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  • PowerTALK™, September 2026

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    In the September 2026 issue of PowerTALK News you can read articles about the Irish government’s plan for data centers, 2026 North America scooter production, global marine craft production, Foton expanding its dealer network in Brazil, India’s CV demand recovery, and more.

    IN THIS ISSUE

    ALTERNATIVE POWER REPORT

    • Geely Prepares 500 Wh/kg Solid-State EV Battery
    • Irish Government Launches Development Plan for Data Centers
    • Next-gen Zinc-Iodine Batteries Can Charge in 3 Minutes
    • Poland Created Hydrogen Bus Demand, but Polenergia Walked Away

    DATAPOINT REPORT: 2026 NA Scooter Production

    NORTH AMERICA REPORT: End ofComment Period for EPA 2027 Emissions Policy

    EUROPE REPORT:

    • The Drive Towards Cleaner Marine Propulsion
    • Sanlorenzo Reports Strong H1 Results

    SOUTH AMERICA REPORT:

    • VWCO Truck & Bus Partners with SAIC
    • Foton Expands Dealer Network to 77 Locations in Brazil
    • São Paulo Secures US$ 500 Million for Electric Bus Adoption

    JAPAN REPORT: Labor Shortage Delays Takeuchi’s New Factory
    SOUTH KOREA REPORT: Hanwha Completes Medium-Speed Engine Factory
    INDONESIA REPORT: SANY Brings Multiple Power Options To Mining Market
    CHINA REPORT: Sany’s First EV Heavy Truck Produced in Turkey
    INDIA REPORT: Commercial Vehicle Demand Recovers

  • September: North America 2026 Scooter Production

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    470,200 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number Scooters, Minibikes, and Mopeds expected to be produced in North America during 2026.

    Scooters/Minibikes/Mopeds are motorized 2-wheeled vehicles used primarily for recreation.

    This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink™ , which provides information on engines, and OE Link™, a database of equipment manufacturers.

    Market Share. Mexico facilities dominate the scooter market with rounding to 100% of total units produced.  Italika leads with 80.5%, followed by Honda with 19.5%. US-based Go-Ped is the third producer with 359 units.    

    Exports: Up to 30% worldwide.

    Trends. In 2025, production of Scooters in North America was basically flat, increasing only 0.25%. Expect production to remain flat with a nominal 1% decline in 2026. Scooters are a popular mode of transportation that has seen saturation in the marketplace and weakened demand. The demand for efficient and eco-friendly models will boost the electric scooter market along with the threat of rising gas prices.  Not only are scooters convenient and offer independence, but they also make for faster commutes as opposed to using other modes of transportation; electric models are also extremely popular.  Expect production of scooters to increase 15% by 2035. PSR

    Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations

  • Alternative Power Report September 2026

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    The September 2026 issue of the Alternative Power Report produced by Power Systems Research and authored by Guy Youngs, features articles on Geely’s new high density battery, the Irish government’s plans to support data center development, Poland’s hydrogen bus program, Toyota’s work on a fluoride-iron EV battery and New South Wales, Australia’s policy to stimulate data center growth. Read these articles and more in the September 2026 issue of Alternative Power Report today. PSR

  • Alternative Power Report August 2026

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    The August 2026 issue of the Alternative Power Report produced by Power Systems Research and authored by Guy Youngs, features articles on Chinese EV trucks, worn out battery problems possible in 2030, CATL’s plans for EV truck battery swapping program, and e-bike battery research. Read these articles and more in the August 2026 issue of Alternative Power Report today. PSR

  • Alternative Power Report July 2026

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    The July 2026 issue of the Alternative Power Report produced by Power Systems Research and authored by Guy Youngs, features articles on aircraft battery development, marine power news, shrinking demand for hydrogen power, and a water-based battery for data centers. Read these articles and more in the June 2026 issue of Alternative Power Report today. PSR

  • PowerTALK™, August 2026

    In the August 2026 issue of PowerTALK News you can read articles about China’s move to EV trucks, CATL’s truck battery swapping project, the forecast for 2026 production of PWCs, soft Argentina demand weakens Brazil exports, Hyundai winning data center power order, Geely acquiring stake in Ford’s Spanish production plant, and more.

    IN THIS ISSUE

    ALTERNATIVE POWER REPORT

    • China’s Electric Truck Moment Has Arrived
    • $5M Startup Claims Rare Earth-free Electric Motor
    • 2030: More Than One Million Worn Out Batteries Likely
    • CATL Building Battery Swapping Hubs for EV Trucks
    • Laos Used Drastic Approach To Go 100% EV Overnight

    NORTH AMERICA REPORT: Daimler Truck Group Plans Two Plants
    DATAPOINT REPORT: 2026 North American PWC Production

    SOUTH AMERICA/BRAZIL REPORT:

    • Volvo Buses Introduces Flex Chassis for Biodiesel Operation
    • BYD Adds High Floor Blade Battery Chassis To EV Bus Portfolio
    • Scania Targets Bus Market Growth with Super Platform
    • Falling Argentine Demand Drives 20% Decline in Brazil Exports

    JAPAN REPORT: Yanmar, Hitachi Explore Equipment Collaboration
    SOUTH KOREA REPORT: HD Hyundai Heavy Wins US Data Center Power Order
    MALAYSIA-INDONESIA REPORT: Diesel Costs Disrupt Palm Harvest
    CHINA REPORT: Geely To Acquire 34% Stake in Ford’s Spanish Plant
    INDIA REPORT: Auto Expansion Bets on Next Growth Cycle

  • August: North America 2026 PWC Production

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    92,000 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Personal Watercraft (PWC) expected to be produced in the United States during 2026. This production number includes jet drive boats and jet drive pontoons.

    There are several types of personal watercraft (PWC), depending upon the number of people the vessel is designed to carry, anywhere from one to three or more people.

    PWC Sit-Downs 1-2 People is defined as a type of vessel which is specifically designed to haul one or two riders in a sitting position, one in front of the other; commonly referred to as jet skis. A larger PWC sit-down model carries three people. Finally, PWC Stand-Ups are a type of water scooter with the purpose of one rider standing or kneeling on the watercraft.

    Jet Drive Boats are boats propelled by a jet of water ejected from the back of the craft; they have no propeller and can maneuver in shallow water.

    This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink™ , which provides information on engines, and OE Link™, a database of equipment manufacturers.

    Market Share. With a combined plant total of 50%, Yamaha leads in production of PWC in North America.  In second position is Bombardier (BRP Mexico & US) with 39.5%; third, is Kawasaki (Mexico) with 9%.

    Exports: Up to 30% worldwide.

    Trends. In 2025, production of Personal Watercraft (including pontoon and jet drive boats) dropped 17.2%, caused in part by increasing interest rates which reduced demand. However, production is expected to gain 5.3% in 2026. 

    The 2026 increase is based on slight demand for new products in the market, especially for jet drive boats and pontoons. Following the pandemic (2021), according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), this trend is here to stay – the boating industry is booming with demand at an all-time high as Americans plan for a summer on the water.  Expect the production of Personal Watercraft to gain an additional 10% by 2035.   PSR

    Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations

  • PowerTALK™, July 2026

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    In the July 2026 issue of PowerTALK News you can read articles about the Q2 2026 Truck Production Report, a new battery that could make larger aircraft possible, expanding Chinese vehicle imports to Brazil, South Korea government’s action on AI investments, and more.

    IN THIS ISSUE

    ALTERNATIVE POWER REPORT

    • New Battery Could Lead To Big Leaps in Performance
    • Air Battery Makes Larger Electric Aircraft Possible
    • Batteries Can Reshape Shipping Fuels
    • Fossil Fuels Are 40% of Freight Shipping Tonnage
    • Paving the Way for Lithium-Nitrogen Batteries

    TRUCK PRODUCTION REPORT: Q2 2026 PSR Truck Production Index Climbs 11.3%
    DATAPOINT REPORT: 2026 North American Hydroseeder Production

    SOUTH AMERICA/BRAZIL REPORT:

    • Bus Chassis Production Shows Gains Despite Likely Downturn
    • Chinese Vehicle Imports Reduce Brazil Exports to Argentina
    • Scania Brazil Plant Prepared for Electric Truck Production
    • Sany Announces Production Plant in Campinas, Brazil

    JAPAN REPORT: IHI Tests Ammonia-Fueled Land-based Engine
    SOUTH KOREA REPORT: Government Links Semiconductor, AI Investments
    THAILAND REPORT: MHEV Production Investment Approved
    CHINA REPORT: XCMG Group, ZF Establish Joint Venture for Ag Macinery
    INDIA REPORT: India-UK CETA: A Strategic Opportunity for Auto Industry
    PSR REPORT: PSR Provides $2,000 STEM Scholarship

  • Q2 2026 Truck Production Index (PSR-TPI) climbs 11.3%

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    St. Paul, MN — The Power Systems Research Truck Production Index (PSR-TPI) increased from 115 to 128, or 11.3%, for the three-month period ending June 30, 2026, from Q1 2026. The year-over-year (Q2 2025 to Q2 2026) gain for the PSR-TPI was 127 to 128, or 0.8%.

    The PSR-TPI measures truck production globally and across six regions: North America, China, Europe, South America, Japan & Korea and Emerging Markets.

    This data comes from OE Link™, the proprietary database maintained by Power Systems Research.

    All Regions. MHCV demand will vary by region in 2026.  North America and Europe have seen orders increase through much of the first half of the year and vehicle demand is expected to improve somewhat over last year. China is expected to see a single digit decline in production much of the decline comes on the heels of very high levels of production in 2025.

    Global Index. Overall, global production is expected to decline slightly in 2026 over last year.  Ongoing tariffs along with the conflict in the Middle East and the shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz are currently putting pressure on truck demand.  However, at the time of this writing fuel prices have been declining as more vessels are able to pass through the Strait.

    North America. Medium and heavy truck production in North America is expected to increase by 9.5% this year compared with low 2025 production. While class 8 truck production is expected to increase by 13.5% this year as order rates for class 8 trucks have improved strongly throughout much of the year.  Improvement in freight rates and freight demand along with tightening truck capacity and some level of truck pre-buy ahead of the 2027 GHG emission regulations is expected to drive increased truck production this year.  While truck sales have been down for much of this year, production levels are expected to be strong in the second half of the year.  Oil prices have been recently declining which will also help drive truck demand in the third and fourth quarters of 2026.  PSR

    By Jim Downey, Vice President-Global Data Products
    Chris Fisher, Senior Commercial Vehicle Analyst

  • North America  2026 Hydroseeders Production

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    4,000 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number Seeders/Hydroseeders expected to be produced in the United States during 2026.

    Hydroseeding sprays a slurry of seed, water, fertilizer, and mulch to rapidly establish grass. Demand is driven by its massive cost savings (up to 80% cheaper than sod), rapid germination, and superior erosion control. It is the premier method for large-scale landscaping, land restoration, and climate-resilience projects.

    This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink™ , which provides information on engines, and OE Link™, a database of equipment manufacturers.

    Exports: Up to 10% worldwide.

    Trends. In 2025, production of Seeders/Hydroseeders in the United States decreased 4.4%.  Production is expected to gain 3% in 2026.  The gain is attributed to healthy lawn needs that include parks, residential, commercial/professional landscaping and sport fields. Expect production to increase by 10% by 2035. PSR

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