The Hector is the first car to be exported by MG Motor India, to Nepal. Two-and-a-half years after beginning manufacturing operations at its Halol plant in Gujarat, MG Motor India has commenced exports. The Hector SUV is the first made-in-India product from the carmaker to be shipped overseas, to Nepal, which will be retailed by… Continue reading MG Motor India begins export journey with Nepal, eyes UK and South Africa
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Yanfeng reveals production-ready ‘zero gravity’ seat
Global supplier Yanfeng has revealed the Zero Gravity Seat, a new, production-ready seat technology. The company says it has combined its interiors, safety, electronics, and seating expertise in an all-new ergonomic seating design. With the new seat, Yanfeng is showcasing how the company leverages its capabilities and engineering expertise based on end-user insights and automaker… Continue reading Yanfeng reveals production-ready ‘zero gravity’ seat
Volkswagen Group secures deal with Vulcan Group for ‘CO2-free’ lithium
The Volkswagen Group has agreed a major deal for a supply of “CO2-free” lithium hydroxide for use in cells from 2026, as part of a series of partnerships it has reached to boost its EV battery technology. Wolfsburg has secured a five-year agreement with the Vulcan Group for a supply of battery-quality lithium hydroxide, sourced from… Continue reading Volkswagen Group secures deal with Vulcan Group for ‘CO2-free’ lithium
Motherson invests in 15-minute EV charging tech start-up Exponent Energy
Exponent Energy, an electric vehicle charging tech start-up, has got $5 million (Rs 37 crore) in pre-series A round of funding from existing investors YourNest VC; 3one4 Capital, AdvantEdge VC and new participation from Tier 1 supplier Motherson Group. Bangalore-based Exponent Energy, an energy solutions start-up, has announced the development of a battery pack and… Continue reading Motherson invests in 15-minute EV charging tech start-up Exponent Energy
Honda Cars scales down operations with another VRS round
Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) is clearly going lean and mean on its workforce front. The Japanese automaker recently carried out its third VRS (voluntary retirement scheme) exercise in September 2021, which saw nearly 100 executives above the assistant manager level opting for it. According to top sources, the VRS largely focused on senior management personnel… Continue reading Honda Cars scales down operations with another VRS round
Hyundai Mobis develops 90-deg rotating wheel
Hyundai Mobis has developed next-generation automobile wheel technology which allows 90-degree rotation parking and in-place rotation. It is also essential for making PBVs (Purpose Built Vehicles). The e-corner module, which integrates the steering, braking, suspension and driving systems into a wheel, shifts the paradigm of an automobile to use the mechanical axis to connect the… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis develops 90-deg rotating wheel
Lexus showcases hydrogen-powered ROV concept
Luxury vehicle manufacturer Lexus has revealed a new ROV (recreational off-highway vehicle) Concept. The hydrogen-powered vehicle offers near-zero emissions driving combined with extreme off-road capability. The ROV design team has developed a vehicle that would look good in all kinds of natural environments. The car bears all the hallmarks of an off-road vehicle, with exposed… Continue reading Lexus showcases hydrogen-powered ROV concept
Honda to make swappable EV batteries in India, sets up sharing service subsidiary
A month after it announced plans to begin a battery sharing service for electric rickshaws in India, in the first half of 2022, using its all new portable and swappable batteries christened ‘Honda Mobile Power Pack e:’, Honda has set up an India subsidiary. Honda Power Pack Energy India, Honda’s new subsidiary for battery sharing… Continue reading Honda to make swappable EV batteries in India, sets up sharing service subsidiary
Thomas Schafer: ‘India 2.5 is an initial idea but maybe it has a 3.0 and a 4.0’
On October 14, the Volkswagen Group gave Skoda Auto full charge for developing the Group’s existing MQB-A0 Global Platform. The move comes on the heels of Skoda’s specially adapted MQB-A0-IN platform for the Indian market. Skoda is drawing on its high level of development expertise, ability to coordinate complex Group projects and experience in entry-level… Continue reading Thomas Schafer: ‘India 2.5 is an initial idea but maybe it has a 3.0 and a 4.0’
Mercedes-Benz partners Factorial Energy to develop solid-state battery tech
L-R: Markus Schafer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG and Siyu Huang, co-founder and CEO of Factorial Energy. En route towards a fully electric future, Mercedes-Benz is joining forces with US-based Factorial Energy to jointly develop next-generation battery technology with the aim of testing prototype cells as early as… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz partners Factorial Energy to develop solid-state battery tech