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Flame Retardant Thermoplastics Polyester Web Adhesive Sandwich Panels Speeds Aerospace Production

Responding to the safety needs of mass transportation, and focusing particularly on reducing the risk of fire in these vehicles and aircraft, Bostik has launched a new core web adhesive sandwich panel. This draws on the natural design used in the construction of bee hives to reap the benefits of its light weight, strength, and… Continue reading Flame Retardant Thermoplastics Polyester Web Adhesive Sandwich Panels Speeds Aerospace Production

Ducati begins production of front and rear radar tech-equipped Multistrada V4

Production of the new Multistrada V4 has begun at the Ducati factory in Borgo Panigale, the first motorcycle in the world to use front and rear radar technology. The Bologna-based motorcycle manufacturer will officially present the fourth-generation model on 4 November. This model is one of Ducati’s most successful motorcycles, with over 110,000 units produced.… Continue reading Ducati begins production of front and rear radar tech-equipped Multistrada V4

ZF speeds up development of commercial vehicle intelligence

Building on its recent acquisition of WABCO, ZF is accelerating the development of its product and systems portfolio to enable intelligent commercial vehicles. According to the company, this includes an industry-first autonomous trailer coupling function and energy-saving truck-trailer combination. EU requirements for manufacturers to reduce new commercial vehicle carbon dioxide fleet emissions by 15 percent… Continue reading ZF speeds up development of commercial vehicle intelligence

Here Is the Lamborghini Record Everyone Saw Coming, Involves the Urus SUV

21 Jul 2020, 11:31 UTC ·
by Aurel Niculescu

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Lamborghini must be making quite a few internal jokes about Ferrari’s stubbornness to keep annual production levels under the 10,000 threshold. The historic rival from Emilia-Romagna has surpassed the figure in just two years and with only one model – the Urus SUV. Do you need any more evidence that crossovers and Sport Utility Vehicles are the hottest automotive commodity on the planet?
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Lamborghini proudly announced that just a few months after celebrating the second anniversary of its market introduction the Urus SSUV (the Italians like to call it a Super SUV), it has already surpassed the 10,000th unit production mark. A far cry from the exclusivity of its spiritual predecessor – the LM002 was made as part of the Lamborghini Militaria series between 1986 and 1993 in just 328 examples.
Of course, modern times need the numbers to ensure ultimate survival – the Urus is clearly not qualifying as a collector’s product, but rather needs to ensure the continued endurance of the brand just as the mechanically-related Cayenne did for Porsche. And we can already see it at work – the production process was deeply affected by the lockdown so we can only commend Lambo on reaching the new record figure.
On the other hand, chassis number 10,000 might achieve collector status at some point in the future – although fans will have to search all over Russia for this particular Nero Noctis Matt example. Just to lend a helping hand, the unit can also be identified via other particularities – namely the exterior carbon fiber package, two-tone Ad Personam interior in black and orange which also comes spiced up with more carbon fiber elements.
Novelties for the 2021 Lamborghini Urus include the so-called Urus Pearl Capsule that enables a two-tone look for the exterior with help from new “ultra-bright pearlescent shades with four-layer paint”: Giallo Inti (yellow), Arancio Borealis (orange), and Verde Mantis (green).
They are all combined with a gloss black roof and additional elements in the same contrasting color. The company made the new options possible thanks to its new paint shop dedicated exclusively to Urus production that was opened on the Manifattura Lamborghini grounds back in 2019.

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2021 Ford Bronco Sport “Job 1” Production Starts October 26th in Mexico

21 Jul 2020, 18:02 UTC ·
by Mircea Panait

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Alongside the mid-size Bronco, the Ford Motor Company rolled out the Bronco Sport on July 14th with Escape underpinnings. The unibody crossover will be the first to enter production, and Job 1 is scheduled for the 26th of October.
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Ford Authority reports that the order banks opened concomitantly with the reservations. At the moment, buyers can opt for the Base at $26,660 excluding destination charger and optional extras. The Big Bed, Outer Banks, and Badlands are also available from $28,160 to $32,660 while the First Edition has been spoken for. If off-road capability is what you’re after from the compact-sized unibody utility vehicle, look no further than the Badlands.
Essential features of the Bronco Sport in this configuration include the advanced 4×4 system, no fewer than seven Go Over Any Terrain driving modes, four bash plates, trick suspension, and 29-inch Falken Wildpeak A/T tires. Instead of conventional alloys, the Badlands flaunts “steelie” aluminum wheels.
One of the more controversial aspects of the Bronco Sport is the entry-level engine. The 1.5-liter EcoBoost may develop 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque, but it’s a three-cylinder plant as opposed to the optional mill. Level up to the 2.0-liter EcoBoost, and you’re treated to one more cylinder, 245 ponies, 275 torques, better cooling, and the eight-speed transmission from the base engine.
Speaking of controversial things, have a guess where the Bronco Sport is made. No, it’s not Wayne in Michigan alongside the Bronco and Ranger but Hermosillo in Mexico. The Ford Motor Company picked its southern neighbor for the Mustang Mach-E crossover as well, which is a Mustang only in badge and nameplate.
The biggest rival for the Bronco Sport comes in the guise of the Jeep Compass, which has the upper hand over the Badlands in Trailhawk spec. For reference, the base model with all-wheel drive kicks off at $23,780 while the off-road version with the Trail Rated badge is $29,850 excluding freight.

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Tesla dissolves its PR department – a new first in the industry

Electrek can confirm that Tesla has dissolved its PR department – technically becoming the first automaker who doesn’t talk to the press. It is something that we have discussed on our podcast several times over the last few months, but now that reporters are publicly complaining about it – we thought we’d clear things up… Continue reading Tesla dissolves its PR department – a new first in the industry

Mahle Powertrain adapts MJI tech for easy integration into existing engines

Mahle Powertrain’s passive Mahle Jet Ignition (MJI) technology can now be easily added into existing engine designs with only minimal changes to the final machining process. This passive MJI can now be installed as a press-in unit into engines utilising an M12 sparkplug, or larger. The passive MJI system features a small pre-chamber, which when… Continue reading Mahle Powertrain adapts MJI tech for easy integration into existing engines

eMatrixmile and Magenta to set up 10,000 EV charging stations across India

Mumbai-based eMatrixmile India and Magenta EV Solutions have joined forces for installation and commissioning of ‘Qyk Pod’ charging stations with associated infrastructure and stations in Mumbai, MMR and Maharashtra region. The partnership aims to install around 10,000 electric charging stations across India in sustained phases. Aiming to create greater synergy between the two organisations and… Continue reading eMatrixmile and Magenta to set up 10,000 EV charging stations across India

2021 Ford Bronco Deliveries to Start in June 2021 as per Reservations Page

25 Jul 2020, 17:02 UTC ·
by Mircea Panait

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Sad news, ladies and gents! The hottest American nameplate of the moment has disappointed once again, but it’s not the fault of the Bronco. Due to overwhelming demand in the guise of $100 reservations, deliveries of the mid-size SUV have been pushed back from April to June 2021.
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That leaves very little time for Ford to deliver 2021 models before the 2022 rolls out next fall, which is why the reservations page also mentions an even more worrying piece of information. “Due to the high number of reservations, deliveries may extend into the 2022 calendar year.”
It’s too soon to say how this delay will favor the Jeep Wrangler, but the Ford Motor Company shouldn’t rest on its laurels right now. The waiting time will undoubtedly convince a handful of reservation holders to pick up the Rubicon right off the dealer lot, and going forward, Jeep may surprise us with a 6.4-liter HEMI option for the two- and four-door Wrangler.
The Blue Oval doesn’t plan to offer an eight-cylinder engine, and the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 isn’t on par with the 392 option from Fiat Chrysler either. Adding insult to injury, the six-pot is an auto-only affair. The 10-speed transmission is also required if you opt for the Sasquatch Package while Jeep is much obliged to offer the Rubicon with a manual from the get-go.
It may sound funny, but the Blue Oval may have rushed the Bronco's reveal without thinking things through. An equivalent V8 to the HEMI may not be of the essence here, but the limited availability of the seven-speed manual with a crawler gear has put off quite a few customers.
This isn’t the first time Ford messed the roll-out of an all-new vehicle. Remember the 2020 Explorer and Aviator fiasco from last year? A series of manufacturing problems at the Chicago Assembly Plant forced the Dearborn-based automaker to ship thousands of examples to a different factory by truck, and as a result, customers had to wait longer for delivery.

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