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ChatGPT in vehicles? General Motors explores using Microsoft's AI tool for cars

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Published on Mar 11, 2023 07:10 AM IST

"ChatGPT is going to be in everything," GM Vice President Scott Miller said in an interview last week.

Reuters | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Hyundai Motor says various options under review for sanctions-hit Russia plant

Hyundai Motor, which together with affiliate Kia Corp 000270.KS is among the world's top 10 biggest automakers by sales, builds about 200,000 vehicles per year in Russia, about 4% of its global production capacity.

South Korea-based Hyundai Motor(MINT_PRINT)

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Published on Mar 10, 2023 12:43 PM IST

Reuters | | Edited by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Now, pre-book rides with Uber up to 90 days in advance. Check details

Uber has updated its Uber Reserve feature, which was launched in November last year, and allows customers to pre-book rides up to 30 days in advance.

Uber Reserve was launched in November 2022 (Representational Image)

technology

Published on Mar 09, 2023 03:54 PM IST

ByHT News Desk, New Delhi

India installs 'world's first' bamboo crash barrier| 5 points

The bamboo crash barrier will be an alternative to steel and will be environmentally friendly. The recycling value of the bamboo crash barrier is 50-70%, while that of steel barriers is 30-50%.

The 200-meter long bamboo crash barrier is christened as

car bike

Updated on Mar 09, 2023 03:28 PM IST

BySingh Rahul Sunilkumar

Mercedes-Benz India to hike prices by ₹2-12 lakh across models from April 1

Mercedes-Benz India said, apart from the Rupee depreciation compared to the Euro, there has been an increase in input costs including logistics, which have been exerting significant pressure on the company's overall operational cost.

Mercedes-Benz recently launched its much-awaited EV EQS 580 for the domestic market.

car bike

Published on Mar 09, 2023 02:29 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Explained: What are e-fuels, and can they help make cars CO2-free?

E-fuels are not yet produced at scale. The world's first commercial plant opened in Chile in 2021, backed by Porsche and aiming to produce 550 million litres per year.

People display placards promoting so-called e-fuels (electricity made from renewable energies used for cars).(AFP)

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Published on Mar 09, 2023 11:31 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

US agency launches probe amid reports of Tesla steering wheels falling off

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Wednesday it is launching a special crash-investigation team to probe the February 18 crash involving a Tesla Model S and a ladder truck.

The interior of a Tesla at a Tesla showroom in Red Hook, Brooklyn in New York City. (AFP)

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Updated on Mar 09, 2023 03:55 AM IST

AP | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Hyundai launches Alcazar SUV with turbo petrol engine. Check details

The 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine replaces the 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit in the existing models.

Hyundai's Alcazar with 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine

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Published on Mar 08, 2023 04:09 PM IST

ByHT News Desk, New Delhi

Audi launches electric mountain bike: All you need to know

The German manufacturer has launched the vehicle as part of its Genuine Accessories range.

Audi's electric mountain bike (Image courtesy: shops.audi.com)

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Published on Mar 08, 2023 12:03 PM IST

ByHT News Desk, New Delhi

Amazon's Zoox robotaxi under scanner over self-certification| Details

The Zoox robotaxi - built as a fully autonomous vehicle from scratch rather than retrofitting existing cars for self-driving - comes without a steering wheel or pedals and has room for four passengers, with two facing each other.

Zoox, a self-driving vehicle owned by Amazon, is seen at the company's factory in Fremont, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

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Published on Mar 07, 2023 03:36 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Tesla may start producing electric cars in Mexico next year: Report

Mexican officials have said the factory will be the world's biggest to produce electric vehicles, with investment worth $5 billion.

Electric automobiles charge at Tesla Inc. supercharger points at Ullevaal stadium in Oslo, Norway. (Bloomberg)

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Published on Mar 07, 2023 05:54 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Tesla slashes prices of Model S and X for second time in 2023

Tesla car prices: The Model S and X now start at $89,990 and $99,990 in the US, down a respective 5.3% and 9.1%, according to Tesla’s website.

Tesla Model X electric car will now start at $99,990 in the US.(Reuters)

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Updated on Mar 06, 2023 07:00 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Shobhit Gupta

Germany, EU pursue 'constructive' talks on deal to ban combustion engines

Germany has put pressure on the commission, the EU’s executive arm, to come forward with a proposal that would allow combustion cars running exclusively on so-called e-fuels to continue to be sold after cut-off date.

Decarbonizing transport is seen as a key pillar of the EU’s goal to cut emissions by 55% this decade on the way to climate neutrality by 2050.(AP)

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Updated on Mar 05, 2023 11:49 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Tesla recalls 3,470 Model Y vehicles over loose bolts

Elon Musk's Tesla will inspect bolts securing second-row driver-side and passenger-side seat back frames to the lower seat frames and if needed tighten them to specifications.

Visitors check a Tesla Model 3 car next to a Model Y displayed at a showroom.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Mar 05, 2023 02:47 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Tata Motors crosses 50 lakh passenger vehicle production milestone

"This journey, from each million to the next, has been one replete with its fair share of ups and downs," Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Managing Director Shailesh Chandra said in a statement.

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Published on Mar 03, 2023 08:03 PM IST

PTI | , New Delhi

Alphabet's Waymo slashes 137 jobs in second round of layoffs this year: Report

Waymo has eliminated some engineering roles as part of the cuts to "focus on commercial success."

A sign is posted on the exterior of a Waymo office on March 01, 2023 in Mountain View, California. (AFP )

car bike

Published on Mar 03, 2023 07:46 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Tesla stock plunges 6% after Elon Musk's 'master plan' fails to impress: Report

Tesla shares fell as much as 6.8% to $189 in after-hours trading.

Tesla founder Elon Musk attends Offshore Northern Seas 2022 in Stavanger, Norway. (File/Reuters)

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Published on Mar 02, 2023 10:43 AM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

China's Wuling Motors unveils Bingo, an e-hatchback with inflatable airbed

The model will be launched in the country later this year, and is likely to be priced between 70,000-100,000 Yuan (approx ₹8.29 lakh- ₹11.60 lakh).

car bike

Published on Mar 01, 2023 11:57 AM IST

ByHT News Desk, New Delhi

Tesla to build new electric car factory worth over $5 billion in this country

President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said "the whole Tesla company" was coming to Mexico to build a "very big" automotive plant.

Elon Musk speaks during a delivery event for Tesla China-made Model 3 cars at its factory in Shanghai, China (File/REUTERS)

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Published on Mar 01, 2023 09:09 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Passenger vehicle sales to grow 9%-10% in 2024: Report

Higher incomes and a strong order book driven by pent-up demand, especially for sport utility vehicles (SUVs), will support domestic growth even as exports remain sluggish, helping vehicle sales touch a record of 5 million units in the next fiscal year, Crisil Ratings said.

SUVs are expected to nearly double their share in overall domestic sales to roughly 55% in fiscal 2024 from about 28% in fiscal 2018.

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Published on Feb 28, 2023 02:57 PM IST

Reuters |

Hyundai Creta, Bajaj Pulsar are most popular car and bike in 2022: Report

As per the report, the SUV segment topped the chart in 4-wheelers.

Hyundai Creta and Bajaj Pulsar have been rated as India's most popular car and bike in 2022 as per a study. (File)

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Updated on Feb 28, 2023 09:52 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Elon Musk may announce plan to build Tesla's affordable electric car this week

The low-priced car is expected to be the centerpiece of Musk's 'Master Plan Part Three', which he will offer at an 'Investor Day' on Wednesday, along with plans for factory expansion and capital spending.

Expanding into the mass market is critical to meeting Tesla's goal to increase vehicle deliveries 15-fold - to 20 million - by 2030. (REUTERS)

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Published on Feb 27, 2023 06:35 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Yagya Sharma

This SUV from Maruti Suzuki has over 90,000 pending orders, demand still soaring

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has a starting price of ₹10.45 lakh to ₹19.90 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi). This SUV gives a mileage of approx. 27.97kpl.

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is competing with Hyundai Creta, Kia Celtos and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder(Auto HT)

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Published on Feb 26, 2023 05:50 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Honda to expand CB350 lineup with Cafe Racer bike| Check price, features

This Honda motorcycle expected to be priced at an ex-showroom price of around ₹2 lakhs will compete in its class with the Jawa 42 and the Royal Enfield Hutter 350

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Published on Feb 26, 2023 01:27 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Tesla, GM among carmakers flocking to mining events to secure supplies for EVs

It’s unusual for massive end-users of raw commodities, like auto manufacturers, machinery producers or aerospace companies, to attend large mining conferences. But the huge demand for raw materials to support the electrification of those industries is changing that.

Electric car company Tesla(Getty Images via AFP)

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Published on Feb 25, 2023 05:50 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Maruti car buyers face up to 10-month waiting period| Details

The Maruti models delayed for more than three months range from the WagonR to the Eeco, Ertiga, and Brezza. WagonR has a four-month waiting period.

car bike

Published on Feb 25, 2023 04:12 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

German auto firm scraps solo-electric car, fires 300 employees: Report

Sono plans to retrofit third-party vehicles with its solar technology and counts Volkswagen AG’s Scania and MAN Truck & Bus among its customers. It’s been touting a kit to outfit combustion-engine buses with solar panels to save diesel fuel.

The Sion, a boxy hatchback covered in solar cells for charging on the go, was due to go into production this year(Sono Motors)

car bike

Published on Feb 25, 2023 11:46 AM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Aryan Prakash

Uber says Delhi's move to allow only e-bike taxis may affect over 1 lakh riders

Delhi government's latest move marks the country's ambitious transition to electric vehicles and clean energy mobility.

An UberMoto ride at Connaught Place in New Delhi on Monday. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)

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Published on Feb 25, 2023 07:02 AM IST

ByRitu Maria Johny | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar

Ford extends electric F-150 plant shutdown to fourth week

Ford Motor Co. is extending the shutdown of its F-150 Lightning pickup plant for a fourth week as it works to resolve a problem that caused a battery fire in one of the electric trucks.

People walk by a Ford Escape SUV displayed during the media day for the Shanghai auto show in Shanghai.(REUTERS/ Representative Image)

car bike

Published on Feb 24, 2023 10:56 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Tata's Harrier, Safari SUVs to have ADAS feature | Details

Tata motors have introduced Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in Harrier and Safari SUVs to rack up its safety measures.

The 2023 Tata Harrier and Safari Dark Editions arrive at Auto Expo 2023 with feature upgrades including ADAS

car bike

Published on Feb 24, 2023 04:46 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

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"ChatGPT is going to be in everything," GM Vice President Scott Miller said in an interview last week.

Hyundai Motor, which together with affiliate Kia Corp 000270.KS is among the world's top 10 biggest automakers by sales, builds about 200,000 vehicles per year in Russia, about 4% of its global production capacity.

Uber has updated its Uber Reserve feature, which was launched in November last year, and allows customers to pre-book rides up to 30 days in advance.

The bamboo crash barrier will be an alternative to steel and will be environmentally friendly. The recycling value of the bamboo crash barrier is 50-70%, while that of steel barriers is 30-50%.

Mercedes-Benz India said, apart from the Rupee depreciation compared to the Euro, there has been an increase in input costs including logistics, which have been exerting significant pressure on the company's overall operational cost.

E-fuels are not yet produced at scale. The world's first commercial plant opened in Chile in 2021, backed by Porsche and aiming to produce 550 million litres per year.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Wednesday it is launching a special crash-investigation team to probe the February 18 crash involving a Tesla Model S and a ladder truck.

The 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine replaces the 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit in the existing models.

The German manufacturer has launched the vehicle as part of its Genuine Accessories range.

The Zoox robotaxi - built as a fully autonomous vehicle from scratch rather than retrofitting existing cars for self-driving - comes without a steering wheel or pedals and has room for four passengers, with two facing each other.

Mexican officials have said the factory will be the world's biggest to produce electric vehicles, with investment worth $5 billion.

Tesla car prices: The Model S and X now start at $89,990 and $99,990 in the US, down a respective 5.3% and 9.1%, according to Tesla’s website.

Germany has put pressure on the commission, the EU’s executive arm, to come forward with a proposal that would allow combustion cars running exclusively on so-called e-fuels to continue to be sold after cut-off date.

Elon Musk's Tesla will inspect bolts securing second-row driver-side and passenger-side seat back frames to the lower seat frames and if needed tighten them to specifications.

"This journey, from each million to the next, has been one replete with its fair share of ups and downs," Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Managing Director Shailesh Chandra said in a statement.

Waymo has eliminated some engineering roles as part of the cuts to "focus on commercial success."

Tesla shares fell as much as 6.8% to $189 in after-hours trading.

The model will be launched in the country later this year, and is likely to be priced between 70,000-100,000 Yuan (approx ₹8.29 lakh- ₹11.60 lakh).

President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said "the whole Tesla company" was coming to Mexico to build a "very big" automotive plant.

Higher incomes and a strong order book driven by pent-up demand, especially for sport utility vehicles (SUVs), will support domestic growth even as exports remain sluggish, helping vehicle sales touch a record of 5 million units in the next fiscal year, Crisil Ratings said.

As per the report, the SUV segment topped the chart in 4-wheelers.

The low-priced car is expected to be the centerpiece of Musk's 'Master Plan Part Three', which he will offer at an 'Investor Day' on Wednesday, along with plans for factory expansion and capital spending.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has a starting price of ₹10.45 lakh to ₹19.90 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi). This SUV gives a mileage of approx. 27.97kpl.

This Honda motorcycle expected to be priced at an ex-showroom price of around ₹2 lakhs will compete in its class with the Jawa 42 and the Royal Enfield Hutter 350

It’s unusual for massive end-users of raw commodities, like auto manufacturers, machinery producers or aerospace companies, to attend large mining conferences. But the huge demand for raw materials to support the electrification of those industries is changing that.

The Maruti models delayed for more than three months range from the WagonR to the Eeco, Ertiga, and Brezza. WagonR has a four-month waiting period.

Sono plans to retrofit third-party vehicles with its solar technology and counts Volkswagen AG’s Scania and MAN Truck & Bus among its customers. It’s been touting a kit to outfit combustion-engine buses with solar panels to save diesel fuel.

Delhi government's latest move marks the country's ambitious transition to electric vehicles and clean energy mobility.

Ford Motor Co. is extending the shutdown of its F-150 Lightning pickup plant for a fourth week as it works to resolve a problem that caused a battery fire in one of the electric trucks.

Tata motors have introduced Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in Harrier and Safari SUVs to rack up its safety measures.

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