Bell said the SPA3 is “a big step from a mechanical perspective, but from a software electronics perspective, it’s a straight evolution”. He added: “All the work we’re putting into the EX90 will go directly into the SPA3 cars as well. It’s basically the same software stack. “SPA3 is designed from the beginning to be much… Continue reading Crucial Volvo EX60 shown for the first time ahead of 2026 launch
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Maserati MC20 Folgore cancelled due to insufficient demand
Maserati has officially cancelled the MC20 Folgore, as reported by Autocar last week. Confirming the news, a company spokesperson said the decision was made due to insufficient demand for an electric supercar. It was originally one of six Maserati EVs due by next year, promising a huge power output and a similar character to the existing V6-engined MC20. The news comes… Continue reading Maserati MC20 Folgore cancelled due to insufficient demand
Volkswagen reintroducing physical controls for vital functions
All future Volkswagen models will feature physical controls for the most important functions, design chief Andreas Mindt has said. The German firm has been criticised over the past few years for moving many of the vital controls in its cars from physical buttons and dials to the infotainment touchscreen. Volkswagen also introduced haptic ‘sliders’ below the… Continue reading Volkswagen reintroducing physical controls for vital functions
Motability takes £565 million blow as costs soar
The UK’s biggest fleet, whose “explosive” growth in June last year was credited with helping car makers through a tricky period, has reported losses of more than half a billion pounds – saying this highlights the growing cost of car ownership and volatile resale values of EVs. Motability Operations, the company behind the Motability charity,… Continue reading Motability takes £565 million blow as costs soar
Pininfarina Marks 95 Years with Two-Wheel Aerodynamics Event
Pininfarina celebrated its 95th anniversary by hosting “Design and Performance in Motion: Shaping Two-Wheel Aerodynamics” at its headquarters in Turin. The event focused on the role of aerodynamics in two-wheel mobility, showcasing the capabilities of the Pininfarina Wind Tunnel, a facility used for aerodynamic and aeroacoustic research for over 50 years. The event featured speakers… Continue reading Pininfarina Marks 95 Years with Two-Wheel Aerodynamics Event
Ultraviolette to Invest $70-100 Million for More Products, Capacity
Ultraviolette Automotive is set to invest $70-$100 million (Rs 600-870 crore) over the next couple of years as the electric two-wheeler startup looks to expand its product portfolio with a diverse range of scooters and motorcycles, and significantly increase its manufacturing capacity to support future sales. “This [new products and capacity expansion] involves investments in the… Continue reading Ultraviolette to Invest $70-100 Million for More Products, Capacity
Jay Bharat Maruti Ltd. Increases Stake in JBM Ogihara Die Tech
Jay Bharat Maruti Limited (JBML) has increased its stake in JBM Ogihara Die-Tech (P) Ltd. (JODT) from 39% to 49% by acquiring an equity stake from its joint venture partner, Ogihara Thailand Co. Ltd. (OTC). JBML, a manufacturer of auto systems and assemblies and a Tier 1 supplier to Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., announced the… Continue reading Jay Bharat Maruti Ltd. Increases Stake in JBM Ogihara Die Tech
Mercedes-Benz India and DPIIT Collaborate to Support Startup Ecosystem
Mercedes-Benz India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, to promote innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship within the country’s startup ecosystem. As part of this collaboration, Mercedes-Benz India will provide product startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs with… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India and DPIIT Collaborate to Support Startup Ecosystem
Hala Mobility Partners with iGowise to Deploy 2,000 Electric Trikes for Last-Mile Delivery
Hala Mobility, an EV-as-a-service platform, has announced a partnership with iGowise Mobility to deploy 2,000 high-speed electric trikes for last-mile delivery operations in cities including Hyderabad and Bangalore. The partnership aims to address inefficiencies in last-mile logistics through purpose-built, anti-topple electric vehicles manufactured in India. Under the agreement, iGowise will supply its BeiGo electric pickup… Continue reading Hala Mobility Partners with iGowise to Deploy 2,000 Electric Trikes for Last-Mile Delivery
Women Driving Change: Spinny Reports Surge in Female Car Buyers
Women are increasingly taking the driver’s seat in India’s automotive market, according to recent data released by Spinny, the country’s leading full-stack used car platform. The company reports that women comprised 26% of its customer base in 2024, up from 16% in 2023. Even more striking, by March 2025, that figure has nearly doubled to… Continue reading Women Driving Change: Spinny Reports Surge in Female Car Buyers