Global automotive supplier ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules (ZFFCN) expects to double its annual sales from actual USD4.4bn (Euro 4bn) to USD8.8bn (Euro 8bn) by 2029. Contrary to the situational decline in the global automotive market, ZFFCN is benefiting from a strong order intake of top tier OEM such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis. ZF Foxconn… Continue reading Branded Content: Celebrating 30 years of engineering excellence with ambitious plans for growth in India
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BharatBenz conferred with ‘Well-Known Trademark’ status
BharatBenz, the flagship brand of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, Germany, has been awarded the prestigious status of “Well-Known Trademark” by the Intellectual Property Office, India. This designation, under Indian trademark law, is reserved for brands with strong recognition and reputation within the market, providing BharatBenz with enhanced… Continue reading BharatBenz conferred with ‘Well-Known Trademark’ status
Suzuki Motorcycle India records highest-ever monthly sales in October
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, achieved a significant sales milestone in October 2024, with 1,20,055 units sold during the month. The company recorded its highest ever monthly sales, marking a robust 19% growth over 1,00,507 units sold in October 2023. SMIPL’s domestic sales surged to an… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India records highest-ever monthly sales in October
Legacy OEMs TVS, Bajaj, Hero outsell Top 10 two-wheeler EV startups in October
October 2024 was a mega month for the Indian electric two-wheeler industry, what with retail sales rocketing 85% year on year to over 139,000 units (October 2023: 75,164 units). As a result of buoyant festive season demand and attractive OEM discounts, e-two-wheeler retail sales hit their second-best monthly performance, narrowly missing March’s 140,333 units. The… Continue reading Legacy OEMs TVS, Bajaj, Hero outsell Top 10 two-wheeler EV startups in October
Legacy OEMs TVS, Bajaj, Hero outsell Top 10 two-wheeler EV startups in October
October 2024 was a mega month for the Indian electric two-wheeler industry, what with retail sales rocketing 85% year on year to over 139,000 units (October 2023: 75,164 units). As a result of buoyant festive season demand and attractive OEM discounts, e-two-wheeler retail sales hit their second-best monthly performance, narrowly missing March’s 140,333 units. The… Continue reading Legacy OEMs TVS, Bajaj, Hero outsell Top 10 two-wheeler EV startups in October
How regular cars are modified to protect Prime Ministers and royalty
Civilian Armoured Vehicles (CAVs) look nearly identical to the regular cars on which they’re based yet can fend off military-grade attacks. What makes them really extraordinary, though, is how engineers manage to retain the performance and handling needed to outrun baddies, despite all the extra weight. CAVs are offered either by the car’s manufacturer or… Continue reading How regular cars are modified to protect Prime Ministers and royalty
Mercedes: electric car battery recycling won’t stop mining
Finally, it is treated with sulphuric acid, ammonia and an organic solvent, producing sulphates of copper, cobalt, manganese, nickel and lithium. The copper, manganese and lithium are stored as liquids in huge drums, whereas the cobalt and nickel are crystallised before being recovered and re-used. It will take around “three to four years” to hit… Continue reading Mercedes: electric car battery recycling won’t stop mining
Suzuki chief snubs prospect of electric or hybrid Jimny
Suzuki’s president has suggested the brand has no plans to build an electric or hybrid version of the Jimny, given that electrifying the 4×4 “would ruin” it. The car has had a strong following in the UK since its launch in 1970, with its fourth generation – and mini reboot – in 2018 rubber stamping… Continue reading Suzuki chief snubs prospect of electric or hybrid Jimny
Suzuki puts future EVs on hold as it “monitors” electric car market
Suzuki has put its future electric cars on hold while it “monitors the market” amid a general slowdown in EV interest, president Toshihiro Suzuki has said. Four electric models were due before the turn of the decade as part of a $35 billion EV investment, starting with the eVitara which was launched today. These models… Continue reading Suzuki puts future EVs on hold as it “monitors” electric car market
Royal Enfield unveils EV brand “Flying Flea”; Plans two launches by early 2026
Eicher Motors-owned Royal Enfield unveiled its electric motorcycle brand Flying Flea on Monday, January 4, 2024 and said that it plans to launch two electric models under the brand by early 2026. Flying Flea’s first two motorcycles, the classic-styled FF-C6 and the scrambler-styled FF-S6, will be in the market by early 2026, with the first… Continue reading Royal Enfield unveils EV brand “Flying Flea”; Plans two launches by early 2026