MAS 2025: GWM Tank 500 HEV officially launched in Malaysia On May 8, 2025, the GWM Tank 500 HEV, a 7-seat luxury hybrid 4×4, was launched in Malaysia at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 (MAS 2025). Priced from MYR 328,800 (OTR without insurance), the HEV is imported from GWM's Rayong plant in Thailand.  The Tank 500 HEV is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 244 PS between 5,500 and 6,000 rpm and 380 Nm of to...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

Harbinger unveils range extender EV chassis for medium-duty fleets On April 28, Harbinger, a California-based medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle (EV) manufacturer, unveiled a first-of-its-kind range extender EV chassis for medium-duty fleets. The new model is an EV featuring a gas-powered range extender that charges the battery, allowing for an estimated 500 miles of range between charges.  Harbinger's range extender EV chasis is currently ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

KAMAZ-54901 truck clears road test with positive reviews from freight operator On April 18, KAMAZ announced that its latest generation K5 KAMAZ-54901 truck tractor had cleared the road test. The vehicle was given to a freight company for a one-month trial. During this time, it covered 5,500 km while hauling 27.5 tons of food in a tank semi-trailer. The client gave positive feedback, praising its modern design, cabin comfort, and strong performanc...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

GWM Thailand ramping up production/export to serve ASEAN, Latin America, Australia Announced on April 19, 2025, GWM Thailand is ramping up exports from the Rayong-based Smart Factory in Q2/2025 to further support its reach to ASEAN, Latin America, and Australia. It will export Tank 500 HEV to Malaysia, while continuing to supply the Tank 300 HEV to Indonesia and the Haval H6 HEV and Haval Jolion HEV to Vietnam. In April, GWM begins global exports...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

BIMS 2025: New GWM Tank 300 Diesel SUV launched in Thailand Announced on April 1, 2025, GWM Thailand officially launched the new GWM Tank 300 Diesel, an SUV with a distinctive Premium Boxy style, on March 25 at the 46th Bangkok International Motor Show. The model is equipped with the latest 2.4T diesel generation engine, delivering a driving experience with low noise, vibration, and harshness, while maintaining high power and performance in all d...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

agnet synchronous motors, the variants deliver a maximum power of 960kW, a peak torque of 1,680Nm, and a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 2.9s. A 135.5kWh blade battery supporting dual-plug DC fast charging completes the powertrains, with a CLTC combined range of 720km, a maximum charging power of 500kW, and a charging time of 20 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-charge (SoC). The PHEV variants have an intelligent 4WD layout. Equipped with a 2.0T...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

sted them under extreme winter conditions at Simplon Pass, Switzerland. These tests provided valuable insights into the performance of the liquid hydrogen-powered trucks in cold temperatures and steep terrains. The tests focused on key components such as the fuel cell, high-voltage battery, e-axle, tank system, and thermal management. Engineers also evaluated Predictive Powertrain Controls, optimizing battery and fuel cell use for efficient propu...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

ZondaTec Ghana introduces Haval H9 and Tank 500 cars On February 20, multiple sources reported that ZondaTec Ghana, a vehicle trading company, introduced the Haval H9 and Tank 500 in Ghana. Haval H9 is powered by a 2.0-liter engine. Tank 500 has a 3.0L V6 engine. ZondaTec and GWM also announced the opening of a new showroom in Ghana.  Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/24

s Harvester models. Keogh said the Harvesters will have a battery capacity of around 60 to 70 KWh, about half of the 120 to 130 KWh battery that will power the BEV versions of Scout vehicles.  The extended range Harvester vehicles will have a battery-only range of around 150 miles, yet with a full tank of gas, should be able to go up to 500 miles in total. The Harvester EREVs will feature a four-cylinder engine to power an onboard generator. The...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/19

trim at INR 939 thousand. First showcased in September 2024, the Veero CNG sales commence today. The Veero CNG is based on Mahindra’s modular Urban Prosper Platform (UPP) and comes with a turbo CNG engine with a power of 67 kW and 210 Nm of torque. It offers 19.2 km/kg mileage and a 150-liter CNG tank that provides a CNG range of 480 km. Additionally, it features a 4.5-liter gasoline tank for emergencies, extending its combined range to over 50...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

tions at the Hyvolution 2025 in Porte de Versailles, Paris, from January 28-30. The company is showcasing its hydrogen storage system for light commercial vehicles, the first to enter series production at its plant in Lachelle (France). This system consists of 3 or 4 high-pressure 47-liter hydrogen tanks, providing a range of almost 500 km. It is also presenting the FCM 150kW (Fuel Cell Module) for heavy-duty trucks of 16 tons or more. The system...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

Stellantis cancels long-range version of Ram 1500 REV pickup While orders will open for the Ram 1500 Ramcharger EREV (extended-range electric vehicle) plug-in hybrid in the first half of 2025, the Ram 1500 REV is now on track to launch in 2026 with only a 350-mile range. The previously announced 500-mile long-range model of the full-electric truck, with a 229 kWh battery pack, is no longer being offered.  The consumer-facing Ram website currentl...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

GWM Malaysia confirms launch of Tank 500 SUV in 2025, likely as HEV Reported on January 14, 2025, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia have confirmed that GWM Tank 500 7-seater SUV will be launched in 2025. Previewed locally at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024, this SUV is expected to be offered in the HEV option. Another GWM model that is expected to be launched in Malaysia in the future is the 2nd generation Haval H9. This H...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

GWM launches Tank 500 Hi4-Z plug-in hybrid SUV On January 1, Great Wall Motor (GWM) launched the Tank 500 Hi4-Z luxury mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid SUV. The model is available in two variants, which are both priced at CNY 363,800. The Tank 500 Hi4-Z is based on the Hi4-Z super pan-off-road hybrid architecture and equipped with a 2.0T dedicated hybrid engine and front and rear high-power motors, delivering a maximum system power of 635kW, a pe...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

nnounced the commissioning of a GWM intelligent demonstration energy station integrating photovoltaic power generation, energy storage, charging, discharging, and battery detection. The energy station contains 720kW fully liquid-cooled super charging stands with a maximum current of 900A, where the Tank 500 Hi4-Z SUV can be charged from 30% to 80% battery state-of-charge in around 15 minutes for a 120km electric-mode range. The energy station fea...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

GWM starts accepting pre-orders for Tank 500 Hi4-Z plug-in hybrid SUV On December 3, Great Wall Motor (GWM) started accepting pre-orders for the Tank 500 Hi4-Z luxury mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid SUV, with a price of CNY 379,800. The Tank 500 Hi4-Z is developed on the Hi4-Z super pan-off-road hybrid architecture and equipped with a 2.0T dedicated hybrid engine and front and rear high-power motors, delivering a maximum system power of 863ps, a...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/05

le, the G 580 Edition One is priced at CNY 2.17 million and powered by four standalone wheel-side motors, four 2-speed electric transmissions, and a 122kWh high-voltage battery. It adopts an intelligent torque vectoring system to enable maneuvers such as intelligent off-road crawling, steering, and tank U-turn. The new EQE is equipped with a dual-motor 4WD system and a high-efficiency heat pump as standard, delivering a power of 300kW, a 0 to 100...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/27

debuted two new Fulwin concept vehicles, namely, the Jinyun all-scenario recreational SMPV (small multi-purpose vehicle) and the Liefeng intelligent shooting brake sportscar. Drawing design inspiration from Chinese mythological jade, the Jinyun balances the all-scenario features of an SUV, such as tank U-turn and crab walk. The liftable dual-chamber air suspension system makes driving control more comfortable. The combined range exceeds 2,000km,...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/19

Greenline Mobility, India to add over 1,000 LNG trucks into its fleet by March 2025 On October 21, Greenline Mobility Solutions Ltd, a part of Essar’s green mobility initiative announced its plans to add 1,000 more liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered trucks into its fleet by March 2025. It currently operates a fleet of over 500 LNG-powered trucks. Looking ahead, it is also set to introduce Electric Vehicles (EVs) for short-haul transport.Greenl...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23

GWM offers HEV variants across entire model range in South Africa On October 22, GWM has announced that it now offers hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) variants across its entire range of models, making GWM the first automotive manufacturer in South Africa to achieve this milestone. GWM’s current range includes the Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid, the Haval H6 Hybrid, P500 Hybrid bakkie and Hybrid versions of both the 300 and 500 TANK models.  GWM's HEV ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/22