26 (ending in March 2027). METI will consider the “emerging nation industrial park model” and “advanced nation urban model” as a measure to roll out perovskite solar cells overseas. On February 17, a meeting of experts was held to discuss strategies in the “resources, energy security, and GX” field out of the 17 fields that were selected as strategic fields by the Japanese government at the “Japan Growth Strategy Council.” In addi...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

XPeng unveils specifications of GX flagship SUV On February 7, XPeng unveiled the specifications of the GX flagship large 6-seater luxury SUV. The GX measures 5,265mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,115mm. Powered by an 800V platform and a 5C AI battery, the GX is available in REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) and EV (battery electric vehicle) variants with a dual-motor intelligent 4WD layout. An XPeng in-house de...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/10

XPeng names first flagship large 6-seater SUV “GX” On February 5, XPeng named its first flagship large 6-seater SUV the “GX”. The GX is codenamed the G01. The X in the name not only implies the exploration of the wonderful unknown during travel, but also represents XPeng’s X-tech development path, namely, insisting on leveraging technologies to resolve problems. Built on the new SEPA 3.0 physical AI automotive architecture, the GX inher...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/09

Dongfeng resumes sales of GX 4x2 tractor units in Russia On December 29, Dongfeng Motor Rus LLC, the official importer of Dongfeng in Russia, announced the resumption of sales of the Dongfeng GX 4x2 (DFH4180) tractor units in the country. The decision follows an order by Rosstandart lifting the previously imposed restrictions. In July 2025, Rosstandart had suspended the Customs Union Technical Specifications (CTS) for the Dongfeng GX 4x2 (DFH4180...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/31

Iveco Bus starts delivering GX 337 H2 LINIUM Hydrogen City Bus in Europe On December 23, Iveco Bus delivered its first hydrogen city bus, the GX 337 H2 LINIUM, to Lorient Agglomeration, France. The bus will start operating on the IziLo Mobilités network from December 22, 2025. More buses will be added gradually, with 10 units delivered in 2026, bringing the total to 19 buses. The GX 337 H2 LINIUM uses a 100-kW hydrogen fuel cell, four hydrogen t...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Saipa Diesel, Iran, starts production of GX560 commercial vehicle On December 21, Saipa Diesel, in a social media update, announced that it has started production of the GX560 heavy commercial vehicle. It is powered by a 14-liter 6-cylinder CUMMINS engine, which offers 560 horsepower and a torque of 2,650 Nm at 1,100 to 1,300 rpm. It has a ZF transmission and Dana axles. The production was launched in cooperation with Dongfeng. Based on social me...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/22

diesel engine, working with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission depending on the grade. After the HiLux launch, the sixth-generation RAV4 is set to arrive in late Q1 2026, bringing updated tech, improved safety systems, and a broader grade lineup. The entry point is the hybrid (HEV) GX 2WD, priced from AUD 45,990. Then, in Q3 2026, Toyota will roll out Australia’s first RAV4 PHEV, available in two grades, including the new GR Sp...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Toyota recalling Tundra trucks, Lexus GX and LX for potential engine failure in U.S. On November 6, Toyota announced it is conducting a safety recall involving 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, 2022-2024 Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles in North America, affecting approximately 127,000 conventional gas only models of the two brands in the U.S. The engine in question is a 3.5-liter twin-turbo i-Force V6 engine. Toyota acknowledged that there is a possi...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

m the 2022-2026 model years, as well as Subaru Solterra vehicles, equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. The recall covers certain Toyota bZ4X, Camry, Crown, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Mirai, Prius, RAV4, Sienna and Venza models, as well as the Lexus ES, GX, LC, LS, LX, NX, RX, RZ and TX, and the 2023-25 Subaru Solterra, which was a collaboration between the two automakers. The affected vehicles are eq...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

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

Japanese government to accelerate GX policy with sector-specific policies to be released in 2025 The Japanese government plans to finalize its Green Transformation (GX) policy by sector this year, including reviewing and adding measures. It has recently convened a GX investment expert panel to check progress on investments made so far and organize agenda items. In the automotive field, it was reported that the ratio of electrified vehicles to the...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

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