Category: US Motoring Press

‘Industry needs to push for localisation of motors, MCUs, transmission units for EVs’: R Velusamy

‘Industry needs to push for localisation of motors, MCUs, transmission units for EVs’: R Velusamy The electromobility supply chain has recently been under flurry of activities over the past few years. Production of EV components such as lithium-ion cells and motors witnessed strong interest from industry players, as well as reforms from the government for… Continue reading ‘Industry needs to push for localisation of motors, MCUs, transmission units for EVs’: R Velusamy

India shines for Kia, accounts for 9% of global sales in first 11 months of 2022

Kia Corporation has reported total global sales of 252,825 units in November 2022, a 15% increase year-on-year (November 2021: 219,845). The Korean carmaker’s Indian arm – Kia India – sold 24,025 units, accounting for 9.5% of global sales last month. Kia’s global sales were led by its SUV line-up, with the Sportage (39,335 units) and… Continue reading India shines for Kia, accounts for 9% of global sales in first 11 months of 2022

Car and SUV sales rev past 300,000 units for sixth straight month in November

There’s no stopping the Indian passenger vehicle juggernaut. With 10 out of 16 OEMs announcing their November wholesales, which add up to 310,580 units (up 32%), this is the sixth month in a row that numbers have driven past the 300,000-unit count. Once SIAM officially releases the PV industry data later this month, it is… Continue reading Car and SUV sales rev past 300,000 units for sixth straight month in November

Editor’s letter: Star car brands emerge during chip shortage

The UK sales charts have for a while now not been a measure of who has been able to sell cars that month but rather of who has been able to fulfil orders that were made long ago. The ongoing shortage of semiconductor chips has, as we all know, led to an increase in waiting… Continue reading Editor’s letter: Star car brands emerge during chip shortage

Threat of recession slows global car sales rebound

Buyers are getting worried about the economy and where things will be as the holiday season begins and the new year approaches. Extended threats of a recession through price inflation and the constant barrage of talking heads warning of the “R” word may have generated the belief of its arrival with or without the actuality… Continue reading Threat of recession slows global car sales rebound

Vauxhall ramping up progress towards 2028 electrification goal

Vauxhall is making rapid progress towards its major goal of becoming an EV-only company by 2028, according to managing director James Taylor, whose imminent aims are to boost battery model take-up and raise Vauxhall’s position in the market – close to but distinct from Peugeot, its Stellantis stablemate.  “Astra going electric is a big milestone… Continue reading Vauxhall ramping up progress towards 2028 electrification goal

GM: No monthly fee for heated seats, but look for more subscription offerings

In July, luxury automaker BMW started selling some new eye-popping subscription-based services in various countries, included charging drivers $18 a month for heated seats and $10 per month for a heated steering wheel, features that critics argued should be standard. General Motors assured investors Thursday it has no intention of charging its customers for those… Continue reading GM: No monthly fee for heated seats, but look for more subscription offerings

Artists inside Detroit home have unique auto job machines can’t match

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Mercedes regains its magic with electric EQS 580 luxury sedan

What is it? 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic, electric, all-wheel-drive large luxury sedan. Why should you consider it? Unique, modern luxury interior; comfort; 340-mile range. How much will it cost? Base price $125,900, excluding $1,050 destination charge. When can you buy it? On sale now. A new Mercedes-Benz S-class is an event. That’s been true… Continue reading Mercedes regains its magic with electric EQS 580 luxury sedan