Waymo driverless taxi parks in lower Manhattan in New York City, U.S., Nov. 26, 2025. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Waymo, the robotaxi unit owned by Alphabet, has crossed 450,000 weekly paid rides, according to a letter from investor Tiger Global viewed by CNBC. That’s almost double the milestone it hit in April, when Waymo reported… Continue reading Waymo crosses 450,000 weekly paid rides as Alphabet robotaxi unit widens lead on Tesla
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A car like the Bugatti Veyron may never happen again
Two decades ago, Autocar drove the Bugatti Veyron for the first time – and it blew us away. “The noise – a peculiar cacophony that sounds a bit like two TVRs on full reheat plus an industrial-strength air hose – is accompanied by mind-bending, heart-stopping acceleration, the like of which has never been felt before in a… Continue reading A car like the Bugatti Veyron may never happen again
EXCON 2025 Opens in Bengaluru as South Asia’s Largest Construction Equipment Exhibition
The 13th edition of EXCON, South Asia’s premier construction equipment exhibition, opens tomorrow at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, running through December 13, 2025. Organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry, the event has grown substantially since its inception in 2000. This year’s exhibition spans 3.5 million square feet and hosts over 1,250 exhibitors, including… Continue reading EXCON 2025 Opens in Bengaluru as South Asia’s Largest Construction Equipment Exhibition
Nawgati Enters Sri Lanka Market with Fuel-Tech Platform
Nawgati, a fuel-tech solutions provider, has announced its expansion into Sri Lanka, marking the company’s entry into a third international market after India and the UAE. The expansion will see Nawgati set up headquarters at the World Trade Centre in Colombo and launch its technology platforms for fuel station operators and consumers. The company will… Continue reading Nawgati Enters Sri Lanka Market with Fuel-Tech Platform
AEIM Produces Metrology-Grade Sapphire Components for CMM Probes
Artificial Electronics Intelligent Materials Limited (AEIM) has announced the successful in-house production of metrology-grade sapphire cubes and spheres for Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) probe sensors. The development places AEIM among companies worldwide capable of manufacturing these ultra-high-precision sapphire components, which require sub-micron tolerances and specialized machining techniques due to sapphire’s extreme hardness. The achievement provides… Continue reading AEIM Produces Metrology-Grade Sapphire Components for CMM Probes
Genesys Digital Twin Platform for Varanasi Receives GovConnect Award
Genesys International Corporation announced today that its Digital Twin Map platform deployed in Varanasi has received the GovConnect Award, marking recognition for its contribution to modern urban governance systems. The platform, built on the Genesys New India Map Stack, incorporates spatial intelligence technology designed to support various municipal functions including infrastructure planning, disaster preparedness, and… Continue reading Genesys Digital Twin Platform for Varanasi Receives GovConnect Award
Video: Why M&M’s XEV 9S Could Redefine India’s Rs 20 Lakhs+ EV Segment
Mahindra sells 30,000 premium EVs, targeting 8,000 monthly units by April. Focus includes modular batteries, highway charging infrastructure, and the ₹20 lakh-plus segment with fast-charging technology. Mahindra is going all-in on the premium electric SUV space and the XEV 9S is at the centre of that strategy. In this exclusive conversation, we dive into Mahindra’s… Continue reading Video: Why M&M’s XEV 9S Could Redefine India’s Rs 20 Lakhs+ EV Segment
Why Indian EVs Can Worry Less About Rare Earths
The global EV sector is at a critical stage, with ongoing supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions due to overdependence on China for critical minerals such as Neodymium (Nd), Praseodymium (Pr), Dysprosium (Dy), and Terbium (Tb). Rare-Earth magnets manufactured from these minerals are core for high-performance EV motors, which come with steep environmental, economic, and… Continue reading Why Indian EVs Can Worry Less About Rare Earths
ASDC Appoints Vice Chairperson and Treasurer to Lead Skilling Initiatives
The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) has announced two leadership appointments to strengthen India’s automotive skilling ecosystem. Prabhu Nagaraj, Operating Head of Corporate Affairs at Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., has been appointed Vice Chairperson, while Rama Shankar Pandey, former CEO of Tata Green Batteries and ASDC Governing Council Member, has been appointed… Continue reading ASDC Appoints Vice Chairperson and Treasurer to Lead Skilling Initiatives
BharatBenz Launches 19.5-Tonne Heavy-Duty Bus for Intercity Routes
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) has launched the BB1924, a heavy-duty bus chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight of 19,500 kg designed for India’s intercity passenger transport segment. The launch targets operators seeking higher payload capacity and reduced operating costs as India’s bus market, valued at USD 51.09 billion, expands at 5.36% CAGR through 2030.… Continue reading BharatBenz Launches 19.5-Tonne Heavy-Duty Bus for Intercity Routes