Rajeev Chaba, President & MD, MG Motor India, said it was time for dealers to “speak up” and share their views to make sure that their voices are heard. “We must have agreements due to certain rules/regulations. Yet, we trust you unless you give us a reason not to do so.” He was speaking at a… Continue reading Mindset change and trust will strengthen bonding between OEMs, dealers
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Skymet monsoon forecast could dampen vehicle buying sentiment
These are early days yet but Skymet’s prediction of a deficit southwest monsoon may not be the best piece of news for some segments of the automotive industry. The private weather forecasting company has indicated that Gujarat, Rajasthan and parts of Kerala could be the most affected once the impact of the rains is felt… Continue reading Skymet monsoon forecast could dampen vehicle buying sentiment
FADA’s 2021 Conclave is a high-powered event
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) hosted the third edition of the Auto Retail Conclave in New Delhi on the theme of ‘Thriving Through Disruption’. Participants included Indian and global automakers, industry stalwarts as well as FADA members from across India. Chief guest, Union Minister Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey, Minister of Heavy Industries, inaugurated the conclave along with Amitabh… Continue reading FADA’s 2021 Conclave is a high-powered event
Ford to double production of F-150 Lightning to meet customer demand, reports say
Reports that Ford Motor Co. will double its production target for the F-150 Lightning full-sized electric pickup are good news to car dealer Jim Seavitt. At his Village Ford in Dearborn, orders for the Lightning pickup are on course to challenge those for Ford’s new Bronco SUV. On Tuesday, Seavitt said overall he has 90 orders for the Lightning.… Continue reading Ford to double production of F-150 Lightning to meet customer demand, reports say
Ajay Sharma appointed Head of Mahindra India Design Studio, Cosimo Amadei as Studio Director at M.A.D.E.
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Hyundai unveils i20 N Line in India
Hyundai Motor India (HMI) today unveiled the sportier ‘N Line’ version of its popular B+ segment hatchback – i20. The i20 N Line debuts Hyundai’s performance brand in India, but limits the changes to cosmetic updates over the regular car. On the outside, the i20 N Line gets differentiating elements such as a red lip… Continue reading Hyundai unveils i20 N Line in India
BLive, Ather Energy to promote EVs in India, 20 Ather Grid charging station to come up in Goa in 2021
Goa-based multi EV retail and experiential tourism platform BLive and Ather Energy have inked a strategic partnership to drive electric vehicle adoption by way of offering the experience to customers and also build charging infrastructure (Ather Grid) across popular tourist destinations in the country, starting with Goa. As part of the understanding, BLive will set… Continue reading BLive, Ather Energy to promote EVs in India, 20 Ather Grid charging station to come up in Goa in 2021
Brose to reveal all features-connecting software at IAA Mobility
BRAIN software will be ready for series use as early as 2025. Whether more comfortable boarding with doors that open automatically or flexible interiors that adapt to changing driving situations, new mobility experiences call for intelligent interaction of many components in cars. At the IAA Mobility in Munich (September 7-12 / Hall B1, Booth B60),… Continue reading Brose to reveal all features-connecting software at IAA Mobility
Schaeffler to unveil third-gen steer-by-wire tech at IAA Mobility next month
Schaeffler says Space Drive 3 Add-ON is designed for maximum safety and meets the exacting functional safety requirements of ISO 26262. Global technology and component supplier Schaeffler is expanding its involvement in autonomous mobility based on intelligent chassis systems. At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich (September 7-14, Booth 80 in Hall B3), the automotive and… Continue reading Schaeffler to unveil third-gen steer-by-wire tech at IAA Mobility next month
Tech Talk: Meet the 10kg hydrogen engine
A new, lightweight hydrogen engine concept from Israeli firm Aquarius Engines has been under development since 2014 and is close to maturity. Powered by hydrogen, the Aquarius Two Sided Free Piston Linear Engine (FPLE) is designed to generate electricity for plug-in series hybrids or range-extenders. The tiny engine consists of a mere 20 components, only one of… Continue reading Tech Talk: Meet the 10kg hydrogen engine