Images of the Smart FourJoy have been released ahead of the quirky concept’s unveiling at next week’s Frankfurt motor show. Described as a “forerunner of a new Smart generation”, the happily named FourJoy concept ...
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Jaguar Land Rover will lead a collaborative research and development program into advanced next-generation hybrid and electric powertrain technologies based on the Range Rover Evoque. Dubbed ‘Evoque_e‘, the two-year ...
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British automotive maker Ricardo has launched a new project, Advanced Diesel Electric Powertrain (ADEPT), to bring low voltage concept intelligent electrification to diesel vehicle. The company has collaborated with Ford Motor, Control ...
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British luxury car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is leading a GBP16.3m advanced powertrain research and development program, Evoque_e, for the development of next-generation hybrid and battery-electric powertrain technologies based ...
The Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R has been revealed in full, with a new gallery of images showing the high-performance pocket rocket concept on track ahead of its debut at next week’s Frankfurt motor show. Redesigned headlights, a wider ...
Detroit Diesel Corp. announced today that it has built its 500,000th Detroit steer axle at its Redford, Mich. plant. Detroit offers a full line of axles, including steer axles with weight ratings up to 20,000 lbs, and rear axles rated up ...
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The Kia Niro concept could give life to a city-sized production SUV if it receives a positive reaction from the public at next month’s Frankfurt motor show. Kia says its dramatically styled Niro concept hints at a possible future ...
German automaker Daimler is planning to invest about EUR2bn in China, as part of its efforts to double capacity at its Chinese joint venture, Beijing Benz Automotive, to 200,000 units per year over the next two years. The latest ...
Global automotive supplier Magna International's subsidiary Magna Powertrain has established a new engine manufacturing facility at the Tianjin Airport Economic Area in China. The new facility, which has a footprint of about 13,500sqm, ...
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The facelifted Peugeot 5008 has been revealed, introducing fresh exterior styling and a subtly revised cabin to the French brand’s seven-seater. The updated 5008 embraces Peugeot’s new family face, incorporating stylised ...
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The Toyota Yaris Hybrid R concept will boast power and performance to rival serious sports cars when it debuts at next month’s Frankfurt motor show. Beneath the three-door Yaris Hybrid R’s bonnet lurks a 223kW, 1.6-litre ...
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The Peugeot 208 Hybrid FE concept will showcase the French manufacturer’s ultra-fuel-efficient city car ambitions when it debuts at next month’s Frankfurt motor show. Previewed as a technology demonstration at March’s ...
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Japanese automaker Toyota has unveiled the 2014 Land Cruiser Prado sport utility vehicle (SUV) with improved front end, upgraded cabin and a new safety feature. The upgraded SUV will be offered with two powertrain options including a ...
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German automaker Audi has introduced the 2014 A8 sedan, ahead of its global debut at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show to be held in September 2013. The improved sedan version is offered with four powertrain versions including two ...
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Czech automobile manufacturer Skoda has started the production of its compact segment vehicle, the Rapid Spaceback at its main factory in Mlada Boleslav. The Rapid Spaceback stage is scheduled for its debut at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor ...
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