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...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

days’ worth of oil reserves, and Mr. Akazawa stated that he understands that a necessary amount has been secured. On the other hand, certain businesses including medical and bus companies were reported to have said that there are not enough essential goods to go around. Regarding bus operators’ diesel fuel shortages, METI and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism are working together to make adjustments with oil sellers...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

oach E designed for tourism travel. The Krakow plant, Poland is preparing to start production of the electric eTGL light-duty truck soon, and another new electric truck will be introduced at the Transpotec trade show in Milan, Italy. In addition, the Nurnberg plant, Germany now produces both modern diesel engines and batteries for EVs. The Lion’s City E lineup includes compact 10-meter buses, standard 12-meter buses, 18-meter articulated buses ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

ered in multiple 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 ...

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7,379 units and Hyundai sales increased 66.1% to 6,958 units compared to March 2025.The best-selling cars in March 2026, in order of popularity, were the Dacia Sandero, Toyota C-HR, Peugeot 208, Toyota Corolla and SEAT Ibiza.Of all vehicles sold in March, gasoline vehicles had a 25.1% market share, diesel vehicles had a 3.6% share, and other vehicles which includes Electrified, Hybrid, and Alternative Fuel Vehicles had a 71.3% share.Private car s...

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he best-selling cars in March, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Leapmotor T03, Fiat Grande Panda and Citroen C3. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in March decreased 18.5% y/y to 37,678 units (20.2% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 31.5% to 12,150 units (6.5% share), hybrid car (HEV) sales increased 19.0% to 93,652 units (50.2% share), plug-in...

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Bill to end environmental performance tax and provisional diesel tax rate enacted within fiscal 2025 An amended local tax bill, which includes the abolition of the environmental performance tax levied on the acquisition of automobiles and the provisional tax rate on diesel fuel at the end of fiscal year 2025, was passed and enacted at the House of Councilors plenary session on March 31. As a result, the environmental performance tax and the provi...

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s 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 delivers 222 kW of power and 452 Nm of torque. Ford has also expanded the availability of its 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine across more models. A new Ranger Sport variant is introduced to further strengthen the lineup. The new Ranger Sport is placed between th...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

a third-generation 1.2 PureTech gasoline engine of 130 hp paired with 6-speed AISIN automatic transmission. Opel Frontera will also receive a new version in summer 2026 with the same 1.2 PureTech engine of 130 hp paired with 6-speed AISIN automatic transmission. DS Automobiles will introduce a new diesel version of the DS N°4 crossover coupe in April 2026, powered by a 1.5 BlueHDi engine (of 130 hp) paired with 8-speed automatic transmission. T...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

the Caddy with an updated design. It features a new bumper, new exterior colors, and redesigned alloy wheels. The model will be built at the Poznan plant, Poland. VW Caddy comes in many versions, including van and passenger models with standard or long wheelbases (Maxi). Buyers can choose gasoline, diesel, or eHybrid engines. The eHybrid offers a total range of over 620 km, including up to 122 km in electric-only mode. One unique option is the Ca...

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BIMS 2026: Ford Ranger Super Duty pickup truck launched in Thailand Announced on March 25, 2026, Ford Thailand’s highlight at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show was the locally assembled Ranger Super Duty. The truck pairs heavy-duty proportions with a purpose-built powertrain designed for demanding tasks. Pricing starts at THB 1,599,000.  It is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 engine producing 210 PS (154 kW) at 3,250 rpm a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

GM to increase heavy duty pickup production at Flint Assembly, Michigan On March 30, Detroit News and other sources reported that GM will increase production at its heavy-duty truck plant in Flint, Michigan to six days a week starting in June, citing strong demand for the large pickups despite the rise in gas and diesel prices. “General Motors is making strategic adjustments to Flint Assembly’s production schedule to align with strong custome...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Škoda expands Karoq lineup in Ukraine with two new diesel engines On March 25, Škoda Auto Ukraine announced that it has expanded the engine lineup for the Škoda Karoq SUV with two new diesel options. Customers can now choose between: 2.0 TDI (of 115 hp) with a manual transmission, designed for balanced fuel economy and smooth driving in city and highway conditions. 2.0 TDI (of 150 hp) with a DSG automatic transmission, offering stronger perfo...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

VWCV adds Transporter Kombi and Caravelle as larger taxi variants of Transporter in Germany On March 26, VW Commercial Vehicles announced that it is expanding its Transporter range with large-capacity taxi versions based on the Transporter Kombi and Caravelle in Germany. Both models can now be upgraded from 8 to 9 seats. They are available with diesel engines, a plug-in hybrid system, or a fully electric drive, and customers can choose between tw...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

SMMT, UK, raises concern over rising diesel price, advocates zero emission transition On March 26, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited (SMMT) stated that since February 28, diesel prices have been increasing, which poses serious challenges in the commercial vehicle space. The current conflict exposes the fragility of fuel supply. Long-term stability depends on reducing reliance on global oil and gas markets. Transitioning to al...

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Slovakia announces temporary measures to limit consumption of diesel fuel On March 18, the Slovak government approved a regulation introducing temporary measures to limit the consumption of diesel fuel to stabilize the market situation and ensure sufficient fuel for consumers and businesses. The measures were adopted following the declared state of oil emergency. The regulation is effective for 30 days and introduces several measures.  It limits...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

d Panoramic View Monitors. It also includes a 12.3-inch digital cockpit and 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system. The VX-L adds premium features. In Western Europe, all versions use Toyota’s Hybrid 48V electrified powertrain. In Eastern Europe, VX and VX-L are available with either a 2.8-liter diesel or 2.4-liter petrol turbo engine. Entry-level TX and TX-L grades remain available, while a new Aura Black metallic paint option is offered acro...

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bruary, while year-to-date sales decreased 1.0% to 1,940,321 units. February sales in the EU increased 1.4% to 865,437 units, while sales om the three EFTA countries decreased 7.9% to 23,784 units. In February, gasoline-powered passenger car sales decreased 17.0% y/y to 224,754 units (22.9% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 13.5% to 73,451 units (7.5% share), battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales increased 15.8% to 190,683 units (19.5% ...

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Toyota to produce all-new Hilux diesel and electric versions at Zarate plant in Argentina On March 23, it was reported that Toyota will begin production of the all-new Hilux midsize pickup in December 2026 at its Zarate plant in Argentina, including BEV version. The plant is also scheduled to start production of the next-generation midsize SUV SW4 in 2027. Both the diesel and fully electric versions were presented to Argentine dealers, indicating...

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ed urgent measures in response to the impact of the war in the Middle East, including tax cuts on electricity and fuel and aid for the most affected sectors. A 15% income tax deduction is planned for buying an electric or plug-in vehicle. The measures also include a reduction in VAT on gasoline and diesel fuels, electricity, and natural gas. Based on press release from the Government of Spain...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23