Tata Motors rolls out 200,000th Punch 20 months after launch

Tata Motors today rolled out the 200,000th Punch compact SUV from its Pune plant. The 200,000-unit production milestone comes just 20 months after the carmaker launched the Punch in October 2021. The rapid pace of production is a result of accelerated demand for the youngest model in Tata Motors’ ‘New Forever’ range.  From launch through… Continue reading Tata Motors rolls out 200,000th Punch 20 months after launch

5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued orders against top five e-commerce platforms for selling car seat belt alarm stopper clips in regard to the violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. According to the official statement, the clips compromise the life and safety of consumers by stopping the alarm beep when the seat… Continue reading 5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued orders against top five e-commerce platforms for selling car seat belt alarm stopper clips in regard to the violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. According to the official statement, the clips compromise the life and safety of consumers by stopping the alarm beep when the seat… Continue reading 5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued orders against top five e-commerce platforms for selling car seat belt alarm stopper clips in regard to the violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. According to the official statement, the clips compromise the life and safety of consumers by stopping the alarm beep when the seat… Continue reading 5 e-commerce giants to stop selling seat belt alarm stopper clips: Central Consumer Protection Authority

Hyundai i20 facelift revealed ahead of India launch

Hyundai has released the first set of pictures and details of the refreshed i20 that will go on sale in Europe soon. The India launch of the i20 facelift, however, is still some time away, according to sources. The current-gen i20 went on sale overseas in mid-2020, but it was launched in India towards the end of the year.… Continue reading Hyundai i20 facelift revealed ahead of India launch

Toyota Glanza sells over 100,000 units since launch

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s premium Glanza hatchback has driven past the 100,000-unit sales milestone in the domestic market. The Glanza is intrinsically the rebadged Baleno, which Maruti Suzuki India manufactures at Suzuki Motor Corp’s plant in Gujarat for Toyota Kirloskar Motor. Launched on June 8, 2019, the Glanza has, till end-March 2023, sold a total of… Continue reading Toyota Glanza sells over 100,000 units since launch

Kia and Kakao Mobility partner for ride hailing service using PBVs

Kia Corporation and Kakao Mobility, South Korea’s leading mobility as a service (MaaS) platform service company, today announced a collaboration to develop purpose-built vehicles (PBVs) optimized for ride-hailing and new mobility services linked to PBVs.  Under the agreement, Kia will develop customised PBVs using operation data of vehicles to meet the specific requirements of Kakao Mobility’s… Continue reading Kia and Kakao Mobility partner for ride hailing service using PBVs

Eicher Motors’ turnover scales US$ 4 billion in FY23, Company to invest Rs 1,000 crore in FY24

In a bid to cater to the growing demand for its Royal Enfield motorcycles and commercial vehicle business, Eicher Motors intends to invest over Rs 1,000 crore in FY24.  The company will invest Rs 1,000 crore for Royal Enfield’s expansion of its portfolio and diversification of its electric vehicle business. Separately, the company’s commercial vehicle… Continue reading Eicher Motors’ turnover scales US$ 4 billion in FY23, Company to invest Rs 1,000 crore in FY24

Pricol reiterates use of legal and financial measures against Minda Corp’s “hostile takeover” attempt

Coimbatore-headquartered Pricol Ltd (Pricol) has reiterated its use of all possible legal and financial means to maintain control over the company and prevent what it believes is a ‘hostile takeover attempt’ by Minda Corporation. The Indian automotive industry was in for a surprise, with Minda Corporation’s recent decision to acquire a 15.7% stake worth Rs… Continue reading Pricol reiterates use of legal and financial measures against Minda Corp’s “hostile takeover” attempt

Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 20,000 crore to develop EV ecosystem in Tamil Nadu

Hyundai Motor India (HMI) has revealed its extensive long-term investment strategy in the state of Tamil Nadu. The Chennai-based Korean car maker aims to expand its presence in electric vehicles and enhance vehicle platforms by allocating Rs 20,000 crore over a phased 10-year period from 2023 to 2032. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was officially… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 20,000 crore to develop EV ecosystem in Tamil Nadu