Gulshankumar Wankar

Tata Motors to merge its subsidiary TML Drivelines unit with itself for synergy, cost-cutting

The Tata Motors -- TML Drivelines merger would enable “synergy of operations, optimisation of resources, reduction of statutory and legal compliance requirements and overall cost management”.

Big discounts on ACs, cars, phones to beat GST deadline

From Paytm and ShopClues to Levi’s and Bajaj Auto, brands and retailers are holding sales to offload stocks before GST comes into play from July 1.

Shell Lubricants says ready for BS VI engines, eyes smart vehicle technology space

Shell Lubricants, a global leader in making machines smoother, cleaner and noise-free, too sees an opportunity in the anticipated age of electric mobility, as environmental concerns loom over petrol and diesel-run vehicles.

Why Tesla boss Elon Musk’s exit from Trump advisory council is good business sense

Tesla founder Elon Musk’s decision to quit President Donald Trump’s business advisory councils is beyond environment and humanity; it’s business.

Uber plans safer India ride with connected car technology

Uber India said Autohawk will help monitor its cars, besides reporting updates such as health of the vehicle and location to Uber as well as fleet owner.

Anand Mahindra wants to acquire Rajinikanth’s Thar from Kaala poster

Mahindra Group chairman Anand Mahindra on Monday offered to acquire the Thar SUV on which Rajinikanth is seen sitting in the poster of his upcoming movie Kaala.

Electric cars, buses and metros could help India save $60 billion in 2030: Niti Aayog report

The report was based on a workshop convened by Niti Aayog and a think tank Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) in February talks of how shared electric mobility is the ride of the future.

Six months after demonetisation, auto sales back to normal but BS-III brakes growth

Though the auto sales have returned to normalcy, the Supreme Court order banning the sale of Bharat Stage III vehicles from April 1 slowed the growth the market had achieved, six months after demonetisation.

HP, Leo Burnett make smart poles for roads that honk to alert drivers on blind turns

SmartLife Pole is the world’s first anti-collision vehicle management system at national highway 1.

General Motors shuts Halol plant in Gujarat, workers observe silent fast

The workers have been on a strike—”without affecting production”—for 35 days demanding that they be retained by Chinese automaker SAIC which will take over the plant.

Next gear in car rental service: MyChoize to offer supercar experience on F1 track

Car rental and car leasing service provider Orix India launched a supercar rental service to offer its users the experience of driving an Audi R8, a Lamborghini or a Porsche sports car at the Buddha International Circuit.

Vehicular pollution: What is BS and why should you care?

New emissions for vehicles in India which come into effect on April 1, will mean costlier cars and fuel, but will eventually cut cost of health care because of pollution induced health problems will fall.

India a growth machine, beats China in use of AMT, ABS in commercial vehicles: Wabco

Wabco Inc, a tier-one supplier to the CV industry, acquired majority ownership in its over five-decade-old joint venture with TVS India in 2009 and renamed the Indian subsidiary in 2011 to Wabco India.

Brexit will affect automakers, but aftermarket mostly stable: Messe Frankfurt

Messe Frankfurt in association with ACMA has organised third edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, an exhibition of the automotive aftermarket manufacturers that kicked off on Tuesday.

Govt sanctions Rs 128 crore for FAME scheme, no decision on phase II yet

FAME is a six-year launched on April 1, 2015 under the National Electric Mobility Mission 2020 to promote manufacturing and sales of hybrid and electric vehicles in India.

Trucks to become smarter with Bharat Stage IV engines, says Cummins India chief

BS IV emissions norms will be mandatory for commercial vehicles across the country from April 1, 2017. Cummins India, the engine-maker in Tata trucks, is a key member of this transition.

Auto industry, govt discussing FAME 2.0 to boost sales of electrics and hybrids

FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid and) Electric Vehicles in India) scheme completes its phase one on March 31, but the auto industry has called for more support to promote cleaner and greener cars in India.

Is Tata Motors-VW-Skoda partnership a win-win of the underdogs?

Tata Motors and Volkswagen entered a technological partnership to make economy segment cars under Skoda Auto. So who needed the deal more – Tata or Volkswagen? Who will be affected more?

Love for vintage cars, anger against NGT ban: Classic car-owners have a tale to tell

51st edition of The Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally took place in New Delhi on Sunday. Around 100 vintage and classic cars, from the 1914 to to 1960s were driven from The Statesman House in CP to the National Hockey Stadium.

This Cadillac ad talks about ‘divided’ America and earns a marketing point

The 60-second commercial that will make its television debut during the Oscars on Sunday, opens to archival scenes of American civil-rights demonstrations, with a bold upfront narrative: “We are a nation divided!”

Baghtos Kay… Mujra Kar! movie review: This film is as solid as Shivaji’s forts

While Baghtos Kay… Mujra Kar may not give a lasting or realistic solution, director Hemant Dhome’s attempt to construct a story around the dilapidated legacy of the Shivaji’s Maratha empire itself deserves applause.

Maruti Suzuki Ignis launched, price starts from Rs 4.59 lakh

Maruti Suzuki has launched the Ignis, the “unconventional and new age” car, through which India’s largest carmaker wants to attract a larger chunk of young car buyers -- an consumer segment it has failed to address in over three decades.

Ventilator review: A bickering family that fights but sticks together

A family meets over the hospitalisation of an ailing uncle. The members fight, argue but eventually bend relationships even as the illness threatens to put an end to the upcoming Ganesh festival. Ventilator, a family drama, produced by Priyanka Chopra, is a delightful watch.

Yuvraj Singh blasts Western Union for denying money to fiancée Hazel Keech

Yuvraj Singh, who got engaged to Hazel Keech in Bali in November last year, blasted Western Union who denied her remittance for her name being not Hindu enough.

Rio win to Kashmir loss: Highlights of PM Modi’s Mann ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation through his monthly programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’.

Neeraj’s surprise to Narsingh’s shocker: How Twitter took both the news

How Twitter reacted to Neeraj Chopra becoming the first Indian athlete to win javelin throw world championship in Poland and Indian wrestler Narsingh Yadav failing the dope test just 11 days before of Rio Games.

Highways to hell: Indian roads now with safer cars but more reckless drivers

Indian government data says 70% of road accidents occur due to driver’s fault. With no serious effort into Road Safety Bill 2014, the roads in India continue to be highways to hell.

Blame the man: Human error behind 70% of road accidents, says govt data

Civil Services results: Meet the toppers, know their success mantras

UPSC 2015 results sent a wave of happiness in thousands of homes across India on Tuesday. Of the 1,078 candidates who cleared the UPSC 2015, here’s what the toppers elated after their performance had to say.

All about Mercury transit as the rare phenomenon begins

The Mercury transit 2016 is all set to occur by 4.40pm in India. Here’s all you need to know about the rare phenomenon: