Skoda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian operations of five VW Group brands – Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has started accepting applications for the 11th batch of its Mechatronics programme. Once completed, high school graduates and workers displaced from low-skilled jobs who do the course will be equipped with new age skills.… Continue reading Skoda-VW invites applications for mechatronics course
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Delhi government to induct 1,500 electric and 450 CNG buses by September 2023
By 2024, Delhi will have 11,910 modern buses plying on its road, two-thirds of them electric. In what can be viewed as a huge boost to the electric mobility movement in India and the capital city, the Delhi government has given a nod for the induction of 1,500 low-floor electric buses by the Delhi Transport Corporation.… Continue reading Delhi government to induct 1,500 electric and 450 CNG buses by September 2023
Bosch transforms Adugodi HQ into a “smart” workplace
Bosch is expanding its artificial intelligence of things or Alot activities in India by transforming its headquarters in Adugodi, on the outskirts of Bengaluru, into a technologically enabled office that has been christened Spark.NXT. The new facility was inaugurated yesterday by the prime minister who described Bosch as a company that is “as much Indian as German”. Karnataka state… Continue reading Bosch transforms Adugodi HQ into a “smart” workplace
GKN launches next-gen inverter compatible with 800V EV technology
Drive systems company GKN Automotive has launched its next-generation inverter. GKN says it offers “OEMs the most advanced 800V electric vehicle technology available.” The upgraded product features a range of efficiency and lightweighting improvements to deliver market-leading performance and enhanced sustainability. The next-gen inverter, one of three modular elements of GKN Automotive’s leading eDrive platform,… Continue reading GKN launches next-gen inverter compatible with 800V EV technology
Scorpio-N will be next XUV700: Jejurikar
It was a firecracker of a launch with the company’s new body-on-frame platform offering, the Scorpio-N was rolled out at the company’s Chakan plant. Packed with a slew of features and the only three-row SUV below the Rs 25 lakh mark, will the “Big Daddy” end up cannibalising “Big Brother” XUV 700 with a waiting… Continue reading Scorpio-N will be next XUV700: Jejurikar
Maruti S-Presso scores three stars in GNCAP crash test, improves on previous zero rating
Global NCAP and the Automobile Association of South Africa yesterday released details of the latest result – the made-in-India Maruti S-Presso – for the #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign under its current test protocols (29 June). From July 1, 2022, the assessment protocols will be updated to include side impact, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and pedestrian protection requirements. The… Continue reading Maruti S-Presso scores three stars in GNCAP crash test, improves on previous zero rating
myTVS launches post-warranty service for cars
myTVS, a multi-brand car service provider has launch of a connected car platform, myTVS Life360 that will provide post-warranty services for passenger cars. The app, the company said, will provide an entire range of services for aftermarket. Customers will be able to avail an extensive and personalised experience and going forward the app will also act as a platform for used car sales along with leasing options. “The Super app is… Continue reading myTVS launches post-warranty service for cars
Fleet operators in fast lane
This picture is representational Fleet operators are likely to continue adding to their fleets this fiscal, steered by higher demand from road-freight-intensive sectors, and despite higher repayment burden arising from higher interest rates on loans. That is expected to lead to a 10-12 percent revenue growth for them this fiscal, says a report released by… Continue reading Fleet operators in fast lane
Sundaram Fasteners to sign orders worth Rs 200 crore for EV parts
Sundram Fasteners plans to invest about Rs 350 crore over a five year period for manufacturing of advanced automotive technology (ATT) components classified under the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme announced by the Government. The capex will be targeted components such as powertrain sub-assemblies for EVs and select ICE vehicles. The company has already been awarded contracts… Continue reading Sundaram Fasteners to sign orders worth Rs 200 crore for EV parts
Renesas partners with Tata Motors to accelerate semiconductor solutions
Renesas Electronics Corporation, a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions announced a strategic partnership with Tata Motors and Tejas Networks, both Tata Group companies, on the design, development and manufacturing of Renesas’ semiconductor solutions for enhancing innovation across electronics systems for the Indian and emerging markets. Renesas in a statement said that these joint endeavours extend the… Continue reading Renesas partners with Tata Motors to accelerate semiconductor solutions