Ultraviolette Automotive has announced securing $45 million in its ongoing Series E funding round, with investments from Indian technology company Zoho Corporation and European investment management firm Lingotto. The funding will support Ultraviolette’s expansion plans for its current product lineup, including the F77 and recently launched X-47 Crossover electric motorcycle, as well as future platforms… Continue reading Ultraviolette Secures $45 Million in Series E Funding from Zoho and Lingotto
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Schaeffler India Receives CII National Award for Water Management Initiative
Schaeffler India has been honored with the CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management 2024-25 for its Jal Samruddhi initiative, the company announced on December 4, 2025. The award, presented by the Confederation of Indian Industry, recognizes the company’s work under the “Beyond the Fence” category, which highlights community-focused efforts that improve water security… Continue reading Schaeffler India Receives CII National Award for Water Management Initiative
River Mobility Clocks Best-Ever Monthly Sales in November: 1,801 Indie E-Scooters
Even as the legacy OEMs like TVS Motor Co, Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp and Greaves Electric Mobility hold sway over the electric two-wheeler market in India and account for the bulk of sales, some e-2W start-ups including Ather Energy, Ola Electric, Bgauss Auto, Kinetic Green and River Mobility are also regulars in the monthly Top… Continue reading River Mobility Clocks Best-Ever Monthly Sales in November: 1,801 Indie E-Scooters
Disseqt AI Partners with Tata Technologies and Infosys for Agentic AI Solutions
Disseqt AI announced a partnership with Tata Technologies and Infosys on Wednesday to accelerate the development of tailored agentic AI applications for companies in the automobile and fintech industries. Under the partnership, Disseqt will work with the IT and DevOps teams at both Tata Technologies and Infosys to fast-track the production of customised agentic AI… Continue reading Disseqt AI Partners with Tata Technologies and Infosys for Agentic AI Solutions
Tata Motors Integrates Dolby Atmos into All-New Sierra SUV
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPVL) has partnered with Dolby Laboratories to equip its upcoming All-New Tata Sierra with Dolby Atmos immersive audio technology, the companies announced Wednesday. The vehicle will feature a 12-speaker audio system designed to deliver multidimensional sound throughout the cabin. Dolby Atmos technology allows audio to be positioned and moved around… Continue reading Tata Motors Integrates Dolby Atmos into All-New Sierra SUV
Zipcar’s UK exit points to failure of government policy on car sharing
News that Zipcar is poised to shut its doors on its only remaining UK operation (in London) has prompted an outpouring of frustration from loyal users. The restaurant critic Jay Rayner posted on Bluesky that he was “dismayed” by the decision. “The car club availability was at the heart of our decision to abandon car ownership around… Continue reading Zipcar’s UK exit points to failure of government policy on car sharing
Which cars qualify for the Electric Car Grant? Full ECG car list with our best (and worst) picks
If your answer to that question was space, there’s the slightly larger and boxier Renault 4, our Small SUV of the Year, which actually boasts a lower starting price than the smaller R5 when you compare like-for-like, with both cars using a 52kWh battery. This is because the larger R4 is also offered in more basic… Continue reading Which cars qualify for the Electric Car Grant? Full ECG car list with our best (and worst) picks
Updated Ford E-Transit Custom gets 23 more miles and all-wheel drive
Ford has given its medium-sized E-Transit Custom van some notable upgrades for 2026 with more range, power and off-road ability. The E-Transit Custom, the electric version of Ford’s most popular van, now comes with a 71kWh battery – replacing the old 64kWh unit. Available on models built from early 2026, the updated E-Transit Custom powertrain… Continue reading Updated Ford E-Transit Custom gets 23 more miles and all-wheel drive
Ford would sell more cars if it hadn’t murdered the Fiesta, Focus and Mondeo
True, Hackett left the company in late 2020, before this trio was murdered. But thanks to his ‘we’re a truck company’ edict, he has to accept most of the blame for the death of these cars, two of which (the Fiesta and Focus) are as relevant as the still strong-selling VW Polo and Golf. What’s… Continue reading Ford would sell more cars if it hadn’t murdered the Fiesta, Focus and Mondeo
The greatest hits (and misses) of designer Gerry McGovern
Land Rover Defender This was the car that JLR was scared to build. The successor to the 1983 legend, multiple prototypes and concepts were created before McGovern and his team settled on the design we first saw six years ago. The most rugged design in the current Land Rover stable, it has proved a massive hit,… Continue reading The greatest hits (and misses) of designer Gerry McGovern