New all-electric Nissan Micra to rival upcoming Renault 5

Nissan has revealed that the new electric Nissan Micra will be built on the same platform as the upcoming Renault 5. The electric supermini will use the CMF-B EV architecture and is expected to launch sometime in 2024.  The switch to electrification confirms the current Micra will be the last to be offered with an… Continue reading New all-electric Nissan Micra to rival upcoming Renault 5

All-electric Alpine A110 E-ternite concept points to the future

Alpine is a company with an all-electric future – and ahead of a new range of models, the Renault-owned performance brand has now revealed an EV vision based on its existing A110 sports car. Unveiled on the eve of the French Grand Prix weekend, the A110 E-ternité concept is designed to celebrate Alpine’s 60th birthday… Continue reading All-electric Alpine A110 E-ternite concept points to the future

Mini Moke maker sold to EV Technology Group

Moke International, the firm behind the iconic Mini Moke, has agreed to sell up to 100 per cent of its shareholdings to EVTG (EV Technology Group). The sale comes as Moke launches itself into the electric car world with a pure-electric version of its Mini Moke.  Moke says the transaction is valued at $55.1 million… Continue reading Mini Moke maker sold to EV Technology Group

UK petrol and diesel prices: independent retailers cut prices

Small independent filling stations are significantly cutting their pump prices to reflect reductions in the wholesale cost of petrol and diesel. These smaller retailers are passing on a 10p wholesale saving, meaning they’re generally charging no more than 180p per litre. One station in Cornwall appeared in news headlines for reducing its pump price to… Continue reading UK petrol and diesel prices: independent retailers cut prices

2022 Nissan X-Trail debuts in Japan

Nissan has unveiled the new X-Trail for the Japanese market, giving us our best look yet at the firm’s latest SUV – set for launch in Europe later this year. The X-Trail will move onto the same CMF-C underpinnings as the latest Qashqai, meaning it’ll be available with hybrid power for the first time. When… Continue reading 2022 Nissan X-Trail debuts in Japan

OXE Marine AB (publ) Interim report 1 April to 30 June 2022

OXE Marine AB (publ) Interim Report Second Quarter 2022 HELSINGBORG, Sweden, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Results presented in the interim report are consolidated from 16 February 2022 to 30 June 2022 following the completion of the acquisition of Diesel Outboards and Outdoor Network Manufacturing on 16 February 2022. Consolidated results include legal entities; OXE… Continue reading OXE Marine AB (publ) Interim report 1 April to 30 June 2022

Grand Vitara bookings suggest preference for strong-hybrid

Almost 54 percent of the 13,000 pre-bookings that Maruti Suzuki has received for the Grand Vitara are for the two strong-hybrid variants – Zeta and Alpha CVT. The company had commenced bookings of its 4.3-metre-long SUV on July 16. While diesel still commands a dominating 51 percent share of the total industry volumes in this… Continue reading Grand Vitara bookings suggest preference for strong-hybrid

SIAM’s 2022 CSR Conclave: best practices and learnings for India Auto Inc

Apex industry body, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) recently held its sixth annual CSR Conclave on the theme of ‘CSR Rewired: Post-Covid 19 Scenario’. The virtual conclave highlighted varied perspectives on health and sanitation, skills development, road safety, and environmental rejuvenation. This year’s event saw an emphasis on sharing of best practices and learnings from… Continue reading SIAM’s 2022 CSR Conclave: best practices and learnings for India Auto Inc

Peter Solc to replace Zac Hollis at Skoda India from September 2022

Skoda India will soon see a leadership change as Peter Solc is slated to replace Zac Hollis, the brand’s Director, Sales and Marketing. The transition would take place from September 1, 2022.  Solc is currently serving as the Brand Director at Skoda in Russia.  Zac Hollis, who took over the realm at Skoda India in… Continue reading Peter Solc to replace Zac Hollis at Skoda India from September 2022