g up over 41% of Renault’s passenger car sales. The brand is also close to reaching 1 million full hybrid E-Tech vehicles sold. Whereas, Dacia accounts for 17.2%, increased by the strong performance of the Duster Hybrid. Electric models, led by the Spring, now make up 6.2% of Dacia’s sales. For H2 2025, Renault will strengthen its EV lineup with the EUR 25,000 Renault 5 E-Tech and the launch of the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric in Europe. In hybr...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

BAIC Group releases H2 2025 model launch plans On July 16, BAIC Group released model launch plans for the second half of 2025 (H2 2025). In H2 2025, the group will launch a series of new models and facelifts, including: the Arcfox T1, the first newly developed production model under its “Three-Year Leap Forward” action plan; the BJ40 ICEV (internal combustion engine vehicle) professional off-road SUV; the BJ30, a hybrid SUV in the CNY 100,000...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

NTOLIN ENGINEERING GROUP (Burgos) (Grant EUR 3.5 million, Loan EUR 1.4 million) SAPA OPERATIONS (Guipúzcoa) (Grant EUR 1.6 million, Loan EUR 702 thousand) CRP COMPONENTS (Burgos) (Grant EUR 2.4 million) DAU AUTOMOCION (Burgos) (Grant EUR 3.8 million) CYC AUTOMOCION (Burgos) (Grant EUR 1.6 million) H2VECTOR ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES (Asturias) (Grant EUR 699 thousand) VEGA ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES (Barcelona) (Grant EUR 1.2 million) ACEBSA INSULATORS, CONDU...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Toyota Thailand to launch 3 models in H2 2025, starting with Yaris Ativ Hybrid in August Reported on July 5, 2025, Toyota Motor Thailand plans to launch 3 new models in the second half of 2025 to support market recovery, starting with the Yaris Ativ Hybrid on August 21. This new Yaris Ativ Hybrid will be sold alongside the existing internal combustion engine (ICE) version, offering consumers more choice. Initially, the hybrid is expected to accou...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

end into Q3/2026. In addition, the company is adjusting its direct labor levels to align with lower production volumes due to ongoing market softness, especially in the North American and European truck segments, largely driven by U.S. tariffs and broader geopolitical tensions. Market forecasts for H2/2025 have been revised downward and currently fall below the company’s earlier expectations. KA will monitor the situation and provide an update ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

and Europe, including Stuttgart, Hamburg, France, Italy, and others. The bus uses third-generation NMC3 lithium-ion batteries, with 4 to 6 battery packs offering up to 588 kWh capacity. These batteries use nickel, manganese, and cobalt. Starting in 2025, the eCitaro fuel cell bus will offer a new "H2 Mode," allowing it to run fully on hydrogen in certain cases. In this mode, the fuel cell will act as a range extender which charges the battery wh...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Talbros Chassis Systems) for chassis components, 50% of these orders are for the electric vehicle segment. It has also received orders through JV (Talbros Marugo Rubber) worth INR 300 million in the domestic market for products like hoses. The commercialization of these products will start from the H2 FY26 (ending March 31, 2026).  Based on press release from Talbros Automotive Components Limited (TACL)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

CaetanoBus, Portugal expands its city bus portfolio On June 9, CaetanoBus announced that it has renewed and expanded its city bus portfolio, combining modern design with advanced engineering. The new generation of CAETANO buses includes 8.5m, 12m, and 18m vehicles, all focused on zero-emission, and passenger-centric mobility. TOYOTA technology remains in the heart of the CAETANO H2.CityGold 12m and 18m, which are equipped with the TOYOTA Fuel Cel...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

tion as Malaysia’s best-selling EV. Proton noted a sustained upward trend over the past 3 months, rebounding from a slow start to the year. Growth was driven by aggressive promotions, strong demand for its tech-forward lineup, and a robust 3S/4S network. The company aims to maintain momentum into H2 2025 with new events and model launches as part of its next business phase. Internationally, Proton will launch the e.MAS 7 in Trinidad & Tobago in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

130 hp BlueHDi engine, offering fuel efficiency and flexibility—great for businesses in the cleaning sector. Citroën Ë-Jumpy M: an electric van comes with 75 kWh battery which provides a range of 330 km. The van is quiet and eco-friendly, ideal for city-based cleaning services. Peugeot Boxer L3 H2: A spacious large van, built for carrying equipment and materials. Powerful and reliable, suited for professional use. Based on Stellantis Italy p...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

rrent dual-band Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 for secure over-the-air software updates. Moreover, it supports smart car access solutions based on NXP’s Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, as well as an automotive secure element. This OrangeBox 2.0 is expected to be available in H2/2025 and will be showcased at Computex 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, from May 20-23. (From a press release dated May 20, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

um van segment in the first half of 2027, and the PV9, a large van model set to arrive before the end of the decade. Isuzu unveiled the new D-Max EV, featuring 1-tonne payload, 3,500kg towing capability, and 160 miles range, scheduled to launch in the UK in February 2026, with pre-orders opening in H2 2025. Also making their debut at the 2025 CV Show were the D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 and the D-Max Huntsman editions. Other notable highlights inclu...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

rtainty on KA’s business. The company is working to mitigate the direct effects. Despite high uncertainty and subdued demand, KA noted a slight increase in customer activity in early 2025 compared to Q4/2024. Several key customers in Europe reported growing order books and production ramp-ups for H2/2025. The company maintains its outlook for 2025, expecting an improved EBIT margin compared to 2024. This outlook is supported by continued cost o...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

ributor of Toyota vehicles in Saudi Arabia, along with Toyota Motor Corporation, participated in the second hydrogen fuel cell bus trial across Makkah, led by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites and the Ministry of Energy, Saudi Arabia. Abdul Latif Jameel Motors provided the Caetano H2.City Gold bus, powered by Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell technology. The bus, built by Portugal’s CaetanoBus SA, offers up to 400 km of range with...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

f this project, Rehlko and Toyota further developed and engineered a commercialized 1MW system to meet the demand for 1MW or more, with Rehlko developing the overall system and Toyota supplying fuel cell technology. Toyota maintains an engineering, product planning and business operations at its NA H2HQ headquarters in California and fuel cell kit assembly in Georgetown, Kentucky. (Toyota press release on April 29, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

ts car manufacturer, which will be integrating Smart Eye’s technology into an upcoming luxury SUV. The estimated revenue from the order is SEK 50 million, based on projected product life cycle estimates. The new car model featuring Smart Eye’s AIS system is expected to go into production during H2 2025.  Based on Smart Eye press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

BASF invests in new semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany On April 29, BASF announced that it will expand its production capacity for semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid (H2SO4) at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany. It will start operations in 2027. The BASF investment will be in a high double-digit million-euro range. A close cooperation partner of BASF is currently building a new chip production plant in Europe. These ch...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

helium, and carbon dioxide, along with Bosch Rexroth’s CryoPump refueling solution that enables rapid hydrogen filling for Class 8 trucks with a range of approximately 600 miles. In addition, Bosch announced that it is one of the founding members of The Hydrogen Engine Alliance – North America (H2EA-NA), supporting the advancement of hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines (H2-ICEs) for low-carbon transportation and industrial applicatio...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

how fuel cell technology. TMNA has been developing hydrogen fuel cell technologies in the U.S. for more than 30 years. The 2015 Toyota Mirai sedan was the first mass-produced fuel cell electric vehicle to go on sale to the public. Since then, the Gardena, California-based Hydrogen Headquarters (NA H2HQ) office has expanded operations and use cases and has performed vigorous tests with fuel cells in temperatures lower than -20° Fahrenheit in Can...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

Proterra to debut innovative battery pack for heavy-duty trucks at ACT Expo On April 24, Proterra Powered LLC, a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, announced the debut of its H2-23 battery pack as part of the company’s new Onyx Strata series. Engineered for Class 8 trucks and other demanding commercial applications, the new form factor expands Proterra' battery technology portfolio for heavy-duty transportation....

News  Updated at: 2025/04/25