2026 Isuzu D-Max with new 2.2L turbocharged diesel engine launched in Malaysia Announced on March 31, 2026, the 2026 Isuzu D-Max has been launched in Malaysia, headlined by a new 2.2L turbodiesel engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, alongside styling and equipment updates. The new RZ4F-TC 2.2L four-cylinder turbodiesel replaces the 1.9L unit, producing 163 PS and 400 Nm, and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission co-developed w...

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FAW-VW launches Sagitar S sedan On April 1, FAW-VW launched the Sagitar S sedan. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 79,800 to CNY 105,800. The Sagitar S measures 4,702mm long, 1,815mm wide, and 1,484mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,688mm. The Sagitar S features a front-engine FWD layout. Equipped with a powertrain comprising either an 81kW/141Nm 1.5L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 118kW/250Nm 1.5...

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int venture already ships approximately 130,000 Chinese-built Chevrolet Aveo, Groove, and Tornado vans annually to Mexico, but adding local production would avoid tariffs while leveraging GM’s existing manufacturing infrastructure.  A Chinese delegation reportedly visited GM’s Toluca plant and engineering center to hold comprehensive discussions with GM Mexico executives, including regional President Francisco Garza. “The new project in th...

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Audi Hungaria begins production of new high-performance V6 engine in Győr plant On April 2, Audi Hungaria announced that it has started producing a new high-performance gasoline engine at its Gyor plant, Hungary. The engine, called the V6 Otto EVO LK3, is the most powerful gasoline engine made there. It generates 375 kW of power and 600 Nm of torque, and was first introduced in Audi RS 5. The engine is significantly different from earlier six-cy...

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Chery launches TIGGO 8 CSH Hybrid SUV in UAE On March 31, Chery UAE, represented by AW Rostamani Group, launched the TIGGO 8 CSH, a hybrid SUV that combines gasoline performance with advanced battery technology. The TIGGO 8 CSH is equipped with a1.5TGDI engine and an advanced 3-speed hybrid transmission (3DHT), delivering 141 hp of power and 215 Nm of torque. It can drive up to 90 km on pure electric power and offers up to 1,200 km of driving ran...

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iple variants, including manual and automatic options, with both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations, with prices starting at ZAR 399,900. The new JMC Vigus measures 5,335 mm in length, 1,882 mm in width, and 1,834 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,150 mm. The vehicle is powered by a 2.5T Wild diesel NB25 engine producing 123 kW of power at 3,400 rpm and up to 430 Nm of maximum torque between 1,600-2,200 rpm. Based on JMC South Africa press release and ...

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s ranging from CNY 107,900 to CNY 120,900. The Azkarra REV adopts a streamlined fastback design and measures 4,680mm long, 1,892mm wide, and 1,650mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,778mm. The Azkarra REV features an FWD layout. Equipped with a super range-extending system that consists of an 82kW/136Nm engine and a 160kW/327Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, the model delivers a top speed of 185km/h, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 7.3s or 8....

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three electrified models: the RAV4 HEV, Urban Cruiser BEV, and bZ4X BEV. The event’s main highlights were TMP’s two newest electrified models. The RAV4 HEV, starting at PHP 2,183,000, is available in LTD and ADV variants with E-Four AWD and dual electric motors, powered by a 2.5-liter A25A-FXS engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 239 PS and 221 Nm of torque through an e-CVT transmission. The Urban Cruiser BEV, Toyota’...

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Suzuki presents Across Hybrid in Chile On March 29, Suzuki Chile presented the new Across Hybrid in the country, expanding its electrified SUV portfolio with a B-segment model equipped with the SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) mild-hybrid system. The vehicle is powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder engine producing 101 hp of power and 136.8 Nm of torque, paired with a 12V lithium-ion battery and integrated starter generator. It is available with a...

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Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, upgraded suspension, and all-terrain tires as the non-hybrid Forester Wilderness model, but adds a hybrid powertrain with up to 25% better fuel economy. Like the Subaru Forester Hybrid, the Forester Wilderness Hybrid uses an Atkinson/Miller-cycle 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine optimized for efficiency, paired with a high-capacity lithium-ion battery and electric motors to produce 194 hp. The next-generation Subaru Hyb...

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side, the shift lever has moved to the steering column to free up space in a large center console, while revised door handles offer a more premium feeling. Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the 2027 Atlas is fitted with the new EA888 evo5 turbocharged and direct-injection 2.0-liter four-cylinder TSI engine, producing 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The seven-seat Atlas and five-seat Atlas Cross Sport vehicles accounted for about 30% of the brand...

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GM to invest USD 150 million in Saginaw Metal Casting Plant for sixth-gen V8 blocks, heads On April 1, General Motors announced plans to invest more than USD 150 million in its Saginaw Metal Casting Operations to support the production of the sixth -generation of GM’s V8 engine blocks and heads used in its full-size pickup trucks with new equipment and tooling. This latest commitment builds on the approximately USD 5.5 billion in investments GM...

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Changan to launch CS75 Pro in Russia On March 31, Changan announced that it is preparing to introduce the new CS75 Pro, a large seven-seater crossover in Russia. The new CS75 Pro measures 4,748 mm in length, 1,870 mm in width, and has a wheelbase of 2,786 mm. It is powered by a Blue Core engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT), delivering 181 hp of power and 280 Nm of torque. The CS75 Pro is also fully adapted for Russian cli...

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Volvo Trucks begins road testing of hydrogen combustion truck On April 1, Volvo Trucks announced that it has started on-road testing of heavy trucks powered by hydrogen combustion engines. The company has planned to launch its hydrogen solutions by 2030. These trucks are expected to deliver better performance, with higher efficiency, lower fuel consumption, and increased power compared to conventional hydrogen engines. These trucks use High Pre...

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Ford South Africa upgrades Ranger lineup with new engine options On March 31, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Limited (Ford South Africa) announced a refreshed Ranger lineup for 2026. The updated range will include 23 derivatives across Single Cab, Super Cab, and Double Cab body styles. The latest Ranger lineup includes key powertrain upgrades and a new engine option, featuring a 2.3-litre EcoBoost gasoline engine that...

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ine GLS 580 4MATIC with a V8 powertrain that delivers 530 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, and the six-cylinder GLS 450 4MATIC that produces 375 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. GLE: The line, offered in both SUV and SUV coupe variants, have powerplants that range from the GLE 350 4MATIC with a four-cylinder engine that produces 225 hp and 295 ft-lb of torque to the top-of-the-range GLE 580 4MATIC with a V8 powertrain that delivers 530 hp and 553 lb-ft of ...

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l, and Jeep. In 2026, Peugeot will expand its lineup in Ukraine i.e., a special Ukrainian version of the Peugeot Landtrek pickup called “FEVER,” designed for local driving conditions. Then the updated Peugeot 408 will be introduced in late spring 2026, which will feature a 1.6 PureTech gasoline engine of 215 hp paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. In summer 2026, Citroën will expand the C3 Aircross lineup with a version powered by ...

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FPT Industrial extends engine supply deal with Tata Daewoo Mobility, South Korea On March 30, FPT Industrial announced that it has renewed its partnership with Tata Daewoo Mobility for another five years. Under the new deal, FPT will continue supplying NEF and CURSOR engines (4–13 liters) for Tata Daewoo’s DEXEN, KUXEN, and MAXEN trucks. These engines meet Euro VI emission standards and help provide efficient and cleaner transport in South Ko...

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Foton introduces TUNLAND G7 in gasoline variant in Russia On March 30, MB RUS JSC, the exclusive distributor of Foton pickups, announced sales of the new FOTON TUNLAND G7 with a gasoline engine in Russian market. The sales are set to begin in April 2026, with prices starting at RUB 3.2 million. The vehicle features a 2.4-liter gasoline engine paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox producing 211 hp of power and 340 Nm of torque, suitable for both ci...

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Mitsubishi Motors launches Destinator SUV in South Africa On March 30, Mitsubishi Motors launched the all-new Mitsubishi Destinator, a seven-seater family SUV in South Africa. The new Mitsubishi Destinator is equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine paired with a CVT, delivering 120 kW of power and 250 Nm of torque. It will be available in two variants, including GLS model which is priced at ZAR 489,990 and Exceed variant priced at...

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