es. These changes underscore Vietnam’s commitment to sustainable growth, green vehicle production, and resource security. Notably, the decree eases production volume requirements for preferential import tariffs. Manufacturers of petrol or diesel vehicles can now count electric, hybrid, fuel cell, biofuel, or natural gas-powered units toward their total output, making it easier to qualify and encouraging green investment. Additionally, companies...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Iveco Bus to unveil new zero-emission and biofuel models at Busworld Europe 2025 On July 11, Iveco Bus announced that it will participate in Busworld Europe 2025 from October 4 to 9, 2025, in Brussels. It will present six vehicles that reflect its clean mobility approach and flexible technology strategy for reducing emissions in passenger transport. World Premiere of eDaily Low Entry Minibus: a new electric minibus designed for zero-emission urb...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center in Brazil initiates 8 projects on biofuels and biomaterials for future mobility MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) announced that its Global Biomobility Center, located at its Tech Center in Jundiaí, São Paulo, Brazil, has initiated 8 development projects since starting operation in May 2024. With a focus on biofuels and biomaterials for future mobility, the projects are being developed in partnership with OEMs, automotive s...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

lus one wheelchair space. The new Volvo B13R UNVI XL is powered by the latest generation 13-litre Euro-6 diesel engine, paired with a 12-speed Volvo I-Shift transmission, delivering up to 500 hp of power and 2,500 Nm or torque. The vehicle can also run on either hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) or biofuel engine options. Based on Volvo Buses press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11

eed to be addressed to popularize the new fuel. The Japanese government intends to foster collaboration with the private sector through the action plan to make necessary investments and carry out policies. In November 2024, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry set the new goal of introducing biofuel. In addition to putting biofuel into practical use by FY 2030, the Ministry aims to raise the sales ratio of new vehicles that support “E20...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

Japanese government aiming to start supply of gasoline with 10% biofuel by FY 2030 Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced its policy to start the supply of “E10” gasoline, which consists of 10% biofuel and 90% normal gasoline, by the fiscal year that starts in April 2030 (FY 2030) at a meeting held on November 11. It also intends to raise the sales ratio of new vehicles that support “E20” gasoline, which contains 20% ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/13

become a viable alternative energy source in Japan, boosting the growth of fuel cell vehicles. By 2033, we expect to see over 150,000 FCEVs on the road, supported by the government’s plan to build 1,000 hydrogen refueling stations by 2030. First PFCEV from a Japanese Carmaker and Next-Generation Biofuel Other Japanese OEMs showcased their solutions for carbon neutrality alongside comprehensive EV services. Honda presented the CR-V e:FCEV, a mo...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/28

IAA Transportation 2024: Scania to showcase new electric and biofuel trucks On September 12, Scania announced that it will showcase its electrified and biofuel heavy trucks, including a new battery electric tractor at the IAA Transportation in Hanover between September 17 - 22, 2024. With Scania’s modular system, customers can choose from a variety of electric machines, battery packs, chassis, cab options, and axle configurations, allowing tail...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/12

Euglena to cooperate with Hinomaru Motor in carbon neutrality using blended biofuel Euglena Co., Ltd. (Euglena) announced that it will jointly engage in carbon neutrality using blended biofuel with Hinomaru Motor Vehicles Co., Ltd. (Hinomaru Motor, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo). Buses operated by Hinomaru Motor will use the "SUSTEO” blended biofuel delivered by Euglena. The two companies have been selected as operators for the Tokyo Metropolitan Governme...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/02

ergy supplier, partnered with Valmet Automotive to implement the Uusikaupunki solar power plant by providing Finnish-made solar panels, as well as electricity and portfolio management services. Additionally, Valmet also announced plans to cut CO2 emissions at its Uusikaupunki facility by increasing biofuel use. The company also aims to produce all the energy needed for battery and vehicle production with renewable biofuels from 2024. (Based on Va...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/16

can provide end-to-end support to BASF’s customers, from initial catalyst development to final product delivery.  It will address the needs of India’s evolving automobile industry and the Indian government’s focus on diversifying fuel sources, including further adoption of CNG and renewable biofuels and hydrogen. This requires that local original equipment manufacturers launch flex-fuel vehicles capable of running on any biofuel-gasoline ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06

Euglena to invest in construction of biofuel plant in Malaysia Euglena Co., Ltd. (Euglena) announced that it has decided a final investment in a project to construct a biofuel plant in Malaysia. The company intends to start operations of a next-generation biodiesel fuel plant by the second half of 2028. A joint venture of Euglena, Petroliam Nasional Berhad of Malaysia (Petronas, a Malaysia-owned oil company), and Enilive SpA (an Italian biofuel m...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06

Polestar reduces emissions in its supply chain On June 5, Polestar announced the reduction of emissions in its supply chain, a plan that is in line with the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2040. This emissions reduction is possible thanks to the use of renewable fuels on its maritime transport routes, which comprise 75% of total transport emissions. With biofuel B30, which contains 30% Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME), emissions can be red...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

ales ratio (including HV and PHV) in 2024. In the 4 months of 2024, CAMPI-TMA sales tallied 146,920 units, up 14.8% YoY. The top 3 brands in the market in January-April 2024 were Toyota, Mitsubishi Motors, and Ford. Regarding the Department of Energy’s announcement of the implementation of higher biofuel blends starting October 2024, CAMPI said new vehicles being sold are already compatible with B3 biodiesel. Meanwhile, the use of E20 or gasoli...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/31

nnovative features include common rail injection at 2,500 bar for precise fuel delivery and a variable vane turbine turbocharger for optimal response at all engine speeds. The advanced powertrain meets strict Euro 6d+e emissions regulations and is also designed to use the latest B10 diesel with 10% biofuel content, reducing carbon footprint. HABAŞ Group is a Turkey-based production and export company, specializing in industrial and medical gases...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/09

el-powered vehicles of Deutz can now be refueled with HVO at the site, resulting in an immediate reduction in the CO2 emission of its fleet by up to 90%. This will help to reduce the company’s scope 1 emissions and aligns with its goal to become climate-neutral by 2050. HVO is a second-generation biofuel which uses renewable raw materials, such as used cooking oil, animal fats, and residues from vegetable oil processing. It is compatible with a...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/28

for its entire useful life and the fuel cell will need maintenance, without replacing components, only after around 30,000 hours of operation, depending on the kind of routes and use. In addition to the hydrogen version, the Irizar i6S Efficient is available with diesel, biodiesel, natural gas, and biofuel technology. Irizar also presented Irizar i8, with some updates of the Efficient range, like the digital camera system. The new version will in...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/10

New generation DAF Trucks ready for HVO biofuel to reduce 90% CO2 emissions On July 20, DAF Trucks announced that it can efficiently use Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), as a biofuel made from food industry waste in their latest generation trucks, resulting in up to 90% reduced CO2 emissions (‘Well-to-wheel’) compared to regular diesel. The company is making strides to reduce CO2 emissions with fully electric trucks, hydrogen technology, and...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/21

brid vehicles in the future.  The first fully electric models, Volkswagen ID.4 and ID. Buzz, will be introduced in Brazil before the end of 2023. Volkswagen will continue to offer alternative drives until full electrification, and all new models produced in the region will be compatible with 100% biofuel, aligning with the sustainability strategy of Volkswagen South America and the Way to Zero initiative. The newly opened development center in ...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/05

ral Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV). It regulates the procurement of vehicles in the public sector. According to the amendment to the law, synthetic paraffinic fuels from fossil sources can no longer be counted as clean and climate-friendly when publicly procuring trucks and buses.Biofuels produced from raw materials with a high risk of indirect land use change are already excluded from the current regulation. However, the produ...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/22