Gary Jarman is in the rare position of having owned two Supras: the Mk4 in the picture and a Mk5 that he bought in 2019 and ran for two years. How do they compare? “The Mk5 was fast and it handled really well but it just felt like a German car, where the Mk4 is… Continue reading Is that a Supra…? Yes, it’s mine – and it’s got 160,000 miles on it
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India Explores Advanced Charging Technologies to Accelerate Electric Bus and Truck Adoption
India’s commitment to achieving a Net Zero emission target by 2070 and to reducing carbon emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030 underscores the critical need for a transition to electric mobility. This transition is a key technological leap that will propel India towards achieving global climate change targets. With an ambition to achieve a… Continue reading India Explores Advanced Charging Technologies to Accelerate Electric Bus and Truck Adoption
Tesla’s Test
For more than a decade, India has been the automotive world’s great unanswered question. A market with undeniable scale, rising household incomes, and a young, upwardly mobile consumer base, it has long teased global automakers with the promise of explosive growth. Many spoke of India in ambitious tones, but few managed to convert that optimism… Continue reading Tesla’s Test
Weekly News Wrap: Maruti’s Rs 35,000 Crore Pact, Vinfast’s Battery Localisation, JSW-Chery Hybrid Plan, Mercedes’ Price Play
The week of January 12-18 showed how quickly India’s auto market is widening into a multi-track story, where localisation, fresh investments and new technology bets are moving in parallel. On one end, Maruti Suzuki and the Gujarat government formally signed off on a ₹35,000 crore commitment for the Khoraj plant, underlining that scale and capacity… Continue reading Weekly News Wrap: Maruti’s Rs 35,000 Crore Pact, Vinfast’s Battery Localisation, JSW-Chery Hybrid Plan, Mercedes’ Price Play
Getting an old Peugeot 205 (and its driver) through UK’s toughest rally
Standing here in Carmarthen’s Guildhall Square, I can barely see the ramp that has been erected for the inbound procession, because of the horde of people surrounding me. It’s snowing, but a wintry shower isn’t going to subdue this vibrant crowd. Parked a metre away from me is a long line of historic rally cars… Continue reading Getting an old Peugeot 205 (and its driver) through UK’s toughest rally
Can new EU rules really save the sub-€15k small car?
I’m containing my enthusiasm about the idea of a new small car class that’s meant to save Europe’s automotive industry. European car makers have been lobbying the EU to let them sell cheaper cars again, citing the fact that the average age of cars in Europe is getting older and older, and arguing that the… Continue reading Can new EU rules really save the sub-€15k small car?
Forvia Shifts Focus, Expands India’s Role Beyond Services
In the global automotive sector, where geopolitical tariffs and rapidly divergent technological paths dictate business strategy, the quest for regional resilience has become paramount. For Martin Fischer, Group Chief Executive Officer of global auto component giant Forvia, this quest has led directly to India. Fischer, a global automotive leader with over 25 years of experience,… Continue reading Forvia Shifts Focus, Expands India’s Role Beyond Services
INTERVIEW: “EV Demand is Rebounding both in India and Around the Globe” – JLR’s Rajan Amba
In a candid conversation with Autocar Professional, Rajan Amba, Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover India, breaks down the realities behind the India–UK FTA, the company’s manufacturing strategy, the future of the Panapakkam plant and what lies ahead for the rebirth of Jaguar. From the rise of India as a global production base to the… Continue reading INTERVIEW: “EV Demand is Rebounding both in India and Around the Globe” – JLR’s Rajan Amba
Neolite ZKW Positions for Growth as Lighting Becomes a Differentiator
For many years, automotive lighting was treated simply as a functional necessity – to help drivers see and be seen. That perception has fundamentally changed. As modern vehicles become more design-led and electronics-heavy, lighting has emerged as one of the most visible and valuable components, playing a crucial and integrated role in supporting the aesthetics… Continue reading Neolite ZKW Positions for Growth as Lighting Becomes a Differentiator
Vinfast in Talks With Battery Makers in India For Localisation
As Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast looks to strengthen and broaden its electric vehicle offerings in India, the automaker is in talks with multiple battery manufacturers in India, including Tata-Gotion, to localise battery production for its vehicles, according to a senior company official. “We try to increase our localization; it is very important. Since we… Continue reading Vinfast in Talks With Battery Makers in India For Localisation