Helios Climate Invests in SUN Mobility for Africa Battery Swapping Network Expansion

Helios Climate, Africa’s climate-focused investment platform, has announced an investment in SUN Mobility to launch battery swapping networks across Africa. The funding is part of a $135 million capital raise completed by the Indian electric vehicle infrastructure company over the past year. SUN Mobility operates battery swapping technology that allows electric vehicle users to exchange… Continue reading Helios Climate Invests in SUN Mobility for Africa Battery Swapping Network Expansion

Quest Global Partners with Andretti Formula E for Multi-Year Engineering Collaboration

Quest Global has entered into a multi-year partnership with Andretti Formula E, becoming the team’s official Engineering Technology Partner. The collaboration, which launched at the 2025 London E-Prix on July 29, marks Quest Global’s entry into Formula E motorsport. Under the three-year agreement, Quest Global will support Andretti Formula E’s remote operations room in Banbury,… Continue reading Quest Global Partners with Andretti Formula E for Multi-Year Engineering Collaboration

Eicher Trucks and Buses Launches Pro Plus Series for Light and Medium Duty Segments

Eicher Trucks and Buses unveiled its next-generation Pro Plus Series on July 29, 2025, at Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh. The new range of light and medium duty trucks includes six models designed for various commercial applications, from intra-city delivery to long-haul transportation. The Pro Plus Series builds on the existing Pro Series platform with factory-installed air… Continue reading Eicher Trucks and Buses Launches Pro Plus Series for Light and Medium Duty Segments

Musashi India Establishes R&D Centre in Bengaluru After 23 Years of Operations

Musashi India, the wholly owned subsidiary of Japan’s Musashi Seimitsu Industries, announced the establishment of the Musashi Technology Excellence Centre (MTEC) in Bengaluru on July 29, marking 23 years since the company began operations in India. The facility, located at Atria University Campus, represents a ₹100 million investment in the first year and focuses on… Continue reading Musashi India Establishes R&D Centre in Bengaluru After 23 Years of Operations

Tata Elxsi Partners with KAVIA AI to Automate Software Development

Tata Elxsi, a global design and technology services company, announced a partnership with San Francisco-based KAVIA AI on July 29, 2025. The collaboration aims to deploy artificial intelligence automation across software development lifecycle processes for enterprise clients. KAVIA AI operates a cloud-native platform that automates software development stages including planning, architecture design, code creation, testing,… Continue reading Tata Elxsi Partners with KAVIA AI to Automate Software Development

BS VII is India’s Best Chance to Slash Tailpipe, Evaporative Emissions, Says Expert

As India strengthens its efforts towards formulating Bharat Stage VII (BS VII) emission norms, it is looking at the tightening of tailpipe limits, with a target of making a transformative leap in reducing vehicular emissions that are a big challenge for the country. Delivering a comprehensive technical presentation at the ECMA Roundtable in New Delhi,… Continue reading BS VII is India’s Best Chance to Slash Tailpipe, Evaporative Emissions, Says Expert

Ashok Leyland Signs Vehicle Finance Partnership with West Bengal Gramin Bank

Ashok Leyland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with West Bengal Gramin Bank to establish a vehicle financing partnership for commercial vehicle customers. The agreement was formalized on July 29, 2025, with representatives from both organizations participating in the signing ceremony. Under the partnership, West Bengal Gramin Bank will provide financing solutions for Ashok Leyland… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Signs Vehicle Finance Partnership with West Bengal Gramin Bank

Skoda sells 509,400 vehicles in H1 2025, becomes Europe’s third best-selling car brand

Skoda Auto has announced strong sales numbers for the January-June 2025 period. The Czech carmaker has delivered 509,400 vehicles to customers worldwide, representing year-on-year growth of 13.6% (H1 CY2024: 448,600 units). This growth was driven by rising sales in key markets across Europe and India, as well as by Skoda’s broadest and most advanced model… Continue reading Skoda sells 509,400 vehicles in H1 2025, becomes Europe’s third best-selling car brand

Bosch Ventures invests in 4screen driver interaction platform

4screen, the world’s first driver interaction platform, has announced the successful completion of its $21 million Series B financing round. With integration into leading automotive brands and access to millions of connected vehicles, 4screen is tapping into one of the largest untapped advertising channels in the mobility sector – in-car screens. 4screen has secured $21… Continue reading Bosch Ventures invests in 4screen driver interaction platform

BYD becomes first carmaker to produce 13 million EVs

Chinese electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer BYD, which is the world’s No. 1 EV maker, has officially become the first car manufacturer globally to reach the production milestone of 13 million NEVs. The milestone 13th million unit – a Yangwang U7 – rolled off the production line on July 21, symbolising not only a remarkable… Continue reading BYD becomes first carmaker to produce 13 million EVs