The country has already adopted CEV stage V over six months, starting January 1, 2025. With the government’s focus on curbing pollution in India, the new emission standards set for construction equipment vehicles (CEVs) can raise the cost of vehicles by 12-15%. ICRA‘s report states that this cost increase can be passed on to buyers… Continue reading ICRA predicts 15% surge in construction equipment costs due to new emission standards
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Delhi chokes again in ‘severe’ AQI, dense fog envelops city
The air quality in Delhi has worsened, falling into the ‘severe’ category. A thick blanket of fog covered Delhi-NCR on Friday morning, reducing visibility to zero. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi recorded a temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius at 5.30am. The Met Department has forecasted a minimum temperature of 6 degrees Celsius… Continue reading Delhi chokes again in ‘severe’ AQI, dense fog envelops city
Centre raises supply of cheap gas to stave off CNG price hike in Delhi ahead of polls
While PNG (piped natural gas) service is maintained fully with government-controlled gas, the allocation for the CNG segment varies in accordance with variation in production. Supply of cheap gas from legacy fields to Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL) will rise 31%, a move that will stave off an increase in CNG (compressed natural gas) prices in… Continue reading Centre raises supply of cheap gas to stave off CNG price hike in Delhi ahead of polls
TUV SUD partners with NATRAX to enhance automotive testing in India
This recognition is crucial for issuing Type Approval and Conformity of Production certificates. Manufacturers need these certificates to comply with Rule 126 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). TÜV SÜD and NATRAX (National Automotive Test Tracks) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today. This partnership allows TÜV SÜD to conduct EMI/EMC tests at its… Continue reading TUV SUD partners with NATRAX to enhance automotive testing in India
Two-wheelers, tractor volumes to outpace passenger vehicles and trucks in FY25-27
Tractors are emerging as another bright spot, with the sector positioned for a cyclical recovery, 12 and 15% growth respectively for 2Ws and tractors are expected in FY25-27. The volume of two-wheelers (2Ws) and tractors will grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13 to 15%, outpacing passenger vehicles (PVs) and trucks between… Continue reading Two-wheelers, tractor volumes to outpace passenger vehicles and trucks in FY25-27
Full-time RTOs in short supply, files in bottleneck at five RTAs
While there are 11 RTA offices across Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Medchal districts, the six key locations – Secunderabad, Tolichowki, Bandlaguda, Uppal, Kondapur, and Nagole – are currently operating under in-charge RTOs. These officers either spend merely one to two hours at these additional facilities or have arrangem-ents, where files are forwarded to their primary office.… Continue reading Full-time RTOs in short supply, files in bottleneck at five RTAs
97k vehicles registered in district in 2024: MVD data
Within Thiruvananthapuram district, the city recorded the highest registrations at 33,357 vehicles. Ernakulam district registered 97,052 new vehicles last year, according to data from the motor vehicles department. Thiruvananthapuram has topped Kerala’s vehicle registration charts in 2024, recording 97,501 new registrations, slightly ahead of Ernakulam’s. Ernakulam district showed strong numbers, with its city centre registering… Continue reading 97k vehicles registered in district in 2024: MVD data
MoEVing and Safexpress join hands for sustainable logistics solutions across India
Safexpress serves a wide range of sectors, such as Apparel & Lifestyle, Books & Periodicals, Healthcare, FMCG & Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Engineering, Hi-tech etc. MoEVing, an emerging leader in electric logistics, and Safexpress, India’s leading supply chain and logistics service provider, have joined forces in a strategic partnership. This alliance is designed to revolutionise India’s… Continue reading MoEVing and Safexpress join hands for sustainable logistics solutions across India
Mufin Green Infra and Exicom partner to enhance EV charging infrastructure
The collaboration aims to boost the growth of the EV sector in India by expanding charging infrastructure and providing scalable solutions. Mufin Green Infra Limited and Exicom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create end-to-end EV charging solutions in India. This partnership will combine Mufin Green Infra’s expertise in EV charging infrastructure development… Continue reading Mufin Green Infra and Exicom partner to enhance EV charging infrastructure
From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES
Honda and Sony Honda Mobility also spotlighted in-cabin features that drivers will soon encounter in their new EV lineup. Interior lighting aimed at reducing motion sickness. Shiny holographic dashboards displayed on windshields. And AI-powered voice assistants paired with infotainment systems to keep you company on long drives. Automakers pulled out all the stops to showcase… Continue reading From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES