The Murugappa Group’s electric mobility arm, TI Clean Mobility, has invested nearly ₹3,000 crore in electric vehicles and plans to deploy more capital over the next two to three years as it scales up across multiple commercial EV segments. Speaking on the sidelines of a dealership inauguration, Arun Murugappan, Executive Chairman of TI Clean Mobility… Continue reading Murugappa’s TI Clean Mobility to Enter E‑Rickshaw Market, Investment Crosses ₹3,000 Cr
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Can Suzuki’s e-ACCESS Finally Put Japan on India’s EV Map?
On January 9, 2025, Suzuki Motorcycle India announced the commencement of bookings for its first electric scooter—the e-ACCESS. Priced at Rs 1,88,490 (ex-showroom Delhi), this modest-looking electric scooter carries on its slim shoulders a rather immodest burden: reversing years of Japanese dormancy in India’s electric two-wheeler revolution. The announcement marks Suzuki’s global entry into electric… Continue reading Can Suzuki’s e-ACCESS Finally Put Japan on India’s EV Map?
Alfa Romeo bespoke arm reveals wild Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
Alfa Romeo has unveiled the first car to come from its Bottegafuorisere bespoke division, a wild Giulia Quadrifoglio with a low-drag bodykit and split rear spoiler. Named Luna Rossa after an Italian sailing team, the new limited-run model – that was unveiled at the Brussels motor show – is pitched as the most extreme Quadrifoglio model… Continue reading Alfa Romeo bespoke arm reveals wild Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
Stripped-out, £38k Tesla Model 3 Standard coming to UK in Feb
Tesla has added the cheaper Standard variant to the Model 3 line-up in the UK, cutting the saloon’s starting price by £2000 to £39,990. Key changes from the previous entry level, the Rear-Wheel Drive, include swapping faux-leather upholstery for cloth and trading a centre console for an open storage area. The sound system forgoes a subwoofer… Continue reading Stripped-out, £38k Tesla Model 3 Standard coming to UK in Feb
GM to record $7.1 billion in fourth-quarter charges due to EV pullback, China restructuring
GM Hummer EV production in Detroit. Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for General Motors DETROIT – General Motors said Thursday it will record $7.1 billion in special charges for the fourth quarter of last year related to its pullback in electric vehicles and restructuring efforts in China. The Detroit automaker said in a public filing that… Continue reading GM to record $7.1 billion in fourth-quarter charges due to EV pullback, China restructuring
Used vehicle pricing expected to increase 2% in 2026, a historically stable rate
Ford Mustangs at a used car dealership in Montebello, California, May 5, 2025. Frederic J. Brown | AFP | Getty Images DETROIT — Prices of used vehicles are expected to rise this year but at a historically stable rate, according to auto data and insights firm Cox Automotive. Cox on Thursday forecast that wholesale prices… Continue reading Used vehicle pricing expected to increase 2% in 2026, a historically stable rate
Ford enters race to offer eyes-off driving tech, starting with $30,000 EV in 2028
Jim Farley, president and chief executive officer of Ford, speaks at the Ford Motor Co.’s Kentucky Truck Plant to launch the 2025 Ford Expedition, in Louisville, Kentucky, April 30, 2025. Carolyn Kaster | AP Ford Motor plans to introduce eyes-off driving technology on an upcoming $30,000 all-electric vehicle in 2028, the Detroit automaker announced Wednesday.… Continue reading Ford enters race to offer eyes-off driving tech, starting with $30,000 EV in 2028
Bharat Forge and Agile Robots Sign MoU for AI-Driven Industrial Automation
Bharat Forge Limited and Germany-based Agile Robots S.E. have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore strategic collaboration in AI-driven robotics and intelligent industrial automation. The partnership will focus on deploying solutions for the automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics industries in India and Southeast Asia. The collaboration is focused exclusively on civilian industry and manufacturing.… Continue reading Bharat Forge and Agile Robots Sign MoU for AI-Driven Industrial Automation
BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026
BMW Group India is gearing up for a pivotal 2026, with a 27‑product offensive that includes 10 new MINI models, aimed at delivering a sharp step‑up in sales and strengthening the British marque’s role in the company’s India strategy. MINI, according to Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, is set to be… Continue reading BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026
BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026
BMW Group India plans to launch its much-awaited all-new 450cc twin-cylinder motorcycle in the first half of 2026, as it looks to renew its attempt to make the luxury bikes more accessible to growing ranks of aspiring two-wheeler buyers after a modest attempt with the 310 cc bike. The 450 cc bike, along with new… Continue reading BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026