Mercedes-Benz India has just announced that the electric G-Class, officially known as the G 580 with EQ Technology, will make its India debut in production-spec on January 9, 2025. The compmay could also announce prices on the same day. The electric G-Class was previously shown in concept guise at the Bharat Mobility Show in January… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India to launch electric G 580 on January 9, 2025
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Tata Motors leads India’s electric passenger vehicle market in November 2024 despite YoY decline
After a heady month of October 2024, when the electric passenger vehicle industry achieved record monthly retail sales of 11,165 units (up 47 percent YoY), November 2024 sales at 8,596 units (up 14 percent YoY) appear rather tepid in comparison. Nevertheless, they are 40 percent better than the 17-month low of 6,148 units in September… Continue reading Tata Motors leads India’s electric passenger vehicle market in November 2024 despite YoY decline
Lotus considers hybrid powertrain for Emira sportscar to extend lifecycle
Lotus could extend the Emira sportscar’s lifecycle by adding a petrol-hybrid powertrain. The brand recently announced plans to hybridise its entire line-up, effectively postponing the sportscar’s long-awaited all-electric replacement. Lotus brought out the Emira in 2021 (it’s scheduled to launch in India next year) as its final pure-combustion car and as an effective replacement for… Continue reading Lotus considers hybrid powertrain for Emira sportscar to extend lifecycle
Samvardhana Motherson targets more Japanese OEM business with Atsumitec buyout
The Motherson Group, one of India’s and the world’s leading specialised automotive component manufacturers, through Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (SAMIL) has announced plans to acquire Atsumitec Co of Japan for $57 million (Rs 475 crore). Founded in 1949, Atsumitec has core capabilities in metal and machining business primarily manufacturing gear-shifters, chassis and transmission components for… Continue reading Samvardhana Motherson targets more Japanese OEM business with Atsumitec buyout
Samvardhana Motherson targets more Japanese OEM business with Atsumitec buyout
The Motherson Group, one of India’s and the world’s leading specialised automotive component manufacturers, through Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (SAMIL) has announced plans to acquire Atsumitec Co of Japan for $57 million (Rs 475 crore). Founded in 1949, Atsumitec has core capabilities in metal and machining business primarily manufacturing gear-shifters, chassis and transmission components for… Continue reading Samvardhana Motherson targets more Japanese OEM business with Atsumitec buyout
Ujjwal Mukherjee takes over as Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors
Ujjwal Mukherjee, who was heading the marketing services at Mahindra Farm Division, has been appointed as the Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors, Mukherjee announced on social media platform, LinkedIn, today. Mukherjee was responsible for handling above the line communication, digital marketing, CRM and call centre at Mahindra Tractors. In the company, Mukherjee was positioned as… Continue reading Ujjwal Mukherjee takes over as Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors
Ujjwal Mukherjee takes over as Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors
Ujjwal Mukherjee, who was heading the marketing services at Mahindra Farm Division, has been appointed as the Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors, Mukherjee announced on social media platform, LinkedIn, today. Mukherjee was responsible for handling above the line communication, digital marketing, CRM and call centre at Mahindra Tractors. In the company, Mukherjee was positioned as… Continue reading Ujjwal Mukherjee takes over as Marketing Head at Mahindra Tractors
How cloud computing is enabling innovation in India’s automotive industry
The automotive sector is going through a paradigm shift as new technologies such as Cloud reshape the way vehicles are designed, manufactured, and operated. The ongoing shift in the industry is propelling the development of connected and autonomous vehicles, setting the stage for India to become a hub for global automotive advancements. To expedite its… Continue reading How cloud computing is enabling innovation in India’s automotive industry
Mahindra renames electric SUV “BE 6” amid trademark dispute with IndiGo
Mahindra & Mahindra has announced a decision to rename its electric SUV from “BE 6e” to “BE 6” following a trademark dispute with InterGlobe Aviation Limited, the operator of IndiGo airlines. The disagreement arose after Mahindra unveiled its electric origin SUVs, the BE 6e and XUV 9e, on November 26, 2024. Mahindra has applied for… Continue reading Mahindra renames electric SUV “BE 6” amid trademark dispute with IndiGo
Revolt RV1, RV1+ EVs lead ambitious charge to disrupt entry-level bike market
New Delhi-based electric two-wheeler start-up Revolt Motors, which is now a fully-owned subsidiary of RattanIndia Enterprises, has mounted a fresh assault on the electric motorcycle market with its latest offerings – the Revolt RV1 and Revolt RV1+ – launched in September 2024. The two new Revolts are among the handful of electric motorcycles on sale… Continue reading Revolt RV1, RV1+ EVs lead ambitious charge to disrupt entry-level bike market