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Quantum Energy partners with Battery Smart to enable battery swapping for e-scooters across India

Quantum Energy has announced a strategic collaboration with Battery Smart. Through this partnership, Battery Smart’s extensive network of over 900 swap stations across 25+ cities will facilitate battery swapping for Quantum’s electric scooters. The partnership aims to address range anxiety and long charging downtimes for ride-hailing, last-mile delivery, and connectivity companies utilising Quantum’s electric fleet… Continue reading Quantum Energy partners with Battery Smart to enable battery swapping for e-scooters across India

Domestic CV industry volumes to remain muted in Q4 FY2024; sharp industry upcycle likely to plateau in FY2025: ICRA

The domestic commercial vehicle (CV) industry is anticipated to witness subdued growth in Q4 FY2024, with volumes expected to remain muted due to the base effect and a slowdown in infrastructural activities ahead of the General Elections, according to a report by ICRA. Despite an estimated 2-5% year-on-year growth in volumes for FY2024, the industry’s… Continue reading Domestic CV industry volumes to remain muted in Q4 FY2024; sharp industry upcycle likely to plateau in FY2025: ICRA

Kia EV9 named top three finalist in two categories at 2024 World Car Awards

2024 Kia EV9 has been selected as a top three finalist in two categories for the 2024 World Car Awards. The all-electric EV9 has earned recognition in both the World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle categories, placing it among the top contenders for these titles. The World Car Awards, established in 2003,… Continue reading Kia EV9 named top three finalist in two categories at 2024 World Car Awards

New Skoda compact SUV will be based on Kushaq

It’s official, Skoda will go ahead with the introduction of its compact SUV in India. Expected to hit showrooms a year from now, Skoda says March 2025, the compact SUV will be based on the MQB A0-IN platform that forms the backbone of Skoda and VW in India, sharing many of its aggregates and sub-systems.… Continue reading New Skoda compact SUV will be based on Kushaq

Pricol showcases EV-ready products and technologies at ACMA EV Summit 2024

Pricol Limited, a prominent automotive technology and precision-engineered solutions company, is its range of EV-ready products and technologies in the 4th Edition of the Global Summit & Exhibition EVs: Transforming Mobility, taking place on February 26-27, 2024 at the Manekshaw Center, New Delhi. Organised by ACMA, the EV Expo and Summit 2024 bring together key… Continue reading Pricol showcases EV-ready products and technologies at ACMA EV Summit 2024

Pricol showcases EV-ready products and technologies at ACMA EV Summit 2024

VinFast patents Klara S electric scooter in India

Vietnamese EV OEM, which broke ground on its India project in Tamil Nadu on February 25, sold 72,468 electric scooters in CY2023 in Vietnam. It has now registered design trademark for the Klara S in India. Vinfast Auto, which broke ground on its electric car plant at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu on February 25, 2024,… Continue reading VinFast patents Klara S electric scooter in India

VinFast patents Klara S electric scooter in India

Skoda to enter compact SUV market in 2025, eyes 1 lakh annual sales by 2026

Czech car maker Skoda Auto has approved its next phase of investment for India, which will go into compact SUV and battery electric vehicles, says Klaus Zellmer, CEO of the company. The new investment will not only lead to a 30% expansion of production capacity but also expand the addressable market for the brand to… Continue reading Skoda to enter compact SUV market in 2025, eyes 1 lakh annual sales by 2026

New McLaren Artura Spider is an aerodynamic tour de force

As is tradition, McLaren has taken a hacksaw to the roof of its latest production model, lopping off the lid to create the all-new Artura Spider. The maker claims performance is “almost indistinguishable” compared with the coupé, thanks in part to a 19bhp power boost that will soon be made available free of charge to… Continue reading New McLaren Artura Spider is an aerodynamic tour de force