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MoRTH mandates front passenger airbag in Indian cars from April 2021

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has notified mandatory provision of a co-driver airbag in all new passenger vehicles in India manufactured from April 2021. The move comes after the government agency had issued a draft notification in this regard in December last year. As per the notification, car manufacturers will now need… Continue reading MoRTH mandates front passenger airbag in Indian cars from April 2021

Industry, not policies, should decide the path of e-mobility: Dr Andy Palmer

Electrification is fast becoming the dominant force of change in the automotive industry the world over. And though the need for the shift towards electric mobility is undisputed, the ‘how’ and ‘when’ do throw up plenty of debate. At Autocar Professonal’s EV Forum, held on February 22-23, Dr Andy Palmer, Chairman, Switch Mobility and former… Continue reading Industry, not policies, should decide the path of e-mobility: Dr Andy Palmer

Experts at SIAM webinar discuss end-of-life vehicle recycling and Scrappage Policy

In light of the recent budget announcement on Vehicle Scrappage Policy and expectations on various policy regulations and notifications, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) hosted its 10th Lecture Series virtually on the theme of ‘Imperatives of ELV Recycling: Indian ELVs Guidelines & Basel Ban Amendment 2019’. With a focus on sustainable material management and… Continue reading Experts at SIAM webinar discuss end-of-life vehicle recycling and Scrappage Policy

Mahindra Automotive North America’s CEO to retire end-March

Richard Haas, president and CEO of Mahindra Automotive North America (MANA), is set to retire at the end of March 2021. In the interim, his role will be taken over by Viren Popli, who is CEO of Mahindra Agri North America . Haas, 61, will continue in an advisory capacity for the next few months… Continue reading Mahindra Automotive North America’s CEO to retire end-March

Pravaig Extinction MK-II: Green, clean and soon to be seen

Green. Mean. Seen. Electric vehicles by the nature of their operation are known to be ‘green’. They can be mean too, given that some accelerate from zero to 100kph quicker than their IC-engined brethren. And, there can be a luxury-quotient attached, which means they can be bold and beautiful in their persona too. There is… Continue reading Pravaig Extinction MK-II: Green, clean and soon to be seen

Trumpf to showcase new solutions at virtual in-house trade show

German technology company Trumpf will host ‘Intech’, its in-house trade show in a virtual format on March 22 and 23, 2021. The event will feature innovative products and technologies designed to make sheet-metal fabrication and laser technology more versatile. The event will bring virtual guided tours, live presentations and opportunities for customers and interested parties… Continue reading Trumpf to showcase new solutions at virtual in-house trade show

Bajaj Auto equips entry level Platina 110 with ABS

In a move aimed at safer mobility for motorcycle riders, who are amongst the most vulnerable to road crashes, Bajaj Auto has launched the new Platina 110 commuter motorcycle which, importantly, comes equipped with a segment-first ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). The new Platina 110-ABS is priced at Rs 65,920 (ex-showroom Delhi). As is known ABS braking… Continue reading Bajaj Auto equips entry level Platina 110 with ABS

FIA Foundation unveils Strategy 2030 for safe and sustainable mobility worldwide

As the international community embarks on a critical decade for sustainable development and the Climate, the FIA Foundation has finalised its plans to contribute to the global effort to meet the Sustainable Development Goals. At a meeting on March 3, the charity’s Board of Trustees signed off on the fine details of an initial five… Continue reading FIA Foundation unveils Strategy 2030 for safe and sustainable mobility worldwide