American pickup truck buyers are having some trouble adjusting to a new age of tightening emissions requirements and electrification. Stellantis — the parent company of brands like Ram Trucks, Jeep and Dodge — has been hit especially hard. The company briefly removed its popular gas-powered Hemi V-8 engine from much of its lineup, including from… Continue reading Why Ram had to revive its legendary Hemi V-8 engine
Category: US Motoring Press
Elon Musk’s Neuralink filed as ‘disadvantaged business’ before being valued at $9 billion
Jonathan Raa | Nurphoto | Getty Images Elon Musk’s health tech company Neuralink labeled itself a “small disadvantaged business” in a federal filing with the U.S. Small Business Administration, shortly before a financing round valued the company at $9 billion. Neuralink is developing a brain-computer interface (BCI) system, with an initial aim to help people… Continue reading Elon Musk’s Neuralink filed as ‘disadvantaged business’ before being valued at $9 billion
SIAM Conclave Explores Sustainable Strategies for Automotive Logistics
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organised the 11th edition of its Automotive Logistics Conclave in New Delhi, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and logistics professionals to explore ways to enhance efficiencies in the sector. Held under the theme “Enhancing Efficiencies in Automotive Logistics,” the event focused on agility, resilience, and sustainability across the… Continue reading SIAM Conclave Explores Sustainable Strategies for Automotive Logistics
Varroc Appoints Padmanabh Sinha as Independent Director
Varroc Engineering Ltd, a global Tier-1 automotive supplier, has appointed Padmanabh Sinha as an Independent Director on its Board of Directors, effective July 18, 2025. The appointment was announced to reinforce the company’s governance and strategic direction. Sinha brings over two decades of experience in private equity and technology entrepreneurship, having held leadership roles at… Continue reading Varroc Appoints Padmanabh Sinha as Independent Director
Varroc Appoints Padmanabh Sinha as Independent Director
Varroc Engineering Ltd, a global Tier-1 automotive supplier, has appointed Padmanabh Sinha as an Independent Director on its Board of Directors, effective July 18, 2025. The appointment was announced to reinforce the company’s governance and strategic direction. Sinha brings over two decades of experience in private equity and technology entrepreneurship, having held leadership roles at… Continue reading Varroc Appoints Padmanabh Sinha as Independent Director
Railways To Introduce More Specialized Wagons For Vehicle Transportation: Hitendra Malhotra
Indian Railways is emerging as a key mode of transporting vehicles across the country, offering an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to road transport. Railways is now looking to further boost automotive transportation with more specialised wagons with higher capacities and collaboration with the industry, according to Hitendra Malhotra, member of the Railway Board… Continue reading Railways To Introduce More Specialized Wagons For Vehicle Transportation: Hitendra Malhotra
Popular Vehicles Reports 1% Revenue Growth in Q1FY26
Popular Vehicles and Services Limited (PVSL) reported a 1% growth in total revenue from operations for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, compared to the same period last year, while announcing expansion plans across three states. The automotive dealership company’s luxury car segment recorded 40% growth and commercial vehicle segment grew 4% during Q1FY26. However,… Continue reading Popular Vehicles Reports 1% Revenue Growth in Q1FY26
Henkel India Initiates Mid-Haul Electric Truck Operations for Commercial Logistics
Henkel Adhesive Technologies, in collaboration with a logistics provider and an EV retrofitting partner, has flagged off India’s first mid-haul re-powered electric truck operations for commercial logistics. The initiative was launched to advance sustainable freight movement between major industrial corridors. The pilot covers two initial routes: Chennai to Pune (1,321 km) and Pune to Halol… Continue reading Henkel India Initiates Mid-Haul Electric Truck Operations for Commercial Logistics
Henkel India Initiates Mid-Haul Electric Truck Operations for Commercial Logistics
Henkel Adhesive Technologies, in collaboration with a logistics provider and an EV retrofitting partner, has flagged off India’s first mid-haul re-powered electric truck operations for commercial logistics. The initiative was launched to advance sustainable freight movement between major industrial corridors. The pilot covers two initial routes: Chennai to Pune (1,321 km) and Pune to Halol… Continue reading Henkel India Initiates Mid-Haul Electric Truck Operations for Commercial Logistics
Kotak Mahindra Prime Becomes Tesla’s First Preferred Financer in India
Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited (KMPL) has been appointed as Tesla’s first preferred financer in India, enabling customers to access specially curated financing schemes for Tesla electric vehicles through the company’s India portal and mobile application. The partnership makes KMPL the first among financers to receive preferred status with Tesla in India. Customers will be able… Continue reading Kotak Mahindra Prime Becomes Tesla’s First Preferred Financer in India