switches between 4WD and 2WD, is also available in addition to the 2WD models. The gasoline models are powered by a 2.0Lengine and Direct Shift-CVT (c...

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with purchasing lotteries. Sales of both models are slated to start in early 2023. When the GR Corolla RZ was unveiled, Toyota announced that the model would go on sale through Toyota vehicle dealers throughout Japan. However, continuing COVID-19 infections and the semiconductor shortage prompted a switch to an online purchasing lottery for an initial 500 units, with additional sales to be considered while monitoring the production situation. For...

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consists of a newly developed 3.5L V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine or a 3.3L V6 twin-turbo diesel engine combined with a Direct Shift-10AT (electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission). In terms of equipment, the new Land Cruiser features Toyota's first fingerprint authentication start switch. The frame of the new Land Cruiser is manufactured at Toyota's Honsha Plant and the vehicle is assembled at Toyota Auto Body Co., Ltd.'s Yoshiw...

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light fuel oil used for heating the furnaces of the car plant’s paint shop will be completely replaced by natural gas and biogas. The biogas terminal will initially use liquefied natural gas (LNG), but as soon as biogas is available in volumes required for the paint shop operations, the aim is to switch to using only biogas. In addition, the heating system of the paint shop’s furnaces will be renewed. The biogas project is estimated to reduce...

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icle. Dongfeng Infiniti released two limited editions of the QX50 and Q50L models to celebrate its 30th anniversary. On December 15, Dongfeng Fengxing announced that the 2020 sales target will be 160,000 units. In addition, Dongfeng Fengxing unveiled the plan for its future products. The brand will switch from the mid-to-low-end market to the high-end market and focus on the development of MPV models. It plans to release several new models in com...

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crossover SWM G05 Pro. The parties plan to expand cooperation, including the development of a plan to increase production capacity for the production of SWM cars and ensure appropriate investments. Upon reaching the required volume of production, it is planned to deepen the technology and gradually switch to the production of SWM cars in a full cycle - welding, painting, and assembly. They also plan an effective localization program aimed at a gr...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/12

signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with California-based Better Place that develops infrastructure network of EVs signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on electric vehicle technology. As part of the collaboration agreement, the two companies will jointly develop battery-switch technology and the Better Place EV solution in China. The SQR019 CVT developed by Chery Automobile will roll off the production line. Chery has...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/11

selection function. the I-car EV is the fruit of the company's latest green technologies, embodying Dongfeng Motor's future direction of zero-emission initiatives. Dongfeng Motor has delivered 100 units of its Aeolus‚r30 BSG hybrid to the Wuhan city government. Belt-driven Starter Generator (BSG) switches the power source from engine to motor when the vehicle stops on a red light, reducing exhaust gas, noise and fuel consumption during idling. ...

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irect production of cars and power plants would be resumed on January 18, 2023. On March 16, Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant (UAZ) announced that it continues to strengthen cooperation with the countries of South America. Bolivia will become the first export market of the brand in the region, which will switch to payments for the delivery of cars of the brand in ruble terms. The first batch of Ulyanovsk cars this year arrived in Bolivia. This time, as...

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larger than the first-generation Koleos, it’s the first SUV in D-segment for Renault. In China, it’s positioned as Renault’s flagship model, joining the Captur and the Kadjar which are already in the market. It adopts all mode 4x4-i technology, an all-wheel drive system that makes it easy to switch back and forth between 2WD (front-wheel drive), 4WD (all-wheel-drive) AUTO and 4WD LOCK modes. The new Koleos will be produced at two plants, B...

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unce the new Land Rover Discovery Sport, a mid-size SUV locally built at its Changshu Plant. The new Discovery Sport is powered by a direct-injection 2.0-liter turbo engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission with a manual mode. With its Terrain Response system, the new Discovery Sport can switch its driving mode in response to road surfaces. The new mid-size SUV also has a water-wading capability of 600 mm to offer enhanced off-road dri...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/05/08

aunches entry level Nivus 170 TSi in Brazil, Argentina Volkswagen idles production at São Bernardo do Campo, Taubaté plants VW resumes production in São Bernardo do Campo, cutting São José dos Pinhais output in May Volkswagen idles two shifts at São Bernardo do Campo plant in Brazil VW to switch from CNG to biomethane at Taubaté, São Bernardo do Campo plants VW to reduce working hours at São Bernardo do Campo plant due to chip suppl...

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. The hydrogen fuel cell stack on the vehicle completely achieves the in-house integration of membrane electrodes, bipolar plates and fuel cell stack system. It is also equipped with a China-made 70MPa high-pressure hydrogen tank. In addition, the integrated power system on the vehicle can smartly switch its operating mode among battery electric system, fuel cell system, and electric drive system, and is able to adjust the energy flow according ...

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