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The cut in output comes just at the start of the festive season which begins on October 7 with the start of Navratri. This is usually the time of the year when automakers build inventory for the rush in demand

CESL invites state transport corporations to adopt 3,472 electric buses

The cities to be covered under this are Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Surat, and Pune

Maruti Suzuki launches virtual car assistant S-Assist' for Nexa customers

Available at free of cost to customers of the company's cars sold through its premium outlet NEXA chain, the S-Assist provides multi-media content like do-it-yourself videos, digital literature, and workshop assistance on smartphones.

MG Motor to nearly double factory capacity; lines up Astor SUV and new EV

The expansion of the Halol plant’s capacity will, however, depend on the availability of semiconductors. The chip shortage has hit the entire industry’s production and MG Motor has a wait time of 3-4 months for its models

Bajaj Auto to get stake in KTM holding company in share-swap deal

Bajaj Auto International Holding BV (BAIHBV) has swapped 46.5 percent (out of its about 48 percent) stake in KTMAG, for a 49.9 percent stake in PTW Holding.

Mahindra & Mahindra considering funding options for EV supercar unit: Report

The Munich-based luxury electric vehicle unit had in 2019 rolled out a prototype of its 1,900-horsepower Battista, which had a top speed of 350 km/hour and a range up to 500 km in a single charge.

PLI scheme to benefit domestic auto, parts industries in multiple ways: Report

The scheme aims for a future-ready and globally competitive Indian auto sector, by fast-tracking investments in technology and components where India needs to leapfrog.

Tesla's self-driving beta 10.2 release pushed back a week

Elon Musk had announced the rollout of version 10.2 on midnight October 1 before pushing it a week further

Tesla drivers can now download full self-driving beta software, how does it work?

As always, there is a catch.

Ferrari, parent Exor clinch alliance with Apple designer Jony Ive

London-born Jony Ive, left Apple in 2019 after 27 years, having played a big role in the designs of the iMac and MacBook computers as well as the iPod, iPhone and iPad. Newson, an Australian, has designed everything from Qantas business class seats to Nike sneakers.

Covid-19 triggers demand for costlier cars: Hyundai Motor India

New car buyers are opting for more expensive and premium variants of vehicles, startling experts who had predicted a shift towards entry-level models

Toyota discontinues Yaris in India

Toyota has not launched even one locally manufactured product produced at its own plants since April 2018 in India

Electric supercars need to lose weight, power up and cool down

Batteries are immensely heavy and electric motors overheat if driven too hard - big problems for a niche industry that charges hundreds of thousands of dollars for lightweight cars capable of screaming round 10 laps of a track at full throttle.

Siddhartha Lal’s pay: Eicher Motors approaches shareholders again

Eicher Motors decided to make separate proposals for Siddhartha Lal’s reappointment as MD and for his remuneration after a special resolution combining the two proposals had been rejected by shareholders earlier

In-Depth | The Semiconductor Shortage: What caused the supply crunch and how long will it last?

Demand for chips is exceeding supply, and many automobile manufacturers and consumer electronics companies across the world have said that production will be affected.

Iconic British brands MINI Cooper and Paul Smith collaborate on a new electric car

MINI Strip is designer Paul Smith’s love letter to sustainability and anti-ornamentation, a car that has been stripped of its glossy covering to reveal the actual engineering underneath.

Ford India head Anurag Mehrotra quits after company decides to stop making cars in India: Report

September 30 will be Anurag Mehrotra's last day with the company, one of the sources said.

Elon Musk says chip shortage only 'short term'

The chip drought is "short term, I think," the billionaire said in an appearance by video at Italian Tech Week in Turin.

Semiconductor shortage may ease from January 2022

“We believe Q2 and Q3 are going to be pretty difficult,” says a parts manufacturer. OEMs are now in talks with semiconductor makers, and even signing contracts for chips, which will be delivered 12 months later

Tata Punch: What you need to know

Another subcompact SUV ready to enter the market

64,000 jobs lost as five major auto companies exit India: FADA

After trying fruitlessly for several years, Ford called it quits on September 9, 2021, bringing curtains on all manufacturing and sales operations in the country in a phased manner.

Volkswagen Taigun launched in India, prices start at Rs 10.49 lakh

The five-seater Volkswagen Taigun will compete against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and the Tata Harrier and marks the first step under the India 2.0 program of VW group

Audi drives in two electric supercars e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT in India

The e-tron GT comes with a power of 390 kW and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, while the 475 kW RS e-tron GT achieves the same feat in 3.3 seconds.

A life and death question for regulators: Is Tesla's Autopilot safe?

The US agency, which makes recommendations but lacks enforcement powers, has previously urged regulators at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to investigate Autopilot's limitations, potential for driver misuse and possible safety risks following a series of crashes involving the technology, some of them fatal.

Development of fuel efficient cars to remain critical in sales strategy: Maruti Suzuki

The country's largest carmaker -- which has launched a campaign 'Kam Se Kaam Banega' to celebrate three decades of leadership in offering the country's most fuel-efficient cars -- noted that efficiency goals will be achieved without compromising on the performance of the vehicles.

Skoda Auto to replace fuel pumps in SUV Kushaq

Skoda is individually contacting Kushaq customers to replace the fuel pump at zero cost at authorised service centres.

Yamaha launches new R15 bike, Aerox maxi scooter in India

The Aerox 155 maxi scooter uses the same engine as the R15 but slightly detuned in power.

Skoda Kushaq bookings cross 10,000 units, new features added

Skoda Auto is now offering six airbags and a tyre pressure monitoring system on the Style variants (both 1.0L and 1.5L) at an additional cost of Rs 40,000

Premium Volvo trucks see demand as economic activity picks up

Each of the company’s trucks costs more than Rs 1 crore. It sells 1,100 trucks a year, and the order book is full for the next 2-3 months. “We have more than 85 percent market share in this segment. We expect demand for such premium trucks to keep increasing,” said VE Commercial Vehicles CEO.

WheelsEMI forays into used two-wheeler market

Mumbai, Sep 20 Two-wheeler financing firm WheelsEMI on Monday announced its entry in the used two-wheeler marketplace to tap emerging opportunities..

Auto incentive scheme: Is it too little, too late for Ford India?

Barely a week after Ford said it would stop making cars in India, the government introduced incentives for manufacture of electric and hydrogen-fuel cars. Some experts believe Ford should reconsider its decision

How the new PLI scheme is likely to boost the EV industry

The new scheme is expected to benefit the likes of Tesla and many manufacturers of two, three and four-wheeled EVs.

News Analysis | How the Auto PLI scheme will nudge the industry towards green vehicles

The Centre will be counting on the PLI scheme to prod OEMs currently making Internal Combustion Engine vehicles expand into technology that is being imported, so that import substitution gets a leg up

Ola says it sold Rs 1,100 crore of electric scooters in two-day sale

Ola now plans to reopen the sales window on November 1 in time for Diwali. Consumers can book their reservation slots on the Ola Electric website for Rs 499.

Consumers demand law to protect people selling used cars

Pre-owned car sales zoom in Covid-19 aftermath

Given the pace of demand revival, sales will rescale peak levels in 2023: Satyakam Arya, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles

Medium and heavy truck sales between January and July this year have already surpassed volumes of the entire 2020 and is expected to close at almost double the sales volume compared to last year.

India eyes turning 3-wheelers into electric vehicles

From freight loaders to garbage disposal vans, going electric helps three-wheelers save on the running cost of the vehicles. Also unlike four-wheelers, three-wheelers offer easy options of replacing discharged batteries with charged ones, helping save on the time taken to charge.

Mercedes-Benz to sell all-electric SUV EQC across all dealerships in India

Mercedes-Benz globally is pursuing an aggressive EV strategy of 'EV first to EV only', and in India the high acceptance level of the EQC makes the company confident that, electric is the future, Mercedes-Benz India Managing Director and CEO Martin Schwenk said.

Ford Motor to close manufacturing plants in India after $2 billion loss

The decision by Ford Motor Company to shutter plants in Sanand and Chennai comes after accumulated losses over 10 years and lack of growth. At least 4,000 employees to be affected by the move.

Exclusive: Scooter brand LML scouts for investors to launch another comeback

Promoters hope to rake in Rs 1,000 crore to develop two-wheeler scooters and bikes. Launch planned for late 2022, with manufacturing units in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh

Spark Minda eyes inorganic route to expand EV presence

The company is looking to acquire a component maker by March 2022 and is in discussions with a few potential targets

India to give $3.5 billion in revised clean tech scheme for automakers: Report

The government’s original plan was to give about $8 billion to automakers and part manufacturers to promote mainly gasoline technology, with added benefits for electric vehicles (EVs).

FADA warns of lacklustre festive season for passenger vehicles due to semiconductor shortage

Terming semiconductor shortage as a "full-blown crisis", the industry body warned of a lacklustre festive season, especially for the passenger vehicle dealer fraternity, with low inventory levels and non-availability of the fast-moving model variants ahead of the peak festive period.

Auto retail sales rise 14% in August amid production cutbacks

The increase in sales in August has come despite the hike in vehicle prices across segments coupled with consistent rise in price of petrol and diesel

Mercedes-Benz’s electric EQG concept—what you need to know

Does Tesla need to worry? Merc’s line-up of electric concepts is already the highlight of the 2021 IAA Munich

Ola Electric ties up with banks, financial institutions for loans to customers

The company, which had last month launched the Ola S1 electric scooter in two variants -- S1 and S1 Pro -- at prices Rs 99,999 and Rs 1,29,999, respectively (ex-showroom including FAME II subsidy and excluding state subsidies), said it will start deliveries in October.

Govt must provide subsidy to push EV demand: SS Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India   

Electric cars meant for personal use do not get any direct subsidy from the Centre. Only those buyers who wish to put electric cars to commercial use, such as running taxis, receive a central subsidy

Until 2023? Parts shortage will keep auto prices sky-high

Automakers have been considering shifting to an order-based distribution system rather than keeping huge supplies on dealer lots. But no one knows whether such a system would prove more efficient.

Power Grid begins work on first EV charging station in Meghalaya

The EVCS are being developed under Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid) & Electric Vehicles (FAME) India Scheme Phase-II.

Maruti Suzuki to recall 1.8 lakh cars to inspect motor generators

These vehicles are said to be manufactured between May 4, 2018, to October 27, 2020. The replacement of the affected part shall start from the first week of November 2021.