Maruti aims to double SUV market share to 25 percent in FY24, aims to dethrone Tata Motors from number 1 position Led by the new compact SUV Fronx, Maruti Suzuki – the country’s largest car maker plans to dethrone Tata Motors from the number one position in the fast-growing SUV space in FY24 – its… Continue reading Maruti aims to double SUV market share to 25 percent in FY24, aims to dethrone Tata Motors from number 1 position
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Aiways U6
There’s no physical start button inside; as in the U5, a press of the brake pedal primes the electrics and gets the car ready to go. Step-off is quite lively, and the U6 is brisk enough to prove entertaining when you want it to be, with hot-hatchback-typical levels of performance. Gunning it from 0-62mph takes 6.9sec. Power delivery… Continue reading Aiways U6
Inside the industry: Echoes of Chevy as Ford goes American in Europe
Unapologetically American. Two buzzwords on which Ford has staked its future in Europe. Two buzzwords that, I’m guessing, are sparking either excitement or fear in you right now – or maybe a bit of both – depending on your world view. Baseball, burgers and big, brash events are all things I think the Americans do… Continue reading Inside the industry: Echoes of Chevy as Ford goes American in Europe
New 2023 Polestar 4 officially previewed ahead of Shanghai reveal
The Polestar 4 coupe-crossover will be revealed at the Shanghai motor show later this month, and the electric car firm has officially previewed the model by revealing its headlight design. Polestar revealed a top-down shot of the 4’s badge and front headlight, revealing a sleek, narrow design similar to the Polestar 2 and upcoming Polestar… Continue reading New 2023 Polestar 4 officially previewed ahead of Shanghai reveal
Alfa Romeo’s first EV to arrive next year as Jeep Avenger twin
Alfa Romeo’s first electric car will be launched next year as a Jeep Avenger-twinned compact crossover that aims to give the Italian brand a foothold in one of the most fiercely contested emerging segments of the market. Originally tipped to be called the Brennero, the new car will spearhead Alfa Romeo’s goal of attracting new… Continue reading Alfa Romeo’s first EV to arrive next year as Jeep Avenger twin
‘Road construction has to reach at least 12000-13000 km for construction equipment industry to grow by 10-15 percent in FY24’: Sandeep Singh, MD, Tata Hitachi
‘Road construction has to reach at least 12000-13000 km for construction equipment industry to grow by 10-15 percent in FY24’: Sandeep Singh, MD, Tata Hitachi Even though an increase in road construction over the last four months has provided relief to India’s construction equipment (CE) industry, Sandeep Singh, the Managing Director of Tata Hitachi, believes that… Continue reading ‘Road construction has to reach at least 12000-13000 km for construction equipment industry to grow by 10-15 percent in FY24’: Sandeep Singh, MD, Tata Hitachi
Renault Nissan India targets output of 350,000 units by 2026, new midsize SUVs coming in 2025
Renault Nissan India targets output of 350,000 units by 2026, new midsize SUVs coming in 2025 Having committed $600 million in its next phase of investment, Franco-Japanese alliance Renault Nissan has kicked off work on its midsize SUV programme for the Indian market. Autocar Professional learns the company has commenced work on projects P1311-R and… Continue reading Renault Nissan India targets output of 350,000 units by 2026, new midsize SUVs coming in 2025
Tech Talk: The genius of the Lamborghini Revuelto’s gearbox
Since they hit the mainstream in the early 2000s, dual-clutch transmissions (DCTs) have travelled a long a curious curve of driver acceptance. Initial joy that they were so much more compelling than the torque-converter slushers and automated manuals they replaced eventually gave way to a yearning for manuals as the novelty wore off. However, it’s… Continue reading Tech Talk: The genius of the Lamborghini Revuelto’s gearbox
Yamaha to use recycled polypropylene in commuter models for ASEAN markets
Yamaha Motor Co has announced today that it has succeeded in developing a high-quality and environmentally friendly recycled polypropylene (PP) material which can be used for the main exterior bodywork for motorcycles. The company will begin using the new raw material with the main 2023 commuter models for ASEAN markets. This eco-friendly recycled PP material… Continue reading Yamaha to use recycled polypropylene in commuter models for ASEAN markets
Euler Motors launches electric cargo three-wheeler with 170km range
Euler Motors today launched the advanced 2023 version of its HiLoad EV with the highest battery pack and range in the three-wheeler cargo segment. The new HiLoad EV 2023 comes with an industry highest 13kWh battery pack, 170km ARAI-certified range (real range 100-120km), and 30% higher payload capacity (688kg). The EV OEM claims the Hiload EV… Continue reading Euler Motors launches electric cargo three-wheeler with 170km range