Tata Motors has launched the Ace EV, the zero-emission version of its popular small commercial vehicle, in Nepal, through its sole authorised distributor, Sipradi Trading. The first Tata Ace EV fleet has been delivered to customers in Kathmandu. This marks the debut of the Ace EV in the global market. After conducting stringent real-world tests,… Continue reading Tata Motors launches Ace EV with 154km range in Nepal
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Aeris looks to ride growing demand for IoT and vehicle telematics
Noida-based IoT (Internet of Things) and telematics solutions provider Aeris Communications, which at present sees over 75% of its revenue originate from the domestic EV industry, primarily electric two- and three-wheeler OEMs as well as enterprise customers like last-mile delivery and logistics service providers, foresees rapid adoption of IoT and telematics in vehicles across categories… Continue reading Aeris looks to ride growing demand for IoT and vehicle telematics
Lexus hydrogen-powered ROV uses Toyoda Gosei tanks and plastic recycling tech
Earlier this month, Japanese luxury carmaker Lexus showcased its diversification and electrification efforts as well as future direction of vehicle manufacturing and developing battery EVs to achieve a carbon-neutral society. Along with prototypes of the LM, LBX and GX, Lexus also announced the start of a customer experience program aimed at the future practical application… Continue reading Lexus hydrogen-powered ROV uses Toyoda Gosei tanks and plastic recycling tech
Skoda rolls out its three-millionth SUV
Skoda Auto is celebrating the production of its three-millionth SUV, a black Kodiaq Sportline, which rolled off the production line at the Kvasiny plant. Thc Czech carmaker has produced the last million SUVs in just 31 months or a little over two-and-a-half years. The two-millionth Skoda SUV had rolled out of the main plant in Mladá… Continue reading Skoda rolls out its three-millionth SUV
Mercedes-Benz and Roger Federer extend their partnership
Tennis legend Roger Federer and German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz have extended their partnership. The 20-time Grand Slam winner has had a close partnership with Mercedes-Benz for 15 years and this is being extended for the coming years. Since the end of his career, Roger Federer and Mercedes-Benz have taken their long-standing partnership to the next… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz and Roger Federer extend their partnership
For Tesla and Musk, Auto Strike Carries Benefits and Risks
The United Automobile Workers strike against the Michigan automakers would seem to be nothing but good news for Tesla, the electric vehicle maker that has upended the industry and stolen customers from Ford Motor, General Motors and Stellantis, which owns Jeep and Ram. Unencumbered by an activist union, Tesla can take advantage of the work… Continue reading For Tesla and Musk, Auto Strike Carries Benefits and Risks
U.A.W. Threatens Strikes at More Plants
The United Auto Workers said on Tuesday that the union would expand its strike against three U.S. automakers on Friday if it was unable to make substantial progress in contract talks with them. Nearly 13,000 U.A.W. members walked off the assembly lines at three plants last Friday, one each at the three companies — General… Continue reading U.A.W. Threatens Strikes at More Plants
Where key issues stand as UAW closes in on extended strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis
(L-R) Supporter Ryan Sullivan, and United Auto Workers members Chris Sanders-Stone, Casey Miner, Kennedy R. Barbee Sr. and Stephen Brown picket outside the Jeep Plant on September 18, 2023 in Toledo, Ohio. Sarah Rice | Getty Images DETROIT — With a deadline for expanded strikes by the United Auto Workers against the Detroit automakers closing… Continue reading Where key issues stand as UAW closes in on extended strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis
Chinese EV maker Nio releases a smartphone it expects at least half of its users to buy
watch now SHANGHAI — Chinese electric car brand Nio on Thursday released an Android smartphone, which the company expects at least half its users to buy, CEO William Li told CNBC in an exclusive interview ahead of the launch. The phone, priced from around $900 to $1,000, is an Android device that’s about $150 cheaper… Continue reading Chinese EV maker Nio releases a smartphone it expects at least half of its users to buy
Radical new Lexus concept previews long-range EV for 2026
Lexus will show a radical new concept next month, which previews a ‘next-generation’ electric car it will launch in 2026. Said to “revolutionise the modular structure of the vehicle body, drastically change the production method, and completely revamp the software platform”, the new car will serve as a statement of intent for the Japanese luxury brand… Continue reading Radical new Lexus concept previews long-range EV for 2026