Volkswagen will reveal the ID Cross concept at the Munich motor show next week, previewing a supermini-sized electric crossover that will arrive at the end of 2026, priced from around £25k. The EV has been named to clearly position it as an electric counterpart to the T-Cross, Volkswagen said on Wednesday. This is mirrored by the… Continue reading Volkswagen to reveal ID Cross concept this week, previewing £25k EV
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Horse reveals drop-in range-extender conversion for EVs
Combustion engine firm Horse has revealed a range-extender powertrain that has been designed to allow easy conversions of battery-electric vehicles. The new set-up, which will be shown by the Renault, Geely and Aramco joint venture at the Munich motor show, comprises a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine with an integrated generator and inverter. It produces… Continue reading Horse reveals drop-in range-extender conversion for EVs
‘China speed at Ingolstadt’: Audi eyes 2.5-year ‘TT’ EV development
“You feel so close to the road, having the noise of the wheels, and it’s such fantastic driving. The direct steering we have, it offers such a lot of opportunities, and then there’s the agility.” Blume added that despite the inevitable technical relationship between the Audi and Porsche models, they would stand as clearly distinct models, each… Continue reading ‘China speed at Ingolstadt’: Audi eyes 2.5-year ‘TT’ EV development
Toyota to build next EV in Czech Republic
Toyota will build its next battery-electric car at the Aygo X and Yaris factory in the Czech Republic, the company has confirmed. An investment of €680 million (£592m) will be used to expand the factory from 152,000m2 to 173,000m2, adding a new battery production line, paint shop and welding facility. The new development will increase… Continue reading Toyota to build next EV in Czech Republic
UK start-up reveals 500bhp Rolls-Royce Corniche restomod
Guildford-based start-up Halcyon has revealed a new restomod based on the Rolls-Royce Corniche and Silver Shadow, converting the classic cruisers to electric power using an architecture developed entirely in-house. Based on the later rubber-bumpered models, it swaps the original circa-200bhp 6.75-litre V8 for a rear-mounted electric motor with significantly more poke. Standard Range examples get… Continue reading UK start-up reveals 500bhp Rolls-Royce Corniche restomod
Force Motors Reports Mixed Sales Performance in August 2025
Force Motors Limited announced its sales figures for August 2025, showing growth in domestic markets while facing challenges in export sales. Domestic Sales Show Positive Growth The Pune-based automotive manufacturer reported domestic sales of 2,295 units across its portfolio of Small Commercial Vehicles (SCV), Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV), Utility Vehicles (UV), and Sports Utility Vehicles… Continue reading Force Motors Reports Mixed Sales Performance in August 2025
Government Approves ₹1,500 Crore Scheme to Boost Critical Mineral Recycling
The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1,500 crore incentive scheme to develop domestic recycling capacity for critical minerals from secondary sources, marking a significant step toward supply chain resilience in strategic materials. The scheme, running from FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31, forms part of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) and addresses the immediate need… Continue reading Government Approves ₹1,500 Crore Scheme to Boost Critical Mineral Recycling
SUVs Are Top Priority, Says Maruti Suzuki MD; Eyes Premium, Entry Models
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) has placed SUVs at the centre of its growth strategy. Managing Director and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi described them as the company’s “top priority” and stressed the need to “fix the problem quickly” of its relatively lower share in the segment. SUVs currently account for 28 percent of Maruti Suzuki’s overall… Continue reading SUVs Are Top Priority, Says Maruti Suzuki MD; Eyes Premium, Entry Models
Small Cars Are Our Core, We’ll Have More Of Them In Future, Says MSIL MD
India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki Ltd (MSIL), will continue introducing new small car models even as it expands its SUV portfolio to stay competitive, senior executives said on the sidelines of the launch of the Victoris, its new mid-size SUV. “We like small cars,” said Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India. “SUV… Continue reading Small Cars Are Our Core, We’ll Have More Of Them In Future, Says MSIL MD
ARAI Unveils India’s First ADAS Test City Ahead of December Show
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced the completion of its pioneering ADAS Test City project during a press conference held on September 3, 2025. The facility, constructed across 20 acres in Takwe near Talegaon, Pune, represents India’s first dedicated road network designed specifically for ADAS validation under real-world conditions. The state-of-the-art testing facility… Continue reading ARAI Unveils India’s First ADAS Test City Ahead of December Show