Nissan Motor CEO Makoto Uchida attends a press conference on February 13, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan. Tomohiro Ohsumi | Getty Images News | Getty Images Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida will step down from his position on April 1, the company said in a release Tuesday. He will be replaced by current Chief Planning Officer Ivan Espinosa.… Continue reading Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida to step down on April 1, planning officer Espinosa named successor
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Volkswagen expects revenue to grow in 2025, says it feels ‘all-American’ as tariffs loom
The new Volkswagen ID. EVERY1 is displayed during the presentation during the presentation of the Volkswagen ID. EVERY1 on March 5, 2025 in Dusseldorf, Germany. Andreas Rentz | Getty Images German autos giant Volkswagen reported a 15% year-on-year drop in annual operating profit on Tuesday, citing increasing costs and “extraordinary expenses” associated with its restructuring… Continue reading Volkswagen expects revenue to grow in 2025, says it feels ‘all-American’ as tariffs loom
McLaren Speedtail
The Speedtail starts like any other McLaren and makes the same noise – which is disappointing. Given it has a flat-plane-crank V8 like every other McLaren, I’m not sure what I was expecting, but its hard, gruff voice isn’t that of a GT, hyper or otherwise. No, of course McLaren couldn’t package another cylinder at… Continue reading McLaren Speedtail
2028 Mk9 Volkswagen Golf to use advanced Rivian software
Volkswagen has yet to confirm further details of the ID Golf, but design chief Andreas Mindt did confirm to Autocar that his team is working on the model. “I was involved in the design of the Golf Mk6 and Mk7, and right now I’m deep into the story of the Golf,” he said. “I see… Continue reading 2028 Mk9 Volkswagen Golf to use advanced Rivian software
First Lamborghini EV to pack 980V electricals, up to 2000bhp
“When we decided to do the first step of our strategy, to have all the line-up new and hybridised, this was a big effort for the company,” he said. “For the last four years, we have worked very hard on this, and now we see that this was – you never know, but – the… Continue reading First Lamborghini EV to pack 980V electricals, up to 2000bhp
Morgan Supersport revealed as £100k Porsche 911 rival
“A Morgan, typically, is a third or fourth car for many people and we would like this car to become their only sports car,” said Wells. “We would like this to be legitimately usable 365 days a year.” Prices for the Supersport start from £102,000, and Morgan expects to build roughly 180 cars this year,… Continue reading Morgan Supersport revealed as £100k Porsche 911 rival
Tractor Sales Up 36% in February, Exports Continue to Grow
Domestic tractor sales saw a 36% year-on-year jump in February, supported by strong rabi sowing, as per data shown by the Tractor and Mechanization Association (TMA). However, total sales dipped 2.9% from January 2025. Despite this, exports continued their upward trend, growng both annually and monthly, maintaining the sector’s overall momentum. As per the TMA,… Continue reading Tractor Sales Up 36% in February, Exports Continue to Grow
‘We Must Have More Women Leaders in the Auto Sector:’ Anjali Rattan
The multi-faceted RattanIndia Enterprises, which operates in the areas of e-commerce and drones, and since June 2022, has taken complete ownership of leading e-motorcycle brand – Revolt Motors – is led by the dynamic Anjali Rattan – who is the chairperson of this New Delhi-headquartered company. Rattan, who is a first-generation entrepreneur, believes that women… Continue reading ‘We Must Have More Women Leaders in the Auto Sector:’ Anjali Rattan
Danfoss Reports Strong 2024 Performance; India Emerges as Top Growth Market
Danfoss reported a robust performance for 2024, with sales of EUR 9.7 billion and an operational EBITA margin of 11.3%. It recoerded an operational EBITA of EUR 1,097. Capital expenditures worth EUR 434 million were incurred, net profit worth EUR 370 million, and it recorded a free operating cash flow of EUR 467 million. The… Continue reading Danfoss Reports Strong 2024 Performance; India Emerges as Top Growth Market
Tata Technologies Announces Leadership Changes to Improve Global Client Engagement
Tata Technologies announced a revised growth strategy and key leadership changes to strengthen customer collaboration and accelerate innovation in the software-defined era. The company aims to reinforce its “One Team with Customers” approach by enhancing engagement with global clients through dedicated account teams, the company said. Tata Technologies has made a strategic leadership appointment to strengthen… Continue reading Tata Technologies Announces Leadership Changes to Improve Global Client Engagement