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Exclusive-India`s JSW in talks with Chinese carmaker Leapmotor for Eelectric Vehical tech India's steel-to-energy JSW Group is in early talks with Chinese automaker Leapmotor to license technology to build electric vehicles in India, according to people familiar with the discussions. Under the technology licensing agreement, JSW would use Leapmotor's platform - the structural underpinnings of a car on which it is built - to manufacture EVs in India under its own brand name, the sources said, in the company's second attempt to enter the growing business. JSW is li...
Exclusive-India`s JSW in talks with Chinese carmaker Leapmotor for Eelectric Vehical tech
Exclusive-India`s JSW in talks with Chinese carmaker Leapmotor for Eelectric Vehical tech
Source: Reuters
31/08/2023 4:27:50 PM
Tesla car for Rs 20 lakh in India still a distant dream, say experts As reports surfaced on Tesla considering a cheaper Model 3 in India around Rs 20 lakh as it mulls bringing its supply chain ecosystem to the country in the near future, industry experts on Thursday said achieving this price range appears to be a distant dream. If all goes well, Tesla can reportedly produce 5 lakh electric vehicles annually that starts from Rs 20 lakh, as the Elon Musk-run company plans to set up its auto parts and electronics chain in India, along with seeking incentives a...
Tesla car for Rs 20 lakh in India still a distant dream, say experts
Tesla car for Rs 20 lakh in India still a distant dream, say experts
Source: IANS
14/07/2023 9:28:18 AM
Auto Startup Quantum Energy partners Bike Bazaar for retail financing Quantum Energy, a leading electric vehicle (EV) start-up specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, and sales of electric scooters, has announced its strategic tie-up with Bike Bazaar, an RBI-registered finance company that specialises in retail financing of Pre-Owned & New-vehicles. The agreement involves collaborating and powering a substantial number of Quantum Bziness Pro e-scooters, thereby facilitating eco-friendly transportation options and catering to the needs o...
Auto Startup Quantum Energy partners Bike Bazaar for retail financing
Auto Startup Quantum Energy partners Bike Bazaar for retail financing
Source: PR Agency
10/07/2023 5:24:20 PM
Volkswagen India announces its annual `monsoon campaign` offering peace of mind ownership experience Volkswagen Passenger Cars India today announced its annual ‘Monsoon Campaign’ car care service initiative for its customers across the 120 service touchpoints in India. The month-long campaign starting 1st July 2023 will offer a comprehensive service for customers. Under the Monsoon Campaign initiative, customers can avail a complimentary 40-point check-up by trained professionals that examines the vehicle for any existing or possible maintenance and repair services to avoid a...
Volkswagen India announces its annual `monsoon campaign` offering peace of mind ownership experience
Volkswagen India announces its annual `monsoon campaign` offering peace of mind ownership experience
Source: PR Agency
7/07/2023 5:29:48 PM
Maruti Suzuki goes upmarket in India with new seven seater  Maruti Suzuki, India's biggest automaker, is looking to break into the premium car segment with its new seven seater, as a growing number of buyers opt for bigger, feature-packed cars. Maruti, known for small and compact cars that are mostly priced below 1 million rupees ($12,000), on Wednesday launched the Invicto people mover starting from around 2.5 million rupees ($30,000). The company aims to raise its brand image and enter a segment where it sees rapid growth as the purc...
Maruti Suzuki goes upmarket in India with new seven seater
Maruti Suzuki goes upmarket in India with new seven seater
Source: Reuters
5/07/2023 5:23:20 PM
Maruti Suzuki launches Invicto starting at Rs 24.79 lakh  Passenger car major Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Wednesday launched its premium three row utility vehicle (UV) model Invicto priced between Rs 24.79 lakh and Rs 28.42 lakh. The model will be retailed by Maruti Suzuki India’s premium channel NEXA. “Our entry into the premium three row UV segment with the launch of the Invicto adds a new dimension to NEXA’s portfolio and to Maruti Suzuki as a brand. With its SUV-like character, our new Invicto delivers a combination ...
Maruti Suzuki launches Invicto starting at Rs 24.79 lakh
Maruti Suzuki launches Invicto starting at Rs 24.79 lakh
Source: IANS
5/07/2023 2:41:29 PM
Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for Invicto UV. Expanding its utility vehicle (UV) segment, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Monday announced pre-launch booking for its three row Invicto model in the NEXA channel. The Invicto marks Maruti Suzuki's entrance into the premium 3-Row segment and the launch is slated for July 5, 2023. The company said Invicto will appeal to customers who are looking for a strong design, best-in-class passenger room, ample cargo space, spirited performance, advanced technology, and a host of utility features....
Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for Invicto UV.
Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for Invicto UV.
Source: IANS
19/06/2023 2:50:32 PM
Volkswagen India announces prices across the new variants and the GT Edge Limited Collection on Taigun and Virtus Greetings from Volkswagen Passenger Cars India! Volkswagen Passenger Cars India today announced the market introduction of its new variants on the India 2.0 carlines – Taigun & Virtus, along with exclusive online bookings for the marquee GT Edge Limited Collection via the Volkswagen India website. The GT Edge carlines will be manufactured basis customer bookings (via the Volkswagen India website) and deliveries will begin July 2023 onward.   Volkswagen India is ma...
Volkswagen India announces prices across the new variants and the GT Edge Limited Collection on Taigun and Virtus
Volkswagen India announces prices across the new variants and the GT Edge Limited Collection on Taigun and Virtus
Source: PR Agency
9/06/2023 5:47:48 PM
Leasing vs buying a car: Which is better? When it comes to acquiring a new vehicle, the decision to buy or lease can be a challenging one. Both buying and leasing a car have their own merits and drawbacks, which is why it is important to thoroughly research and compare different offers from dealerships or financial institutions to ensure you get the best possible deal. Flexibility, convenience, and style One of the primary benefits of leasing is the flexibility it provides. When you choose to lease a car, you are making a short...
Leasing vs buying a car: Which is better?
Leasing vs buying a car: Which is better?
Source: IANS
6/06/2023 5:14:51 PM
Maruti Suzuki India gains on reporting 10% rise in total sales in May Maruti Suzuki is currently trading at Rs. 9364.60, up by 36.80 points or 0.39% from its previous closing of Rs. 9327.80 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 9365.05 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 9375.95 and Rs. 9316.30 respectively. So far 1597 shares were traded on the counter. The BSE group 'A' stock of face value Rs. 5 has touched a 52 week high of Rs. 9768.65 on 31-Oct-2022 and a 52 week low of Rs. 7557.60 on 07-Jun-2022. Last one week high and low of the scrip sto...
Maruti Suzuki India gains on reporting 10% rise in total sales in May
Maruti Suzuki India gains on reporting 10% rise in total sales in May
Source: Accord Fintech
2/06/2023 11:53:27 AM
Electric-2 wheeler that charges within 12 minutes arrives in India Battery tech startup Log9 Materials on Tuesday announced the launch of India's fastest-charging two-wheeler commercial electric vehicle (CEV) in partnership with Hyderabad-headquartered EV firm Quantum Energy. The two companies jointly unveiled a new vehicle model called 'Bzinesslite InstaCharged by Log9' which is powered by Log9's RapidX 2000 batteries, enabling it to go zero to zip within 12 minutes. The e-2W has been designed with unique features such as great speed, ...
Electric-2 wheeler that charges within 12 minutes arrives in India
Electric-2 wheeler that charges within 12 minutes arrives in India
Source: IANS
30/05/2023 12:46:29 PM
McLaren Artura supercar arrives in India at Rs 5.1 cr with 330kph top speed British luxury supercar-maker McLaren Automotive on Friday introduced the all-new McLaren Artura in India for Rs 5.1 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi price), which is the company's first-ever series-production High-Performance Hybrid (HPH) supercar to arrive in the country. The Artura's top speed is 330km per hour with 0-100 km per hour reached in just 3.0 seconds and 0-200 km per hour in 8.3 seconds, according to the company. The Artura has full Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) capability and ca...
McLaren Artura supercar arrives in India at Rs 5.1 cr with 330kph top speed
McLaren Artura supercar arrives in India at Rs 5.1 cr with 330kph top speed
Source: IANS
26/05/2023 3:47:40 PM
Toyota Kirloskar to increase output by 30% with third shift operation Car maker Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Thursday said it will increase its production by 30 per cent by starting three shift operations at its plant in Bidadi in Karnataka owing to increased demand for its old and new models. According to Toyota Kirloskar, a joint venture between Japan's Toyota Corporation and India's Kirloskar Group, the third shift operations began in May. The company said the start of the third shift will generate additional employment of close to 25 per cent inc...
Toyota Kirloskar to increase output by 30% with third shift operation
Toyota Kirloskar to increase output by 30% with third shift operation
Source: IANS
18/05/2023 3:41:47 PM
Enigma to launch 6 high-speed electric 2-wheelers by year-end Homegrown EV manufacturer Enigma on Tuesday announced its plans to launch six high-speed electric two-wheelers by the end of this year. As part of the upcoming line-up, the company's most anticipated high-speed EV bike Cafe Racer - Enigma CR22 for motorcycle enthusiasts boasts a top speed of 120 km per hour and delivers a range of 105 km on a single charge, according to the company. "With six high-speed electric two-wheelers, including B2B high-speed RTO and FAME-approved two-w...
Enigma to launch 6 high-speed electric 2-wheelers by year-end
Enigma to launch 6 high-speed electric 2-wheelers by year-end
Source: IANS
16/05/2023 2:10:17 PM
If diesel cars go, what about EVs? On course, but in slow gear As India, which is the fourth largest car market globally, charts a new course for electric vehicles (EVs), the country still has EV penetration at only around 1 per cent (according to Moody's) - and that too dominated by electric two-wheelers. However, with the friendly government policies and new entrants arriving on the scene with cheaper EVs, the country is set to witness a plethora of options in the next 2-3 years. Industry experts expect that passenger car EV penetration will ...
If diesel cars go, what about EVs? On course, but in slow gear
If diesel cars go, what about EVs? On course, but in slow gear
Source: IANS
14/05/2023 2:18:54 PM
China`s SAIC to dilute stake in MG Motor India, drive Electric Vehicle sales China's SAIC Motor plans to drop its ownership in MG Motor India to allow domestic entities to take a majority stake, the Indian electric vehicle maker said on Wednesday, as Chinese investments face increased scrutiny by the New Delhi government. MG also plans to invest more than 50 billion rupees ($611.4 million) to build a second plant in India amid a slew of other proposals, including exploring cell manufacturing, with the aim that at least 65% of its sales comprise of EVs from 2026...
China`s SAIC to dilute stake in MG Motor India, drive Electric Vehicle sales
China`s SAIC to dilute stake in MG Motor India, drive Electric Vehicle sales
Source: Reuters
10/05/2023 5:19:45 PM
Maruti Suzuki sold 1.60 lakh units in April Passenger car major Maruti Suzuki India Ltd said it had sold a total of 160,529 units (domestic 139,519 units, sales to other car makers 4,039 units and exports 16,971 units) last month up from 150,661 units (domestic 126,261 units, sales to other car makers 5,987 units and exports 18,413 units). It should be noted that the company had logged lower exports and sales to other car makers last month as compared to the units sold in April 2022. The shortage of electronic components had some...
Maruti Suzuki sold 1.60 lakh units in April
Maruti Suzuki sold 1.60 lakh units in April
Source: IANS
1/05/2023 2:23:10 PM
Global connected car sales grew 12% in 2022, Volkswagen leads: Report  The global connected car sales grew 12 per cent (year-on-year) in 2022, with the share of connected cars in the overall car sales exceeding 50 per cent, a new report has shown. Volkswagen Group led in connected car sales, closely followed by Toyota Group, according to Counterpoint Research. The US remained the strongest market for connected cars, followed by China and Europe. In 2022, these three markets accounted for nearly 80 per cent of the total connected car sales globally. ...
Global connected car sales grew 12% in 2022, Volkswagen leads: Report
Global connected car sales grew 12% in 2022, Volkswagen leads: Report
Source: IANS
27/04/2023 9:10:32 AM
Mahindra Bolero SUV Breaks Sales Record: Surpasses 1 Lakh Mark in FY 2023 Mumbai: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., pioneers of the SUV segment in India, announced today that its iconic Bolero SUV has crossed the 1 lakh mark in sales in FY 2023, marking a significant milestone.Since its introduction in 2000, the Bolero has sold over 1400000 units, a true testament to its unmatched value proposition, exceptional performance capability, and striking stance. These recordsshowcaseBolero’s flourishing popularity and demand in the market. With a rich heritage s...
Mahindra Bolero SUV Breaks Sales Record: Surpasses 1 Lakh Mark in FY 2023
Mahindra Bolero SUV Breaks Sales Record: Surpasses 1 Lakh Mark in FY 2023
Source: PR Agency
24/04/2023 7:52:05 PM
Hyundai Motor announces new SUV `EXTER` in India Hyundai Motor India on Friday announced the name of its upcoming SUV -- Hyundai EXTER, which will offer smart mobility experience to the customers. According to the company, this new SUV will be an extremely important part of HMI's strong lineup of SUVs that already include VENUE, VENUE N Line, CRETA, ALCAZAR, KONA Electric, TUCSON and IONIQ 5. "We are proud to announce the name of our new SUV -- Hyundai EXTER that exemplifies the pulse of Gen Z buyers while empowering them wit...
Hyundai Motor announces new SUV `EXTER` in India
Hyundai Motor announces new SUV `EXTER` in India
Source: IANS
14/04/2023 1:48:20 PM
Global Electric Vehicle battery market to grow fivefold to $616 bn in 2035 The global electric vehicle (EV) battery market is forecast to post rapid growth to $616 billion in 2035, a market tracker said on Wednesday, with the China-based production likely to sharply shrink amid the EV-related policy revamps in the US and Europe. The projection marks a fivefold increase from $121 billion estimated for this year, according to a report released by SNE Research, a Seoul-based energy market tracker. Demand for EV battery production is expected to reach 5.3 terrawat...
Global Electric Vehicle battery market to grow fivefold to $616 bn in 2035
Global Electric Vehicle battery market to grow fivefold to $616 bn in 2035
Source: IANS
12/04/2023 3:12:49 PM
1 in 4 cars sold in India now has embedded cellular connectivity, Baleno leads  India's connected car sales almost doubled in 2022 with around one in four cars having in-built cellular connectivity and services to enhance in-vehicle digital experience, a report showed on Tuesday. Maruti Suzuki's Baleno was the best-selling connected car model in 2022, while MG, Hyundai, Kia and Tata Motors led in terms of connected car models' share in their portfolios. Launched in 2019 with a price of less than Rs 20 lakh with over 50 features, MG's Hector wa...
1 in 4 cars sold in India now has embedded cellular connectivity, Baleno leads
1 in 4 cars sold in India now has embedded cellular connectivity, Baleno leads
Source: IANS
11/04/2023 5:57:13 PM
Volkswagen Virtus scores best-ever test result in GNCAP history, awarded 5-star safety rating Mumbai: Volkswagen Passenger CarsIndia today announced five-star crash test results for the Virtus under the updated and more stringent Global NCAP testing protocols. The carline has received this safety rating for both adult- and child-occupant protection. The Volkswagen Virtus is now among a handful of cars in India to score a full five-star safety rating for both adult-and child-occupants under GNCAP’s updated crash test protocols.It now proudly joins the Volkswagen Taigunw...
Volkswagen Virtus scores best-ever test result in GNCAP history, awarded 5-star safety rating
Volkswagen Virtus scores best-ever test result in GNCAP history, awarded 5-star safety rating
Source: PR Agency
5/04/2023 6:44:05 PM
Hyundai unveils Genesis GV80 Coupe concept car in New York South Korea's largest carmaker Hyundai Motor has unveiled the Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept at its exhibition hall Genesis House New York, the company said on Tuesday. Inspired by the X Speedium Coupe Concept unveiled in New York last year, the GV80 Coupe Concept combines the practicality of a lifestyle-oriented SUV with the dynamism of a sports car, Hyundai said in a statement. The four-passenger SUV serves as a statement of intent for the future, hinting toward more emotional and per...
Hyundai unveils Genesis GV80 Coupe concept car in New York
Hyundai unveils Genesis GV80 Coupe concept car in New York
Source: IANS
4/04/2023 4:55:08 PM
TSRTC launches AC sleeper buses with free Wi-Fi State-owned Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) on Monday introduced nine air-conditioned sleeper buses equipped with free Wi-Fi services. State Transport Minister P. Ajay Kumar formally launched the buses which will initially operate to destinations like Bengaluru, Hubbali, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati and Chennai. The TSRTC has purchased 16 AC sleeper buses and nine of them were pressed into service from Monday. Speaking on the occasion, Ajay Kumar said TSRTC had placed o...
TSRTC launches AC sleeper buses with free Wi-Fi
TSRTC launches AC sleeper buses with free Wi-Fi
Source: IANS
27/03/2023 12:44:25 PM
SUN Mobility to power 50K EV food delivery vehicles for Zomato SUN Mobility on Monday said it has entered into a collaboration with Zomato to power 50,000 electric 2-wheelers across the country over the next 24 months. The EV company, which will utilise its battery swap solutions for the last-mile deliveries, said the collaboration has been confirmed in Delhi with an initial fleet deployment. "By deploying 50,000 electric two-wheelers in Zomato's fleet, we are reducing our carbon footprint by 5,000 MT/month and contributing to a cleaner en...
SUN Mobility to power 50K EV food delivery vehicles for Zomato
SUN Mobility to power 50K EV food delivery vehicles for Zomato
Source: IANS
27/03/2023 11:38:00 AM
Hero Electric launches 3 new 2-wheeler EVs Electric two-wheeler maker Hero Electric on Wednesday launched three new two-wheeler electric vehicles -- Optima CX5.0 (Dual Battery), Optima CX2.0 (Single Battery), and NYX (Dual Battery). Available at a starting price of Rs 85,000, the newly launched Optima CX5.0 comes in Dark Matt Blue and Matt Maroon and Optima CX.20 comes in Dark Matt Blue and Charcoal Black colour schemes, whereas, NYX comes available in Charcoal Black and Pearl White colours. "Our core philosophy has been de...
Hero Electric launches 3 new 2-wheeler EVs
Hero Electric launches 3 new 2-wheeler EVs
Source: IANS
16/03/2023 2:53:19 PM
India a great use case for 2-wheeler EV market: Dassault Systemes  As two-wheeler EV adoption sees a tremendous rise in India, Suchit Jain, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at Dassault Systemes, believes that the country is a great "use case" for the EV market -- a sector which will see an explosion in the next five years. The automotive, electric 2-wheelers (E2W) market grew by more than 300 per cent (year-on-year) in 2022. By 2025, the share of E2Ws and connected 2-wheelers (C2W) will both cross 50 per cent, accor...
India a great use case for 2-wheeler EV market: Dassault Systemes
India a great use case for 2-wheeler EV market: Dassault Systemes
Source: IANS
22/02/2023 11:44:06 AM
Electric vehicle charging revenue likely to exceed $300 bn globally by 2027 The global electric vehicle (EV) charging revenue is likely to exceed $300 billion by 2027, up from $66 billion in 2023, a report showed on Tuesday. According to Juniper Research, the total number of plug-in vehicles will surpass 137 million globally by 2027, up from 49 million in 2023. As the adoption grows, "charging vendors must differentiate their services in a highly fragmented market," the report said. "It is important for EV charging vendors to target consumers ...
Electric vehicle charging revenue likely to exceed $300 bn globally by 2027
Electric vehicle charging revenue likely to exceed $300 bn globally by 2027
Source: IANS
21/02/2023 1:52:03 PM
Tata Motors to induct 25K EVs into Uber`s premium service in India  Tata Motors on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ride-hailing platform Uber to induct 25,000 XPRES-T electric vehicles into its premium category service in India. The collaboration represents the largest EV partnership yet between an automaker and a ridesharing platform in the country. In July 2021, Tata Motors launched the 'XPRES' brand exclusively for fleet customers, and the XPRES-T EV is the first vehicle under this brand. Tata Motors will help ...
Tata Motors to induct 25K EVs into Uber`s premium service in India
Tata Motors to induct 25K EVs into Uber`s premium service in India
Source: Reuters
20/02/2023 1:57:10 PM
World's fastest accelerating e-car unveiled at Hyderabad E-Motor Show Battista, the world's fastest accelerating electric car, was unveiled at Hyderabad E-Motor Show here on Thursday. The pure-electric hyper GT Battista was unveiled for the first time in India at the show organised as part of the E-Mobility Week and it adds an important milestone, as the city gears up for India's first Formula E Grand Prix on February 11. Designed, developed, and made by Automobili Pininfarina, the Italian luxury car brand wholly owned by Mahindra & Mahindra, ...
World's fastest accelerating e-car unveiled at Hyderabad E-Motor Show
World's fastest accelerating e-car unveiled at Hyderabad E-Motor Show
Source: IANS
10/02/2023 11:02:22 AM
Ola launches new e-scooter S1 Air, starting at Rs 84,999  EV manufacturer Ola Electric on Thursday launched its much-anticipated Ola S1 Air e-scooter, which comes available in three variants at a starting price of Rs 84,999. The company also expanded its Ola S1 portfolio by launching the new variant at a price of Rs 99,999, which comes powered by a 2kWh battery, and offers an IDC range of 91 km and a top speed of 90 km/hr. The purchase window for the new variant opens from February 9, while the deliveries will begin from March 2023, the ...
Ola launches new e-scooter S1 Air, starting at Rs 84,999
Ola launches new e-scooter S1 Air, starting at Rs 84,999
Source: IANS
9/02/2023 5:05:45 PM
`Three As drive EV adoption worldwide and in India` Three A's - affordability, availability and acceptance - are driving the growth of electric vehicles (EV) globally and in India, said Emkay Global Financial Services in a report. According to the report, the benign government policy has increased the affordability quotient with reducing input costs. Advancement in availability is on account of increase in EV model options for customers and expansion of the charging/manufacturing ecosystem. And customer acceptance is enhancing owing ...
`Three As drive EV adoption worldwide and in India`
`Three As drive EV adoption worldwide and in India`
Source: IANS
8/02/2023 10:31:01 AM
BMW launches its 3rd gen BMW X1 in India Luxury car maker BMW on Saturday launched the all-new BMW X1 sports activity vehicle (SAV) in both petrol and diesel variants for consumers in India. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the car comes at introductory prices of Rs 45,90,000 (petrol) and Rs 47,90,000 (diesel) and is available for bookings at the company's dealership network and through its official website. The company said that -- the deliveries for BMW X1 (diesel) will commence from March onwards and for the...
BMW launches its 3rd gen BMW X1 in India
BMW launches its 3rd gen BMW X1 in India
Source: IANS
28/01/2023 2:12:22 PM
EV makers expect extension of FAME II, duty cuts in Budget 2023-24  Extension of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India - II (FAME II) subsidy scheme, rationalisation of GST are some of the budget wishes of the electric vehicle makers, said CARE Ratings as per its survey. According to the survey, the electric vehicle makers want the FAME II subsidy scheme to be extended beyond March 2024 and also bring the commercial vehicles under it. After the momentum witnessed in electric vehicle adoption in 2022, it...
EV makers expect extension of FAME II, duty cuts in Budget 2023-24
EV makers expect extension of FAME II, duty cuts in Budget 2023-24
Source: IANS
20/01/2023 5:32:57 PM
Brand will be 'all-electric' in future, says Harley-Davidson CEO Cruiser bikes giant Harley-Davidson is transitioning to become an all-electric brand in a process that will take decades, says its CEO Jochen Zeitz. "At some point in time, Harley Davidson will be all-electric. "But that's a long-term transition that needs to happen. It's not something you do overnight," Zeitz was quoted as saying. According to Zeitz, electrification is the next logical step in the evolution of the brand that was founded 120 years ago, reports ...
Brand will be 'all-electric' in future, says Harley-Davidson CEO
Brand will be 'all-electric' in future, says Harley-Davidson CEO
Source: IANS
17/01/2023 5:16:23 PM
Passenger vehicles sales witness spike, cross 37.92L in 2022  Registering a record growth, the sales of passenger vehicles in the country during the year 2022 crossed the mark of 37.92 lakh. According to the data released by Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on Friday, a total of 37,92,356 passenger vehicles were sold in the country against 30,82,421 passenger vehicles sold in the year 2021. Commenting on the sales data of 2022 calendar year, Vinod Aggarwal, president, SIAM said: "Passenger vehicles have reported the hig...
Passenger vehicles sales witness spike, cross 37.92L in 2022
Passenger vehicles sales witness spike, cross 37.92L in 2022
Source: IANS
14/01/2023 9:30:00 AM
Toyota displays modified off-road Hilux concept Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Thurssday showcased the modified off-road concept of Hilux, all new Landcruiser LC 300 and the modified Glanza at the Auto Expo 2023 here. The company also displayed an electric vehicle, the bZ4X, the first model to use the new e-TNGA electric vehicle architecture developed in collaboration with Subaru. Hydrogen-based vehicles like Mirai - a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), Corolla Cross H2 Concept, fuel cell system module and xEV technology vehicles like Pri...
Toyota displays modified off-road Hilux concept
Toyota displays modified off-road Hilux concept
Source: IANS
12/01/2023 5:18:17 PM
MG showcase hydrogen fuel-cell powered vehicle The British car manufacturer, MG Motor India on Thursday showcased MG Euniq 7, a new energy vehicle (NEV) with its third-generation hydrogen fuel cell technology. The Prome P390 fuel cell system built into the multi-purpose vehicle is claimed to have a range of up to 650 km. "As the industry continues exploring alternate fuel technologies, we are delighted to showcase the world's leading hydrogen fuel-cell technology - Prome P390 to India," said Rajeev Chaba, President and...
MG showcase hydrogen fuel-cell powered vehicle
MG showcase hydrogen fuel-cell powered vehicle
Source: IANS
12/01/2023 3:40:15 PM
Audi delivers around 1,18,000 electric models in 2022 German automaker Audi has said that it delivered around 1,18,000 fully electric vehicles to customers in 2022, an increase of 44 per cent (year-over-year), despite the challenging environment. The company also said that 1.61 million vehicles were delivered worldwide despite extremely challenging market conditions. "In a challenging and dynamic environment, our global team once again proved its resilience in 2022," Hildegard Wortmann, Member of the Board of Management for Sales...
Audi delivers around 1,18,000 electric models in 2022
Audi delivers around 1,18,000 electric models in 2022
Source: IANS
12/01/2023 2:39:25 PM
MG Motor announces Next-Gen Hector MG Motor India on Wednesday announced the next generation Hector SUV, available in five, six, and seven-seater configurations along with safety features such as six airbags and a 360-degree HD camera at the Auto Expo 2023. The company said that the Next-Gen Hector has a host of exciting technologies and 11 Autonomous Level 2 (ADAS) features that offer hassle-free driving comfort with enhanced safety. "With its all-new striking bold exterior and evolved safety feature s, and elegant...
MG Motor announces Next-Gen Hector
MG Motor announces Next-Gen Hector
Source: IANS
11/01/2023 5:11:47 PM
Auto Expo 2023: Hyundai launches Ioniq 5 EV On the first day of the Auto Expo 2023, Hyundai Motor India launched another electric model, the 'Ioniq 5', which when fully charged will run upto 631 km. The EV is underpinned by the E-GMP platform that also underpins the Kia EV6 which is already on sale in India, and the Ioniq 5 also gets Level 2 ADAS features. The introductory price of Ioniq 5 is Rs 44.95 lakhs (ex-showroom) and will be available in 3 colour options -- White, Black and an exclusive Matte Silver. Unsoo Kim,...
Auto Expo 2023: Hyundai launches Ioniq 5 EV
Auto Expo 2023: Hyundai launches Ioniq 5 EV
Source: IANS
11/01/2023 2:51:33 PM
Auto-Expo 2023: Interior made from recycled plastic & fishnet debris, Kia reveals its EV9 concept SUV South Korea's auto company, Kia motors, on Wednesday unveiled its Concept EV9 for the first time in India at the Auto Expo 2023, made of upcycled materials and inbuilt solar panel. The car was first unveiled to the world at the 2021 Los Angeles Motor show. With the aim to give a futuristic layout, the EV9's interior is made from materials, including natural wool yarns, recycled plastic, fishnet debris, and plant-based materials. Besides, it also features a 27-inch display screen...
Auto-Expo 2023: Interior made from recycled plastic & fishnet debris, Kia reveals its EV9 concept SUV
Auto-Expo 2023: Interior made from recycled plastic & fishnet debris, Kia reveals its EV9 concept SUV
Source: IANS
11/01/2023 2:25:55 PM
Auto-Expo 2023: JBM launches electric buses, Volvo-Eicher unveils India's longest 13.5m electric bus  Delhi-based auto component maker JBM Auto unveiled a range of new buses, including City-Intercity and luxury Galaxy Coach on Wednesday at Auto-Expo 2023. The models JBM Ecolife Electric City Bus, JBM Ebiz Life Electric Bus and JBM E-School Life Electric Bus, one product each for city travel, corporate travel, and school transit, were launched during the show. During the launch, JBM Auto Vice Chairman Nishant Arya said the electric buses with sustainable, safe, reliable and profita...
Auto-Expo 2023: JBM launches electric buses, Volvo-Eicher unveils India's longest 13.5m electric bus
Auto-Expo 2023: JBM launches electric buses, Volvo-Eicher unveils India's longest 13.5m electric bus
Source: IANS
11/01/2023 2:22:41 PM
India`s Greaves Cotton unveils e-scooter, electric cargo vehicles NEW DELHI- Indian vehicle maker Greaves Cotton plans to make a bigger push into high-speed electric scooters for urban commuters and electric cargo vehicles for last-mile deliveries, its executive vice chairman told Reuters. The company showcased six new products at the country's biennial auto show on Wednesday, including three new e-scooters under its Ampere brand and three new three-wheeled cargo and passenger vehicles. The latest scooters will come with top speeds of 75 kilometre...
India`s Greaves Cotton unveils e-scooter, electric cargo vehicles
India`s Greaves Cotton unveils e-scooter, electric cargo vehicles
Source: Reuters
11/01/2023 11:18:05 AM
MG`s Metaverse platform`MGverse` goes live with Auto Expo 2023`s digital twin Committed to consistent innovation for new-age buyers, MG Motor India today announced that its MGverse, future-ready Metaverse Platform, wasnow live.From today, anyone can experience the magic of the MG Pavilion at the Auto Expo 2023 with friends and family from anywhere. MG has teamed up with Metadome to offer an enriching digital experience for remote visitors.  MGverse sets a new standard for accessibility and inclusivity and expands the brands vision of ‘Enabling Exciting Exper...
MG`s Metaverse platform`MGverse` goes live with Auto Expo 2023`s digital twin
MG`s Metaverse platform`MGverse` goes live with Auto Expo 2023`s digital twin
Source: PR Agency
10/01/2023 4:08:30 PM
Triton EV R&D Centre Inaugurated and Work has Commenced in Pursuit of Innovation Triton EV has welcomed 2023 with the formal opening of the Research and Development (R&D) Centre, Kheda, Anand, Gujarat near Ahmedabad. This 1 Lakh 50 Thousand square feet area of R&D facility is set to nurture state of the art and innovative clean energy vehicles and mobility solutions. Although the R&D Centre was operational since August 2021 but the formal launch of the centre happened on 7th January 2023.  Through this R&D facility, the company is aiming to establi...
Triton EV R&D Centre Inaugurated and Work has Commenced in Pursuit of Innovation
Triton EV R&D Centre Inaugurated and Work has Commenced in Pursuit of Innovation
Source: PR Agency
9/01/2023 5:10:33 PM
Weber Drivetrain, Wuxi Lingbo join hands to manufacture Controller, BMS for e-bikes  Homegrown EV startup Weber Drivetrain on Monday announced a strategic technology transfer (TT) partnership with China-based Wuxi Lingbo Electronic Technology, in which it is committed to the complete Make In India manufacturing of controller and BMS for electric two-wheeler vehicles. Wuxi Lingbo has granted the EV startup two innovative patent technologies along with all design, architecture, layout, hardware designs and software, ushering in a new development phase in the Indian EV ...
Weber Drivetrain, Wuxi Lingbo join hands to manufacture Controller, BMS for e-bikes
Weber Drivetrain, Wuxi Lingbo join hands to manufacture Controller, BMS for e-bikes
Source: IANS
9/01/2023 4:26:59 PM