Thailand’s supercharged EV sales poised for a new surge

Automakers lured by government policies tilt the global balance towards electric vehicles BANGKOK, Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BYD and BMW are two very different auto companies. BYD is the Chinese upstart that is tussling with Tesla for the title of world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles. BMW is the venerable 108-year-old German company… Continue reading Thailand’s supercharged EV sales poised for a new surge

Frost & Sullivan Institute Lauds Companies Making a Positive Impact on Society with the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Frost & Sullivan Institute proudly announces the winners of the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition from Europe. This recognition celebrates visionary companies that have made sustainability a central pillar of their growth strategies. These trailblazing organizations have not only revolutionized their industries with innovative… Continue reading Frost & Sullivan Institute Lauds Companies Making a Positive Impact on Society with the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition

Citroen Basalt priced at Rs 7.99 lakh

Citroen has launched the Basalt coupe-SUV in India at an introductory starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The introductory price tag will be applicable on bookings made before October 31. The Basalt is the fourth model based on Citroen’s C-Cubed programme for India, and serves as an alternative to traditional midsize SUVs, though… Continue reading Citroen Basalt priced at Rs 7.99 lakh

Tata Motors has a Curvv CNG ‘under active consideration’

The recently launched Tata Curvv may sport a non-traditional coupe-SUV body style but that isn’t stopping Tata Motors from going all out in trying to capture volumes in the fast-growing midsize SUV segment. The Curvv has been introduced in India with two EV powertrain options, two petrol engines and a diesel too and a CNG… Continue reading Tata Motors has a Curvv CNG ‘under active consideration’

Hyundai Exter is latest compact SUV to zip past 100,000 sales

The Hyundai Exter, launched in India on July 10, 2023, is the latest in the ultra-competitive compact SUV segment to have achieved 100,000-unit sales. At the end of July 2024, cumulative 13-month wholesales of the Exter were an estimated 99,699 units, which is 301 units shy of the 100,000 mark. Given the monthly average sales… Continue reading Hyundai Exter is latest compact SUV to zip past 100,000 sales

Social Robots Market size is set to grow by USD 14.23 billion from 2024-2028, Rise in adoption of social robots for elder population boost the market, Technavio

NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global social robots market size is estimated to grow by USD 14.23 billlion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of  41.29%  during the forecast period. Rise in adoption of social robots for elder population is driving market growth, with a trend… Continue reading Social Robots Market size is set to grow by USD 14.23 billion from 2024-2028, Rise in adoption of social robots for elder population boost the market, Technavio

Kia and Hyundai’s anti-theft software update seems to be working

/ Thefts have fallen by over half after the automakers rolled out updates to make it harder to steal their vehicles. But theft rates are still “elevated.” 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… Continue reading Kia and Hyundai’s anti-theft software update seems to be working

Chery UK boss: we want to be as big as Kia in five years

Chery has bold targets for the UK as it launches two brands: Omoda in the volume segment and the more premium Jaecoo. The Chinese company has its work cut out. Chery may be a successful exporter globally, but here it has to start from scratch, despite a strong UK connection via its joint venture with… Continue reading Chery UK boss: we want to be as big as Kia in five years

Hanon Systems Develops World’s First 4th Generation Heat Pump System for Electric Vehicles

Reduced Package and Enhanced Performance: Achieved through modularization of refrigerant and coolant components Improved Driving Range: Utilizes a parallel heat source recovery method that harnesses both battery waste heat and external air heat sources Thin HVAC Technology: Increases passenger legroom by reducing HVAC system size by 30%. SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ —… Continue reading Hanon Systems Develops World’s First 4th Generation Heat Pump System for Electric Vehicles