BMW India has expanded the customization options for its iX1 Long Wheelbase electric SUV, introducing a new exterior colour and premium upholstery choices. The locally-produced vehicle is now available for booking at BMW dealerships across the country starting today. The iX1 Long Wheelbase now offers Night Dusk Blue metallic as a new paint option, bringing… Continue reading BMW iX1 Long Wheelbase Gets New Colour and Upholstery Options
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Solis Launches JP 975 Tractor with Advanced Engine and Transmission Technology
Solis, International Tractors Limited’s flagship brand, has launched the JP 975 tractor, marking the company’s entry into a new generation of farm machinery designed for Indian agriculture. The JP 975 is built on an entirely new technology platform and represents the first model in Solis’s JP series. The tractor is aimed at what the company… Continue reading Solis Launches JP 975 Tractor with Advanced Engine and Transmission Technology
Bajaj Auto Launches Pulsar N160 Variant with Gold USD Forks and Single Seat
Bajaj Auto has introduced a new variant of its Pulsar N160 motorcycle, featuring gold USD (upside-down) forks and a single-seat configuration. The variant is priced at ₹1,23,983 (ex-showroom Delhi) and is now available at dealerships across India. The latest addition to the Pulsar N series combines enhanced comfort with improved riding dynamics, addressing customer demand… Continue reading Bajaj Auto Launches Pulsar N160 Variant with Gold USD Forks and Single Seat
India and Germany Hold High-Level Talks on Electric Mobility Transition
India and Germany convened senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners on Wednesday to chart a coordinated path forward for electric mobility development, marking the ninth edition of the Indo-German Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP) Conversation Series. The roundtable, held at Maharashtra Sadan under the theme “Electric Mobility: From System Integration to… Continue reading India and Germany Hold High-Level Talks on Electric Mobility Transition
Automakers, sugar makers urge govt to promote flex fuel vehicles after E20
After crossing the 20% ethanol-blending milestone, automakers and sugar manufacturers are urging the government to prioritise flex-fuel vehicles – which can run on higher blends and 100% ethanol – instead of incrementally moving to 25% or 30% blends. They want lower taxes on these vehicles and a clear pricing advantage for ethanol over petrol. With… Continue reading Automakers, sugar makers urge govt to promote flex fuel vehicles after E20
LICO Advances Toward Hydrometallurgy Phase with Rs 400 Crore Downstream Investment Plan
LICO, a rising player in India’s developing battery recycling industry, is ramping up its infrastructure and investment to meet the anticipated surge in demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, even as it navigates a domestic recycling landscape plagued by inadequate government support and widespread fraud. The company is currently focused on mechanical separation (Phase 1),… Continue reading LICO Advances Toward Hydrometallurgy Phase with Rs 400 Crore Downstream Investment Plan
VinFast to Invest ₹4,000 Cr in Tamil Nadu for E-Bus, Two-Wheeler Production
VinFast has announced plans to significantly expand its manufacturing presence in Tamil Nadu through a new Memorandum of Understanding with the state government. The agreement will allocate approximately 200 hectares of additional land adjacent to the company’s existing facility in the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi. The expansion represents the second phase of VinFast’s USD… Continue reading VinFast to Invest ₹4,000 Cr in Tamil Nadu for E-Bus, Two-Wheeler Production
SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) concluded its week-long 11th Safe Mobility Inter-School Road Safety Competition and Annual Teachers’ Meet on Wednesday, engaging over 2000 students from more than 500 schools across New Delhi. The event, held under SIAM’s ‘सुरक्षित सफर (Safe Journey)’ initiative with CSR support from Suzuki Motorcycle, also saw participation of… Continue reading SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
This edition highlights a mobility sector at a defining crossroads, where long-term competitiveness will be shaped by structural choices rather than short-term market signals. The issue captures how rising concerns over air quality, energy security and operating costs are accelerating the shift toward cleaner technologies, with electrification emerging as a central pillar of industry strategy.… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency
Jaguar Land Rover is piloting drone technology at its Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, cutting inspection times by up to 95% while improving workplace safety. The automotive manufacturer is using the Elios 3 drone by Flyability to inspect machinery and access hard-to-reach areas within the facility. The technology has reduced what was previously a… Continue reading JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency