Solid-state batteries have long been touted as the technological breakthrough that electric car makers are striving to bring to market. Finally, it looks like 2025 could mark a crucial step on the technology’s path to becoming ready for production. These next-generation batteries are regarded as a holy grail for EVs because they offer greater capacity and… Continue reading Solid-state battery round-up: 2025 to be a decisive year
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My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.119)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast your hosts Matt Prior and Steve Cropley welcome Autocar’s road test editor, Matt Saunders, to the studio (aka the storeroom). The trio talk everything from great cars to great canteens, explain how Autocar tests cars and how it (sometimes) upsets the industry. Make sure you never miss… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.119)
Honda, Nissan to begin discussions on possible merger: Report
Honda and Nissan are looking to begin talks on a possible merger that could eventually encompass Mitsubishi Corporation, Bloomberg noted citing Nikkei.This deal could effectively form an auto rival to Toyota Motor Corp, amalgamating the auto industry into two factions, while also giving Nissan and Honda more ammunition to take on larger rivals, Bloomberg noted. … Continue reading Honda, Nissan to begin discussions on possible merger: Report
Maruti Suzuki produces 2 million units in a year for the first time
Passenger vehicle market leader Maruti Suzuki India has announced a production milestone of 2 million vehicles in a calendar year for the first time in its history. This makes Maruti Suzuki the only OEM in India to achieve this significant milestone in passenger vehicle production. With this achievement, Maruti Suzuki has also become the first… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki produces 2 million units in a year for the first time
Carraro India to launch IPO on December 20 with price band of ₹668-₹704 per share
Carraro India Limited has announced the price band for its upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO) at ₹668 to ₹704 per equity share, with a face value of ₹10 each. The IPO is scheduled to open for subscription on Friday, December 20, 2024, and will close on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Investors can place bids for… Continue reading Carraro India to launch IPO on December 20 with price band of ₹668-₹704 per share
bp Ventures Invests $9 million in Zingbus to advance electric Intercity transportation in India
bp Ventures has invested $9 million in Zingbus, a Delhi-based intercity bus platform, as part of its Series A funding round. Zingbus offers technology-driven solutions for bus operators and passengers, focusing on fleet management, route optimization, pricing, and ticketing through its digital platform. India’s extensive road network, the second largest globally, spans approximately 6.4… Continue reading bp Ventures Invests $9 million in Zingbus to advance electric Intercity transportation in India
Japan’s Honda and Nissan to reportedly begin merger talks
Makoto Uchida, president and CEO of Nissan Motor, and Toshihiro Mibe, Honda Motor president and CEO, attend their joint press conference in Tokyo, Japan March 15, 2024. Kyodo | Via Reuters DETROIT — Japanese automakers Nissan Motor and Honda Motor reportedly plan to enter into negotiations for a merger to better compete in the rapidly… Continue reading Japan’s Honda and Nissan to reportedly begin merger talks
Germany’s auto giants were already reeling. Now Trump wants to turn them into American companies
Republican Presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to attendees during a campaign rally at the Johnny Mercer Theatre on September 24, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia. Brandon Bell | Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump‘s pledge to impose a blanket tariff on all goods coming into the U.S. could wreak havoc for European carmakers, with… Continue reading Germany’s auto giants were already reeling. Now Trump wants to turn them into American companies
Waymo to begin testing in Tokyo, its first international destination
A Waymo rider-only robotaxi is seen during a test ride in San Francisco on Dec. 9, 2022. Paresh Dave | Reuters Alphabet-owned Waymo announced Monday that it will start testing its autonomous vehicles in Tokyo in early 2025, the company’s first step toward international expansion. Waymo hasn’t committed to start commercial service in Tokyo yet,… Continue reading Waymo to begin testing in Tokyo, its first international destination
Gulf Oil and Piaggio India extend partnership for lubricant until 2032
Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd and Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd , a subsidiary of the Italian auto giant Piaggio Group, have renewed their strategic partnership for two-wheeler lubricants. The exclusive agreement, originally signed in January 2020, has been extended until 2032, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to delivering high-quality, co-branded lubricants tailored to Piaggio’s two-wheeler lineup.… Continue reading Gulf Oil and Piaggio India extend partnership for lubricant until 2032