More EV launches in 2025-2026 may pose challenges in chip supply, says Skoda VW India exec

After wading through the pandemic-induced semiconductor shortage that led to significant cuts in vehicle production, the automotive industry might see some challenges in chip supply with the automakers accelerating their plans to launch many electric vehicle models in the market starting next year. Electric passenger vehicles uses almost twice as many chips as traditional internal… Continue reading More EV launches in 2025-2026 may pose challenges in chip supply, says Skoda VW India exec

Yokohama unveils Geolandar X-AT, Geolandar M/T G003 next-gen off-road tires

Yokohama India has unveiled two new additions to its Geolandar series: the Geolandar X-AT and Geolandar M/T G003. Engineered to meet the demands of off-road enthusiasts, these tires promise unmatched performance and durability. The Geolandar X-AT strikes a balance between All Terrain and Mud Terrain tires, providing superior traction and stability on various surfaces. Whether… Continue reading Yokohama unveils Geolandar X-AT, Geolandar M/T G003 next-gen off-road tires

From backwaters to bustling cities: India’s mini excavator boom reshapes landscape

At one point of time these machines were reserved for excavation work in the backwaters of Kerala. India’s pint-sized excavators are now clawing their way into construction sites across the country. These nimble hardworking machines, enjoying a staggering 60-70% of demand solely from the southern state, are finding their sweet spot in the tight confines… Continue reading From backwaters to bustling cities: India’s mini excavator boom reshapes landscape

From backwaters to bustling cities: India’s mini excavator boom reshapes landscape

At one point of time these machines were reserved for excavation work in the backwaters of Kerala. India’s pint-sized excavators are now clawing their way into construction sites across the country. These nimble hardworking machines, enjoying a staggering 60-70% of demand solely from the southern state, are finding their sweet spot in the tight confines… Continue reading From backwaters to bustling cities: India’s mini excavator boom reshapes landscape

Antolin’s new lighting system helps improve driver vision for safer night driving

Antolin, which is is investigating the potential of lighting as a versatile and intelligent system capable of interacting with various functions within the interior, has developed a new innovative lighting system. NightSight Assist is based on a lighting system that can optimise the driver’s pupil diameter by inhibiting adverse effects caused by low-light conditions and… Continue reading Antolin’s new lighting system helps improve driver vision for safer night driving

Antolin’s new lighting system helps improve driver vision for safer night driving

Antolin, which is is investigating the potential of lighting as a versatile and intelligent system capable of interacting with various functions within the interior, has developed a new innovative lighting system. NightSight Assist is based on a lighting system that can optimise the driver’s pupil diameter by inhibiting adverse effects caused by low-light conditions and… Continue reading Antolin’s new lighting system helps improve driver vision for safer night driving

Benteler to secure mega investment for autonomous mover production

Earlier this month, the Benteler Group announced that it is set to secure a multi-million-dollar investment to expand its autonomous mover business. Tasaru Mobility Investments, a Saudi Arabian investment company specializing in automotive initiatives, intends to acquire a minority stake in the Benteler subsidiary Holon for a nine-digit sum. The management of both companies signed… Continue reading Benteler to secure mega investment for autonomous mover production

Benteler to secure mega investment for autonomous mover production

Earlier this month, the Benteler Group announced that it is set to secure a multi-million-dollar investment to expand its autonomous mover business. Tasaru Mobility Investments, a Saudi Arabian investment company specializing in automotive initiatives, intends to acquire a minority stake in the Benteler subsidiary Holon for a nine-digit sum. The management of both companies signed… Continue reading Benteler to secure mega investment for autonomous mover production

New Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid gets 536bhp, 59-mile EV range

The new Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid has been revealed with shorter charging times and a longer electric-only range than its predecessor – and it’s quicker off the mark than the BMW M3.  Available to order now from £90,300, the new plug-in hybrid is the latest version of the third-generation Panamera, which was revealed late last year and is due… Continue reading New Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid gets 536bhp, 59-mile EV range

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Autocar has over 125 years of experience in testing new and used cars – and now we’re bringing the same rigorous testing to a large range of automotive products. That means when our team of product testing experts deliver their verdict, it’s one you can certainly trust. Our tests cover a wide range of automotive products,… Continue reading How we test car products