German Manager Magazin: Uber, ZF Friedrichshafen, BYD – The newsletter “Manage: Mobility” 004216

Dear reader, dear reader, If you are surprised at today’s post, we can only congratulate: take care! Since a nationwide holiday falls on our actual publication day this week and the author of this newsletter is particularly looking forward to his first Father’s Day, we exceptionally provide you with fresh fabric from the mobility world… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Uber, ZF Friedrichshafen, BYD – The newsletter “Manage: Mobility” 004216

First pictures: Volvo XC70 PHEV offers 112 miles of EV range

The new Volvo XC70 plug-in hybrid has been outed ahead of its official debut, courtesy of new images published by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Earlier preview images gave a good idea of the reborn XC70’s design, confirming that it would morph from high-riding estate into full-blown SUV, but these new images… Continue reading First pictures: Volvo XC70 PHEV offers 112 miles of EV range

Maruti Fronx and Hyundai Verna top export models in April

The made-in-India passenger vehicle export business has opened on a good note in FY2026. In April 2025, as per SIAM industry data, a total of 59,395 cars, SUVs and MPVs were shipped overseas which is a YoY increase of 20% (April 2024: 49,563 units). Maruti Suzuki India, which has been India’s No. 1 passenger vehicle… Continue reading Maruti Fronx and Hyundai Verna top export models in April

Avoid metals segment for now despite decent results: Sandip Sabharwal

Sandip Sabharwal “On the commercial vehicle side, the cycle has been on a moderate growth cycle or a downturn sort of. Now, in the coming year the possibility of a positive surprise, I would say, is greater than that of negative surprise because one, as economic growth picks up, interest rates move down, it will… Continue reading Avoid metals segment for now despite decent results: Sandip Sabharwal

Telangana Govt Approves Hyundai’s Rs 8,528 Crore R&D Center Plan: Report

The Industrial Promotion Sub-Committee of the Telangana government has approved South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Company’s plans to establish an R&D center – Hyundai Global Innovation Research and Development Centre – in the state with a proposed investment of Rs 8,528 crore, according to the New Indian Express. The new R&D center is reportedly planned… Continue reading Telangana Govt Approves Hyundai’s Rs 8,528 Crore R&D Center Plan: Report

Exide In Talks With Two Leading 2W OEMs To Supply Lithium Batteries

Battery major Exide Industries, which is setting up a gigafactory to manufacture lithium-ion cells, is in advanced stage talks with two leading two-wheeler OEMs and three-wheeler players to form partnerships for cell supply. “We have been in advanced discussion with two of the leading OEMs for 2-wheelers on the cylindrical side. Similarly, on the 3-wheeler… Continue reading Exide In Talks With Two Leading 2W OEMs To Supply Lithium Batteries

Exide In Talks With Two Leading 2W OEMs To Supply Lithium Batteries

Battery major Exide Industries, which is setting up a gigafactory to manufacture lithium-ion cells, is in advanced stage talks with two leading two-wheeler OEMs and three-wheeler players to form partnerships for cell supply. “We have been in advanced discussion with two of the leading OEMs for 2-wheelers on the cylindrical side. Similarly, on the 3-wheeler… Continue reading Exide In Talks With Two Leading 2W OEMs To Supply Lithium Batteries

EV charger manufacturing gets turbo boost in Tamil Nadu

TN is one of the front-runners in both EV and EV infrastructure related manufacturing. Tamil Nadu’s electronic and electrical production ecosystem is diversifying into EV charger manufacturing. Top players such as Delta India and Eaton are looking at the entire range of chargers from small 60 kW to 350 kW as the demand switches towards… Continue reading EV charger manufacturing gets turbo boost in Tamil Nadu

Opinion: it’s time to start recommending some Tesla alternatives

For years, Tesla has been the go-to EV recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first electric cars. In light of questionable recalls and its CEO’s recent involvement in controversial politics, however, people are starting to distance themselves from the trailblazing company. All that begs the question: what should we recommend… Continue reading Opinion: it’s time to start recommending some Tesla alternatives

Hyundai Celebrates the Ninth Annual National Salute to America’s Heroes Hyundai Air & Sea Show

Since its debut in 2017, the National Salute to America’s Heroes has evolved into the premier U.S. Military celebration and remembrance event held annually during Memorial Day weekend. This event stands as a cornerstone of Hyundai’s enduring dedication to supporting the U.S. military. Continuing this commitment for the fifth consecutive year, Hyundai will contribute $50,000… Continue reading Hyundai Celebrates the Ninth Annual National Salute to America’s Heroes Hyundai Air & Sea Show