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Suzuki’s Access 125, Avenis and Burgman Street now OBD2 and E20 compatible

Suzuki has announced that the Access, Avenis and Burgman Street have been updated to comply with OBD-2 and E20 norms. The 125cc scooter range is Suzuki’s first set of two-wheelers to comply with the new norms that kick in from April 2023. Expect the motorcycles to follow suit shortly. E20 compliance enables them to run on… Continue reading Suzuki’s Access 125, Avenis and Burgman Street now OBD2 and E20 compatible

Yamaha begins using green aluminium in Japanese motorcycles

Yamaha Motor Co has announced today that it has reached an agreement with an aluminium ingot supplier for the procurement of green aluminium, and began using it as a raw material for parts in Yamaha motorcycles in February 2023. This is the first time that green aluminium will be used in Japanese motorcycles and Yamaha… Continue reading Yamaha begins using green aluminium in Japanese motorcycles

Yachiyo to localise sunroof on Honda’s upcoming midsize SUV for India

Japanese sunroof systems supplier Yachiyo India Manufacturing, which is a key supplier to Honda Cars India (HCIL), is set to localise the single-pane sunroof setup on the Japanese OEM’s upcoming midsize SUV slated for launch later this year. Honda’s new SUV for India was recently snapped testing. While Honda Cars India’s long-awaited SUV (Codename: 3US)… Continue reading Yachiyo to localise sunroof on Honda’s upcoming midsize SUV for India

Kia teases upcoming EV9 SUV ahead of March 15 unveiling

Kia Corporation today unveiled a set of video clips to tease its upcoming Kia EV9, the brand’s dedicated battery electric SUV. The Kia EV9 flagship SUV, which is slated for a global reveal on March 15, is set to accelerate the company’s transformation into a sustainable mobility solutions provider in the era of electrification. The… Continue reading Kia teases upcoming EV9 SUV ahead of March 15 unveiling

Kia teases upcoming EV9 SUV ahead of March 15 unveiling

Car and SUV sales surpass 300,000 units for eighth time in 11 months of FY2023

India’s passenger vehicle growth story has continued its march in February 2023. At 317,905 units, which constitute the wholesale numbers released by eight carmakers (see data table below), the industry has driven past the 300,000-unit mark for the eighth month in the first 11 months of the ongoing fiscal year. The festive month of September… Continue reading Car and SUV sales surpass 300,000 units for eighth time in 11 months of FY2023

TVS Motor total sales down 2% in February at 276,150 units

Two and three-wheeler company TVS Motor on Wednesday reported a 1.97 percent decline in the total sales of 276.150 units in February. The company posted 281,714 units in the same month a year ago, as per a release. Total two-wheeler sales were also marginally down at 267,026 units last month, as against sales of 267,625… Continue reading TVS Motor total sales down 2% in February at 276,150 units

iX Energy converts Tata 407 LCV into an EV

iX Energy, a clean energy startup, has developed an innovative technology solution to convert the popular and reliable Tata 407 LCV into an EV without compromising on performance and robustness. Key Features Fast Charging Gradeability Same as Base Vehicle. IP 67 rated water and dust proof drive parts Advanced battery cooling system for safer operations… Continue reading iX Energy converts Tata 407 LCV into an EV

iX Energy converts Tata 407 LCV into an EV

‘India is and will continue to play a significant role for BorgWarner going forward’: Christopher Lanker, BorgWarner

‘India is and will continue to play a significant role for BorgWarner going forward’: Christopher Lanker, BorgWarner India is at the center of BorgWarner’s global strategy and the Tier 1 supplier has made strong inroads in the Indian internal combustion engine (ICE) market and also the electric vehicle (EV) space. In this exclusive interview, Christopher… Continue reading ‘India is and will continue to play a significant role for BorgWarner going forward’: Christopher Lanker, BorgWarner