f our investments and scale of operations, in order to avoid the risk of losing customers. Q3. What are you doing in response to countries with the risks of high tariffs, such as China, the US, and Mexico? A3. China is a country where we are strong. Currently we have seven joint ventures engaged in engine parts. And roughly 60% of our customers there are Chinese OEMs. As for the United States, which has a small, domestic automobile-manufacturing ...

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es reaching 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 agg...

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land announced that it is strengthening its product roadmap with an expansion into non-diesel technologies. Ashok Leyland has been developing two light electric trucks and three heavy MHCV electric trucks, and multiple electric bus models, as well as newly introduced models running on CNG, LNG, and hydrogen. In the heavy-duty diesel segment, new 320 HP and 360 HP trucks are being launched, offering higher power, torque, and reliability for demand...

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ing. It also lowers total cost of ownership while meeting the operational demands of modern fleets. Based on ZF’s TraXon 2 transmission, the TraXon 2 Hybrid was developed to improve overall efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions while preserving the range and refueling capabilities of the combustion engine. It is available as full hybrid or plug-in hybrid heavy commercial vehicles and can be combined with diesel, HVO/e-fuels, CNG/LPG or hydrogen c...

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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...

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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...

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public.  The prototype was developed to test an electric drive system with traction batteries for both on-road and extreme off-road applications. The vehicle offers a range of 300–400 km, depending on terrain and usage. Additionally, the new model expands the e-Drive range, which also includes a hydrogen fuel cell variant and a hybrid version that combines an electric motor with a Tatra eight-cylinder engine. Based on Tatra Trucks social media...

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Toyota announces ninth-generation Hilux for Europe On November 10, Toyota Europe announced the all-new Hilux, marking the debut of the ninth generation of its iconic mid-size pickup. In addition to internal combustion engines, Toyota introduces the Hilux with battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric versions, both delivering zero emissions. The new-generation Hilux is offered in a single body style, the Double Cab. The battery electric v...

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Hyundai Motor breaks ground on hydrogen fuel cell production facility in Korea On October 30, Hyundai Motor Company announced that it held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new hydrogen fuel cell production plant in Ulsan, South Korea. The facility will cover 43,000 square meters on the site of a former internal combustion engine transmission plant — a symbolic transformation that underscores Hyundai Motor’s strategic shift toward future mobi...

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JMS 2025: BMW to showcase Neue Klasse iX3, iX5 Hydrogen, M2 CS, Concept Speedtop, and MINI Paul Smith Edition On October 29, BMW and MINI announced that it will showcase a range of future-focused models and technologies at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 in Tokyo from October 31 to November 9, 2025. The highlights include the first Neue Klasse model – BMW iX3, hydrogen fuel cell technology, new MINI Paul Smith Edition, BMW M2 CS special edition, a...

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the first major NECV project introduced into Huangshi, has a total investment of CNY 5.6 billion and a planned land area of approximately 400,000 square meters. It will be built in two phases and contain assembly lines for intelligent solid-state by-wire NECV chassis, integrated assembly lines for engine compartment modules, and integrated final assembly lines for hydrogen fuel cell systems. Upon completion and commissioning, the site is expecte...

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rt is no longer just approaching; it is already taking shape. From established industry leaders such as IVECO Bus, Daimler Buses, and Irizar to fast-rising innovators like Zhongtong, every OEM on the floor shared a common drive toward smarter and more sustainable mobility. Next-Gen buses: electric, hydrogen, autonomous Among the many standouts, MAN unveiled the Lion’s Coach 14E, becoming the first fully electric long-distance coach from a Europ...

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Niterra aiming to commercialize gas sensor for hydrogen fuel in 2027 Niterra Co., Ltd. (Niterra) aims to develop a new gas sensor for hydrogen fuel to launch it in 2027. Factors behind this include growing efforts to develop hydrogen engines. Niterra has realized high-precision measurement of hydrogen in exhaust gas to utilize it for the control of combustion. Niterra will verify and evaluate the new gas sensor, and propose it to automakers and p...

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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...

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Mitsubishi Fuso to debut two hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck concepts at Japan Mobility Show 2025 On October 22, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (“Mitsubishi Fuso”) announced that it will hold the world premiere of two hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck concept models at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show 2025, which is scheduled to run from October 29, 2025 to November 9, 2025. The two concept models to debut are the “H2IC,” a h...

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arge, it can be fully recharged in approximately 1.5 hours using an ultra-fast charger. Hyundai plans to conduct a three-month operational trial with TransJakarta starting in October. In Indonesia, Hyundai targets over 40% TKDN within the next 2 - 3 years, rising to more than 60%. Local chassis and engine production are also planned. This initiative aims to lower production costs and enhance competitiveness against lower-priced Chinese products. ...

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Karsan unveils Autonomous e-JEST, e-ATA Hydrogen, and Karsan AI at Busworld 2025 On October 6, Karsan showcased the autonomous version of its popular e-JEST model, the e-ATA Hydrogen developed in collaboration with Toyota, and Karsan AI at Busworld 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. The e-JEST is a compact electric minibus designed for modern urban transportation, offering a 19-passenger capacity and powered by a 135 kW BMW engine. It comes with a 105-k...

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Horse Powertrain to showcase hydrogen and range-extender powertrains at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 2, Horse Powertrain announced that its division Horse Technologies will showcase a range of range extender and combustion powertrains, including Horse M20 Hydrogen, Horse H10 REX, Horse M20 REX and Horse K15 REX, at Busworld Europe 2025. The Horse M20 Hydrogen is based on a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder turbo diesel engine, and delivers 90 kW of po...

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Solaris unveils Urbino 10.5 Electric at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 3, Solaris unveiled its latest model, the Urbino 10.5 Electric at the Busworld 2025 fair in Brussels, Belgium. The Solaris Urbino 10.5 Electric is a compact 10.5-meter bus which features a modular drive system that removes the traditional engine tower, creating more passenger space and better weight balance. The bus offers up to 33 seats. It has a battery with a capacity of ...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Horse Powertrain unveils full range of next-gen engines, transmissions, and future power systems On September 8, Horse Powertrain unveiled the full line-up of engines, transmissions, and power systems at IAA Summit 2025. Horse C15: new compact range extender engine packaged like a briefcase (480x490x250mm). The first C15 unit is a 1.5L four-cylinder with an integrated generator, exhaust, and cooling. The output ranges from 70 ...

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