Kia has unveiled a sharp new look for the Niro, bringing it into line with the latest iteration of the brand’s ‘Opposites United’ design language. The new front-end treatment shrinks the silver plastic bar that wrapped around the bonnet of the previous iteration and introduces a taller headlight design similar to those on the Seltos, EV3 and… Continue reading Kia Niro gets sharp new look and interior tweaks
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Nissan’s 42% efficiency breakthrough: The new tech saving petrol
Combustion engine development is still important and the drive for efficiency will continue for as long as engines remain in use and the new Nissan e-Power system is a case in point. The first vehicle to use the latest, third-generation e-Power system, initially introduced in 2016, is the Qashqai, which began production in the UK… Continue reading Nissan’s 42% efficiency breakthrough: The new tech saving petrol
Ceat to Further Boost Capacity at Chennai Plant with Rs 1,314 Crore Investment
Tyre maker Ceat Ltd will invest Rs 1,314 crore to further boost the passenger vehicle tyre capacity at its Sriperumbudur plant in Chennai by around 35% as the company looks to cater to the anticipated good growth in the passenger car and utility vehicle category. “Our board has approved Rs 1,314 crore of capital expenditure… Continue reading Ceat to Further Boost Capacity at Chennai Plant with Rs 1,314 Crore Investment
India Amends Motor Vehicle Rules to Enforce Toll Payment Compliance
The Government of India has notified the Central Motor Vehicles (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026, introducing significant changes to vehicle registration and permit procedures to strengthen compliance with user fee payments at National Highway toll plazas. The amendments, which modify the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, establish a direct link between the clearance of unpaid toll… Continue reading India Amends Motor Vehicle Rules to Enforce Toll Payment Compliance
ZF Inaugurates Electric Park Brake Production Line in Oragadam
ZF Group inaugurated its Electric Park Brake (EPB) production line at its Oragadam manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu on Monday, marking the company’s expansion into complete industrialization of electronically controlled braking systems for passenger cars in India. The line has an annual production capacity of 800,000 units at peak and is supported by an expanding… Continue reading ZF Inaugurates Electric Park Brake Production Line in Oragadam
MAHLE Secures Top Climate Rankings in 2025 CDP Assessment
MAHLE has maintained its position among global climate leaders by securing top ratings from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for 2025. The technology company received an A rating in climate change and A- in water security, placing it on the exclusive Climate A List alongside just four percent of assessed companies worldwide. The ratings validate… Continue reading MAHLE Secures Top Climate Rankings in 2025 CDP Assessment
Quantum Energy, EMO Energy Launch Electric Scooter for Delivery Fleets
Quantum Energy Limited has announced a strategic partnership with EMO Energy to introduce the Quantum Bziness EMO, an electric scooter specifically designed for last-mile and fleet operations in India’s delivery sector. The vehicle integrates Quantum Energy’s engineering capabilities with EMO Energy’s patented liquid-cooled battery technology, aiming to provide a cost-efficient mobility solution for commercial operators… Continue reading Quantum Energy, EMO Energy Launch Electric Scooter for Delivery Fleets
Zypp Electric Expands EV Fleet in Jaipur and Hyderabad
Zypp Electric has deployed 1,000 electric vehicles across Jaipur and Hyderabad within a month of launching operations in both cities, the company announced today. The expansion represents a significant milestone in the EV rental platform’s growth strategy as it extends its presence beyond major metropolitan areas. The deployment includes the establishment of two operational hubs,… Continue reading Zypp Electric Expands EV Fleet in Jaipur and Hyderabad
Evaluating a Multi-powertrain Solution for India: Skoda Auto’s Martin Jahn
Skoda Auto is evaluating a multi-powertrain strategy for India, including electric vehicles and CNG, as it navigates regulatory pressure, global uncertainty and shifting consumer preferences, Martin Jahn, board member for sales and marketing at Skoda Auto, told Autocar Professional. Jahn acknowledged that while the company needs more products for India, the rapidly changing global automotive… Continue reading Evaluating a Multi-powertrain Solution for India: Skoda Auto’s Martin Jahn
Ducati Launches Limited-Edition Panigale V4 Tricolore in India
Ducati has introduced the Panigale V4 Tricolore in India, a limited-edition motorcycle restricted to 1,000 numbered units worldwide. Only a small number of units will be allocated to the Indian market. The model is priced at ₹77 lakh (ex-showroom). The Panigale V4 Tricolore has been developed as a collector-focused version of the Panigale V4 and… Continue reading Ducati Launches Limited-Edition Panigale V4 Tricolore in India