In January, Toyota said its mobility software subsidiary “Woven by Toyota” was investing $44 million into Japanese rocket maker Interstellar Technologies. Rival Honda has been developing a proprietary reusable rocket since 2019 to launch low-earth orbit satellites to space. Chinese automaker Geely Holding Group, a Tesla competitor, has invested $326 million to manufacture its own… Continue reading Why automakers including Honda and Toyota are pouring millions into rockets and satellites
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Tesla’s worst month since 2022 coincided with Elon Musk’s first full month in White House
Leader of the Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk wears a shirt that says “Tech Support” as he speaks during a cabinet meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, DC, on February 26, 2025. Jim Watson | Afp | Getty Images Tesla’s stock started off March the way it left… Continue reading Tesla’s worst month since 2022 coincided with Elon Musk’s first full month in White House
Volvo to Introduce EX30 in India by Year-End; Eyes Local Assembly for Competitive Pricing
Swedish luxury car market Volvo Car India is set to bring its most affordable electric SUV, the EX30, to the Indian market by the end of 2025 as part of its electrification push in the country. Volvo is conducting a feasibility study to determine the best way to introduce the model while keeping pricing competitive.… Continue reading Volvo to Introduce EX30 in India by Year-End; Eyes Local Assembly for Competitive Pricing
Mazda CX-30
There is little sense of a raised driving position at the wheel, or of a high roofline above your head. As it does from without, the car gives the impression that it’s simply a more practically minded five-door hatchback. It has a good-sized boot, a comfortable and spacious front row, and back seats that are… Continue reading Mazda CX-30
Behind the wheel of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC EV prototype
Dominik Voogdt, head of overall vehicle engineering for the GLC EV, describes this new braking system as a “game-changer” for overall efficiency. The Galtispuoda Pass: a test of grit and grip For my first drive of the GLC EV, Mercedes has brought me to the Galtispuoda mountain pass, just outside Arjeplog in Sweden’s Arctic north.… Continue reading Behind the wheel of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC EV prototype
New A6 Avant is one of the final diesel models Audi will launch
The front end gets an extensive refresh, with the Audi rings straddling a new-look grille and bonnet lip, in a similar way to the E-tron GT. For the A6, this is the first time the rings haven’t been positioned solely on the grille itself. At 4990mm, the estate is 60mm longer than the car it… Continue reading New A6 Avant is one of the final diesel models Audi will launch
Lucid Air
Like the exterior, the interior has a really refreshing feel to it. There’s an excellent mix of craftsmanship and technology, the former coming from trim and materials that include nappa leather, alpaca wool, Alcantara and carbon oak. Perceived quality is high, with none of the iffy panel gaps we found in the early-build cars we’d… Continue reading Lucid Air
Volvo Car India Launches Updated XC90 SUV, Priced at ₹1.02 Crore
Volvo Car India has introduced the updated XC90, featuring design refinements and enhanced technology. Priced at ₹1,02,89,900 (ex-showroom), the latest iteration of the flagship SUV was unveiled at an event held at the Embassy of Sweden in New Delhi. Ambassador Thesleff highlighted the strong economic and technological ties between India and Sweden, stating that the… Continue reading Volvo Car India Launches Updated XC90 SUV, Priced at ₹1.02 Crore
Schaeffler Plans Global Capability Centre to Strengthen Software, Digitalisation Capabilities
Schaeffler is actively evaluating the establishment of a Global Capability Centre (GCC) as part of its strategy to enhance software and digital capabilities. The move aligns with the company’s broader transformation towards electrification, digitalisation, and climate neutrality. The GCC is expected to complement Schaeffler’s existing mechatronics centre in Pune, which focuses on designing and developing… Continue reading Schaeffler Plans Global Capability Centre to Strengthen Software, Digitalisation Capabilities
Hyundai Motor CEO Muñoz Reaffirms Plans for EV Expansion in India to Support Global 2030 Target
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) held a town hall meeting at its headquarters in Gurugram on March 4, 2025, featuring José Muñoz, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company (HMC). During the session, Muñoz emphasized India’s role as a key automotive manufacturing and export hub for Hyundai’s global operations. He highlighted the company’s commitment to… Continue reading Hyundai Motor CEO Muñoz Reaffirms Plans for EV Expansion in India to Support Global 2030 Target