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

gion. The company has opened the bookings for the vehicle.   BMW X3 BMW X3 at Bharat Mobility Expo 2025(Photo: BMW India)   The all-new BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is the longest in its segment, measuring 47 mm longer than the outgoing model. It is available in both gasoline and diesel powertrains, featuring a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder in-line engine powered with BMW’s TwinPower Turbo technology.   In the gasoline variant, the e...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/27

is built on the reinforced K1 platform exclusively for the Indian market. The vehicle is manufactured at Kia’s Anantapur plant in Andhra Pradesh, India. The vehicle comes with two engine options, a 1.0-liter turbo gasoline engine that generates 88.3 kW power and 172Nm torque and a 1.5-liter CRDi diesel that generates 85 kW power and 250Nm torque. Kia EV9 Kia EV9   The EV9, Kia’s flagship electric SUV, is powered by a 99.8 kWh bat...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/13

ters, specializing in small items.   The company recently entered the automotive business, but has been making turbocharger parts since 2009, leveraging its technology and facilities to win the quality-cost competition.   The exhibited products included turbocharger impellers and vane nozzles for diesel VG (Variable Geometry) turbochargers. All were machined by Tanoi after the materials were supplied.   Because shipping costs for small items a...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/04

e Sinan intelligent driving solution. Engine project The FAW Jiefang 6DV Super Plant began operations in Dalian on December 5, 2024. The total investment was CNY 620 million, with an annual production capacity of 50,000 engines. The brand unveiled its first hydrogen engine. The FAW Jiefang Dalian Diesel Engine Co., Ltd. and the Dalian Jinpu New Area Management Committee signed an investment agreement for the development of medium- and heavy-dut...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/28

s.   Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab Low Rider Pro LOW RIDER PRO embellished with a ‘Futuristic Pick-Up Truck' concept, featuring over fender arch trim, front bumper garnish, white Kevlar decoration, cyber lid, and aero wheels.       Isuzu's highlight this year was the newly introduced 2.2-liter diesel engine. Showcased on the press stage were the Isuzu D-MAX 1-ton pickup truck and the MU-X 7-seater passenger vehicles, which are both equipped ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/16

in building and operating ultra-fast charging stations on expressways. Construction of charging stations Challenge: On-site resources are limited and power capacity needs to be improved. Common issues that tend to be faced when selecting parking spaces for charging include: Issue 1: Gasoline/diesel and electric vehicles are fiercely "competing" for parking spaces. Since there are no dedicated charging spaces within the service areas, space...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/14

n the development of heavy-duty trucks with a view to collaborating with the Volvo Group in the area of advanced technologies”. (5) Isuzu/Cummins: Powertrain joint development   In July 2024, the medium-duty "Forward" truck (GVW 16~22 tons) equipped with a new jointly developed inline 6-cylinder diesel engine was launched for the Japan domestic market. In addition, the alliance will also develop Class 6 and 7 trucks that use Cummins Inc.'s Acc...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/07

drop in sales at 2.348 million units. While sales in the UK increased by 3.3% y/y to 1.658 million units, those in France fell by 2.7% y/y to 1.401 million units. By powertrain, EVs accounted for 14.8% of total sales, while PHVs amounted to 7.2% and HVs accounted for 31.0%. ICE vehicles (gasoline + diesel engine vehicles) accounted for 44.5% of total sales, and thus, the share of electrified vehicles surpassed that of ICE vehicles.   Passenger c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/12/25

reater purchasing power, making car ownership more affordable. Additionally, this demographic values personal mobility for convenience and status, further fueling the growth of car sales. Rising fuel prices and inflation   Although fuel prices have stabilized in recent months, they remain high for diesel, gasoline, CNG, and LPG, despite a significant drop in global crude oil prices, which continues to fuel inflationary pressures. Post-Covid, Ind...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/12/23