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Apollo Tyres to manufacture high-performance Vredestein car radials in India

India’s Apollo Tyres, which has widespread operations spanning five manufacturing facilities in India and two overseas in Hungary and Netherlands, has revealed that it is set to commence local manufacturing of the ‘Vredestein’ brand of tyres in the country. In 2009, Apollo had acquired Netherlands-based Vredestein, which is one of the oldest tyre manufacturing companies… Continue reading Apollo Tyres to manufacture high-performance Vredestein car radials in India

Mahindra & Mahindra sees robust demand for the tractor industry this year

The coronavirus pandemic has ensured that year 2020 will be remembered by all. For Hemant Sikka, who took on the role of president – farm equipment sector, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) on April 1, there are a couple of more reasons. The seasoned professional took on the new role, with a problem that he isn’t… Continue reading Mahindra & Mahindra sees robust demand for the tractor industry this year

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 5,386 units in July, plots entry into compact SUV market this year

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has sold a total of 5386 units in July 2020, registering 40% month-on-month growth in wholesales (June 2020: 3,866) but down 48% year  on year (July 2019: 10,423). The big news though is that the Japanese carmaker has confirmed plans to enter India’s compact SUV market, a segment which is seeing robust… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 5,386 units in July, plots entry into compact SUV market this year

Hyundai drives closer to recovery with sales of 38,200 units in July

Hyundai Motor India, the country’s second-largest carmaker by sales volumes, has announced sales of 38,200 units in July, which a marks 2% year-on-year decline (July 2019: 39,010 units), albeit on a low base. Compare July’s performance to June 2020 (21,320 units) and last month’s numbers indicate 79% month-on-month growth. According to Tarun Garg, director, Sales,… Continue reading Hyundai drives closer to recovery with sales of 38,200 units in July

Maruti Suzuki sells 97,768 units in July, gets back into growth mode

Finally, there’s some good news for India Auto Inc and the passenger vehicle industry. Market leader Maruti Suzuki India has reported domestic market sales of 97,768 units in July 2020, up 1.3% year on year (July 2019: 96,478). While this is marginal growth but the fact is it marks the return of the carmaker, which is… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki sells 97,768 units in July, gets back into growth mode

Autocar Professional’s August 1 edition is a South India Industry Special

The southern states of India are collectively one of the leading and busiest automotive hubs in the country. Clearly defined industrial policies, talented workforce and a growing OEM and supplier  ecosystem, coupled with strategic geographical and infrastructure advantages like well-laid- out roads, railways and ports, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are driving gains. And Karnataka… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s August 1 edition is a South India Industry Special

GM and EVgo to add 2,700 fast chargers across the USA

General Motors and EVgo plan to triple the size of the USA’s largest public fast charging network by adding more than 2,700 new fast chargers over the next five years, a move set to help accelerate widespread electric vehicle adoption. The two companies will add fast charging stations to cities and suburbs, unlocking new EV… Continue reading GM and EVgo to add 2,700 fast chargers across the USA

NGK develops lithium-ion battery with operating temperature up to  105deg C

NGK Insulators has announced that it has successfully raised the maximum operating temperature of its coin-type ‘EnerCera Coin’ lithium-ion battery up to 105 degrees Celsius. This is the operating temperature demand for electronic components. Sample shipments are currently underway, with mass production scheduled to begin in September 2020. In December 2019, NGK developed the world’s… Continue reading NGK develops lithium-ion battery with operating temperature up to  105deg C