Stellantis this month swiftly re-hired retired executive Timothy Kuniskis to lead Ram, one of its most important brands. Steered by Chairman John Elkann, Stellantis, owner of 14 brands including Fiat, Jeep and Ram, is acting swiftly to dismantle the legacy of its former CEO and repair relations with dealers, industry partners, governments and workers. Carlos… Continue reading Stellantis swiftly reshapes strategy under Elkann after Tavares exit
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US Supreme Court to hear dispute over California tailpipe emissions, EV standards
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit threw out the lawsuits in April, finding that Valero and the states lacked the necessary legal standing to bring their claims. The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Friday to hear a bid by fuel producers to challenge California’s standards for vehicle emissions and electric… Continue reading US Supreme Court to hear dispute over California tailpipe emissions, EV standards
Italy ready to work with Stellantis if jobs and plants are preserved, says Meloni
Italian politicians repeatedly accused Tavares of neglecting historic manufacturing sites and moving production abroad. The Italian government is willing to work with Stellantis NV on the carmaker’s future strategy provided it keeps jobs and factories in the country, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Sunday. “We evaluate the economic cases on their own merits,” Meloni… Continue reading Italy ready to work with Stellantis if jobs and plants are preserved, says Meloni
Enforcement drive launched to deal with abandoned vehicles
Out of that, four districts, including Angul, Sambalpur, Deogarh, and Jharsuguda, reported 135 accidents due to ‘hit from back,’ resulting in 67 fatalities. State transport department on Sunday launched a special enforcement drive to tackle the growing problem of unauthorised parking and abandoned vehicles on roads. The drive aims to reduce accidents caused by collisions… Continue reading Enforcement drive launched to deal with abandoned vehicles
Indian rupee to face renewed pressure as US yields climb
This week, the focus will be on the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision due on Wednesday. The Indian rupee, having witnessed slight relief late last week, is likely to come under renewed strain on Monday on the back of a further rise in U.S. Treasury yields. The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicate that the rupee will… Continue reading Indian rupee to face renewed pressure as US yields climb
DEWA offers over 740 charging points across Dubai to support growing EV adoption
Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) now provides a network of more than 740 electric vehicle (EV) Green Charger points across Dubai, supporting the emirate’s steady growth in electric vehicle adoption, which exceeded 34,970 in October 2024. Customers can conveniently locate these charging stations via DEWA’s website, smart app, and 14 other digital platforms.… Continue reading DEWA offers over 740 charging points across Dubai to support growing EV adoption
ARAI revs up for auto sector’s future, retools itself for a new era of testing electric vehicles
It is an entity few other than genuine motorheads have heard of. But it has an impact on pretty much every vehicle that is driven on Indian roads. ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India) is the organisation mandated with making sure the vehicles you buy in India meet standards. From Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment… Continue reading ARAI revs up for auto sector’s future, retools itself for a new era of testing electric vehicles
Charge Zone’s Pritesh Kumar passes away at 46, leaving auto industry shocked
Updated On Dec 15, 2024 at 05:32 PM IST Read by: 100 Industry Professionals Read by 100 Industry Professionals Pritesh Kumar Pritesh Kumar, Director of Business Development at Charge Zone, passed away on Friday, December 13, following a cardiac arrest. He was part of the ETAuto EV Conclave 2024 just three days prior and the… Continue reading Charge Zone’s Pritesh Kumar passes away at 46, leaving auto industry shocked
China’s Baidu, Geely say ‘huge changes’ in EV landscape behind cuts
It was unclear how many employees would be affected, but Baidu and Geely vowed to help resolve payment issues “as soon as possible”. Chinese tech titan Baidu and car giant Geely on Friday blamed “huge changes” in the EV industry for sudden staffing and operations cuts at their joint electric auto venture this week. “Due… Continue reading China’s Baidu, Geely say ‘huge changes’ in EV landscape behind cuts
Wardwizard Innovations expands e3W and high speed scooter portfolio to boost e-mobility
Joy e-bike Nemo Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Limited (WIML), an electric vehicle manufacturer, launched new electric three-wheelers and a high-speed electric scooter. The company introduced passenger and commercial three-wheeler models under the Joy e-rik brand and the “Nemo” scooter under the Joy e-bike brand. WIML aims to provide sustainable mobility solutions with advanced technology and… Continue reading Wardwizard Innovations expands e3W and high speed scooter portfolio to boost e-mobility