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Lexus uses intelligent navigation tech to improve fuel and emissions efficiency

Luxury carmaker Lexus has announced development and introduction of ‘Predictive Efficient Drive’, a new technology that helps improve the performance of its hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric systems, reducing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. The system analyses driving habits and real-time traffic information to maximise energy recovery and electrified driving. With the help of… Continue reading Lexus uses intelligent navigation tech to improve fuel and emissions efficiency

KPIT Technologies expects to grow by 27–30% in FY24 on back of robust business visibility for next 3-5 years

KPIT Technologies expects to grow by 27–30% in FY24 on back of robust business visibility for next 3-5 years KPIT Technologies, a software-driven solutions provider for car and truck manufacturers, reported revenue of US$418 million (Rs 3447.246 crore) during FY23, a 27.4% increase from the previous year. The company expects revenue growth to be between… Continue reading KPIT Technologies expects to grow by 27–30% in FY24 on back of robust business visibility for next 3-5 years

Hyundai Motor Group and SK On to set up EV battery cell plant in the US

Hyundai Motor Group has announced its plan to set up an electric vehicle (EV) battery cell production joint venture in the US with partner SK On. In November 2022, the Group signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SK On to secure EV battery supply for North America. The total investment amount for the joint… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Group and SK On to set up EV battery cell plant in the US

Hyundai Motor Group and SK On to set up EV battery cell plant in the US

Infineon-Schweitzer develop chip embedding solution to increase EV range, cut system cost

Infineon-Schweitzer develop chip embedding solution to increase EV range, cut system cost Semiconductor major Infineon Technologies and Schweizer Electronic AG have collaborated to increase the efficiency of silicon carbide (SiC)-based chips. The two companies are developing a chip-embedding solution that embeds Infineon’s 1200V CoolSiC chips directly into the PCB, which will increase the driving range… Continue reading Infineon-Schweitzer develop chip embedding solution to increase EV range, cut system cost

Kia global sales rise 12% to 768,251 units in Q1 2023, India share 10%

Kia Corporation has announced global sales of 768,251 units in the 2023 first-quarter (January-March 2023), up 12% year on year (Q1 2022: 685,738 units). Quarterly revenue was KRW 23.69 trillion with an operating profit of KRW 2.87 trillion, an increase of 29.1% and 78.9% respectively. Kia also recorded a net profit of KRW 2.12 trillion,… Continue reading Kia global sales rise 12% to 768,251 units in Q1 2023, India share 10%

In Conversation with Log 9 Materials’ Akshay Singhal

Battery technology startup Log 9 Materials has opened India’s first local lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and has also announced multiple partnerships. The company’s founder talks about the future roadmap in this interaction. Battery-technology startup Log 9 Materials which is anticipating a boom in India’s EV market, is gearing to fulfill vehicle manufacturers’… Continue reading In Conversation with Log 9 Materials’ Akshay Singhal

In Conversation with Log 9 Materials’ Akshay Singhal

All-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed, India launch by H2 of 2024

Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps off the sixth-generation E-Class sedan that will go on sale internationally in the coming months. The new E-Class is one of Mercedes’ last dedicated internal combustion engine models before it goes electric only. The new sedan also grows in size over the previous model offering a larger interior. 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class powertrain options,… Continue reading All-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed, India launch by H2 of 2024