Volkswagen is preparing to introduce a trio of crucial new electric SUVs under a revised ID model strategy recently implemented by its CEO Thomas Schafer. The three new SUVs have been conceived to provide the German carmaker with a broader spread of electric models in each of Europe’s key market segments. They will build on the… Continue reading Volkswagen Tiguan electric SUV in the works
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Suzuki inaugurates exclusive motorcycle showroom, ‘Bike Zone’ in Mumbai and Ahmedabad
Suzuki Motorcycle India, the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) inaugurated its first exclusive motorcycle showroom in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Both these Exclusive Suzuki Motorcycle Showrooms will be the 7th and 8th Suzuki Bike Zone Outlets in India respectively. Kenichi Umeda, Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India said, “In FY 2022-23, the company recorded an… Continue reading Suzuki inaugurates exclusive motorcycle showroom, ‘Bike Zone’ in Mumbai and Ahmedabad
Hyundai reveals Exter micro-SUV, bookings open ahead of India launch
Following a string of teasers, Hyundai has now officially revealed the upcoming Exter SUV for India. Hyundai has not just shown the Exter’s exterior design for the first time, but it has also commenced bookings for a token amount of Rs 11,000 ahead of its launch. The company has also confirmed trim details and powertrain options for the… Continue reading Hyundai reveals Exter micro-SUV, bookings open ahead of India launch
Lithium reserves also discovered in Rajasthan
Lithium reserves have also been discovered in Degana, Rajasthan, according to media reports. It is believed that these reserves are higher than the ones recently located in Jammu & Kashmir. Following the recent discovery of 5.9 million tonnes of inferred lithium reserves in Jammu & Kashmir, Autocar Professional had reported that GSI was conducting the… Continue reading Lithium reserves also discovered in Rajasthan
Amara Raja Batteries holds ceremony for Telangana’s first gigafactory in Mahbubnagar district
Amara Raja Batteries (ARBL), an industrial and automotive battery firm, today held a ceremony for Telangana’s first gigafactory in Mahbubnagar district. KT Rama Rao, Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development; Industries and Commerce and Information Technology, Electronics, and Communications, Government of Telangana was present at the occasion along with Dr. Ramachandra N Galla – Founder, Amara Raja… Continue reading Amara Raja Batteries holds ceremony for Telangana’s first gigafactory in Mahbubnagar district
Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden
Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first time. These zero exhaust emission trucks use hydrogen to produce their own electricity onboard, making them suitable for longer transport assignments. Now, the trucks have been tested on public roads for the first time. To make it extra challenging, the tests have… Continue reading Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden
Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden
Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first time. These zero exhaust emission trucks use hydrogen to produce their own electricity onboard, making them suitable for longer transport assignments. Now, the trucks have been tested on public roads for the first time. To make it extra challenging, the tests have… Continue reading Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden
Stellantis India appoints Aditya Jairaj as Deputy MD
Aditya Jairaj has more than 17 years of experience in the automotive sector. Before joining Stellantis, he served as the Head, EV Strategy and Transformation for Nissan. Global automaker Stellantis has appointed Aditya Jairaj as the Deputy Managing Director of Stellantis India, effective May 4. Jairaj will also lead the Jeep brand’s operations in the… Continue reading Stellantis India appoints Aditya Jairaj as Deputy MD
BorgWarner to supply battery packs for e-buses to global power technology company
US-based global automotive supplier BorgWarner has been selected by a global power technology leader to supply battery packs for a series of electric buses. Michigan-based BorgWarner will provide a pair of standardised ultra-high energy packs and a battery management system that the company will integrate into its electrification package for each vehicle. The package will… Continue reading BorgWarner to supply battery packs for e-buses to global power technology company
Schaeffler India lands over Rs 2,700 crore electric axle order
Automotive and industrial parts maker Schaeffler India, part of the Euro 16 million Germany-based Schaeffler Group, has received a Rs 2700 (Euro 300 million) order for its two-in-one electric axles as the supplier transitions to electrification from internal combustion. The order, from an unnamed Indian automaker, is the company’s first system-level solution offering in the… Continue reading Schaeffler India lands over Rs 2,700 crore electric axle order