with only the QX50, QX55, QX60, and QX80 in its U.S. lineup. Infiniti plans to have a new electric sedan that will replace the Q50. Dealers have been shown images of a fastback sedan that features a new headlight and taillight design, with a single light strip spanning the vehicle's width, with the rear described as sporty and Porsche-like. Nissan previously announced the Canton plant as a manufacturing site for EVs in the U.S., though it has pus...

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cond quarter. The number of workers at the plant will be increased from the current 2,700 to over 4,500. The investment amount will also be increased from the previously announced $600 million to some $700 million to fund for manufacturing equipment of the "Dart." Two production lines for front and rear suspensions for the "Dart" will be built at the plant as well. The 2013 "Dart" will come in five types of SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T. Their...

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r is being sold in Argentina, imported from Mexico since January 2016. The Cordoba Frontier will be manufactured in the double cabin configuration and use the same 190 hp 2.3-liter bi-turbo diesel engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission or seven-speed automatic transmission and available in rear-wheel-drive or 4WD. Modifications to the Cordoba Frontier will include an improved bumper, suspension, sound insulation, and more robust electron...

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chnology it will launch in Brazil On September 2, Mercedes-Benz announced that it has started production of its GLA as the second model at its Iracemapolis plant five months after its official opening. Flexibly assembled on the same line as the C-Class Sedan, it marks the first time both front and rear wheel drive vehicles have been assembled on the same line. This is possible due to the low level of automation at the plant. On June 5, Mercedes-...

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Daimler Truck AG, Mannheim Plant Diesel engines for CVs and special purpose vehicles, Industrial diesel engines, Remanufactured assemblies commercial vehicles and passenger car cylinder crankcases, Commercial vehicle cylinder heads, Rear axle housings and flywheels Mercedes-AMG V12 engine High-voltage systems: Battery packs (2021-), Battery cells (planning; pilot phase launched in 2024) Engine assembly plant and battery production plant, the comp...

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mming Dies for all doors and hoods was carried out. A new robotic welding line has been designed and installed. Apart from this, modifications in its existing painting, assembling, tester, and engine assembly lines were executed. To enhance the in-house plastic parts production, molds of the front, rear bumper, and front grille were arranged. To achieve cost savings, the new facility for the assembling of Alto AGS Transmission was also installed....

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PS at 5,000 rpm and with a maximum torque of 205 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The new hatchback is equipped with such safety features as six airbags, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), and ESC (Electronic Stability Control). Its variant is also equipped with Android-based infotainment system and Park Assist with rear parking sensors. There are two variants, Executive and Premium, available in five colors. It is priced from MYR 76,388 to MYR 79,988 (Peninsular ...

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ket, and rolled off the production line at the Chengdu Plant early November. Its wheelbase, longer than the S60 by 80 mm, and the engine set sideways have expanded the interior space. Its exterior is designed to tune in the taste of Chinese users, including chrome plating of front grille frames and rear bumper decorations. It features the IAQS air cleaning system and the CZIS automated cabin cleaning system, cutting 95% or more particulate matter...

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ked by MLIT on January 26: the Daihatsu Gran Max, Toyota Motor Corporation’s Town Ace, and Mazda Motor Corporation’s Bongo (all truck types only). As a result of the verification of the three models, MLIT confirmed that they were non-compliant with the standard for prevention of fuel leakage in rear-end collisions as a defect separate from the certification procedural irregularities. The battery fixture could become detached and fail to hold ...

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ant to build the Ram 1500 truck. On January 15 at the North American International Auto Show, FCA introduced the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 pickup truck, which is lighter, longer and wider than the previous model. The 2019 Ram 1500’s cab length has increased a total of four inches inside, allowing the rear passenger seat to recline by 8 degrees. Three new, longer frame lengths are offered: a 144.5-inch wheelbase on Crew Cab short beds and a 153.5-in...

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released teaser images of its 2011 "Dodge Durango," which will get into production at the Jefferson North plant at the end of 2010. It shares the basic portion with the "Jeep Grand Cherokee." Its 3.6-liter V6 "Pentastar" or 5.7-liter V8 "Hemi" engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. A rear-wheel-drive and an all-wheel drive are be available. The "Durango" made its debut in 1998 as a 7-seater SUV based on a mid-size pickup truck "Dak...

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scape with an opening of 800 mm in width and 760 mm in length. The Citroen C1 measures 3,460 mm long, 1,620 mm wide and 1,450 mm high. It weighs 840 kg and has a minimum turning radius of 4.8 meters. It has seats for four adults and the luggage space of 196 liters can be expanded to 850 liters when rear seats are folded. It is powered by the VTi 68 straight three-cylinder 1.0-liter petrol PureTech engine (68bhp) or the VTi 82 1.2-liter variant (8...

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uble cab options. The single cab comes in two wheelbase variants. With different cab, engine, and drive configurations, over 50 bodywork setups are possible. The vehicle is built in Września plant, Poland, and is powered by a 2-litre diesel engine available in 140 hp, 163 hp, or 177 hp. It offers rear, front, or 4MOTION drive, with a choice of a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic gearbox. A new 163 hp engine paired with front-wheel drive is id...

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ng a series of recalls, the automaker has reorganized its quality assurance system within the company, suspending the launch for six months from June 2014. The Grace is a compact sedan with a extra roominess comparative to upper middle sedans. By adopting a long-wheel-base structure and positioning rear seats at the lowest possible end, the cabin space, particularly foot area, for rear seat occupants comes close to that of the Accord Hybrid. It u...

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high-performance electric cars Valmet, Finland assembles high-voltage batteries for Volvo Cars 60 and 90 series Volvo Car Group and Northvolt to join forces in battery development and production Volvo Cars to invest SEK 10 billion in Torslanda plant Volvo Cars adopted Mega-casting in Torslanda for rear floor section of a new EV platform Volvo Cars and Northvolt to establish new 50 GWh battery plant in Gothenburg Volvo Cars starts produ...

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roduction, the plant also shifted from daytime only to day and night operations. On January 19 Nissan announced that it will add a 4WD variant to its NV 200 Vanette Van lineup and release it on January 30. The new vehicle adopts an auto torque control 4WD system that allocates optimal torque to the rear wheels according to road conditions and vehicle speed. In addition, it has a multi-link type rear suspension developed for 4WD vehicles to achiev...

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the "TX4." CO2 emissions are rated at 139g/km. The EV version is based on the "e-NV200," which shares the EV system with the "Leaf." Its running cost is about one fifth of that of the diesel engine version. The "NV200 London Taxi" is spacious enough to accommodate five adults in comfort with three rear seats and two folding-type seats facing the third row. The assistant's seat can be detached to provide increased baggage space. Sliding doors for...

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2023-), PHV 750e xDrive (2023-), EV i7 (2022-), EV i7 M70 xDrive (2023-); 8 Series (2018-2026 planning), 8 Series mild-hybrid (2020-); EV iX (2021-), Rolls-Royce's bodyshells; Battery and electric engines for i3 EV (2013-), E-gear, the aluminum structure of the chassis; Front axle, front end and rear chassis modules for i8 PHEV; Battery for MINI EV (2020-), traction motors, electric drives system (E-Drive) (2020-); The 5th generation electric ...

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omponents and create more than 1,000 jobs. BMW said it will invest 125 million euros in its plants in Dingolfing and Landshut to produce driving components of the "BMW i." The Dingolfing plant will produce batteries for the EV "i3." aluminum components for the E-gear chassis, front axles. front and rear modules for the "i8." The Landshut plant will produce not only EVs and range extender motors, but also high-voltage batteries, motor gear units. ...

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e Tank 700 Hi4-T. On December 3, Great Wall Motor (GWM) started accepting pre-orders for the Tank 500 Hi4-Z luxury mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid SUV. The Tank 500 Hi4-Z is developed on the Hi4-Z super pan-off-road hybrid architecture and equipped with a 2.0T dedicated hybrid engine and front and rear high-power motors, delivering a maximum system power of 863ps, a peak system torque of 1,195Nm, and a fuel consumption of 8.6L/100km at low batte...

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