Numeros Motors, an indigenous electric vehicle manufacturer, launched the first NFT-backed loyalty program in India’s automotive sector today in Bangalore. The initiative, developed with blockchain platform Polygon, will reward the first 1,000 Diplos electric vehicle buyers with unique digital collectibles. The program, called “The Journey,” features 10 distinct digital artworks with 100 editions each, depicting… Continue reading Numeros Motors Debuts India’s First NFT-Based EV Loyalty Program
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Ashok Leyland and Nagaland Rural Bank Forge Strategic Financing Partnership
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nagaland Rural Bank to provide vehicle financing facilities for its customers, the companies announced on April 2, 2025. The partnership aims to deliver end-to-end financial solutions with customized monthly repayment plans for customers purchasing Ashok Leyland commercial vehicles… Continue reading Ashok Leyland and Nagaland Rural Bank Forge Strategic Financing Partnership
Freudenberg Group Reports Strong 2024 Performance
The Freudenberg Group has reported an increase in operating profit by 4.7 percent to €1.13 billion for the financial year 2024, while sales grew slightly by 0.4 percent to €11.95 billion despite negative currency effects of €76.9 million. The company’s profit margin improved to 9.5 percent from 9.1 percent in the previous year, with an… Continue reading Freudenberg Group Reports Strong 2024 Performance
Suzuki Motorcycle India Reports Record Annual Sales of 12.56 Lakh Units in FY2024-25
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) has announced record annual sales of 12.56 lakh units for the financial year 2024-25, marking an 11% growth compared to the previous year. The two-wheeler subsidiary of Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation achieved domestic sales of 10.45 lakh units, up 14% from FY2023-24. The company registered its highest-ever monthly sales… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India Reports Record Annual Sales of 12.56 Lakh Units in FY2024-25
Leapmotor to have a six-car line-up in the UK by 2027
Leapmotor will have six cars in its UK line-up by 2027 as it looks to solidify its place as the latest Chinese electric car maker cutting through here. The firm, whose international business is 51% owned by global giant Stellantis, already sells a Dacia Spring rival, the T03, and has just launched the C10 large SUV. A range-extender version will arrive at… Continue reading Leapmotor to have a six-car line-up in the UK by 2027
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.134)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast Matt Prior arrives on the scene with an engine in the boot of his car. Steve Cropley talks the ‘spirit of MG’ artwork, why you can feel elements of carmakers in someone else’s cars, and more besides, including your correspondence. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast.… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.134)
Hyundai Alcazar Now Offers Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Hyundai Motor India Limited has launched a new Wired to Wireless Adapter for its Alcazar SUV, allowing owners to use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly. The announcement was made in Gurugram on April 2, 2025. The adapter is designed to transform the in-car experience by enabling users to access mobile applications through the vehicle’s… Continue reading Hyundai Alcazar Now Offers Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
“Diesel Will Continue to Rule the Roost”: Tata Motors’ Rajendra Petkar on the Future of Powertrains
Despite the global buzz around electrification and hydrogen, diesel isn’t going anywhere—at least not anytime soon, says Rajendra Petkar, President and Chief Technology Officer of Tata Motors – Commercial Vehicles. Speaking at the Autocar Professional Future Powertrain Conclave in Chennai, Petkar was unambiguous in his assertion:“Diesel will continue to rule the roost… because that’s the… Continue reading “Diesel Will Continue to Rule the Roost”: Tata Motors’ Rajendra Petkar on the Future of Powertrains
Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
Apollo Tyres Ltd has appointed Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO), effective today. The appointment, approved by the Board of Directors through a Circular Resolution, follows a recommendation from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee. In a regulatory filing to the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Ltd, Apollo Tyres informed that… Continue reading Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
Vauxhall Corsa Electric update brings 266 miles of range for £29k
The Long Range version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric has received an update that increases its range by 14 miles. Vauxhall attributed the gain to improved cell chemistry in the nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery and revisions to the electric car’s motor reducing energy consumption. This means the Long Range variant is officially capable of driving 266 miles between charges, compared with 252 miles… Continue reading Vauxhall Corsa Electric update brings 266 miles of range for £29k