Skoda Kylaq: Can it carve its space in India’s packed compact SUV segment?

Skoda has officially launched its first sub-4 metre compact SUV, the Kylaq, marking the brand’s re-entry into the bustling compact SUV segment in India after the Fabia was discontinued in the early 2020s. With competitors such as the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Sonet already claiming their share of the pie, Skoda’s challenge… Continue reading Skoda Kylaq: Can it carve its space in India’s packed compact SUV segment?

Kia India unveils sketches of first SUV under Kia 2.0 design

Kia India released sketches of its first SUV under the Kia 2.0 banner, marking the company’s evolution in design, technology, space, and safety. This new SUV, built on the advanced Design 2.0 philosophy, draws inspiration from Kia’s EV9 and Carnival Limousine, showcasing futuristic aesthetics and sophisticated engineering, Kia India said. Kia’s upcoming SUV aims to… Continue reading Kia India unveils sketches of first SUV under Kia 2.0 design

Autocar magazine 06 November: on sale now

In this week’s issue of Autocar, we look at Tesla ten years on from the launch of the Model S, share highlights in the automotive industry from the autumn budget, drive the new, lairy Abarth 600e and give our final thoughts on the Polestar 2.  Subscribe to Autocar here News In an exclusive interview with… Continue reading Autocar magazine 06 November: on sale now

Swiggy’s $1.4b India IPO opens amid fears of modest demand from retail investorsSwiggy has cut its valuation twice by a combined 25% to $11.3b.

Indian food and grocery delivery firm Swiggy is expected to see just modest demand from retail investors for its $1.4 billion IPO even after cutting its hoped-for valuation twice, with momentum for domestic stocks having cooled considerably. The country’s second-largest IPO for the year opened for bids on Wednesday with orders to be taken until… Continue reading Swiggy’s $1.4b India IPO opens amid fears of modest demand from retail investorsSwiggy has cut its valuation twice by a combined 25% to $11.3b.

Retail auto sales surge 32% in October 2024 on festive season high

The Indian automotive sector witnessed a remarkable surge in retail sales during October 2024, with overall vehicle sales jumping 32% year-over-year, driven by the convergence of major festivals and strong rural demand. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), total vehicle retail sales reached 28,32,944 units in October 2024, compared… Continue reading Retail auto sales surge 32% in October 2024 on festive season high

@Hyundai: Kia America makes exciting return to SEMA with custom EV Concepts destined for adventure

EV9 “ADVNTR” CONCEPT EV SUV – the most adventurous EV SUV offering rugged capability and maximum lifestyle flexibility PV5 “WKNDR” CONCEPT EV VAN[i] – the coolest and most capable EV designed to complement the bold side of life Kia America unveiled two all-new customized concept vehicles on the opening day of the 2024 Specialty Equipment… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia America makes exciting return to SEMA with custom EV Concepts destined for adventure

Full Circle Lithium’s FCL-X™ Achieves Major Technical Milestone By Rapidly Extinguishing Two EV Fires in Controlled Burns

Using FCL’s concentrated FCL-X Pro™ agent, two controlled EVs fires were fully extinguished in minutes with no reignition, using limited amounts of agent. This major milestone for LIB fire safety was organized by FCL-X™‘s new US distributor – AEST Fire & Safety – in front of over 50 US firefighters and fire-safety industry experts.  TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/… Continue reading Full Circle Lithium’s FCL-X™ Achieves Major Technical Milestone By Rapidly Extinguishing Two EV Fires in Controlled Burns

Kia’s rugged EV concepts are standouts at 2024’s SEMA conference

/ There were only a handful of plug-in concepts at this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association show. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story Image: Kia The… Continue reading Kia’s rugged EV concepts are standouts at 2024’s SEMA conference

Kia Sportage facelift brings chunky look and upgraded hybrid

The Kia Sportage has been updated in its native Korea, gaining a bold new look inside and out, plus a new range of powertrains. Its styling has been revised to more closely match that of the brand’s electric cars, the EV3, EV6 and EV9, with new column-like headlights and a blockier front grille. At the… Continue reading Kia Sportage facelift brings chunky look and upgraded hybrid

Full Circle Lithium’s FCL-X™ Achieves Major Technical Milestone By Rapidly Extinguishing Two EV Fires in Controlled Burns

Using FCL’s concentrated FCL-X Pro™ agent, two controlled EVs fires were fully extinguished in minutes with no reignition, using limited amounts of agent. This major milestone for LIB fire safety was organized by FCL-X™‘s new US distributor – AEST Fire & Safety – in front of over 50 US firefighters and fire-safety industry experts.  TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/… Continue reading Full Circle Lithium’s FCL-X™ Achieves Major Technical Milestone By Rapidly Extinguishing Two EV Fires in Controlled Burns