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Hyundai Xcient truck to use ZF’s fifth-gen electronically controlled air suspension

ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has announced the series production of the latest, fifth generation of its market leading Electronically Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) technology OptiRide ECAS for Hyundai Motor Company (HMC). The series production for HMC follows the start of production for one of the leading European commercial vehicle manufacturers in 2024. Hyundai… Continue reading Hyundai Xcient truck to use ZF’s fifth-gen electronically controlled air suspension

Valeo wins imaging radar system biz for automated driving from premium carmaker

Valeo has been selected by a premium global automaker for a new radar system to equip its personally-owned vehicles with a hands-off, eyes-off automated driving system. The first production nomination for this radar system will enable an expanded operational design domain of automated driving and improved human-machine response for road hazards at high speeds, among… Continue reading Valeo wins imaging radar system biz for automated driving from premium carmaker

Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

As a result of demand picking up for its two electric-origin SUVs – the BE 6 and XEV 9e – Mahindra & Mahindra has registered its highest-ever monthly production and wholesales since the two new EVs were launched in India in January 2025. May 2025 saw a total of 3,692 units manufactured at the Chakan… Continue reading Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

Toyota Urban Cruiser

So what can we learn in Madrid that we couldn’t from a drive of the Suzuki at a British proving ground? Well, actual roads with actual traffic do give a better idea of how well it performs in the real world. To drive, it’s actually quite nice. Enough grip and well-weighted steering make it enjoyable… Continue reading Toyota Urban Cruiser

We drive Toyota’s overhauled Tesla Model Y fighter

Some paddles have sprouted from the steering wheel to control the regenerative braking. There’s a free-wheeling mode but true one-pedal and adaptive modes remain absent. The by-wire brake pedal is nicely progressive. I was slightly surprised that Toyota tinkered with the dynamics, because I always thought the bZ4X drove quite nicely, albeit in a slightly… Continue reading We drive Toyota’s overhauled Tesla Model Y fighter

Official pics: Electric Mercedes GLC ramps up for September debut

Efficiency is further boosted by a new heat pump, which is not only significantly more effective than the system in use today but also far more compact. This has allowed Mercedes to integrate a 100-litre frunk in addition to a 560-litre rear boot, providing the GLC EV with even greater luggage space than the ICE GLC on… Continue reading Official pics: Electric Mercedes GLC ramps up for September debut

Toyota bZ4X

Whether it’s the Toyota Corolla, RAV4 or C-HR, there is a certain consistency with Toyota interiors, so you know what to expect: not the last word in material richness and a slightly more disjointed design than German manufacturers tend to deliver, but you can count on form-follows-function ergonomics and impeccable build quality. It’s surprising, then,… Continue reading Toyota bZ4X

The Trump-Elon Musk Feud Creates More Problems for Tesla

Already suffering from steep declines in sales and profit, the carmaker could now face the president’s wrath. Go to Source