Category: US Motoring Press

What tariffs mean for car prices: ‘There’s no such thing as a 100% American vehicle,’ auto expert says

Professionalstudioimages | E+ | Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has been vocal about potentially raising tariffs on imported goods, which experts say could bump up car prices. Trump has talked about implementing an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imported goods, as well as adding tariffs of 25% on all products from Mexico and Canada. On… Continue reading What tariffs mean for car prices: ‘There’s no such thing as a 100% American vehicle,’ auto expert says

Nio’s budget EV brand Firefly launches £16,000 hatch that’s bound for Europe

Chinese car maker Nio has unveiled the first car from its new Europe-bound Firefly brand that will focus on small budget electric cars. Dubbed the “small smart, high end electric car”, the EV – currently only known as Firefly – is positioned as a rival to the BYD Dolphin and Renault 5 in the growing… Continue reading Nio’s budget EV brand Firefly launches £16,000 hatch that’s bound for Europe

Shriram Finance launches Shriram Green Finance to boost sustainable solutions

Shriram Finance Limited, the flagship company of the Shriram Group, has consolidated its green financing initiatives under a new vertical named Shriram Green Finance. This move aims to streamline its efforts in supporting sustainable solutions beyond electric vehicles and aligns with the company’s broader sustainability goals.   Shriram Green Finance will focus on building a… Continue reading Shriram Finance launches Shriram Green Finance to boost sustainable solutions

Om Birla, Lok Sabha speaker unveils India’s first JBM electric Medical Mobile Unit

India’s first JBM Electric Medical Mobile Unit (MMU) was unveiled today in New Delhi. Conceptualized, designed, and developed entirely in India, the MMU aligns with the PM Jan Aarogya Yojna (PM-JAY), the Prime Minister’s health initiative focused on improving healthcare access in rural and semi-rural areas. Mobile Medical Units, a part of the National Health… Continue reading Om Birla, Lok Sabha speaker unveils India’s first JBM electric Medical Mobile Unit

Honda launches 2025 Activa 125 at Rs 94,422

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has introduced the updated 2025 version of the Activa 125, now compliant with OBD2B norms. The new model features advanced technology, refreshed colour options, and a starting price of ₹94,422 (ex-showroom, Delhi). During the launch event, Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President, and CEO of HMSI, expressed satisfaction with the… Continue reading Honda launches 2025 Activa 125 at Rs 94,422

GST Council hikes tax on used small cars, EVs to 18%

The Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council meeting that concluded today approved an increase in the GST rate on used small cars, including electric vehicles, to 18% from 12%. GST is levied when registered dealers or persons sell a used car and is applied not on the value of the vehicle, but on the margin… Continue reading GST Council hikes tax on used small cars, EVs to 18%

Bajaj plans to target gig workers with ‘family scooter’

Bajaj’s Chetak has plans to introduce electric scooters specially designed for gig workers that double as family vehicles, recognising that delivery professionals seek both functionality and social status in their vehicles. “Gig workers don’t want a vehicle that shows them as gig workers, they want a family vehicle. We will have Chetak models which will… Continue reading Bajaj plans to target gig workers with ‘family scooter’

Mahindra Tractors observes Kisan Diwas with a digital tribute to farmers

Mahindra Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group and one of India’s leading tractor brands, marked Kisan Diwas by launching a digital campaign that highlights the contributions of Indian farmers. The campaign builds on the theme of the previous year’s initiative, “Did you thank the farmer?”, by encouraging urban audiences and social media users to… Continue reading Mahindra Tractors observes Kisan Diwas with a digital tribute to farmers

Hoi and BluSmart collaborate to streamline airport travel with in-cab services

Hoi, a travel-tech platform focused on enhancing airport experiences, has announced a partnership with BluSmart, South Asia’s all-electric ride-hailing service. The collaboration aims to improve airport travel by integrating Hoi’s airport services into BluSmart rides, targeting 2.5 lakh cab rides across Delhi-NCR over a one-month campaign. This partnership introduces several features to improve passenger convenience.… Continue reading Hoi and BluSmart collaborate to streamline airport travel with in-cab services