ARAI and PHINIA partner to develop hydrogen internal combustion engines in India On October 17, 2025, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PHINIA Delphi India Pvt Ltd to collaborate on developing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) with direct injection technology. The agreement also includes research into future Gaseous (H2+CNG) Flex Engine applications. The partnership aims...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

IVECO BUS delivers 77 CNG buses in Argentina On October 9, IVECO BUS announced the delivery of 77 new buses to Transporte San José U.T.E. in Paraná, Entre Ríos, Argentina. The fleet includes 50 170S28 buses, 17 170G21 models equipped with ramps for reduced-mobility passengers, and 10 10-190 units with wheelchair access. The CNG buses will be the first to operate in Paraná, representing a milestone in the city’s transition toward cleaner mob...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/17

Innoson Vehicles to build CNG vehicle plant in Nigeria On October 15, Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing (IVM) Limited, in a social media post, announced its plan to establish a manufacturing plant in Bayelsa State. It will partner with the government in setting up a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion station. Multiple sources reported that the new plant will produce buses, ambulances, and utility vehicles, running on CNG. The project will creat...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/16

aunches by FY 2030, including seven completely new models and India’s first locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV by 2027. Hyundai will also launch its luxury Genesis brand in India by 2027. The strategy targets 15%+ domestic market share, with utility vehicles and eco-friendly powertrains (CNG, EV, Hybrid) contributing 80%+ and 50%+ respectively.  Hyundai wants to boost exports to 30% of production by 2030, build toward a “software-de...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

AVTOTOR, Russia unveils BAIC BJ40 CNG SUV prototype On October 10, AVTOTOR announced that it showcased a prototype of the BAIC BJ40 CNG SUV, manufactured at its plant, at the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum 2025. The company continues to expand vehicles powered by environmentally friendly methane fuel. The BAIC BJ40 CNG is a pre-production natural gas SUV built under industrial conditions, featuring an LPG system with a 170 km range. It ha...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/14

Wh battery packs. Compliant with category M3, Class I, it is available in both left- and right-hand drive. It is 7.6 meters long. It can accommodate up to 27 passengers. The G-WAY is available in 9.5-meter or 10.7-meter lengths. It is Biomethane compatible and equipped with the IVECO TECTOR - NEF 6 CNG engine (280 hp, 1,000 Nm). It has a ZF Ecolife 2 gearbox. Available with 3 or 4 tanks (960 l or 1280 l), the G-WAY offers up to 500 km of range. I...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/06

acturer-declared CO₂ performance is likely to benefit the small car produced in India, the segment where Maruti Suzuki is the market leader and has the highest market share. The Carbon Neutrality Factors will push the government's ambition for alternative fuel, especially the ethanol mixed fuels, CNG, Flex fuels, hybrid, etc. The volume derogation factor will further encourage the adoption of pure electric vehicles, hybrids, and flex fuel model...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

TVS Motor, India launches King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Tanzania On September 17, 2025, TVS Motor Company launched the King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in collaboration with distributor Car & General. The  key features of the vehicle include a 5kg dual-fuel CNG tank, an 8-litre gasoline tank, a king-size driver seat, a strong chassis and body with heavy-duty pillars, and a sturdy, ergonomic design for safety...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Tata Motors, India Altroz hatchback secures 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating On September 16, 2025, Tata Motors announced that its new Altroz hatchback achieved a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating across its gasoline, diesel, and CNG variants. The Altroz received 29.65/32 for adult occupant and 44.9/49 for child occupant protection—making it the only hatchback in India to secure a 5-star rating under the Bharat NCAP protocol for all powertrains, and th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

new IVECO BUS URBANWAY 12-meter city buses. The vehicles, equipped with hybrid technology and natural gas engines, are scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2026 and will be deployed across Klaipėda’s network to strengthen the city’s sustainable mobility strategy. The URBANWAY HYBRID CNG, compatible with biomethane, offers up to 16% fuel savings compared to standard diesel versions and a 19% reduction in CO2 emissions, while also p...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

(ex-showroom) for the all-new Victoris SUV, starting at INR 1.05 million and reaching up to INR 2 million for the top-end strong hybrid e-CVT variant. The sales for the Victoris are set to commence on September 22, 2025. The Victoris will be available with a choice of strong hybrid, Smart Hybrid, S-CNG, and ALLGRIP Select powertrains and features a 5-star safety rating. Customers can choose from 21 variants and ten colour options. Additionally, t...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

Government of India slashes GST on cars, bikes, and auto parts to 18% On September 3, during its 56th meeting, the GST Council approved comprehensive tax reforms for India’s automotive industry. Key changes include: Small petrol, LPG, and CNG cars (≤1,200 cc, ≤4,000 mm): GST cut from 28% to 18%. Diesel cars (≤1,500 cc, ≤4,000 mm): GST cut from 28% to 18%. Motorcycles (≤350 cc) and three-wheelers: GST cut from 28% to 18%. Hybrid vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Maruti Suzuki, India launches all-new Victoris SUV On September 3, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India launched the all-new Victoris SUV. The Victoris is available with three powertrains: a 1.5L K-Series gasoline engine with Smart Hybrid technology, a 1.5L strong hybrid (e-CVT) system with EV mode, and a factory-fitted S-CNG option. The 1.5L gasoline engine for Smart Hybrid variant delivers 75.8 kW at 6,000 rpm and 139 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm. The strong...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

to the battery in real time while the batteries are operational, a serial hybrid.  This is effectively recharging the electric vehicle’s battery without the need to stop and recharge. The engine can be fueled through standard ICE (Internal combustion Engine) methods, including gasoline, diesel, CNG, or ultimately Hydrogen. Ingenev will demonstrate this technology at IAA Mobility 2025.  Based on Ingenev press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

IVECO Bus delivers first natural gas chassis in Argentina On September 1, IVECO BUS announced the delivery of its first natural gas chassis in Argentina. Twenty BUS 17-210 G units were handed over to Metropol. This is the first natural gas-powered chassis produced in Argentina, manufactured at the IVECO BUS plant in Córdoba. It is powered by an FPT N60 CNG engine and equipped with nine 80-liter tanks, enabling a range of up to 350 km for long-di...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

s, and its new features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 20.32 cm touchscreen infotainment system, a 3D ARKAMYS surround-sound audio system, rain-sensing wipers, upgraded noise insulation, and a multi-view camera, etc. The latest Kiger generation is also available with retrofitted CNG for manual versions, and both engines are E20 fuel-ready. Based on the Renault India and Renault press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

d, a 6.6-foot load deck, 500mm water wading capacity, and a 3 hours 10 minutes charging time.  Its features include LED lights, rolling windows, twin-axis mirrors, and power gear mode. The vehicle comes with a TVS Connect Fleet platform for tracking and fleet management. TVS Motor also displayed a CNG variant scheduled for launch before end-2025. Based on the TVS Motor press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

Nova Bus receives order for 120 LFSe+ electric buses from Calgary Transit Nova Bus announced that it was awarded a contract to provide 120 LFSe+ electric city buses for Calgary Transit, complementing its current fleet of CNG and diesel buses. Production of the LFSe+ buses for Calgary Transit is expected to begin in 2027 at Nova Bus’s manufacturing plants in St-Eustache, Quebec and St-Francois-du-Lac, Quebec. The LFSe+ electric bus features a 56...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

on of components and spares, with assembly slated to begin by the end of 2025. Strategically positioned to serve export markets across the Middle East and Africa, the plant is expected to create over 100 jobs in its initial phase. While OSM’s immediate focus is EVs, the company plans to introduce CNG-powered models for select African markets as a pragmatic bridge where EV infrastructure is still developing. OSM is positioning Dubai as its launc...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

onitor equipment and cut downtime. For FY 2024-25, research and development expenditure stood at INR 624.34 million. Key R&D activities included in-country HV battery performance and failsafe testing for the CRETA EV, headlamp upgrades, regional language in-car VR, innovative seating, dual-cylinder CNG for Grand i10 NIOS and EXTER, and increased localization of components. Based on Hyundai Motor India Limited Annual Report FY 2024-25...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06