lo to procure 2,000 Eicher buses over three years, with approximately 500 buses planned for deployment in FY 2027 (ending March). The partnership builds on Cityflo's existing fleet of nearly 2,000 buses across multiple cities.  Under the agreement, Eicher will offer a multi-fuel portfolio covering diesel AC pushback buses, CNG, and electric variants, with the Eicher Skyline Pro 3011 AC Pushback with rear air suspension being among the confirmed ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

CMD, Italy, announces acquisition proposal from EDGE Group, UAE On May 14, Costruzioni Motori Diesel S.p.A. (CMD) announced that it has received an acquisition proposal from EDGE Group, a company founded in 2019 and based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The proposal provides for the acquisition of a controlling interest. CMD also signed the preliminary settlement agreement. The agreement will increase capital investment in CMD, give access to ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

ne. The vehicle can travel 177 kilometers on a single charge (according to the company's own measurements). Production will be outsourced to a Chinese manufacturer. The price is around JPY 12.5 million, but a government subsidy of JPY 3.5 million is available. As a result, the price difference with diesel vehicles in the same class has been kept to about 10%. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on May 15, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

Toyota UK unveils all-new Hilux with first-ever electric variant On May 13, Toyota UK revealed the ninth-generation Toyota Hilux. For the first time, it includes an all-electric version along with a diesel 48V model. The new Hilux comes only in a Double Cab (five-seat) version. A two-seat version will be offered later in 2026. The diesel 48V model is available in four grades: Active, Icon, Invincible, and Invincible X. The electric version comes ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Volvo Trucks unveils new engines for renewable fuels and hydrogen use On May 12, Volvo Trucks unveiled two new 13-liter engines developed for renewable diesel and gas fuel applications, with support for future hydrogen applications. Both engines are built on Volvo’s latest in-house engine platform. The new engine offers more power, improved drivability, lower noise, reduced emissions, and up to 4% lower fuel consumption compared to the previous...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

Iran Khodro Diesel starts mass production of 2630S hood wagon tractor On May 12, multiple sources reported that Iran Khodro Diesel Company has started mass production of 2630S hood wagon tractor. The truck will cater to export markets. This tractor, featuring locally developed components such as the chassis, axles, and drivetrain, is considered one of Iran Khodro Diesel’s most indigenous commercial products. It has helped reduce foreign exchang...

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M-AUTOMOTIV introduces JAC Motors range in Morocco On May 8, multiple sources reported that M-AUTOMOTIV, a leading automotive distributor in Morocco, officially introduced the JAC MOTORS range in Morocco. It has introduced JAC E30X, an EV with a range of 524 km, and the M3 EV electric van. It also introduced JAC T8 and T8 PRO pickups, powered by a 2.0 CTI diesel engine. M-AUTOMOTIV also introduced locally assembled Sunray bus as well as heavy-dut...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

lly electric Lion’s City E buses for Vilnius, Lithuania. The city’s public transport operator Vilniaus viešasis transportas (VVT) ordered 84 standard (12 meter) and 28 articulated (18 meter) buses. This is the largest electric bus order in Lithuania’s history. The new buses will replace some diesel vehicles and improve public transport. They can travel up to 380 km on a single charge and include features such as passenger information syste...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

ifted toward more fuel-efficient models. CAMPI expects the xEV mix to continue expanding, supported by changing consumer preferences and adjustments in automakers’ product offerings and import mix. Domestic fuel prices climbed sharply following the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran, with diesel prices briefly reaching PHP170/liter. Although prices have eased somewhat, supply disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to keep fuel...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

e transition to regular mass production, the Canadian federal government is providing Ford with CAD 464.5 million, effective as of March 30, to help offset the costs of preparing the plant.  Ford aims to build 100,000 Super Duty trucks annually at Oakville. Initial production will focus on gas and diesel trucks, though Ford says the fully flexible plant could eventually produce “multi-energy” versions, including a possible extended-range EV ...

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iro with 6,457 units, Fiat Toro with 4,169 units, Toyota Hilux with 4,078 units, Ford Ranger with 3,103 units, Chevrolet S10 with 2,731 units, and Fiat Fiorino with 2,096 units. In ANFAVEA's sales report by fuel type, sales of flexible fuel vehicles were up 12.9% y/y to 165,716 units (69.8% share), diesel vehicles were up 2.0% to 22,094 units (9.3% share), gasoline vehicles were down 30.2% to 6,218 units (2.6% share), hybrid vehicles (HEVs) were ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

s of gasoline vehicles were down 20.0% to 53,420 units (21.4% share), hybrid vehicles (HEVs) were up 6.6% to 97,753 units with 39.2% share (of which plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) were up 13.3% to 27,546 units (11.1% share), electric vehicles (EVs) were up 41.3% to 64,350 units with a 25.8% share, diesel-powered vehicles were down 13.8% to 32,437 units with a 13.0% share, LPG-powered cars were up 18.1% to 1,190 units with a share of 0.5%, and tw...

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GM announces new 3.0L Duramax diesel engine for economy, towing strength On May 1, General Motors announced that its latest 3.0L Duramax diesel continues the brand’s light-duty diesel lineage, combining strong towing capability with excellent highway range.  The engine delivers 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque, and in a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD SUV, offers an EPA-estimated 624 miles of highway range, achieving EPA figures of 22 mpg city, 26 mpg ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

BorgWarner supplying VTG turbocharger, EGR cooler for EU commercial vehicle On May 6, BorgWarner announced it has secured conquest business with a major European commercial vehicle OEM to supply a high-efficiency VTG turbocharger and an EGR cooler for a Euro 7-compliant, 6-cylinder heavy-duty diesel engine platform.  Manufactured at BorgWarner’s facilities in Bradford, United Kingdom, and Vigo, Spain, the two products support the OEM’s produ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

500 million, with a 5.5-year term and a fixed coupon of 3.875% rate. This is the first bond under its Green Finance Framework launched in October 2025. At the same time, the company also secured a EUR 350 million Green Loan, bringing total green funding to EUR 850 million to support the shift from diesel to electric trucks. The money raised will be used for projects related to battery-electric commercial vehicles and clean transport, following t...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

andero, SEAT Ibiza, Peugeot 2008, Toyota Corolla and Peugeot 208. Of all vehicles sold in April, private car sales in April increased 11.2% to 44,102 units, business sales increased 9.2% to 33,567 units and rental car sales increased 3.7% to 29,193 units. Gasoline vehicles had a 24.0% market share, diesel vehicles had a 3.7% share, and other vehicles which include Electrified, Hybrid, and Alternative Fuel Vehicles had a 72.3% share. Within the ...

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share). The best-selling cars in April, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Leapmotor T03, Dacia Sandero and MG ZS. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in April decreased 16.6% y/y to 31,850 units (20.4% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 22.9% to 10,718 units (6.9% share), hybrid car (HEV) sales increased 24.0% to 76,808 units (49.1% share), plug-in...

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last April, gasoline-engine car sales increased 8.2% to 63,541 units (42.6% share), battery electric vehicles (BEVs) surged 59.1% to 39,084 units (26.2% share), hybrid vehicles (HEVs) jumped 18.8% to 19,711 units (13.2% share), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) soared 46.4% to 20,597 units (13.8% share) and diesel-engine car sales fell 1.0% to 6,314 units (4.2% share). In April, private car sales jumped 20.2% to 56,116 units (37.6% share), fleet sales soa...

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s.  The products for these awards will be manufactured at BorgWarner’s facilities in Rzeszów, Poland and Kirchheimbolanden, Germany. Production will begin in phases from Q2 2026 through Q2 2029. The awarded business includes turbocharger solutions for vehicle programs covering both gasoline and diesel applications. The portfolio includes variable turbine geometry, twin-scroll wastegate and regulated two-stage turbocharging technologies tailor...

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opment in Ontario, California.  Toyota is investing significantly in the hydrogen value chain, including fuel cell development and refueling infrastructure, and sees commercial trucking as a critical proving ground for the hydrogen technology that offers similar driving range and fill-up time as a diesel truck with the only water vapor as the only emission. Hyroad’s full-service model covers the truck, maintenance and fleet management software...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05