panding for Q5 successor Audi Mexico to build solar energy park to power San Jose Chiapa plant Audi to produce EVs at Puebla, Mexico plant Audi begins process to install solar park at San José Chiapa plant Audi Mexico’s San José Chiapa plant produces 500,000 Q5 SUVs Kumho appointed OE tire supplier for Audi Q5 built in Mexico VW’s plants in Puebla and Silao, Audi’s in San Jose Chiapa, Mexico to close over COVID-19 crisis Audi ...

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s in South America Stellantis to increase integration and localization of parts in South America Fiat introduces updated 2023 Cronos in Brazil with new sporty CVT transmission Fiat reaches production of 250,000 Cronos in Córdoba, starts 2nd shift Toyota, Ford halt production in Argentina due to tire conflict Stellantis to halt production for a week at Ferreyra plant in Argentina GM, Stellantis, Toyota and VW halt production in Brazil due to ...

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. The vehicle, depending on the version,  is equipped with one 80-liter or two 39.1-liter cylinders with methane compressed to 200 atmospheres. The base car is also equipped with a wide range of necessary options, as well as passive and active safety systems, including ABS, ESP, hill assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system. The vehicle can drive 1.5 times longer using gasoline and natural gas motor fuel before the next refueling. The vehic...

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Ford South Africa, Silverton Assembly Plant Ford Ranger (2001-), Everest (2016-2022), Ranger Raptor (2019-2022), Ranger PHEV (2025-); Mazda BT-50 (-2015); Volkswagen Amarok (2023-); Wheels, Tires; PHEV Battery Pack Assembly (2025-); Ford's plant in South Africa - Number of Employees: over 5,200 (as of April 2025) (including both Silverton and Struandale Engine Plant). - The plant went into operation in 1968. Ford expands local producti...

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), a Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system and an Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system. On August 29, BYD launched the all-new Dolphin (EA1) small battery electric vehicle at the Chengdu Motor Show. As the automaker’s first Ocean-series model. In addition, the vehicle comes standard with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), an Integrated Power Brake (IPB) system and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).  On September 8, BYD unveiled c...

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the-air) updates. The Maple 60s PRO equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor (100kW/230Nm) and a 1-speed transmission. Powered by a 52.56kWh ternary lithium-ion battery or a 51.8kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, the sedan offers an NEDC range of 415km or 407km. It has features such as a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and a Hill Hold Control (HHC) system. On November 2, the first unit of the Livan 9, Livan Automobile’s first...

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ent battery thermal management, vehicle-machine interconnection system on the app (including functions such as remote inquiry of vehicle status data, intelligent recharge, and booking of charging), HHC (Hill Hold Control), Pedestrian Detection System (PDS), rearview reverse radar system, as well as Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). On April 28, according to Wuling Motors, Wuling Motors began taking reservations for the Jiachen seven-seater ...

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ditional fuel-powered vehicles. In 2018, the Chongqing Plant, with an annual output of 300,000 units, had 70,000 units of accumulative sales, of which 39,800 units were sold under the Reina brand and about 24,000 units were sold under the Lafesta brand. That is to say, the utilization rate of the entire plant is below 30%. Therefore, Beijing Hyundai plans to reduce the production at Chongqing Plant accordingly. In the future half of the productio...

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he new Amarok II to be a premium pickup Ford plant in Pacheco, Argentina exporting Ranger trucks to more countries Ford Argentina exports Rangers to 3 new Central American, Caribbean markets Ford launches Ranger FX4 produced at Pacheco, Argentina Toyota, Ford halt production in Argentina due to tire conflict Ford Argentina produces one millionth Ranger in Pacheco Ford launches next-gen Ranger production at Silverton plant in South Africa F...

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mated either to a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission with a manual mode. Buyers of a 1.6-liter model will receive subsidy of 3,000 yuan per vehicle purchased. Its safety features include six airbags- frontal, side and curtain airbags, emergency stop signal (ESS) and tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Beijing Hyundai Motor unveiled its third generation "Santa Fe" that is locally produced for the first time at ...

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r Q1 2024 Volvo Cars introduces electric ovens to replace natural gas consumption with renewable electricity Volvo Cars introduces closed-loop recycling system for alminium scrap Polestar 3 production begins in Ridgeville, South Carolina Polestar 3 factory-fitted with Continental’s SportContact 7 tires Volvo Cars unveils new China strategy, expands production Volvo Car to expand production capacity at Chengdu Plant Volvo launches all-new XC60 ...

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us motor that delivers a maximum power of 70kW and a peak torque of 240Nm. Its batteries come from three suppliers: CATL, Henan Lithium Power Source, and FinDreams Battery. Features such as an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), reverse backup radars, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) are available. On June 18 the BAIC Group launched the "Huan Su H3F" 7-seater MPV. The newly designed front adop...

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s COVID-19 spreads Renault, Nissan plan for two plants to build 7 models on single CMF-B platform in Brazil Renault resumes production in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil on May 4 Renault dismisses 747 workers prompting strike call 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 con...

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Volkswagen exhibits all-new Magotan in Beijin FAW-VW launches new Magotan FAW-Volkswagen celebrates production of first new A4L. FAW-Volkswagen launches new Audi A4L FAW-Volkswagen plans to introduce new C-TREK FAW-VW celebrates production of first A6L e-tron C-class PHV FAW-Volkswagen completes entire construction work on EA211engine plant in Changchun FAW-Volkswagen launches new C-TREK crossover wagon FAW-Volkswagen sets a goal for sales of 1....

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V (New Energy Vehicle) equipped with dTCS, the Han EV four-wheel-drive version. The dTCS is a driving force control system specially built for NEVs. It ensures that the vehicle obtains the best adhesion under various complex road conditions such as ice and snow, and responds quickly, so that the tires basically do not slip. Compared with the traditional TCS, the core difference of dTCS is the shortening of the working path. The torque respons...

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he face of U.S. tariffs Volvo vows to boost U.S. production after 25% tariffs imposed Volvo Cars may take two years to expand U.S. production to avoid tariffs Polestar expands retail offense in U.S. with emphasis on U.S.-built Polestar 3 Polestar 3 factory-fitted with Continental’s SportContact 7 tires Volvo Cars to cut South Carolina plant workforce by 5% amid trade tensions Volvo Cars CEO says customers will pay for rising U.S. tariff costs V...

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gh with the wheelbase of 2,700 mm. The CS75 is reportedly powered by Changan Automobile's Blue Core 1.8-liter turbocharged engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with a manual mode. Its safety features are the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The CS75 is produced at the Beijing Plant, scheduled for launch in late 2013 or early 2014. Changan Automobile...

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heel configurations. Manufacturer's suggested retail price begins at 219,800 yuan and ends at 263,800 yuan. The new Captiva's power comes from a 2.4-liter Ecotec DVVT engine paired with the all-new six-speed automatic transmission with a manual mode. The Captive medium and luxury grades feature the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and dual zone automatic air conditioner. The highest grade has newly designed wheel rims. September 2013: On Se...

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BlueMotion at RMB 149,900, and the Gran Lavida Sport at RMB 148,900 or 158,900. The new Lavida Sport and the Grand Lavida Sport are characterized their dynamic and sporty exterior design. The Lavida BlueMotion has a start-stop system, a braking energy regeneration system and low rolling resistance tires. Shanghai Volkswagen will meet diversified consumer needs by extending the lineup of the Lavida family. Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive has unvei...

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sisting of a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle engine and a motor and an electronically-controlled CVT. The Chinese model has the wheelbase extended by 45 mm from the previous model to meet the needs of the Chinese buyers. Its safety features include the blind spot monitor, lane departure warning system and tire pressure monitoring system. Its body is nearly 35 kg lighter than the predecessor, contributing to energy conservation. On January 6, Toyota Moto...

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