[

Car and Bike

]

Bajaj relaunches Pulsar 220F at 1.37 lakh. Details here

Published on Mar 25, 2023 03:24 PM IST

The relaunch comes almost a year after the model was discontinued in April 2022.

Bajaj Pulsar 220F
By, New Delhi

‘Most powerful’ Mercedes AMG model to debut in India on Apr 11. Details here

The Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance will be manufactured through the Completely Built-up Units (CBU) route.

Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance
Published on Mar 25, 2023 12:33 PM IST
By, New Delhi

India can become No.1 EV manufacturer. Gadkari explains how

India has beaten Japan to become the third largest vehicle market in 2022 after China and the USA. "With our innovative approach, we can develop the backward area, increase the growth and at the same time create employment potential," union minister Nitin Gadkari said.

Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari.
Published on Mar 24, 2023 06:00 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Maruti targets to beat Hyundai, Tata in premium car sales via Nexa by next year

The Nexa retail chain, started in 2015 to sell Maruti Suzuki's premium vehicles, has crossed the cumulative sales milestone of 20 lakh units. It currently sells models such as Baleno, Ignis, Ciaz, XL6 and Grand Vitara. Upcoming SUVs Fronx and Jimny will also be sold through the chain.

Maruti Suzuki Nexa showroom.(HT REPRESENTATIONAL)
Published on Mar 24, 2023 02:45 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Mercedes-Benz plans to roll out 4 EVs in next 8-12 months in Indian market

"We are very happy with the development of our EVs (electric vehicles) here in the Indian market with (models such as) the EQS and the EQB. We'll have four more vehicles coming in," Mercedes-Benz AG Head of Region Overseas Matthias Luehrs said.

The EQB is the all-electric version of Mercedes GLB (right).(Representative Image)
Published on Mar 24, 2023 01:15 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

How Tesla's up to 50% discount in China sparking turmoil in car market?

"Tesla's cuts have come after a difficult time for China’s auto sector. Consumer spending was badly dented by long-running Covid restrictions” JSC Automotive’s Siebert said.

Visitors check a Tesla Model 3 car next to a Model Y displayed at a showroom of the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker in Beijing, China.(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 23, 2023 02:34 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Maruti Suzuki India to raise prices in April to offset rising input costs

Maruti joins rival Tata Motors and two-wheeler maker Hero Motocorp, who have also said they would raise prices by 5% and 2% respectively, as they grapple with increased costs to meet new emission norms.

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices across models. (File photo) (MINT_PRINT)
Published on Mar 23, 2023 02:22 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

New EV battery sourcing rules in US to be released next week

The auto, battery and clean energy industries have been awaiting guidance on complex questions governing eligibility for hundreds of billions of dollars of incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law last year.

According to Inflation Reduction Act, a $7,500 EV tax credit is only available to North American-assembled vehicles that meet certain local battery production and mineral extraction processing standards. (Shutterstock)
Published on Mar 23, 2023 12:33 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Mahindra to raise up to $1.3 bn for electric vehicle unit

Mahindra, which is known for its sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and jeeps, has stepped up investments to bolster its EV capacity as the Indian government aims to increase the share of EVs to 30% of total annual car sales by 2030 from 1% currently.

Mahindra may raise as much as $800 million to $1 billion in the first tranche as early as the first half of financial year 2024(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 22, 2023 11:56 AM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Honda launches stock clearance offer on these models. Check discounted price

Honda has come up with heavy discounts on many of its models. The Japanese company has launched stock clearance offers. Check the details and the discounted price of the cars.

Honda Cars India currently offers models like City, Amaze, WR-V and Jazz for customers in India. (Representative Image)
Published on Mar 21, 2023 06:25 PM IST

Dodge launches last super-fast gasoline muscle car. Zero to 97km/hr in 1.66 sec!

Stellantis will stop making gas versions of the Dodge Challenger and Charger and the Chrylser 300 big sedan by the end of this year, squeezed out by stricter government fuel-economy regulations and an accelerating shift to electric vehicles to fight climate change.

A 1970 Dodge Challenger owned by the late car enthusiast Leroy Gonzalez, is parked near his office Nov. 7, 2022, in Seffner, Fla. Stellantis automobile corporation will stop making gas versions of the Dodge Challenger and Charger and the Chrylser 300 big sedan by the end of this year. (AP)
Updated on Mar 21, 2023 10:52 AM IST
AP | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Tata Nano running on solar power! Here's all we need to know

A businessman from West Bengal reportedly customised his Tata Nano car into a solar powered engine less car. The car having top speed of 80 km/hr costs only ₹30 to travel 100 kms.

Photo of Tata Nano converted into solar powered car is going viral.(Live Hindustan)
Published on Mar 20, 2023 06:03 PM IST

Days after launching low-cost EV, Volkswagen planning even cheaper car

Having just unveiled the ID. 2all, an affordable electric vehicle that’s still a couple years away from production, Volkswagen AG is making plans for an even cheaper EV.

Thomas Schaefer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Brand, presents the new ID 2 electric car model (unseen) at the Congress Center in Hamburg on March 15, 2023.(AFP)
Published on Mar 20, 2023 10:17 AM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Mercedes to pump billions into e-vehicle plants: Report

Mercedes has said it will be ready to go electric by the end of the this decade, where market conditions allow.

Mercedes is also considering expanding its U.S. plant in Tuscaloosa. (File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2023 06:34 PM IST
Reuters |

Ola e-scooter users can check live status availability of Hyperchargers. Details

According to Ola Electric CEO and co-founder Bhavish Aggarwal, this was ‘one of the topmost requested features.’

The feature will be available from Monday (Twitter/Bhavish Aggarwal)
Published on Mar 19, 2023 12:02 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Kia launches 2023 Seltos SUV: All you need to know

In its updated version, the car comes at a starting price of ₹10.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia Seltos 2023 has been launched in India
Published on Mar 18, 2023 05:14 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Baidu, Pony win permits to offer driverless robotaxi services in Beijing: Report

Baidu's Apollo service will deploy 10 fully autonomous vehicles in a technology park developed by the government of Beijing.

A car of Baidu's driverless robotaxi service Apollo Go is seen on a road in Wuhan, Hubei province, China.(Reuters file)
Published on Mar 18, 2023 04:15 PM IST
Reuters |

Maruti Suzuki launches CNG version of Brezza. Check features & specifications

Brezza is now the fourteenth car in Maruti Suzuki's lineup to be offered in CNG mode.

The CNG version of Maruti Suzuki's Brezza SUV
Published on Mar 18, 2023 12:52 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Tractor running entirely on Cow manure launched by Italy-based company

The New Holland T6 is as powerful as a diesel tractor, but it’s fueled with liquified methane. Its 49-gallon tank spews 62% less nitrous oxide and up to 15% less carbon dioxide, all while running indefinitely on the manure of roughly 75 cows.

 New Holland T6 weighs 21,000 pounds, boasts 180 horsepower.(New Holland/ Representative Image)
Published on Mar 17, 2023 06:10 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Volkswagen plans to invest in mines in bid to become global battery supplier

Europe's biggest carmaker Volkswagen wants its battery unit PowerCo to become a global battery supplier, not just produce for Volkswagen's own needs.

Volkswagen plans to build a major plant for electric vehicle batteries.(AP)
Published on Mar 17, 2023 12:33 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Czech carmaker Skoda set to exit Russian market

"The Volkswagen group has analysed various scenarios for the future of our business options in Russia," Skoda board chairman Klaus Zellmer said.

The logo of Skoda cars is seen.
Published on Mar 16, 2023 05:56 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Volkswagen brings new low-price electric car| Check details

Volkswagen ID. 2all model is one of 10 new electric models the company plans to roll out by 2026 as it sharply boosts investment in electrification and digitisation.

German carmaker Volkswagen presents its new electric ID. 2all model, an electric vehicle that costs less than 25,000 euros.(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 16, 2023 11:50 AM IST
AFP | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Honda recalling 500,000 vehicles to fix this major driver safety-related problem

Honda news: The recall covers some of the the automaker's top-selling models including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey and the 2019 Insight.

Honda says it has no reports of injuries caused by the seat belt problem .(AP)
Published on Mar 16, 2023 05:31 AM IST
AP |

BMW targets 50% all-electric sales pre-2030, hydrogen car on the list too

"We see hydrogen-electric vehicles as a meaningful complement to e-mobility, even with something of a time lag,"BMW's chief executive Oliver Zipse said.

BMW cars on display during the launch event of BMW X1 SUV in Bengaluru, (PTI/ Representative Image)
Published on Mar 15, 2023 03:10 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

‘Tesla forces to pay exorbitant price,’ suit accuses monopolising repairs, parts

Tesla owners have just one option: getting their cars serviced at the company or a network of Tesla-approved service centres using only Tesla parts, according to the complaint.

The interior of a Tesla at a Tesla showroom in Red Hook, Brooklyn in New York City. (AFP)
Published on Mar 15, 2023 10:07 AM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

'Relation positive…': Musk denies Tesla ending China's BYD battery supply deal

"That media report is false. Relations between Tesla and BYD are positive," Elon Musk said in a tweet on Tuesday.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Updated on Mar 14, 2023 08:58 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Kawasaki India launches retro-inspired Z900RS motorcycle| Check details

The Kawasaki Z900RS features a circular headlamp, a slim fuel tank, and a compact rear section. Some design elements of the Z900RS were inspired by the Z900-81, which was released in 1977.

Kawasaki Z900RS has retro light elements.(Kawasaki India)
Published on Mar 14, 2023 02:42 PM IST

Komaki launches dual battery-powered LY Pro electric scooter. Check details

The EV comes at a price of ₹1.37 lakh (ex-showroom).

Komaki LY Pro e-scooter
Published on Mar 14, 2023 12:55 AM IST
By, New Delhi

This Chinese automaker was mocked for $1.5 mn reward to fight trolls. Here's why

The plan was unveiled by company vice president Fu Xiaokang at the carmaker’s New Energy Conference.

Great Wall Motor Ltd.'s Ora Good Cat electric vehicles are charged at the company's charging station at Siam Square in Bangkok, Thailand, (Bloomberg)
Updated on Mar 13, 2023 09:16 PM IST

Hyundai inks pact to acquire GM India's manufacturing facility in Maharashtra

The proposed acquisition is subject to the signing of the Definitive Asset Purchase Agreement and fulfilment of conditions precedent and receipt of regulatory approvals from relevant government authorities and all the stakeholders related to the acquisition, Hyundai Motor India said in a statement.

Hyundai has inked a
Published on Mar 13, 2023 11:31 AM IST
PTI |
SHARE
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • ...
Story Saved
×
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
My Offers
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Start 15 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Register Free and get Exciting Deals