VinFast, Vietnam’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, and the Tamil Nadu state government have today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to invest US$ 2 billion to manufacture and export vehicles from India. VinFast and the Tamil Nadu State Government will work toward a total investment of up to US$ 2 billion, with an intended… Continue reading Vietnamese EV maker VinFast signs MoU with Tamil Nadu to invest US$ 2 billion, plant construction to begin in 2024
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Demand for personalisation, connectivity driving SDV shift
Software Defined Vehicles or SDVs are the next megatrend in the global automotive industry, which is already witnessing a major transformation with the increasing foray of electric vehicles, or EVs as the leading technology to enable a shift to a more sustainable future. While the EV transition is bringing about major changes in the automotive… Continue reading Demand for personalisation, connectivity driving SDV shift
‘Women are more at risk of whiplash injuries than men’, says Astrid Linder
Safety statistics suggest that women drivers are three times more likely than men to suffer from whiplash injuries if their car is hit from behind. While motor vehicle trauma has been significantly reduced over the past decades, it is still unclear whether the benefits are equally realised by men as well as women inside the… Continue reading ‘Women are more at risk of whiplash injuries than men’, says Astrid Linder
Mercedes-Benz’ Safety Symphony
The popularity of electric passenger cars being adopted in the past two to three years globally has been unprecedented. A total of 14 percent of all new cars sold were electric in 2022, up from approximately 9 percent in 2021 and less than 5 percent in 2020. Issues like range anxiety, battery costs and safety… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz’ Safety Symphony
Classic fix: Heritage cars reborn with new electric powertrains
If one is familiar with British automotive heritage, then there are venerable names that are permanently etched in the minds of auto aficionados. Among the most celebrated and revered cars in British automotive history include Range Rovers from the Classic Era (1969 to 1994), Bentley Continental S1, S2 and S3s, Jaguar XK120, 140 and 150s… Continue reading Classic fix: Heritage cars reborn with new electric powertrains
Bharat Forge wins CII Industrial Innovation Award 2023
Bharat Forge Ltd., a Pune-based multinational conglomerate has won the Industrial Innovation Award 2023 by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). It has recognised for its technological advancements across automotive and defence sectors. The country’s largest forging company has lined up capex of Rs 1,000 crore for 2.5 years. In the defence business (under artillery systems), the company is… Continue reading Bharat Forge wins CII Industrial Innovation Award 2023
Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy
The hybrid vehicles — dual powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor — are gathering strong traction amongst SUV buyers versus all electric battery-operated passenger vehicles. The reason for this is a lack of charging infrastructure and lower price premium over an EV. Hybrids which are seen as a strong alternative to diesel… Continue reading Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy
Audi India sees Red Sea shipping crisis impacting 2-6 weeks output
Audi India will take a one-time hit in its volumes during the January-March quarter this year due to trade disruption on the Red Sea shipping route. Balbir Singh Dhillon, who heads the German carmaker’s India operations, expects the disruption could put 2-6 weeks of production at risk, negatively impacting around 15-20% of its volume during… Continue reading Audi India sees Red Sea shipping crisis impacting 2-6 weeks output
Ather launches 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh, bookings open
After what seems like a long wait peppered with multiple teasers, Ather has finally launched the 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The 450 Apex is meant to be the pinnacle of how far the current platform can be pushed within safe thermodynamic limits. The 450 Apex uses the same 3.7kWh battery pack as the… Continue reading Ather launches 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh, bookings open
Ather launches 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh, bookings open
After what seems like a long wait peppered with multiple teasers, Ather has finally launched the 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The 450 Apex is meant to be the pinnacle of how far the current platform can be pushed within safe thermodynamic limits. The 450 Apex uses the same 3.7kWh battery pack as the… Continue reading Ather launches 450 Apex at Rs 1.89 lakh, bookings open