Johnson Matthey opens hydrogen internal combustion engine testing facility in Gothenburg, Sweden Johnson Matthey Plc. (Johnson Matthey) has officially opened its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) testing facility at its site in Gothenburg, Sweden, representing a GBP 2.5 million investment over three years. The new facility will test emission control systems, expanding the company’s heavy-duty vehicle testing capabilities. Equipp...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

PHVF, ARAI, Honda, and VECV to develop India’s first PEMFC electric bus On December 5, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced that Pune Hydrogen Valley (PHVF), ARAI, VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), and Honda (Japan and India) signed a joint development agreement to develop India’s first advanced Hydrogen Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) Electric Bus under Pune Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster (P-HVIC). P...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

ing around 1.3 mn units in 2025—a level they are expected to remain above through the end of this decade. This stands in sharp contrast to China, where EVs already account for a very large share of sales, and to Europe, which is building policy around a firm end to new Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) sales in the next decade. Japanese brands are also losing share in key Southeast Asian markets as Chinese EV specialists push in with aggressive ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

tomobiles and automotive parts are reduced to 15%. South Korea will boost electric vehicle (EV) subsidies to KRW 936 billion (JPY 102.96 billion) in 2026, up from KRW 715 billion (JPY 78.65 billion in 2025, and launch a new financing program for transport operators willing to introduce electric and hydrogen buses. (2) To establish the K-Mobility Mother Factory, the country will try to maintain domestic production at more than 4 million vehicles w...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Yuchai Group participates in ICE&PE 2025 Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (Yuchai Group) announced that it showcased its full-scenario power system solutions at the 2025 China International Exhibition on Internal Combustion Engine & Powertrain Equipment (ICE&PE 2025).As one of the exhibits, the Yuchai YCK05H hydrogen fuel cell engine has a rated power of 175hp. Supported by BorgWarner’s low-pressure direct injection nozzles and ultra-le...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

ARAI and PHINIA partner to develop hydrogen internal combustion engines in India On October 17, 2025, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PHINIA Delphi India Pvt Ltd to collaborate on developing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) with direct injection technology. The agreement also includes research into future Gaseous (H2+CNG) Flex Engine applications. The partnership aim...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

that is integrated in the battery tray and generates electrical charge to the battery in real time while the batteries are operational, a serial hybrid.  This is effectively recharging the electric vehicle’s battery without the need to stop and recharge. The engine can be fueled through standard ICE (Internal combustion Engine) methods, including gasoline, diesel, CNG, or ultimately Hydrogen. Ingenev will demonstrate this technology at IAA Mob...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

oxide standards review is a chance to add flexibility, industrial focus, and a market-driven approach. Fines and mandates alone won’t drive the shift. The industry calls for “technology neutrality,” allowing EVs, (plug-in) hybrids, range extenders, highly efficient internal-combustion-engine (ICE) vehicles, hydrogen and decarbonised fuels to all contribute to decarbonisation. Plug-in hybrids remain key for cutting emissions, winning consume...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Tata Motors, India extends focus towards hydrogen and alternative fuels In its FY 2024-25 annual report, Tata Motors announced that it is accelerated efforts in electrifying heavy vehicles and deploying natural gas and bio-fuel technologies to reduce carbon emissions across its lineup. The company is also investing in hydrogen internal combustion engine (ICE) technology, supported by the establishment of new dedicated R&D and manufacturing facili...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

Johnson Matthey plans hydrogen internal combustion engine testing facility in Sweden On July 24, Johnson Matthey (JM) announced that it will open its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) testing facility at its current Gothenburg site.  The test area is set to be operational in autumn 2025.  It will test the performance of catalysts within the wider engine aftertreatment and control systems, providing key insights into the developm...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

n-technology vehicles. The agreement is set to take effect after completing domestic procedures and includes biennial review mechanisms through a newly established Goods Sub-Committee. A key highlight of the deal is India's phased reduction of import duties on high-value internal combustion engine (ICE) cars from the UK. Gasoline vehicles with engines over 3,000 cc and diesel vehicles above 2,500 cc will see import tariffs drop from 110% to 30% u...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

Ashok Leyland, India updates about R&D progress on EVs, Hydrogen, and ADAS In its annual report for FY2024-25, Ashok Leyland outlined its recent efforts in research and development (R&D) with a total expenditure of INR 5.46 billion. The company focused on several key areas, including engine development for alternate fuels and components related to electric powertrains and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). It also initiated the developmen...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

he all-new X5, codenamed G65, will enter production in August 2026. The BEV variant will be launched as the iX5 alongside gasoline, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions. Dual-motor, 4-wheel-drive xDrive configurations are expected for all iX5 models, including a high-performance iX5 M70 model, with a hydrogen-powered fuel cell variant scheduled to follow in 2028. The second-generation BMW X7, codenamed G67, is due to be revealed in 2027, ahead of p...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

Waymo robotaxis torched during protests, service suspended in Los Angeles On June 9, Waymo confirmed that it has cut off taxi service to parts of Los Angeles after five of its self-driving vehicles were torched during weekend protests over immigration raids by federal ICE agents. After removing the damaged vehicles from downtown Los Angeles, it said it is not servicing that specific area “out of an abundance of caution.” The Los Angeles Polic...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

trade fair in the world for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines, construction vehicles, and construction equipment. This year’s exhibition spotlighted the industry’s shift towards decarbonisation, with heavy-duty truck manufacturers unveiling a range of electric, hydrogen, and renewable fuel-powered vehicles aimed at transforming construction logistics. Heavy-Duty Trucks Lead the Electrification Charge In the c...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

ss 5/6 truck, the ZM8, at ACT Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California.  A subsidiary of ZO Motors based in Japan, ZM Trucks is a leader in innovative new-energy commercial vehicles. ZO Motors specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of intelligent new-energy commercial vehicles with powertrain choices that include Battery Electric, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric and to-be-announced Hydrogen ICE.  ZM Trucks' commercial vehicles are currently expan...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

PHINIA, US and KG Mobility to develop a 2.2L hydrogen internal combustion engine On April 15, PHINIA Inc. announced a partnership with South Korean OEM, KG Mobility (KGM), to design, develop, and supply a 2.2-litre hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) for light commercial vehicles. The partnership aims to provide a zero-carbon fuel alternative to an existing KGM diesel engine.  Under the partnership, PHINIA will design a tailored H2ICE sy...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

a Sustainable and Connected Future." At the event, the Thai Industry Minister unveiled 3 core strategies to advance Thailand’s auto parts industry as part of the “Stand, Save, Build” initiative. These include: (i) Encouraging local manufacturers to transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) components to electric vehicles (EVs), hydrogen technology, AI-driven systems, and automation; (ii) Preserving the ICE production base by support...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Demonstration operating mileage of world’s first hydrogen hybrid passenger vehicle exceeds 10,000km On March 13, the GAC R&D Center announced that the demonstration operating mileage of the Trumpchi E9 hydrogen hybrid MPV, the world’s first hydrogen hybrid passenger vehicle, exceeded 10,000km during field testing under various operating conditions in Tianjin. This has fully validated key indicators of hydrogen internal combustion engines (HI...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/21

the Board of Management. Key Points The all-new BMW iX3 will debut at the IAA Mobility in Munich and start production in late 2025. BMW to launch more than 40 new and updated models by 2027. BMW’s profits (EBIT) fell by 37.7% in 2024 due to the increased R&D costs and slow demand in China. First hydrogen fuel cell production vehicle to be released in 2028 Media and Analysts/ investors Q & A session China Market & Quality Issues Q: What struct...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19