International diplomats and automotive executives from India, Japan, and Europe are urgently seeking meetings with Chinese officials to accelerate approval processes for rare earth magnet exports, as severe shortages threaten to halt global supply chains, sources told Reuters. According to Reuters sources, a Japanese business delegation is scheduled to visit Beijing in early June for… Continue reading Global Industries Push Beijing for Faster Rare Earth Magnet Export Approvals: Reuters
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Former Kia India Employees Under Investigation for Large-Scale Engine Theft: Reuters
Two former employees of Kia India are currently under investigation for allegedly orchestrating the theft of 1,008 engines from the company’s manufacturing facility over a three-year period, according to police investigation documents obtained by Reuters. The stolen engines, valued at approximately $2.3 million, were sourced from Hyundai, Kia’s sister company. While the monetary value may… Continue reading Former Kia India Employees Under Investigation for Large-Scale Engine Theft: Reuters
From Browsing to Buying: AI Redefines the Automotive Journey
Today’s automotive customers are no longer satisfied with static websites, limited chatbots, or slow responses. The digital consumer demands immediacy, personalized engagement, and context-aware interactions at every touchpoint. This is what Agentic AI represents—artificial intelligence that acts autonomously, proactively engages customers, and provides an entirely new customer experience paradigm. But what exactly is Agentic AI,… Continue reading From Browsing to Buying: AI Redefines the Automotive Journey
Hyundai Expands Alcazar Line-up with New Diesel Corporate and Petrol DCT Variants
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced the introduction of two new variants to its Alcazar range. The expansion includes a new Corporate variant in the diesel line-up and a 7-speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) option in the entry-level Prestige petrol variant. The ex-showroom prices for the updated variants are ₹17,86,700 for the Alcazar Corporate… Continue reading Hyundai Expands Alcazar Line-up with New Diesel Corporate and Petrol DCT Variants
India Launches First Solar-Powered EV Charging Station with Second-Life Batteries
India has launched its first solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station integrated with second-life battery storage at Galamma Circle near Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The initiative is part of a pilot project under the Green Urban Mobility Innovation Living Lab, supported by GIZ India, BESCOM, and the Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT), under the… Continue reading India Launches First Solar-Powered EV Charging Station with Second-Life Batteries
Ather Rizta Crosses 1 Lakh Sales Mark Within a Year of Launch
Ather Energy Limited, an Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has announced that its family scooter, the Rizta, has achieved a retail sales milestone of over 1 lakh units within a year of its market debut. Introduced in April 2024 and available for purchase from June 2024, the Rizta has played a role in expanding Ather’s reach,… Continue reading Ather Rizta Crosses 1 Lakh Sales Mark Within a Year of Launch
Terra Charge and AAI Launch EV Charging Station at Agartala Airport
Terra Charge, a charging point operator (CPO) and original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has inaugurated an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport in Agartala, Tripura. This initiative is in partnership with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and aims to improve EV infrastructure in the Northeast region. The launch event was… Continue reading Terra Charge and AAI Launch EV Charging Station at Agartala Airport
Tata Motors Bets on Harrier EV with AWD, 600+ Km Range to Revive Sliding EV Market
Tata Motors on Tuesday launched the Harrier EV, its most advanced electric SUV to date, as it seeks to revive momentum amid declining EV market share and rising competition from Mahindra and JSW MG Motor. Launched at a starting price of Rs 21.4 lakh (ex-showroom), the Harrier EV is very competitively priced, becoming India’s… Continue reading Tata Motors Bets on Harrier EV with AWD, 600+ Km Range to Revive Sliding EV Market
Tata to Launch Avinya EV Brand in 2027, Begins Shift to Radical Design and Gen 3 Architecture
Tata Motors is preparing to launch its premium EV brand, Avinya, in 2027, marking a strategic pivot toward radical design, next-gen EV architecture, and premium electric mobility. The confirmation came from Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd, during the launch of the Harrier EV on Tuesday. “Radical styling will debut with… Continue reading Tata to Launch Avinya EV Brand in 2027, Begins Shift to Radical Design and Gen 3 Architecture
IESA Recommends Policy Framework to Accelerate Energy Storage Adoption Ahead of IESW 2025
In the lead-up to India Energy Storage Week (IESW) 2025, the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) has proposed a comprehensive policy and regulatory framework to the government, aimed at accelerating the adoption of energy storage systems across the country. The recommendations are intended to support India’s target of meeting 50% of its electricity demand from… Continue reading IESA Recommends Policy Framework to Accelerate Energy Storage Adoption Ahead of IESW 2025