New Mazda EZ-60 revealed as sleek Tesla Model Y rival

The Mazda EZ-60 – which could come to the UK as an electric counterpart to the existing CX-60 – has been revealed in China. As with the Mazda EZ-6 that’s due in UK showrooms early next year as the Mazda 6e, it has been developed in collaboration with Chinese firm Changan. As such, the EZ-60 uses the… Continue reading New Mazda EZ-60 revealed as sleek Tesla Model Y rival

Wayve’s self-driving tech is headed to Nissan vehicles

Nissan said it will use self-driving software developed by Wayve to beef up its advanced driver assistance system starting in 2027, a landmark deal for the buzzy UK startup that has raised more than $1.3 billion from Nvidia, Microsoft, SoftBank Group, and Uber.  Nissan will integrate Wayve’s software as well as sensors, including lidar from an undisclosed… Continue reading Wayve’s self-driving tech is headed to Nissan vehicles

What Chinese Auto Markets Mean for Rental Fleets

“They’re not coming… they’ve already arrived,” says Richard Lowden on how Chinese OEMs are rewriting the rules of global car rental. Graphic: BBM / Photo: Speaker As hefty U.S. tariffs complicate the global economy, Chinese automakers have been establishing market share with new, cheaper vehicle models, especially in the EV sector. What does this mean… Continue reading What Chinese Auto Markets Mean for Rental Fleets

No need to panic, India-US talks on: Goyal to exporters

At a meeting with exporters and industry, Goyal said that the team working on the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the US is exploring the right mix and the right balance, and is “working with speed but not in undue haste” to ensure the right outcome for the country. Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal… Continue reading No need to panic, India-US talks on: Goyal to exporters

Coimbatore Corporation finalizes bidder for Vellalore bio-CNG plant

He said the biofuel obtained from the plant could either be converted into energy or used as a compressed gas. The Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) has finalized the highest bidder for the installation of a bio-CNG plant at Vellalore dumpyard. The project will be executed in a public private partnership (PPP) mode at an… Continue reading Coimbatore Corporation finalizes bidder for Vellalore bio-CNG plant

Trump draws criticism from Michigan biz and auto groups as auto tariffs remain

Vehicles made in Mexico and Canada face the levy, but automakers compliant with the terms of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement can deduct the value of U.S. content. President Donald Trump on Wednesday paused for 90 days many tariffs but is not halting 25per cent tariffs on automotive imports and looming tariffs on auto parts, drawing criticism… Continue reading Trump draws criticism from Michigan biz and auto groups as auto tariffs remain

Foxconn wants to work with Nissan on EVs, says strategy Chief

“From our perspective, the compatibility with Japanese automakers, especially Nissan, will become a strength” for Foxconn, Nikkei cited Seki, a former senior Nissan executive, as saying. Foxconn wants to cooperate with Nissan but is currently not engaging with the Japanese automaker, an executive in charge of the Taiwan company’s electric vehicle business told the Nikkei… Continue reading Foxconn wants to work with Nissan on EVs, says strategy Chief

Audi India incorporates 5,500 new EV charging points under ‘charge my Audi’ initiative

Audi has extended complimentary charging for all e-tron customers until December 31, 2025. To aid the EV adoption in the country, Audi India has significantly expanded its electric vehicle charging network, adding over 5,500 charging points under its “Charge My Audi” initiative’s second phase. This expansion brings the total network to over 6,500 charging points.… Continue reading Audi India incorporates 5,500 new EV charging points under ‘charge my Audi’ initiative