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Vehicle safety set to take a huge step up in India

A few weeks ago, to be precise August 22, 2023 would be a day that the Indian auto industry will remember as a landmark date, with the government taking a major initiative of boosting vehicle safety in the country by launching the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme or BNCAP crash protocols for determining new car… Continue reading Vehicle safety set to take a huge step up in India

Vehicle safety set to take a huge step up in India

Slow and steady growth for India’s CV segment

The commercial vehicle (CV) segment, which is considered to be the barometer of economic activity, is likely to reach pre-pandemic volumes with modest growth in the range of two to four percent year-on-year during FY2024. However, the projected growth is relatively lower than the 7–10 percent growth that was forecast earlier in the year, after… Continue reading Slow and steady growth for India’s CV segment

Bull run for passenger carmakers in 2023

It’s no secret now that the frenzy for sports utility vehicles continues to drive the Indian passenger vehicle market to new highs. The Indian SUV segment for the first time touched a new peak of two million vehicles, helping the Indian car market post a record high for the second consecutive year as per industry… Continue reading Bull run for passenger carmakers in 2023

Ola Electric gets ARAI nod to qualify for eligibility certification under Auto PLI Scheme

IPO-bound Ola Electric, which is looking to raise Rs 5,500 crore through its initial public offer, has got the Ministry of Heavy Industries testing agency’s (ARAI’s) nod for meeting the 50 percent domestic value addition norms to qualify under the non-automotive investor (OEM) category of the government’s Rs 25,938 auto PLI scheme. A senior officer… Continue reading Ola Electric gets ARAI nod to qualify for eligibility certification under Auto PLI Scheme

Gujarat gears up for 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024

The Gujarat government announced on Saturday, 30 December, that more than 28 countries will be in attendance for the 10th edition of its Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, which is scheduled to take place from 10-12 January 2024. The event in Gandhinagar which serves as a platform for business leaders and investors, is expected to see… Continue reading Gujarat gears up for 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024

New Direction: Women truck drivers show the way

Women are driving change in the primarily male industry of trucking by establishing the standard for sustainability on the open road. Trucking has historically been linked with environmental challenges, such as high fuel use and pollutants. The current status quo is being challenged by a growing percentage of women truck drivers, who are taking the… Continue reading New Direction: Women truck drivers show the way

A case for last mile electrification

A recent visit to Delhi to attend an electric vehicle (EV) forum, confirmed the need to move away from conventional IC engine vehicles. An AQI above 380 is a clarion call towards electrification. Last mile delivery is one of the low hanging fruits that can be quickly electrified due to the favourable total cost of… Continue reading A case for last mile electrification