off-road SUV in Japan.Based on the concept of "Freedom & Joy”, the all-new FJ joins the existing Land Cruiser lineup including the flagship 300, the heavy-duty 70, and the core light-duty 250. The vehicle dimensions are 4,575mm in length, 1,855mm in width, 1,960mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,580mm. Compared to the 250, the length has been reduced by 350mm, the width by 125mm, and the wheelbase by 270mm. This gives excellent maneuverability...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

r freight rates due to reduced trucking industry capacity. Customer demand is improving despite fuel and other operating cost volatility as customers now have a better understanding of the 2027 emissions cost impact.”  Among PACCAR’s brands:   • Kenworth recently unveiled the new Kenworth C580 truck at the CONEXPO trade show in Las Vegas, with production scheduled to begin in January 2027.   • DAF Trucks has expanded its range of BEV...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

is maintaining a total production rate of 65 vehicles per hour, with a finished vehicle rolling off the assembly line every 40 seconds.  The Aguascalientes complex has more than 790 robots and employs 14,481 people to produce 2,253 units daily, giving it an annual production capacity of more than 580,000 units and making it Nissan's largest industrial center in Latin America. The Aguascalientes complex also includes the Nissan Powertrain plant,...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/17

m model to Indonesia and the Philippines, allowing VinFast EV owners to join its network. It now operates in Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, and the Philippines, with a fleet of more than 186,000 electric vehicles. To date, it has completed 620 million trips covering 4.2 billion km, reducing an estimated 580,000 tons of CO2 emissions. (From Green SM press release and Vingroup press release)...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/17

Geely Auto launches E2 electric hatchback in South Africa On April 14, Geely Auto announced the introduction of the E2 (known as the Galaxy Xingyuan in China), a compact all-electric hatchback, in South Africa. The model will be offered in two variants, with prices starting from ZAR 339,900. The Geely E2 measures 4,135 mm in length, 1,805 mm in width, 1,580 mm in height, and has a 2,650 mm wheelbase. It is powered by an integrated electric drive ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

0kW/310Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM), the EV variants deliver a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 7.1s or 6.7s. A Sunwoda 73kWh 400V 3C lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) fast charging or CATL 81kWh 800V 5C LFP super-fast charging battery completes the powertrain, providing a CLTC range of 580km, 650km, or 630km, a CLTC power consumption of 14.4kWh/100km or 14.9kWh/100km, and a charging time of 12 or 10 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-c...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/13

retain much of the original structure and interior, with limited design changes focused on branding and interface updates. It would target the commercial vehicle segment, offering high cargo capacity and practical functionality. The project is part of a broader investment plan of approximately USD 580 million in Argentina. Production could be confirmed in 2026, with a potential market launch expected from 2027, following the introduction of the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

the line over 30 years of production. Mercedes-Benz used the event also to announce that as part of a USD 7 billion commitment over the next few years in its U.S. operations, USD 4 billion will be invested specifically in the Tuscaloosa plant by 2030. GLS: The full-size SUV offers the top-line 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 o...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

ase and rear differential lock, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adopts double wishbone front and four-link rear suspension with disc brakes on all wheels.  Power comes from a 2.7L 2TR-FE engine producing 122 kW (166 PS) and 245 Nm.  Measuring (LWH) 4,610x 1,855x 1,890 mm with a 2,580 mm wheelbase, it is shorter than the Fortuner. The boxy “PLAYFUL DICE” design incorporates short overhangs to improve off-road capability, whi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

upgraded V8 engine which generates output of 450 kW and 850 Nm of torque. Mild-hybrid technology improves power delivery and efficiency, while special balance shafts help keep the engine very smooth. In some regions, the Maybach S 680 is still offered with the 450 kW V12 engine. Mercedes-Maybach S 580 features V8 engine which generates output of 395 kW and 750 Nm of torque. Mercedes-Maybach S 580 e plug-in hybrid uses an improved 6-cylinder gaso...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

d the ES500e, its first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) for the Indian market, for INR 9 million. It is powered by a 74.68 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 252 kW of output, all-wheel drive, and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of about 5.5 seconds with an ARAI-certified driving range of up to 580 km on a single charge. It comes with an 11kW home charger It is built on the TNGA GA-K platform with Lexus’ multi-path “Clean Tech x Elegance...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

seater diesel model designed for urban freight, featuring an 11.5 m³ cargo space and a monocoque chassis. Its 2,982-cc engine (150 hp, 350 Nm), paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, balances performance and efficiency, while ABS enhances safety. Fully assembled in Vietnam, it is priced at VND 580 million. (From Kim Long Motor Vietnam press release (I / II /III))...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

's demands submitted by the Toyota Motor Workers' Union to management included raising skill-based pay for all job classification levels, including a revision of the "starting value for skill-based pay," in order to raise wages overall. The union requested increases ranging from JPY 8,590 to JPY 21,580 per month depending on the job type and grade, along with an annual bonus amounting to 7.3 months' worth of base wages. The company accepted the f...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

ignificantly. According to the data from Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), Renault sales were 11,898 units in February (13.5% market share), Peugeot sales were 8,244 units (9.4% share), Fiat sales were 7,542 units (8.6% share), Toyota sales were 7,535 units (8.6% share) and VW sales were 5,580 units (6.3% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine vehicles decreased 23.2% to 29,248 units (41.9% share), diesel-engine vehicles decrease...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Indonesia’s IIMS 2026 draws 580,250 visitors; IIMS Series to start in Surabaya in May Announced on March 8, 2026, Dyandra Promosindo, the organizer of the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS), reported that the 2026 event attracted 580,250 visitors and generated IDR 8.7 trillion in transactions during February 5–15. The 11-day exhibition recorded strong public engagement, with both visitor turnout and transaction values indicating positi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

ectric Platform (AEP 3.0), featuring a front-mounted electric motor producing 204 hp (150 kW) and 210 Nm of torque. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. It also features a patented 75.26 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery featuring Magazine Battery 2.0, offering a range of 580 km (NEDC cycle) on a single charge. The battery support DC fast chargers and can be charged from 10% to 80% in about 24 minutes. Additionally, th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

SHS-P in the UK. It will be available in both 6- and 7-seat configurations. It is powered by Chery International’s advanced Super Hybrid System (SHS). It has a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine, a 3-speed DHT automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive (AWD). It produces 428 PS of power and 580 Nm of torque.  For the first time on a JAECOO model, the JAECOO 8 SHS-P introduces lockable differentials working alongside the brand’s adaptiv...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

same month last year for two consecutive months, and passenger cars sales also continue to perform well. According to the data from Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), Renault sales were 9,247 units in January (12.3% market share), Toyota sales were 8,700 units (11.5% share), VW sales were 6,580 units (8.7% share), Fiat sales were 6,133 units (8.1% share) and Ford sales were 5,339 units (7.1% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

Mexican auto production decreases 2.7% in January 2026 OEMs built 303,980 light vehicles in Mexico in January 2026, resulting in a 2.7% decrease compared to the 312,257 units built in the same month of 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). OEMs with production increases in January included VW with an increase of 66.4% to 34,580 units; GM with an increase of 22.2% to 72,052 units; Audi with an increase of 1...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

lity where the S-Class, Mercedes Maybach S Class, and the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS are assembled on the same production line. The new S-Class offers a wide range of electrified powertrains, including 8- and 6-cylinder engines to 6-cylinder diesel engines and a plug-in hybrid. Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC long version is the top of the range, comes with new V8 engine (M 177 Evo) which generates output of 537 hp and 750 Nm of torque. Mild-hybr...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30