Category: US Motoring Press

Drought and fire fuel chip shortage, TSMC sees it extending into 2022

As the chip shortage continues to affect auto production, spike in demand for electronics may not be the only trigger for the shortage. Drought in Taiwan and fire at Japan’s Renesas Electronics earlier this year may have exacerbated the crisis. One of the world’s biggest semiconductor producers, Taiwan’s TSMC has said the shortages will extend into 2022 but… Continue reading Drought and fire fuel chip shortage, TSMC sees it extending into 2022

Royal Enfield launches 2021 Classic 350, upgrades chassis, engine and features

Royal Enfield today launched the 2021 Model Year Classic 350 which gets a fair number of changes. While the styling takes cues from RE’s vintage G2 model, the big changes are on the powerplant front. The new Classic 350 is powered by the Meteor engine, the ‘J-platform’ 349cc engine replacing the 346 Unit Construction Engine.… Continue reading Royal Enfield launches 2021 Classic 350, upgrades chassis, engine and features

Ather Energy working on sub-Rs 100,000 electric scooter

Bangalore-based electric vehicle company Ather Energy is gearing up for new competition. It plans to launch its most affordable e-scooter, which is expected to be priced similar (sub-Rs 100,000) to new rivals like Ola Electric and Simple Energy. At present, Ather sells two models in India – the 450 Plus at Rs 113,000 and the… Continue reading Ather Energy working on sub-Rs 100,000 electric scooter

Elgi gets NASSCOM to digitally upskill its workforce

Elgi Equipments, one of India’s leading air-compressor manufacturers, has partnered NASSCOM’s FutureSkills Prime initiative. This will enable it to equip every employee with a set of foundational digital skills , continually adapt to new ways of working, and add value beyond what can be done by automated systems and intelligent machines.  FutureSkills Prime is a skilling… Continue reading Elgi gets NASSCOM to digitally upskill its workforce

ELGi partners NASSCOM FutureSkills PRIME to build provide digital skill training to employees

ELGi Equipments, one of India’s leading air-compressor manufacturers has partnered NASSCOM’s FutureSkills Prime initiative to equip every employee with a set of foundational digital skills that will enable them to operate in a digital environment, continually adapt to new ways of working, and add value beyond what can be done by automated systems and intelligent… Continue reading ELGi partners NASSCOM FutureSkills PRIME to build provide digital skill training to employees

Maruti Suzuki hit by chip shortage, September output to be down by 60% 

Passenger vehicle market leader Maruti Suzuki India has, in a regulatory filing, said that its production in September 2021 is likely to take a big hit. In a statement the company said, “Owing to a supply constraint of electronic components due to the semiconductor shortage situation, the company is expecting an adverse impact on vehicle production… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki hit by chip shortage, September output to be down by 60% 

FADA president says supply-demand mismatch likely in festive season

September has dawned and with it the oncoming of the festive season in India, when consumers often buy a new vehicle on two, four or more wheels. While demand for passenger vehicles is on the rise, supply chain issues loom large and could prove to be a spoilsport for the PV industry. According to the… Continue reading FADA president says supply-demand mismatch likely in festive season

Tesla’s India entry just got closer

The Tesla Model 3 is the company’s most affordable model. Tesla’s India market entry is imminent. In what is a clear indication of the American EV maker’s India market plans, four Tesla models have been homologated or approved for use on Indian roads as seen on Vahan Sewa, a government of India portal for vehicle… Continue reading Tesla’s India entry just got closer

Autocar Professional’s September 1 edition is simply electrifying

India Auto Inc is leaving no wheel unturned to optimise the revival process. Localisation and electrification have emerged as the key triggers of growth as the industry sets itself up for a decade of greater emission consciousness and smaller carbon footprint. This 64-page issue is a comprehensive collection of innovative product offerings from the two-wheeler,… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s September 1 edition is simply electrifying