Having already charged past 2 million annual sales for the first time in the 11th month itself, India’s electric vehicle industry is on a roll this year. Importantly, for this vehicle segment, all four sub-segments – 2- and 3-wheelers, passenger and commercial vehicles – have already achieved their highest-ever annual sales and will go on… Continue reading India’s Electric Car and SUV Makers Set for Record Sales of 175,000 Units in CY2025
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Renault 5 and 4 among four EVs eligible for £3750 discount
Four more EVs have become eligible for the government’s £3750 Electric Car Grant (ECG), doubling the number of models in the top band. Those newly included are the Renault 4, Alpine A290, Mini Countryman and 52kWh variant of the Renault 5. Including the grant, the Renault 4 now costs from £23,455, the Renault 5 £23,945, the Countryman £25,350… Continue reading Renault 5 and 4 among four EVs eligible for £3750 discount
Reclaiming Momentum: How NRB Bearings Is Positioning for a Bigger, More Diverse Future
NRB Bearings is preparing for its most aggressive expansion in a decade. The company has outlined a multi-year plan that aims to double revenue by FY31, increase exports, expand industrial and aerospace offerings, and accelerate joint ventures and acquisitions. The push comes after a period marked by a fire accident, lost volumes, a family demerger… Continue reading Reclaiming Momentum: How NRB Bearings Is Positioning for a Bigger, More Diverse Future
Maruti Suzuki Eyes 1 lakh EV Charging Points by 2030; Invests ₹250 crore
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki is targeting to set up over 1 lakh charging points across the country by the end of this decade, as the automaker looks to boost consumer confidence in electric vehicles, says the company’s MD and CEO, Hisashi Takeuchi. The automaker, which is preparing to launch its first electric vehicle, the… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Eyes 1 lakh EV Charging Points by 2030; Invests ₹250 crore
Maruti Suzuki e VITARA Achieves 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has received a comprehensive five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for its e VITARA electric SUV, marking the company’s fourth consecutive top rating under the national vehicle assessment program. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari presented the certification to Maruti Suzuki, recognizing the e VITARA as India’s first five-star… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki e VITARA Achieves 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Who will replace McGovern at JLR? Your guess is as good as mine
News of the abrupt departure of JLR chief creative officer Gerry McGovern elicits feelings of both shock and long expectation, depending which group of commentators you consult. Reasons for the shock are clear enough: McGovern was given a huge amount of control over the “reimagination” of Jaguar when former CEO Thierry Bollore arrived to give… Continue reading Who will replace McGovern at JLR? Your guess is as good as mine
JLR axes design boss Gerry McGovern
JLR has axed design boss Gerry McGovern, sources inside the firm have told Autocar and Autocar India. It is understood that the brand’s chief creative officer was asked to leave the firm on Monday and his position was terminated with immediate effect. Autocar India’s source suggested McGovern was “escorted out of the office”, although the exact details… Continue reading JLR axes design boss Gerry McGovern
Footballers prove young people do like cars
It’s a popular refrain to suggest that young people are falling out of love with cars. As evidence, it’s noted that throughout much of the developed world, the proportion of young people learning to drive is down over the past two decades. Well, the stats can say that, but I’m not buying what’s inferred from them. Granted,… Continue reading Footballers prove young people do like cars
Ford set to channel Bronco for new PHEV SUV
Ford is preparing to launch a chunky new ‘Bronco’ SUV in Europe, inspired by its iconic US-market 4×4 flagship. Plans for the model were first discovered by Autocar, and Automotive News Europe has now reported that the new American-flavoured crossover will be produced in Valencia alongside the closely related Kuga. Ford’s Spanish plant will build the… Continue reading Ford set to channel Bronco for new PHEV SUV
Kia will unveil EV2 in January as Renault 4 rival
Kia will unveil the EV2 crossover in January as its new entry-level electric model. The Renault 4 rival will make its debut at the Brussels motor show on 9 January, when the Korean brand will also unveil new range-topping GT variants of the EV3, EV4 and EV5. Previewed by new pictures released on Tuesday, the new… Continue reading Kia will unveil EV2 in January as Renault 4 rival