Magna, a global leader in mobility technology, has announced a program in collaboration with Nvidia to integrate the Nvidia DRIVE AGX platform within the company’s next generation of advanced technology solutions. The next-generation Nvidia DRIVE AGX Thor system-on-a-chip (SoC), which runs the safety-certified DriveOS operating system and is built on the Blackwell GPU architecture, consolidates… Continue reading Magna and Nvidia to develop AI-driven next-gen automotive technologies
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‘Small EV Players Will Survive Too’ – Jitendra EV
Jitendra New EV Tech Pvt Ltd, an emerging electric two-wheeler manufacturer from Nashik, is banking on product portfolio diversification, dealership expansion, strong after-sales service, and technological innovation to position itself as a serious contender in the Indian market. Currently, India’s e-two-wheeler sector comprises 220 original equipment manufacturers, of these, top four players—Ola Electric, TVS Motor,… Continue reading ‘Small EV Players Will Survive Too’ – Jitendra EV
Indian Superbike League Launched to Expand Motorcycle Racing in India
The Indian Superbike League (ISBL) was officially launched in Mumbai, introducing a new platform for professional motorcycle racing in the country. Sanctioned by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), the league aims to expand India’s motorsports ecosystem and provide a structured pathway for riders. The inaugural season is set to take place… Continue reading Indian Superbike League Launched to Expand Motorcycle Racing in India
Kia India Implements Price Increase Across Vehicle Range
Kia India announced today it will implement a price increase of up to 3% across its entire product lineup effective April 1, 2025, attributing the adjustment to rising commodity prices and escalating supply chain costs. Hardeep Singh Brar, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kia India, stated the company is committed to providing… Continue reading Kia India Implements Price Increase Across Vehicle Range
Porsche Opens New Showroom in Bengaluru, Showcasing All-Electric Macan EV
Bengaluru-based VST Supercars Pvt. Ltd., the official dealer for Porsche in Karnataka, has opened a new showroom in Whitefield. The 3S facility (Sales, Service, and Spare Parts) aims to enhance customer accessibility, offer world-class service, and provide a personalized ownership experience. The showroom features the all-new Macan EV, Porsche’s latest all-electric SUV. The facility was… Continue reading Porsche Opens New Showroom in Bengaluru, Showcasing All-Electric Macan EV
Autocar Professional’s March 15, 2025 Edition is out!
As software becomes the new measure of performance, this issue captures how traditional barriers to entry are falling away and creating new avenues for women in engineering, R&D, and innovation. Despite these positive developments, progress remains slow. Women represent just 10% of the automotive manufacturing workforce, lagging behind other sectors like IT-enabled services (36%) and… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s March 15, 2025 Edition is out!
India in The Race to Be Among Mercedes-Benz Maybach’s Top 5 Markets: Daniel Lescow
Mercedes-Benz’s ultra-luxury division Maybach views India as a strong contender to enter its top five global markets. Daniel Lescow, Head of Mercedes-Maybach at Mercedes-Benz Group AG highlighted the immense potential of the Indian market, emphasizing its rapid expansion and evolving customer base. Speaking about Maybach’s growing footprint in India, Lescow noted that the brand experienced… Continue reading India in The Race to Be Among Mercedes-Benz Maybach’s Top 5 Markets: Daniel Lescow
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Concludes Women’s Day Events, Highlights Workforce Inclusivity
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) recently concluded its International Women’s Day 2025 celebrations with two events focused on inclusivity and increasing women’s representation in the automotive industry. Held at the company’s manufacturing facility in Bidadi on March 12 and March 16, the events saw participation from over 700 women employees. On March 12, a session… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Motor Concludes Women’s Day Events, Highlights Workforce Inclusivity
Honda to Buy Batteries from Toyota’s US Plant to Avert Tariff Risks: Report
Honda Motor will purchase batteries for its hybrid vehicles from Toyota Motor’s plant USA, in a bid to curtail tariff risks under the Trump Administration, Reuters reported citing the Nikkei newspaper. Nikkei said that from fiscal 2025, Honda will use Toyota’s batteries manufactured in the USA for roughly 400,000 vehicles, which will be enough for… Continue reading Honda to Buy Batteries from Toyota’s US Plant to Avert Tariff Risks: Report
Eicher Trucks and Magenta Mobility Launch 100 Eicher Pro X Electric Trucks
Eicher Trucks and Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has partnered with Magenta Mobility to supply the newly launched Eicher Pro X small electric truck. The collaboration begins with an initial order of 100 units, with the first batch featuring a 1.7-tonne payload set for deployment across key markets, including Mumbai, Delhi NCR,… Continue reading Eicher Trucks and Magenta Mobility Launch 100 Eicher Pro X Electric Trucks