exterior, a model equipped with the new e-POWER powertrain has been added. The e-POWER powertrain uses electricity generated with a gasoline engine to power the motor that propels the vehicle. Vehicles equipped with this powertrain realize the powerful and highly responsive acceleration, as well as superior quietness of 100% motor propulsion. Its maximum fuel efficiency is 37.2 km / L. Previous models were made by Nissan Kyushu, but production fo...

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n-vehicle intelligent navigation products for human-vehicle co-driving scenarios. 3) Autonomous driving: Both parties will jointly explore feasible points of cooperation in terms of autonomous driving R&D tool chain and cloud platform construction. 4) Overseas ecology: Tencent will actively provide superior resource support for Changan Auto’s global business layout and explore new room for overseas expansion with the automaker. 5) Enterprise di...

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ve overall process flow. The expansion project will create approximately 900 new jobs and involve an investment of approximately 400 million dollars. A new test program by IIHS rates the performance of front crash prevention systems. The Institute rates models with front crash prevention systems as superior, advanced or basic. The vehicles were run at 12 and 25 mph toward the standing dummy vehicle in front. 74 luxury midsize cars and SUVs are th...

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Corporation launched the partially redesigned Auris in Japan. The monthly sales target for the model is set at 1,000 units. Toyota has created the high-end 120T grade for the Auris. The high-end 120T grade comes with a newly developed 1.2-liter direct-injection turbo engine (8NR-FTS) to offer both superior driving performance and high fuel efficiency of 19.4 km/liter. The 1.2-liter turbo engine generates a maximum output of 85 kW at 5,200 rpm th...

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san TITAN XD features a unique Cummins M2 Two-Stage Turbocharger and is configured to work well at both low and high engine speeds. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced on May 12 the results of recent test of seven SUV models. The Nissan Murano earns a good rating and, with a superior-rated optional front crash prevention system, qualifies for the Institute's highest award, Top Safety Pick+. Nissan announced on August 18 th...

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hassis and the B-car platform and the commercial version will be launched in the near future. The B-MAX features twin rear sliding doors with built-in B pillar. It is powered by an in-line, three-cylinder 1.0-litre Ford EcoBoost petrol engine equipped with the Ford Auto-Start-Stop system, achieving superior fuel efficiency. On June 14 Ford revealed an overview of a plan to realign production activities in Europe. The automaker will launch at leas...

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t the Kentucky plant, USA. Toyota Motor Kyushu aims to sell 350 vehicles per month in Japan. Toyota released an all new Lexus UX compact SUV on 27 November. With dimensions of 4,495 x 1,840 x 1,540 mm, it is the smallest Lexus SUV model available. In addition to adopting the GA-C platform it boasts superior steering response and stability with a low center of gravity that is achieved by reducing body weight and increasing rigidity. Both gasoline ...

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oned above the Noah and Voxy in the Toyota range. Prices including tax range from JPY 2,592,000 to JPY 3,204,000. Monthly sales target has been set at 4,000 units. Its striking T-shaped front grille down to the lower grille and the use of synthetic leather with a metallic finish express a stunning, superior quality. It comes in both gasoline and hybrid versions. Gasoline models has a 3ZR-FAE 2.0-liter engine that offers a fuel economy of 16.0 km ...

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total production capacity will increase to 600,000 engines per year. Opel announced on August 7 that its all-new three-cylinder engine will make a world premier at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The 1.0-liter turbo gasoline engine, "1.0 SIDI Turbo", is not only climate-friendly, but  also superior to many four cylinder units in noise and vibration characteristics. Developing 85 kW/115 hp, the compact engine generates maximum torque of 1...

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cle. It adopts an ultra-high rigidity, 4-tier Quad Frame jointly developed with Posco. The Quad Frame made from a maximum of 63% ultra high-tensile steel to increase safety and reduce weight. Moreover, the frame absorbs vibrations and noise in the space between the cross-section and cabin to ensure superior quietness even when driving on rough roads. On March 27, SsangYong Motor has named its new large SUV G4 Rexton which was previously referred ...

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ture FAW Mazda launched the all-new CX-4 crossover SUV. This is the newest model to adopt SKYACTIV technology and Mazda's "Kodo- Soul of Motion" design language. It is produced at FAW Car's first plant. The CX-4 realizes SUV-like ground clearance, and equipping the i-ACTIV AWD 4WD system results in superior performance. The 4WD version is equipped with a 2.5L engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and the 2WD version with a 2.0L engine and...

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8 engine, producing a  560 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. Launching from 0-60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, the RS 7 has a top track speed of 174 mph (280km/h). Mated to an eight-speed TiptronicR automatic transmission, the RS 7 features the Audi quattroR all-wheel drive system with sport differential for superior grip and handling. Audi announced on August 14 that the new A8, to be presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show, will be equipped with advanced t...

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be boosted to the level of 300,000 in the future. Production of the Citroen C5 and another new model of Peugeot will begin by the end of 2009. The C5 will be offered in three engine displacement choices, 2.0L, 2.3L or 3.0L. The new Peugeot model will have the initial number 4, which is given to the superior segment cars than 307. Hybrid SUV (HEV) will also be added in the model range. The Citroen C5, a medium to luxury sedan has been released. It...

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es. - Ultra-long range: Contains a 59.05kWh battery, with a WLTC electric-mode range of over 200km. - Ultra-high energy efficiency: Deeply integrates a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission and a continuously variable transmission. 40% and 38.5% for 2.0T and 3.0T high-power engines, respectively. - Superior performance: Features a high-performance engine and front and rear high-power motors, with a combined system power of 715kW. In the future, T...

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er vehicle, exceeded 10,000km during field testing under various operating conditions in Tianjin. The Trumpchi E9 employs the GAC Group in-house developed Mega Wave hydrogen hybrid system offering both hydrogen and electric modes, where the core component, a direct-injection hydrogen engine, boasts superior performance, with a maximum thermal efficiency of 45% and a power per liter of over 80kW/L. The model delivers an industry-leading hydrogen c...

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concept focuses on the word “fun”. The visual design using the new track badge AEOLUS makes the brand look stylish and dynamic. Dongfeng Aeolus is based on the CMP (common modular platform) and maintains the characteristics of racing cars. It is about to launch the self-developed DSMA (Dongfeng superior modular architecture) and will continue to push forward the intelligent driving R&D. It aims to reach L3 autonomous driving in 2021 and L3+ a...

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five-door hatchback and Impreza G4 sedan. The updated models feature sporty design on the front face and improved interior quality with a metallic finish added. The optimized suspension settings offer increased riding comfort and FHI's vibration and acoustic measures provide the updated models with superior quiet performance. The updated models are also equipped with FHI's latest driver assistance system "EyeSight (ver.3)". Fuji Heavy Industries ...

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s able to restore supply to Maruti Suzuki to normal levels by utilizing three other plants. Maruti Suzuki announced on May 18 that the refreshed Alto 800 now comes with a more attractive front design, fresh interiors, vibrant colours, higher fuel efficiency and new features. Alto 800 now delivers a superior fuel efficiency of 24.7 km/L of petrol, around 9% improvement. In CNG mode the Alto 800 offers a mileage of 33.44 km/Kg an improvement of aro...

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liveries will start by the end of the month. On May 19, Jeep India announced that its premium SUV segment continues to enjoy strong demand for diesel powertrain and for the same, Jeep India will continue to invest and develop its state-of-the-art 2.0 L multiJet turbo diesel powertrains which offers superior torque, lower emissions, and an impressive fuel efficiency. The company highlighted that it would discontinue the production of the gasoline ...

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is scheduled for fourth quarter. Chrysler announced on August 12 that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan a 2014 Top Safety Pick Plus. The 200 earned good ratings in all five tests of the Institute's crashworthiness evaluations, and a superior rating for its available crash prevention system. These ratings made the 200 be qualified for the IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus award. FCA has ma...

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