Uruk lays foundation stone for car manufacturing factory in Iraq On October 27, multiple sources reported that the Governor of Kirkuk city announced the groundbreaking ceremony of the Uruk car manufacturing factory. The Uruk Factory will produce electric, gasoline, and diesel vehicles. The plant will have 65% localization. It will create employment opportunities for over 5,000 persons.  Based on multiple sources...

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, while year-to-date sales increased 1.5% to 9,928,527 units.   September sales in the EU increased 10.0% to 888,672 units, while sales in the three EFTA countries increased 4.4% to 35,313 units. In September, gasoline-powered passenger car sales decreased 7.9% y/y to 302,694 units (24.5% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 15.5% to 78,045 units (6.3% share), battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales increased 21.9% to 260,256 units (21.0% ...

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the “Rota Sustentável COP30” initiative to test the efficiency of Be8’s new BeVant biofuel as a decarbonization solution for transportation. The project involves two Actros 2553 6×2 trucks and two RSDD buses traveling approximately 4,000 km with one truck and one bus running on regular B15 diesel and the other pair on BeVant fuel. The Mauá Institute of Technology will audit the vehicles along the route to compare emission reductions und...

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Alfa Romeo confirms hybrid version for Giulia and Stelvio on STLA platform, diesel versions to continue until 2027 On October 24, Stellantis announced that Alfa Romeo is undergoing a major transformation as the automotive industry adapts to rapid changes. The brand will use Stellantis’ flexible STLA platform for its future models, including the next Giulia and Stelvio, which will also offer hybrid versions. Alfa Romeo aims for a multi-energy st...

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mm wider, and a longer wheelbase than the previous Venue. The vehicle measures 3,995mm in length, 1,800mm in width, 1,665mm in height, and 2,520mm in wheelbase. The all-new Hyundai Venue is available with three engine choices: Kappa 1.2L MPi gasoline, Kappa 1.0L Turbo GDi gasoline, and U2 1.5L CRDi diesel, along with manual, automatic, and dual-clutch (DCT) transmission options. Its variant nomenclature adopts the new “HX” system (HX 2, HX 4,...

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AMWM, PepsiCo partner to convert diesel trucks to gas, biomethane in Brazil On October 20, it was reported that AMWM, a subsidiary of Brazilian multinational Tupy, partnered with PepsiCo to convert a diesel-powered truck to operate on gas or biomethane. The initiative aims to reduce CO2 emissions and promote circular economy practices by extending vehicle lifespan. PepsiCo has already taken steps toward fleet decarbonization, including the purcha...

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Stellantis Poland introduces new 2.2L diesel engine for medium-duty vans On October 22, Stellantis Poland introduced a new 2.2-liter diesel engine for its medium-duty vans models i.e., Citroën Jumpy, Fiat Scudo, Opel Vivaro, and Peugeot Expert. The engine is available with 150 hp and 180 hp outputs. The new unit features fourth-generation direct injection and optimized exhaust gas recirculation, meeting the Euro 6E emissions standard. It deliver...

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and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It now delivers 239 PS (up from 215 PS). The hybrid remains available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive for comfort and safety. Besides the hybrid, the TUCSON is offered with a 1.6 T-GDI 150 hp gasoline engine (manual or DCT) and a 48V 1.6 CRDi 136 hp mild-hybrid diesel (7-speed DCT). Inside, the Tucson features a spacious cabin with 616-litre trunk, and a dual 12.3-inch curved display combining the instrument ...

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heir fleets using both EVs and renewable fuels at the “Fleet Europe Days” event in Luxembourg on October 22-23, 2025. Increasing the share of renewable fuels can help cut carbon emissions from Europe’s 250 million existing vehicles. BMW has developed a new tracking system that ensures all its diesel fleet vehicles run only on HVO100 renewable diesel. The system compares vehicle refueling data with fleet payment records, allowing full tracea...

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from October 29, 2025 to November 9, 2025. The two concept models to debut are the “H2IC,” a heavy-duty truck powered by an internal combustion engine that combusts hydrogen, and the “H2FC,” a heavy-duty truck powered by a fuel cell system. By utilizing components and technologies common to diesel trucks, the compressed hydrogen gas-powered “H2IC” enables faster and smoother transition to hydrogen vehicles. In particular, the H2IC tec...

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llion, where the R&D complex building contains 12 floors above ground and 2 underground, with a floor area of 46,000 square meters, a structure height of 59.26m, and a total interior height of 71.18m. At the completion ceremony, FAW Jiefang launched the HDRE400 and HSRE400 400kW range extenders for diesel- and natural gas-powered non-road mining dump trucks, respectively, to effectively solve pain points in the use of such vehicles. From an FAW J...

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CNG buses will be the first to operate in Paraná, representing a milestone in the city’s transition toward cleaner mobility. The agreement, carried out in partnership with the official dealer Overbus, is part of a public tender aimed at modernizing the city’s public transport system with both diesel and natural gas units, reinforcing IVECO BUS’ commitment to developing sustainable and inclusive mobility solutions for Latin America. (IVECO...

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Tata Motors, India launches advanced LPO 1822 bus chassis for intercity travel On October 14, 2025, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles launched its new intercity platform, the Tata LPO 1822 bus chassis. The LPO 1822 features full-air suspension and low NVH for ride comfort, powered by a 5.6-litre Cummins diesel engine delivering 220 hp and 925 Nm of torque. Available in multiple-seat and sleeper configurations, the chassis caters to diverse fleet an...

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Stellantis unveils new Alfa Romeo Tonale in Italy On October 14, Stellantis unveiled the new Alfa Romeo Tonale. The SUV features Q4 all-wheel drive for the 270-hp plug-in hybrid, enhanced steering precision and retains its McPherson suspension setup with Dual Stage Valve or Frequency Selective Damping systems. The lineup includes a 175-hp 1.5-liter hybrid, a 130-hp 1.6-liter diesel, and a 270-hp plug-in hybrid version. All engines meet Euro 6E Bi...

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r the Egyptian market. Additionally, Jinbei Royal Egypt for Car Trading announced the signing of a contract with the Ezz ElSewedy Automotive Factories to assemble Jinbei commercial vehicles. It will start assembling gasoline-powered commercial models in the first phase, followed later by assembling diesel and natural gas-powered models. Based on multiple sources...

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ar on a fixed route. It has a range of up to 800 km, a system output of 400 kW, and a gross weight rating of up to 44 metric tons. Its five hydrogen tanks store up to 70 kg at 700 bar pressure, delivering a total output of over 200 kW. This truck also offers short refueling times same as those of a diesel truck. Large-scale production of the FCPM began in Stuttgart-Feuerbach in mid-2023. The company’s plant in Bamberg supplies the fuel-cell sta...

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n September (10.5% market share), Fiat sales were 10,787 units (9.8% share), VW sales were 8,669 units (7.9% share), Ford sales were 7,990 units (7.2% share) and Toyota sales were 6,829 units (6.2% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine vehicles increased 5.2% to 41,220 units (46.7% share), diesel-engine vehicles increased 40.9% to 6,442 units (7.3% share), hybrid vehicles including PHEV and MHEV increased 64.9% to 25,808 units (29.2% sha...

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Mercedes-Benz, India launches G 450d with diesel, gasoline, and electric powertrain On October 13, Mercedes-Benz India launched the all-new G 450d SUV at a starting price of INR 29 million, marking the first time the G-Class is available in India with diesel, gasoline, and electric powertrains. The G 450d is powered by a new 3.0L inline six-cylinder diesel engine that delivers 270 kW and 750 Nm of torque, paired with a 48V mild hybrid system for ...

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Mazda adds new grade to 5 clean-diesel vehicle models Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced on October 9 the addition of the XD Drive Edition to its five clean diesel engine vehicle models, along with the start of pre-orders for them. The company will launch the models sequentially, starting in the first half of October. The new XD Drive Edition will be added to the Mazda3, the CX-30, and the CX-5, as well as to two large-sized products, the ...

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Bahman Diesel Company, Iran, launches Force 6-ton sleeper cab truck On October 6, Bahman Diesel Company announced the launch of the Force 6-ton sleeper cab truck on the commodity exchange. Its delivery will start in November 2025. This product is considered one of the economical and practical options in the medium-weight truck category on the market. Based on Bahman Diesel Company press release ...

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