Details of the multi-billion dollar global plan was revealed by Skoda CEO KLauss Zellmer to a global audience. During the presentation Zellmer also unveiled Skoda’s Vision 7S concept, a seven-seater crossover along with a commitment to invest 5.6 billion euros in electric mobility and 700 million euros in digitalization respectively over the next five years. These… Continue reading Skoda commits to investing 5.6 billion euros in electric mobility and 700 million euros in digitalization as part of its global makeover
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Delays in MoRTH guidelines for BS VI CNG kits hurting retrofit business
Even as demand for CNG- (compressed natural gas) powered vehicles grows in India, the CNG retrofitting business is taking a hit. Having issued a draft proposal vide a notification on January 27, 2022 to allow fitment of CNG and LPG kits in BS VI vehicles which are less than 3.5 tonnes in gross vehicle weight (GVW), the… Continue reading Delays in MoRTH guidelines for BS VI CNG kits hurting retrofit business
Mahindra ramps up production to deliver 25,000 Scorpio Ns by end-November
Mahindra & Mahindra is fast ramping up production at its manufacturing plants to cater to surging demand for its popular models. The recently launched Scorpio N is one of them. The Scorpio N, which clocked a record 25,000 bookings in a minute and over 100,000 bookings in under 30 minutes on July 30, is now… Continue reading Mahindra ramps up production to deliver 25,000 Scorpio Ns by end-November
COMPETING WITH GRACE
picture sourced from freepik Call it patriotism or nationalism but these sentiments were on full display by two prominent brands on August 15 with electric being the common thread binding both. While Mahindra & Mahindra showcased its range at a glittering event in the UK, closer back home Ola Electric had a sneak preview of… Continue reading COMPETING WITH GRACE
Skoda unveils new logo, colours and brand identity
Skoda has unveiled its fresh logo – the eighth iteration – alongside its new Modern Solid design language. The Czech carmaker has created two versions: an updated take on its classic emblem and a wordmark. The historic emblem, which will only be used for communication and digital purposes, swaps the 3D design for a 2D effect, like… Continue reading Skoda unveils new logo, colours and brand identity
Sibros connects with Google Cloud to drive connected vehicle solutions to automakers
Connected vehicle platform company Sibros announced today that it has partnered with Google Cloud to bring flexible and intelligent connected vehicle-to-cloud solutions to automakers worldwide. As automakers navigate the complexities of vehicle software lifecycle management, they increasingly need deep data insights to understand product usage and deliver remote software updates that improve product safety, performance… Continue reading Sibros connects with Google Cloud to drive connected vehicle solutions to automakers
Siemens and Nissan digitalise production lines for Ariya EV
Siemens, a leading supplier in the field of automation and industrial software, has partnered Nissan to build production lines for the all-electric crossover Nissan Ariya at the company’s plant in Tochigi, Japan. Both companies build on their long-standing cooperation. Nissan had already been using the Siemens Digital Industries software portfolio to optimise design and production. End-to-end… Continue reading Siemens and Nissan digitalise production lines for Ariya EV
Apollo Tyres appoints Dipankar Ghosh as Group Head, HR
Apollo Tyres has appointed Dipankar Ghosh, who has leadership experience across FMCG, automobile and service industries, as its Group Head, Human Resources (HR) for the Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) region. Dipankar Ghosh, who has over 25 years of diverse experience in the domain of HR business partnering, strategic human resource initiatives, talent… Continue reading Apollo Tyres appoints Dipankar Ghosh as Group Head, HR
Hero Electric to set up R&D centre
Hero Electric, which is aggressively expanding both its manufacturing capacity as well as retail network to meet growing demand for electric two-wheelers, has announced plans to set up an R&D centre. The company says the aim is “to redefine standards for features, quality, safety, and technological innovations for its products.” According to Sohinder Gill, CEO… Continue reading Hero Electric to set up R&D centre
Keeway India launches V302C cruiser at Rs 389,000
Hungarian brand Keeway, owned by the Qianjiang (QJ) Group, has just launched its fourth product in India – the V302C bobber – priced from Rs 389,000 to Rs 409,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). Just like the smaller K-Light 250V, this motorcycle features a V-Twin engine configuration, which isn’t a common sight these days. The V302C is powered by a… Continue reading Keeway India launches V302C cruiser at Rs 389,000