Jaguar Land Rover will continue to invest in diesel technology as it ramps up plans to electrify its model line-up and develop a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Product engineering boss Nick Rogers said, in light of the coronavirus pandemic: “We really believe that customers will be focused on being cleaner, safer and smarter than ever… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover remains bullish on diesel powertrains
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Motherson Sumi board approves group reorganisation
The Motherson Sumi Systems(MSSL) board has approved a group reorganisation plan with the objective of creating value for the shareholders. The reorganisation aims to simplify corporate structure for growth of businesses across product portfolios within auto components space and allied operations. The reorganisation plan approved by the respective boards of MSSL and Samvardhana Motherson International… Continue reading Motherson Sumi board approves group reorganisation
Kia Motors India sells 7,275 units in June, readying to launch Sonet compact SUV
Kia Motors India has announced that it has sold 7,275 units, comprising 7,114 Seltos SUVs and 161 Carnival MPVs, in June 2020, indicating a path of recovery in a challenging market and business environment. On June 1, the Korean carmaker launched the refreshed Seltos, which now comes with 10 novel features, encompassing safety, convenience, connectivity… Continue reading Kia Motors India sells 7,275 units in June, readying to launch Sonet compact SUV
India grows in stature as an R&D hub for German companies
Chancellor Dr Angela Merkel, together with a German delegation, visited Continental’s Manesar facility on November 2, 2019. India and Germany have had historic ties and in fact, trade between the two countries spans over 500 years and remains a basis for strong economic and business ties. If one goes just by numbers, Germany continues to… Continue reading India grows in stature as an R&D hub for German companies
Suzuki’s new Across is Toyota RAV4-based SUV
Suzuki has revealed the new Across as a hybridised family SUV based on the Toyota RAV4, following a recent agreement between the two manufacturers to collaborate on selected models. It’s the first car to emerge from the strategic alliance and gives an indication of how the two firms will seek to differentiate their own versions of shared… Continue reading Suzuki’s new Across is Toyota RAV4-based SUV
Commercial vehicle sales down 84% in Q1, OEMs brace for difficult FY2021
The Indian commercial vehicle (CV) segment has been one of the worst affected segments in the domestic market. If Q1 FY2020 sales numbers are anything to go by, the segment which has been for long been considered the barometer of an economy, is now set to witness one of its worst periods ever. Tata Motors,… Continue reading Commercial vehicle sales down 84% in Q1, OEMs brace for difficult FY2021
India car sales in June down 54% but much improved over May
Finally, a full month of sales for India Auto Inc. After a washed-out April and a truncated May, June 2020 saw OEMs and their dealers function, in different states of readiness, for the entire month. Understandably, given the ongoing pandemic, some states still in lockdown mode, depressed consumer sentiment and vehicle logistics still to shape… Continue reading India car sales in June down 54% but much improved over May
Hyundai Motor India sells 21,320 units in June
Hyundai Motor India (HMI) today announced overall sales of 21,320 units in the domestic market in June across India. The company also reported exporting 5,500 units to key markets abroad which include the Middle-East, South Africa and Latin America. While the June 2020 sales numbers are 50 percent lower compared to its sales in June… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India sells 21,320 units in June
Maruti Suzuki India sells 51,274 units in June, improves on May numbers
Passenger vehicle market leader Maruti Suzuki India has reported improved numbers in June compared to May. It has posted total sales of 51,274 units in the domestic market in June 2020. On a year-on-year basis, the June sales numbers are down 54 percent compared to June 2019 when the car maker clocked sales of 111,014 units. Maruti… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki India sells 51,274 units in June, improves on May numbers
Land Rover Defender expands model range with new commercial model
Land Rover will revive the Hard Top name for the forthcoming commercial version of the new Defender, with the firm promising the new machine will offer “a unique combination of cargo space, practicality and comfort”. The Hard Top moniker was first used by the British brand in 1950, when a removable roof was introduced for the Series… Continue reading Land Rover Defender expands model range with new commercial model