n 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. Equipped with test cells for medium and heavy-duty diesel engines, it can test full engines up to 600kW (800hp) for the first time. It will test the performance of catalysts within the wider engine aft...

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nsport to commercial and goods movement. Stellantis will unveil two world premieres i.e., new Opel Astra with a refreshed Vizor front design and new Peugeot 408. Three European premieres will also be shown, including the all-electric urban crossover Leapmotor B03X, Fiat QUBO L (including 7-seat and diesel options), and Fiat Professional TRIS three-wheeler. Alfa Romeo will present a special preview of upcoming products and showcase the new Tonale ...

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lly autonomously under limited conditions in the future. The South Korean automaker plans to offer MaaS (mobility as a service) to raise awareness and thereby increase new-car sales in Japan. In South Korea, on-demand mobility services, combining the Hyundai Staria minivans, available as gasoline-, diesel-, and hybrid-powered models, with a user app for service users. It has also begun overseas expansion in Hungary and other markets, and will bri...

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ts, with the aim of commercially producing them around 2030. We have also begun testing air compressors and generators in-house in collaboration with AIRMAN CORPORATION. Our strength lies in our ability to apply the technology we created from developing internal-combustion engines such as gasoline, diesel, and gas-powered engines. Even if the fuel used is changed to hydrogen, we will still be able to maintain stable combustion and driving by maki...

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s contract for the company. The vehicles will be used across Germany by DB Regio AG for regional transport. For intercity routes, MAN will supply Lion’s Intercity LE buses in three lengths. For city transport, Deutsche Bahn will mainly use the MAN Lion’s City range. These buses are available as diesel, CNG, or hybrid models, offering efficient operation and low running costs. A large share of the order will be battery-electric city buses in 1...

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midsize SUV with prices starting at INR 1.199 million and going up to INR 1.949 million for the top-tier variant. The model continues with a 1.5‑litre turbocharged gasoline engine (MT and CVT) producing 143 PS and 250 Nm and is offered in both 5‑seater and 6‑/7‑seater configurations, with a diesel variant scheduled to join the line‑up in 2026.​ Its feature highlights include a 14‑inch HD portrait touchscreen infotainment system, a f...

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November (11.9% market share), VW sales were 11,579 units (8.7% share), Ford sales were 10,617 units (8.0% share), Fiat sales were 8,870 units (6.7% share) and Peugeot sales were 8,609 units (6.5% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine vehicles decreased 5.6% to 49,251 units (47.0% share), diesel-engine vehicles decreased 44.4% to 4,670 units (4.5% share), hybrid vehicles including PHEV and MHEV increased 60.1% to 32,263 units (30.8% sha...

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Mazda consolidates CX-3 into a single grade to enhance cost competitiveness On December 11, Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced that it will consolidate the grade lineup of the CX-3 compact SUV into one grade each for the gasoline and diesel models. Previously, the gasoline model had been available in three grades and the diesel model had been available in two grades. By streamlining specifications, the company will enhance its cost competi...

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Isuzu introduces new models and announces investment in Mexico On November 18, it was reported that Isuzu confirmed the upcoming arrival of the new Forward 1800 and Forward 2000 in Mexico. The Forward 1800 adopts a 6x2 configuration with a 23-ton GVW capacity, while the Forward 2000 uses a 6x4 layout and increases capacity to 26 tons. Both are powered by the 6HK1-TCS diesel engine, producing 271 hp and 723 lb-ft of torque. The trucks incorporate ...

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al K3 platform. The bookings open from midnight on December 11, 2025, and the price announcement is scheduled for January 2, 2026. Its powertrain choices include three engines: Smartstream G1.5 gasoline (115 PS, 144 Nm), Smartstream G1.5 T‑GDI gasoline (160 PS, 253 Nm,) and a 1.5‑litre CRDi VGT diesel (116 PS, 250 Nm), paired with 6MT, 6iMT, IVT, 7DCT, or 6AT transmissions. Its key features include a 75.18 cm (30‑inch) Trinity panoramic dis...

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its Wörth plant in early December 2025. The model is part of a broader rollout of new electric truck variants from the end of 2025, all based on the eActros 600 platform, which has been in production since late 2024. The new electric trucks are built on the existing Wörth assembly line alongside diesel models. Unlike earlier eActros versions, production is now fully integrated into the main factory from frame assembly to final inspection. The ...

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eiro with 4,796 units, Fiat Toro with 4,268 units, Toyota Hilux with 4,047 units, Chevrolet S10 with 2,998 units, Ford Ranger with 2,676 units, and RAM Rampage with 2,423 units. In ANFAVEA's sales report by fuel type, sales of flexible fuel vehicles dropped 11.5% y/y to 170,700 units (75.1% share), diesel vehicles fell 1.3% to 21,093 units (9.3% share), gasoline vehicles decreased 5.3% to 9,506 units (4.2% share), hybrid vehicles increased 95.2% ...

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BharatBenz, India launches 19.5‑ton BB1924 intercity bus On December 8, 2025, BharatBenz launched the BB1924, a 19.5‑ton heavy‑duty bus for intercity passenger transport, at an event in Chennai. The BB1924 bus is powered by a BS‑VI OBD‑II OM926 6‑cylinder diesel engine with turbocharger and intercooler, producing 241 hp and 850 Nm of torque, paired with a 6‑speed synchromesh gearbox. The vehicle has a gross vehicle weight of 19,500 ...

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Audi Győr plant, Hungary begins production of upgraded V6 TDI with new MHEV plus technology On December 5, Audi Hungaria announced that it has started producing upgraded V6 TDI diesel engines for the Audi Q5 and A6 models at its Győr plant, Hungary. The new 3-liter V6 diesel generates output of 299 hp and 580 Nm of torque. For the first time, MHEV plus technology is used, which provides an additional power of up to 18 kW (24 hp) in combination ...

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gine car sales decreased 5.9% to 66,180 units (43.8% share), battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales rose 3.6% to 39,965 units (26.4% share), hybrid electric (HEV) car sales rose 1.3% to 19,836 units (13.1% share), plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) car sales jumped 14.8% to 18,005 units (11.9% share) and diesel-engine car sales plunged 24.0% to 7,168 units (4.7% share). Electrified vehicles mark third consecutive month with over 50% share, as one in fo...

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Salvador Caetano South Africa introduces JMC Carrying Plus truck range On December 3, Salvador Caetano South Africa, the importer and distributor of JMC, introduced the Carrying Plus truck, a commercial vehicle designed for demanding professional use. The Carrying Plus is powered by a 2.8-litre diesel engine is paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, that delivers 68 kW of power and 210 Nm of torque. It offers a top speed of 100 kmph. The truck ...

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les (HEVs) increased 9.3% to 103,349 units with a 41.2% share (of which plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) soared 57.4% to 32,433 units with a 12.9% share), electric vehicles (BEVs) surged 58.5% to 55,741 units with a 22.2% share, LPG-powered cars increased 9.7% to 1,033 units with a share of 0.4% and diesel cars fell 19.3% to 29,471 units with a share of 11.8%. No new registrations were recorded for natural gas-powered vehicles. On November 28, Ger...

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Travo and Toyota’s first all-electric Hilux, the Travo-e, which made its world debut in early November. The Hilux Travo pickup lineup offers versatility with three body styles (Standard Cab, Smart Cab, and Double Cab) across Prerunner (2WD), 4TREX (4WD), and Overland trims, powered by a 2.8-liter diesel engine with manual or automatic transmission depending on the variant.The Travo-e, available exclusively as a Double Cab 4TREX, features a dual...

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for easy workplace charging. The initiative supports PwC’s efforts to lower its carbon footprint and promote sustainable mobility. It is part of a wider sustainability plan that includes greener buildings, better energy efficiency, and more renewable energy use. PwC Belgium is also replacing 499 diesel and hybrid cars with fully electric models. As a result, 90% of the fleet is now electric or hybrid, with 64% being fully electric. This shows ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Zhengzhou Nissan launches Frontier Pro luxury pickup truck On November 27, Zhengzhou Nissan launched the Frontier Pro luxury pickup truck. The model is available in nine PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle), gasoline, and diesel variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,900 to CNY 249,900. The Frontier Pro is the first Nissan global pickup truck model designed, developed, and produced in China for global export, while the Frontier Pro PHEV is...

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