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Seshan Vijayraghvan is among those who chose to be an automotive journalist just for the pleasure of getting their hands on all the awesome 4-wheeled and 2-wheeled machines that comes their way. A writer by day and a reader by night, this South-Indian Mumbaikar's love for cars and bikes is as strong as his beloved filter coffee. His current desire is to procure a mint-condition Premier Padmini and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.
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Yamaha Previews Self-Balancing Tech For Motorcycles
Yamaha recently released a video showcasing its self-balancing tech called, Advanced Motorcycle Stability Assist System (AMSAS), which is fitted to an electric Yamaha R3. The two-wheeler marque says that the technology assists in stabilising the vehicle’s posture at speeds of 5 kmph or less.
Tata Motors’ Subsidiary Signs Definitive Agreement To Operate 1500 Electric Buses In Delhi
As part of the agreement, TML CV Mobility Solutions Ltd., a subsidiary of Tata Motors, will supply, operate, and maintain 1500 units of 12-metre low-floor air-conditioned electric buses for a period of 12 years. This is the largest order for electric buses placed by DTC yet.
Tata Tiago EV To Receive A Price Hike Of Up To Rs. 35,000 In January 2023
Speaking with car&bike Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles said that due to rising production costs, the company will increase the price of the Tiago EV by 3-4 per cent. However, the first 20,000 bookings will get price protection.
Maruti Suzuki Signs Agreement With Kamarajar Port Export Cars; Will Ship 20,000 Cars Annually
The agreement is for a period of 5 years, starting December 2022, and Maruti Suzuki India plans to export around 20,000 cars annually from this Port. The Company will continue to export from the Mumbai Port, Mundra Port and Pipavav Port.
India’s EV Sales In FY2023 Reaches 4,42,901 Units; Over 9X Growth Compared To FY2021
The Indian auto industry sold 48,179 EVs in Financial Year 2020-21, which increased 5-folds in FY 2021-22 to 2,37,811 units. In comparison, just the year-to-date (YTD) sale of electric vehicles in FY 2022-23 stands at 4,42,901 units, witnessing over 9x growth as against FY2021.
Piero Ferrari Sets Up Succession Plan With Trust Fund For His Stake In The Supercar Firm
Piero Ferrari has decided to set up a family trust this month which will oversee the roughly 10 per cent stake he inherited from his father, Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the supercar marque. He is the second-largest shareholder in the company.
Tata Still On Track With Plan To Launch 10 EVs In 5 Years; Will Launch Up To 2 EVs Every Year
Speaking with car&bike on the sidelines of the media drive for Tiago EV, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited said that the company is well on track to launch 10 electric vehicles over the next 5 years.
Skoda Achieves 2022 Target Of 225 Touchpoints Across India; Now Aims 250 Outlets
In addition to launching new products in the market, the Skoda’s India 2.0 strategy also included expanding its network, and for 2022 the company had set a target for 225 touchpoints. The carmaker has achieved the target, and is now on track to reach 250 touchpoints soon.
Rupee’s Growing Strength Over Yen Could Help Bring Down Material Costs, But There Are Uncertainties: R. C. Bhargava
R. C. Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India said, Indian Rupee’s increasing strength against Japanese Yen, could help bring down material costs, however, unusual events like the Russia-Ukraine crisis make it unpredictable.
Tata Motors’ Subsidiary Signs Agreement To Supply And Operate 921 Electric Buses In Bengaluru
As part of the agreement, Tata Motors' subsidiary, TML Smart City Mobility Solutions, will supply, operate, and maintain 921 units of 12-metre low-floor electric buses in Bengaluru, for a period 12 years.
Bengaluru Police Says Don’t Drink And Drive Or Things Can Get ‘MESSI’ For You
The Bengaluru Police has caught the eye of Twitterati with its latest ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ post, which references Argentina's penalty kick by Lionel Messi in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Hyundai India To Increase Car Prices From January 2023
Hyundai India has said that the price revision will take place across its model range, however, Hyundai India has not said what the quantum of the hike.
Volkswagen India To Increase Car Prices From January 2023
Volkswagen has cited rising commodity prices and upcoming regulatory changes as the reason for the impending price hike. However, the company has not revealed what the quantum of the price hike will be.
Now You Can Virtually Ride The TVS Apache RR 310 in Gameloft’s Asphalt 8: Airborne
TVS Motor Company has partnered with Gameloft for brands in India. As part of this, the TVS Apache RR 310 will feature in Gameloft’s Asphalt 8: Airborne, as one of the bikes that players can ride.
Rolls-Royce Unveils Phantom ‘The Six Elements' Limited Edition Series With Hand-Painted Sacha Jafri Artwork
The Rolls-Royce Phantom 'The Six Elements' is a series of six one-of-one Phantom Extended Series II motor cars, featuring hand-painted artwork by renowned British artist Sacha Jafri.
Tata Motors Signs MoU To Deliver 5000 Units Of The XPRES-T EVs To Everest Fleet
Tata Motors has signed an MoU with Everest Fleet Private Limited for the delivery of 5000 XPRES-T EVs for the latter's cab services. As a part of this contract, 100 cars were handed over to the company.
HOP Electric Begins OXO Electric Motorcycle Deliveries From Jaipur
HOP Electric has commenced customer deliveries for the OXO electric motorcycle in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It's from the first batch of 2,500 units that the company has begun delivering.
Audi Q2 Discontinued In India; Model Delisted From Website
Audi India has silently removed the Q2 SUV from its website, and the SUV is no longer on sale in the country. The recently launched new-gen Q3 now replaces the Q2 as the company’s entry-level SUV in the country.
Around 46 Severe Road Accidents Occurred In India Every Hour In 2021: Statistics
According to NCBR’s interim report from Police, 4,03,116 severe road accidents occurred in 2021. The road accidents led to 3,71,884 people being severely injured and caused 1,55,622 fatalities.
Tata Motors To Hike Commercial Vehicle Prices From January 2023
Come January 2023, prices of Tata’s commercial vehicles will see a hike of up to 2 per cent, and while the price increase will vary as per individual model and variant, the hike will be applicable across the entire range of CVs.
