Citroen Basalt to be unveiled next month in production spec

The Citroen Basalt is all set to be unveiled in its production-ready avatar early next month. The manufacturing of the SUV-coupe commenced in June, while the launch is expected sometime after its global debut. The Citroen Basalt’s fascia will be identical to the C3 Aircross on which it is based; only the grille inserts’ finish… Continue reading Citroen Basalt to be unveiled next month in production spec

Is Volvo about to out-Lotus Lotus?

A fews week ago I was in Austria to have a go in the Lotus Emeya – an electric super-saloon with as much as 904bhp and a good dollop more interior space than you get in the Porsche Taycan, especially in the back. If you can make peace with the fact that it’s a Lotus that treads… Continue reading Is Volvo about to out-Lotus Lotus?

Smart Roadster comeback on cards as brand expands line-up

Smart is considering an electric revival of the Roadster sports car, which it made from 2002 to 2005, once it has launched a range of more mainstream electric cars. The brand now sells the #1 and #3 SUVs in Europe and will bring the larger #5 SUV to the market next year while it works to enhance… Continue reading Smart Roadster comeback on cards as brand expands line-up

JLR and dealers accelerate data sharing for improved customer service

JLR (UK) is aiming to improve how it interacts with customers, in-person and digitally, under Costa Delis, the recently appointed UK customer experience director. In February JLR  unveiled its new “refined” franchised model with “key adaptions” marking a departure from its previously stated intention to switch to pure play agency in 2024. The focus on… Continue reading JLR and dealers accelerate data sharing for improved customer service

Genetically Modified (GMO) Food Market size is set to grow by USD 46.8 billion from 2024-2028, High demand for crop production boost the market, Technavio

NEW YORK, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global genetically modified (GMO) food market size is estimated to grow by USD 46.8 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.07% during the forecast period. High demand for crop production is driving market growth, with a trend towards innovations in gene-editing technologies.… Continue reading Genetically Modified (GMO) Food Market size is set to grow by USD 46.8 billion from 2024-2028, High demand for crop production boost the market, Technavio

German FAZ: enemy image SUV007287

Sports utility vehicles, SUVs, have long since become a fixture in the traffic scene. Strictly speaking, they have been around since the mid-1940s, after which they have developed considerably. The Willys Station Wagon is considered an early pioneer of large off-road vehicles. It appeared shortly after the Second World War. Other manufacturers followed, including Rover… Continue reading German FAZ: enemy image SUV007287

@Tata-JLR: Why we invested in CesiumAstro, the leading provider of space communications technology

InMotion Ventures has participated in a $65M Series B+ round for CesiumAstro. The round was led by Trousdale Ventures with participation from Development Bank of Japan, Quanta Computer, Kleiner Perkins, InMotion Ventures, L3Harris Technologies, Matter Venture Partners and Mesh Ventures.  Will Morgan, Investment and Scouting lead at InMotion Ventures, and Oliver Fitz-Gibbon, Platform lead, explore… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: Why we invested in CesiumAstro, the leading provider of space communications technology

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024: new cars and highlights

​The Goodwood Festival of Speed is over for another year. As always, 2024’s festival saw a huge gathering of cars of all types and vintages, and the show itself was a celebration of 130 years of automotive engineering with its central theme of ‘Horseless to Hybrid’.  There was another cause for celebration, too, with MG… Continue reading Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024: new cars and highlights

Statiq and BPCL partner to boost EV adoption in India

With rising adoption rates, electric car sales in India are projected to reach 1.3 to 1.5 lakh units in the current fiscal year (FY25). In a move to promote sustainable mobility, EV charging network provider Statiq has partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) to boost the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India. The… Continue reading Statiq and BPCL partner to boost EV adoption in India

Statiq and BPCL partner to augment EV adoption

Statiq’s extensive network of over 7,000 chargers across 65 cities, including tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3 cities, shows its commitment to supporting EV growth. Statiq has partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in India. This strategic collaboration includes the development of a bespoke app for… Continue reading Statiq and BPCL partner to augment EV adoption