ct 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 10-, 12-,...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

Suzuki opens biogas plant in Gujarat, India On December 6, 2025, Suzuki Motor Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary, Suzuki R&D Center India, inaugurated the BANAS SUZUKI BIOGAS PLANT at Agthala in Banaskantha district, Gujarat. The facility is Suzuki’s first plant dedicated to producing and selling compressed biogas (CBG) as fuel for CNG vehicles, developed under a 2023 agreement with the National Dairy Development Board and Banas Dairy....

News  Updated at: 2025/12/09

e heat or cold, on steep mountain roads, and at altitudes up to 2,000 meters. The Cursor 9 Euro VI natural gas engine delivers torque similar to diesel engines but with lower noise, better fuel efficiency, and cleaner emissions because of its advanced injection and combustion systems. It works with CNG, LNG, and biomethane, helping cut carbon emissions. With long service intervals up to 40,000 km, and easy maintenance. Based on FPT Industrial pre...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

Ashok Leyland, India expands electric and alternative fuel truck lineup In an investor update, Ashok Leyland announced that it is strengthening its product roadmap with an expansion into non-diesel technologies. Ashok Leyland has been developing two light electric trucks and three heavy MHCV electric trucks, and multiple electric bus models, as well as newly introduced models running on CNG, LNG, and hydrogen. In the heavy-duty diesel segment, ne...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/24

Dana Motors presents new CNG and electric vehicles in Nigeria On November 23, multiple sources reported that Dana Motors Limited presented several electric and CNG-powered vehicles at the Abuja International Motor Fair 2025. It has presented the latest Kia models, such as EV9, EV5, MPVs, etc. It is now focusing on the localization of the supply chain and further assembly of Kia vehicles in Nigeria.  Based on Kia Nigeria social media updates/ mul...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/24

smission, the TraXon 2 Hybrid was developed to improve overall efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions while preserving the range and refueling capabilities of the combustion engine. It is available as full hybrid or plug-in hybrid heavy commercial vehicles and can be combined with diesel, HVO/e-fuels, CNG/LPG or hydrogen combustion engines. It operates at 600 to 800 V, with a continuous power output of 190 kW, and a higher peak power. (From a press ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Nigeria to provide policy support and incentives to auto sector to boost CNG, EV production On November 18, multiple sources reported that the Vice President of Nigeria stated that the government will provide policy support and incentives to the Automotive Sector and make Nigeria the hub for both compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicles (EVs) in West Africa. The automotive sector is a critical pillar of the Federal Government’s agenda...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Iveco S-Way CNG heavy truck achieves over 1,000 km on a single tank in real-world test On November 14, Iveco announced that its gas-powered heavy trucks S-Way CNG drove more than 1,000 km on one tank of compressed natural gas. The test was done in real operating conditions between the Belgian and Spanish borders. The truck pulled a loaded 30-tonne trailer. The tested truck comes with the FPT Industrial xCursor 13 engine, which generates output of...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

SIMAZ, Russia launches serial production of new low-floor CNG Bus On November 11, the Federal Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that the Simbirsk Bus Plant (SIMAZ) has launched serial production of its new low-floor SIMAZ-4282 bus in Ulyanovsk. The plant will have the capacity to produce up to 1,500 city and tourist buses annually, once fully operational. The total investment in production modernization exceeded RUB 750 million, includi...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

on of resources, and growth. Earlier, on October 8, it also shared new product launches made during Q2 FY2025, ending in September. In the PV segment, Lumax supplied shifters and shark fin antennas for Mahindra & Mahindra (3XO and Scorpio N), as well as shifters, switches, sensors, and receptacles (CNG) to Maruti Suzuki (Victoris), and feeder assemblies and shark fin antennas to Honda Cars (City export model). For two-wheelers, Lumax delivered pl...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/10

IVECO to supply 4,000 buses to Paris transportation system On October 29, it was announced that IVECO BUS signed three framework agreements with Île-de-France Mobilités to supply up to 4,000 low- and zero-emission buses and coaches between 2026 and 2032. The contracts, managed by CATP, cover three vehicle groups: the 12-metre GX 337 ELEC electric bus, 12- and 18-metre URBANWAY CNG buses, and the 12-metre CROSSWAY CNG intercity model. The CNG ve...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

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 aim...

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