Nissan has taken the covers off the all-new, sixth-generation Micra albeit it is now a fully-connected, pure EV. The latest generation of the popular hatchback, which has sold over six million units over 42 years, has been fully revealed by the Japanese firm as a twin to Alliance partner Renault’s electric 5. This means it won’t… Continue reading Nissan reveals all-new Micra EV with 408km range
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AI Adoption in Manufacturing Shows Promise Despite Implementation Hurdles
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the manufacturing sector, with 93% of industry leaders believing organizations that fully integrate AI will gain a significant competitive edge, according to a new report from KPMG International. The report, “Intelligent Manufacturing: A Blueprint for Creating Value through AI-driven Transformation,” surveyed 183 senior manufacturing AI leaders across eight countries to… Continue reading AI Adoption in Manufacturing Shows Promise Despite Implementation Hurdles
Maruti Suzuki Partners with SMFG India Credit for Commercial Vehicle Financing
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) announced today a new partnership with SMFG India Credit (SMICC) to offer customized auto retail financing solutions for buyers of its commercial vehicles. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 21, 2025, specifically targets customers of Maruti Suzuki’s Super Carry and Eeco Cargo models. The agreement was formalized in… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Partners with SMFG India Credit for Commercial Vehicle Financing
India’s Auto Component Sector Projected to Grow 7-9% in FY2025-26
India’s automotive component sector is expected to grow 7-9% in the current fiscal year, according to a new report from Crisil Ratings. This growth mirrors last year’s performance and will be primarily driven by sustained demand from two-wheelers (2Ws) and passenger vehicles (PVs), particularly utility vehicles, which together account for nearly half of the sector’s… Continue reading India’s Auto Component Sector Projected to Grow 7-9% in FY2025-26
Nissan has “all the ingredients to be a big winner” in EV race – new boss Taylor
New Nissan UK managing director James Taylor wants the firm to adopt a “mindset of growth” as it prepares for a big product push in volume segments over the next two years. Taylor, who has only been in position for a matter of days since exiting the MD role at Vauxhall, was speaking at a… Continue reading Nissan has “all the ingredients to be a big winner” in EV race – new boss Taylor
Official reveal: Nissan Micra reinvented as Renault 5 twin
Described as “audacious, assertive and funky”, the new look takes inspiration from the bulbous Mk3 Micra of 2002, especially for its circular daytime-running lights at both ends. Cho added that “it was tough” when his designers were tasked with creating something that would differ visually from the “already good-looking” 5, especially given the fixed underpinnings.… Continue reading Official reveal: Nissan Micra reinvented as Renault 5 twin
New Lexus ES may be sold in UK exclusively with electric power
The Lexus ES is returning in eighth-generation form as a rival to the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series – but, unlike its German competition, it could do away with petrol power entirely in the UK. In Western Europe, the ES will be offered with a 199bhp hybrid powertrain as well as two battery-electric options. However,… Continue reading New Lexus ES may be sold in UK exclusively with electric power
Inside the firm that builds Batmobiles and portable EV chargers
A flatbed truck carrying two severely damaged vehicles rolls slowly by as we stand chatting on a concrete apron outside the headquarters of Fellten, an EV technology company based in Yate, near Bristol. Your first impression might be that these sorry vehicles have come to their last resting place, but not so. Instead, they’re beginning a… Continue reading Inside the firm that builds Batmobiles and portable EV chargers
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.141)
This week Steve Cropley and Matt Prior chat about the Volvo EX30, a new event called Petrol & Pride, the Subaru Impreza, Stirling Moss, finding a state of grace with one’s car collection, and more besides, including your correspondence. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast. Subscribe to our podcasts via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts or via your preferred… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.141)
Curiosum Tech Appoints New Leadership for Formula Bharat
Curiosum Tech Private Limited, the organization behind Formula Bharat, has appointed Crystal Furtado as Chief Executive Officer and Renita Dsouza as Chief Marketing Officer, the company announced on May 8, 2025. The leadership change comes as the Mumbai-based events and skills development organization looks to strengthen its position in engineering education and motorsport competition in… Continue reading Curiosum Tech Appoints New Leadership for Formula Bharat