rd, Sport and Limited. The Limited grade is equipped with a navigation and Toyota's connectivity system "Entune." It is installed with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine or a 3.5-liter V6 engine. Each of them is available in two-wheel (front wheel drive and all-wheel drive systems. An EPA estimated fuel efficiency is 22 mpg in city and 28 mpg on highway for a 4-cylinder engine and 2WD version. On November 4, Toyota announced it is going to adjust oper...

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oduction of the next-generation Tacoma, including the hybrid electric version, further strengthening Toyota’s operations in Mexico. This commitment builds on the company’s 22-year history in the country, during which Toyota has invested nearly USD 2 billion. The upgrades will enhance production efficiency, support electrification, and reduce CO2 emissions by incorporating sustainable innovations in resource usage.  On November 11, it was ann...

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inceton Plant in Indiana, with a new turbocharged engine. 2023 Highlander gas models are now equipped with a new 265 hp, 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, which replaces the previous 263-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine with more than a 50% reduction in NOx and NMOG. The Highlander Hybrid combines a high-efficiency 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with two electric motor-generators. On April 25, Toyota announced an investment of USD 1.4 billion at i...

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s also developing the pulse inverter and thermal management itself. On June 16, Volkswagen's subsidiary PowerCo SE announced its plans to implement a manufacturing process in its battery cell production plants in Europe and North America. The new technology, called Dry Coating, will greatly enhance efficiency and sustainability in volume battery cell production. PowerCo has partnered with Koenig & Bauer, a printing press manufacturer, to develop ...

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ri site in Turin, Italy, is joining the 'grEEn-campus' program, which aims to transform workplaces into sustainable and collaborative environments. Mirafiori is the latest addition to the program, joining facilities in Poissy, France, and Rüsselsheim, Germany. The grEEn-campus promotes creativity, efficiency, and a desirable work environment, supporting Stellantis' goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2038. The program includes the redesign of...

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days apply in the first half of the year, with up to 25 more if needed. Workers must use 20 hours pool days before qualifying for ERTE. Unions will vote on the proposal on February 12, 2025. On February 21, Stellantis Spain announced that its Vigo plant has upgraded its painting process to improve efficiency and sustainability with the new Short Process 4 WET system. This change will reduce energy use by 40 kWh per vehicle and cut carbon emissio...

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is used in the Toyota Mirai.   A high-flow receptacle for 70MPa filling was also on display at the expo, but photography was not permitted. 70MPa filling nozzles exhibit Niterra: SOFC cell stack   The Niterra Co., Ltd. (Niterra) SOFC (solid oxide fuel cell) has a high power generation efficiency of 40% to 65%, but its operating temperature is as high as 700 to 1000°C. Therefore, it is being commercialized as a household fuel cell s...

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or the automotive industry, the two companies aim to provide environments for highly reliable data linkage foundations. In the manufacturing industry, efforts are accelerating to automate and streamline operations by linking data from manufacturing sites, in order to improve productivity and energy efficiency throughout the supply chain, as well as reduce costs and shorten delivery times to strengthen global competitiveness. Furthermore, in recen...

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il Nissan, Renault, Stellantis and Iveco to adjust production in Argentina Renault Argentina to invest USD 350 million for producing new pickup Nissan and Renault to halt pickup production in Argentina for 3 weeks Renault Argentina reactivates Córdoba-Buenos Aires air route to enhance supply chain efficiency Nissan to possibly end production in Argentina Nissan confirms production cut at Córdoba plant in Argentina Nissan to end vehicle producti...

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ollution concerns remain Stellantis announces staggered summer shutdowns for North American plants Ram plans new products, may show concept midsize pickup in March Stellantis to cut shift at Warren Truck plant that builds Jeep Wagoneer, Ram Classic Stellantis targets Sterling Heights plant over efficiency, absenteeism issues Stellantis temporarily laying off hundreds of hourly workers at U.S., Canadian plants Stellantis approved a new proje...

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, Brazil. With the production of the 2025 Nivus, VW Brasil marks the beginning of a new era of connectivity with the new 10.1-inch VW Play Connect and the new Meu VW 2.0 app. The Anchieta plant uses cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies, including AI, 3D printing, and augmented reality, to enhance efficiency and innovation. In addition, the GTS version of the 2025 Nivus is also confirmed for the first half of 2025. This milestone is part of a br...

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c and hybrid vehicle Common mode components for on-board charger On-board charger case HV Battery Charge Plug Retention Micro Actuator (Sourced by MUNRO & ASSOCIATES, USA) HV Charge Plug Retention Release Cable (Sourced by MUNRO & ASSOCIATES, USA) On-board charger for Japan Charging port seal High-efficiency silicon carbide power electronics for on-board charger 800V 1.4T 2.0T 1.5T 200 km 120 km 2.0L 6DCT 6AT E-CVT 7DCT 8AT 8AMT 6AMT Far East ...

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tures solar coatings that could be applied like a thin paste to EV body panels. An area of 11 square meters could produce energy for up to 12,000 kilometres a year under ideal conditions. The coating does not contain any rare earths or silicon and can be easily recycled. The solar cells have a high efficiency of 20% and generate energy continuously – even when the vehicle is switched off. The car explores neuromorphic computing, a brain-inspire...

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vehicles. Annual production volume of the Solio is currently around 40,000 units. The production shift will take place when the model is fully remodeled in the summer of  2015. This will allow the company to stop producing mini-vehicles and compact cars in the same plant and improve its production efficiency. The Kosai Plant is now operating at full capacity thanks to strong sales of the Hustler crossover vehicle. Suzuki Motor Corporation's comp...

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us designed for intercity, suburban, and some urban routes in Europe. It offers comfortable transportation for all passengers, including those with disabilities. Additionally, the company also highlighted its electric vehicles. The Novociti Volt (Generation 2) which offers a better comfort, energy efficiency, and charging capabilities. The Citivolt 12, a 12-meter electric city bus, which provides zero-emission, barrier-free transport for busy ur...

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2 OEM models. Among Suzuki's existing models, the Jimny, Jimny Sierra and Escudo 2.4 are not affected by this scandal. Suzuki will continue sales of the 26 models because internal tests using legitimate driving resistance values have revealed that all the models exceed the officially announced fuel efficiency values. Suzuki Motor Corporation is suspending production at its three vehicle assembly plants in Japan due to an explosion at Advics, Co.,...

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pment Co., Ltd. (SJZ Enric). The two companies will co-develop new products, such as high-capacity cylinders for compressed natural gas and liquid ammonia, to advance energy conservation and emission reduction. They will set up a joint market research team to help customers reduce costs and improve efficiency, and will promote integrated sales services to increase their respective sales volumes and market share. From a DFCV press release...

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le IGBT module IGBT module IGBT module SiC MOSFET module SiC MOSFET module Current sensors Filter circuits Operating voltage range: 200 ~ 450VDC Operating voltage range at full power: 320 ~ 450VDC Peak current of drive motor controller: 500Arms Peak current of generator controller: 320Arms Maximum efficiency: 98.5% Size (LxWxH): 408mm × 301mm × 116mm Weight: 12kg Operating voltage range: 250 ~ 490VDC Operating voltage range at full output: 290...

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sign, development and testing of vehicles. Technical development is focused on electrification, digitalization and automated driving. It has a light competence center for testing innovative lighting systems, the safety competence center with highly advanced crash sled technology and the wind tunnel efficiency center for aerodynamic and aero-acoustics tests as well as realistic climate simulations. It has the Ehra-Lessien proving ground. It focuse...

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Volkswagen AG, Kassel Plant Transmissions (Dual clutch gearbox DSG), Foundry, Pressed parts, Exhaust systems; Electric Motors (2013-), MEB Base+ electric drive (2019-), Electric transmission, High-efficiency electric drive systems (2023-) Pulse-controlled inverter (planning) Components production plant, Competence center for e-drives - Number of employees: around 15,000 (as of April 2025) - Operation started in 1958 - Established in 1957 Volkswa...

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