Astana Motors launches updated Haval H6 in Kazakhstan On December 12, Astana Motors announced the launch of the updated Haval H6 in Kazakhstan. The Haval H6 is offered as a five-seat model in Kazakhstan. The vehicle measures 4,703 mm in length, 1,886 mm in width, 1,730 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,738 mm. It is offered with two turbocharged engines, a 1.5-liter engine producing 184 hp and a 2.0-liter engine delivering 238 hp. The H6 also f...

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Jaguar rolls final F-Pace at Solihull plant, UK On December 24, multiple sources reported that the final Jaguar F-Pace rolled off JLR’s production line in Solihull, marking the official end of Jaguar’s combustion-engine models. The F-Pace is the last internal combustion engine vehicle Jaguar will make, as the brand prepares to debut the first model of its new all-electric lineup, a production version of the Type 00 concept, which is expected ...

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MB RUS launches Foton View van in Russia On December 24, MB RUS JSC (part of the Avtodom Group of Companies), the exclusive distributor of FOTON pickups and vans in Russia, officially presented the FOTON VIEW van. It has a 2-liter turbodiesel engine, which generates 159 hp and 377 Nm of torque. The van's dimensions are 5,490 x 1,980 x 1,990 mm, with a wheelbase of 3,510 mm. The cargo compartment has a volume of 6.8 cubic meters. The new model is ...

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o increase total cost of ownership for EV buyers Currently, Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEVs), dominated by BEVs, incur a vehicle tax of only £10 in the year of registration and £195 in subsequent years, with no fuel duty liabilities. Meanwhile, depending on CO2 emissions (g/km), Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and hybrid vehicle drivers face a vehicle excise duty of up to £5,490 in the first year, followed by a flat rate of £195. The cost of o...

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Kia India commences production of all-new Seltos SUV On December 23, 2025, Kia India announced that it had started production of the all-new Seltos at its Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh plant, with prices to be announced on January 2, 2026. The new Seltos is built on Kia’s India-first global K3 platform and comes with three engine options: Smartstream G1.5 gasoline, Smartstream G1.5 T‑GDI gasoline, and 1.5 CRDi VGT diesel, paired with 6MT, 6iMT, I...

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UzAuto Motors launches updated Chevrolet Traverse in Uzbekistan On December 24, UzAuto Motors launched the updated Chevrolet Traverse as part of its continued efforts to expand its model range. The updated front and rear design, along with the new 18-inch wheels, enhances the vehicle’s modern look. The updated Traverse is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 328 horsepower. It is paired with a reinforced suspension...

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) with three LiDARs (computing power 1,000-2,000 TOPS), and will launch commercial operations of a Level 4 Robocar with eight LiDARs (computing power over 2,000 TOPS), both in and outside of China. -          Powertrain: Exeed will debut the Xinghe power system featuring the Kunpeng hybrid engine (thermal efficiency 48%), a 7th-generation hybrid transmission, dual axial flux motors, and the Rhino all-solid-state battery poised for automo...

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Ford unveils 2026 Everest and new Tremor off-road variant for Middle East On December 18, Ford Middle East and North Africa unveiled the new 2026 Ford Everest at the Liwa International Festival, featuring a Middle East-exclusive 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine. The company also introduced the region’s newest off-road-focused variant, the Everest Tremor. The 2026 Ford Everest is powered by a 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine producing 355 horsepower and 500 Nm o...

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receives updated front and rear fascias, more convenient technologies and greater feature availability. Changes inside the spacious interior include a restyled dashboard accommodating a larger touchscreen and embossed “PATHFINDER” lettering. The 2026 Pathfinder features a standard 3.5-liter V6 engine that develops 284 hp and 259 lb-ft of torque, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. (Nissan release on December 22, 2025) ...

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GWM showcases Hi4-T hybrid platform and updated TANK 300 SUV in Russia On December 16, Great Wall Motor (GWM) held its GWM TECH DAY, its Russian market strategy, and advanced automotive technologies. The event highlighted the Russian debut of GWM’s Hi4-T intelligent all-wheel-drive hybrid platform, designed for extreme off-road conditions. It combines a high-performance engine, electric drive, and mechanical all-wheel drive. It features a 37-k...

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Saipa Diesel, Iran, starts production of GX560 commercial vehicle 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 production was launched in cooperation with Dongfeng. Based on social me...

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Isuzu to reduce capital of Isuzu (China) Engine and reclassify it as equity-method affiliate On December 19, Isuzu Motors Limited announces that it resolved to change Isuzu (China) Engine Co., Ltd., a local joint venture in Chongqing, China, operated with its business partners Qingling Motors (Group) Co., Ltd. and Qingling Motors Co., Ltd., from a consolidated subsidiary to an equity-method affiliate. Isuzu (China) Engine, a consolidated subsidia...

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nced that it has officially introduced the work analysis AI software “Ollo Factory,” developed and provided by Ollo, Inc. (“Ollo”), an AI startup originating from the University of Tokyo, starting with the assembly plant at the Sagara Plant, Shizuoka Prefecture in July 2025, followed by the engine plant in December 2025. The introduction of “Ollo Factory” is part of Suzuki Smart Factory initiative, with the aim of enhancing work analy...

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Dakota will start pre-production in 2027 before launching as a 2028 model. The U.S. Dakota will have no relation to the Dakota midsize pickup in South America, which is built in Argentina on a platform shared with the Fiat Titano and based on the Peugeot Landtrek, powered by a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine. (multiple sources on December 18, 2025) ...

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erior. At the event, Leapmotor will reveal the B05’s interior, featuring comfortable seating, quality materials, and easy-to-use technology. Additionally, Leapmotor will launch the new B10 Hybrid EV (REEV), a range-extended compact SUV based on the LEAP 3.5 platform. The REEV system uses gasoline engine only to recharge the battery when needed. Based on Leapmotor press release...

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GWM launches all-new TANK 700 in UAE and Middle East On December 15, Great Wall Motor (GWM) launched the all-new TANK 700. The vehicle is powered by a 3.0L Twin Turbo V6 engine, which generates 355 HP and 560 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The TANK 700 was already launched in China and has begun entering key overseas markets such as Eurasia and Kazakhstan. Its debut in the Middle East marks a significant mi...

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Johnson Matthey opens hydrogen internal combustion engine testing facility in Gothenburg, Sweden Johnson Matthey Plc. (Johnson Matthey) has officially opened its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) testing facility at its site in Gothenburg, Sweden, representing a GBP 2.5 million investment over three years. The new facility will test emission control systems, expanding the company’s heavy-duty vehicle testing capabilities. Equipp...

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t the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter plant in La Matanza. Maybach is the most exclusive luxury division of the German automaker and will enter the Argentine market through made-to-order sales. The first model to be launched will be the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600, a full-size luxury SUV powered by a 557 hp V8 engine. Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the Maybach version features only two rows of seats, with the rear configured for either two or three passenge...

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he company’s plant in Pesqueria, Mexico, which serves as a global export hub for the new model, supplying the Americas, Europe, and Australia. The model measures 174.4 in. long, 72.8 in. wide, and 56.3 in. high, with a wheelbase of 107.1 in. The K4 Hatchback is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter engine that produces 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, mated to an intelligently variable transmission (IVT), while the GT-Line Turbo gets a 1.6-liter, ...

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e Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, with a planned investment of about INR 2 billion to scale its aluminium die‑casting capacity. The expanded plant will house new High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) machines ranging from 1,400 to 4,400 tonnes, enabling production of conventional internal combustion engine components, EV parts, and large structural castings under one vertically integrated facility. A new shed of nearly 13,000 sq. metres is planned...

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