Renault Nissan Automotive India to invest Rs 1.4 crore in upgrading school infrastructure in Oragadam

Renault Nissan Automotive India (RNAIPL) has announced that it will be investing over Rs 1.4 crore under its ‘Karpom Munneruvom’ (Learning for Progress) initiative to upgrade infrastructure at eight schools in and around Oragadam as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments for FY23-24. Between July and December 2023, RNAIPL will build classrooms and restrooms, and… Continue reading Renault Nissan Automotive India to invest Rs 1.4 crore in upgrading school infrastructure in Oragadam

‘Our technologies are not just about product development’: Nand Kochhar

The global automotive industry is undergoing a massive transformation, with sustainability determining an accelerated shift towards zero-emission-propulsion technologies. The need to conform to renewed cost, quality, and performance attributes is driving rapid adoption of digital solutions that are enabling change management across OEMs and suppliers. Siemens Digital Industries Software, which is a global leader in… Continue reading ‘Our technologies are not just about product development’: Nand Kochhar

Bosch starts production of fuel-cell power module; targets EUR 5 billion in sales with H2 tech by 2030

Bosch, leading technology and service provider has commenced volume production of its fuel-cell power module at its Stuttgart-Feuerbach location based in the United States. By 2030, the company plans to generate sales of roughly 5 billion euros with hydrogen technology. This location will serve as the pilot customer with its Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell… Continue reading Bosch starts production of fuel-cell power module; targets EUR 5 billion in sales with H2 tech by 2030

Hero Electric ties up with IDFC First for affordable finance options

Electric two-wheeler maker Hero Electric has announced a strategic collaboration with IDFC FIRST Bank to offer easy and affordable finance options to its customers. Offering a low Equated Monthly Instalment (EMI) starting at Rs 2,731, and a 100% Loan to Value (LTV) offer.  According to the tie-up with IDFC, Hero Electric customers choosing this plan will… Continue reading Hero Electric ties up with IDFC First for affordable finance options

Ola Electric inks pact with Shriram City Union Finance for low-cost EV financing

Ola Electric has tied up with Shriram City Union Finance to offer low-cost loans starting from 8.99% for a tenure of 48 months. The company claims in a press release that approvals will be guaranteed in minutes. Shriram City Union Finance is among the largest financiers of 2-wheelers in the country with about 2,800 branches across… Continue reading Ola Electric inks pact with Shriram City Union Finance for low-cost EV financing

Bridgestone India Trains over 200 women as mechanics and commercial drivers

Tyre manufacturer Bridgestone India has trained over 200 women to become professional drivers and mechanics in Indore, under the Yantrika Programme in association with Samaan Society. 60 women have been trained as two-wheeler mechanics, and 149 as drivers. Since June 2023,  ten women mechanics from this group have been a part of “Mechanic on Wheels” service, providing servicing of two-wheelers… Continue reading Bridgestone India Trains over 200 women as mechanics and commercial drivers

‘There cannot be one single silver bullet for all kinds of needs and applications’: Akshay Singhal

Electric Vehicles and batteries powering them are under the spotlight frequently as there’s a race to produce the best solution when it comes to cell chemistries. The technical challenges are abundant and there’s no single solution as tech companies and start-ups are busy finding ways to get the best in place. It’s a constantly evolving… Continue reading ‘There cannot be one single silver bullet for all kinds of needs and applications’: Akshay Singhal

Maruti Suzuki Invicto bookings cross 7,000 units, waiting period surpasses 2 months

Maruti Suzuki says bookings for its recently launched premium MPV, the Invicto, currently hover around 7,000 units, and the numbers are only going to go higher from here. A quick check with the dealers confirms a waiting period of around two months for the Invicto at most locations.  The Invicto gets two seating layouts, like its platform sibling,… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Invicto bookings cross 7,000 units, waiting period surpasses 2 months

Cabinet clears amendment to MMDR Act to enable private entities in lithium mining: IANS

The Union Cabinet is said to have cleared the Amendment of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act 1957, which will pave the way for the private sector to bid for mining critical minerals such as lithium, IANS reported.  Persons in the know said that from the list of critical minerals, a few have… Continue reading Cabinet clears amendment to MMDR Act to enable private entities in lithium mining: IANS

Exter to strengthen Hyundai’s sub-Rs 10 lakh segment, says Tarun Garg

The Exter is Hyundai‘s first all-new product in the sub-Rs 10 lakh segment in quite some time. It’s directly targeted at the Tata Punch, which is the third bestseller in the sub-4m SUV segment after the Nexon and the Maruti Brezza, and Hyundai is banking hard on it to strengthen its sub-Rs 10 lakh segment, which is the core of the market.… Continue reading Exter to strengthen Hyundai’s sub-Rs 10 lakh segment, says Tarun Garg