uction of a plant. The company will invest MXN 7 billion over the next five years in the southwestern state of Colima to build an assembly plant for cargo trucks.   As of 2025, the company's subcontractor, Giant Motors, in Hidalgo state, is producing vehicles ranging from 1.5 to 30 tons, including diesel, natural gas, and liquefied natural gas (LPG) trucks, and these will be transferred to the new plant. The plan is to sell the product domestica...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/11

neers (ÖVK) and the Institute for Powertrains and Automotive Technology (IFA), Vienna University of Technology; Slide: Copyright © PHINIA)   Mr. Anderson explained that the consumption of fossil fuel is expected to remain high, but that the types of liquid fuels will evolve, with gasoline and diesel usage declining.   To meet all of industry's needs, future energy strategies will need to incorporate a variety of energy sources, including e...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/08

on in society. Currently, the third-generation fuel cell system is being developed based on customer feedback, knowledge gained from demonstrations, and technology accumulated over many years. Its main features are: 1) improved durability (twice as compared to the previous system): equivalent to a diesel engine and maintenance-free; 2) improved fuel efficiency (1.2 times as compared to the previous system), with a driving range that is approxima...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/24

and their ecological and economic relevance Summary Asia's New Role in Automotive Industry: Regionalization and Technology Innovations (Bosch) Is There More than One Solution in the Drive Toward Net Zero? (HORSE Powertrain) Redefining the Future of Drive Systems (Mercedes-Benz) From the Inventor of Diesel to the Pioneer of Zero Emissions (MAN Truck & Bus) Q&A: China Business, Efficiency improvement, etc.   The International Vienna Motor Symposiu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/20

rsify into body parts, chassis parts and electrification parts for these eco-friendly vehicles. Exhaust system components covered in this report Components covered in this report Exhaust manifolds Exhaust pipes (*) Mufflers (*) Catalyst substrates Catalyst washcoat Catalytic converters / canning Diesel catalytic converters (including SCR systems) Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) (*) Unless otherwise noted, exhaust pipes/tubes are referred to ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/19

EMs, Hyundai Motor and Wuling, which increased their sales of EV models, had a market share of 2.6% and 2.5%, respectively.   Among new model launches in 2024-2025, Toyota released HV models including the new Prius and new Camry, as well as the Hilux Rangga pickup truck equipped with a gasoline or diesel engine. Mazda launched the CX-80 PHV midsize SUV. Suzuki launched the subcompact SUV Fronx in May 2025, which will be produced locally at the c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/13

ck concept model V23 convertible concept model   Chery International   Chery International has announced the HIMLA, a new pickup truck series aimed at the global market. The series includes a lineup of small, mid-size and large vehicles, covering a wide range of powertrains including gasoline, diesel and NEV. The products will be primarily for markets outside China. At the show, Chery exhibited its first double-cab pickup truck. HIMLA...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/30

rovement in fuel efficiency and power over the previous generation, along with an increase in durability and reduction in costs. For heavy-duty commercial vehicles, the Gen 3 FC is expected to be capable of operating more than 600,000 miles without major service, representing a longevity similar to diesel engines. The Gen 3 FC system has a preliminary U.S. launch date in or after 2027. Toyota Gen 2.5 fuel cell module – box version Toyota...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/29

s supplier. It has been conducting business in automotive parts in Japan since 1939. Sales of Bosch Corporation, the Japanese subsidiary, are JPY 429.2 billion (fiscal year ended December 2023), and the number of employees is 6,031 (as of December 31, 2023). It was established in 1939 as the former Diesel Kiki Co., Ltd. The company was established for the purpose of manufacturing and selling fuel injection systems for diesel engines in the Japane...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/29

MPV. The HV model is produced at the Laemchabang plant in Thailand. EV-mode driving can be selected at will. Xforce Is an HV model added in March 2025. A compact SUV. Is produced at Laemchabang Plant in Thailand. Isuzu All-new D-MAX In November 2024, a model equipped with a newly developed 2.2L diesel engine was added. 1-ton pickup truck. （GlobalData, April, 2025） In 2024, Thailand’s LV production experienced a marked decline...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/12

ittai philosophy and human-centric design approach.   Also showcased at the booth was the facelifted Mazda2 Essential, offered with 2 engine options: the Skyactiv-G 1.3, an inline 4-cylinder 16-valve petrol engine, and the Skyactiv-D 1.5, a variable-geometry turbocharged inline 4-cylinder 16-valve diesel engine. Mazda Iconic SP in VIOLA RED color Mazda6e Mazda2 Essential Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition   The Honda City H...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/08

s made in Mexico, including its flagship compact sedan Mazda3 and C-class SUV CX-30.   Mazda announced that it will introduce a new pickup truck, the BT-50, to the Mexican market in October 2024, with advance reservations beginning in November. The vehicle will be equipped with a 3.0L turbocharged diesel engine.   Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda): Domestic sales increase for the first time in six years due to increased sales of vehicles produced ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/30

pal S05 Deepal Hunter K50   The Deepal Hunter K50, the world's first REEV Pickup, was officially launched in Thailand on March 28, starting at THB 1.099 million. With a total power output of 200 kW and 470 Nm of torque, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, outperforming traditional diesel pickups. The intelligent AWD system adapts to various driving conditions. Its 31.18-kWh LFP battery offers up to 131 km of pure electric drivin...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/25

V system for heavy-duty trucks was announced on March 26, 2025. It was designed for use in trunk line transportation. It consists of an 8-speed intelligent HEV transmission, a Cummins high thermal efficiency 13L engine, and the industry’s first intelligent tri-power (P2 and P2.5 dual motors and a diesel engine) architecture. Overall fuel consumption is 29.7L/100km. Joint lab for mobility innovation On January 4, 2025, the joint lab for mobili...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/24

in-line 6-cylinder engines, and will also be utilized in the emission development of rotary engines. The number of engine units is expected to be reduced to less than half of that of current engines, and the control software to two-thirds. On the other hand, production of the inline 4-cylinder diesel engine is planned to be discontinued. Strengthening overseas plants While China will continue to promote the development, production, and exp...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/01

ucing 864 Nm of torque. The Intercity EV 2.0 features a 450-kWh lithium-ion battery, delivering a 400 km range on a single charge. With a max speed of 100 kmph, it ensures smooth and efficient travel. The bus comes with a 6250 mm wheelbase and a 45-passenger seating capacity.   Tata Azura T.19 bio-diesel truck Azura T.19 bio-diesel truck   The Tata Azura T.19 is a cutting-edge bio-diesel truck. Powered by a 3.6L engine compatible with ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/27

e vehicles decreased 26.2% y/y to 57,000 units (28.0% share), hybrid vehicles (HV) increased 12.0% to 77,000 units (38.2% share, of which plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHV) increased 34.0% to 20,000 units (9.6% share), battery electric vehicles (BEV) increased 30.8% to 36,000 vehicles (17.7% share), and diesel vehicles decreased by 23.8% to 32,000 vehicles (15.8% share). There were no natural gas or hydrogen fueled vehicles registered. The significant...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/26

ion hall that is intended to drive large trailers on US highways in a cooperation with Aurora and Nvidia from the start of 2028. Continental’s responsibility is the hardware and Aurora’s the driving algorithm. The fleet operator can decide whether the tractor unit employs an electric motor or a diesel engine. The company based in Hannover has developed displays in a cooperation with Swarovski described as an “emotional cockpit”, where the...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/21

plications, like the second-generation FC system, as well as for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. All use the same cells in the FC stacks. The 3rd-generation FC system features (1) improved durability performance (twice that of the 2nd-generation system). Maintenance free, making it equivalent to a diesel engine, and (2) Improved fuel economy (1.2 times higher than the 2nd-generation). Driving range is improved by about 20%. (3) Costs are reduced...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/21

resource services. PERSOL CROSS TECHNOLOGY is able to support test evaluation and electrification businesses, such as electric vehicle power consumption measurement. The facilities required for electrification-related test services have also been prepared, and these are based at the former Nissan Diesel Technical Research Center (Ageo City, Saitama Prefecture), which was integrated into the PERSOL Group. ------------------ KeywordsAutomotive Wo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/28