Stellantis has extended the production pause of the Fiat 500e, due to continued low EV demand. Originally pencilled to last a month to October 13, the pause will now end on November 1. This slump in demand has left the European electric car market “in deep trouble”, Stellantis told trade unions. The brand previously said… Continue reading Fiat 500e production pause extended due to sales slump
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Renault shows first images of reborn 4
The 4 will share the Renault Group’s Ampr Small EV platform with the 5. The two EVs are even set to have the same 2.54m wheelbase. It’s expected to offer the 5’s three single-motor, front-wheel-drive powertrains with outputs of 94bhp, 121bhp and 148bhp, as well as its 40kWh and 52kWh battery packs. As previously reported… Continue reading Renault shows first images of reborn 4
JSW MG Windsor EV set to be booked at Rs 11,000
JSW MG Motor India has announced that bookings for the MG Windsor, branded as India’s first Intelligent CUV, will begin on October 3, 2024, at 7:30 am. Customers can reserve the vehicle by visiting an MG dealership or by using the MG Motor India website, with a booking amount set at INR 11,000. Deliveries for… Continue reading JSW MG Windsor EV set to be booked at Rs 11,000
Ford in discussions to make EVs in way back to India, says TRB Rajaa: Report
Ford Motor Co. is deliberating plans to make EVs at its plant in Tamil Nadu, as it looks to re-enter India, three years after it announced closing its local factories in the country, Bloomberg reported. Ford is yet to take a call on what it will manufacture in India, TRB Rajaa, the Tamil Nadu Industries… Continue reading Ford in discussions to make EVs in way back to India, says TRB Rajaa: Report
Govt likely to end demand subsidies for e2W, e3W in 2026
The government is likely to phase out demand incentives on purchasing electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers starting the financial year 2027, while certain segments such as electric trucks, buses, and charging infrastructure are likely to get a higher focus, according to a senior government official. “PM E-Drive scheme is not a duplicate copy of FAME scheme…It… Continue reading Govt likely to end demand subsidies for e2W, e3W in 2026
Maruti Suzuki CNG sales surpass 50,000-unit mark in September 2024
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has breached the 50,000-unit mark with respect to the monthly sales of its CNG-equipped models, which went home to 53,431 buyers in September 2024, registering a significant growth of 36.1 percent over September 2023. In the first six months (April-September 2024) of the ongoing financial year FY25, MSIL… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki CNG sales surpass 50,000-unit mark in September 2024
‘We are going to see green shoots during festive season’: Partho Banerjee
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India, which has reported wholesales of 144,962 units in the month of September, registering a 3.9 percent decline (September 2023: 150,812), is confident about a buoyant festive season going forward, with a positive impact coming from a good monsoon. According to Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India,… Continue reading ‘We are going to see green shoots during festive season’: Partho Banerjee
ZELIO Ebikes launches redesigned Eeva ZX+ electric scooter at Rs 73,300
ZELIO Ebikes, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer in India, has introduced the updated Eeva ZX+ model with a redesigned appearance. Part of the Eeva Series, which includes the Eeva and Eeva Eco models, the Eeva ZX+ is aimed at urban commuters, such as students, professionals, and gig workers, looking for a blend of style and practicality.… Continue reading ZELIO Ebikes launches redesigned Eeva ZX+ electric scooter at Rs 73,300
M&M, Escorts Kubota register 3% and 5.7% tractor sales growth in September 2024
Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Equipment Sector (FES) reported 43,201 domestic tractor sales in September 2024, registering a year on year growth of 3%. Similarly, Escorts Kubota saw a 5.7% growth with 11,985 units sold in the same month. This uptick in the sales is a result of an increase in rainfall in September, supporting the… Continue reading M&M, Escorts Kubota register 3% and 5.7% tractor sales growth in September 2024
PM E-Drive scheme to boost electric truck market, says DICV’s Satyakam Arya
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) has lauded the government’s PM E-Drive scheme as a significant step forward in India’s transition to carbon-neutral mobility. Satyakam Arya, Managing Director & CEO of DICV, highlighted the scheme’s potential to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, aligning perfectly with the company’s sustainability goals. The PM E-Drive scheme, which links… Continue reading PM E-Drive scheme to boost electric truck market, says DICV’s Satyakam Arya