Anticipating a surge in demand over the next 10-15 years, auto parts giant Uno Minda is aggressively acquiring land across India’s major auto hubs. The company plans to spend Rs 600 crore to secure land parcels, aiming to grow at least 1.5 times faster than the industry in the long run. Sunil Bohra, CFO and… Continue reading Uno Minda bolsters land holdings across India’s auto hubs
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Reliance Industries to convert its 5,000 ICE trucks to green hydrogen-powered H2ICE trucks by mid-2024
Reliance Industries is planning to convert close to 5,000 trucks into hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2ICE) powered trucks by mid-2024. These are trucks that the multinational conglomerate uses for its internal purposes. A senior official confirmed this to Autocar Professional on the sidelines of the 2nd SIAM International Symposium for Thriving on Eco-Energy in Mobility… Continue reading Reliance Industries to convert its 5,000 ICE trucks to green hydrogen-powered H2ICE trucks by mid-2024
ZF’s Bharat Mobility Show display focuses on localised manufacturing
ZF, the third largest automotive supplier in the world and a global technology leader in the automotive sector, is among the many leading component majors participating at the ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2024 / Bharat Mobility Show. The company has showcased its technological advancements across all segments of the mobility ecosystem. The global expo serves… Continue reading ZF’s Bharat Mobility Show display focuses on localised manufacturing
Anand Group displays EV, lightweighting components at Bharat Mobility Show
Tier-1 major Anand Group, which set up a new subsidiary – Anevolve – to focus on green technology and clean mobility solutions, has showcased a range of innovative products, targeted at the fast-growing EV industry, at the ACMA Automechanika 2024 / Bharat Mobility Show at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The company has displayed EV… Continue reading Anand Group displays EV, lightweighting components at Bharat Mobility Show
Rosmerta Technologies targets up to 75% capacity utilisation of recycling facilities by FY2026
Gurugram-based Rosmerta Technologies, a key player in the high-security registration plates, as well as automated driving test tracks categories in India, is bullish about growing demand for vehicle recycling services in the coming years. The company, which set up its first vehicle recycling and scrapping facility (RVSF) in Manesar in October 2023, is targeting up… Continue reading Rosmerta Technologies targets up to 75% capacity utilisation of recycling facilities by FY2026
Why simulators are the future of engineering
I’m indebted to (and a little envious of) my colleague Richard Lane for his recent visit to the Ansible Motion simulator. I’ve spent a good amount of time in simulators over the past decade – more than my colleagues, to the point that I’ve felt like I’m our sim correspondent. They do have more visual… Continue reading Why simulators are the future of engineering
Subaru Crosstrek
If you’re looking for the extra head room, raised vantage point and enlarged boot of a more typical mid-sized SUV, or the sleek digital technology or premium cabin quality of so many European-market rivals for that matter, you’re barking up the wrong tree with the Subaru Crosstrek. While its ride height grants at least some… Continue reading Subaru Crosstrek
Exclusive: Jaguar Land Rover boss sets the record straight on thefts, insurance, parts supply, electrification and more
It may have been a tumultuous year for JLR in 2023, but the company just revealed strong sales across the board and finances that are in decent health at last, too. Jaguar Land Rover posted record third quarter revenues in the 2023/24 financial year totalling £7.4bn (up 22 per cent compared to the previous year),… Continue reading Exclusive: Jaguar Land Rover boss sets the record straight on thefts, insurance, parts supply, electrification and more
GS Caltex India honors mechanics with 3rd #GaadiKeDoctor campaign on 14th anniversary
In celebration of its 14th anniversary in India, GS Caltex, a prominent lubricant company, has launched the 3rd edition of the #GaadiKeDoctor campaign. This digital initiative, dedicated to the often-overlooked heroes beneath the hoods and behind the wheel – the vehicle mechanics, is a heartfelt acknowledgment of their indispensable contribution. Marking February 2 as ‘National… Continue reading GS Caltex India honors mechanics with 3rd #GaadiKeDoctor campaign on 14th anniversary
Elon Musk’s $50 Billion Tesla Pay Was Struck Down. What Happens Next?
A Delaware judge’s decision to void the pay package that helped make Elon Musk the world’s richest person leaves Tesla’s board with some difficult decisions to make. Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick of the Delaware Court of Chancery on Tuesday ordered Tesla to cancel stock options awarded to Mr. Musk, the electric car company’s chief… Continue reading Elon Musk’s $50 Billion Tesla Pay Was Struck Down. What Happens Next?