On December 21, multiple sources reported that Iran recently opened the Automobile Safety and Quality Testing Center (AQS), Iran’s first center for crash tests. Phoenix F7 Pro Max was the first vehicle to be evaluated at the center. The vehicle is based on a Chery model.
The airbags deployed at precise timing and pre

On December 21, Saipa Diesel, in a social media update, announced that it has started production of the GX560 heavy commercial vehicle.
It is powered by a 14-liter 6-cylinder CUMMINS engine, which offers 560 horsepower and a torque of 2,650 Nm at 1,100 to 1,300 rpm. It has a ZF transmission and Dana axles. The produc

On December 14, Kerman Motor announced that Eagle Hybrid, its new product, has entered the final stage of technical tests and received 85 standards.
The Eagle Hybrid HEV uses a DHT transmission and a hybrid electric-gasoline powertrain. The system includes a 1.8 kWh battery and a set of coordinated motors that provid

On December 5, multiple sources reported that Bahman Motor Group and Iran Khodro will soon introduce a locally produced sedan called Envoy in Iran. It will be a hybrid car. It will be the first joint product of the country's two major automakers. It will be powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine. It has an

In a website update, Iran Khodro Industrial Group (IKCO) announced that it recently hosted the Ambassador of the Republic of Niger. During the visit, both parties discussed potential areas of collaboration in vehicle exports and after-sales services, with special emphasis on leveraging the capabilities of "Seniran Au

On November 26, multiple sources reported that Arian Pars Motor has introduced the Lamari Eco sedan in Iran. It is powered by a 1.5-liter turbo GDI engine that produces 195 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. This car is the first sedan of the Lamari brand. 
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On November 18, Kerman Motor announced that the Electric Eagle, its first domestically manufactured electric vehicle, has reached the stage of crash and laboratory tests. It is also setting a goal to increase the share of clean vehicles to 40% by 2028.
It has also set the agenda for developing new and clean powertrai

On November 18, multiple sources reported that the CEO of Iran Khodro Diesel announced a plan to produce 30,000 commercial vehicles in 2026. The company is relying on its strong supply chain and domestic capabilities to achieve it. It is also working towards increasing the pickup market share. It has also started exp

On November 18, multiple sources reported that Sorush Motor launched the Voyah Passion sedan in Iran. Sorush Motor is the official importer of Voyah vehicles in Iran. It has a length of 5,088 mm, a width of 1,970 mm, a height of 1,515 mm, and a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. 
It has a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 136 h

On November 10, Saipa launched a production line for the Arvand city bus.
The diesel bus has a capacity of 34 people. The majority of the Arvand bus parts, including the chassis and body of this vehicle, will be produced domestically, and only its engine and gearbox will be imported.
During the event, Saipa also hand

On November 5, multiple sources reported that the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Iran had approved the revised tariffs proposed for cars imported into Iran. The revised tariffs on imported cars range from 4% to 165%. The lowest tariff applies to electric cars, while the highest tariff applies to gasoline cars with an

On November 4, multiple sources reported that the Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade, Iran, announced that the Central Bank has agreed to a TMN 20 trillion (Iranian Toman) facility for Iran Khodro and Saipa, on the condition that payments are made directly to their supply chain. This measure ensures that the suppl

On November 5, multiple sources reported that TAV Economic Group introduced the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid crossover in Iran. The car is powered by a 2-liter naturally aspirated engine and an electric motor. TAV Economic Group also introduced accessories for Toyota and Lexus cars in Iran. 
Based on multiple sources 

On November 4, multiple sources reported that Saipa has started a project to develop a new engine family. Saipa is targeting 60% localization. The first example of these engines will be applied to Saipa vehicles from next year. The production lines for these engines will be fully operational in the next 18 months. Th

On November 2, multiple sources reported that Soroush Motor Company, the official representative of the Hyundai Commercial Vehicle (HCV) division, introduced the Hyundai H350 van in Iran. The van will help to meet the needs of urban and intercity fleets. It is powered by a 2,497cc, four-cylinder D4CB diesel engine th

On October 27, Pars Khodro inaugurated the production line of the new Pars Nova vehicle and held a line-off ceremony. It will produce 2,000 units this year, 20,000 units next year, and 33,000 units in the coming years. Pars Nova is based on the L90 platform, which has been completely redesigned and localized by Irani

On October 30, multiple sources reported that Shiran Volt, an import division of Shiran Motor Company, will introduce Xpeng cars in Iran. It will launch the Xpeng G6 in Iran. XPeng G6 is a battery electric mid-size crossover SUV. It has a range of 625 km. The car has a wheelbase of 2,890 mm.
Based on multiple sources

On October 22, multiple sources reported that Saipa has unveiled Iran’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), Aria Plug-in Hybrid. The car was developed by Saipa's Automotive Industry Research and Innovation Center. The production will start in the next 14 months. It has an 85-kilowatt Atkinson cycle internal

On October 22, Pars Khodro announced that the National Standards Organization of Iran has issued official standard approval for the Changan UNI-K passenger car. This car is imported to Iran by Pars Khodro Company. The Changan UNI-K is equipped with a 2,000cc turbocharged engine with 230 horsepower and 390 Nm of torqu

On October 15, Pars Khodro announced that it had started mass production of Pars Nova with 80% localization. This achievement is the result of the joint efforts of the Saipa Group, particularly the Automotive Industry Research and Innovation Center, Sazeh Gostar, and Megamotor companies.
The car is powered by a 1.6-l