IG Metall union announced that Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) plans to reduce more than 900 jobs of its approximately 1,800 employees at its Nuremberg plant in Germany by the end of 2029.
Despite previous cost reductions, the company is also demanding a further 15% reduction in personnel costs at the plant, while no commi

On September 24, GM unveiled updates for the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD heavy-duty trucks which arrive at U.S. dealers beginning late 2026. The HD pickups are built at the Flint Assembly Plant and Oshawa Car Assembly.
Central to the updates is GM’s first all-new, in-house-designed heavy-duty diesel

On September 22, Toyota Brazil announced the gradual restart of production at its Porto Feliz engine plant in Sao Paulo following completion of the first phase of reconstruction and modernization after severe weather damage in 2025.
The plant is resuming casting operations, with initial capacity of approximately 400

On September 21, General Motors confirmed its long-awaited 8.3-liter Duramax turbodiesel V8, and gave it a name, along with a video, designed to show its competitiveness with Ford. 
Since Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel V8 has been known internally as the Scorpion, GM’s video features an actual mongoose hunting

On September 17, China FAW Group Co., Ltd (FAW) announced that it had held a signing ceremony with Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd (Leapmotor) in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province. FAW subsidiaries FAW Qixin Power (Changchun) Technology Co., Ltd (Qixin Power) and China Automotive New Energy Battery Technology Co., Ltd

On September 17, General Motors announced that the new L76 5.7L and L78 6.6L V8 engines will make their debut in the next-generation 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 full-size pickups.
The 5.7L V8 produces 402 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque, while the 6.6L V8 with 481 hp and 501 lb-ft of torque becomes t

On September 13, Daimler Truck showcased its latest transport technologies at IAA Transportation 2026, including efficient diesel engines, the new Powerliner drivetrain system, advanced safety systems, digital services, and autonomous driving.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks introduced a new powertrain generation with the Power

On September 14, Cummins Inc. and Accelera by Cummins announced plans to expand battery manufacturing in Europe at its IAA Transportation 2026 press conference. Its Spain facility will produce the Advanced LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery platform, designed specifically for demanding commercial vehicle applicatio

On September 10, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Atessa plant, Italy, has suspended production on September 11 and 14, 2026, due to a shortage of engines supplied by the Pratola Serra plant, Italy.
The stoppage will affect all shifts, while CKD production and maintenance activities will continue as normal.

Garrett Motion Inc. (Garrett Motion) announced that it will present its technologies for commercial vehicle (CV) electrification at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, from September 15-20.
The company will display its E-Powertrain portfolio, which integrates high speed motor and inverter technology to redu

Weichai Power Co., Ltd. (Weichai Power) announced that it will participate in IAA Transportation 2026, to be held in Hanover, Germany, from September 14 to 20. The company will showcase 18 products at the Hanover Exhibition Center, covering conventional powertrains, new energy powertrains, and core EV components.
Wei

On September 9, Horse Powertrain, a global leader in innovative and low-emission powertrain systems, announced that it has opened new North American office in the Detroit metropolitan area. 
Horse Powertrain USA, a subsidiary of Horse Powertrain Ltd, established its North American operations center after identifying

On September 8, Horse Powertrain revealed its fully waterproof engine, the HORSE B20. It brings all-terrain capabilities to hybrid vehicles, including applications for SUVs and pick-up trucks. It is fully compliant with IPX8 waterproofing standards. It can operate up to depths of 1.1 meters.
Weighing just 130 kg, the

On September 4, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy, suspended production for another two days on September 7 and 8, 2026. The stoppage will affect the production of the Fiat 500.
According to Stellantis, the shutdown is due to an ongoing shortage of engine components. The shutd

Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (Yuchai Group) announced that the Dongfeng Tianlong KX, equipped with Yuchai's YCK15N 595hp and YCK16LN 660hp high-horsepower gas engines Version 2.0, has been launched in Shaanxi, China. The model is targeted at trunk logistics transportation under complex operating condition

On August 27, the Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that Turbokomplekt opened a new production facility for turbochargers in Protvino, Moscow Region. These are designed for diesel engines in light commercial vehicles, trucks, and agricultural machinery. IDF provided a loan of RUB 1.2 billion under the Autom

On August 28, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued an interpretive rule reversing a commercial truck engine rule from the Obama era, which had extended regulatory reach to standalone engines beyond NHTSA’s statutory authority. 
NHTSA cites the U.S. Supreme Court’s Loper Bright Enterp

Reported on August 26, 2026, Proton presented its automotive technologies at the Global Automotive and Technology Expo 2026 (GATE 2026) in Kuala Lumpur, including infotainment and connectivity technology developed with ACO Tech, an HEV system, electrical and electronic architecture (EEA), the 1.5-liter i-GT engine, a

On August 20, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it has opened a ‌probe into 997,743 General Motors pickups and SUVs over concerns related to engine failure.
Affected vehicles include the Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV SUVs, Chevrolet ⁠Silverado 1500 and Suburban and Tahoe S

Weichai Power Co., Ltd. (Weichai Power) announced that 15 tractors powered by its WP13NG4.0 Pro gas engine have been delivered to customers in Xining, Qinghai Province, for the transportation of hazardous chemicals.
The WP13NG4.0 Pro delivers 520-570 hp of power and a peak torque of 2,600 Nm. It is designed for compl