The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) led by Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, introduced the long-awaited Bharat New Car Assessment Programme or BNCAP, at a mega launch event which saw the participation from leading industry dignitaries, and key stakeholders, in New Delhi today. The BNCAP will be a… Continue reading ‘BNCAP will propel industry to march towards global standards’: Nitin Gadkari
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‘Received request to test 30 models,’ says Gadkari at BNCAP launch
The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, at the launch of the Bharat NCAP said that the request to test 30 models has already been received. Hailing the BNCAP was a historic moment, he said that the automotive industry is the backbone of India becoming a US$ 5 trillion economy, he stated. … Continue reading ‘Received request to test 30 models,’ says Gadkari at BNCAP launch
India announces BNCAP crash test process; to go into effect from October 1
India has become the fifth country in the world today to have its own crash test rating structure. Global NCAP along with the Ministry of (MORTH) have jointly announced Bharat NCAP crash test ratings. India’s own car crash test ratings will come into effect from October 1, 2023. The announcement confirming the approval of the… Continue reading India announces BNCAP crash test process; to go into effect from October 1
LS Mobility Solutions inks mega deal with Hyundai and Kia for EV relays
LS e-Mobility Solutions, a key electric vehicle parts subsidiary of LS Electric, has signed a large-scale contract with Hyundai Motor and Kia, with accumulated orders exceeding KRW 1 trillion (US$ 746 million). The contract is for the supply of EV relays for electric vehicles to the Korean automaker, with supplies commencing from the first half… Continue reading LS Mobility Solutions inks mega deal with Hyundai and Kia for EV relays
LS Mobility Solutions inks mega deal with Hyundai and Kia for EV relays
LS e-Mobility Solutions, a key electric vehicle parts subsidiary of LS Electric, has signed a large-scale contract with Hyundai Motor and Kia, with accumulated orders exceeding KRW 1 trillion (US$ 746 million). The contract is for the supply of EV relays for electric vehicles to the Korean automaker, with supplies commencing from the first half… Continue reading LS Mobility Solutions inks mega deal with Hyundai and Kia for EV relays
Scorpio, Bolero, XUV700 best-selling SUVs for Mahindra in April-July 2023
The Scorpio, comprising the Scorpio Classic and Scorpio Neo variants, is Mahindra & Mahindra’s best-selling SUV for Mahindra & Mahindra in the first four months of FY2024. The Scorpio is followed by the Bolero, XUV700, XUV300 and the Thar. Mahindra & Mahindra, which has eight SUVs (Bolero, Bolero Neo, Scorpio, Scorpio N, Scorpio Classic, Thar,… Continue reading Scorpio, Bolero, XUV700 best-selling SUVs for Mahindra in April-July 2023
Ford’s 2022 recall of Mustang Mach-E faces federal investigation after complaints persist
Federal safety regulators opened an investigation into what’s going on with the all-electric 2021-22 Ford Mustang Mach-E after customer complaints about power loss have continued despite having records of repair following a recall last year. At issue is how Ford has handled the recall and whether it implemented an effective remedy. An estimated 64,727 Mach-E… Continue reading Ford’s 2022 recall of Mustang Mach-E faces federal investigation after complaints persist
Are salaried workers required to cross a picket line during a labor strike? What happens.
Amid talk of labor strikes, many salaried white-collar workers are wondering whether they have the right to not cross a picket line, in support of lower-paid colleagues. The Detroit Free Press reported that Ford Motor Co. has been preparing its salaried workers to assume jobs in parts depots in case of a strike. So the… Continue reading Are salaried workers required to cross a picket line during a labor strike? What happens.
Michigan gas prices come down slightly, but hurricanes and heat likely to push them up
After two weeks of setting new gas price highs for 2023, the average price of gas in Michigan fell Monday by 5 cents, down to $3.86 a gallon for regular unleaded, according to AAA. Still, prices rising again is likely, industry experts say. The prediction is based on a combination of factors, including a rare… Continue reading Michigan gas prices come down slightly, but hurricanes and heat likely to push them up
Looking for a late-model used car for less than $20,000 in metro Detroit? Good luck
The number of used cars priced below $20,000 in metro Detroit has plummeted this year compared with four years ago, new data shows. A study from iSeeCars.com looked at 1- to 5-year-old used cars in the first seven months of the year in metro Detroit and found 12.8% priced below $20,000 compared with the same time… Continue reading Looking for a late-model used car for less than $20,000 in metro Detroit? Good luck