Having rejigged its global equity structure, Renault-Nissan alliance is set to make yet another attempt to take a crack at the mainstream Indian passenger vehicle market. Autocar India learns that the Franco-Japanese alliance is expected to make a big announcement in Chennai tomorrow on the launch of half a dozen new product introductions in India,… Continue reading Renault Nissan alliance to announce India launch of six new models this week
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How Ducati is gearing up for the electric era
Cazzoli, when pressed on using specific powertrains for different segments, highlighted that this was a further element to consider, adding that an electric powertrain may have a better use-case for smaller machines. “An electric powertrain for a scooter makes quite a lot of sense because users are typically riding around a city, but if you’re… Continue reading How Ducati is gearing up for the electric era
Top 10 UVs’ sales in first 10 months of FY2023 surpass a million units
The pace of sales of utility vehicles (UVs) in India continues to surprise. Sustained growth in high double-digits means new highs are being set on a regular basis. Cumulative sales in the April 2022 to January 2023 period are a case in point – total numbers of the Top 10 or best-selling UVs add up… Continue reading Top 10 UVs’ sales in first 10 months of FY2023 surpass a million units
Whitmer to close deal with Ford, bring 2,500 battery jobs to Marshall
Ford Motor Company plans to create 2,500 battery plant jobs in Marshall as part of a multi-billion dollar factory investment, the Detroit Free Press has confirmed. While the project will be a partnership between two companies, Ford will own the physical structures, run the operations and employ the workers; its partner is a global expert… Continue reading Whitmer to close deal with Ford, bring 2,500 battery jobs to Marshall
Jeep’s first EV wins Europe’s top new-vehicle award
What happened? Jeep’s first all-electric model wins Europe’s top new-vehicle trophy. What is it? The Jeep Avenger, a subcompact SUV. How much will it cost? Prices start at €39,500 (US$42,430). When can you buy it? Now, if you live in Europe. Probably never in the United States. Jeep scored a surprise victory as its first… Continue reading Jeep’s first EV wins Europe’s top new-vehicle award
I bought an old BMW and my husband apologized to family members
First I noticed the bronze sculpture was missing. It always sat on the front porch of a single-story house near Lake Huron where an old sailor once lived. I met him walking along the beach years ago. When I noticed the disappearance of the sculpture — a little girl on her tummy reading a book… Continue reading I bought an old BMW and my husband apologized to family members
Ford to announce $2.5B battery plant in Marshall with Chinese partner
Ford Motor Co. on Monday is expected to detail a multibillion-dollar investment with a Chinese company to build an electric-vehicle battery plant on a site in mid-Michigan, The Detroit News has confirmed. The Dearborn automaker is poised to unveil a project worth at least $2.5 billion that would create roughly 2,500 jobs in partnership with… Continue reading Ford to announce $2.5B battery plant in Marshall with Chinese partner
Ram accepting $100 reservations for electric 1500 REV pickup truck
Ram Trucks now is allowing buyers interested in its forthcoming all-electric 1500 REV pickup to reserve their spot in line to preorder the vehicle, which will be available in the fourth quarter of next year, according to a new website. The Stellantis NV brand sent a promotional email on Friday announcing “up to 48-hour early… Continue reading Ram accepting $100 reservations for electric 1500 REV pickup truck
MG Motor India and BPCL install 12 fast EV chargers on Delhi-Jalandhar highway
MG Motor India inaugurated 12 DC fast charging stations for EVs on the Delhi-Jalandhar corridor, in partnership with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL). The inauguration event took place today at Prem Service Station, Delhi and simultaneously at 11 other stations. The first MG Motor-BPCL fast-charging highway corridor will have the charging points installed at approximately… Continue reading MG Motor India and BPCL install 12 fast EV chargers on Delhi-Jalandhar highway
Tata Motors achieves RDE and E20-compliance for entire PV range
Tata Motors has announced introduction of its BS6 Phase II range of passenger vehicles with RDE (Real Driving Emissions) and E20-compliant engines. The move comes ahead of the new set of emission norms kicking in from April 2023. RDE can also be understood as Phase 2 of the BS6 emission norms, which will require all cars to… Continue reading Tata Motors achieves RDE and E20-compliance for entire PV range