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20Jun By editor3No Comments

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Uber Green electric cabs launched in Kolkata

Kolkata, June 202,2024. Uber on Thursday announced the launch of its flagship electric vehicle service, Uber Green, in Kolkata, marking a step towards eco-friendly urban transportation. Uber becomes the second ride-hailing service provider to offer electric vehicles in the city, following Snap E, another brand operating with an all-EV fleet. "Enhancing the air quality in Kolkata is a shared duty we all must embrace. I commend Uber for introducing 'Uber Green' in Kolkata, a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions in our city," West Bengal Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty said.

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20Jun By editor3No Comments

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Tata Motors announces price increase of its commercial vehicles from July 2024

Mumbai, June 2024. Tata Motors announced that it will increase the price of its commercial vehicles effective 1st July 2024, up to 2%. The price increase is to offset the impact of rising commodity prices. It will be applicable across the entire range of commercial vehicles, and will vary as per individual model and variant.

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17Jun By editor3No Comments

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India’s No. 1 SUV Tata Nexon celebrates 7Lakh Sales milestone and its 7th Anniversary with Price benefits up to Rs. 1 lakh

Mumbai, June 2024. Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive manufacturer,is celebrating 7 lakh unit sales of India’s No. 1 SUV – Nexon, in its 7thyear. Launched in 2017, Nexon has achieved the distinction of being India’s largest selling SUV for three consecutive years from 2021 to 2023. Nexon was India’s 1st GNCAP 5 star rated vehicle in 2018, which set the benchmark for all Indian automobiles to follow. The legacy has continued ever since. In Feb 2024, the new gen Nexon received its GNCAP 5 star rating as per the enhanced 2022 protocol, which was soon followed with the Nexon.ev achieving the prestigious 5-star rating from Bharat-NCAP, this month. Winner of 41 coveted awards, the Nexon’s stellar performance is evident in its accelerated sales growth, with over 3 lakhs units sold i...

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13Jun By editor3No Comments

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Upgrade Your Commute: 5 reasons to opt for the Tata Magic Bi-Fuel

Jaipur, June 13, 2024. From the bustling streets of Uttar Pradesh to the diverse terrains of Kerala, the Tata Magic has successfully transported lakhs of passengers across the country on their last mile journeys. To further enhance this experience, the company recently launched the Tata Magic Bi-Fuel. Seamlessly blending trusted performance with a range of value-added features, this vehicle caters to the evolving needs and preferences of both drivers and passengers. Here are 5 reasons that make the recently launched Tata Magic Bi-Fuel an ideal choice for passengers and drivers alike. Innovative iCNG Technology: The Magic Bi-Fuel comes equipped with Tata Motors' advanced iCNG technology, ensuring a seamless switch between CNG and petrol. This not only saves time but also reduces fu...

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13Jun By editor3No Comments

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Punch.ev is India’s first and safest EV, receives 5-star safety ratings with highest ever scores from Bharat-NCAP

Mumbai, 13th June, 2024. Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors and the pioneer of India’s EV revolution, in a significant announcement today declared that the Punch.ev and the Nexon.ev have achieved the 5 star Bharat-NCAP safety rating. While the Punch.ev set a major milestone by receiving the highest ever scores achieved by any vehicle till date – 31.46/32 and 45/49 points for adult occupant protection (AOP) and child occupant protection (COP) respectively, the Nexon.ev scored 29.86/32 and 44.95/49 points for AOP and COP respectively. With this, Tata Motors is now the only OEM with the safest range of SUV portfolio scoring 5-stars across Bharat-NCAP and Global-NCAP tests. Mr. Nitin Gadkari – Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India,...

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13Jun By editor3No Comments

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Skoda Auto India Celebrates 129 Years with Skoda Drive of Belief Campaign Invites Individuals to Share Their Story of Growth

Mumbai, June 13, 2024. Škoda Auto's journey commenced 129 years ago when Václav Laurin and Václav Klement started making bicycles in 1895, laying the foundation for the company's enduring legacy that would see it reach significant milestones such as the introduction of the L&K Voiturette A in 1905. Fast forward to 2023, Škoda Auto achieved a remarkable feat, selling over 860,000 cars globally, with India emerging as the fourth largest market. Today, as Škoda Auto India honours this rich heritage, it introduces the Škoda Drive of Belief campaign – an initiative that isn't just about looking back, but about embracing the spirit of perseverance and innovation that's defined Škoda's journey. It's a celebration of overcoming challenges and personal growth, while inviting everyone to shar...

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12Jun By editor3No Comments

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Magenta Mobility Deepens Collaboration with Tata Motors

Mumbai, June, 2024. Magenta Mobility, an integrated electric mobility solutions provider, solidifies its partnership with Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, with the deployment of over 100 units of Tata Ace EV which include over 60 units of Ace EV and over 40 units of the recently launched Ace EV 1000. This deployment is part of the MoU inked between the two entities in October 2023, which targeted 500 units of the revolutionary Tata Ace EV. Mr. Maxson Lewis, Founder & CEO of Magenta Mobility, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to deepen our collaboration with Tata Motors, furthering our commitment to delivering safe, smart, and sustainable mobility solutions across India. The deployment of 100+ Tata Ace EVs marks ...

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10Jun By editor3No Comments

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Passenger vehicle retail sales dip 1 pc in May as excessive heat, elections impact demand: FADA

New Delhi, June 10, 2024. Domestic passenger vehicle retail sales declined 1 per cent year-on-year in May, as blistering summer heat and elections impacted demand, automobile dealers' body FADA said on Monday. Passenger vehicle registrations dipped to 3,03,358 units last month, as compared with 3,35,123 units in May 2023. "Dealers cited the impact of elections, extreme heat and market liquidity issues as major factors for the dip in sales last month," the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) President Manish Raj Singhania said.

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7Jun By editor3No Comments

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Tata Motors launches Altroz Racer

Mumbai, June 07, 2024. Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive manufacturer, today announced the launch of the Altroz Racer - the sporty avatar of the company’s premium hatchback. The performance aspect in the Altroz goes several notches higher with the introduction of the 1.2 L Turbo petrol engine. Elevated with the race car inspired exterior and interior look coupled with a power of 120 Ps @ 5500 rpm and torque of 170 Nm @ 1750 to 4000 rpm, this sporty evolution of the Altrozpromises an experience of pure exhilaration with every drive. Replete with features, the Racer will be the top of line version of the Altroz with 360 degree camera, 26.03 cm infotainment touchscreen, ventilated seats and 6 airbags (standard in Racer). It is the only hatchback to offer a 6 speed manual gearbox t...

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7Jun By editor3No Comments

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Tata Motors passenger vehicle sales in rural market grows 4 times in 5 years

Jaipur, June  2024. Tata Motors, India's leading automobile manufacturer, sustained impressive sales performance in rural areas in FY24, which contributed to 40% of its overall passenger vehicle sales. The popularity of Tata Motors' New Forever range of cars and SUVs has risen among rural consumers, with 70% customer being first-time car buyers. With growing infrastructure, digital accessibility and purchasing power, the aspirations gap of rural and urban customers is reducing. Segmental shifts: Strong New Forever range of Tata cars and SUV offerings available in multi powertrain options (petrol, diesel, CNG and EVs) gives the customer the freedom of choice to choose from what best suits their needs. Tata SUV sales have grown from 35% to 70% in rural market Alternate f...

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7Jun By editor3No Comments

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CHAMPIONING SUSTAINABILITY, HERO MOTOCORP BECOMES 100% ZERO-WASTE-TO-LANDFILL

New Delhi, June 2024 Hero MotoCorp – the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters – has emerged as a champion of sustainability, with all its eight facilities – including all the six manufacturing plants - in India being certified as ‘Zero-Waste-to-Landfill’(ZWL). Making this announcement on the occasion of the World Environment Day,Niranjan Gupta, CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said “Sustainability is a commitment in our journey to be an environment-friendly business.  Our zero-waste-to-landfill policy is rooted in our belief that to be a sustainable business, manufacturing with an unflinching commitment to the environment is as important as providing quality and fuel-efficient products and creating an engaging customer experience,” says. “Abooming economy with its ever...

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1Jun By editor3No Comments

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Tata Motors registered total sales of 76,766 units in May 2024

Mumbai, June 01, 2024. Tata Motors Limited sales in the domestic & international market for May 2024 stood at 76,766 vehicles, compared to 74,973 units during May 2023. Domestic Sales Performance: CategoryMay 2024May 2023% change (Y-o-Y)Total Domestic Sales75,17373,4482% Commercial Vehicles: CategoryMay 2024May 2023Growth (Y-o-Y)HCV Trucks7,9248,160-3%ILMCV Trucks4,4783,45030%Passenger Carriers4,7373,87422%SCV cargo and pickup11,33712,086-6%CV Domestic28,47627,5703%CV IB1,2151,419-14%Total CV29,69128,9892% Domestic sale of MH&ICV in May2024, including trucks and buses, stood at 12,987 units, compared to11,776 units in May 2023. Total sales for MH&ICV Domestic & International Business in May 2024, including trucks and buses, stood at 13,532 units com...

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1Jun By editor3No Comments

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Sells 25,273 units in May 2024, Records 24% Growth

Bangalore, 01 June 2024. Underpinning its robust and steady performance, TKM reported monthly growth by registering sales of 25,273 units in the month of May’2024. This represents a Year-on-Year growth of 24% compared to May 2023, when the company sold 20,410 units. In the month of May, domestic sales reached 23,959 units, complemented by an additional 1,314 units exported. The company also posted a growth of 23% over the month of April’ 2024, which saw sales of 20,494 units.  Furthermore, this achievement also marks a notable 48% surge in the first five months of CY 2024, with total sales reaching 1,22,776 units, up from 82,763 units in the same period during the previous year. Sales Performance: TimeframeMay - 2024May - 2023GrowthY-o-Y25,27320,41024% TimeframeJanuary ...

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31May By editor3No Comments

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HERO MOTOCORP LAUNCHES THE LATEST GENERATION SPLENDOR+

New Delhi, May 31, 2024 Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has launched the latest generation of the iconic Splendor – the Splendor+XTEC 2.0 – to celebrating the 30th anniversary of the world’s highest-selling motorcycle. Thispremium and tech-laden Splendor keeps its iconic design while integrating modern elements such as LED headlights with HIPL (High Intensity Position Lamp), a unique H-shaped signature tail lamp that givesit a distinctive appearance and multiple convenience & safety features. Showcasing its all-around dominance,the motorcycle boasts excellent fuelefficiency of 73 kmpl. The Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 includes a digital speedometer with Eco-indicator for better fuel efficiency, RTMI (Real Time Mileage indicator), Bluetooth co...

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30May By editor3No Comments

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Nissan warns owners of older vehicles not to drive them due to risk of exploding air bag inflators

New Delhi, May 30, 2024. Nissan is urging the owners of about 84,000 older vehicles to stop driving them because their Takata air bag inflators have an increased risk of exploding in a crash and hurling dangerous metal fragments. Wednesday’s urgent request comes after one person in a Nissan was killed by an exploding front-passenger inflator, and as many as 58 people were injured since 2015. “Due to the age of the vehicles equipped with defective Takata air bag inflators, there is an increased risk the inflator could explode during an air bag deployment, propelling sharp metal fragments which can cause serious injury or death,” Nissan said in a statement. Nissan said the “do not drive” warning covers certain 2002 through 2006 Sentra small cars, as well as some 2002 through 2004...

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23May By editor3No Comments

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The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition debuts in India

Gurugram, May 23, 2024. The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition has been launched in India today. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the limited edition is exclusively available at the BMW Online shop from today onwards. The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition is available at an attractive ex-showroom price of INR 46,90,000. Price prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Ex-showroom prices inclusive of GST (incl. compensation cess) as applicable but exclude Road Tax, Tax Collected at Source (TCS), RTO statutory taxes/fees, other local tax cess levies and insurance. Price / options are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact an authorised BMW dealer. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is available in two exciting colours - Alpine White (no...

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21May By editor3No Comments

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New BMW S 1000 XR launched in India at Rs 22.50 lakh

New Delhi, May 21, 2024. The new BMW S 1000 XR was launched in India today at Rs 22.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Available as a completely built-up unit (CBU), this motorcycle can be booked at all BMW Motorrad India-authorised dealerships. Available in three colour options (Blackstorm metallic, Gravityblue metallic with Style Sports and Lightwhite solid paint/Motorsport with M Package), the BMW S 1000 XR employs a reworked in-line 4-cylinder engine, which generates a peak output of 170hp and a maximum torque of 114Nm. The motorcycle sprints from 0-100kmph in 3.25 seconds and can achieve a maximum speed of 253kmph.

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21May By editor3No Comments

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Audi India launches Audi Q7 Bold Edition

Mumbai, May 2024. Audi, the German luxury car manufacturer, today announced the launch of the Audi Q7 Bold Edition featuring a striking black design that radiates elegance and sophistication. The Bold Edition boasts a gloss black grille, black Audi rings in the front and rear, black window surrounds, black ORVMs and black roof rails. Priced at INR 97,84,000, this Bold Edition is certain to be coveted by Audi enthusiasts seeking an individualistic expression. With limited units available, the Audi Q7 Bold Edition will be offered in four exterior colors: Glacier White, Mythos Black, Navarra Blue & Samurai Grey Commenting on the launch, Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India said, “The Audi Q7 has been an icon in Audi's Q family, merging remarkable driving dynamics with inc...

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21May By editor3No Comments

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Exicom launches India’s Fastest DC Charger, Engineered to Make EV Charging Experience Effortless

New Delhi, May 21, 2024. Exicom, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and Critical Power solutions in India, today announced the launch of India's fastest DC Chargers up to 400kW. The newly launched Harmony Gen 1.5 DC Fast Chargers are bundled with a range of advanced features including an advanced AI-driven remote management system, high operational efficiency, integrated ambient lighting, and many features focusing on improving customer charging experience which is often overlooked and is the biggest concern for first time users. Harmony g1.5 is available in three frame sizes, and its modular construction offers power outputs from 60 kW to 400 kW. Exicom introduces its upgraded line of DC chargers with a focus on user-centric design and functionality, emphasizing an...

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20May By editor3No Comments

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2024 Bajaj Pulsar F250 launched at Rs 1.51 lakh — same price as Pulsar N250

New Delhi, May 20, 2024. Bajaj Auto has been bringing new updates to their lineup and now they have launched the 2024 Bajaj Pulsar F250 in India. The updated bike has hit dealerships and is offered at an ex-showroom Delhi price of Rs 1,50,891, which is a small premium of Rs 851 over the previous generation Pulsar F250. Interestingly, even the price difference between the old and new Pulsar N250 was the same. Bajaj had hinted at the possibility of an update to the Pulsar F250 during the Pulsar NS400Z launch. The 2024 Pulsar F250 comes with quite a few  changes to its features and underpinnings. That said, it does not get the inverted fork which the Pulsar N250 has, which is disappointing.   One of the first changes that can be easily noticed is the addition of new graphics. The bla...

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20May By editor3No Comments

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First Israeli auto firm sets up manufacturing unit in India

New Delhi, May 20, 2024. EVR Motors, an Israel-based innovator specializing in high power-density electric motors, today announced the inauguration of its new greenfield plant in Manesar, Haryana, under its subsidiary, I.EVR Motors. This facility marks a significant milestone as the first manufacturing operation in India for an Israeli automotive firm and will play a pivotal role in the company's global production strategy. The Manesar plant will produce trapezoidal geometry coils, a patented key component of EVR's Trapezoidal Stator Radial Flux Permanent Magnet (RFPM) motor technology. These coils are essential for EVR's electric motors, known for being smaller, lighter, and more cost-effective while maintaining the flexibility to meet diverse customer needs. The highly-automated...

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20May By editor3No Comments

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Mahindra Collaborates with Santanu Hazarika and Nought One to Showcase XUV 3XO Inspired Streetwear Collection

Mumbai, May 20, 2024. Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, has teamed up with artists Santanu Hazarika and Abhishek Paatni of Nought One to showcase a streetwear collection that draws inspiration from the design and colors of the Mahindra XUV 3XO. The collection was introduced at the XUV 3XO ‘Tech Fashion Tour’, an Exhibit Property, held in Mumbai, featuring youth icon and Bollywood star Siddhant Chaturvedi, famous for his power-packed performances, as the showstopper. His presence added star power to the event, underscoring Mahindra’s innovative approach to connecting with new-age customers. Design elements from the XUV 3XO, like its distinctive diamond inserts and logo, have been creatively adapted into the apparel, linking the pieces directly to the SUV’...

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17May By editor3No Comments

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TVS Apache RTR 160 Series gets Black Edition, priced from Rs 1.20 lakh

New Delhi, May 17, 2024. TVS Motor Company has launched the Black Edition for the Apache RTR 160 and Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycles. Bringing in an all black colour theme, the two motorcycles are priced from Rs 1.20 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Apache RTR 160 and Rs 1.25 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Apache RTR 160 4V. Both the Black Edition motorcycles feature a glossy black finish, with a black TVS Apache logo on the fuel tank. The black colour extends to the mudguards, body panels and the exhaust as well. Mechanically and in terms of the features, the two motorcycles are exactly the same as the standard variants. The TVS Apache RTR 160 2V uses the 160cc motor which puts out 15.82bhp in Sport mode, with the Rain and Urban modes keeping the motor output reduced. The Apache RTR 160 4V m...

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