India, the world’s third largest automotive market, is witnessing action across vehicle categories, and German mechatronics specialist Marquardt Group is keen to make the most of this opportunity. Outside the passenger vehicle segment–which contributes the most to the group’s India sales–it has spotted opportunities in the two- and three-wheeler, truck, and construction equipment categories, says… Continue reading ‘India Can Become a Major Pillar for Us’ – Marquardt Group
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Kia India Enters a Phase of Correction, Revenues and Profits fall in FY-24
South Korean car major Kia India has reported its first year-on-year decline in profit and revenue since the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting the impact of a slowing passenger vehicle market and intensifying competition in the Indian automotive sector. According to the company’s financial filing with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, for the financial year that ended… Continue reading Kia India Enters a Phase of Correction, Revenues and Profits fall in FY-24
This extreme off-road racing series will show what hydrogen can do
The hydrogen fuel cell could be one of the most highly developed and rigorously tested automotive technologies never to reach mainstream production, but that doesn’t mean it won’t. The FIA Extreme H World Cup, a new off-road motorsport championship due to kick off later this year, aims to demonstrate just how capable the technology is. … Continue reading This extreme off-road racing series will show what hydrogen can do
Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand
The hybrid drive motor and gearbox, will be produced at Aisin Powertrain (Thailand) Co for use in the Mitsubishi XForce HEV and will mark Asin’s first electric unit production in the ASEAN region, which is part of its strategic plan to develop a global production system for electrification. Mitsubishi Motors has awarded new hybrid electric vehicle… Continue reading Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand
Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand
The hybrid drive motor and gearbox, will be produced at Aisin Powertrain (Thailand) Co for use in the Mitsubishi XForce HEV and will mark Asin’s first electric unit production in the ASEAN region, which is part of its strategic plan to develop a global production system for electrification. Mitsubishi Motors has awarded new hybrid electric vehicle… Continue reading Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand
GM reports strong Q1 sales in China, demand for EVs and hybrids surges 53%
General Motors and its joint ventures have sold more than 442,000 units in China in the first quarter of 2025 (January-March), with positive year-on-year sales growth and the third consecutive quarter of sequential gains in market share. Sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs), including both pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), surged… Continue reading GM reports strong Q1 sales in China, demand for EVs and hybrids surges 53%
Volkswagen to invest $580 million in Argentina, plots new pick-up truck for South America
The Volkswagen brand is putting its global future plan into action. With an investment of US$ 580 million (Rs 4,831 crore) in Argentina, VW is paving the way for the next generation of midsize pick-up truck as a successor to the Amarok. The new model will be produced at the Pacheco plant in Argentina from… Continue reading Volkswagen to invest $580 million in Argentina, plots new pick-up truck for South America
Tesla’s June robotaxi deadline looms as political backlash builds over Elon Musk
Elon Musk has been promising investors for about a decade that Tesla’s cars are on the verge of turning into robotaxis, capable of driving themselves cross-country, after one big software update. That hasn’t happened yet. What Tesla offers is a sophisticated, but only partially automated, driving system that’s marketed in the U.S. as its Full… Continue reading Tesla’s June robotaxi deadline looms as political backlash builds over Elon Musk
Automakers seek ‘opportunity in the chaos’ of Trump’s tariffs
Trucks are shown from a drone view after clearing U.S. Customs and entering the United States from Tijuana along the U.S. Mexico border at Otay Mesa port in San Diego, California, U.S. April 2, 2025. Mike Blake | Reuters DETROIT — As President Donald Trump‘s 25% tariffs on imported vehicles were set to take effect,… Continue reading Automakers seek ‘opportunity in the chaos’ of Trump’s tariffs
Why some EV researchers are skeptical of BYD’s fast charging tech
Chinese automaker BYD is rapidly seizing the title of the world’s leading name in electric vehicles. It passed Tesla in global revenues in 2024 — though it sold slightly fewer EVs. Including hybrids, BYD’s volume is about twice that of its American rival. Shares are up more than 40% since the beginning of 2025. Tesla’s… Continue reading Why some EV researchers are skeptical of BYD’s fast charging tech