Bidens rules sought to prod automakers to build a rising number of EVs to comply, but would not have forced an immediate end to gas-powered vehicles. President Donald Trump on Wednesday proposed slashing fuel economy standards that former President Joe Biden had finalized last year, in a push to make it easier for automakers to… Continue reading Trump proposes slashing Biden’s fuel economy rules to make it easier for carmakers to sell ICE vehicles
Author: Economic Times of India Online News
The rising trend of hyper-personalised luxury cars
Another executive noted that an eminent industrialist in Pune bought three top-end luxury cars, one for each family member. Real estate developer Nitin Bagadia relived the excitement of buying his first small hatchback years ago when he drove his new BMW electric vehicle — worth over ₹2 crore — from the city to his hometown… Continue reading The rising trend of hyper-personalised luxury cars
500 vehicles seized & over 3 lakh challans issued in November
Cops also launched a Google Maps initiative this month, where people can now see the speed limits on Noida roads. Over 3.3 lakh challans were issued and 514 vehicles were seized by the traffic police this Nov, as it observed a traffic safety month. A total of 147,364 challans —nearly 44.5per cent —were issued to… Continue reading 500 vehicles seized & over 3 lakh challans issued in November
Auto sector momentum likely to continue into 2026: Dipan Mehta
He added that the standout performers included Maruti Suzuki, M&M, and TVS Motors, highlighting that operating profit margins are likely to improve due to better operating leverage and benign raw material costs. The latest auto sales numbers have left investors optimistic, as industry experts point to strong growth driven by recent GST cuts. Dipan Mehta,… Continue reading Auto sector momentum likely to continue into 2026: Dipan Mehta
US Postal Service using 2,600 EVs for mail deliveries
USPS also said in the letter it has acquired 26,000 internal combustion vehicles as it works to replace its aging vehicle fleet, including 2,600 of the next-generation gas-powered Oshkosh vehicles The US Postal Service is currently using more than 2,600 electric vehicles for mail deliveries, the agency said in a letter to Congress reviewed by… Continue reading US Postal Service using 2,600 EVs for mail deliveries
Amnesty scheme hits legality bump
Improper parking is the most common offence, accounting for 7.2 lakh challans, though only 27,000 were settled. Out of the 4.2 lakh challans for helmetless riding, a mere 5,100 were paid. Delhi govt’s amnesty plan to offer relief to people with pending transport and traffic challans has hit a roadblock. Officials said the proposal, which… Continue reading Amnesty scheme hits legality bump
Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag
Overall sales of the Detroit automaker in the month slipped nearly 1 per cent to 164,925 units from a year earlier. Ford Motor Co and Hyundai Motor on Tuesday reported marginal declines in US auto sales in November, as sales of electric vehicles fizzled following the end of tax credits. Demand for electric vehicles has… Continue reading Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag
More charge of EV light brigade
An ambitious goal of 30 per cent EV penetration by 2030 requires a 44x scale-up of charging stations – from 30,000 to 1.32 mn – in less than 5 years. Faced with low-voltage sales, Tesla is reportedly planning to set up home charging units, superchargers in major metros, and chargers at malls and hotels. Yes,… Continue reading More charge of EV light brigade
CAFE-3 row intensifies as SIAM opposes stiff emission targets, warns of industry distress
On changes proposed in the revised CAFE 3 draft over super credits for EVs and FCEVs, SIAM has pointed out that these are not “aligned with the government’s focus on these technologies”. New Delhi: Indian OEMs are a divided lot over whether small cars should be allowed more lenient emission caps versus larger cars, but… Continue reading CAFE-3 row intensifies as SIAM opposes stiff emission targets, warns of industry distress
Mumbai enforces GRAP 4 as AQI dips: Key curbs and how they differ from Delhi
At present, Mumbai has 662 AQI monitoring devices at construction sites, with another 251 being installed; about 400 of these are linked to a unified dashboard. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has begun enforcing GRAP-4 restrictions as air quality in Mumbai continues to deteriorate. GRAP categorises air quality into six levels — good (0–50), satisfactory… Continue reading Mumbai enforces GRAP 4 as AQI dips: Key curbs and how they differ from Delhi