Electric Dreams: Tamil Nadu aims to be India’s top EV hub

Considered the Detroit of India, the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu is vying to be the most preferred investment destination for electric vehicles (EVs) in the world. With marque names like Hyundai, Foxxcon, Ola, Ashok Leyland, and TVS Motor committing significant investments, the proactive Minister of State of Industries, Dr T R B Rajaa… Continue reading Electric Dreams: Tamil Nadu aims to be India’s top EV hub

Electric Dreams: Tamil Nadu aims to be India’s top EV hub

Considered the Detroit of India, the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu is vying to be the most preferred investment destination for electric vehicles (EVs) in the world. With marque names like Hyundai, Foxxcon, Ola, Ashok Leyland, and TVS Motor committing significant investments, the proactive Minister of State of Industries, Dr T R B Rajaa… Continue reading Electric Dreams: Tamil Nadu aims to be India’s top EV hub

Don’t expect India to grow in double digits like China, Indian car market to grow by 6% by FY31, says RC Bhargava

RC Bhargava, the Chairman of Maruti Suzuki says he does not expect the Indian market to grow in double digits like China, but anticipates it will grow at a much slower rate of 6% till FY31. Yet, Maruti Suzuki, on its part, will be looking at almost doubling the capacity to 4 million units in… Continue reading Don’t expect India to grow in double digits like China, Indian car market to grow by 6% by FY31, says RC Bhargava

Don’t expect India to grow in double digits like China, Indian car market to grow by 6% by FY31, says RC Bhargava

RC Bhargava, the Chairman of Maruti Suzuki says he does not expect the Indian market to grow in double digits like China, but anticipates it will grow at a much slower rate of 6% till FY31. Yet, Maruti Suzuki, on its part, will be looking at almost doubling the capacity to 4 million units in… Continue reading Don’t expect India to grow in double digits like China, Indian car market to grow by 6% by FY31, says RC Bhargava

Chevy Bolt owners sound off, flood my inbox with what they want in new model

I asked, and did you ever answer. I wrote about GM’s decision to build a new version of the Chevy Bolt electric vehicle and asked you what features you’d want from the vehicle I am calling “Son of Bolt.” GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra said the automaker will develop faster and at a lower… Continue reading Chevy Bolt owners sound off, flood my inbox with what they want in new model

2 auto unions to bargain with the Detroit 3 at same time, each want a share of profits

Unifor — the union that represents autoworkers in Canada — is preparing to kick off official contract talks with the Detroit Three automakers, taking a different approach and tone to bargaining than the UAW, its U.S. counterpart. Unifor is expected to put forth a different set of demands as well. But make no mistake, said… Continue reading 2 auto unions to bargain with the Detroit 3 at same time, each want a share of profits

UAW’s demands could increase labor costs to $100 per hour per worker

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Payne: How Ford racing has become an integral part of Ford production

This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for the rest of the year. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Trusted, up-to-date local Detroit and Michigan-wide breaking news. Accurate, fact-based journalism without an agenda, so you get the information you need to make informed decisions. Complete coverage and commentary on Michigan politics… Continue reading Payne: How Ford racing has become an integral part of Ford production

Driving South: Auto giants flock to southern India

As the country ushers in the era of electric vehicles (EV), South India is becoming the auto industry’s preferred base for manufacturing and exports. With a vibrant supply chain ecosystem, favourable policies, close proximity to port and other factors, India’s southern states continue to be the front runners in EV manufacturing and consumption. Among them,… Continue reading Driving South: Auto giants flock to southern India

Driving South: Auto giants flock to southern India

As the country ushers in the era of electric vehicles (EV), South India is becoming the auto industry’s preferred base for manufacturing and exports. With a vibrant supply chain ecosystem, favourable policies, close proximity to port and other factors, India’s southern states continue to be the front runners in EV manufacturing and consumption. Among them,… Continue reading Driving South: Auto giants flock to southern India