The International Centre for Automotive Technology (iCAT), the nodal vehicle homologation and development agency located in Manesar, Haryana, has commenced a new test laboratory at its premises. The centre has commissioned the ‘misuse-abuse testing’ for airbag-deployment algorithms to adapt these codes to work in Indian conditions, and prevent deployment of airbags inside a vehicle, in… Continue reading iCAT begins airbag ECU calibration testing
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Indian start-up develops 15-minute rapid charger for EVs
In the race for vehicle electrification, speedy EV charging is billed to be the game-changer when it comes to enabling the transition of ICE motorists to EVs. In the past fortnight or so, at least two global majors – ABB and Mahle Powertrain – have announced speedy EV charging. While ABB claims it has developed… Continue reading Indian start-up develops 15-minute rapid charger for EVs
ZF and Oxbotica to deploy autonomous passenger shuttles in major cities
ZF is expanding its expertise in the future field of autonomous driving. The global technology major has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Oxbotica, a global leader in autonomous vehicle software, to develop a Level 4 self-driving system which will initially be deployed in passenger shuttles in major cities around the world. ZF and Oxbotica… Continue reading ZF and Oxbotica to deploy autonomous passenger shuttles in major cities
Jaguar Land Rover India expands network with new showroom in Mumbai
Luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover India has opened a new showroom in Mumbai by its existing retailer Navnit Motors. The new facility, located at Kalina in Santa Cruz East, replaces the existing showroom of Navnit Motors in Andheri. The new showroom houses the Jaguar and Land Rover portfolio, including Jaguar’s first battery electric vehicle, the I-Pace. Apart… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover India expands network with new showroom in Mumbai
Nissan’s intelligent factory replicates ‘takumi’ skills at Tochigi plant
Nissan today unveiled a production line at its Tochigi Plant featuring the Nissan Intelligent Factory initiative. This initiative supports the manufacture of next-generation vehicles using innovative technologies and contributes to the realisation of carbon neutrality. Nissan also announced a roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 at its production plants around the world. Hideyuki Sakamoto,… Continue reading Nissan’s intelligent factory replicates ‘takumi’ skills at Tochigi plant
Damon Motors to manufacture HyperSport electric superbike in Vancouver
Vancouver-based Damon Motors has announced it will build a clean-tech manufacturing and R&D plant in Surrey, British Columbia. The state-of-the-art, 110,000 square foot facility, being developed in partnership with Bosa Commercial, will serve as ground zero for production of Damon’s flagship HyperSport. The company claims the HyperSport is “the world’s smartest, safest, fully electric motorcycle. “As… Continue reading Damon Motors to manufacture HyperSport electric superbike in Vancouver
Mercedes-Benz India sells 8,958 units in first nine months of 2021, drives past entire CY2020 sales
Luxury car market leader Mercedes-Benz India today announced one of its strongest quarterly sales performance ever – 4101 units – for the July-September 2021 period. This constitutes 99% year-on-year growth (Q3 2020: 2060; +99%) and has enabled Mercedes-Benz India to clock 8,958 units in the January-September 2021 period, backed by a completely new product portfolio… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India sells 8,958 units in first nine months of 2021, drives past entire CY2020 sales
Omega Seiki partners Exicom for its li-ion batteries
Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has partnered Exicom Tele-systems for lithium-ion batteries for its range of electric L5 cargo vehicles. Under the partnership, Exicom will supply its recently launched 10.8 kW fixed batteries that will provide a range of 120km on full charge and added features of real-time battery analytics, long lifecycle, environment protection and rugged design.… Continue reading Omega Seiki partners Exicom for its li-ion batteries
JK Tyre treads the tech talk
The semi-anaechoic chamber in the state-of-the-art NVH testing lab allows analyses of pass-by noise and noise inside a vehicle to optimise tyre design and performance. Innovation and research and development are essential mantras to transform products, processes and services. One Indian company which is putting its shoulder to the wheel of R&D is JK Tyre… Continue reading JK Tyre treads the tech talk
Mahle Powertrain develops battery concept for 90-second charging
Mahle’s new battery concept is designed for sustainable and designed for ultrafast charging. Mahle, the development partner and supplier to the automotive industry, is presenting its latest R&D projects at the Aachen Colloquium Sustainable Mobility which opened today. While five lectures will focus on technologies for battery EVs and fuel cells, one highlight is a… Continue reading Mahle Powertrain develops battery concept for 90-second charging