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Magna to begin manufacturing Fisker Ocean SUV from November 2022

Electric vehicle manufacturer has signed a binding agreement supporting manufacturing with Magna International Inc. Along with the previously signed agreements on electric vehicle (EV) platform sharing and ADAS package, today’s news finalises the framework established between the two companies beginning in October 2020. Fisker and Magna also confirmed that production of the all-electric Fisker Ocean… Continue reading Magna to begin manufacturing Fisker Ocean SUV from November 2022

Bosch to supply fuel-cell components to Daimler Truck and Volvo Group JV

Fuel cells are finding their way onto the roads around the world. Bosch has won a major order for electric air compressors with integrated power electronics. These compressors govern the fuel-cell system’s oxygen supply. Bosch has signed a long-term agreement with cellcentric, the 50:50 joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, to supply this… Continue reading Bosch to supply fuel-cell components to Daimler Truck and Volvo Group JV

Renault Nissan runs flourishing parts export business from India

Biju Balendran, MD, RNAIPL: “Around 3,912 parts including seats, mufflers and steel parts are currently exported. We also export stamping parts to Egypt and Russia and bumpers to Egypt.” The Renault Nissan Alliance’s connect with India goes beyond the massive 480,000 vehicles per annum plant in Oragadam, Chennai, which also has a engine and gearbox… Continue reading Renault Nissan runs flourishing parts export business from India

Growing demand for EVs in India to impact supply chain dynamics

Electrification has emerged as one of the key megatrends and mature markets like Europe and China are taking significant steps to transition their vehicles to the electric era. In fact, Europe targets reducing emission by at least 55 percent by 2030 as part of the EU’s broader goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. India is behind the curve… Continue reading Growing demand for EVs in India to impact supply chain dynamics

Volvo Cars teams with SSAB for using fossil-free steel in auto industry

Volvo Cars is teaming up with Swedish steel maker SSAB to jointly explore the development of fossil-free, high-quality steel using Hybrit technology for the automotive industry. As part of the collaboration, Volvo Cars will be the first car maker to secure SSAB steel made from this technology and will be used for testing and for… Continue reading Volvo Cars teams with SSAB for using fossil-free steel in auto industry

Maxxis Tyres expands network to 3,000 outlets, to add 200 dealers in FY2022

Tyre manufacturer Maxxis India has announced plans to expand its dealer network by 5-7% by the end of this fiscal. The company added over 800 dealerships during the pandemic in FY2021, mainly with a view to enhance customer accessibility and the company’s footprint in rural India. At present, Maxxis has a total of over 3,000… Continue reading Maxxis Tyres expands network to 3,000 outlets, to add 200 dealers in FY2022

Toyota introduces doorstep delivery of spare parts in India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has introduced its ‘Door Delivery’ service in India, in a first-of-its-kind initiative to seamlessly supply genuine spare parts to its customers. The new initiative will allow Toyota customers to either opt for a pickup parts ordered online from their nearest dealership or get them home delivered. The TKM statement mentioned that… Continue reading Toyota introduces doorstep delivery of spare parts in India

Will Guenter Butschek stay on at Tata Motors?

With barely a fortnight to go before Guenter Butschek wraps up this term as MD & CEO of Tata Motors, it remains to be seen if an extension is on the anvil. This becomes especially relevant when a replacement has not been identified yet for the top job. Tata Motors had earlier announced that former… Continue reading Will Guenter Butschek stay on at Tata Motors?

Continental, Elektrobit to enable integration of Amazon’s Alexa for OEMs

The highly integrated hardware-software solution will enable OEMs to fast-track adding an industry-leading customised voice experience to their vehicles. German Tier 1 supplier Continental and German Software major Elektrobit have announced a significant advancement in automotive embedded voice experiences: the first in-vehicle integration of Alexa Custom Assistant, a comprehensive solution that lets automakers access Alexa’s… Continue reading Continental, Elektrobit to enable integration of Amazon’s Alexa for OEMs

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