UK car-manufacturing numbers fell through the floor in the last month or so. In June, the 27-per cent plunge (vs June ’23) was debilitating and, frankly, unsustainable for the British automotive business. But the disappointing numbers are explained away by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. All this was “expected” and “caused by multiple… Continue reading JLR is moving in the opposite directon to VW-Audi and Hyundai-Kia, and that’s not a good thing
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Volvo Cars gears up for a renewed push in the Indian luxury market
Martin Persson, head of Volvo Cars for Asia Pacific, excluding China (APeC), has no illusions about his company’s way forward in the Indian market. Even as he reveals that the Swedish automaker is preparing a new ‘comprehensive plan’ to realise the ‘enormous potential’ of India, he hastens to add that he doesn’t expect it to… Continue reading Volvo Cars gears up for a renewed push in the Indian luxury market
A look at car, SUV launches this month
A host of new cars and SUVs across various segments are lined up for a launch in August. The month will see at least eight new car, SUV launches including mass-market offerings as well as luxury models. Here is a list of new cars and SUVs that will go on sale this month. Nissan X-Trail… Continue reading A look at car, SUV launches this month
BMW discontinues 6 Series GT in India
BMW has discontinued the 6 Series GT in India, following the launch of the new 5 Series. This doesn’t come as a surprise as the new 5 Series, in its long wheelbase guise, was meant to address both the outgoing 5 and 6 Series GT customers. In fact, it was the success of the 6… Continue reading BMW discontinues 6 Series GT in India
Tesla Buyers Having More Regrets After Actually Using Their Cars, Research Finds
Tesla is slipping. Road Race Like a Tesla battery during a cold winter, buyer satisfaction with the Elon Musk-helmed vehicles has declined compared to a year ago. A new report from the prestigious JD Power’s long-running US Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study shows that Tesla has slipped a full nine points in satisfaction… Continue reading Tesla Buyers Having More Regrets After Actually Using Their Cars, Research Finds
@Tata-JLR: JLR RECRUITS 200 NEW UNDERGRADUATES FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS TO DRIVE INNOVATION AT ITS UK BUSINESS
About JLR JLR’s Reimagine strategy aims to deliver a sustainability‑rich vision of modern luxury by design. We are transforming our business, targeting carbon net zero across our supply chain, products, and operations by 2039. We have set a roadmap to reduce emissions across our own operations and value chains by 2030 through approved, science‑based targets.… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JLR RECRUITS 200 NEW UNDERGRADUATES FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS TO DRIVE INNOVATION AT ITS UK BUSINESS
Citroen unveils production-spec Basalt coupe-SUV for India
After showing us the first set of design sketches this March, Citroen has now officially unveiled the production-spec Basalt coupe-SUV for India. This is the fourth model based on Citroen’s C-Cubed programme that’s specifically meant for India, but it will also be made available in South American and European markets. The Basalt, which will be… Continue reading Citroen unveils production-spec Basalt coupe-SUV for India
CV sales slip 12% YoY in July amidst headwinds
India’s commercial vehicle (CV) industry encountered a challenging July, with wholesale volumes of four listed OEMs declining by 12% year-on-year (YoY). The downturn was largely attributed to a high base effect from the previous year and the lingering impact of the post-election transition period. Industry experts echoed these sentiments. Kinjal Shah, Senior Vice President and… Continue reading CV sales slip 12% YoY in July amidst headwinds
Hyundai Venue S(O) + launched at Rs 10 lakh
Hyundai has introduced a new S(O) + variant for the Venue at Rs 10 lakh. The new variant essentially adds an electric sunroof over the S(O) variant it is based on, making it the most affordable variant to be offered with this feature. Priced at Rs 10 lakh, the new variant sits between the S(O)… Continue reading Hyundai Venue S(O) + launched at Rs 10 lakh
Tata Punch becomes fastest to cross 4 lakh sales milestone among SUVs
Tata Motors announced that the Tata Punch has become the fastest to cross the 4 lakh sales milestone among SUVs, in just 34 months. Launched in October 2021, the Tata Punch introduced India to the sub compact SUV category. In August 2022, the Punch set a new benchmark in the industry, by becoming the first SUV… Continue reading Tata Punch becomes fastest to cross 4 lakh sales milestone among SUVs