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Yamaha Constructs 12-Classroom School in Kancheepuram Under CSR Initiative

India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. has constructed a 12-classroom school building for Government High School Thirukallimedu in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu, as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives. The facility includes classrooms, a kitchen, restrooms, a computer lab, and a 10KW solar power system, enhancing infrastructure for students. The newly built two-story structure, with six… Continue reading Yamaha Constructs 12-Classroom School in Kancheepuram Under CSR Initiative

Vecmocon Technologies Raises $18 Million in Series A Funding

Vecmocon Technologies, a deep-tech electric mobility solutions provider, has completed its Series A funding round with a total raise of $18 million on June 9, 2025, in Delhi, India. The funding was led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) with participation from Blume Ventures and Aavishkaar Capital to support the company’s research and development initiatives for… Continue reading Vecmocon Technologies Raises $18 Million in Series A Funding

Volkswagen plots electric comeback for Touran MPV

The 2016 Budd-e concept measured 4597mm in length, some 70mm longer than the second-generation Touran and 124mm shorter than the standard-wheelbase ID Buzz. Insiders say new sliding door and seating concepts are being developed in a bid to provide the sort of modernity of potential rivals, including the recently introduced Zeekr Mix. While the existing ID Buzz targets… Continue reading Volkswagen plots electric comeback for Touran MPV

Transit vans the key to Ford’s European sales growth

Ford Pro has been the sector leader in commercial vehicles in Europe for the past 10 years, and so far in 2025 it has achieved a market share of close to 20%. “And that’s just the vehicle business,” said Hans Schep, general manager of Ford Pro Europe, Ford’s European commercial vehicle arm. Vehicle sales aside,… Continue reading Transit vans the key to Ford’s European sales growth

Hyundai Xcient truck to use ZF’s fifth-gen electronically controlled air suspension

ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has announced the series production of the latest, fifth generation of its market leading Electronically Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) technology OptiRide ECAS for Hyundai Motor Company (HMC). The series production for HMC follows the start of production for one of the leading European commercial vehicle manufacturers in 2024. Hyundai… Continue reading Hyundai Xcient truck to use ZF’s fifth-gen electronically controlled air suspension

Valeo wins imaging radar system biz for automated driving from premium carmaker

Valeo has been selected by a premium global automaker for a new radar system to equip its personally-owned vehicles with a hands-off, eyes-off automated driving system. The first production nomination for this radar system will enable an expanded operational design domain of automated driving and improved human-machine response for road hazards at high speeds, among… Continue reading Valeo wins imaging radar system biz for automated driving from premium carmaker

Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

As a result of demand picking up for its two electric-origin SUVs – the BE 6 and XEV 9e – Mahindra & Mahindra has registered its highest-ever monthly production and wholesales since the two new EVs were launched in India in January 2025. May 2025 saw a total of 3,692 units manufactured at the Chakan… Continue reading Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 production and sales hit highest level in May

Toyota Urban Cruiser

So what can we learn in Madrid that we couldn’t from a drive of the Suzuki at a British proving ground? Well, actual roads with actual traffic do give a better idea of how well it performs in the real world. To drive, it’s actually quite nice. Enough grip and well-weighted steering make it enjoyable… Continue reading Toyota Urban Cruiser