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‘Hatchbacks are here to stay; no guarantee that SUVs will remain popular in the future’: RC Bhargava | Autocar Professional

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With the expected comeback of small cars by 2026, Bhargava says that the current dominance and popularity of SUVs is a trend that might or might not last in the future. For 170 million people who use two-wheelers for mobility, how will they remain mobile in the future? But one thing is clear: Hatchbacks are here to stay.

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Volkswagen investing €560M in Argentina plant for new MQB-based SUV

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Volkswagen is investing some €560 million (US$652 million) over the next five years in the production of a new MQB-based SUV in Pacheco, Argentina. Under its Transform 2025+ future strategy, Volkswagen is taking measures to successfully realign business on world markets. The new vehicle project will create some 2,500 jobs.

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Toyota Fortuner gets mild hybrid tech, but will it come to India? Check details

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One of the latest developments in the hybrid vehicle segment is the introduction of the Toyota Fortuner MHEV in South Africa. The Toyota Fortuner MHEV is a mild-hybrid version of the popular SUV, sharing its mild-hybrid technology with the Hilux MHEV, which was unveiled late last year. Under the hood, this SUV features a 2.8-liter

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Nissan says no more ICE funding amid Toyota, other rivals’ new engine commitment

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Nissan said it will not invest in new gas or diesel-powered engines as the brand moves toward an electric future. Over a decade later, Nissan launched its second global EV and first electric SUV, the Nissan Ariya. By doubling down now, Nissan is setting itself up to be more competitive in the future.

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Toyota says diesels aren’t dead, might pair with hybrid tech

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Diesel engines may still have a future at Toyota, in some markets at least. However, Toyota continues to offer diesel engines in some European-market SUVs. General Motors currently offers diesels in its full-size SUVs and pickups, and it’s reportedly working on a new generation of plug-in hybrid tech for its trucks.

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Volkswagen Group: Foshan Plant Phase II mega-factory key for China; strengthening e-mobility strategy

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The first SUV-model of the Volkswagen brand built by FAW-Volkswagen—the T-Roc—successfully rolled off the line in April this year. Together with the Audi Q2L, which will also start production this year, T-Roc is a vital building block in the fast growing SUV segment in China.

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China’s JAC plans Aussie push with EV ute benchmarked against Rivian R1T

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JAC will roll out right-hand drive SUVs the same year, while passenger cars will follow after that. The future of JAC is EV,” declared Jason Pecotic, the managing director of BLK Auto. The next vehicle they are working on is SUV. It also has an SUV sibling, the R1S, that spins off the same platform. 2023 JAC JS6 SUV.