Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. and rubber friction expert Dr. Bo Nils Johan Persson have developed the world’s first theoretical model that can predict rubber wear rates on uneven road surfaces and the size distribution of wear particles. The research, completed in December 2024, was featured as the cover story in the February 21, 2025 edition… Continue reading Yokohama Rubber Develops First Theoretical Model to Predict Tire Wear
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Toyota preparing new MR2, Celica and Lexus supercar
Toyota is gearing up for a three-pronged assault on the sports car market by reviving the legendary Celica and MR2 names and preparing a brand-new group flagship in the vein of the fire-breathing Lexus LFA. The combustion-powered trio will form the backbone of a rebuilt sports car line-up, in essence filling gaps left by the… Continue reading Toyota preparing new MR2, Celica and Lexus supercar
Renault India Introduces CNG Kit Options Across Model Range
Renault India announced today the availability of government-approved CNG retrofitment kits for its entire range of vehicles – Kwid, Triber, and Kiger. The kits, priced at ₹79,500 for the Triber and Kiger models and ₹75,000 for the Kwid, will be available initially in five states before a nationwide rollout. The CNG kits will be installed… Continue reading Renault India Introduces CNG Kit Options Across Model Range
Bosch Eyes Over 8% Growth Amid Global Uncertainty and Rising Vehicle Content
The world’s largest auto component maker, Bosch, expects to maintain a growth rate exceeding 8% over the next five years in India, outpacing the overall market. The company remains confident in India’s automotive expansion, which is driven by increasing vehicle volumes and rising content per vehicle. However, global economic uncertainty presents challenges, with multiple headwinds… Continue reading Bosch Eyes Over 8% Growth Amid Global Uncertainty and Rising Vehicle Content
Suzuki Motor to Invest Close to Rs 70,000 Crore in India in Five Years
Japanese auto giant Suzuki Motor Corp will invest close to Rs 70,000 crore in its largest market, India, over the next five years as it seeks to reverse Maruti Suzuki’s market share losses and achieve a 50% share in the world’s third-largest car market. Of the total capital investment planned, the automaker plans to invest… Continue reading Suzuki Motor to Invest Close to Rs 70,000 Crore in India in Five Years
The genesis of self-propelled buses and vans
It would be reasonable to assume that motorised commercial vehicles came some time later than cars, considering how puny the very first cars were. Take the Benz Viktoria of 1893, for instance: its single cylinder put out just 3hp. But you would be dead wrong: that very car was used to create the first combustion-engined… Continue reading The genesis of self-propelled buses and vans
Chips ahoy: Why computing giants suddenly care about cars
If you pay any attention to the world of tech or the stock market, you’ve probably heard of Nvidia. And if you haven’t, you will definitely know car firms that use the American tech giant’s hardware or software in some capacity: Tesla, Volvo, JLR, Mercedes-Benz, BYD, Hyundai and more. Basically, in the coming era, when… Continue reading Chips ahoy: Why computing giants suddenly care about cars
Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny
Spinny, India’s used car platform, reported a 50% increase in vehicle inspections across Telangana in 2024, with home deliveries rising by 35%. The company’s data indicates that online car purchases have stabilized at 34%, reflecting sustained consumer confidence in digital transactions for pre-owned vehicles. Women buyers have increased their participation in the market, doubling from… Continue reading Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny
Suzuki Partners With Tata Gotion, FinDreams for EV Batteries
Suzuki Moto Corp has entered into multiple strategic partnerships with Tata Gotion, TDS Lithium-ion Battery Gujarat (TDSG), FinDreams Battery and ELIIY Power to secure a stable and sustainable battery supply for future operations. These collaborations will support Suzuki Motor’s growing electric mobility business and ensure a diversified procurement strategy. They will strengthen the company’s supply… Continue reading Suzuki Partners With Tata Gotion, FinDreams for EV Batteries
Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh
Vehicle safety has now become a major consideration when buying a new car or SUV. To keep up with the increasing demand for safer vehicles, carmakers have introduced more safety features in recent years. Here’s a list of the most affordable cars and SUVs in India that offer six airbags, either on some variants or… Continue reading Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh