Ashok Leyland, India launches twin-fuel variants DOST and DOST+ XL LCVs On April 16, Ashok Leyland launched twin-fuel variants of its popular light commercial vehicles (LCVs), DOST and DOST+ XL. The new twin-fuel models come with a technology that allow easy switching between CNG and gasoline. The TWIN FUEL DOST offers a payload of 1,218 kg and a range of 400 km, with a 120-litre CNG tank and a 5-litre gasoline tank for backup. The TWIN FUEL DOST...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

Bajaj Auto, India relaunches Pulsar 180 motorcycle On April 10, Bajaj Auto relaunched the Pulsar 180 motorcycle for INR 122,490, 25 years after the original model helped establish the Pulsar brand in India. It retains the 4 Stroke, air-cooled 178.61cc air-cooled single-cylinder DTSi engine producing max power of 17 PS at 8,500 rpm and max torque of 15 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Its other hardware includes a 280mm front disc brake, 230mm rear disc, telescop...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

resized 349.13cc engine for INR 203,214 ex-showroom Delhi, nearly INR 37,000 lower than the earlier price, by passing on the 18% GST slab benefit available on sub-350cc motorcycles to customers. It comes with a single-cylinder four-stroke engine which produces 40.6 PS at 9,000 rpm and 33.2 Nm at 7,500 rpm, with a kerb weight of 190 kg, a 13-litre fuel tank, and 157 mm ground clearance. Its hardware includes 43mm upside-down front forks, a rear m...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/13

TVS Motor, India launches Armado 200 three-wheeler cargo vehicle in Indonesia On April 8, TVS Motor Company launched the Armado 200, a commercial cargo three-wheeler, in Indonesia at an introductory price of IDR 34,900,000 (OTR Jakarta), manufactured at its Karawang plant. The vehicle is powered by a 197.75cc oil-cooled spark-ignition engine producing 10.6 kW at 7,500 rpm and 15.5 Nm of torque, with a five-speed manual transmission. It features ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

GWM presents Tank and Haval models in Turkmenistan On April 2 and 3, multiple sources reported that Great Wall Motors (GWM) displayed TANK 300, TANK 500, and ‘Haval’ models at the ‘Cooperation and Development’ International Exhibition in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. GWM expects that the share of Chinese cars in the Turkmen market will grow over the next two to three years. The company also plans to launch a car finance scheme in the near futur...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

KR 1.1 billion for a 5-kanal commercial plot at Pine Avenue, Lahore, for a company-owned showroom, after-sales service, and offices.  Separately, the company has completed its existing four-wheeler expansion plan at a revised cost of PKR 6.5 billion and is set to roll out its first CKD unit of the Tank 500 Hi4-T 4x4 2.0L Turbo PHEV and HEV by the end of March 2026 on a trial basis. Based on Sazgar Engineering Works stock exchange notification...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Lexus launches 2026 ES in U.S. with BEV models, new hybrid coming On March 18, Lexus announced that the eighth-generation Lexus ES is now on sale, at a starting price of USD 48,795, with its first-ever ES 350e and ES 500e battery-electric (BEV) models arriving in U.S. dealerships in April, ahead of the upcoming 2026 ES 350h hybrid models. The all-new 2026 Lexus ES features new styling inside and out, on a platform capable of supporting internal c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

ity battery for purposes beyond driving, such as using household appliances outdoors. Alongside in-vehicle use via the outlet installed in the luggage area, the included vehicle power connector can be plugged into the standard charging inlet for use as a 100V external power socket providing up to 1,500W total. In addition, the vehicle can serve as a power source in the unlikely event of emergencies such as power outages and disasters. By adopting...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

Sazgar Engineering Works, Pakistan to commence bookings of TANK-500 SUV On January 20, 2026, Sazgar Engineering Works Limited announced that it will commence bookings of CKD models of the TANK-500 Hi4-T 4X4 2.0L Turbo AT PHEV and HEV starting January 26, 2026. It mentioned that the prices and booking details will be announced through electronic and social media. Based on Sazgar Engineering Works stock exchange notification...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

KTM, India launches RC 160 sport motorcycle On January 8, 2026, KTM launched the new KTM RC 160 motorcycle for INR  185 thousand. The motorcycle is powered by a 164.2 cc liquid-cooled engine delivering 19 PS at 9,500 rpm and 15.5 Nm at 7,500 rpm with a high-revving character up to 10,200 rpm. The motorcycle features a 6-speed gearbox and achieves a top speed of 118 km/h. The RC 160 features a trellis frame with full-faired sport design, inverted...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/09

FAW Jiefang launches open-road demonstration operation of liquid hydrogen HDTs On January 6, FAW Jiefang announced the recent launch of open-road demonstration operation of liquid hydrogen heavy-duty trucks (HDTs) in Panzhihua, Sichuan. This is the first of its kind in China, and the vehicle model for demonstration operation is the J6P liquid hydrogen tractor. Featuring a liquid hydrogen tank with a storage capacity in the 100kg range and a high-...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/09

intercity passenger transport, at an event in Chennai. The BB1924 bus is powered by a BS‑VI OBD‑II OM926 6‑cylinder diesel engine with turbocharger and intercooler, producing 241 hp and 850 Nm of torque, paired with a 6‑speed synchromesh gearbox. The vehicle has a gross vehicle weight of 19,500 kg and can accommodate up to 51+1+1 seats. The chassis features a high-tensile steel frame (255 x 73.3 x 7 mm), a wheelbase of 6,850 mm, and is eq...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

cockpit system and a GWM in-house developed 6th-generation powertrain. The WEY sub-brand exhibited the Gaoshan 7 mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric MPV that comes standard with an intelligent 4WD layout and a LiDAR. The Poer sub-brand launched the 2026 Poer pickup truck, which, built on the Tank platform, is equipped with a 2.4T high-performance engine, delivering an enhanced net power of up to 160kW and a peak torque of 480Nm. The 2026 P...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

rt July 1, 2026. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is considering a trip to Washington next week, though he says renegotiating the agreement will not likely resolve all trade issues with U.S. As part of the renewal process, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has collected approximately 1,500 public comments from major industry groups, with most showing enthusiastic support. While some submissions, most notably from the U.S. steel and d...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

omakers unveiled a lineup of new vehicles. MG Motors presented the Binguo, a compact electric hatchback designed for city commuting, featuring a modern digital dashboard and a driving range exceeding 300 km. Great Wall Motors, under its Haval brand, debuted the H6 plug-in hybrid SUV and the premium Tank 500 HEV. Master Changan Motors expanded its showcase by launching multiple new models across three brands, including the Deepal Hunter K50 REEV a...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Iveco S-Way CNG heavy truck achieves over 1,000 km on a single tank in real-world test On November 14, Iveco announced that its gas-powered heavy trucks S-Way CNG drove more than 1,000 km on one tank of compressed natural gas. The test was done in real operating conditions between the Belgian and Spanish borders. The truck pulled a loaded 30-tonne trailer. The tested truck comes with the FPT Industrial xCursor 13 engine, which generates output of...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

SIMAZ, Russia launches serial production of new low-floor CNG Bus On November 11, the Federal Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that the Simbirsk Bus Plant (SIMAZ) has launched serial production of its new low-floor SIMAZ-4282 bus in Ulyanovsk. The plant will have the capacity to produce up to 1,500 city and tourist buses annually, once fully operational. The total investment in production modernization exceeded RUB 750 million, includi...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

real time and automatically selects one of nine driving modes. GWM will launch the Haval V7 in Kazakhstan in the first quarter of 2026. It is also planning to launch WEY 07, an intelligent luxury six-seat crossover built on the Hi4 architecture, and Haval B07, a 4.8-meter-long urban SUV. The H6 and Tank 500 models will also be updated.  Based on press release from Haval Kazakhstan...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/03

-grade pickup truck priced at CNY 229,800. Built on a professional intelligent off-road platform, the V6 Poer Huo is designed with a two-door single-row structure. The model measures 4,963mm long, 1,975mm wide, and 1,950mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,745mm. The V6 Poer Huo is equipped with: a 260kW/500Nm 3.0T V6 twin-turbo engine; a 9-speed automatic transmission; a 48V motor for a balance between power performance and fuel economy; and a BorgWar...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/25

Sazgar Engineering, Pakistan to start local production of Tank-500 and Cannon PHEVs In its FY 2024-25 annual report, Sazgar Engineering Works Limited, Pakistan, announced that it plans to begin CKD (completely knocked down) assembly of the Tank-500 and Cannon plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) by March 31, 2026. Currently, it imports and markets four-wheelers under the “Tank-500” and “ORA” brands. Sazgar Engineering recently launch...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09