Continental has published a white paper detailing how verifiable credentials could enhance security and privacy in connected vehicle applications. The document, titled “Mobility applications for software-defined vehicles — an approach based on verifiable credentials,” presents vehicles as platforms for software solutions beyond transportation. Verifiable credentials are cryptographically secure digital formats that represent information about vehicles… Continue reading Continental Releases White Paper on Vehicle Security Framework Using Verifiable Credentials
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MG’s Chinese Roots Offer No Immunity from Rare Earth Shock, Says Anurag Mehrotra
Despite its partial Chinese ownership, JSW MG Motor India says it is just as exposed to the global rare earth supply crunch as any other automaker. “We are as impacted or not impacted as any other OEM in the country,” said Managing Director Anurag Mehrotra, dismissing the idea that the brand’s China connection with SAIC… Continue reading MG’s Chinese Roots Offer No Immunity from Rare Earth Shock, Says Anurag Mehrotra
ZF Group Transfers Full Ownership of Indian Joint Venture to Somic Ishikawa
ZF India Pvt Ltd and Somic Ishikawa Inc. have completed an agreement transferring 100% ownership of their joint venture, Somic ZF Components Pvt Ltd, to the Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. The transaction ends a business partnership that began in 1993, though financial terms were not disclosed by either party. The acquisition allows Somic Ishikawa to… Continue reading ZF Group Transfers Full Ownership of Indian Joint Venture to Somic Ishikawa
ZELIO E Mobility Launches Updated Eeva Electric Scooter with Enhanced Features
ZELIO E Mobility announced the launch of an updated version of its Eeva electric scooter on July 8, 2025. The facelift model offers improved performance specifications and comes in three variants designed for urban commuting needs. The new Eeva 2025 features a top speed of 25 km/h and provides a range of up to 120… Continue reading ZELIO E Mobility Launches Updated Eeva Electric Scooter with Enhanced Features
BMW India Opens Pre-Launch Bookings for Second-Generation 2 Series Gran Coupe
BMW India announced the opening of pre-launch bookings for the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, starting at 12:30 PM on July 9, 2025. The vehicle will be officially launched in India on July 17, 2025, marking the arrival of the second generation of this model in the Indian market. The second-generation BMW 2 Series… Continue reading BMW India Opens Pre-Launch Bookings for Second-Generation 2 Series Gran Coupe
VinFast India Hires 200 Workers for Thoothukudi Electric Vehicle Plant
VinFast Auto India has hired its first group of 200 local professionals for its upcoming electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The company announced the recruitment on July 9, 2025, marking a step toward its goal of employing 3,500 workers over the next five years. The newly hired employees are undergoing training to… Continue reading VinFast India Hires 200 Workers for Thoothukudi Electric Vehicle Plant
Australia Says Willing to be Long Term Rare Earth Supplier to India
Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a key supplier of critical elements such as rare earth to India amid rising global demand for rare earth elements and a surge in electric vehicle production. Speaking at the India Energy Week, 2025 in India, Philip Green OAM, Australia’s High Commissioner to India, emphasized the synergy between… Continue reading Australia Says Willing to be Long Term Rare Earth Supplier to India
Ford Tourneo Connect
It takes only a few yards in the Connect PHEV to appreciate what relevant qualities it will bring to the line-up. The car moves off under electric power almost all of the time and there’s a more than adequate sufficiency of it for part-throttle town motoring. We tested the car against the clock running as… Continue reading Ford Tourneo Connect
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.148)
This week finds Steve Cropley talking about Dacia Dusters old and new, Matt Prior finds himself confused by the appearance of some new cars, while the pair discuss a Fiat Panda Twinair, the new Ferrari Amalfi, the refinement of a Genesis G80 and much more, including your correspondence. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast.… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.148)
Elektrobit Launches AutoCore Light Software for Smart Vehicle Components
Elektrobit announced the release of EB tresos AutoCore Light, a software platform designed for peripheral electronic control units (ECUs) in software-defined vehicles. The company unveiled the product on July 9, 2025, positioning it as a solution for cost-effective integration of smart sensors and actuators. The software targets peripheral ECUs such as smart sensors and actuators… Continue reading Elektrobit Launches AutoCore Light Software for Smart Vehicle Components