BMW said it will begin installing a new operating system and “panoramic” display in all its new vehicles by the end of 2025. BMW LAS VEGAS — BMW AG will install a new operating system and “panoramic” display in all of its upcoming vehicles, the company said Tuesday. The new BMW Panoramic iDrive system, which… Continue reading BMW to install new ‘panoramic’ display in all vehicles
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Stellantis reveals redesigned Ram heavy-duty trucks
2025 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Ram DETROIT — Stellantis has redesigned its large Ram heavy-duty trucks — and it’s betting those updates will help reverse three consecutive years of sales declines for the brand. The new Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups and chassis cab trucks feature updated interior and exterior designs, as well as a… Continue reading Stellantis reveals redesigned Ram heavy-duty trucks
Toyota is ‘exploring rockets’ with nearly $45 million investment in Japanese launch startup, chairman says
After Akio Toyoda, CEO and President of Toyota, announced he was stepping down on Thursday, he shared his advice to his successor and his business philosophy. Photo by Yoshikazu Tsuno | Gamma-rapho | Getty Images LAS VEGAS — Toyota Motor is exploring the development and production of orbital rockets, Chairman Akio Toyoda said Monday. The… Continue reading Toyota is ‘exploring rockets’ with nearly $45 million investment in Japanese launch startup, chairman says
Govt to mandate advanced driver assistance features in trucks, buses
In a bid to improve the safety of heavy commercial vehicles, the government is considering to mandate advanced driver-assistance systems such as electronic stability control, automated emergency braking and driver drowsiness detection, for new heavy trucks and buses. Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said these three active safety systems that were suggested… Continue reading Govt to mandate advanced driver assistance features in trucks, buses
Inside Stellantis’s peace mission to defuse wrath at Tavares
Stellantis is mending fences in the aftermath of the stormy leadership of Carlos Tavares, which delivered incredible profits but also badly damaged relationships with unions, dealers, politicians and suppliers. “Those are areas where clearly I think we need to build back trust,” Stellantis chief financial officer Doug Ostermann told a banking conference in December. The… Continue reading Inside Stellantis’s peace mission to defuse wrath at Tavares
Suzuki Vitara
We regularly find cause to praise the standard of Suzuki’s chassis tuning and, happily, the Vitara offers us another chance to do so. Much like the Suzuki S-Cross, mostly everything the car does exudes a basic level of mechanical competence that puts many of its heavier, more ‘sophisticated’ ‘B-SUV’ rivals to shame. Certainly, owners of anything previously… Continue reading Suzuki Vitara
OPG Mobility targets Rs 200 crore revenue by FY25 with new product launches
OPG Mobility, the recently rebranded division of the Delhi-based electric two-wheeler company Okaya EV, is targeting a revenue of Rs 200 crore by the end of FY 25. The company plans to pursue this goal through the launch of five new products and an expansion into the electric three-wheeler sector. Senior executives from the company shared with… Continue reading OPG Mobility targets Rs 200 crore revenue by FY25 with new product launches
Tata Technologies and Telechips to develop software for next-gen SDVs
Global product engineering and digital services company Tata Technologies and Telechips, a comprehensive automotive semiconductor solutions company, today jointly announced their strategic partnership at CES 2025 to innovate vehicle software solutions for next-gen software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Together, they aim to develop innovative solutions for ADAS platforms, automotive cockpit domain controllers, and central & zonal gateway… Continue reading Tata Technologies and Telechips to develop software for next-gen SDVs
Reise Moto signs Harith Noah as official brand athlete
Harith Noah, celebrated for his achievements in the Dakar Rally and Indian National Rally Championship, joins Reise Moto to inspire adventure seekers, embodying the brand’s commitment to resilience, innovation, and high-performance products. Reise Moto, a prominent player in the motorcycling industry, has announced the appointment of Harith Noah, a well-known motorsport athlete, as their official Brand… Continue reading Reise Moto signs Harith Noah as official brand athlete
BMW Group India car sales hit record levels in CY2024: 15,721 units
BMW Group India has released its wholesales numbers for CY2024. The company delivered 15,721 cars (BMW and Mini) and 8,301 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) between January and December 2024. BMW sold 15,012 units and Mini 709 units. BMW sales were at their highest in Q4 CY2024 (4,958 units, up 15%) and in December 2024 as well… Continue reading BMW Group India car sales hit record levels in CY2024: 15,721 units