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“We are on the verge of the biggest product initiative in our history”: Markus Duesmann, CEO, Audi Group

“We are on the verge of the biggest product initiative in our history”: Markus Duesmann, CEO, Audi Group The Volkswagen-owned Audi Group is targeting to invest two-thirds of its Euro 43 billion investment in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and digitalisation by 2027, in continuation of its transformation into a sustainable connected premium mobility provider. “From… Continue reading “We are on the verge of the biggest product initiative in our history”: Markus Duesmann, CEO, Audi Group

Samvardhana Motherson eyes demand from off-highway vehicles, acquires cabin-making JV

Samvardhana Motherson eyes demand from off-highway vehicles, acquires cabin-making JV Samvardhana Motherson International (SAMIL) has acquired the remaining 50% stake of Fritzmeier Motherson Cabin Engineering from F Holdings GmbH, Austria for Rs 110.7 crore. Following completion of the transaction, Fritzmeier Motherson Cabin Engineering will become a wholly owned subsidiary of the company. The business is… Continue reading Samvardhana Motherson eyes demand from off-highway vehicles, acquires cabin-making JV

World’s largest rooftop panel installation underway at Falken Tyre’s Thailand plant

World’s largest rooftop panel installation underway at Falken Tyre’s Thailand plant The world’s largest rooftop solar panel installation on a single facility, measuring 100,000 square metres – the size of over 18 football pitches – is under construction for Falken at parent company, Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) factory in Thailand. Comprising 40,000 solar panels with a… Continue reading World’s largest rooftop panel installation underway at Falken Tyre’s Thailand plant

Yamaha invests in CO₂ removal biotechnology start-up

Yamaha Motor Co has announced today that it has made an investment in Andes Ag, Inc., a U.S.-based startup pursuing research into beneficial microorganism technologies to remove CO₂ from the air. This marks the first investment made through the $100 million Yamaha Motor Sustainability Fund established in June last year specifically for investing in early… Continue reading Yamaha invests in CO₂ removal biotechnology start-up

CNH Industrial bullish on farming methane energy, acquires UK’s Bennamann

CNH Industrial, the global agricultural and farm equipment major, is expanding its alternative fuel capabilities by taking a majority stake in Bennamann, a UK-based expert in solutions to capture, repurpose and store fugitive methane emissions for energy use. Due to its high energy density, liquefied methane (a natural gas) is much easier to store and… Continue reading CNH Industrial bullish on farming methane energy, acquires UK’s Bennamann

Maruti Suzuki begins displaying Jimny 5-door at Nexa showrooms

The five-door Jimny SUV, which has already garnered around 22,000 bookings since its global reveal at Auto Expo 2023 in January, has begun being showcased at Maruti Suzuki India’s premium Nexa showrooms. It is learnt that the Jimny will be displayed in a phased manner and each Nexa showroom will have the SUV on display… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki begins displaying Jimny 5-door at Nexa showrooms

India a Lynchpin to Skoda’s internationalisation plan, EVs part of future roadmap: Klaus Zellmer, CEO, Skoda Auto

India a Lynchpin to Skoda’s internationalisation plan, EVs part of future roadmap: Klaus Zellmer, CEO, Skoda Auto Klaus Zellmer, the CEO of Skoda Auto said India is a ‘lynchpin’ of the brand’s internationalisation strategy in the coming years and that it has become an important market for future growth with locally developed models, including electrification. … Continue reading India a Lynchpin to Skoda’s internationalisation plan, EVs part of future roadmap: Klaus Zellmer, CEO, Skoda Auto

Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG bookings open at Rs 25,000, launch expected soon

Maruti Suzuki has opened bookings for the CNG version of its popular compact SUV, the Brezza, at Rs 25,000, hinting that its launch is just around the corner. Deliveries are likely to begin after roughly three to four months. Maruti Suzuki first showcased the Brezza CNG at Auto Expo 2023 in January. When launched, the Brezza will be the… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG bookings open at Rs 25,000, launch expected soon

MG Comet EV based compact SUV to debut in 2025

The MG Comet electric city car is all set to create a lot of buzz at the lower end of the Indian EV market with its ultra-compact dimensions, boxy shape, three-door layout and long equipment list, with a launch likely in May 2023. However, it won’t stop there, as MG Motor India plans to spin more bodystyles off the… Continue reading MG Comet EV based compact SUV to debut in 2025