OPG Mobility, the electric vehicle manufacturer formerly known as Okaya EV, today announced a new customer referral initiative that offers financial incentives to existing Ferrato owners who help bring in new customers. The program, dubbed “Silent Miles,” provides a ₹1,000 cashback reward to current Ferrato electric two-wheeler owners when they successfully refer a new customer.… Continue reading OPG Mobility Rewards EV Owners with ‘Silent Miles’ Referral Program
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Lucas TVS bets big on diverse portfolio for future growth
Tier-1 major Lucas TVS is bullish about strong growth in the coming years. The company is betting big on the growing demand for its products, which comprise a healthy mix of ICE and EV components. Arvind Balaji, Managing Director, Lucas TVS, says, “ICE will contribute a much bigger portion of our revenues, and we expect a… Continue reading Lucas TVS bets big on diverse portfolio for future growth
Ford says reports on India return delay untrue
Recent media reports said that Ford was rethinking its India strategy on account of the shift in the US political climate that’s pushing its companies to produce locally. Another factor, according to reports, is the investment needed to make its Tamil Nadu plant operation-worthy again. However, when contacted, Ford said that the reports were untrue… Continue reading Ford says reports on India return delay untrue
Ola Electric enters motorcycle market with Roadster X series starting at ₹74,999
Ola Electric, India’s largest EV manufacturer, announced its entry into the electric motorcycle segment with the launch of the Roadster X series on February 5, 2025. The new series includes five variants with prices ranging from ₹74,999 to ₹1,54,999, with deliveries scheduled to begin in mid-March. The top-end Roadster X+ 9.1kWh variant, featuring the 4680… Continue reading Ola Electric enters motorcycle market with Roadster X series starting at ₹74,999
Nissan calls off merger talks with Honda: Report
Nissan has cancelled merger discussions with Honda. This effectively puts on hold what would have been the world’s number three automaker, Reuters reported. Nissan shares fell more than 4% before trade was suspended by Tokyo Stock Exchange, following the report by Nikkei. Honda shares were up around 8%, in signs of relief about the deal… Continue reading Nissan calls off merger talks with Honda: Report
Sterling Tools Reports 0.15% Increase in PAT in Q3FY25 at Rs 13.60 Crore
Sterling Tools Ltd (STL), an automotive fastener manufacturer, reported a profit after tax of Rs 13.6 crore for the third quarter of FY25, up from Rs 13.58 crore during the same period previous year. The company’s consolidated total income grew by 12.3% year-over-year to Rs 262.7 crore in Q3 FY25, compared to Rs 234.0 crore… Continue reading Sterling Tools Reports 0.15% Increase in PAT in Q3FY25 at Rs 13.60 Crore
Explained: Technical highlights of Tata Motors’ Gen-2 acti.ev platform
With four layers spanning the vehicle chassis, powertrain, E/E architecture, and the cloud, Tata’s EV-specific gen-2 platform offers top-notch safety, efficiency gains, and seamless connectivity. Tata Motors, which switched to its second-generation EV-specific platform – acti.ev – with the introduction of the Tata Punch EV in January 2024, is realising the benefits of the various… Continue reading Explained: Technical highlights of Tata Motors’ Gen-2 acti.ev platform
Autocar’s view on the planned 2030 ICE phase-out
Ever since 2020, when then prime minister Boris Johnson first outlined plans to ban the sale of new non-zero emission cars from 2030 onwards, there has been more confusion than clarity. Under various subsequent UK governments, the date has moved from 2030 to 2035 and back, and all the while there has been a plan… Continue reading Autocar’s view on the planned 2030 ICE phase-out
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.126)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast join our hosts Matt Prior and Steve Cropley talk about the 2035 combustion ban on all cars, including micro manufacturers, pothole problems, The Concrete Club, listening to Ian Callum, and much more besides, including your correspondence. You can make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast by… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.126)
Councils hike parking costs in bid to plug budget holes
Councils across the UK are plotting higher parking charges as they come under pressure to achieve clean-air targets and plug gaps in their tightening finances. Planned changes also include premiums for larger vehicles, tougher parking controls, possible reductions in the numbers of on-street spaces and the introduction of parking charges in free-to-park areas in many… Continue reading Councils hike parking costs in bid to plug budget holes