Maruti Suzuki India Limited’s All-New Dzire has become the first compact sedan in India to receive a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). The certificate was formally presented by Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, during an event in the capital. In the same round of testing,… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Dzire Becomes First Compact Sedan in India to Receive 5-Star Bharat NCAP Rating
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India closely watches US-China trade talks amid rare earth tensions
India, while not directly involved in the negotiations, is exploring options to reduce its dependence on China. As trade negotiations between the United States (US) and China near a 90-day deadline, global concerns over rare earth supply chains are intensifying. The US has indicated a possible easing of technology export restrictions in exchange for improved… Continue reading India closely watches US-China trade talks amid rare earth tensions
Minda Corporation Forms Joint Venture with Japan’s Toyodenso for Automotive Switches
Minda Corporation Limited has entered into a joint venture agreement with Japan-based Toyodenso Co. to manufacture automotive switches for the Indian market. The partnership establishes a 60:40 shareholding arrangement, with Minda Corporation holding the majority stake. The joint venture will focus on design, development, manufacturing and marketing of automotive switches for two-wheelers, passenger cars and… Continue reading Minda Corporation Forms Joint Venture with Japan’s Toyodenso for Automotive Switches
@VW Group: Audi customer teams win in the GT World Challenge Australia and Asia010314
Customer teams can look back on the best race weekends of the season so far with the Audi R8 LMS in Australia and Asia. A total of three victories at two GT World Challenge events show the GT3 sports car’s good form curve, while the Audi RS 3 LMS touring car contributed further valuable results… Continue reading @VW Group: Audi customer teams win in the GT World Challenge Australia and Asia010314
China’s Rare Earth Export Curbs: A Looming Threat to Global Carmakers and a Strategic Wake-Up Call for India
A significant threat of large-scale production disruption is looming over global automotive manufacturers due to China’s recent restrictions on the export of rare earth elements (REEs). The gravity of the situation is underscored by recent news that Suzuki Motor Corporation has halted production of its popular Swift model as of the end of May 2025,… Continue reading China’s Rare Earth Export Curbs: A Looming Threat to Global Carmakers and a Strategic Wake-Up Call for India
Maruti Suzuki Cuts e-Vitara EV Production by Two-Thirds Amid Rare Earth Supply Disruption: Reuters
Maruti Suzuki has significantly reduced its production forecast for its debut electric vehicle, the e-Vitara, for the first half of the 2025-26 fiscal year, citing disruptions in the supply of rare earth materials. According to a company document reviewed by Reuters, the automaker plans to produce 8,221 units between April and September 2025—nearly a two-thirds… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Cuts e-Vitara EV Production by Two-Thirds Amid Rare Earth Supply Disruption: Reuters
Toyota Urban Cruiser
So what can we learn in Madrid that we couldn’t from a drive of the Suzuki at a British proving ground? Well, actual roads with actual traffic do give a better idea of how well it performs in the real world. To drive, it’s actually quite nice. Enough grip and well-weighted steering make it enjoyable… Continue reading Toyota Urban Cruiser
NETMARBLE UNVEILS THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN OPEN-WORLD RPG FOR PLAYSTATION 5, PC AND MOBILE PLATFORMS
Pre-register Today and Secure Exclusive In-Game Reward by Visiting the Newly Launched Brand Site: https://7origin.netmarble.com/ New Trailers Debut at Summer Game Fest and Future Games Show: Summer Showcase 2025 SEOUL, South Korea, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has revealed its new open-world action-adventure collectible RPG The… Continue reading NETMARBLE UNVEILS THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN OPEN-WORLD RPG FOR PLAYSTATION 5, PC AND MOBILE PLATFORMS
Hyundai Plans India-Specific 1.2L Turbo Engine for Compact & Hybrid Models
Hyundai is developing an all-new 1.2-litre turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDi) engine that will play a pivotal role in powering its future hybrid and compact crossover models. The new four-cylinder powertrain is being designed for high fuel efficiency and compatibility with electrified architectures, aligning with the company’s broader shift toward multi-powertrain offerings across the mainstream… Continue reading Hyundai Plans India-Specific 1.2L Turbo Engine for Compact & Hybrid Models
China silent about lifting export curbs on rare earth metals amid growing concerns in India, world
The request was made during a meeting between the sides’ top commerce officials in Paris on Tuesday. China, which holds the global monopoly over the precious rare earth metals needed for manufacturing of phones, automobiles and missiles, continues to play hardball over lifting export restrictions of the precious metals warding off pressures from a host… Continue reading China silent about lifting export curbs on rare earth metals amid growing concerns in India, world