Articles tagged with "off-road-technology"
Chinese giant's luxury off-roader with 848-mile range hits 10,000 unit
Chinese automaker Dongfeng has rapidly scaled production of its luxury off-road plug-in hybrid SUV, the M-Hero M817, reaching a milestone of 10,000 units just months after its August debut. The M817, a premium intelligent SUV, features a powerful 677-hp hybrid system delivering 505 kW and 626 lb-ft of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 5.2 seconds. It boasts an impressive electric range of up to 848 miles, making it one of the most capable off-road PHEVs available. The vehicle supports nine specialized driving modes tailored for extreme terrains such as snow, mud, rocks, and water, and includes advanced safety features like an automatic emergency braking system functional at speeds up to 81 mph. The M-Hero brand’s technical collaboration with Huawei, highlighted by the delivery of a milestone vehicle to Huawei’s Intelligent Automotive Solution Business Unit CEO, underscores its integration of intelligent driving technologies. The M-Hero M
energyhybrid-vehiclesplug-in-hybridelectric-SUVintelligent-automotiveoff-road-technologyDongfeng-MotorThe tech behind Rivian’s 2026 Quad-Motor truck and SUV — and that kick turn
Rivian has begun accepting orders for its 2026 Quad-Motor pickup truck and SUV, which boast impressive specs including 1,025 horsepower, 1,198 pound-feet of torque, and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in under 2.5 seconds. Beyond raw power, the vehicles feature advanced software developed entirely in-house, allowing full integration and control over hardware and software systems. This integration enables new capabilities, such as the “kick turn” feature, which lets the vehicle spin around its center at speeds under 20 mph on dirt without steering input. Designed for off-road maneuverability, kick turn is a refined and environmentally conscious evolution of the previously promoted but unreleased “tank turn” feature, with safeguards limiting its use to prevent trail damage. The 2026 quad-motor models represent a comprehensive second-generation overhaul of Rivian’s EV platform, including upgrades to the battery pack, suspension, electrical architecture, sensor suite, interior, and user interface. This
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