A pair of incredible images taken at the very moment two different stars exploded are also an accurate representation of how our feeble minds are being melted at the awesome but terrifying cosmic forces on display. The images, taken with multiple telescopes at the CHARA Array at Georgia State University, captures a stellar calamity known… Continue reading These Snapshots of the Moment a Star Exploded Will Fill You With Cosmic Dread
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EV adoption is redefining what auto retail leadership means in India, say industry leaders
India’s electric mobility push is forcing a fundamental reset in auto retail, with trust, uptime and dealer readiness emerging as decisive factors that will shape EV adoption over the next five years, industry leaders said, as customer anxiety around batteries, reliability and total cost of ownership continues to influence buying decisions. These themes came to… Continue reading EV adoption is redefining what auto retail leadership means in India, say industry leaders
German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Volkswagen does surprisingly well in terms of cash inflow012251
Volkswagen: The car manufacturer exceeds expectations in one key figure. Photo: REUTERS Berlin. Europe’s largest car manufacturer Volkswagen received a surprising amount of money in its coffers in 2025 despite weak sales in China, the expensive strategy shift at Porsche and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The cash inflow in the car business was six… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Volkswagen does surprisingly well in terms of cash inflow012251
German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Volkswagen does surprisingly well in terms of cash inflow012251
Volkswagen: The car manufacturer exceeds expectations in one key figure. Photo: REUTERS Berlin. Europe’s largest car manufacturer Volkswagen received a surprising amount of money in its coffers in 2025 despite weak sales in China, the expensive strategy shift at Porsche and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The cash inflow in the car business was six… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Volkswagen does surprisingly well in terms of cash inflow012251
Subtle Steel Price Increases Add Fresh Pressure on Auto Costs
While high-tech battery minerals often dominate the conversation, steel is experiencing a slow-burning price creep that demands executive attention. According to the December 2025 SIAM monitor, HR steel prices ranged between Rs 48,160 and Rs 50,000 per tonne, marking a 1% increase both year-on-year and month-on-month. Though these rates remain 9% below the April 2025… Continue reading Subtle Steel Price Increases Add Fresh Pressure on Auto Costs
The Magnetic Squeeze: Rising Motor Costs Threaten the EV Value Chain
While the automotive industry has focused heavily on battery mineral inflation, a silent price creep in high-intensity motor magnets is creating a new bottleneck for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. According to the latest SIAM commodity monitor, the price of magnet (GD–NdFeB scrap), the lifeblood of modern electric motors, hit a new peak in December 2025.… Continue reading The Magnetic Squeeze: Rising Motor Costs Threaten the EV Value Chain
Cooling Rubber Prices Offer Margin Relief for Automakers
While the automotive industry grapples with triple-digit inflation in battery minerals, the commodities that literally hit the road—natural and synthetic rubber, are providing a much-needed financial cushion. According to the latest data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), rubber price trends in December 2025 offer a rare moment of cost relief for manufacturers… Continue reading Cooling Rubber Prices Offer Margin Relief for Automakers
Cooling Rubber Prices Offer Margin Relief for Automakers
While the automotive industry grapples with triple-digit inflation in battery minerals, the commodities that literally hit the road—natural and synthetic rubber, are providing a much-needed financial cushion. According to the latest data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), rubber price trends in December 2025 offer a rare moment of cost relief for manufacturers… Continue reading Cooling Rubber Prices Offer Margin Relief for Automakers
The “Clean Air” Premium: Why Your Next Car Might Cost Significantly More
While India’s automotive floors are buzzing, with passenger vehicle (PV) production jumping 25.5% year-on-year, a silent margin-killer is lurking in the supply chain. Manufacturers are facing a harsh reality, where the cost of going green is becoming an unsustainable premium that will inevitably be passed on to the consumer’s invoice. As per the SIAM commodity… Continue reading The “Clean Air” Premium: Why Your Next Car Might Cost Significantly More
Luna Systems Secures €1.5m Funding for AI-Powered Cycling Safety Cameras
Luna Systems, a Dublin-based provider of AI-powered safety technology, announced on January 15, 2026, that it has secured €1.5 million in late seed funding to launch a new range of AI camera hardware for cyclists and motorcyclists. The investment round was led by Fundracer Capital and EIT Urban Mobility, with additional support from Enterprise Ireland.… Continue reading Luna Systems Secures €1.5m Funding for AI-Powered Cycling Safety Cameras