Here’s looking at the cars that defined the Indian market and the way consumers looked at cars over the past 75 years. Mahindra (CJ) Jeep (1947) It started out as something for the military, but then, just as designer Barney Roos had explained to KC Mahindra back in the day, it turned out to be… Continue reading India at 75: 10 most significant cars since Independence
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Economies of scale will bring down airbag costs for OEMs: Joyson Safety Systems
With the Indian government set to mandate fitment of six airbags in all new passenger vehicle models in India, starting October 1, 2022, the industry is looking ahead at an opportunity as well as a cost challenge. While the regulation will significantly increase the volumes for airbags and its constituent child parts like the inflator,… Continue reading Economies of scale will bring down airbag costs for OEMs: Joyson Safety Systems
After Dzire, Maruti introduces CNG option in Swift
Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has just introduced the greener version of its popular Swift hatchback as part of a programme that sees the automaker expanding its petrol-CNG bi-fuel option product portfolio. While the success of its CNG models also stems from the fact that MSIL has completely exited the diesel space since April 2020 with… Continue reading After Dzire, Maruti introduces CNG option in Swift
July wholesales up 11% as OEMs gear up for festive season
The July 2022 wholesales numbers for three vehicle segments – passenger vehicles, three- and two-wheelers – were released by SIAM today. The apex industry body did not reveal the data for commercial vehicles though. Total wholesales of 17,06,545 units translate into a 10.61% year-on-year increase (July 2021: 15,42,716). While this augurs well for the industry… Continue reading July wholesales up 11% as OEMs gear up for festive season
Maruti Suzuki plots three new SUVs across key segments
Hisashi Takeuchi, MD & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India: “We should have an SUV in every segment, and we should be achieving 50% in each of these segments in India. Then we can eventually reach 50% overall.” Maruti Suzuki, the largest carmaker in India and also the passenger vehicle market leader, has been lacking a strong… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki plots three new SUVs across key segments
Get fully charged for life on two wheels
CTEK’s advice for motorcyclists enjoying the summer sun CHICAGO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — With seven weeks of summer left to enjoy, motorcyclists across America still have plenty of time to take in the sunshine and the thrill of the open road, and enjoy the ultimate feeling of freedom that comes with life on two… Continue reading Get fully charged for life on two wheels
75 years of Independence: 10 leaders who shaped India Auto Inc
Since Independence, the Indian auto industry’s destiny has been in the hands of political leaders and business heads. We pick the people who made the biggest difference. Not surprisingly, three out of 10 names on the list are from Maruti, the company that has written the most important chapter in India’s automotive history in the last… Continue reading 75 years of Independence: 10 leaders who shaped India Auto Inc
Boeing joins the ELISA Project as a Premier Member to Strengthen its Commitment to Safety-Critical Applications
Boeing to lead New Aerospace Working Group SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the ELISA (Enabling Linux in Safety Applications) Project announced that Boeing has joined as a Premier member, marking its commitment to Linux and its effective use in safety critical applications. Hosted by the Linux Foundation, ELISA is an open source… Continue reading Boeing joins the ELISA Project as a Premier Member to Strengthen its Commitment to Safety-Critical Applications
Southeast Asia Automobile Industry Report 2022: Operation Status of Countries 2017-2022 & Forecasts to 2031
DUBLIN, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The ‘Research Report on the Automobile Industry in Southeast Asia, 2022-2031′ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The development of the automobile industry differs greatly among the Southeast Asian countries. According to the analysis, Thailand is the most developed country in terms of automobile manufacturing. Some world’s leading automobile manufacturers,… Continue reading Southeast Asia Automobile Industry Report 2022: Operation Status of Countries 2017-2022 & Forecasts to 2031
Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for new Alto K10
Passenger vehicle market leader Maruti Suzuki India has opened bookings for the new Alto K10, ahead of the hatchback’s launch on August 18. Bookings for the budget car can be had for Rs 11,000 either online or at Maruti Suzuki Arena dealerships across the country. CV Raman, Chief Technical Officer (Engineering), Maruti Suzuki India said, “The… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for new Alto K10