In this bonus podcast, Autocar’s Editor-at-large, Matt Prior, meets the Rolls-Royce CEO, Chris Brownridge. Speaking at the launch of the Spectre Black Badge, Brownridge tells us about Black Badge Rolls-Royces, how many cars Rolls should sell, what it’s like working in the luxury sector, and more, including private islands. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast. Subscribe to our… Continue reading MWIC Bonus Episode 4: Autocar meets Rolls-Royce CEO Chris Brownridge
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Vauxhall Luton ends vehicle production after 120 years
Vauxhall Luton has built its final vehicle, a Vivaro van, bringing to an end 120 years of production at the plant. The decision to close the historic commercial vehicle factory was announced by Vauxhall owner Stellantis in November 2024. All of the company’s UK van production will be moved its site in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. Former Stellantis chief Carlos Tavares announced… Continue reading Vauxhall Luton ends vehicle production after 120 years
Trump’s Tariffs Leave Automakers With Tough, Expensive Choices
Carmakers are likely to face higher costs regardless of how they respond to President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts. Go to Source
Trump pardons Nikola founder Trevor Milton in securities fraud case
watch now President Donald Trump pardoned Nikola Corp. founder Trevor Milton for his 2022 conviction of federal crimes related to defrauding investors with false claims about the success of the electric and hydrogen-powered truck maker. Milton, 42, was sentenced in December 2023 to four years in prison, but he has been free since then pending… Continue reading Trump pardons Nikola founder Trevor Milton in securities fraud case
Asian auto stocks extend declines as Trump tariffs on car imports dent sentiment
Vehicles awaiting shipment are parked at a port on March 27, 2025 in Yokohama, Japan. U.S. Tomohiro Ohsumi | Getty Images Asian auto stocks fell for a second straight day as investors fretted over U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on cars and certain automobile parts not made in the country. Japanese automakers Toyota and Honda… Continue reading Asian auto stocks extend declines as Trump tariffs on car imports dent sentiment
‘The Apple of EVs’ – Ather’s ‘Mass Premium’ Strategy
As Ather Energy approaches its long-anticipated initial public offering, the company is sticking to its bold — and contrarian — strategy: it has no plans to compete on price. Instead, it is doubling down on what CEO Tarun Mehta calls a “mass premium” positioning backed by product engineering, software innovation, and consumer experience. In an… Continue reading ‘The Apple of EVs’ – Ather’s ‘Mass Premium’ Strategy
Ather Bets on Mass Premium Strategy Ahead of IPO
As Ather Energy approaches its long-anticipated initial public offering, the company is sticking to its bold — and contrarian — strategy: it has no plans to compete on price. Instead, it is doubling down on what CEO Tarun Mehta calls a “mass premium” positioning backed by product engineering, software innovation, and consumer experience. In an… Continue reading Ather Bets on Mass Premium Strategy Ahead of IPO
Minda Corporation Approves Issuance of Warrants Worth ₹420.75 Crores to Promoter
Minda Corporation Limited, a leading automotive component manufacturer, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the issuance of up to 76,50,000 warrants at a price of ₹550 per warrant to Minda Capital Private Limited, a promoter of the company. The preferential allotment, which is subject to necessary regulatory and shareholders’ approvals, will raise… Continue reading Minda Corporation Approves Issuance of Warrants Worth ₹420.75 Crores to Promoter
ReiseMoto Expands Presence with Pune Store, Strengthening Retail Footprint Across Five Cities
ReiseMoto, a premium brand in two-wheeler tyres and motorcycle gear, has expanded its retail presence in India with the launch of a new store in Pune. This marks the brand’s fifth store after Mumbai, Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Chennai, bringing its total retail space to over 15,000 square feet. The Pune store, inaugurated on March… Continue reading ReiseMoto Expands Presence with Pune Store, Strengthening Retail Footprint Across Five Cities
SIAM Hosts 19th Styling & Design Conclave and 17th Automotive Design Challenge
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) successfully organized the 19th SIAM Styling & Design Conclave alongside the 17th Automotive Design Challenge (ADC). The event, themed “Innovating Today, Inspiring Tomorrow’s Mobility,” focused on the evolving landscape of vehicle styling and design. The conclave served as a platform for automobile designers, industry experts, and academicians… Continue reading SIAM Hosts 19th Styling & Design Conclave and 17th Automotive Design Challenge