In August 2023, the EU car market expanded by 21%, reaching 787,626 registered units, marking the 13th consecutive month of growth. Despite August typically being a slower month for car sales, double-digit gains indicate that the EU market is rebounding from last year’s component shortages. There were double-digit percentage gains in most markets, including the… Continue reading EU new car sales up 21% in August, BEVs exceed 20% share for the first time
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Tata Projects to construct Micron’s advanced semiconductor facility in Gujarat
Tata Projects on Saturday collaborated with Micron Technology, to construct an advanced semiconductor assembly and test plant in Sanand, Gujarat. The contract awarded to Tata Projects solidifies the company’s proficiency in large-scale, sustainable infrastructure development in the Indian manufacturing landscape. Situated in the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation area of Chaarodi, Sanand, the project spans an… Continue reading Tata Projects to construct Micron’s advanced semiconductor facility in Gujarat
Mercedes-Benz India to begin child-part repair of EVs
Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India, which recently introduced the EQE SUV, its third all-electric model, says it is further strengthening its aftersales support for EV customers by equipping its network with the requisite tools and competencies to better service EVs, and also lower repair costs. To make its aftersales personnel acquainted with EVs when it first… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India to begin child-part repair of EVs
Mercedes-Benz India to begin child-part repair of EVs
Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India, which recently introduced the EQE SUV, its third all-electric model, says it is further strengthening its aftersales support for EV customers by equipping its network with the requisite tools and competencies to better service EVs, and also lower repair costs. To make its aftersales personnel acquainted with EVs when it first… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India to begin child-part repair of EVs
Is Cupra really any different to Seat?
For those of us who have spent years wondering where the Volkswagen Group was really going with Seat, once touted as its sporty mainstream marque, wonder no longer: the future is dim. We found out at the Munich motor show that Seat is to stop being a conventional car maker. Its current models will run… Continue reading Is Cupra really any different to Seat?
Interview: FIA boss on his conflict with F1’s commercial boom
But Ben Sulayem argues that as the Concorde Agreement that binds F1 commercially permits 12 teams, newcomers can’t be totally shut out. He has been vocally supportive of the Andretti operation, run by Michael Andretti – son of 1970s F1 legend Mario – that’s bidding to join in partnership with General Motors. “Our rules say… Continue reading Interview: FIA boss on his conflict with F1’s commercial boom
Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
In an effort to combine all its most ambitious electric vehicle and driver assistance technology into one halo program, Volkswagen is working on what it calls ‘Project Trinity’. This advanced program of hardware and software development has been referenced publicly by the brand since 2021, and will eventually take the form of a flagship production… Continue reading Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
UK 2035 petrol and diesel ban: what is it and what cars are affected?
All new petrol and diesel-powered cars and vans are set to be banned from sale in the UK in 2035, following a government move to postpone the measure that was originally scheduled to come into effect in 2030. The change of policy announced by Rishi Sunak brings the UK into line with the EU and… Continue reading UK 2035 petrol and diesel ban: what is it and what cars are affected?
Next generation Lexus model to be previewed by groundbreaking concept
Once considered behind the curve when it comes to EV development, Lexus – and by extension Toyota – is preparing to reveal a groundbreaking concept that might see it leap to the forefront of the class. Due to be revealed on October 28 at the Tokyo Mobility Show, the concept will directly preview a new… Continue reading Next generation Lexus model to be previewed by groundbreaking concept
More performance, range and value: Audi Q4 e-tron upgraded for 2024
Audi has released a substantial set of upgrades for its Q4 e-tron and Q4 e-tron Sportback twins for the 2024 model year. Having first launched the Q4 electric SUV onto the market in mid-2021, Audi will now offer three powertrain options, all with improved efficiency, electric range and performance. The new models will go on… Continue reading More performance, range and value: Audi Q4 e-tron upgraded for 2024