Ineos will restart production of the Grenadier after it solved supply issues that resulted in all builds being put on hold in September. Autocar understands the pause was down to seat supplier Recaro Automotive filing for insolvency. Ineos Automotive CEO Lynn Clader said at the time that the firm had run out of a trim piece… Continue reading Ineos to restart production after four-month pause
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Visteon launches 30 products in Q3 including Tata Punch Camo edition’s infotainment system
Technology solutions provider Visteon has reported net sales of $980 million (Rs 8,164 crore) in the third quarter of CY2024. The company has stated that in a challenging market environment, it has “delivered 6% outperformance relative to customer vehicle production, driven by strong demand for digital cockpit and electrification products. Our market outperformance was offset… Continue reading Visteon launches 30 products in Q3 including Tata Punch Camo edition’s infotainment system
Gender Champions Consortium launched to promote diversity in India’s automotive sector
The Gender Champions Consortium (GCC) was officially launched on Monday, bringing together leaders from the automotive industry, government officials, and civil society organisations to address gender diversity in the sector. The GCC is a joint initiative by the Good Business Lab, Automotive Components Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the… Continue reading Gender Champions Consortium launched to promote diversity in India’s automotive sector
Epsilon Advanced Materials releases first sustainability report, achieves key environmental milestones
Epsilon Advanced Materials (EAM), a global manufacturer of lithium-ion battery anode and cathode materials, has unveiled its first Sustainability Report for 2023-24. The report was launched in the presence of Mr. Srikant Nagulapalli, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India, at the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) India’s Outlook on Clean Energy Storage: A… Continue reading Epsilon Advanced Materials releases first sustainability report, achieves key environmental milestones
How ADAS is forcing India’s autocomp makers to adapt and innovate
While the impact of the EV revolution on the Indian automotive components landscape has been much talked about, there is a similar transformation taking place due to the emergence of another technological trend — Advanced Driver Assistance Systems or ADAS. According to a new report from Rubix Data Sciences, this technological evolution has created a… Continue reading How ADAS is forcing India’s autocomp makers to adapt and innovate
Ford to Cut 4,000 Jobs in Europe as Electric Vehicle Sales Slow
The American automaker said the cost-cutting measure would help it compete with Chinese rivals in the face of slowing demand for electric vehicles. Go to Source
Bristol Cars to return as an EV-maker but there’s still a place for petrol
Hopes of a return for Bristol Cars have been boosted after the luxury car brand suggested it will relaunch in 2026 – in time for its 80th anniversary. Jason Wharton, the CEO of Bristol Cars, announced on social media the company’s vision “to revive Bristol Cars as a contemporary coachbuilder for connoisseurs of luxury grand… Continue reading Bristol Cars to return as an EV-maker but there’s still a place for petrol
Best American cars of all time – Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is probably the most recognisable American car ever made and is credited with the creation of the ‘pony car’ class which has defined US car culture ever since. A coupe-style car with a long bonnet and cut-off rear, the first-generation Mustang was one of Ford’s most successful models ever and it’s the… Continue reading Best American cars of all time – Ford Mustang
Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2024/2025
While the plug-in’s pure-electric range of 37 miles lags behind that of some rivals, the system works well overall and is very efficient, with claimed combined economy of up to 176.5mpg. Inside, the slickly designed cabin feels great and is very spacious, with seven seats as standard, or the option of six with a pair… Continue reading Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2024/2025
Best used tow cars 2024/2025
Interior space is tight for such a large machine and it feels a little dated when put next to its more luxurious competitors, but the Hilux makes so much sense as a dependable towing workhorse. Mileage is a secondary consideration if there’s evidence of regular dealer servicing (and perhaps remaining time on the 10-year warranty).… Continue reading Best used tow cars 2024/2025