General Motors (GM) has moved a step closer to a shock Formula 1 entry after the FIA, world motorsport’s governing body, approved an application by racing giant Andretti Autosport to enter the category. The two American firms had announced a big to enter F1 with a new team named Andretti Cadillac earlier this year, and those plans have now… Continue reading Cadillac-backed Andretti Formula 1 bid is approved as 11th team
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Ora Funky Cat gains bigger battery for 260 miles of range
The Ora Funky Cat – a quirky Volkswagen ID 3 rival from Chinese firm Great Wall Motor – has gained a larger battery for an improved range. Already available with a 48kWh battery and 193 miles of range, the electric hatchback can now also be selected with a 63kWh unit to offer 260 miles of range, according to the… Continue reading Ora Funky Cat gains bigger battery for 260 miles of range
M&M’s domestic CV wholesales surge 10% YoY to 23,997 units in September 2023
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), the Mumbai-based automotive major, reported a significant increase in domestic sales for commercial vehicles, with a jump of 9.93% to 23,997 units, compared to 21,666 units in the same month last year. According to the data provided by M&M, the sales of vehicles in the Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) category weighing… Continue reading M&M’s domestic CV wholesales surge 10% YoY to 23,997 units in September 2023
Tata Motors sees 24% surge in MHCV wholesales in Q2FY24
Mumbai-based automotive giant Tata Motors reported a significant 24% increase in wholesale of medium- and heavy commercial vehicles (MHCV) during the second quarter of fiscal year 2023. The surge in sales can be attributed to a robust infrastructure push by the government, replacement demand, growth in core sectors, and a sustained spike in the e-commerce industry.… Continue reading Tata Motors sees 24% surge in MHCV wholesales in Q2FY24
Tata Motors sees 24% surge in MHCV wholesales in Q2FY24
Mumbai-based automotive giant Tata Motors reported a significant 24% increase in wholesale of medium- and heavy commercial vehicles (MHCV) during the second quarter of fiscal year 2023. The surge in sales can be attributed to a robust infrastructure push by the government, replacement demand, growth in core sectors, and a sustained spike in the e-commerce industry.… Continue reading Tata Motors sees 24% surge in MHCV wholesales in Q2FY24
MHI directs OMCs to float 7400 EV charger mega tender
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has directed Oil marketing companies (OMCs) to float a common tender for over 7,400 EV chargers, amid challenges of erratic functionality of 1,000 plus chargers installed under FAME 2 and supporting the rising EV population. This is expected to be issued on the government’s e-procurement portal by this month’s end. Slated to… Continue reading MHI directs OMCs to float 7400 EV charger mega tender
Why do Chinese cars cost so much more in Europe?
Cars in China are almost obscenely cheap; the same model over here costs up to double as much for the same specification. Almost two-thirds of Chinese automotive exports to the UK are electric cars, and despite their well-known price premium over ICE cars, the same EVs are being sold in China at prices below that of… Continue reading Why do Chinese cars cost so much more in Europe?
Radical Qualcomm concept previews tech for BMW, JLR, Mercedes
Chip maker Qualcomm brought its own concept car to the 2023 Munich motor show to demonstrate the latest in-car infotainment tricks made possible by its Snapdragon ‘system on chip’ platform. The US company, better known for its smartphone chips, has built a formidable list of automotive clients for the Snapdragon Digital Chassis architecture that is helping… Continue reading Radical Qualcomm concept previews tech for BMW, JLR, Mercedes
20mph zones unlikely to improve air quality, leading scientist warns
Just weeks after the Welsh government implemented 20mph speed limits on most residential roads, a leading scientist has told Autocar that the move is unlikely to improve air quality in Wales – one of the scheme’s primary objectives. Frank Kelly, a professor at Imperial College London and director of the Environmental Research Group at King’s… Continue reading 20mph zones unlikely to improve air quality, leading scientist warns
Alfa Romeo V6 to survive Euro 7 emissions regulations
Alfa Romeo will continue to use its renowned 2.9-litre petrol V6 engine beyond the July 2025 introduction of the European Union’s Euro 7 emissions regulations. Speaking recently, CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato confirmed the Italian company’s intention to use the twin-turbocharged engine in future applications, although he stopped short of hinting at what those might be. Asked if… Continue reading Alfa Romeo V6 to survive Euro 7 emissions regulations