Osamu Suzuki, the transformative leader who built Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) into a global automotive powerhouse during his more than four decades at the helm and passed away on December 25, 2024, has been posthumously awarded the prestigious Padma Vibhushan under the ‘Trade and Industry’ category on the occasion of India’s 76th Republic Day. The… Continue reading Osamu Suzuki posthumously awarded Padma Vibhushan
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Trading places: UV share of PVs jumps to 65%, car share plunges to 31% in April-Dec
India’s passenger vehicle market, with 31,39,288 units or 3.13 million units in the April-December 2024 period, is well set to surpass the 4-million-units mark for the second fiscal year in a row. In FY2024, India PV Inc had registered record wholesales of 4.21 million cars, SUVs, MPVs and vans, an increase of 8% over FY2023’s… Continue reading Trading places: UV share of PVs jumps to 65%, car share plunges to 31% in April-Dec
Trading places: UV share of PVs jumps to 65%, car share plunges to 31% in April-Dec
India’s passenger vehicle market, with 31,39,288 units or 3.13 million units in the April-December 2024 period, is well set to surpass the 4-million-units mark for the second fiscal year in a row. In FY2024, India PV Inc had registered record wholesales of 4.21 million cars, SUVs, MPVs and vans, an increase of 8% over FY2023’s… Continue reading Trading places: UV share of PVs jumps to 65%, car share plunges to 31% in April-Dec
Why this China-made BYD Shark pickup is drawing attention in the global truck market
BYD Shark plug-in hybrid electric pickup truck Michael Wayland / CNBC DETROIT — There’s a Shark circling one of the greatest profit pools for American automakers globally, as Chinese automaker BYD Auto expands its reach and product portfolio with a pickup truck. Without the vehicle’s branding badge, the BYD Shark could pass as an American-made… Continue reading Why this China-made BYD Shark pickup is drawing attention in the global truck market
German FAZ: Hyundai puzzles over Trump’s plans008611
Actually, the “metaplant” that the South Korean car company Hyundai Motor completed in the US state of Georgia in October is exactly to Donald Trump’s taste. The third largest car manufacturer in the world wants to produce up to 500,000 cars near Savannah and create around 40,000 jobs. The only catch is: Hyundai wants to… Continue reading German FAZ: Hyundai puzzles over Trump’s plans008611
@Toyota: Toyota Launches ‘You Can’t Stop My Drive,’ A New Campaign Focused on Acknowledging and Celebrating Black Men through the Power of Mobility
PLANO, Texas (Jan. 24, 2025) – Toyota has proudly lifted the wraps on its newest national brand campaign, “You Can’t Stop My Drive,” which celebrates the shared optimism for a progressive future, focused on Black men. Toyota’s 2025 campaign aims to reinforce its emotional connection with Black men by spotlighting mobility as a transformative influence… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Launches ‘You Can’t Stop My Drive,’ A New Campaign Focused on Acknowledging and Celebrating Black Men through the Power of Mobility
Subaru’s poor security left troves of vehicle data easily accessible
Subaru left open a gaping security flaw that, although patched, lays bare modern vehicles’ myriad privacy issues. Security researchers Sam Curry and Shubham Shah reported their findings (via Wired) about an easily hacked employee web portal. After gaining access, they were able to remotely control a test vehicle and view a year’s worth of location… Continue reading Subaru’s poor security left troves of vehicle data easily accessible
MAVTV Channel Now Streaming on MAVTV GO, New Subscription Plans Unlock Exclusive Live Racing Coverage and On Demand Motorsports Entertainment
“Today marks a major milestone for MAVTV and our fans,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “By subscribing to a MAVTV GO Standard or Premium plan, viewers gain unprecedented access to the MAVTV cable experience—without the need for cable—and exclusive live racing they can’t find anywhere else. We’re bringing the excitement of motorsports directly to race… Continue reading MAVTV Channel Now Streaming on MAVTV GO, New Subscription Plans Unlock Exclusive Live Racing Coverage and On Demand Motorsports Entertainment
Humanoid Robot Market to Grow by USD 59.18 Billion (2025-2029), Driven by Demand for Industrial Flexibility, Report Highlights AI Impact on Market Trends – Technavio
NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is redefining market landscape – The global humanoid robot market size is estimated to grow by USD 59.18 billion from 2025-2029, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 70.4% during the forecast period. Demand for enhanced visibility and flexibility… Continue reading Humanoid Robot Market to Grow by USD 59.18 Billion (2025-2029), Driven by Demand for Industrial Flexibility, Report Highlights AI Impact on Market Trends – Technavio
Renault 5 named What Car? Car of the Year
The Renault 5 has been named What Car? Car of the Year for 2025. The electric hatchback impressed the judges from Autocar’s sibling title for being comfortable, desirable and “very well priced”. It’s the first Renault to take top honours at the annual ‘motoring Oscars’ since the original Scenic won in 1997 and marks the French brand’s fourth… Continue reading Renault 5 named What Car? Car of the Year