Growth picking up with most sectors operating at pre-pandemic levels: Survey

New Delhi: The economic activity in India is in recovery mode as growth seen broad basing with most sectors operating at pre-pandemic levels, a joint survey conducted by industry body FICCI and Indian Banks’ Association revealed. The uptick in growth was despite a muted start to this year due to emergence of Omicron variant. The… Continue reading Growth picking up with most sectors operating at pre-pandemic levels: Survey

Tirex to set up EV chargers at HPCL outlets in Gujarat, Rajasthan

Representative Image New Delhi: Gujarat-based Tirex Transmission on Monday announced that it has bagged the contract for more than 60 EV chargers from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for their franchise outlets in Gujarat and Rajasthan region. The company will supply two types of DC fast chargers for this project. One rated between 25kW and… Continue reading Tirex to set up EV chargers at HPCL outlets in Gujarat, Rajasthan

Two-thirds of CMOs aim to boost marketing technology spending: Gartner

The trend for 2022 seems to echo Gartner’s 2021 projection that 68% (about two-thirds) of CMOs want to increase their technology spending on marketing. About 68% (two-thirds) of the chief marketing officers (CMOs) aim to increase their technology spending on marketing this year, a new report said on Monday. In 2021, Gartner estimated that Martech… Continue reading Two-thirds of CMOs aim to boost marketing technology spending: Gartner

PM Narendra Modi bats for Gujarat as automotive star

GANDHINAGAR: Gujarat has emerged as a top automotive manufacturing hub in not only India but also in the world, said PM Narendra Modi, citing the example of the successful 13-year journey of Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) in Gujarat. The PM addressed the commemoration ceremony marking 40 years of SMC in India, held at Mahatma Mandir… Continue reading PM Narendra Modi bats for Gujarat as automotive star

Allison Transmission to showcase new electric axles for construction trucks at Bauma 2022

Twin-motor eGen Power 130D, a 13-tonne variant, is designed for the European and APAC markets; has continuous output of 454 kilowatts and a peak output power of 652 kilowatts. Allison Transmission, which designs and manufactures conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions for medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, is set to make a big splash at Bauma… Continue reading Allison Transmission to showcase new electric axles for construction trucks at Bauma 2022

Can synthetic fuel replace fossil fuel globally?

Spirit Racing’s Mazda Demio runs on a cooking oil-based biofuel. Human nature (take the easiest route) and financial considerations (take the most profitable route) are arguably the two things that drive society forward. That’s especially true when solving the world’s problems, such as global warming. Electrification of cars ticks both boxes but raises the question… Continue reading Can synthetic fuel replace fossil fuel globally?

Leyland extends LCV range with two Bada Dost offerings

Ashok Leyland has introduced two new offerings in its Bada Dost range, the Bada Dost i1 and i2. It has also launched a limited edition which will have a slew of features including central locking feature, keyless entry and anti-theft features, normally seen in passenger vehicles , the company said. The i1 and i2 will… Continue reading Leyland extends LCV range with two Bada Dost offerings

Suzuki Motor Corporation to invest Rs30,000cr in new manufacturing infrastructure in India

Suzuki Motor Corporation’s planned twin facilities – a battery manufacturing unit at Hansalpur in Gujarat and a vehicle manufacturing facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana will totally attract an investment of Rs 30,000 crore. Out of this kitty, Rs 20,000 crore will be invested for the Kharkhoda plant where ICE & EV manufacturing would take place. The… Continue reading Suzuki Motor Corporation to invest Rs30,000cr in new manufacturing infrastructure in India

Magna Returns to NAIAS 2022 With All Its Power

Demonstrating its capabilities in electrification, ADAS and new mobility First public display of Magna EtelligentForce, electrified pickup truck technology Announcement planned for press preview day on September 14, 2022 AURORA, Ontario, Aug. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2022 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is returning with its first-ever indoor-outdoor fall show and Magna… Continue reading Magna Returns to NAIAS 2022 With All Its Power

Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS 4×4 put to the test on the hills and mountains of Scotland and Kosovo – Monaco Tribune

The sturdy car is primarily a utility vehicle with a minimum price of €60,950. The multinational INEOS continues to grow. Before its expansion into China, the group’s owner and Monaco resident, Jim Ratcliffe, had also launched his car company. Manufacturing not just any cars, but ultra-robust 4x4s that can go anywhere. Their model name: the… Continue reading Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS 4×4 put to the test on the hills and mountains of Scotland and Kosovo – Monaco Tribune