Lexus India has launched its LM 350h luxury MPV in India at a starting price of Rs 2 crore. The LM 350h is now the flagship Lexus model in India, while it also cements its position as the most expensive MPV in India, overtaking its cousin Toyota Vellfire which is priced from Rs 1.2 crore. Being the most premium MPV… Continue reading Lexus launches LM 350h luxury MPV at Rs 2 crore
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Plastic Omnium expands presence in India with new plant and R&D center in Pune
Plastic Omnium, a global leader in automotive components and solutions, celebrated the groundbreaking of its fifth manufacturing plant and the inauguration of a new Technical Centre in Pune. The new manufacturing facility, covering 10 acres and spread over 20,000 sq. meters in Phase I, is equipped with state-of-the-art production technology to meet the rising demand… Continue reading Plastic Omnium expands presence in India with new plant and R&D center in Pune
New EV incentive scheme will increase e-2W costs by 10% vis-a-vis FAME 2: ICRA
The initial purchase cost of an electric two-wheeler would increase by 10% with the implementation of the Central Government’s recently announced Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024. Moreover, this would make the initial purchase cost of an e-2W over 70% more expensive, AS compared to a petrol scooter, claims rating agency ICRA. Though the reduction… Continue reading New EV incentive scheme will increase e-2W costs by 10% vis-a-vis FAME 2: ICRA
Govt approves new EV policy; To cut import tax on cars to 15%, paves way for Tesla’s India entry
Paving the way for the entry of more global automakers in the country, the centre today announced a much-anticipated electric vehicle policy that significantly cuts the import duty on electric cars to 15% from the current 70% for five years. This lower import duty is applicable only if companies commit to a minimum investment of… Continue reading Govt approves new EV policy; To cut import tax on cars to 15%, paves way for Tesla’s India entry
Jaguar I-Pace owners angry as firm cuts smart charging access
The Jaguar I-Pace forum is buzzing with owners angered by the manufacturer’s decision to arbitrarily cut off their smart home-charging option, with little or no advance warning. Customers previously benefiting from the Intelligent Octopus Go tariff using a PodPoint Solo charger which Jaguar itself promoted, are among those now unable to access intelligent charging because… Continue reading Jaguar I-Pace owners angry as firm cuts smart charging access
Volkswagen close to final design of £17k ID 1 electric car
Volkswagen is set to sign off the final design of the Volkswagen ID 1 imminently, brand chairman Thomas Schäfer has said, with four proposals being debated for the £17,000 entry-level electric car. Conceived as a replacement for the 11-year-old e-Up, the new model is planned to go on sale across Europe by the end of 2027 at a… Continue reading Volkswagen close to final design of £17k ID 1 electric car
Mercedes Vision EQXX breaks own efficiency record with 8.4mpkWh
The Mercedes Vision EQXX electric car concept has broken its own range and efficiency record, travelling 627.6 miles across the Arabian Peninsula with an impressive efficiency average of 8.4 miles per kWh. It was the car’s third long-distance road trip, following two previous attempts in Europe, and the second time the sleek sports car has travelled… Continue reading Mercedes Vision EQXX breaks own efficiency record with 8.4mpkWh
Drivers to be affected as M25 section to close this weekend
Why is the M25 closing? National Highways says the road will close so it can demolish and replace the bridleway bridge at Clearmount and install a large gantry. The work will also increase the number of lanes at junction 10, which, National Highways said, will “make journeys safer and improve traffic flow”. Entry and exit… Continue reading Drivers to be affected as M25 section to close this weekend
2025 Skoda Epiq is rugged urban EV for sub-£25,000
The battery will support bi-directional charging, which means it can power external devices or bolster home electricity networks. The Epiq embodies Skoda’s new Modern Solid design language, as showcased in 2022 with the much larger Vision 7S concept, which majored on “robustness, functionality and authenticity”. It will be the first Skoda, though, to carry that theme overtly over… Continue reading 2025 Skoda Epiq is rugged urban EV for sub-£25,000
Honda and Nissan considering partnership on electric cars
Japanese titans Honda and Nissan are considering a partnership to reduce the cost of developing electric cars and advanced driver assistance technologies. The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding and will soon begin investigating areas where they can most effectively cut costs through collaboration. This includes the joint procurement of key components to exploit… Continue reading Honda and Nissan considering partnership on electric cars