JK Tyre & Industries, a prominent tyre manufacturer in India, has joined RE100, focusing to achieve 100% renewable electricity use by 2050 as part of its sustainability goals. With this step, JK Tyre becomes the first Indian tyre company and the 16th Indian business to join the RE100 initiative. To reach this target, JK Tyre… Continue reading JK Tyre Joins RE100, targeting for 100% renewable electricity and carbon neutrality by 2050
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor unveils special limited editions for Glanza, Urban Cruiser Taisor, and Hyryder
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has introduced Special Limited Editions of its Glanza, Urban Cruiser Taisor, and Urban Cruiser Hyryder models, available with year-end offers. Following the response to the Festival Limited Editions, these Special Limited Editions include Toyota Genuine Accessory (TGA) packages, allowing customers to personalise their vehicles with additional style and functionality. Buyers can… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Motor unveils special limited editions for Glanza, Urban Cruiser Taisor, and Hyryder
Rajiv Rawat joins Stellantis IAP as Head of B2B Business for India and Asia Pacific
Rajiv Rawat has joined Stellantis IAP (India and Asia Pacific countries) as Head of B2B Business, effective November 11, 2024. Bringing over 24 years of automotive industry experience, Rajiv has held various roles at Tata Motors, Hyundai Motors, Volkswagen Group, and the Jeep Brand. Known for his expertise in business development, brand management, and sales… Continue reading Rajiv Rawat joins Stellantis IAP as Head of B2B Business for India and Asia Pacific
Mobilize Duo
Said by Mobilize to be “as simple to use as a smartphone”, the Duo’s interior is deliberately basic, both from the perspectives of design and functionality. The company wants it to appeal as much to private customers as shared mobility, fleet-based operators like ZipCar or Enterprise, which means it has to stand up to accommodating… Continue reading Mobilize Duo
The tortured development of Alfa Romeo’s first SUV
Three years passed and, just like the first time around, we saw little of substance, despite endless talk of a Volkswagen Golf-sized SUV. That January, at the 2010 Detroit motor show, Fiat chief Sergio Marchionne warned that “Alfa has been underperforming for a long time”, and come April he announced yet another relaunch of the… Continue reading The tortured development of Alfa Romeo’s first SUV
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.114)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast our hosts Matt Prior and Steve Cropley drive from London to Brighton in the 1902 Albion Dog Cart, talk a new flat eight cylinder engine, fix Cropley’s Mini Cooper, and talk much more besides, including your correspondence You can make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.114)
Autocar magazine 13 November: on sale now
In this week’s issue we look at Bentley’s first EV crossover, drive the Mercedes-Benz CLE and take a look at how Trump’s win could cause US tariff increases. Plus Steve Cropley and Matt Prior attempt to drive a 1902 ‘dog cart’ on the 2024 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. Make someone’s Christmas or treat… Continue reading Autocar magazine 13 November: on sale now
Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Mexico’s Car Factories
The president-elect has said he could impose punitive tariffs on car imports from Mexico, a move that could hurt factories and workers on both sides of the border. Go to Source
Rivian-Volkswagen joint venture up deal to $5.8 billion, VW cars expected as early as 2027
A provided image of Oliver Blume, CEO of Volkswagen Group and RJ Scaringe, founder and CEO of Rivian, as the companies announce joint venture plans on June 25, 2024. Courtesy: Business Wire Rivian Automotive and Volkswagen Group have released details of their previously announced joint venture ahead of the operations launching Wednesday. The companies in… Continue reading Rivian-Volkswagen joint venture up deal to $5.8 billion, VW cars expected as early as 2027
GM’s newest EV is a Cadillac ‘baby Escalade’ called Vistiq
2026 Cadillac Vistiq EV GM DETROIT — General Motors‘ newest all-electric vehicle is a three-row SUV for its Cadillac luxury line, which the brand is dubbing a “baby Escalade.” The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq will be the last in a lineup of new EVs in the brand’s portfolio when it goes into production and arrives in dealer… Continue reading GM’s newest EV is a Cadillac ‘baby Escalade’ called Vistiq