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Vehicle audio is equipment installed in a car or other vehicle to provide in-car entertainment and information for the occupants. Until the 1950s, it consisted of a simple AM radio . Additions since then have included FM radio (1952), 8-track tape players, cassette players, record players, CD players, DVD players, Blu-ray players, navigation systems, Bluetooth telephone integration and audio streaming , and smartphone controllers like CarPlay and Android Auto . Once controlled from the dashboard with a few buttons, they can be controlled by steering wheel controls and voice commands .

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62-566: The Suzuki Brezza (known as Vitara Brezza for the first generation) is a subcompact crossover SUV from Suzuki and manufactured by Maruti Suzuki in India. The Brezza is the first Suzuki-branded car which was fully developed in India. The model was designed as a smaller alternative to the global market Vitara and targeted to young audiences. It is only available for right-hand drive emerging markets in Asia and Africa. The first-generation model

124-488: A "desirable lifestyle styling" and higher seating position. Other advantages also include higher ground clearance, convenient ingress/egress, larger headroom, and larger legroom space compared to B-segment/subcompact hatchbacks. Despite built on the same platforms as subcompact cars and using much of the same technology, customers are shown to be willing to purchase them with a higher price. A study by JATO Dynamics showed that average price of subcompact SUVs sold in 2021 in

186-530: A C-segment car platform or above. While being significantly more expensive, they offer similar driving and convenience advantages as mainstream subcompact crossover SUVs, with larger exterior dimensions, more refined interiors, more advanced technologies, higher engine power and added prestige. Early nameplates include the BMW X1 (introduced in 2009), Audi Q3 (2010), Mini Countryman (2010) and Range Rover Evoque (2011). According to IHS Markit, in 2007, when

248-490: A built-in cassette tape player was introduced by Philips. In subsequent years, cassettes supplanted the 8-track and improved the technology, with longer play times, better tape quality, auto-reverse, and Dolby noise reduction . They were popular throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Cassette players were still found in vehicles as late as the 2005–06 Honda CR-V and 2008 Acura TL . There have also been vehicle audio units that accept both compact cassettes and CDs. Pioneer introduced

310-720: A cheaper hybrid (transistors and low voltage vacuum tubes) car radio for its new 1957 car models. In 1963, Becker introduced the Monte Carlo, a tubeless solid state radio with no vacuum tubes. From 1974 to 2005, the Autofahrer-Rundfunk-Informationssystem was used by the German ARD network. Developed jointly by the Institut für Rundfunktechnik and Blaupunkt, it indicated the presence of traffic announcements through manipulation of

372-663: A fit replacement for mini MPVs. The examples are the Citroën C3 Aircross which replaced the Citroën C3 Picasso and Opel Crossland X replacing the Opel Meriva . According to data from JATO Dynamics, sales in 2021 totalled 2,018,791 units, representing 37 percent of the SUV market and 17 percent of the overall automobile market. Petrol-powered vehicles dominated the segment with 72 percent of sales in

434-532: A global model when the second-generation model was introduced in 2012, although it lost its segment market leader status after newcomers such as the Honda HR-V and Jeep Renegade was released in 2015. In Australia, the segment is known as the "small SUV", "compact SUV" or "light SUV" segment. In 2021, it is the third-largest automobile segment in the market after pickup trucks and medium SUV at 13.7 percent share. As of 2022 , there are more than 30 models from

496-435: A housing for front and backup dashcams , navis , and operating systems with multiple functions, such as Android Auto , CarPlay and MirrorLink , allowing a smartphone's music library and navigation apps to be controlled via the vehicle's infotainment system . Latest models are coming equipped with features like Bluetooth technology along with HDMI port for better connectivity. Screen size varies from 5-inch to 7-inch for

558-465: A platform of a subcompact (also known as supermini or B-segment ) passenger car, although some high-end subcompact crossover models are based on a compact car ( C-segment ). The segment started to gain traction during early to mid-2010s when the number of models and sales figures rapidly increased in major markets such as North America and Europe. In 2019, around 22 percent of SUV global sales were contributed by subcompact crossovers. The segment

620-480: A small engine sound bigger. In 1904, before commercially viable technology for mobile radio was in place, American inventor and self-described "Father of Radio" Lee de Forest demonstrated a car radio at the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis . Around 1920, vacuum tube technology had matured to the point where the availability of radio receivers made radio broadcasting viable. A technical challenge

682-400: A variety terms, such as subcompact luxury crossover SUV, luxury subcompact SUV, premium small SUV, premium compact crossover and luxury small SUV. Subcompact luxury crossover SUVs are usually based on the platform of a compact car ( C-segment ), while some models are based on a mid-size car ( D-segment ) or a subcompact ( B-segment ) platform. Vehicles in this segment are commonly built on

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744-549: A vehicle from a segment above, while the Kia Sonet offered a third row seating in Indonesia, a market dominated by three-row vehicles, without extending the body. The Honda BR-V has been developed as a three-row, seven-seater crossover while slotted as a B-segment SUV. Numerous luxury car brands produce and market subcompact crossover SUVs, usually as an entry-level SUV offering of the respective brands. They are known by

806-554: Is also known as " B-segment SUV", "B-SUV", "small SUV", or "subcompact CUV". It is also known with several other terms depending on the market, including "compact crossover" or "compact SUV", which differs with the more common definition of a compact crossover SUV, which is a class larger and belongs to the C-segment . Classification of a certain model may also vary between markets due to differences in regional definitions, competition and pricing. Subcompact crossovers commonly use

868-564: Is built on global market Vitara's platform. In 2016, the vehicle contains 98 percent Indian parts. The Vitara Brezza is Suzuki's first model in the sub-4 metre subcompact crossover SUV segment in India, which fits the lower bracket of India's GST structure . Initially, the Vitara Brezza was solely powered by a 1.3-litre Fiat -sourced D13A DDiS four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine which produced 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) and 200 N⋅m (150 lb⋅ft) of torque. The engine

930-573: Is common in this segment for one brand to offer more than one model at different price points and segmentation. For example, as of 2022 , Volkswagen offered three models in the segment in Europe, which are T-Roc , T-Cross , and Taigo . According to 2020 tests conducted in the UK by Which? , vehicles from this class returned an average of around 7 percent worse fuel economy and 7 percent higher CO 2 tailpipe emissions than equivalent hatchbacks such as

992-520: Is mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automated manual transmission. The fuel economy is stated at 24.29 km/L (68.6 mpg ‑imp ; 57.1 mpg ‑US ). The diesel-powered Vitara Brezza is also exported to India's neighboring countries, such as to Nepal. The Vitara Brezza received its facelift in February 2020. The front bumper, skid plates, headlights, taillights, and wheels were redesigned. The sole turbo-diesel engine

1054-658: Is more suitable for markets outside India. The SHVS mild hybrid system is only equipped for export models in South Asia , such as Bangladesh and Nepal. The facelifted Vitara Brezza is sold by Toyota as the Toyota Urban Cruiser , which debuted in India on 22 August 2020. It received a differentiated front bumper design from the Vitara Brezza. The vehicle was also introduced in South Africa in March 2021. It

1116-578: Is particularly popular in Europe, India, and Brazil where they account for 37 percent, 75 percent, and 69 percent of total SUV sales in 2018 respectively. In 2019, the best selling subcompact crossover was the Honda HR-V , recording 622,154 units being sold worldwide. The "subcompact crossover SUV" or "subcompact crossover" term is most commonly used in North America, where the " subcompact " and "crossover" terms originated from. The segment

1178-546: Is that the car can weigh less, with less sound-deadening material used, and without a heavy balance shaft in the engine. Removing the balance shaft also increases fuel efficiency. The 2013 Honda Accord used an active noise control system, as did the 2013 Lincoln luxury line and the Ford C-Max and Fusion models. Other operating data may also play a part in the DSP, data such as the engine's speed in revolutions per minute (RPM) or

1240-473: The Citroën C3 Aircross , SEAT Arona and Hyundai Kona further boosted growth in 2017. In that year, B-SUV accounted for 10 percent of the overall automobile market. Several manufacturers have changed their product mix by introducing subcompact crossovers to replace mini MPVs in Europe due to the popularity of the former and the declining sales of the latter. Models from the segment was seen

1302-629: The Ford Fiesta and Renault Clio , and was said to be marginally less efficient than the medium hatchback class such as the Volkswagen Golf. In the North American market where larger vehicles are preferred, the segment has been largely marketed to urban drivers and consumers looking to downsize to a smaller, more efficient vehicle. While not as popular as the larger compact crossovers , the segment has experienced major growth in

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1364-630: The Juke which was produced in the UK and Japan. Many other nameplates entered the market between 2012 and 2013, which included the Dacia Duster , Chevrolet Trax , Ford EcoSport , Opel Mokka , Peugeot 2008 , Suzuki SX4 S-Cross , and Renault Captur . Volkswagen entered the segment in 2017 with the release of the Volkswagen T-Roc, positioned below the Tiguan . Other models such as

1426-859: The Toyota Aygo X , Hyundai Casper , Suzuki Ignis , Renault Kwid , Suzuki Xbee , and the Fiat Panda Cross/City Cross . Meanwhile, JATO Dynamics defines the A-SUV class as SUVs with an exterior length between 3,900–4,100 mm (153.5–161.4 in). Vehicle audio Initially implemented for listening to music and radio, vehicle audio is now part of car telematics , telecommunications , in-vehicle security, handsfree calling, navigation , and remote diagnostics systems . The same loudspeakers may also be used to minimize road and engine noise with active noise control , or they may be used to augment engine sounds, for example, making

1488-476: The needle to avoid skipping during vehicle movement, which caused accelerated wear on the records. In 1962, Muntz introduced the Wayfarer 4-track cartridge tape player. Celebrities, including Frank Sinatra, had these units installed in their cars. In 1965, Ford and Motorola jointly introduced the in-car 8-track tape player as optional equipment for 1966 Ford car models. In 1968, a dashboard car radio with

1550-590: The 18 month-old child in the test. The dual seatbelt reminders has been made mandatory in India since July 2019, which partially explained the increase in adult occupant protection score. The second-generation Brezza was unveiled in India on 30 June 2022 without the "Vitara" moniker. The vehicle retained the body shell platform of previous generation with major revisions. It came with revised front and rear fascia, redesigned C-pillar, thicker body claddings, redesigned 16-inch alloy wheels, shark fin-type antenna and electric sunroof. The dimensions are also nearly identical to

1612-478: The 1950s. The first such player was offered by Chrysler as an option on 1956 Chrysler, Desoto, Dodge, and Plymouth cars. The player was developed by CBS Labs and played a limited selection of specially provided 7-inch discs at 16⅔ RPM . The unit was an expensive option and was dropped after two years. Cheaper options using commonly available 45 rpm records were made by RCA Victor (available only in 1961) and Norelco . All of these players required extra pressure on

1674-610: The 57   kHz subcarrier of the station's FM signal. ARI was replaced by the Radio Data System . The AM/FM radio combined with a CD player has remained a mainstay of car audio, despite being obsolescent in non-car applications. In the 2010s, internet radio , satellite radio , streaming , and podcasting came into competition with AM/FM radio. By this time some models were offering 5.1 surround sound . In 2023, several automobile manufacturers, including Ford Motor Company , announced plans to discontinue offering

1736-528: The AM band on their audio/entertainment systems. Mobile players for physical media have been provided for vinyl records , 8-track tapes , cassette tapes , compact discs , and MP3s . The increased sophistication of the vehicle audio system to accommodate such media has made the audio unit a common target of car break-ins, so these are equipped with anti-theft systems too. Attempts at providing mobile play from media were first made with vinyl records, beginning in

1798-481: The AM radio band in new vehicles, starting with the 2024 model year. Ford later reversed its announcement, with chief executive officer Jim Farley citing the importance of AM's emergency alert system . Audi, BMW, Volvo, and Tesla had already started to not offer the AM band on their entertainment systems, specifically on their electric vehicles. The previous announcement had several lawmakers introduce bipartisan legislation to require that automobile manufactures include

1860-597: The AM/FM Becker Mexico with a Variometer tuner, basically a station-search or scan function. In April 1955, the Chrysler Corporation announced that it was offering a Mopar model 914HR branded Philco all-transistor car radio, as a $ 150 option for its 1956 Chrysler and Imperial car models. Chrysler Corporation had decided to discontinue its all-transistor car radio option at the end of 1956, due to it being too expensive, and replaced it with

1922-685: The American Galvin Manufacturing Corporation marketed a Motorola -branded radio receiver for $ 130. It was expensive: the contemporary Ford Model A cost $ 540. A Plymouth sedan, "wired for Philco Transitone radio without extra cost," was advertised in Ladies' Home Journal in 1931. In 1932 in Germany the Blaupunkt AS 5 medium wave and longwave radio was marketed for 465 Reichsmark, about one-third of

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1984-692: The Automotive News Data Center. In comparison, the share of subcompact cars fell to 2.4 percent of the U.S. market in 2018 from 5.4 percent in 2010, while compact cars declined to 9.9 percent from 12.4 percent in the same period. In 2019, the Hyundai Kona became the first subcompact crossover SUV to win the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year . Around 50 percent of subcompact crossover SUVs sold in

2046-572: The Brezza there was filled by the larger Grand Vitara and the Fronx . In 2017, the Vitara Brezza was named as the Indian Car of the Year. Subcompact crossover SUV Subcompact crossover SUV is an automobile segment used to describe the smallest segment of crossover SUV , a type of sport utility vehicle , below the compact crossover SUV . Subcompact crossover SUVs are usually based on

2108-524: The CDX-1, the first car CD (compact disc) player, in 1984. It was known for its improved sound quality, instant track skipping, and the format's increased durability over cassette tapes. Car CD changers started to gain popularity in the late 1980s and continued throughout the 1990s, with the earlier devices being trunk-mounted and later ones being mounted in the head unit, some able to accommodate six to ten CDs. Stock and aftermarket CD players began appearing in

2170-545: The European market was €26,366 , compared with €20,699 for subcompact or small cars. The first-generation Honda HR-V was released in 1998 mainly for the Japanese and European markets, and has been considered as one of the first subcompact crossover. Its exterior length stood between 4,000–4,110 mm (157.5–161.8 in), sold with either 3-doors and 5-doors, and was offered with an all-wheel-drive option. However,

2232-645: The U.S. in 2021 were produced in South Korea. European figures for B-segment SUV (including off-roaders ) had rapidly increased during the 2010s. Between 2000 and 2009, sales volume only doubled 60,000 units in 2000 to 125,000 units according to JATO Dynamics. However, IHS Markit noted that sales of the segment in Europe between 2010 and 2016 increased nearly tenfold from 134,000 units to 1.13 million units. Industry analyst LMC Automotive predicts sales will reach 2.3 million in 2023 and will steadily rise to reach almost 3 million by 2028. In 2010, Nissan introduced

2294-580: The U.S. market in its brief history. The Nissan Juke , which was unveiled at the 2010 New York International Auto Show to be sold for the 2011 model year was considered the first model in the segment, apart from the luxury Mini Countryman . Many other nameplates in the segment appeared between 2013 and 2015, which included the Buick Encore , Chevrolet Trax , Fiat 500X , Ford EcoSport , Honda HR-V , Jeep Renegade , and Subaru Crosstrek . In 2015, there were 10 subcompact crossover nameplates in

2356-533: The U.S., totalling 411,774 units sold or 2.4 percent of the overall market. In that year, subcompact crossovers outsold subcompact cars for the first time in history. In the following year, the Jeep Renegade was the first in the segment to cross the 100,000-sales threshold. In 2018, the segment consisted of 16 nameplates and recorded 784,073 sales, capturing 12 percent of the U.S. crossover market and 4.5 percent of overall U.S. automobile market, according to

2418-589: The car speakers. A similar system is used in the F-150 pickup truck . Volkswagen uses a Soundaktor , a special speaker to play sounds in cars such as the Golf GTi and Beetle Turbo. BMW plays a recorded sample of its motors through the car speakers, using different samples according to the engine's load and power. The stock system is the OEM application that the vehicle's manufacturer specified to be installed when

2480-425: The car was built. Aftermarket components can also be used. Amplifiers increase the power level of audio signals. Some head units have built-in stereo amplifiers. Other car audio systems use a separate stand-alone amplifier. Every amplifier has a rated power level sometimes noted on the head unit with the built-in amplifier, or on the label of a stand-alone unit. Excessively loud sound systems in automobiles violate

2542-399: The car's highway speed. A multiple source reduction system may reach as much as 80% of the noise removed. The same system may also be used to synthesize or augment engine noise to make the engine sound more powerful to the driver. For the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Fastback and EcoBoost Fastback Premium, an "Active Noise Control" system was developed that amplifies the engine sound through

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2604-408: The double Din car stereos. The automobile sound system may be part of an active noise control system which reduces engine and road noise for the driver and passengers. One or more microphones are used to pick up sound from various places on the vehicle, especially the engine compartment, underside, or exhaust pipes, and these signals are handled by a digital signal processor (DSP) and then sent to

2666-488: The early 21st century, compact digital storage media – Bluetooth -enabled devices, thumb drives , memory cards , and dedicated hard drives – came to be accommodated by vehicle audio systems. Around this time auxiliary input jacks and USB ports were added to connect MP3 players to the vehicle's speakers. Minivans and three-row SUVs have an available rear entertainment system with a DVD player to entertain passengers. The automobile head unit became increasingly important as

2728-514: The first 10 months of 2021, followed by diesel at 14 percent. Full-electric models accounted for 5.1 percent of sales in the same period. According to JATO's data for Europe, seven European car brands that focused their efforts on developing SUVs, have seen their overall sales in the B and C segments fall dramatically between 2001 and 2021. In India, subcompact crossovers with a length dimension below 4 m (157.5 in) are commonly called "subcompact SUVs" or "compact SUVs" by journalists, and

2790-527: The larger ones are usually referred as "mid-size SUV". The distinction was due to the Indian vehicle dimensions regulations which imposes heavier tax for vehicles longer than 4 m (157.5 in). Renault entered the segment in 2012 when company saw a gap in the SUV market in India, which was filled by the Duster . The vehicle has proven to be a sales success in its initial release as its major competitors

2852-556: The late 1980s, competing with the cassette. The first car with an OEM CD player was the 1987 Lincoln Town Car , and the last new cars in the American market to be factory-equipped with a cassette deck in the dashboard was the 2010 Lexus SC430, and the Ford Crown Victoria. A car cassette adapter allowed motorists to plug in a portable music player (CD player, MP3 player) into an existing installed cassette tape deck. In

2914-495: The lineup, with six airbags also standard for the flagship ZXi+ grade. The engine is replaced by the K15C Dualjet petrol unit with dual injectors, mated to either 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission option replacing the old 4-speed unit. The 12 V SHVS mild hybrid system is also carried over. The second-generation Brezza is not exported from India to international markets such as South Africa. The role of

2976-498: The loudspeakers in such a way that the processed signal reduces or cancels out the outside noise heard inside the car. An early system focused only on engine noise was developed by Lotus and licensed for the 1992 Nissan Bluebird models sold in Japan. Lotus later teamed with Harman in 2009 to develop a more complete noise reduction system, including road and tire noise as well as chassis vibrations. One benefit of active noise control

3038-424: The manual transmission option and 18.76 km/L (53.0 mpg ‑imp ; 44.1 mpg ‑US ) for the automatic unit. The newer engine made the Vitara Brezza lose its GST advantage as the engine displacement exceeding the 1,200 cc limit. Suzuki expanded the export of the Vitara Brezza to several right-hand drive African and Brunei markets since 2021, which is enabled by the use of petrol engine that

3100-493: The outgoing model, except for the 45 mm (1.8 in) height increase due to the shark fin antenna. On the interior, the dashboard received a layered design with floating car audio display, along with redesigned steering wheel (with additional telescopic adjustment) and instrument cluster, wider rear bench seat, and addition of wireless charging dock, interior ambient lighting and rear AC vents. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Hill-Start Assist (HSA) are standard across

3162-458: The price of a small car. Because it took nearly 10 litres of space, it could not be located near the driver and was operated via a steering wheel remote control. In 1933, Crossley Motors offered a factory fitted car radio for £35. By the late 1930s, push button AM radios were considered a standard feature. In 1946, there were an estimated 9 million AM car radios in use. An FM receiver was offered by Blaupunkt in 1952. In 1953, Becker introduced

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3224-627: The record in January 2018 after recording 416,883 sales in its first 12 months in market, which was said to be the highest in the world for a new car. The segment is commonly known as "compact SUV" ( Portuguese : SUV compacto ) in the country. The Ford EcoSport is the first model of this segment when it was introduced in 2003. It is based on the Ford Fiesta B-segment hatchback and the Ford Fusion mini MPV. It went on to become

3286-557: The release of the Nissan Juke in 2010 which was oriented towards Europe and North America was argued to have helped define and start the development of the almost non-existent segment at the time. As the result of the increasing popularity of the segment, from mid-2010s, manufacturers began to phase out subcompact hatchbacks and sedans in favor of this segment in several markets since it offers higher profit margins, particularly in North America. Due to its expanding market share, it

3348-619: The same platform of similarly-sized subcompact/B-segment hatchbacks or sedans , while some high-end models may be based on a compact cars ( C-segment ). Crossovers in this segment typically have limited off-road capabilities with the majority adopting front-wheel-drive layout, although many subcompact crossovers offer all-wheel-drive . Depending on the market and the manufacturer, subcompact crossover SUVs typically have an exterior length under 4,400 mm (173.2 in). According to IHS Markit , vehicles from this segment were considered by customers as cheap to purchase and run, offer

3410-483: The segment being offered in the country. Subcompact crossovers with three-row seating has been developed for various markets. For example, the SsangYong Tivoli XLV or Tivoli Air offers third row seats by extending the rear overhang of the standard subcompact Tivoli. The Hyundai Alcazar introduced in 2021 is an extended Hyundai Creta, with longer exterior length and wheelbase, and has been marketed as

3472-714: The segment was effectively made up of only the Land Rover Freelander , global sales stood at 64,500 units. By 2016, sales had reached 1.147 million units. Mini SUV described the smallest class of body-on-frame SUVs, often engineered for off-road use with 4x4 drivetrain. At present, the term is mostly used to describe subcompact crossovers. The term "crossover city car", "city crossover", "urban crossover", or "A-SUV" has been used for either smaller subcompact crossovers and A-segment vehicles or city cars that are designed with crossover styling, which are smaller than typical subcompact crossovers. Examples include

3534-542: Was also marketed by Toyota as the Toyota Urban Cruiser between 2020 and 2022. As in the original Vitara model, the name "Vitara" is derived from English word "vital," as in " vitality ," while the name "Brezza" means "breeze" in Italian. The Vitara Brezza was first unveiled in India at the 13th Auto Expo in February 2016. It was previewed by the XA Alpha concept car that was showcased in 2012. The production model

3596-479: Was discontinued in late 2022 and indirectly replaced by the larger Urban Cruiser Hyryder . The " Urban Cruiser " nameplate was previously used for the twin version of the Japanese market XP110 series Toyota Ist that was sold in Europe between 2008 and 2014. Urban Cruiser's results differed from the Vitara Brezza's due to Toyota's recommendation of a safer position for the Group 0+ children which improved dynamics of

3658-613: Was from a segment above and a segment below. Major growth of the B-SUV class continued in between 2015 and 2016, when the Hyundai Creta (introduced in 2015) and Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza (2016) was introduced to the market. Sales of B-SUVs increased 509 percent in January–May 2016 compared to the same period in 2015, while it gained 7.2 percent of overall market share. The first mainstream sub-4 metre SUV to be launched in India

3720-467: Was replaced by a Bharat Stage 6 stage-compliant 1.5-litre K15B four-cylinder petrol engine. It produces 77 kW (103 hp; 105 PS) and 138 N⋅m (102 lb⋅ft) of torque. This engine is mated to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, both equipped with SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) mild hybrid system. The fuel economy is stated at 17.03 km/L (48.1 mpg ‑imp ; 40.1 mpg ‑US ) for

3782-452: Was that the vacuum tubes in the radio receivers required 50 to 250 volt direct current , but car batteries ran at 6V. Voltage was stepped up with a vibrator that provided a pulsating DC which could be converted to a higher voltage with a transformer , rectified , and filtered to create higher-voltage DC. In 1924, Kelly's Motors in NSW, Australia, installed its first car radio. In 1930,

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3844-630: Was the Ford EcoSport (in 2012) which was a high-selling model due to the lack of competition, followed by the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. Soon after, many other manufacturers followed suit, with 10 models available in the sub-segment as of 2021 . In 2018, sales of subcompact crossovers in the country accounts for 19 percent of the total SUV market. The Baojun 510 is notable for being the highest-selling newly-introduced automobile nameplate in world's history. It received

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