electricity without emitting carbon dioxide (CO2). The government will work out the details, including the amount and proportions of assistance, and will start accepting applications publicly in 2026. The Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry of Japan held meetings of the "Green Transformation (GX) Industry Location Working Group" and explained the framework for the assistance through October 9. The Ministry plans to promote industrial concen...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

Futaba Industrial’s decarbonization solution selected as Tokyo’s support project Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd. announced that its “decarbonization solution using a system that directly collects carbon dioxide (CO2) from internal combustion engines” has been selected as one of Tokyo Metropolitan Government's early social implementation support projects for the creation of GX (green transformation) related industries. In the future, the compa...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

acity and delay the timing to begin full production. The original plan had qualified to receive a government subsidy under a project led by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) to support the establishment of supply chains consisting of Japanese manufacturing companies in the GX (green transformation) area. However, Honda decided to opt out of the program as its revised plan will no longer fulfill the requirement of startin...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

undai (173 PP100) and Chevrolet (178 PP100).     • General Motors was the parent corporation receiving the most model-level awards (five awards), followed by Ford (four awards) and Honda Motor Company (three awards).      • GM models that ranked highest in their segment were Buick Encore GX, Cadillac XT5, Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet Silverado and Chevrolet Tahoe.     • Ford models that ranked highest in their segment were Ford Esc...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28

ference that the company is not making immediate changes to imports of its entry-level Chevrolet and Buick crossovers built in South Korea in response to the 25% Trump import tariffs.  GM is “still contribution-margin positive” on the Chevrolet Trax and Trailblazer and Buick Envista and Encore GX subcompact crossovers in the U.S., Jacobson said. The four models remain some of GM’s most affordable vehicles, with starting prices ranging from...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

GM’s future in South Korea clouded by Trump’s tariffs GM’s strategy of producing affordable SUVs like the Chevrolet Trax or Trailblazer, as well as the Buick Encore GX and Envista, in its three South Korea plants almost exclusively for the U.S. market leaves it uniquely exposed to President Trump’s 25% auto import tariffs. Until April’s tariffs, cars sold between the U.S. and South Korea were untaxed under a bilateral free trade agreeme...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

inaugurated the Southeast Asia “DONGFENG DAY 2025” brand event in Jakarta, Indonesia.  Over 100 representatives from Southeast Asian countries joined the event to review the achievements of Dongfeng Truck in 2024 while witnessing the unveiling of the new models in Indonesia, including DONGFENG GX, DONGFENG KC PRO, and DONGFENG KC PLUS, and outline the strategic blueprint for 2025. The event also showcased multiple exhibition areas, including...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

Japanese government reveals draft outline of “GX2040 Vision” On December 19, the Japanese government announced the outline of its draft “GX2040 Vision” national decarbonization strategy through 2040. A detailed draft will be released next week. The draft shows the government’s goals for industrial structures and locations for 2040, including its policy for investment in the automotive and other important industries. The government regar...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/20

METI certifies Toyota’s FC-related business Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced on December 18 that its new production plan for fuel cells (FCs) and a water electrolysis system to supply hydrogen was selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) as a successful applicant for its Support Program for Building GX Supply Chains. The company will invest JPY 40.5 billion in its headquarters plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefect...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

Japanese government to start CO2 emission quota trading system in FY 2026 At a GX Implementation Council held on November 22, the Japanese government announced its new policy about carbon dioxide (CO2) emission quota trading, which will officially start from the fiscal year that starts in April 2026 (FY 2026). The policy will require companies that directly emit 100,000 tons of CO2 per year to amortize emission allowances equal to their CO2 emiss...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/25

Coscharis Motors and Geely partner for Nigeria market, to assemble two Geely models On November 19, Geely Auto International Corporation named Coscharis Motors as its official retailpartner in Nigeria. Coscharis Motors will launch the latest Geely models in Nigeria very soon. Coscharis Assembly Plant in Lagos is also assembling new Geely models. The plant assembles the All New GX3 Pro and the New Coolray and will distribute the vehicles through t...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/22

Toyota Australia launches new-generation LandCruiser Prado SUV Announced on November 13, 2024, Toyota has launched the new-generation LandCruiser Prado SUV in Australia. Priced from AUD 72,500, its 5 available grades include GX, GXL, VX, and top-of-the-range Kakadu, along with the off-road-focused Altitude.  Featuring a stylish new design, this SUV delivers comprehensive improvements in driveability, off-road capability, safety, technology and f...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/18

ico, marking the entry of the Chinese heavy vehicle brand into the market. For this, Energon Motors invested USD 15 million, becoming the official importer of Dongfeng Motor Corporation’s heavy trucks in Mexico, offering heavy-duty trucks with capacities over 8 tons, starting with two models: the GX, equipped with a 560 hp engine and automatic transmission, and the KX, with a 520 hp engine and manual transmission. Both models have a towing capa...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/15

IVECO Bus to electrify Annonay plant to produce EV buses and EV batteries On October 10, IVECO Bus announced its decision to electrify its Annonay plant in 2024, integrating the production of the HEULIEZ GX ELEC and IVECO E-WAY electric models into its assembly lines. The assembly lines will also accommodate the production of the new E-WAY-H2 fuel cell models. The company has also introduced a unit dedicated to assembling the latest-generation el...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/11

European Bus manufacturers showcase bus solutions at EuMo Expo 2024 in Strasbourg, France On October 1, multiple European Bus manufactures announced that they will be present their bus solutions at the European Mobility Expo (EuMo Expo) in Strasbourg, France from October 1 to 3, 2024. Iveco Bus will present the GX 337 ELEC, available in four different lengths and equipped with 5 to 9 new generation NMC battery packs from FPT Industrial, each ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/04

Iveco announces 3 contracts for 51 buses in France On September 30, Iveco received 3 new contracts for electric mobility solutions in France. In total, Iveco received the order of 31 hydrogen fuel cell buses and 20 battery electric buses during September. 12 units of GX 337 H2 LINIUM BRT hydrogen fuel cell buses were ordered by Cannes Lérins Urban Community, with deliveries expected to start during the second half of 2025. Lorient Agglomération...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/01

DFCV launches Hi-Truck high-end vehicle family On September 26, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) announced that Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd. (DFCV), a subsidiary, launched the Hi-Truck high-end vehicle family in Wuhan. The “H” and “i” stand for “high-end” and “intelligent”, respectively. The Hi-Truck family includes the new Dongfeng Tianlong GX high-end heavy-duty truck and intelligent heavy-duty trucks with Level 2+ int...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/30

Lexus announces arrival of 2024 GX model in Argentina On September 26, it was announced that Lexus will introduce its 2024 GX model in Argentina. The E-segment (large) off-road vehicle features the GA-F platform and is likely to be equipped with a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, delivering 350 hp and 650 Nm, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 4x4 drive with a low-range gearbox and differential locks. Specifically in Argentina, this...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/27

Iveco Bus starts to deliver first hydrogen-powered GX 337 H2 LINIUM buses to Cannes Lérins Urban Community, France by 2025 On September 9, Iveco Bus announced that it would deliver its first 12 GX 337 H2 LINIUM hydrogen buses to the Cannes Lérins Urban Community starting in the second half of 2025. These follow the successful deployment of 35 GX ELEC electric buses, advancing the decarbonization of the PALM BUS network. GX 337 H2 LINIUM feature...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

mercial availability of Gogoro's battery swapping and electric scooters in the Kathmandu Valley slated for October 2024. The announcement was made at the NADA Auto Show in Kathmandu. The companies introduced two new Gogoro electric scooters to Nepal - the Pulse and JEGO - and the existing CrossOver GX250 which are exclusively available through Nebula Energy. They also announced the locations of 45 battery-swapping stations in Kathmandu Valley. Ne...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/29