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Land Rover Defender convertible enters production

Dutch coachbuilder Heritage Customs has started production of its soft-top convertible Land Rover Defender, with the firm’s second example already under way at its Enter factory. Based on the L663-generation Defender 90, the Valiance Convertible has been heavily modified to feature a sixth seat, forged wheels, bespoke leather trim, sports seats and other changes to both its… Continue reading Land Rover Defender convertible enters production

EVs to comprise 15-17% of Tata Motors’ volumes in CY24

Homegrown automaker, Tata Motors, which is the leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in the country with a market share of over 75 percent, expects strong demand for its latest all-electric model – the Punch.ev. The carmaker clocked its best-ever EV sales of 69,153 units in CY23, registering a robust 62 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth of 62… Continue reading EVs to comprise 15-17% of Tata Motors’ volumes in CY24

Best used electric cars 2024

Electric cars have entered the automotive mainstream and now millions of car buyers are wondering if an electric car could work for them. There are more and more electric cars available these days, but new models are expensive – so why not consider buying a cheaper used electric car instead? Our road testers have thoroughly… Continue reading Best used electric cars 2024

Minda Corp and PE investors believed to be likely sellers in Pricol’s block deal: Report

Minda Corp. Ltd., in addition to private equity investors, is said to be the likely seller in the large block deal that took place on Wednesday, business television CNBC-TV18 reported, citing sources. The buyers, on the other hand, include a clutch of domestic and foreign investors, the report added, claiming that 15% of Pricol’s equity… Continue reading Minda Corp and PE investors believed to be likely sellers in Pricol’s block deal: Report

CNH celebrates 25 years of New Holland in India, showcases farm equipment

CNH Industrial, an agricultural and construction equipment firm is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its brand New Holland in India. As part of the celebrations, the company showcased its wide range of farm equipment at its Greater Noida manufacturing plant, including tractors, combine harvesters, and balers. CNH also presented its local R&D capability by demonstrating… Continue reading CNH celebrates 25 years of New Holland in India, showcases farm equipment

Uno Minda launches car DVR with ADAS at Rs 6990

Uno Minda, an automotive solutions supplier to original equipment manufacturers, has announced the launch of Car DVR with ADAS at Rs 6990, in the Indian aftermarket. It comes with 720P full HD resolution, and a 170 degree lens enabling a broad field of vision for increased awareness. The device also supports SD cards up to 32GB,… Continue reading Uno Minda launches car DVR with ADAS at Rs 6990

Zoomcar lists on NASDAQ

Car-sharing platform Zoomcar Holdings is listed on the NASDAQ and has begun trading under the ticker symbol “ZCAR” for its common stock. The company is listed via a SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Deal) and completed its merger with blank check company Innovative International Acquisition Corp (IOAC). Greg Moran, CEO and Co-Founder of Zoomcar commented, “This… Continue reading Zoomcar lists on NASDAQ

Govt forms panel to assess inclusion of more components in auto PLI: PTI

The government has formed a committee to assess the auto industry’s demand for including more components in the PLI-incentive scheme for automobile and auto components, Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey stated. He told PTI that a committee has been constituted to examine demands from stakeholders to include more (automotive) components in the scope of the… Continue reading Govt forms panel to assess inclusion of more components in auto PLI: PTI

Tata Punch EV launched, prices start at Rs 10.99 lakh

Tata has launched the Punch EV with prices ranging from Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 14.49 lakh. The EV comes with two battery options and four variants, and bookings for the electric vehicle opened earlier this month for a token amount of Rs 21,000. Tata Punch EV design and platform Visually, the Tata Punch EV bears a resemblance… Continue reading Tata Punch EV launched, prices start at Rs 10.99 lakh