Delhi government to rollback VAT hike on diesel

This move was a long time coming. Earlier this year on May 5, the Delhi state government had decided to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) on the retail of petrol and diesel in the national capital, in order to compensate for the loss of revenue during the nation-wide lock-down. As a result, while the… Continue reading Delhi government to rollback VAT hike on diesel

Hero Electric partners Autovert Technologies to introduce subscription-based financing plans

Hero Electric, a leading two- and three-wheeler electric vehicle maker has partnered Bangalore-based fintech start-up Autovert Technologies for seamless alternative ownership models for Hero Electric’s new customers. Under this partnership, Autovert will allow Hero Electric customers to avail for subscription-based plans for an all-inclusive price at the time of a new purchase. The all-inclusive subscription… Continue reading Hero Electric partners Autovert Technologies to introduce subscription-based financing plans

Kia Motors India releases official sketches of production-ready Sonet

A week before the global reveal on August 7, Kia Motors India today released some more sketches of the interior and exterior of its upcoming Sonet compact SUV. The interior has been revealed for the first time. The production-ready Kia Sonet has a distinctive and dynamic design, as well as many first-in-segment features. First showcased at… Continue reading Kia Motors India releases official sketches of production-ready Sonet

Ceat Q1 muted, cost control limit margin contraction

Ceat, an RPG Group company, clocked a consolidated net loss of Rs 35 crore in Q1FY2021 as against a net profit of Rs 82.2 crore in Q1FY2020. On a consolidated basis, the company’s revenue for Q1 stood at Rs 1,120 crore down from Rs 1,752.10 crore a year ago. The EBITDA margins bettered analysts’ expectations on… Continue reading Ceat Q1 muted, cost control limit margin contraction

Rapido introduces back shield for added protection

Bike taxi platform Rapido, announced the introduction of ‘Rapido Back Shields’ as an added safety measure. The shields will be worn by the drivers during rides preventing any contact with the customer on the pillion seat. Keeping the recent pandemic in mind, the new shield is a first of its kind safety measure by a… Continue reading Rapido introduces back shield for added protection

PSA Group reveals plan for new electric platform for larger vehicles

The new eVMP platform will serve as the basis for a wide range of electric vehicles for the C- and D- segments. The PSA Group has revealed plans for a new electrified eVMP platform that will underpin its larger vehicles from 2020 onwards as it moves towards a fully electrified line-up. The French giant, whose… Continue reading PSA Group reveals plan for new electric platform for larger vehicles

SEAT  to increase localisation, shorten component supply chain

SEAT gathered 60 of its main suppliers in Spain and associations such as ANFAC (the Spanish Association of Car and Truck Manufacturers), Sernauto (the Spanish Association of Automotive Suppliers) and ACICAE and CIAC (automotive clusters in the Basque Country and Catalonia, respectively) today in a virtual meeting to present its strategy for the future. After… Continue reading SEAT  to increase localisation, shorten component supply chain

Durr’s new business intelligence app helps keep an eagle eye on plant performance

Durr, one of the world’s leading mechanical and plant engineering firms with extensive expertise in automation and digitalisation / Industry 4, has announced a new business intelligence application for control technology. DXQbusiness.intelligence saves information optimised for reading in a separate data warehouse, visualises it using clear dashboards, and allows the user to create custom reports.… Continue reading Durr’s new business intelligence app helps keep an eagle eye on plant performance

Hyundai registers robust demand for second-gen diesel Creta

Hyundai Motor India (HMI), which introduced the second-generation Creta SUV in the Indian market earlier this year in March, is registering strong demand for the diesel powertrain in the new model. The company is offering the Creta in 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre diesel and a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine options, and says that so far the… Continue reading Hyundai registers robust demand for second-gen diesel Creta