Do you know a Mr. Kato? We’ll jump right in with a quiz: What percentage of Japanese municipalities are depopulated areas? The correct answer is 3) 51%. That’s right—more than half! According to Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, approximately 51% of the country’s 1,719 municipalities are designated as wholly or partially underpopulated. Okay,… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] A Shock Awaits Us 4 Years from Now – Could This Robot be the Answer?
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MacLean-Fogg Celebrates 100 Years of Family Ownership, Manufacturing Excellence, and Innovation
A Century Built on Reinvention MacLean-Fogg’s history tracks the evolution of American manufacturing. The company started by solving fastening challenges for railroad transportation—the infrastructure moving commerce across the country. Over time, it expanded beyond rail into industrial markets, applying its engineering discipline to new products and customer needs. As industries changed, so did MacLean-Fogg. The company invested… Continue reading MacLean-Fogg Celebrates 100 Years of Family Ownership, Manufacturing Excellence, and Innovation
“Every 8 Minutes”: Uber Faces Scrutiny Amid Sexual Assault Reports and Questionable Legal Practices – Avrek Law Firm
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Newly revealed court documents show that between 2017 and 2022, Uber received more than 400,000 reports of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault. That equates to one report every eight minutes over a six-year period. According to Uber’s own data, most reported victims were women, while alleged perpetrators were men—either drivers or riders. The… Continue reading “Every 8 Minutes”: Uber Faces Scrutiny Amid Sexual Assault Reports and Questionable Legal Practices – Avrek Law Firm
Trade pact with EU could be a boost for India’s auto sector– but there is a catch
In 2024, India imported motor vehicles worth over €1.6 billion from the EU, according to the official data. India on Tuesday agreed to significantly lower import quotas and tariffs for European carmakers under the newly signed India-EU free trade agreement. Under the new pact, it has been agreed to allow up to 2,50,000 European-made vehicles… Continue reading Trade pact with EU could be a boost for India’s auto sector– but there is a catch
Uber: Understanding Uber’s Share of Driver Earnings
Understanding Uber’s Share of Driver Earnings One of the most common questions we hear — from drivers, riders, and the public — is: How much of what riders pay for each Uber trip goes to the driver, and how much does Uber keep? Over nearly a decade of losses, many observers suggested Uber would never be profitable. Now that we are,… Continue reading Uber: Understanding Uber’s Share of Driver Earnings
Minister Kumaraswamy Inaugurates SIAT 2026 at ARAI’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration
The 19th Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT 2026) opened today at the Pune International Exhibition and Convention Centre, marking a significant milestone as The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) celebrates its 60th anniversary. Union Minister for Heavy Industries H. D. Kumaraswamy inaugurated the biennial event, themed “Innovative Pathways for Safe and Sustainable Mobility,”… Continue reading Minister Kumaraswamy Inaugurates SIAT 2026 at ARAI’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Hindalco Announces Major Aluminium Expansion in Odisha Worth ₹21,000 Crore
Hindalco Industries Limited has announced a substantial expansion of its aluminium operations in Odisha, including a ₹21,000-crore smelter expansion and the commissioning of new manufacturing facilities. The announcement was made on January 27, 2026, in Mumbai and Odisha. Expansion Details and Investment The metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group has revealed plans for… Continue reading Hindalco Announces Major Aluminium Expansion in Odisha Worth ₹21,000 Crore
India has got an opportunity to shape the future of mobility: Tata Motors’ Shailesh Chandra
India stands at a defining moment in its mobility and automotive transformation, with the opportunity to influence not just domestic markets but also global pathways, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra said while addressing the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers’ Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026. Framing the transition as… Continue reading India has got an opportunity to shape the future of mobility: Tata Motors’ Shailesh Chandra
Avis India Launches Luxury Van Rentals for Groups Up to 25 Passengers
Avis India has launched a luxury van rental service designed for group transportation needs. The offering accommodates up to 25 passengers and is available for corporate travel, airport transfers, long-distance journeys and family trips. The fleet includes executive vehicles such as Mercedes-Benz V-Class, Toyota Vellfire, Kia Carnival, Toyota Coaster and Toyota Commuter. Customers can select… Continue reading Avis India Launches Luxury Van Rentals for Groups Up to 25 Passengers
Best Walking Pad Deals: Save $150 and More (2026)
These days, everyone and their mother owns a walking pad. Unlike a full-size treadmill, a walking pad is affordably priced and compact. You can tuck it under your standing desk and accumulate your 10,000 steps as you work, or you can place it anywhere in your home to stay active while watching TV. It’s ideal… Continue reading Best Walking Pad Deals: Save $150 and More (2026)