The corresponding numbers for an EV were 15% lower for a gasoline sedan. The difference was even higher for hatchbacks (24%) and SUVs (37%). ICE vehicles using diesel blend were found to have 10%-20% higher footprint relative to a gasoline one. New Delhi: The transport sector accounted for 37 per cent of global carbon-di-oxide emissions.… Continue reading Opinion: Electric mobility – Path to a greener future?
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EU Parliament backs overhaul of Europe’s biggest climate policy
EU carbon permits were trading at around 94 euros per tonne on Tuesday, having nearly quadrupled in value since the start of 2020. The price hit 100 euros for the first time in February. The European Parliament on Tuesday approved sweeping reforms to make EU climate change policies more ambitious, including an upgrade of the… Continue reading EU Parliament backs overhaul of Europe’s biggest climate policy
Adani-Total’s Dhamra LNG terminal to start commercial operations at May-end
Dhamra is the only LNG import terminal in eastern India and only the second on the entire east coast. New Delhi: Adani Group and French company TotalEnergies’ newly built INR 6,000 crore facility to import LNG at Dhamra on the Odisha coast will start commercial operations at the end of May, the French firm said… Continue reading Adani-Total’s Dhamra LNG terminal to start commercial operations at May-end
German Handelsblatt: Electric mobility: software, margin, price: these are the problems of the new VW ID.7006718
Premiere of the ID.7 in Berlin With the new model, the group wants to score internationally. (Photo: Reuters) Eight a.m. in New York, 2 p.m. in Berlin, 8 p.m. in Shanghai: On Monday, Volkswagen presented its first all-electric ID.7 sedan in three simultaneous time zones. The setting alone makes it clear: with their latest model,… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Electric mobility: software, margin, price: these are the problems of the new VW ID.7006718
German Handelsblatt: Electric mobility: software, margin, price: these are the problems of the new VW ID.7006718
Premiere of the ID.7 in Berlin With the new model, the group wants to score internationally. (Photo: Reuters) Eight a.m. in New York, 2 p.m. in Berlin, 8 p.m. in Shanghai: On Monday, Volkswagen presented its first all-electric ID.7 sedan in three simultaneous time zones. The setting alone makes it clear: with their latest model,… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Electric mobility: software, margin, price: these are the problems of the new VW ID.7006718
2023 Volkswagen Taigun now gets new trims, colors, and special editions
The Volkswagen Taigun will soon offer its 1.5 TSI manual engine in top-spec GT Plus trim, and the 1.5 TSI DSG in the lesser GT trim, taking the total number of 1.5 TSI variants up to four, and these new variants will go on sale from June 2023. Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 TSI engine, gearboxThe Taigun at launch, offered buyers… Continue reading 2023 Volkswagen Taigun now gets new trims, colors, and special editions
Svitch Bike launches experience centre in Hyderabad
Ahmedabad-based electric two-wheeler Svitch Bike, has launched its new exclusive Experience Centre – MV Automobiles: Svitch Bike Exclusive Dealership in Hyderabad. Hyderabad, being an IT Hub enjoys the privilege of more than 300+ charging stations & multiple brands for consumers to choose from. Rajkumar Patel, Founder & MD of Svitch Bike & Svitch Motocorp said… Continue reading Svitch Bike launches experience centre in Hyderabad
Mahindra claims its first e-SUV manufactured with 100% renewable energy
As the country aims to be a net zero economy by 2070, automotive companies are working towards sustainable processes, with a focus on the entire manufacturing process getting importance, and not just the tailpipe emissions reduction targets. In one such instance, M&M, which has set a target of being carbon neutral by 2040, claims to… Continue reading Mahindra claims its first e-SUV manufactured with 100% renewable energy
Tata Motors states Nexon fire incident took place due to repairs at unauthorised workshop
Tata Motors states Nexon fire incident took place due to repairs at unauthorised workshop Tata Motors has clarified the reasons behind the Nexon EV fire incident that took place on 16 April, in Pune, Maharashtra. A team of technical experts has concluded a detailed investigation of the same. The model involved in the fire incident,… Continue reading Tata Motors states Nexon fire incident took place due to repairs at unauthorised workshop
ACMA-Howden India focus on cybersecurity in automotive industry
The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) and Howden India organized the first “National Conference & Display on Automotive Cyber Security – Risks & Safeguard”. The conference aimed to bring attention to emerging cyber risks and trends in the automotive industry and emphasized the need for cyber insurance as a supplement to existing cyber… Continue reading ACMA-Howden India focus on cybersecurity in automotive industry