Infiniti unveiled two contrasting QX80 SUV concepts at The Quail during Monterey Car Week with the QX80 Track Spec and the QX80 Terrain Spec. The QX80 Track Spec represents a high-performance version of the SUV designed for street and track use, while the QX80 Terrain Spec showcases the potential off-road capabilitie

On August 7, HONGQI presented the flagship crossover HONGQI HS7 in Russia. The length of the car is 4,995 mm, the width is 1,960 mm, the height is 1,760 mm, and the wheelbase is 2,920 mm. The HONGQI HS7 cabin is designed for 7 passengers.
The HS7 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine with direct fuel

On August 7, Master Changan Motors, Pakistan launched two upgraded vehicle models in Pakistan: The Karvaan Power Plus 1.2L UG and the Sherpa Power 1.2L. Both models are now equipped with an enhanced 1.2L engine, replacing their previous powertrains.
The Karvaan Power Plus 1.2L UG features a 1.2L EA-12 DOHC (dual over

On August 1, PHINIA Inc. completed the acquisition of Swedish Electromagnet Invest AB (SEM), a provider of advanced natural gas, hydrogen and other alternative fuel ignition systems, injector stators and linear position sensors for on- and off-highway commercial vehicle and industrial markets. This acquisition suppor

On July 15, Ford Motor Company announced it is recalling 694,271 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5-liter engines in the U.S. The company warned that a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
The tally of recalled vehicles includes 339,044 Bronco Sport

In its annual report, Hero MotoCorp announced its plans to enter the European and UK markets in the Q2 FY 2025-26 (ending September), as part of its broader global expansion strategy. The company is preparing for a phased entry, with a product portfolio aligned to the increasing demand for both internal combustion en

On June 18, Volvo Trucks India launched its first gas-powered truck for mineral transport – the Volvo FM 420 LNG 4x2 Tractor. Equipped with high-pressure direct injection (HPDI) technology, the truck delivers up to 20% lower CO₂ emissions compared to diesel counterparts, without compromising on power, torque, or upti

Sanoh Industrial Co., Ltd. (Sanoh Industrial) announced that it will acquire all the shares of Winkelmann Powertrain México S. de R.L. (WPM), an automotive components manufacturer in Mexico. WPM was established in 2017 in Mexico and has been supplying automotive components for the North American sales market.
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On June 10,  Auburn Hills, Michigan-based PHINIA Inc. a leader in premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Swedish Electromagnet Invest AB (SEM).
SEM is a provider of advanced natura

On May 6, Renault announced that it has introduced a new 1.8L full hybrid E-Tech powertrain with 160 hp, now available in both the Captur and Symbioz.
The hybrid setup uses a 1.8L direct injection gasoline engine (109 hp), two electric motors (36 kW and 15 kW), a new 1.4 kWh battery, and an improved clutchless dog bo

Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) presented its solutions for commercial vehicles (CVs) at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California, held from April 28 to May 1.
The company's key innovations included a compact fuel cell power module, Fuel cell power module compact 300, that comprises a single

On April 15, PHINIA Inc. announced a partnership with South Korean OEM, KG Mobility (KGM), to design, develop, and supply a 2.2-litre hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) for light commercial vehicles. The partnership aims to provide a zero-carbon fuel alternative to an existing KGM diesel engine. 
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On March 24, GAC announced that GAC Empow, the first sedan in the GAC model range, will be presented in two trim levels: the basic GS and the extended GL (S-style) in Russia.  
The D-segment sedan is built on the global modular GPMA platform. Its dimensions are 4700 x 1850 x 1432 mm. 
GAC Empow is equipped with a 1.5

On February 25, AVTODOM announced that HONGQI HQ9 has been certified on the Russian market. It will soon arrive at the HONGQI dealership center AVTODOM Vostok. The length of the HONGQI HQ9 is 5.22 meters, width 2 meters, and height 1.93 meters. The wheelbase is 3.2 meter. In the Russian market, it will be presented w

On February 6, HONGQI announced that it will start sales of HONGQI HS7 in Russia in the first half of 2025.  The model recently received OTTS (vehicle type approval). Its dimensions are 4,995 mm x 1,960 mm x 1,760 mm. The wheelbase of 2,920 mm. 
It has a 2-liter gasoline engine with direct fuel injection, turbochargi

On February 5, HONGQI announced that it had received OTTS (vehicle type approval) in the Russian Federation for its business minivan HONGQI HQ9. The car was brought in a limited edition at the end of 2023 to assess potential demand in the Russian market. It became popular, so the certification procedure for the model

On January 29, HORSE announced the start of production for its 1.3-liter, 4-cylinder HR13 turbo flex fuel engine at its Curitiba, Brazil, facility. Developed specifically for the South American market, this powertrain is designed to operate on gasoline and ethanol blends, aligning with Brazil’s mobility standards and

On January 28, Honda Motor Co. notified dealers that it is recalling 294,612 vehicles in the U.S. over a software error affecting the fuel injection electronic control unit that can cause engines to stall.
The recall covers the 2022-25 Acura MDX Type S, 2023-25 Honda Pilot and 2021-25 Acura TLX Type S vehicles.
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On January 17, Bosch Limited presented safety systems, advanced software solutions, and electrification breakthroughs at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. 
Bosch presented a hydrogen demonstrator truck, showcasing its advancements in hydrogen technology. It presented automotive safety technologies such as Intelli

Harbin Dongan Auto Engine Co., Ltd. (DAAE) successfully ignited the N20TD engine. Featuring a high compression ratio, side-mounted direct injectors, deep Miller-cycle, and more, the N20TD effectively handles extreme environmental conditions. With additional configurations such as throttle body preheaters and multi-pi