China has ordered Tesla, the world’s dominant maker of electric vehicles, to recall 1.1 million vehicles, citing an issue with the acceleration and braking systems of certain models manufactured in China and abroad. China’s market regulator announced the decision after carrying out an investigation into a reported defect, according to a statement issued on Friday.… Continue reading China Orders Tesla to Recall 1.1 Million Vehicles Over Braking Risks
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Tesla recalls 1.1 million cars in China over braking defect
Tesla recalled virtually every car it’s sold in China due to a braking and acceleration defect that may increase crash and safety risks. The automaker will deploy an over-the-air software fix to more than 1.1 million vehicles produced in Shanghai from January 2019 to April this year, plus some models imported into China, the State… Continue reading Tesla recalls 1.1 million cars in China over braking defect
Germany backs Northvolt plant in boost for Europe’s EV industry
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Maruti Suzuki begins production for the 5-door Jimny ahead of June launch
Maruti Suzuki has begun series production of the Jimny 5-door at its Gurugram plant. The Jimny will first go on sale in India next month and was shown to the general public in January at the Auto Expo 2023. Bookings for the Jimny 5-door had commenced on the day of its global debut and we can now confirm… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki begins production for the 5-door Jimny ahead of June launch
Best-selling cars 2023: the UK’s top 10 most popular models
The UK’s new car market saw its ninth consecutive month of growth in April 2023, with 132,990 cars being registered. This was an 11.1 per cent year-on-year increase over April 2022, but numbers are still yet to reach pre-pandemic levels. A slight shock to the market was a drop in demand for EVs. After a… Continue reading Best-selling cars 2023: the UK’s top 10 most popular models
Audi Q4 e-tron: the big reasons why real owners love it
Boasting the latest in-car technology, a cosseting premium tech-packed interior and eye-catching design, the Audi Q4 e-tron and Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron are the beating hearts of Audi’s fast-growing range of all-electric e-tron models. But, to truly get to the core of what makes these all-electric SUVs so compelling, you need to talk to real… Continue reading Audi Q4 e-tron: the big reasons why real owners love it
Honda hints at new sports car for 75th anniversary in 2023
Honda is poised to reveal a new sports car in 2023 as it celebrates its 75th anniversary, building on decades of motorsport-honed performance expertise. The Japanese manufacturer has previously stated its intent to continue offering performance vehicles and recently told Autocar that the Type R sporting brand will continue beyond today’s hot Civic. Now, it has… Continue reading Honda hints at new sports car for 75th anniversary in 2023
JLR limits production of cheaper Jaguar and Land Rover cars
JLR (formerly Jaguar Land Rover) will continue to prioritise production of its most profitable models until at least mid-2023, maintaining limited output of its more affordable cars while component supply continues to be restricted. Outlining its full-year sales and earnings figures today, JLR hailed the success of the latest Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and… Continue reading JLR limits production of cheaper Jaguar and Land Rover cars
Tata Motors remains upbeat on robust CV demand despite moderation in GDP forecasts
Even though various financial institutions have reduced their GDP forecasts for India for FY24, PB Balaji, Group Chief Financial Officer, Tata Motors, believes that the commercial vehicle (CV) segment remains in a good position in terms of growth due to several key indicators such as economic growth, GST collection, infrastructure development, and vehicle replacement demand,… Continue reading Tata Motors remains upbeat on robust CV demand despite moderation in GDP forecasts
Tata Motors increases capex by 25% to Rs 38,000 crore in FY24, hopes for market outperformance
On the back of a record FY23 performance, Tata Motors, India’s largest automobile company by revenues, plans to revise its capex upwards by 25% to Rs 38,000 crore in FY24, with improved chip supplies and expected sustenance in demand for both JLR and standalone business. The company plans to invest in products, platforms, and debottlenecking… Continue reading Tata Motors increases capex by 25% to Rs 38,000 crore in FY24, hopes for market outperformance