Volvo Group will start taking orders in 2026 for its new, long distance battery-powered truck. The Volvo FH Aero Electric can, according to the manufacturer, be driven for up to 600km on a single charge and can recharge within 40 minutes. The development by the Swedish group is part of a global push to reshape… Continue reading The reshaping of energy consumption
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Harwoods sells Jaguar Land Rover dealerships to Dubai-based DXB Auto
Harwoods Group has sold its Jaguar Land Rover franchises along with Volvo, BMW & Mini authorised repairer operations to the Dubai based DXB Auto Investments DXB will operate the business under Southeast Motors. The employees at the Harwoods sites will transfer under Tupe to the new owners. Harwoods has JLR sites in Basingstoke, Brighton, Chihester… Continue reading Harwoods sells Jaguar Land Rover dealerships to Dubai-based DXB Auto
Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight
Visitors attend the booth of German car producer Volkswagen Group on the opening day of the IAA MOBILITY 2025 automobile fair on September 09, 2025 in Munich, Germany. Johannes Simon | Getty Images News | Getty Images Europe’s ban on the sale of new diesel and gasoline cars and vans from 2035 has been thrust… Continue reading Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight
Granular Gains: Tata Motors’ Data-Driven Forecasting Overhaul
The automotive industry, perennially navigating fluctuating market demands and complex supply chains, continues to grapple with the critical challenge of accurate forecasting. Anil Sekhar, Head of Salesforce Excellence for Commercial Vehicles (CV) at Tata Motors, shed light on his division’s strategic efforts to overcome this hurdle, detailing a granular approach designed to enhance inventory management… Continue reading Granular Gains: Tata Motors’ Data-Driven Forecasting Overhaul
Ashok Leyland Calls for Collaborative OEM-Dealer Approach in CV Customer Care
The commercial vehicle (CV) sector faces a dual challenge in an increasingly interconnected and competitive market: attracting and retaining skilled manpower and effectively managing the amplified customer voice on social media. Sanjeev Kumar, President and Head of M&HCV at Ashok Leyland, offered insights into how his company, and the broader industry, is approaching these critical… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Calls for Collaborative OEM-Dealer Approach in CV Customer Care
FADA Hosts 7th Auto Retail Conclave with Focus on Sustainable Growth and Industry Transformation
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) conducted its 7th Auto Retail Conclave in New Delhi, drawing over 500 participants from across India’s automobile retail community. The event centered on the theme “Self-Sustaining Success: Transforming Auto Retail for Naya Bharat.” Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the conclave alongside Union Minister… Continue reading FADA Hosts 7th Auto Retail Conclave with Focus on Sustainable Growth and Industry Transformation
‘Safety First, Always,’ NVIDIA VP of Automotive Says, Unveiling the Future of AI-Defined Vehicles at IAA Mobility
At this week’s IAA Mobility conference in Munich, NVIDIA Vice President of Automotive Ali Kani outlined how cloud-to-car AI platforms are bringing new levels of safety, intelligence and trust to the road. NVIDIA and its partners didn’t just show off cars at the conference — they showed off what cars are becoming: AI-defined machines, built… Continue reading ‘Safety First, Always,’ NVIDIA VP of Automotive Says, Unveiling the Future of AI-Defined Vehicles at IAA Mobility
Volvo Car India Cuts Prices by Up to Rs 6.9 Lakh Following GST Reforms
Volvo Car India announced price reductions of up to Rs 6.9 lakh on its internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle portfolio, effective September 22, 2025, following recent GST rationalization by the GST Council. The Swedish luxury carmaker has also introduced festive offers across its range as part of what it calls “Double Festive Delight.” The price… Continue reading Volvo Car India Cuts Prices by Up to Rs 6.9 Lakh Following GST Reforms
VECV Expands Electric Vehicle Portfolio on World EV Day, Reports 42% Renewable Energy Use
The joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors Limited is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with products including the Eicher Pro X Small Truck, the Eicher 2055 EV, and the Eicher Skyline Pro Electric bus. The Skyline Pro Electric buses are currently deployed across multiple cities for school, staff, and airport transportation services. VECV… Continue reading VECV Expands Electric Vehicle Portfolio on World EV Day, Reports 42% Renewable Energy Use
Polestar urges Europe not to postpone 2035 ICE car ban
Polestar has urged the European Commission (EC) not to roll back on its commitment to ban the sale of non-electric cars by 2035 ahead of crunch talks this Friday. Automotive industry leaders will meet EC president Ursula von der Leyen on Friday to try to secure a relaxation of the CO2 rules, and only Polestar and sibling… Continue reading Polestar urges Europe not to postpone 2035 ICE car ban