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• September 2023: Mahindra, a leading e3-wheeler manufacturer in India, announced its plans to introduce the EALFA Super Rickshaw. This innovative vehicle boasts an enhanced range to improve the overall performance and efficiency of last-mile connectivity solutions. The EALFA Super Rickshaw has been designed to meet customers' evolving needs, ensuring a comfortable and reliable ride. Mahindra's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology continues to drive its success in the e3-wheeler market.
• September 2022: E-FILL unveiled its new e-auto and a 60kW public fast charger at the EV India Expo 2022. The 60kW public fast charger aims to provide seamless charging experiences for electric vehicle users nationwide. The L5 category LIFT-EA features a 7kW motor and a 14.5kWh BNEW battery pack, a spacious 140 cubic feet loading area, a digital instrument cluster, ergonomic seating, and a covered top box. The EV charger, an X4 series 60kW 3-phase DC-powered unit, comes with a CCS2 dual gun connector.
• August 2023: Lord's Automotive introduced eight advanced two-wheeler and three-wheeler electric vehicles, priced between INR 49,999 and INR 175,000.
• January 2023: Godawari Electric Motors (eblu) launched India's first electric auto L5M three-wheeler, featuring complete body panels made of DCPD material.
• March 2023: TIC Motors announced its plans to launch its battery norm-compliant Montra E3W model in the first quarter of 2024. This launch aligns with the government's push toward adopting cleaner and more sustainable transportation solutions. The Montra E3W is designed to cater to last-mile connectivity needs, offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional fuel-based vehicles. By introducing this vehicle, TIC Motors aims to significantly contribute to India's transition toward electric mobility.

• April 2023: First Hydrogen introduced a novel zero-emission recreational vehicle (RV), utilizing fuel cell technology in collaboration with the EDAG Group. This partnership seeks to apply fuel cell electric technology to larger vehicles, showcasing the advantage of handling higher payloads and achieving longer ranges compared to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for RVs. Their inaugural van is designed to cover distances ranging from 249 to 373 miles (400 to 600 kilometers) on a single five-minute refueling, with the expected range for the Gen 2 vehicle yet to be disclosed.
• January 2023: Winnebago Industries debuted its inaugural fully electric RV, the "eRV2," at the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa. This emission-free model operates all systems—both house and powertrain—on electricity, supporting up to seven days of "boondocking" solely on batteries. The RV incorporates accessories crafted from recyclable and biodegradable materials, complemented by a 900-watt solar capacity for extended off-grid stays. Its 48-volt battery system offers over 15,000 usable watt-hours, cleverly stored beneath the floor in a thin, space-maximizing design. Sustainable practices extend to the interior with recycled flooring, mattresses, and other materials. At the same time, the customizable broad-color spectrum lighting aims to reduce light pollution, benefitting local flora and fauna.

• MAY 2022: Mercury introduced two new 25 hp and 30 hp four-stroke outboards equipped with the 3-cylinder powerhead. Introducing SmartCraft technologies enables features that have never been available for many boats in this class.
• MAR 2022: The company announced the launch of its new outboard BFT150D model. The BFT150D features a new aerodynamic styling cowling and improved waterproofing with a new cowl latch and sealing.
• FEB 2022: Tohatsu Corporation plans to add the next generation of 25/30 horsepower 4-stroke engines to its model line-up. The new MFS25/30D model, which may be added soon to the company's outboard product line, is the lightest 3-cylinder in its class and is engineered to fit a variety of boating applications.

• Oct 2023: Volvo Trucks North America announced a new comprehensive fleet management portal, Volvo Connect, to access Volvo Trucks’ digital services, providing fleets with near real-time data on the health and performance of trucks in operation. The new portal offers analytics and reports that deliver fleets a range of truck data, including fuel consumption, idle time, vehicle speed, seat belt information, and location information.
• Jun 2023: Swedish electric self-driving truck company Einride partnered with Scandinavia's leading postal service, PostNord, to reduce CO2 emissions in Norway by 2,100 tonnes over the coming three years. Six trucks were deployed in the Oslo region in June 2022, but the goal is to reach 35 electric-connected trucks by June 2024.

• Dec 2023: GreenPower Motor Company announced its first orders for the Type A all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission Nano BEAST school bus for the New York market through its dealer Leonard Bus Sales.
• Oct 2023: GreenPower, a West Virginia-based electric bus maker, unveiled the Mega BEAST, a ramped-up version of the BEAST (“Battery Electric Automotive School Transportation”), its Type D electric school bus that has a 140-mile range. The new model will be manufactured at GreenPower’s facilities in both California and South Charleston, West Virginia, beginning in 2024.
• Sept 2023: Phoenix Motor Inc. announced a contract order for ten all-electric, zero-emission Type-A school buses in the District of Columbia. The Phoenix Type-A School Buses will be built on a Ford E-450 chassis powered by Phoenix’s 150-mile range battery electric drive system and a Pegasus Orion school bus body.

• March 2024: The Minister-Designate for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture commended the Heritage Caravan initiative led by Citi TV/Citi FM. He has expressed his intention to collaborate with the media house to further enhance the initiative's impact. The Heritage Caravan, organized by Citi TV/Citi FM, provides a distinctive road trip experience, allowing participants to explore Ghana's diverse regions and actively engage with the nation's rich cultural heritage.
• February 2024: JCBL Ltd, a prominent player in the Indian mobility solutions industry, announced its foray into the Recreational Vehicles (RVs) sector with the introduction of the JCBL RV.
• February 2024: One of the largest caravan clubs in the United Kingdom is aiming to broaden its network by proposing the establishment of a 140-pitch touring site near Belvoir Castle, in proximity to Grantham. The application, currently under consideration by the South Kesteven District Council, has been submitted by the Caravan and Motorhome Club, which presently manages over 160 sites.
• July 2023: Sealvans, a Turkish startup established in 2020, initiated the acceptance of orders for its novel amphibious caravans in Europe following the successful conclusion of research and development endeavors. These hybrid camper boats are meticulously crafted to provide a seamless means of traversing both land and sea using a singular vehicle. Functioning as a conventional caravan on land, they seamlessly transform into fully operational boats when navigating waterways.

• October 2023: Th BMW AG and Sasol Ltd planned to work together to develop infrastructure to encourage the production and use of hydrogen-powered vehicles in South Africa. According to the companies, BMW will provide its fuel-cell iX5 sport utility vehicle, while Sasol will supply green hydrogen.
• February 2024: Tata Motors, India’s automobile manufacturer, along with its authorized distributor, Tata Africa Holdings Limited, announced the commercial launch of its successful range of multipurpose heavy-duty trucks, Ultra T.9 and Ultra T.14, in South Africa.

• March 2023: TVS Motor Company announced the launch of new three-wheeler products in Ghana, the TVS King Series. The launch aims to expand the company’s reach and develop new avenues for growth in the African market.
• March 2023: Toyota Manufacturing Ghana Co. Limited, the vehicle assembly company of Toyota Tsusho Corporation, announced the commission of its first locally assembled Suzuki Swift in Ghana. The company also stated that they would continue the semi-knocked down (SKD) production of the Suzuki compact car in the country.
• October 2022: Israel-based company SIXAI and Japanese auto and motorcycle parts manufacturer Musashi Seimitsu announced a joint plan to produce and lease millions of battery-powered motorcycles in Ghana and Nigeria. The plan aims to offer environmentally friendly vehicles to drivers and eventually develop a full-scale local assembly plant in the Abuja and Accra regions of Ghana.
• March 2022: SolarTaxi, the first e-mobility company established in Ghana, launched Africa's first electric car on a ride-hailing app to offer customers a green and cleaner option for their convenience at a cheaper rate.

• November 2022: Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) announced the importation of several RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV) to test customer response, vehicle behavior, infrastructure requirements, and other technical aspects, as well as educate customers on plug-in technology. It is also the second phase of TSAM's New Energy Vehicle (NEV) roll-out strategy, following the hybrid vehicle expansion strategy across Toyota's mainstream product lines.
• November 2022, The Almaz Hybrid, previously displayed at the Indonesia Electric Motor Show (IEMS) 2022 event, was officially launched by Wuling Motors in Indonesia.
• October 2022,: BYD announced that it had opened its first store in Brasilia, Brazil's capital, in collaboration with Saga Group, the country's largest dealer. In Brazil, BYD has introduced the Tang EV luxury battery-electric SUV, the Han EV battery-electric sedan, the D1, and the Song PLUS DM-i hybrid SUV, which will go on sale soon.
• In October 2022, Korea Fuel-Tech Corporation invested USD 10 million in the construction of a new plant in Auburn, Alabama, the United States. The new plant will produce carbon canisters and hybrid vehicle fuel systems.

• November 2022: According to BYD's official Weibo account, BYD's new luxury car brand is called "Yangwang." It will have a new and independent team for branding, products, sales and services network, and operation, with products expected to be officially launched in Q1 2023.
• August 2022: Infiniti announced the official launch of the QX55, an all-new luxury SUV, in China at the 2022 Chengdu Motor Show. It will be sold as an imported model in the country. It is available in four variants (one FWD and three AWD), with prices ranging from CNY 389,800 (USD 55,987.36) to CNY 475,300 (USD 68,267.81).
• August 2022: In Wuhan, Hubei Province, Dongfeng Motor Company Limited (Dongfeng Motor) held a press conference. Dongfeng Motor introduced Mengshi, a luxury off-road EV (electric vehicle) brand, and its exclusive "M" logo at the conference. The Mengshi brand's first model will hit the market in 2023.