hare information on the all-new Prelude, which is scheduled to go on sale in September 2025. Inspired by the image of gliders soaring freely and boundlessly through the open sky, Honda developed the all-new Prelude under the grand concept of “Unlimited Glide”. Equipped with a further advanced e:HEV, original Honda hybrid system, this model will become the “prelude” for future Honda specialty sports models in the electrified era. As for ex...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

utex) has secured an order from a leading automotive OEM to supply a thermoplastic composite lower battery housing unit for a major full-BEV platform spanning across multiple vehicle brands. The lower housing is part of the company’s Pentatonic battery enclosure portfolio, supporting both BEV and HEV production. It seals and protects the vehicle battery while meeting stringent structural and thermal requirements, including crush and bottom impa...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

GIIAS 2025: Honda launches STEP WGN e:HEV in Indonesia; Super EV Concept makes regional debut Announced on July 24, 2025. PT Honda Prospect Motor officially launched the Honda STEP WGN e:HEV at GIIAS 2025. This upper MPV expands Honda’s e:HEV lineup in Indonesia across sedans, SUVs, and MPVs. First introduced in Japan in 1996, the STEP WGN has sold nearly 2 million units globally.  The STEP WGN e:HEV is powered by a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle i-VTEC ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

e. While the volume remained relatively low, it reflected a 12.0% YoY increase and marked the second consecutive month of growth. Of the total output, 34.79% was for the domestic market and 65.21% was for exports.  Data shared by FTI member automakers showed that in June, production reached 20,378 HEV passenger cars and 3,304 BEV passenger cars, along with 712 trucks (ranging from under 5 to over 10 tons) and 45 BEV 1-ton pickups. In H1 2025, to...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

ivity. This supports Indonesia’s EV adoption goals while strengthening the local automotive industry through better accessibility and parts availability. Toyota also displayed the Urban Cruiser EV and Crown FCEV fuel cell vehicle, highlighting its multi-pathway electrification strategy that spans HEV, PHEV, BEV, and FCEV technologies (xEV) to advance sustainable mobility. Toyota stated that it actively collaborates with local partners on decarb...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GIIAS 2025: Daihatsu Indonesia prepares diverse lineup, highlights HEV and EV concepts Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) will showcase 18 units at GIIAS 2025 in Jakarta (July 23–August 3), under the theme “The Future of Joyful Mobility.” The lineup includes commercially available models, concept cars, and upcoming releases. ADM revealed that the previously mentioned HEV to be brought to GIIAS will be the Rocky hybrid...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Daihatsu Indonesia records 66,716 retail sales units in H1 2025, confirms HEV launch at GIIAS 2025 Reported on July 18, 2025, Daihatsu announced plans to unveil its first hybrid model for Indonesia at the 2025 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), scheduled from July 24 to August 3 in Tangerang. While specifications were not disclosed, the company confirmed the vehicle was market-ready and would be competitively priced. In the first...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

Hyundai Santa Fe HEV launched in Thailand On July 15, 2025, the Hyundai Santa Fe mid-size SUV was officially launched in Thailand, available in two HEV variants: Exclusive and Prestige, with prices starting from THB 1.599 million. This bold, boxy, 3-row, 6-seater SUV is designed to redefine spaciousness and comfort. Its distinctive silhouette is highlighted by signature H-shaped LED headlamps and tail lamps, while dual panoramic electric sunroofs...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

Honda Atlas launches first locally assembled hybrid SUV in Pakistan On July 14, Honda Atlas unveiled its first locally assembled hybrid SUV in Pakistan — the Honda HR-V e:HEV, priced at PKR 8.99 million. Bookings for the SUV are now officially open. The HR-V e:HEV comes equipped with Honda’s e:HEV dual-motor hybrid powertrain, offering improved fuel efficiency and performance.  It also features Honda Sensing safety technologies, including co...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

lutch Transmission (DCT), delivering 147 PS and 210 Nm of torque, while maintaining an efficient fuel consumption rate of 6.3L per 100 km. For those prioritizing fuel efficiency and electrified performance, the Hybrid CSH variant features Chery’s advanced Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT). This HEV setup pairs a 96 PS petrol engine with an electric motor producing up to 204 PS and 310 Nm of torque, achieving a combined fuel consumption of 5.4...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

s in June 2025 were Nissan Qashqai (5,008 units), Ford Puma (4,419 units), Tesla Model Y (4,181 units), Vauxhall Corsa (3,583 units) and MG HS (3,567 units).Compared to last June, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 4.2% to 88,029 units (46.0% share), BEV surged 39.1% to 47,354 units (24.8% share), HEV decreased 8.5% to 23,835 units (12.5% share), PHEV jumped 28.8% to 21,382 units (11.2% share), and diesel-engine car sales rose 0.2% to 10,716 uni...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

Subaru to start sales of 2026 Forester SUV in Mexico On July 2, it was reported that Subaru will soon begin sales in Mexico of the 2026 Forester. The 2026 Forester offers two powertrain options. The gasoline version features a 2.5-liter Boxer engine producing 182 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque, paired with a Lineatronic CVT, and delivers a combined fuel efficiency of 16.1 km/l. The new e-Boxer HEV pairs the same engine with an electric motor generat...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/05

Global EV battery installation Jan- May up 38.5% , top CATL with 38.1% share On July 2, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in May 2025. From January to May, the global battery installation increased 38.5% to 401.3 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.4% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 17.5% and Japanese manufacturers a...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Sandero, Dacia Duster, Jeep Avenger and Renault Clio. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in June decreased 26.5% y/y to 31,464 units (23.6% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 35.8% to 13,323 units (10.0% share), hybrid car (HEV) sales decreased 7.1% to 58,027 units (43.6% share), plug-in hybrid car (PHEV) and REx combined sales increased 69.9% to 9,546 units (7.2% share),...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

bled units and 4,050 imported ones. Cumulatively, TMV delivered over 29,000 vehicles in H1 2025, representing a 31% increase YoY. With total accumulated sales reaching 999,857 units, Toyota is on track to surpass the significant milestone of 1 million vehicles sold in Vietnam by July 2025. In June, HEV sales reached 771 units, nearly double the figure from the same month in 2024. The Yaris Cross led Toyota’s June sales with 1,150 units, followe...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

l launch of the all-new Grandis compact SUV in the European market in 2025. The model will be manufactured at Renault’s Valladolid plant in Spain. The new Grandis SUV is built on the CMF-B platform, supplied by Mitsubishi Motors' Alliance partner Renault. The vehicle is available in mild hybrid (MHEV) and hybrid electric (HEV) versions. The MHEV version is equipped with a 1.3-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that delivers 103 kW of power. It ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Suzuki Australia confirms Fronx HEV launch for September 2025, e Vitara to follow in Q1 2026 Based on Suzuki Australia’s homepage, the upcoming addition of 2 new models has been confirmed, including the Fronx, an all-new smart hybrid compact SUV, and the e Vitara, Suzuki’s first mass-production BEV. The Fronx showcases Suzuki’s latest design and technology, featuring advanced connectivity and modern features. This stylish hybrid SUV will be...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Honda introduces Civic Advanced Hybrid model in Brazil On June 30, Honda Brazil introduced the new Civic Advanced Hybrid in Brazil, a model that joins the Accord and CR-V with the ultra-efficient e:HEV system. The Civic Advanced Hybrid features a powertrain of two electric motors and a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with direct injection. The electric drive delivers 184 hp and 32.1 kgfm of torque, while the combustion engine produces 14...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

GAC to launch hybrid vehicle GAC GS8 Dragon in Russia On June 23, GAC presented the full-size crossover, the GAC GS8 Dragon, with a hybrid power plant in Russia. It features a 2-liter gasoline engine, an electric motor, and a Toyota Hybrid System (THS) transmission. The maximum power of the hybrid GAC GS8 Dragon HEV is 427 hp.  It is based on the modern modular GPMA platform. The use of various grades of steel made it possible to achieve high ri...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Toyota relaunches 4Runner model in Mexico as HEV On June 19, Toyota announced the return of the 4Runner to Mexico, now entering its sixth generation as a hybrid SUV. The new 4Runner is powered by the i-Force Max hybrid system, offering 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is available in two trims: Limited and TRD Pro. The TRD Pro features FOX suspension, a disconnecting stabilizer bar, and a Multi...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28