Global Tier 1 supplier Visteon is on a roll in India. Following the debut of its cockpit technology in the new Hyundai Creta SUV in March this year, Visteon is also a supplier to the recently revealed and soon-to-be-launched Kia Sonet, the Korean carmaker’s third product in the Indian market. One of the highlights of the Sonet compact SUV, which… Continue reading Kia Sonet’s digital instrument cluster is a Visteon unit
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Sona Comstar to supply BLDC motor and controller to e-bike maker Revolt Motors
Gurgaon-based Sona Comstar, the Tier 1 supplier of bevel gears and the world’s largest component supplier of precision forged gears for differentials used in conventional commercial vehicles, is now making a foray into the electric vehicle (EV) segment. The company is strengthening its electrification drive and developing EV components ranging from BLDC (brushless DC) motors and… Continue reading Sona Comstar to supply BLDC motor and controller to e-bike maker Revolt Motors
Subhash Desai: ‘We are very keen to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing hub in Maharashtra.’
Even as the coronavirus pandemic continues, economic and industrial activities are gradually coming back on track. States are also strengthening their pitch to attract investments and grow their economies. Subhash Desai, Industries Minister, Maharashtra Government, speaks candidly about the state government’s latest initiatives to attract investments, sustaining interest from the automotive sector, creating an EV… Continue reading Subhash Desai: ‘We are very keen to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing hub in Maharashtra.’
Volta Zero electric freight truck launch on September 3
The Volta Zero is the world’s first purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne vehicle designed for inner-city freight deliveries Volta Trucks has confirmed that the full-electric Volta Zero will be revealed at an online launch event on Thursday, 3 September 2020. As the first purpose-built full electric large commercial vehicle designed specifically for inner city freight and parcel… Continue reading Volta Zero electric freight truck launch on September 3
CEAT Tyres enters roadside assistance business
CEAT Tyres, one of the leading tyre manufacturer in India has partnered Bangalore-based ReadyAssist as part of its Road Side Assistance (RSA) program to offer 24/7 roadside services to its customers. The tyre maker says the association is an addition to its existing business model and is an extension of the recently launched CEAT doorstep… Continue reading CEAT Tyres enters roadside assistance business
Hero Electric partners OTO Capital to bring subscription plan
Hero Electric has partnered OTO Capital, a vehicle leasing startup to provide consumers with affordable and flexible financing options to own their electric two-wheelers. The partnership will allow consumers to save up to 30 percent on their e-scooter by paying monthly OMIs (OTO monthly instalments) compared to other financing options in the market. The scheme… Continue reading Hero Electric partners OTO Capital to bring subscription plan
MG is first OEM partner for Zoomcar Mobility Services for subscriptions, more to join
In the fast evolving auto industry, MG Motor India is the latest to offer an alternate ownership model. The OEM has joined hands with personal mobility platform Zoomcar, to offer its vehicles on a subscription-based ownership model. Through this tie-up, MG Motor will leverage Zoomcar’s end-to-end technology solution for its vehicle subscription platform. The move… Continue reading MG is first OEM partner for Zoomcar Mobility Services for subscriptions, more to join
Continental to launch made-in-India Generation 6 tyres for passenger vehicles
Continental, the technology company and manufacturer of premium tyres, is bringing its range of Generation 6 tyres for passenger vehicles to India. The UltraContact UC6 and ComfortContact CC6 range of tyres are designed to handle challenging road conditions found across the country. According to Continental Tires, the UltraContact UC6 and ComfortContact CC6 have been designed… Continue reading Continental to launch made-in-India Generation 6 tyres for passenger vehicles
Etrio launches first certified retrofitted electric LCV at Rs 775,000
eTrio’s eLCV, which is powered with a lithium-ion battery of 20 kWH on a 96 V system, has a certified range of 120km. Telengana-based electric vehicle start-up eTrio today launched India’s first certified retrofitted electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV). eTrio’s eLCV, which is powered with a lithium-ion battery of 20 kWH on a 96 V system, has a certified… Continue reading Etrio launches first certified retrofitted electric LCV at Rs 775,000
Etrio launches first certified retrofitted electric LCV
Telengana based, electric vehicle start-up, eTrio launched the country’s first certified retrofitted electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV). With a production capacity of 5000 vehicles annually, the company’s 30,000 square feet manufacturing facility is based out of Hyderabad. eTrio’s eLCV is powered with a lithium-ion battery of 20 KWH on a 96 V system and has… Continue reading Etrio launches first certified retrofitted electric LCV