Hero MotoCorp reveals first EV, targets global leadership by 2025

In a livestream at the company’s 10th anniversary celebrations, Hero MotoCorp chairman Dr Pawan Munjal showcased the company’s upcoming electric scooter, which looks to be near-production-ready. The world’s largest petrol-engine two-wheeler manufacturer is betting big on electric mobility. Hero MotoCorp, which has completed 10 years after the split with Honda Japan, has announced plans to… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp reveals first EV, targets global leadership by 2025

​Anand Mahindra: Environment and business goals are closely interlinked

Climate change is upon the world and how. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has issued a warning that human-induced climate change is already affecting many weather and climate extremes in every region across the globe.  UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the Working Group’s report is nothing less than “a code red for humanity,” adding that the internationally-agreed threshold of… Continue reading ​Anand Mahindra: Environment and business goals are closely interlinked

Ather Energy shares charging connectors with other EV makers

In a move aimed at democratisation of EV charging, Ather Energy will offer its  proprietary fast-charging connector to other electric two-wheeler manufacturers. The move is aimed at reduce consumer range anxiety by allowing all scooters to access Ather Energy’s over 200 fast chargers, but also allow more OEMs to build products on a common standard thus… Continue reading Ather Energy shares charging connectors with other EV makers

Log 9 Materials raises Rs 63 crore in Series A+ Funding led by Amara Raja Batteries

Bangalore-based advanced battery-tech start-up Log 9 Materials has raised $8.5 million (Rs 63 crore) in Series A+ Funding round, which was led by Amara Raja Batteries (ARBL). The start-up says ARBL’s investment in Log 9 Materials is a part of the ‘Energy & Mobility’ strategy announced by the Amara Raja in June, which focuses on… Continue reading Log 9 Materials raises Rs 63 crore in Series A+ Funding led by Amara Raja Batteries

MG Motor India expands Gloster range with 7-seater variant

MG Motor India has added a seven-seater variant to its MG Gloster range. At Rs 37.28 lakh for the top-end Savvy variant, the seven-seat Gloster’s pricing is the same as the existing Savvy six-seat variant. Other than the bench seat in the middle row for an extra seat, the rest of the vehicle remains the same… Continue reading MG Motor India expands Gloster range with 7-seater variant

IOCL introduces doorstep diesel delivery service in Mumbai

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has started doorstep delivery of diesel in Mumbai and adjoining areas in partnership with Humsafar India and Okara Fuelogics. Humsafar is an app-based doorstep diesel delivery service for farmers, housing societies, hotels, hospitals, malls, construction sites, industries, banquets, and other bulk diesel buyers. Okara Fuelogics is a newly formed company by Okara… Continue reading IOCL introduces doorstep diesel delivery service in Mumbai

Mahindra reveals new logo for future SUVs, starting with XUV700

Mahindra & Mahindra today unveiled its new visual identity including a brand-new logo that will differentiate its SUV portfolio. The company says the all-new visual identity “is in tune with the company’s focus to be makers of sophisticated and authentic SUVs.” The upcoming XUV700 will be the first vehicle to wear the ‘Twin Peaks’ logo,… Continue reading Mahindra reveals new logo for future SUVs, starting with XUV700

July sales up but semiconductor shortage could chip away at PV sales: FADA

The monthly vehicle retail sales data announced by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) indicate that July 2021 sales are 28 percent higher compared to June 2021 at 15,56,777 vehicles (June 2021 retail sales: 1,217,151 vehicles)  According to FADA, the increase in demand in the commercial vehicles, especially the M&HCV segment is primarily on… Continue reading July sales up but semiconductor shortage could chip away at PV sales: FADA

Audi India launches RS 5 Sportback at Rs 1.04 crore

Audi India has launched the Audi RS 5 Sportback performance sedan in India, priced at Rs 1.04 crore, ex-showroom. The car comes with a sleek four-door coupe roofline, Matrix headlamps, dynamic turn indicators and 19-inch alloy wheels. There’s also a panoramic sunroof on offer, black alcantara seats and Audi’s Virtual Cockpit Plus and MMI Navigation… Continue reading Audi India launches RS 5 Sportback at Rs 1.04 crore