The Vauxhall Astra is the latest model in the British brand’s line up to get the zero emissions treatment. The rather unimaginatively named Vauxhall Astra Electric will be available as a five-door hatchback and Sports Tourer estate – just like the current, eighth-generation Astra – and will start from £39,995. Instead of relying on the… Continue reading New 2023 Vauxhall Astra Electric to start from £39,995
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Stellantis and Galloo plan JV for end-of-life vehicle recycling
Stellantis and leading metals recycler Galloo today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enter into exclusive negotiations to form a joint venture focused on End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) recycling as part of the automaker’s continued commitment to build its circular economy activities. The Stellantis-Galloo joint venture will work with selected authorised treatment facilities to… Continue reading Stellantis and Galloo plan JV for end-of-life vehicle recycling
Continental-Nisshinbo’s new plant in Gurugram to drive up localisation of electronic brake systems
In line with its strategy of ‘in the Market, for the Market’, technology company Continental has announced the inauguration of a new plant in Gurugram, together with its joint venture partner Nisshinbo Holdings. The JV was announced early last year, with Continental holding a share of 40 percent and Nisshinbo 60 percent. The new JV… Continue reading Continental-Nisshinbo’s new plant in Gurugram to drive up localisation of electronic brake systems
Maruti Suzuki to set up two new solar plants in Rohtak and Manesar as part of its renewable energy push
Accelerating efforts on the environment front and strengthening its commitment to carbon neutrality, Maruti Suzuki India announced the installation of two new solar power plants at its facilities. These two solar power plants, namely 1.85 MWp at the R&D Centre, Rohtak, and 20 MWp at Manesar will be commissioned in FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki to set up two new solar plants in Rohtak and Manesar as part of its renewable energy push
Dhiraj Tripathi appointed as Vice President – Export and Electric Vehicles at Piaggio Vehicles
Piaggio Vehicles (PVPL), a 100 % subsidiary of the Italian auto giant Piaggio Group and India’s manufacturer of small commercial vehicles as well as electric 3W, has announced the appointment of Dhiraj Tripathi as Vice President- Export and Electric Vehicles. In his new role with Piaggio India, Tripathi will be responsible for the Sales, Service,… Continue reading Dhiraj Tripathi appointed as Vice President – Export and Electric Vehicles at Piaggio Vehicles
SWITCH Mobility delivers first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to UK-based Stagecoach
SWITCH Mobility, a Hinduja Group company and the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer, has delivered the first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to Stagecoach, one of the UK’s leading bus and coach operators. These first set of deliveries are part of a 20 bus order received from Stagecoach, for… Continue reading SWITCH Mobility delivers first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to UK-based Stagecoach
SWITCH Mobility delivers first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to UK-based Stagecoach
SWITCH Mobility, a Hinduja Group company and the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer, has delivered the first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to Stagecoach, one of the UK’s leading bus and coach operators. These first set of deliveries are part of a 20 bus order received from Stagecoach, for… Continue reading SWITCH Mobility delivers first set of SWITCH Metrocity electric buses to UK-based Stagecoach
MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution
MG Motor India has joined hands with Lohum Cleantech, a producer of sustainable energy transition materials, for the reuse and life cycle management of EV batteries. The partnership will aim to develop the concept of second-life solutions for batteries, ensuring their efficient utilisation. The project will harness the potential of used batteries by repurposing them… Continue reading MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution
MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution
MG Motor India has joined hands with Lohum Cleantech, a producer of sustainable energy transition materials, for the reuse and life cycle management of EV batteries. The partnership will aim to develop the concept of second-life solutions for batteries, ensuring their efficient utilisation. The project will harness the potential of used batteries by repurposing them… Continue reading MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution
MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution
MG Motor India has joined hands with Lohum Cleantech, a producer of sustainable energy transition materials, for the reuse and life cycle management of EV batteries. The partnership will aim to develop the concept of second-life solutions for batteries, ensuring their efficient utilisation. The project will harness the potential of used batteries by repurposing them… Continue reading MG Motor India partners with LOHUM for ‘Second Life’ EV battery solution