Volkswagen Group announced the consolidation of its Indian technology operations under the newly renamed “Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions [India]” on September 2, 2025. The strategic move brings together the company’s diverse tech teams under a single organizational structure, marking a significant step in the automaker’s global digitalization strategy. The consolidation affects over 3,800 technology professionals… Continue reading Volkswagen Group Consolidates Indian Tech Operations Under Single Entity
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LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus, a New Delhi-based intercity electric bus operator, has secured USD 4.1 million in funding from Enetra India Private Limited, backed by Singapore’s Impact Capital Asia Management (ICAM), to expand its electric bus fleet from 10 to over 100 vehicles across North, East, and South Indian corridors within 18-24 months. The company currently operates India’s… Continue reading LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus, a New Delhi-based intercity electric bus operator, has secured USD 4.1 million in funding from Enetra India Private Limited, backed by Singapore’s Impact Capital Asia Management (ICAM), to expand its electric bus fleet from 10 to over 100 vehicles across North, East, and South Indian corridors within 18-24 months. The company currently operates India’s… Continue reading LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
Mercedes-Benz India Launches Dream Days Festive Campaign
Mercedes-Benz India launched its Dream Days festive campaign on September 2, 2025, offering customers innovative financial solutions and curated experiences through October 31. The luxury carmaker introduced the campaign to drive customer sentiment during the festive season with flexible payment options, trade-in benefits, and zero downpayment programs across its dealership network. The campaign targets luxury… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India Launches Dream Days Festive Campaign
Godrej Enterprises Group tooling unit receives three patents for manufacturing automation
Godrej Enterprises Group announced on Monday that its tooling business division has secured three patents focused on precision engineering and manufacturing automation, bringing the conglomerate’s total patent portfolio to 122. The patents cover smart die casting technology, railway coach and bogie automation systems, and advanced tooling solutions designed to improve manufacturing efficiency across industrial sectors.… Continue reading Godrej Enterprises Group tooling unit receives three patents for manufacturing automation
Should pavement parking be banned in the UK? Motorists (surprisingly) say yes
Ban pavement parking altogether, or just in certain zones – that’s the debate splitting the opinion of UK motorists ahead of a parliamentary debate this week. A poll conducted by the RAC found that 83 per cent of motorists believe more needs to be done to tackle the issue of pavement parking in the UK.… Continue reading Should pavement parking be banned in the UK? Motorists (surprisingly) say yes
Car Deal of the Day: Enjoy Scandinavian style with the Volvo XC40 for just £296 a month
Slick, modern styling Google-based infotainment Only £296.04 a month The Volvo XC40 is a common sight on UK roads, but that’s for good reason as it remains one of the most stylish cars the Swedish company makes. In a class obsessed with style, the SUV still makes quite a statement on the school run –… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Enjoy Scandinavian style with the Volvo XC40 for just £296 a month
MG Cyber X will morph into a mini-Mercedes within two years
While we’ve yet to see any evidence of the production car undergoing testing, Allison told us at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July that he would be “very much in favour” of MG launching the Cyber X in the UK, and could see it happening “within the next two years”. He’s confident something like… Continue reading MG Cyber X will morph into a mini-Mercedes within two years
Car Deal of the Day: Racy and retro Renault 5 for only £188 a month
Retro design; quality feel 192-mile range; fun handling Just £187.60 a month If the Renault 5’s style and panache weren’t tempting enough, then get a load of this. The modern-day Super Cinq has just had an enormous price cut, meaning this slice of retro cool is now available for less than £190 a month. Advertisement –… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Racy and retro Renault 5 for only £188 a month
Pop your Chery? 9 things you must know about the Chinese SUV brand’s big UK plans
What wasn’t mentioned was Chery’s links to JLR: it has assembled Land Rovers and Jaguars in a Chinese joint-venture since 2014, and has the licence to create upcoming SUVs under the Freelander brand. This relationship will have fed Chery’s “20-year preparation” to become sufficiently competitive to enter the UK market. And truth be told it’s already… Continue reading Pop your Chery? 9 things you must know about the Chinese SUV brand’s big UK plans