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Automotive Report:

Toyota to load EV manual transmission in next generation Lexus
Engine in Honda Civic Type R must achieve NA high revolution and high response
VW debuts electronic van in Japan applying EV platform
Nissan new Serena enables proPILOT 2.0 with monocular camera
Honda to launch commercial light EV this spring, restraining prices with N-VAN base
Alps Alpine prepares “next” to child-presence-detection sensor adopted by Volvo
Schaeffler’s new structure motor for EVs, integrated with generators
Toyota Industries allows resin window at 40% less cost, exploiting other than panoramic roofs
Cerence develops system to interact with cars from outside, targeting autonomous driving

New Car Report:

BYD’s first EV in Japan for JPY4.4 mil with advantages in cruising distance per price
Honda's new SUV ZR-V shares platform and powertrain with Civic to reduce cost
New Civic Type R: why dare to have smaller diameter wheels
Mazda 6 partially changed to improve engine performance by software updates
VW Golf R: Improved circling performance by integrated control
Standard version of VW new EV ID.4 extends cruising distance with improved brakes

Cover Story:

Mechanical technology supports next-generation vehicles

Features:

Honda and Nissan develop HEV dedicated new engines to meet growing global demand
Changing battery competitions: Envision AESC CTO reveals its recycling strategy
Daihatsu renovates Kyoto plant to double productivity by steady improvements

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