Category: US Motoring Press

UV makers sell 670,256 units in Q1 FY2026, Maruti and Mahindra separated by 9,801 units

With apex industry body SIAM releasing the automobile wholesales (factory dispatches) data for the first quarter of FY2026, it is amply clear that demand has been muted in the overall passenger vehicle industry at 1.02 million units (up 3%). Of this, utility vehicle (UV) manufacturers contributed 670,256 units – this total is up just 3.8%… Continue reading UV makers sell 670,256 units in Q1 FY2026, Maruti and Mahindra separated by 9,801 units

GM expands production of gas-powered SUV, trucks in Michigan

watch now General Motors said Tuesday it will move production of a gas-powered SUV to an assembly plant in Michigan and add manufacturing of pickup trucks in its home state. “GM will begin production of the Cadillac Escalade, as well as the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra light duty pickups at Orion Assembly in early… Continue reading GM expands production of gas-powered SUV, trucks in Michigan

Tesla’s Model Y debuts in India priced at a hefty $70,000 as the EV maker ‘tests the waters’

In this photo illustration, logo of Tesla is displayed on a mobile phone screen in front of the Indian flag in Ankara, Turkiye on November 28, 2023. Cem Genco | Anadolu | Getty Images Tesla has made its long-awaited debut in India, where it will sell its electric SUV, the Model Y, starting at $69,770,… Continue reading Tesla’s Model Y debuts in India priced at a hefty $70,000 as the EV maker ‘tests the waters’

I’m in Norway — and EVs are everywhere. Here’s what the country has done differently

Oslo Taxi’s Tesla model Y (L) and the NIO ET5 electric vehicle from Nio Inc, a Chinese multinational electric car manufacturer, drive through the Norwegian capital Oslo, on Sept. 27, 2024. Jonathan Nackstrand | Afp | Getty Images OSLO, Norway — Electric vehicles are pretty much everywhere you look in Norway. The wealthy Nordic country,… Continue reading I’m in Norway — and EVs are everywhere. Here’s what the country has done differently

Renault Group Appoints Duncan Minto as Interim CEO

Renault Group has named Duncan Minto as Interim Chief Executive Officer of Renault S.A., effective July 15, 2025. Minto, who currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Renault Group, will lead the company until a permanent CEO is appointed. In June, Luca de Meo stepped down from his role as the CEO of Renault Group… Continue reading Renault Group Appoints Duncan Minto as Interim CEO

Indian Racing Festival 2025 Begins with Driver Draft in Mumbai

The Indian Racing League (IRL) conducted its first official driver draft at the Taj Lands End in Mumbai, selecting 24 drivers across six franchises for the 2025 season. Each team selected four drivers following a structured format: one international driver, one emerging international or Indian-origin talent, one domestic Indian driver, and one female driver. The… Continue reading Indian Racing Festival 2025 Begins with Driver Draft in Mumbai

Can the world’s hottest growth market supercharge UK automotive?

Facing a flat market in Europe, falling sales in China and a fragile situation in the US, UK car makers are looking hungrily at a huge market that is predicted by some to be on the cusp of explosive growth. India has always been a tough prospect, particularly for premium makers, because of extremely high… Continue reading Can the world’s hottest growth market supercharge UK automotive?

Himadri Speciality Chemical to Set Up Wholly Owned Subsidiary in UAE; Appoints New KMP

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. (HSCL), a leading Indian speciality chemicals manufacturer, has announced the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to support its global expansion strategy. The decision was taken during the Board of Directors meeting held earlier today. The proposed subsidiary, tentatively named “Alliance Worldwide LLC” (subject to… Continue reading Himadri Speciality Chemical to Set Up Wholly Owned Subsidiary in UAE; Appoints New KMP

Uno Minda’s Vietnam e-Drives Asset Acquisition from Friwo Still Underway, Completion Expected by July 22

Uno Minda Limited has provided an update regarding its ongoing acquisition of e-Drives business assets in Vietnam from Friwo. In a regulatory filing addressed to the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the company stated that the transaction is still underway and is on track for completion by or before July… Continue reading Uno Minda’s Vietnam e-Drives Asset Acquisition from Friwo Still Underway, Completion Expected by July 22