Tata Motors Ltd expects introduction of new models across markets and favourable macroeconomic factors to drive volume growth in the year ahead. The automaker’s management expects strong sales growth in the March quarter to help build momentum for 2025-26 (Apr-Mar). “The product offensive will remain the linchpin for breaking through in markets. So innovation has… Continue reading Product offensive will remain linchpin for breakthrough in all markets: Balaji
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Renault-backed start-up launches 249-mile electric vans
Flexis – a joint venture between Renault, Volvo Trucks and French logistics firm CMA CGM – has revealed the trio of electric vans that it will bring to market next year. The vans, which should come to the UK before the end of the decade, are part of a €350 million model -range development plan and based… Continue reading Renault-backed start-up launches 249-mile electric vans
Government to invest £65 million in kerbside EV charging
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the UK government will invest £65 million into EV charging company Connected Kerb, as the latest measure intended to boost uptake of electric cars. Connected Kerb specialises in the installation of slow chargers on streets and at destinations (such as supermarkets) to improve the availability of infrastructure for those who… Continue reading Government to invest £65 million in kerbside EV charging
Chinese cars have caught up with European ones
This may be the year in which so many new Chinese car brands finally hit UK showrooms. Within a soup that has been augmented with new ingredients only rarely over the years, we will rather suddenly have Jaecoos, Havals, Leapmotors, Xpengs, IMs and more to get to know. We will need to work out what… Continue reading Chinese cars have caught up with European ones
Renault 5
The overall feeling inside is a positive one, with lots of light and colour and well-integrated technology. It’s not only the exterior design that has character. There is an excellent driving position with a comfortable seat that has ample support. You sit low and deep, in the car rather than on it, but a relaxing… Continue reading Renault 5
Maruti Suzuki cuts inventory to 9 days, sees Q4 retail sales growing 3-4%
After a challenging year marked by a vehicle pile-up at dealerships, Maruti Suzuki has made significant strides in reducing its inventory. With strong retail sales in the final three months of the year, the automaker reduced its network stock to just 9 days as of December end. Maruti Suzuki is optimistic about sustained demand momentum,… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki cuts inventory to 9 days, sees Q4 retail sales growing 3-4%
Electrifying Ambitions: Tata Motors’ EV Drive to Get a Boost from $800-900 Million in PLI Incentives
Tata Motors, India’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is set to rely heavily on the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to fund its future EV investments. Of the $2.2 billion earmarked for expansion, approximately $800–900 million is expected to come from PLI incentives, while the remaining $1 billion is backed by private equity, notably… Continue reading Electrifying Ambitions: Tata Motors’ EV Drive to Get a Boost from $800-900 Million in PLI Incentives
Cabinet approves revised ethanol prices for public sector OMCs
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the revision of ethanol procurement prices for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) for the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2024-25. Starting from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, the administered ex-mill price of ethanol derived from C Heavy Molasses… Continue reading Cabinet approves revised ethanol prices for public sector OMCs
Project Abhay: Vision care initiative targets road safety crisis
A nationwide initiative has screened 50,000 truck drivers across six Indian states, revealing that over half suffer from vision problems that could impact road safety. The Project Abhay findings, presented at IIT Delhi on January 29, show that 55.1% of drivers require vision correction, with 93.7% receiving immediate assistance through on-site health camps. The initiative,… Continue reading Project Abhay: Vision care initiative targets road safety crisis
Tata Motors expects PV space to be competitive on new launches, low inventory
Tata Motors expects the pricing environment in the passenger vehicle industry to remain “competitive” in the new year, driven by new model launches and correction of inventory across the industry. This comes as the demand for passenger vehicles is expected to cool off following two years of strong growth. “Given the innovations and intensity of… Continue reading Tata Motors expects PV space to be competitive on new launches, low inventory