Tesla‘s Autopilot system has gone from being a leader in advanced driver assistance systems to merely middle of the pack. The company’s driver assistance technology, which uses names such as “Autopilot” and “Full Self-Driving,” ranked eighth on a list by Consumer Reports, behind similar systems from Ford, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and mainstream import… Continue reading Why Mercedes-Benz’s driver assistance system ranks higher than Tesla’s
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Ferrari shares pop 8% as luxury carmaker sees further earnings growth in 2025
The Ferrari F50 at Salon Prive London, held at the Royal Chelsea Hospital. Martyn Lucy | Getty Images News | Getty Images Luxury carmaker Ferrari on Tuesday reported a significant upswing in full-year net profit, citing a strong product mix and growing demand for personal touches to its vehicles. Ferrari posted net profit of 1.53… Continue reading Ferrari shares pop 8% as luxury carmaker sees further earnings growth in 2025
CNBC Daily Open: As Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada, China makes its move
Cargo ships and containers at Qingdao port in eastern China’s Shandong province on Dec. 4, 2024. Stringer | Afp | Getty Images This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Like what… Continue reading CNBC Daily Open: As Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada, China makes its move
CNBC Daily Open: Trump pauses tariffs but markets are still wary
Cars queue to cross into the U.S. from Canada, at the border between the two countries, in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Feb. 3, 2025. Chris Helgren | Reuters ]]> This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know,… Continue reading CNBC Daily Open: Trump pauses tariffs but markets are still wary
Sub-£25k Dacia Bigster hits UK roads ahead of imminent deliveries
Prices top out at £29,495 for the Hybrid 155 Extreme, keeping the entire range under £30,000. Speaking to Autocar ahead of the Bigster’s price list going public, Dacia CEO Denis Le Vot explained the rationale behind pricing the Bigster so attractively. “If you take the C-segment SUV market today in Europe, these cars are trading now… Continue reading Sub-£25k Dacia Bigster hits UK roads ahead of imminent deliveries
Audi’s model name backtrack is a victory for common sense
News that Audi has abandoned split model names for combustion and electric models represents the second time in a year that it has changed its cars’ names. Both times it has been for the better, reversing misguided decisions that confused in the first place. The latest is to wind back on a decision that would… Continue reading Audi’s model name backtrack is a victory for common sense
AI and Data Science: JK Tyre’s Strategy for Enhanced Operations
Tyre major JK Tyre,which recently set up its Digital & Analytics Centre of Excellence for achieving improved analytics, said it will leverage the higher level of analytics using artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance its operations across both customer engagement and manufacturing. Anshuman Singhania, MD of the company, during a post-result conference call, said, “We are… Continue reading AI and Data Science: JK Tyre’s Strategy for Enhanced Operations
Yamaha R15 Production Reaches One Million Units
India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt Ltd said it has manufactured one million units of the R15 motorcycle at its Surajpur facility. The model, launched in 2008, has maintained consistent sales with 90% of units sold in the domestic market, while the remainder serves export markets. The model has undergone four major updates since its introduction.… Continue reading Yamaha R15 Production Reaches One Million Units
BorgWarner keen to explore battery-tech localisation for CVs in India
American Tier-1 major BorgWarner, which is a prominent player in the commercial vehicle (CV) segment, is betting big on the electrification demand within the segment. The company, which is ready with its futuristic products for the market, is also keen to explore localisation of the battery technology in India. At the recently-concluded Auto Expo 2025… Continue reading BorgWarner keen to explore battery-tech localisation for CVs in India
JK Tyre Reports Q3 FY25 Financial Results with Rs. 57 Crore Net Profit
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., one of India’s leading tire manufacturers, announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, reporting a net profit of Rs. 57 crore. The company achieved consolidated revenues of Rs. 3,694 crore, with an EBITDA of Rs. 335 crore, maintaining a margin of 9.1%. Dr. Raghupati… Continue reading JK Tyre Reports Q3 FY25 Financial Results with Rs. 57 Crore Net Profit