Category: US Motoring Press

ZF Aftermarket Unveils Diagnostic and Safety Solutions at Automechanika New Delhi 2026

ZF Aftermarket has introduced several diagnostic and safety technologies at ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026, targeting workshops, commercial fleets, and the broader automotive aftermarket sector in India. The company presented ZF MultiScan, a multi-brand diagnostic solution designed to address vehicle servicing challenges across different manufacturers. The system supports major diagnostic protocols including Diagnostics over Internet… Continue reading ZF Aftermarket Unveils Diagnostic and Safety Solutions at Automechanika New Delhi 2026

Maruti Suzuki to Set Up Automated Driving Test Tracks in Four Andhra Pradesh Cities

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Transport Department of Andhra Pradesh to establish and maintain four Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) across the state as part of its corporate social responsibility program. The facilities will be set up at Regional Transport Office locations in Eluru, Ongole, Vizianagaram, and Anakapalli.… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki to Set Up Automated Driving Test Tracks in Four Andhra Pradesh Cities

Karnataka to Establish EV City Near Bengaluru: The Hindu Business Line

The Karnataka government is moving forward with plans to establish dedicated electric vehicle manufacturing hubs near Bengaluru as part of its ambitious Clean Mobility Policy 2025-2030, according to The Hindu Business Line. Three strategic locations have been designated as clean mobility clusters under the policy. The primary site is located in Harohalli, Ramanagara district, spanning… Continue reading Karnataka to Establish EV City Near Bengaluru: The Hindu Business Line

India-U.S. Trade Deal Joint Statement Expected Within Days, Legal Pact by Mid-March, The Hindu Reports

India and the United States are set to finalize a joint statement on the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement within the next four to five days, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Thursday, according to The Hindu. Speaking to reporters, Mr. Goyal said the U.S. will reduce tariffs on Indian goods from 50%… Continue reading India-U.S. Trade Deal Joint Statement Expected Within Days, Legal Pact by Mid-March, The Hindu Reports

Uno Minda Approves Rs 764 Crore Capex for New Alloy Wheel Plant

Auto component major Uno Minda on Thursday announced projected capex of Rs 764 crore for  setting up of a greenfield four-wheeler alloy wheel manufacturing facility for a mix of  Gravity Die Casting (GDC) technology and Low Pressure Die Casting (LPDC) technology wheels. The capacity of the plant, which is expected to come up in a… Continue reading Uno Minda Approves Rs 764 Crore Capex for New Alloy Wheel Plant

Chinese Automakers Extend Car Loans to Eight Years to Boost Sales, Reuters Reports

Automakers operating in China are extending vehicle repayment terms to as long as eight years in an effort to attract consumers amid stagnant demand in the world’s largest auto market, according to Reuters. Nissan’s joint venture with Dongfeng joined at least 10 other car brands, including Xpeng, Xiaomi and Geely, on Tuesday in offering longer-term… Continue reading Chinese Automakers Extend Car Loans to Eight Years to Boost Sales, Reuters Reports

Genesis to launch bespoke platform for upcoming hybrids and EVs

Genesis will introduce a new, bespoke platform next year, as part of a move to make its cars more distinct to drive and cement its positioning as a standalone premium brand. The new architecture, which will be compatible with electric and hybrid drivetrains, is described as completely different from the Hyundai group architectures it currently… Continue reading Genesis to launch bespoke platform for upcoming hybrids and EVs

Hyundai Ioniq 3 will be first of five new B- and C-segment cars

Hyundai will launch five new electrified models in Europe over the next 18 months, including three small B- and C-segment cars, beginning with the Ioniq 3 hatchback in April. The Korean company has confirmed that it will unwrap its new electric hatchback – a rival to the Volkswagen ID 3, Renault Megane and Peugeot e-308… Continue reading Hyundai Ioniq 3 will be first of five new B- and C-segment cars

Third Mercedes-AMG EV will be a 1000bhp SUV Coupe

Mercedes-AMG will launch a coupe variant of its incoming 1000bhp SUV as the third model in its EV range, CEO Michael Schiebe has confirmed to Autocar. The decision to launch a SUV Coupe, which is expected to be unveiled in the second half of 2027, is because the brand “will double down on SUVs”, said… Continue reading Third Mercedes-AMG EV will be a 1000bhp SUV Coupe