Uber launches women-only bike taxi service in Bengaluru

Uber, a leading mobility platform in India, has launched Uber Moto Women, a dedicated bike taxi service catering exclusively to women in Bengaluru. The service connects female riders with female drivers, offering a transportation option designed to address women’s safety and mobility concerns while also creating flexible earning opportunities for female drivers. Developed based on… Continue reading Uber launches women-only bike taxi service in Bengaluru

Toyota reveals Urban Cruiser EV

Just a year after Toyota Motor Corp revealed the Maruti eVX-based Urban SUV concept, the Japanese carmaker has taken the wraps off the final production version, called the Urban Cruiser EV.  While it carries over much from the concept, the production Toyota Urban Cruiser EV is slightly smaller and, other than its design, shares a… Continue reading Toyota reveals Urban Cruiser EV

Toyota reveals Urban Cruiser EV

Just a year after Toyota Motor Corp revealed the Maruti eVX-based Urban SUV concept, the Japanese carmaker has taken the wraps off the final production version, called the Urban Cruiser EV.  While it carries over much from the concept, the production Toyota Urban Cruiser EV is slightly smaller and, other than its design, shares a… Continue reading Toyota reveals Urban Cruiser EV

Indian auto component industry registers 11.3% growth in H1FY25, turnover reaches Rs. 3.32 lakh crore

India’s auto component industry registered a turnover of Rs. 3.32 lakh crore (USD 39.6 billion) for the period April to September 2024 (H1FY25), registering a growth of 11.3%  over the first half of the previous year, as per the latest data revealed by the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA). Commenting on the development,… Continue reading Indian auto component industry registers 11.3% growth in H1FY25, turnover reaches Rs. 3.32 lakh crore

Toyota Kirloskar Motor opens first TUCO facility in Guwahati

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has launched its first Company Owned Toyota Used Car Outlet (TUCO) in Northeast India, located in Guwahati. This marks the third such facility under the “Toyota U-Trust” brand, following outlets in Bengaluru and Delhi. The new outlet spans approximately 4,000 square feet and has the capacity to display over 15 certified… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Motor opens first TUCO facility in Guwahati

Amazon surpasses EV deployment goals in India

Amazon announced that it has surpassed its target of deploying 10,000 electric vehicles (EVs) in its India delivery fleet, achieving the milestone in October 2024, over a year ahead of schedule. The EVs are currently operational in cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, covering a network that spans 500 cities from Leh to Gangtok.  … Continue reading Amazon surpasses EV deployment goals in India

JML expands Chennai plant to enhance production and sustainability

JCBL Marrel Tippers Limited (JML), a manufacturer specializing in trailers, POL tankers, bowsers, and export-oriented containers, has announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Oragadam, Chennai. The expansion aims to meet increasing demand for its technically advanced and value-added products while aligning with sustainable manufacturing practices.   The expansion increases JML’s production capacity by… Continue reading JML expands Chennai plant to enhance production and sustainability

Cummins India debuts advanced power solutions at Bauma Conexpo 2024

Cummins India Limited introduced its advanced range of aftermarket solutions for gensets, construction, and mining sectors at the 7th edition of baumaCONEXPO India 2024. The portfolio includes innovative offerings such as the DATUM S intelligent fuel management system, OptiNAS+ hydraulic oil filter, and DGBlue diesel exhaust fluid for CPCBIV+ gensets. These solutions are designed to… Continue reading Cummins India debuts advanced power solutions at Bauma Conexpo 2024

Kia Carnival Limousine crosses 400 deliveries in two months

Kia India has announced the delivery of 400 units of its newly launched Carnival Limousine within two months of commencing deliveries. The luxury recreational vehicle, priced at Rs 63.9 lakhs and available in a single trim, has also recorded 3,350 bookings, resulting in a waiting period of over six months. The demand for both available… Continue reading Kia Carnival Limousine crosses 400 deliveries in two months

Stellantis and CATL partner for 4.1 billion euro LFP battery plant in Spain

Stellantis and CATL have announced plans to invest up to 4.1 billion euros (Rs 36,030 crore) to form a joint venture that will build a large-scale European lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain. Designed to be completely carbon neutral, the battery plant will be implemented in several phases and investment plans. Targeted… Continue reading Stellantis and CATL partner for 4.1 billion euro LFP battery plant in Spain