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Government considers legal action against electric 2-wheeler manufacturers for FAME II non-compliance: PTI

The government is exploring legal options against electric two-wheeler companies for not complying with the FAME II scheme norms, according to a senior government official, PTI reported. The centre has sought Rs 469 crore from seven electric two-wheeler makers, for claiming incentives but not adhering with the FAME II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric… Continue reading Government considers legal action against electric 2-wheeler manufacturers for FAME II non-compliance: PTI

Government considers legal action against electric 2-wheeler manufacturers for FAME II non-compliance: PTI

Government to refrain from making six airbags mandatory in cars

The Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Nitin Gadkari, has announced that there is no need to mandate six airbags in cars after the implementation of the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme or BNCAP protocols. The BNCAP regime, which is slated to come into effect on October 1, 2023, demands six airbags as… Continue reading Government to refrain from making six airbags mandatory in cars

Tata Motors launches ‘Truck Utsav’ to showcase its advanced mobility solutions

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced the launch of ‘Truck Utsav’ – a unique customer engagement initiative. Truck Utsav is aimed at raising awareness of its latest vehicles and mobility solutions, showcasing innovative and technologically-advanced trucks with unique value-added services. Truck Utsav will be held in Delhi, Faridabad, Gurugram, Bengaluru, Jaipur and Chennai, among others.… Continue reading Tata Motors launches ‘Truck Utsav’ to showcase its advanced mobility solutions

Tata Motors launches ‘Truck Utsav’ to showcase its advanced mobility solutions

India’s fossil fuel imports set to surge, warns Nitin Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari, the Union minister of road transport and highways, expressed concerns about India’s growing reliance on fossil fuel imports. He highlighted that the country’s import bills for fossil fuels are projected to exceed Rs 25 lakh crore within the next five years, a significant increase from the current Rs 16 lakh crore. Gadkari emphasised… Continue reading India’s fossil fuel imports set to surge, warns Nitin Gadkari

India’s automotive exports set to surge as government pursues free trade agreements

In a bid to propel India’s automotive industry onto the global stage, the government has embarked on a strategic mission to secure free trade agreements (FTA) with several nations. This move is expected to significantly enhance the exports of automobiles and related components from the country, opening up new avenues for growth and expansion. During… Continue reading India’s automotive exports set to surge as government pursues free trade agreements

Tesla to source US$1.7 to 1.9 billion worth of auto parts from India in 2023, says Piyush Goyal

US car maker Tesla is planning to source US$1.9 billion worth of auto components as part of its global sourcing plan, said Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister for Commerce & Industry, Government of India. This is 90% higher than the US $1 billion sourcing that the US EV specialist procured from India. There is an… Continue reading Tesla to source US$1.7 to 1.9 billion worth of auto parts from India in 2023, says Piyush Goyal