Volvo Trucks unveils new engines for renewable fuels and hydrogen use On May 12, Volvo Trucks unveiled two new 13-liter engines developed for renewable diesel and gas fuel applications, with support for future hydrogen applications. Both engines are built on Volvo’s latest in-house engine platform. The new engine offers more power, improved drivability, lower noise, reduced emissions, and up to 4% lower fuel consumption compared to the previous...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

M-AUTOMOTIV introduces JAC Motors range in Morocco On May 8, multiple sources reported that M-AUTOMOTIV, a leading automotive distributor in Morocco, officially introduced the JAC MOTORS range in Morocco. It has introduced JAC E30X, an EV with a range of 524 km, and the M3 EV electric van. It also introduced JAC T8 and T8 PRO pickups, powered by a 2.0 CTI diesel engine. M-AUTOMOTIV also introduced locally assembled Sunray bus as well as heavy-dut...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

ifted toward more fuel-efficient models. CAMPI expects the xEV mix to continue expanding, supported by changing consumer preferences and adjustments in automakers’ product offerings and import mix. Domestic fuel prices climbed sharply following the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran, with diesel prices briefly reaching PHP170/liter. Although prices have eased somewhat, supply disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to keep fuel...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

GM announces new 3.0L Duramax diesel engine for economy, towing strength On May 1, General Motors announced that its latest 3.0L Duramax diesel continues the brand’s light-duty diesel lineage, combining strong towing capability with excellent highway range.  The engine delivers 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque, and in a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD SUV, offers an EPA-estimated 624 miles of highway range, achieving EPA figures of 22 mpg city, 26 mpg ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

BorgWarner supplying VTG turbocharger, EGR cooler for EU commercial vehicle On May 6, BorgWarner announced it has secured conquest business with a major European commercial vehicle OEM to supply a high-efficiency VTG turbocharger and an EGR cooler for a Euro 7-compliant, 6-cylinder heavy-duty diesel engine platform.  Manufactured at BorgWarner’s facilities in Bradford, United Kingdom, and Vigo, Spain, the two products support the OEM’s produ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

UK passenger car sales up 24.0% in April 2026, rebounding from last April’s tax changes UK passenger car sales increased 24.0% year-on-year to 149,247 units in April 2026, according to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) released on May 5. Year-to-date sales were up 9.0% with 764,101 cars registered in the first four months of 2026. The increase reflects a rebound from an unusually weak April last year, when buyers p...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

s.  The products for these awards will be manufactured at BorgWarner’s facilities in Rzeszów, Poland and Kirchheimbolanden, Germany. Production will begin in phases from Q2 2026 through Q2 2029. The awarded business includes turbocharger solutions for vehicle programs covering both gasoline and diesel applications. The portfolio includes variable turbine geometry, twin-scroll wastegate and regulated two-stage turbocharging technologies tailor...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

ACT Expo 2026: Toyota announces collaboration with Hyroad to deploy FCEV trucks On May 4, Toyota Motor North America announced an agreement with Hyroad Energy to deploy 40 Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in Southern California. The announcement was made at ACT Expo 2026, where a Hyroad truck is on display at Toyota’s booth. Under the agreement, Hyroad will provide trucks, maintenance, data and software services to support Toyota’s logistics...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05

ACT Expo 2026: PHINIA showcases H2ICE LCV, hydrogen combustion innovation On May 4, Phinia Inc., a recent spinoff from BorgWarner, announced its participation in ACT Expo 2026, taking place May 4-7 in Las Vegas, where it will debut its first homologated hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) light commercial vehicle (LCV), certified for on-road use. It was designed for light commercial and public transport applications and is capable of carr...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05

JAC Motors launches T8 Double Cab in South Africa On April 23, JAC Motors South Africa launched the T8 2.0L CTi Comfort 4x2 double-cab at ZAR 349,900, the lowest-priced double-cab on the market. It is powered by a 2.0-litre common-rail turbo-diesel engine with an intercooler and Electric Variable Geometry Turbocharger (EVGT). The engine delivers 104 kW at 3,600 rpm and 320 Nm of torque and is paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Its 76-li...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Mazda to end sales of Mazda2 in Japan as early as July Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) will end sales of its Mazda2 compact car in Japan as early as July 2026. Mazda is not likely to introduce a successor to the model in Japan for the time being. The Mazda2 played a key role in broadening Mazda's appeal as an affordable compact car, but sales had been sluggish in recent years due to its long model lifecycle. Mazda will continue the production and...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Astana Motors presents first Kazakhstan-produced GWM pickup trucks On April 22, Astana Motors presented the first batch of Kazakhstan-produced pickup trucks from the Great Wall Motor at its commercial vehicle plant in Almaty. A total of 305 pickups were produced in Kazakhstan, 233 of which were GWM Wingle 7, and 72 were GWM Poer. The GWM Wingle 7 dimensions are 5,395 x 1,800 x 1,860 mm. The wheelbase is 3,350 mm. Two engines are available: a 2.4L...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

olis, Indiana, bringing a new standard in performance, durability, and versatility for fire, rescue, utility, and vocational applications. The Monterra II will replace Acela's current Monterra platform with meaningful enhancements and expanded capabilities.  Powered by a Cummins B6.7L turbocharged diesel engine producing 360 hp and 900 lb-ft of torque, mated to an Allison 3000 EVS six-speed automatic transmission, the platform delivers the relia...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

Isuzu introduces D-Max 2.2 diesel at Commercial Vehicle Show 2026 in UK On April 21, Isuzu UK presented the new Isuzu D-Max 2.2 diesel at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026. It has a new 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine as standard, replacing the 1.9-litre version. The range of cab options comprises Single Cab, Extended Cab, and Double Cab configurations. It will be available from the official Isuzu dealer network from July 2026. Prices start from GBP...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

BorgWarner extends controller business with global off-highway manufacturer On April 21, BorgWarner announced it has secured a seven-year contract extension to supply eight families of engine, machine, power module, and battery management system controllers to a global off-highway manufacturer, running through December 2032. The extension spans a broad range of applications, from construction vehicles and marine platforms to stationary power syst...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

Nexio debuts propane-powered truck at show in Nashville, Tennessee On April 17, Nexio Power, Inc., a Texas-based manufacturer of propane-powered commercial vehicles and alternative fuel engines, announced it will exhibit at the 2026 NPGA Southeastern & International Propane Expo in Nashville, Tennessee, April 19–21, where it will showcase the latest iteration of its propane-powered commercial vehicle platform. The company's Nexio XLP 775-4 truc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

KGM Motors UK to showcase new Musso at Commercial Vehicle Show 2026 On April 17, KGM Motors UK announced that it will showcase the new Musso at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from April 21–23, 2026. This will be the first public display before its planned launch in Q3 2026. The Musso Rhino continues its diesel lineup. It is aimed at buyers who prefer traditional diesel performance ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/20

BMW Austria expands electric motor production with second electric motor line at Steyr plant On April 16, BMW Austria started production on a second electric motor line at its Steyr plant, increasing its overall production capacity as planned.The first line began operations last year, producing over 8,500 motors for BMW iX3 in 2025. With the new line and higher output, the plant expects to produce over 100,000 motors this year. The new line adds ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

istributors Association (ODD), Renault sales were 13,099 units in March (12.8% market share), Fiat sales were 9,073 units (8.9% share), Toyota sales were 7,747 units (7.6% share), Peugeot sales were 7,161 units (7.0% share) and VW sales were 7,006 units (6.9% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine vehicles decreased 28.0% to 32,769 units (41.0% share), diesel-engine vehicles decreased 35.7% to 4,475 units (5.6% share), hybrid vehicles inc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/13

Kia introduces its first-ever bakkie “Tasman” to South African market On April 9, Kia South Africa, in a social media post, announced that it has introduced its first-ever bakkie, “Kia Tasman,” to the South African market. It is powered by a 2.2-liter diesel engine. It's specially designed X-TREK mode enables stable, constant driving through low-speed cruising. The Tasman is rated for Gross Combined Mass (GCM) of 6,200kg & Gross Vehicle M...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10