Auto Expo finally made its comeback, JVs were signed, milestones passed, and at Autocar, we got busy breaking records. Here are key auto industry highlights from 2023, in no specific order. Show Stoppers After skipping an edition due to Covid-19, the biennial Auto Expo made its comeback, but not with a bang, more a whimper. Still, Expo… Continue reading Auto news that shaped 2023
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Tata Motors bags 1350 bus chassis order from UP State Road Transport Corporation
Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer won an order from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to supply 1,350 units of the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis. Developed for intercity and long-distance travel, the Tata LPO 1618 conforms to BS6 emission protocols, and offers best-in-class total cost of ownership (TCO), the… Continue reading Tata Motors bags 1350 bus chassis order from UP State Road Transport Corporation
Tata Motors bags 1350 bus chassis order from UP State Road Transport Corporation
Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer won an order from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to supply 1,350 units of the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis. Developed for intercity and long-distance travel, the Tata LPO 1618 conforms to BS6 emission protocols, and offers best-in-class total cost of ownership (TCO), the… Continue reading Tata Motors bags 1350 bus chassis order from UP State Road Transport Corporation
CM Yogi reviews draft on Green Hydrogen Policy, UP govt to release it soon: ANI
In view of the issues of climate change and global warming, CM Yogi Adityanath has given instructions to implement the Green Hydrogen Policy to encourage clean and green energy production sources in the state, as per a press release issued by the Chief Minister’s office, ANI reported. On reviewing the draft policy, the chief Minister… Continue reading CM Yogi reviews draft on Green Hydrogen Policy, UP govt to release it soon: ANI
Mercedes-Benz India GLS facelift on January 8, 2024
Mercedes-Benz India has announced the launch of the GLS facelift on January 8, 2024, marking the start of the German brand’s launch spree in the coming year. Prices for Merc’s refreshed flagship SUV will be announced at the end of the brand’s Annual Press Conference 2024, which starts at 12:30pm. Mercedes-Benz GLS facelift: what’s new?… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India GLS facelift on January 8, 2024
ARAI awards Tata Motors first PLI auto certificate in M3 category
ARAI awarded the first PLI-AUTO certificate to Tata Motors in the M3 Category for their 12m long Fully Built Bus, TATA STARBUS 4/12 EV, including both AC and Non-AC variants. This recognition confirms the conformity of their vehicle model. Category M3 refers to a motor vehicle designed for carriage passengers with a maximum Gross Vehicle… Continue reading ARAI awards Tata Motors first PLI auto certificate in M3 category
Kia to launch three models in India by FY24 end
Kia is gearing up to launch three new models in the country by the end of 2024, and will also showcase a new sub-4-metre model for India before the year is out. The carmaker will reveal the price of the refreshed Sonet compact SUV, bring in its flagship EV9 EV and launch the new-gen Carnival… Continue reading Kia to launch three models in India by FY24 end
Porsche India to launch 4 models next year
Porsche India celebrated the iconic brand’s 75th anniversary with great aplomb by hosting more than a few events, announcing sales highs and even helping us break a record. The German brand also launched the Cayenne facelift, the 911 S/T and the all-new Panamera, and is planning to add four more cars to its portfolio in 2024. Here’s what to expect, and… Continue reading Porsche India to launch 4 models next year
Three Toyotas with carbon-neutral fuel, hydrogen engine, and HEV complete 10-hour endurance race
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced that it participated in the Idemitsu Super Endurance Southeast Asia Trophy 2023 (Thailand 10-hour Endurance Race) held on December 22-23 at Thailand’s Chang International Circuit. The Japanese car maker competed with a three-vehicle setup for Rookie Racing featuring the ORC Rookie GR86 CNF concept, a GR86 running on carbon-neutral fuel,… Continue reading Three Toyotas with carbon-neutral fuel, hydrogen engine, and HEV complete 10-hour endurance race
Mahindra XUV700 drives past 150,000 sales in 29 months
The XUV700, Mahindra & Mahindra’s flagship SUV has notched a new milestone: 150,000-unit sales in the domestic market. Launched on August 14, 2021, the XUV700 has taken 29 months or a little over two years to achieve this big number. This Mahindra model had surpassed the 100,000-units mark in 21 months since launch, with the… Continue reading Mahindra XUV700 drives past 150,000 sales in 29 months