Despite the global buzz around electrification and hydrogen, diesel isn’t going anywhere—at least not anytime soon, says Rajendra Petkar, President and Chief Technology Officer of Tata Motors – Commercial Vehicles. Speaking at the Autocar Professional Future Powertrain Conclave in Chennai, Petkar was unambiguous in his assertion:“Diesel will continue to rule the roost… because that’s the… Continue reading “Diesel Will Continue to Rule the Roost”: Tata Motors’ Rajendra Petkar on the Future of Powertrains
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Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
Apollo Tyres Ltd has appointed Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO), effective today. The appointment, approved by the Board of Directors through a Circular Resolution, follows a recommendation from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee. In a regulatory filing to the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Ltd, Apollo Tyres informed that… Continue reading Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
Vauxhall Corsa Electric update brings 266 miles of range for £29k
The Long Range version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric has received an update that increases its range by 14 miles. Vauxhall attributed the gain to improved cell chemistry in the nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery and revisions to the electric car’s motor reducing energy consumption. This means the Long Range variant is officially capable of driving 266 miles between charges, compared with 252 miles… Continue reading Vauxhall Corsa Electric update brings 266 miles of range for £29k
GM’s first-quarter U.S. vehicle sales lead industry as automakers braces for tariffs
SUVs at a Chevrolet dealership in Oshawa, ON. Rene Johnston | Toronto Star | Getty Images General Motors and other automakers reported notable increases in their first-quarter U.S. vehicle sales, as the automotive industry braces for the impacts of President Donald Trump‘s auto tariffs that are set to take effect this week. GM on Tuesday… Continue reading GM’s first-quarter U.S. vehicle sales lead industry as automakers braces for tariffs
Trump tariffs jolt Asian automakers — Toyota likely set for most pain
Brand new Toyota cars are displayed on the sales lot at Hanlees Hilltop Toyota on March 4, 2025 in Richmond, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Newly announced U.S. tariffs on auto imports have rattled Asian automakers, pressuring companies ahead of the implementation of the duties later in the week. U.S. President Donald Trump last… Continue reading Trump tariffs jolt Asian automakers — Toyota likely set for most pain
Trump’s tariffs could mean big business for supply chain software startup LightSource
LightSource cofounders: CTO Idan Mintz and CEO Spencer Penn Courtesy: LightSource With President Donald Trump set to impose sweeping tariffs on a wide swath of U.S. trading partners this week, corporate America is awash in uncertainty. LightSource, a San Francisco startup whose software helps companies manage their procurement process, costs and vendor relationships, didn’t know… Continue reading Trump’s tariffs could mean big business for supply chain software startup LightSource
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Optimizing Electric Vehicle Performance
India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in battery technology, smart energy management, and AI driven optimizations that make EVs more efficient, reliable, and accessible. The electric vehicle market size in India was valued at USD 8.49 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 40.7% from… Continue reading The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Optimizing Electric Vehicle Performance
Honda Cars India Total Sales Decline 14.7% in March
Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) sold 7,228 units domestically and exported 4,656 units in March 2025, contributing to the company’s total sales of 126,151 units for the fiscal year 2024-25. In comparison, Honda recorded domestic sales of 7,071 units and exports of 6,860 units in March 2024, reflecting a 14.7% decline in overall March sales. The… Continue reading Honda Cars India Total Sales Decline 14.7% in March
One-in-Three Maruti Vehicles Sold in FY25 Ran on CNG
Cars running on CNG are gaining significant traction in India, with one in every three Maruti Suzuki cars sold during the year ended March supporting this fuel. A variety of factors, such as a lower cost of ownership, expanding CNG refuelling infrastructure and a wider range of models, are behind the rising popularity of this… Continue reading One-in-Three Maruti Vehicles Sold in FY25 Ran on CNG
Hyundai Motor India sells 598,666 vehicles in FY2025, Creta sells 194,871 units
Hyundai Motor India, the second-ranked passenger vehicle manufacturer after Maruti Suzuki in volumes, has reported sales of 598,666 cars and SUVs in FY2025, down 3% year on year (FY2024: 614,717 units). FY2025 has been tough fiscal for Hyundai and, like Maruti Suzuki, has seen the consumer shift towards SUVs impact demand for its clutch of… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India sells 598,666 vehicles in FY2025, Creta sells 194,871 units