Analysts expect that car buyers may bounce back after an extended shutdown, which would help the auto industry to recover. New Delhi: The ongoing Covid-19 second wave has resulted in a near washout of sales in May 2021 for the automotive industry. During the depths of the second peak of Covid-19 in the summer, sales… Continue reading Auto industry falls on the second wave of Covid-19 and bleeds
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Carmakers hit a wall in May — lock, stock and barrel
Maruti Suzuki India, Hyundai Motor India, Tata Motors, Kia India and Mahindra & Mahindra — which accounted for 85 percent share of the passenger vehicle (PV) market in FY 21 — collectively sold 92,138 units in May 2021. Across the board, sales were down 64 percent month-on-month. LockFrom Maharashtra to Haryana and Karnataka to Tamil… Continue reading Carmakers hit a wall in May — lock, stock and barrel
Commercial vehicles swept away in May mayhem
May 2021 saw sales of commercial vehicles crash to 20,001 units, 47 percent lower than the preceding month. With the second wave of Covid-19 spreading its reach in rural India, most states went in for lockdowns which brought economic activity to a screeching halt. The biggest casualty in the process was the CV segment. In addition,… Continue reading Commercial vehicles swept away in May mayhem
@Tata-JLR: JAGUAR I-PACE COMPLETES EVERESTING CHALLENGE ON A SINGLE CHARGE WITH OLYMPIC CYCLING ACE AT THE WHEEL
Peak efficiency: All-electric Jaguar I-PACE completes ‘Everesting Challenge’ by climbing 8,848m – the height of Mount Everest – on a single charge Reaching new heights: Performance SUV completed 16.2 ascents of Britain’s highest surfaced road – Great Dun Fell – gaining 547m on each full climb Race-to-road technology: I-PACE’s clever regenerative braking – developed with… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JAGUAR I-PACE COMPLETES EVERESTING CHALLENGE ON A SINGLE CHARGE WITH OLYMPIC CYCLING ACE AT THE WHEEL
BMW’s iX electric SUV with 300 miles of range will start at $82,300
When BMW first revealed its flagship iX electric SUV in November, we speculated that it would cost $70,000 or more, based on its luxury styling and upgraded battery. Well, we were right — sort of. The German automaker has just announced that when it goes on sale early next year, the new EV’s suggested price… Continue reading BMW’s iX electric SUV with 300 miles of range will start at $82,300
Why it’s reality check time for the EV skateboard chassis – Automotive News Europe
“They don’t have to start from scratch, which means they can reduce costs and time to market,” Marco Kollmeier, Benteler’s head of e-mobility, said last year about the supplier’s Electric Drive System 2.0 skateboard rolling chassis, developed with Robert Bosch Many were convinced. Canoo’s EV skateboard was a “a self-contained unit that can be paired… Continue reading Why it’s reality check time for the EV skateboard chassis – Automotive News Europe
Autocar Professional’s Software & Simulation Special is out!
The past year has been a deep dive into the world of technology. People from all works of life have been combining the common thread of digitisation. Nothing manifests this better than the reach of simulation. That’s exactly why the June 1 issue is a celebration of the powers of virtual reality with a ‘Software… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s Software & Simulation Special is out!
Renault Triber sells over 75,000 units in 21 months
The Renault Triber has notched a new sales milestone – 75,000 units and counting. Launched on August 28, 2019, the seven-seater SUV has given the French carmaker a new charge in the Indian market. From a utility vehicle market share of 1.57% in FY2019, Renault India closed FY2021 with 4.79% UV market share. And it has… Continue reading Renault Triber sells over 75,000 units in 21 months
2021 BMW 3 Series: this is the diesel access version … with 122 hp and hybridization!
2021 BMW 3 Series: this is the diesel access version … with 122 hp and hybridization! The BMW 3 Series It is one of the most recognized sedans in the entire market. Undoubtedly, the Bavarian manufacturer has won over the public during all its generations, marking as a distinctive point its dynamic behavior, the quality… Continue reading 2021 BMW 3 Series: this is the diesel access version … with 122 hp and hybridization!
Car pictures of the week – Evo
The Aston Martin V12 Zagato is making a return a decade after its launch, courtesy of R-Reforged, and in issue 286 Richard Meaden got behind the wheel of one of two development cars to find out whether the reborn icon could be improved upon from its superb original form. To read the story in full… Continue reading Car pictures of the week – Evo