The difference in financing terms is important. Financiers and dealers acknowledge, unofficially, that EV financing is lower than ICE loans even within the same automotive brand. Buying a car or two wheeler on loan is easy these days with attractive and plenty of financing options. But the case is not the same when it comes… Continue reading How financing is turning out to be a bigger roadblock for EVs
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Sokudo Electric launches new helmet line for riders
Sokudo ladies helmet New Delhi: Sokudo Electric India has introduced a new line of full-face helmets in black, catering to both male and female riders. Priced at INR 949 for men and INR 1,017 for women, these ISI-certified helmets are designed to prioritize rider safety and comfort. The company’s goal is to capture 2-3% of… Continue reading Sokudo Electric launches new helmet line for riders
Auto sector sees resilient two-wheeler growth amidst mixed performance in PVs and CVs for June 2024
Projections for FY25 indicate an anticipated growth rate of 11% for two-wheelers, 5% for both PVs and CVs, and 4% for tractors. Wholesale volumes across various segments of the automobile industry in June 2024 are anticipated to reflect a subdued trend, primarily attributed to the absence of wedding dates, according to Anand Rathi report. Analysts… Continue reading Auto sector sees resilient two-wheeler growth amidst mixed performance in PVs and CVs for June 2024
Nitin Gadkari endorses NHAI plan on Global Navigation Satellite System-based tolling
Nitin Gadkari To provide a seamless and barrier-free tolling experience for motorists on national highways, NHAI subsidiary Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL) organised a day-long international workshop in New Delhi on Tuesday to discuss the rolling out of a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) based Electronic Toll Collection in India. Union Minister for Road… Continue reading Nitin Gadkari endorses NHAI plan on Global Navigation Satellite System-based tolling
Rupee to focus on index inclusion, currency futures expiry
Meanwhile, the rupee is expected to be supported all through this week amid expectations of dollar inflows from India’s inclusion into the JPMorgan emerging market debt index on June 28. The Indian rupee is expected to open largely unchanged on Wednesday, focussing on the expiry of monthly currency futures and the upcoming inclusion of Indian… Continue reading Rupee to focus on index inclusion, currency futures expiry
How to improve transport infrastructure in Indian cities
While vehicle-specific information is available through the VAHAN database, the challenge lies in ascertaining vehicles that are plying in the city and their travel patterns. New Delhi: The Government of India is emphasising the need to decarbonise road transport, and low-emission zones (LEZs), geographically defined areas where the operation of highly polluting motorised vehicles is… Continue reading How to improve transport infrastructure in Indian cities
‘Father’ of China EV industry calls for investment talks with EU
“China is already part of the global market so there won’t be a consensus for erecting trade barriers,” Wan said at the World Economic Forum’s Summer Davos event in Dalian, China. “Many countries in the EU oppose the action.” The former government minister considered the father of China’s electric car industry has called for China… Continue reading ‘Father’ of China EV industry calls for investment talks with EU
Audio Interview: Mexico Legal Challenges and Opportunities: Notary Perspectives
Ron Hesse speaks with Rodrigo Quiñones Illades In the 9-minute Audio Interview, Mr. Rodrigo Quiñones Illades discusses these questions: What is a Notary in Mexico? How is a Notary assigned, and how does it differ from Notaries in (for example) the US (or other countries)? Are notary advisors as well? Do they have clients, and… Continue reading Audio Interview: Mexico Legal Challenges and Opportunities: Notary Perspectives
Bajaj Auto opens its new manufacturing plant in Brazil; expands global reach
Published On Jun 26, 2024 at 11:34 AM IST Read by: 100 Industry Professionals Read by 100 Industry Professionals The first phase concentrated on sourcing, assembly, and testing of Dominar models, expanding later to include other product lines. Bajaj Auto, the world’s leading manufacturer of 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers, has inaugurated its new manufacturing plant in… Continue reading Bajaj Auto opens its new manufacturing plant in Brazil; expands global reach
No justification to charge toll if roads are in disrepair: Nitin Gadkari
Nitin Gadkari Echoing the sentiment of many highway commuters, Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said there is no justification of highway agencies charging toll, if roads are not in good condition and people continue to face problems. He was speaking at a global workshop on satellite-based tolling, which will be rolled out… Continue reading No justification to charge toll if roads are in disrepair: Nitin Gadkari