Statiq, India’s largest EV charging network, has launched a Public Fast EV charging station at the Ramada Encore by Wyndham, in Bareilly. The initiative will add to the ongoing and larger drive for increased EV usage in the state of Uttar Pradesh and indeed all over India. At the same time, it will also complement the UP government’s… Continue reading STATIQ gives green mobility push to Bareilly, sets up a Public EV fast-charging station at Ramada Encore by Wyndham, Bareilly
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Road construction to witness 16-21% jump in FY2024, ahead of general elections: ICRA
ICRA, a rating agency, forecasts a 16–21% increase in road execution activity in FY2024 to 12,000–12,500 km, owing to a healthy pipeline of projects, increased government capital outlay, and a focus on project completions ahead of the general elections. Furthermore, it expects toll collection growth to be 6-9% in FY2024, primarily supported by a 4-5% growth in… Continue reading Road construction to witness 16-21% jump in FY2024, ahead of general elections: ICRA
India Auto Inc retail sales down 4% in April, FADA urges 10% GST cut on two-wheelers
India Auto Inc retail sales down 4% in April, FADA urges 10% GST cut on two-wheelers The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today released vehicle retail sales numbers for April 2023. Overall retails at 1.72 million units across five vehicle categories last month translate into a 4.03% decline year on year (April 2022: 17,97,432… Continue reading India Auto Inc retail sales down 4% in April, FADA urges 10% GST cut on two-wheelers
‘We understand the speed and sequence of EV adoption’: Dharm Vahalia
Chennai-based Ascend Performance Materials is actively engaged with all major global OEMs and Tier I companies, many of whom are also operating in India. Over the past decade, the company has been a partner to market leaders in the EV segment where it helps them build battery modules, battery seals, wire harness retainers, connectors, suspension… Continue reading ‘We understand the speed and sequence of EV adoption’: Dharm Vahalia
‘We understand the speed and sequence of EV adoption’: Dharm Vahalia
Chennai-based Ascend Performance Materials is actively engaged with all major global OEMs and Tier I companies, many of whom are also operating in India. Over the past decade, the company has been a partner to market leaders in the EV segment where it helps them build battery modules, battery seals, wire harness retainers, connectors, suspension… Continue reading ‘We understand the speed and sequence of EV adoption’: Dharm Vahalia
Petronet LNG to establish 4-5 compressed biogas stations, includes them as part of Rs 1,700 crore capex plan for FY24
Petronet LNG to establish 4-5 compressed biogas stations, includes them as part of Rs 1,700 crore capex plan for FY24 Petronet LNG (PLNG), India’s largest player in the LNG sector, plans to establish 4-5 compressed biogas stations. The initiative has already been incorporated into the company’s capex plan, which stands at approximately Rs 1,700 crore… Continue reading Petronet LNG to establish 4-5 compressed biogas stations, includes them as part of Rs 1,700 crore capex plan for FY24
Upgraded Audi A4 to become new A5 as firm rebrands line-up
The Audi A4 is set to be rebranded to A5 as Audi rethinks its branding for the hybrid era, designating internal-combustion-engined cars with odd numbers. Spotted testing at the Nürburgring ahead of its debut, the new A5’s styling is a clear evolution of the current model’s, with more angular headlights and a larger, flatter, front… Continue reading Upgraded Audi A4 to become new A5 as firm rebrands line-up
How US firm Luminar plans to revolutionise car safety
When it comes to grabbing attention, lidar developer Luminar doesn’t hold back. In 2021, it pledged to deliver the “uncrashable car”. And its website proudly asserts: “First seatbelts. Then airbags. Now Luminar.” Lofty claims, and it seems manufacturers are being persuaded of the company’s potential. A multi-billion-dollar deal with Mercedes has been secured and there… Continue reading How US firm Luminar plans to revolutionise car safety
2023 Peugeot 2008 gains upgraded EV variant and styling refresh
The revised Peugeot 2008 will arrive later this year with a subtle styling change and a modified powertrain line-up, which includes a significant upgrade to its all-electric variant. Set to open for order in the UK in the summer, the latest 2008 has a wider, more aggressive front end featuring the new Peugeot badge, black bumper inserts and updated… Continue reading 2023 Peugeot 2008 gains upgraded EV variant and styling refresh
‘India is one of the most competitive markets in the world’: Thierry Koskas, CEO, Citroen
‘India is one of the most competitive markets in the world’: Thierry Koskas, CEO, Citroen Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas believes that the C3 Aircross can become the main competitor in this busy segment, as he goes on to highlight India’s plans for the company and touches upon why India is one of the most competitive… Continue reading ‘India is one of the most competitive markets in the world’: Thierry Koskas, CEO, Citroen