OSM revs up with electric LCVs, new plants 

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has begun deliveries of its three-tonne electric light commercial vehicle, M1KA 3.0, from its Faridabad plant. The third in its kitty, this facility has a capacity of 2,600 units.  M1KA 3.0 is priced upwards of Rs 20 lakh and will be up against rivals in the internal combustion engine (ICE) space… Continue reading OSM revs up with electric LCVs, new plants 

Citility collaborates with HERE to promote smart, sustainable living in India

Citility taps HERE location services to provide actionable analytics that streamline city mobility operations and encourage the decarbonization of transport and reduce traffic congestion in Surat, Kolkata, and Bangalore. The smarter urban mobility solution will also be applied to use cases such as fleet management, smart city parking, and logistics. HERE Technologies, the leading location… Continue reading Citility collaborates with HERE to promote smart, sustainable living in India

BMW drives autonomously – in the factory

The manufacturer BMW has started a project for autonomous driving in a plant that makes production more efficient. The Bavarian vehicle manufacturer bmw has initiated a project in which cars maneuver through production without drivers. The project “Automated driving in the factory” (AFW) is being implemented in cooperation with two startups and is intended to… Continue reading BMW drives autonomously – in the factory

Electric 3-Wheeler Market by End-use, Range, Battery Type, Battery Capacity, Motor Power, Payload Capacity and Country – Asia Pacific Forecast to 2027

DUBLIN, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Asia Pacific Electric 3-Wheeler Market by End-use (Passenger & Load), Range (Upto 50 Miles & Above 50 Miles), Battery type (Lead Acid & Lithium ion), Battery Capacity (Below 3kWh, 3-6kWh, Above 6kWh), Motor Power, Payload Capacity – Forecast to 2027” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Asia Pacific… Continue reading Electric 3-Wheeler Market by End-use, Range, Battery Type, Battery Capacity, Motor Power, Payload Capacity and Country – Asia Pacific Forecast to 2027

Bain Capital and ADIA to Acquire Merchants Fleet

Brendan P. Keegan, Merchant’s CEO, will also assume roles of president and chairperson, assuming the chairperson position from outgoing owner Gary Singer. Source: Merchants Fleet Merchants Fleet today announced that Bain Capital and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) have signed a definitive agreement to acquire Merchants Automotive Group, which does business as Merchants Fleet… Continue reading Bain Capital and ADIA to Acquire Merchants Fleet

@FCA: Dodge, Ram Dominate Mass-market Brand Rankings in Fourth Straight J.D. Power APEAL Study

July 21, 2022 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Dodge further extends its dominance as a compelling favorite, claiming top spot among mass-market brands for the third straight year, according to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study™. On the heels of identical successes in 2021 and 2020, Dodge also becomes the first… Continue reading @FCA: Dodge, Ram Dominate Mass-market Brand Rankings in Fourth Straight J.D. Power APEAL Study

Massage-booking platform Urban responds to reports of alleged sexual assaults by some therapists

Urban, a popular UK-based startup that allows customers to find self-employed massage therapists who can be booked to attend customers’ homes, has been named in an investigation into alleged abuse by unlicensed freelance therapists. The startup has raised $35.7M from investors that include the likes of Felix Capital, Passion Capital, the London Co-Investment Fund, angels from… Continue reading Massage-booking platform Urban responds to reports of alleged sexual assaults by some therapists

Fonoa raises $60M to automate tax compliance for global companies like Uber and Zoom

Fonoa, a tax automation platform used by companies such as Uber and Zoom, has raised $60 million in a series B round of funding. Founded out of Dublin, Ireland, in 2019, Fonoa targets digital services companies that operate globally, automating many of the processes involved in managing sales tax, VAT, and goods and service tax… Continue reading Fonoa raises $60M to automate tax compliance for global companies like Uber and Zoom

Dodge and Ram Dominate Mass-market Brand Rankings in Fourth Straight J.D. Power APEAL Study

Dodge further extends its dominance as a compelling favorite, claiming top spot among mass-market brands for the third straight year, according to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study™. On the heels of identical successes in 2021 and 2020, Dodge also becomes the first domestic brand to capture the No.… Continue reading Dodge and Ram Dominate Mass-market Brand Rankings in Fourth Straight J.D. Power APEAL Study

Hyundai Palisade and Santa Cruz Win Top J.D. Power 2022 U.S. APEAL Awards

Hyundai Palisade and Santa Cruz Win Top J.D. Power 2022 U.S. APEAL Awards Tweet this “We are thrilled with the recognition of Santa Cruz and Palisade in this year’s J.D. Power APEAL Study,” said Olabisi Boyle, vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America. “The Palisade and Santa Cruz both have on-road… Continue reading Hyundai Palisade and Santa Cruz Win Top J.D. Power 2022 U.S. APEAL Awards