Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari is to launch the much-awaited Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) on August 22, 2023. This programme is a significant step forward in the government’s commitment to improve road safety through raising the safety standards of motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes in India. The… Continue reading Bharat NCAP to be launched on August 22
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Renault India plots hybrid models as part of multi-powertrain strategy
French car maker Renault at working at top speed on a plan to localise hybrid powertrains in the future for the India market. This move is part of its multi-powertrain strategy to penetrate the growing Indian passenger vehicle market, Interestingly, Renault, which decided to exit the diesel engine market, does not foresee big potential for CNG.… Continue reading Renault India plots hybrid models as part of multi-powertrain strategy
NTPC begins hydrogen bus trail runs in Leh
Integrated energy company NTPC has begun trials of an intra-city hydrogen bus operation in Leh on a trial basis. This is India’s first-ever deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses on public roads. The first hydrogen bus reached Leh on August 17, 2023 as part of a three-month-long process of field trials, roadworthiness tests and other statutory… Continue reading NTPC begins hydrogen bus trail runs in Leh
NTPC begins hydrogen bus trail runs in Leh
Integrated energy company NTPC has begun trials of an intra-city hydrogen bus operation in Leh on a trial basis. This is India’s first-ever deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses on public roads. The first hydrogen bus reached Leh on August 17, 2023 as part of a three-month-long process of field trials, roadworthiness tests and other statutory… Continue reading NTPC begins hydrogen bus trail runs in Leh
Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July
India’s electric vehicle market is headed towards another record-breaking year in 2023 and has raced past 800,000-unit sales in the first seven months of the year. The two- and three-wheeler sub-segments have been the movers and shakers of India EV Inc, given their affordability index compared to their much more expensive four-wheeled passenger vehicle and… Continue reading Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July
Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July
India’s electric vehicle market is headed towards another record-breaking year in 2023 and has raced past 800,000-unit sales in the first seven months of the year. The two- and three-wheeler sub-segments have been the movers and shakers of India EV Inc, given their affordability index compared to their much more expensive four-wheeled passenger vehicle and… Continue reading Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July
Michael Perschke joins Goldstone Technologies’ Board
Goldstone Technologies (GTL), a pioneering Indian company specialising in business intelligence, data analytics and EV Technology supported by AI, has appointed Michael Perschke to its board. Perschke has served as CEO and Board Member of Ǫuantron AG, a German provider of clean battery and hydrogen-powered e-mobility solutions for commercial vehicles, and his appointment marks a milestone in… Continue reading Michael Perschke joins Goldstone Technologies’ Board
Mumbai HC to hear GM Workers’ Plea challenging Talegaon plant closure on 22 August
Even as Hyundai Motor India and General Motors India have entered into an asset purchase agreement for the Talegaon plant, the protesting Workers’ Union is expected to continue its legal battle and seek continuity of employment under the new owners. Autocar Professional learns the Workers’ Union has challenged the Industrial Court’s verdict to clear the… Continue reading Mumbai HC to hear GM Workers’ Plea challenging Talegaon plant closure on 22 August
ZF’s algorithm for greener mobility offers up to 8% more range in real-world driving
Assist systems such as adaptive cruise control can not only make driving more comfortable, but also enable energy savings and increase electric range through more efficient driving strategies. ZF has developed a predictive adaptive cruise control (ACC), ZF Eco Control 4 ACC, that enables up to eight percent more range. A core component of this… Continue reading ZF’s algorithm for greener mobility offers up to 8% more range in real-world driving
ZF’s algorithm for greener mobility offers up to 8% more range in real-world driving
Assist systems such as adaptive cruise control can not only make driving more comfortable, but also enable energy savings and increase electric range through more efficient driving strategies. ZF has developed a predictive adaptive cruise control (ACC), ZF Eco Control 4 ACC, that enables up to eight percent more range. A core component of this… Continue reading ZF’s algorithm for greener mobility offers up to 8% more range in real-world driving