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Industry wants GST relaxation, fuel-price guarantee for flex-fuel vehicles
The industry has sought 5 per cent GST on flex-fuel two-wheelers and a price guarantee on fuel for flex-fuel vehicles
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Five-door Jimny to be launched in Australia with ADAS features as standard
This is because of the prevailing regulations in Australia that mandate all new cars to have Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) which is a feature counted as ADAS
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Tata Motors expects EVs to be 50% of passenger vehicle sales by 2030
The company, which has set a target to attain net zero emission by 2040, said it is "spearheading this mission with the support of our Gen 3 EV architecture strategy"
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Safety features top concern for buyers while purchasing car: Survey
Crash rating of zero is the least preferred with only 6.8 per cent score, as per the survey
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TVS, Zomato form alliance to ensure greener, cheaper last-mile mobility
As a part of the partnership, TVS will develop electricity-powered two-wheelers which will be used by Zomato delivery personnel
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India produces 27 mn vehicles, valued at $108-bn in FY23: Report
Within the passenger vehicle segment, according to the report, the mid-size and full-size SUV sub-segments accounted for over half of the value
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Triumph's Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X unveiled, India-launch on July 5
These bikes are likely to heat up competition for the market leader in the segment, Royal Enfield
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FAME subsidy cut, subsequent price hike take e-scooter sales down 61% MoM
The dip in sales has come after electric two-wheeler manufacturers hiked the prices of their products by 15-18 per cent
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Third edition of electric vehicle innovation challenge by iCreate launched
"This year, our focus is on developing components for four-wheelers as well as heavy vehicles, such as earthmovers and mining trucks," said Punekar
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Electric 2-wheeler industry to keep growing at robust pace: TVS Motor
The company on its part would expand its electric portfolio to cater to different sets of customers. It currently sells electric two-wheelers under the iQUBE brand
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Riding on rising demand for CNG vehicles, Tata aims to double its sales
Currently, Tata offers its Tiago, Tigor, and Altroz with a CNG option. With its CNG vehicles, Tata is betting on the mass market that looks for affordable fuel options
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Kia India recalls over 30k units of Carens for software update
The company has initiated the recall campaign for vehicle inspection and, if required, a free-of-cost software update is also provided
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With Kia Seltos facelift in sight, dealers offer discounts to clear stock
To woo customers, dealerships are also offering additional accessories such as floor mats and decorative parts like chrome elements free of cost
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Hacker finds secret 'Elon Mode' for hands-free driving in Tesla vehicles
A Tesla software hacker discovered a secret feature called "Elon Mode," which could be Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla's own supersecret driver mode. This enables hands-free automobile driving
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Punjab announces Rs 300 cr incentive to promote use of electric vehicles
Punjab's transport minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has said the state government will provide incentives worth around Rs 300 crore in the next three years
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Two states breach NITI Aayog's e3W target seven years ahead of plan
4 others remain close on the heels of target
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Volkswagen offering up to Rs 1.40 lakh discounts on Taigun and Virtus
It is likely that buyers can avail of discounts over and above these offers as they finalise their purchase
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Hyundai declares target of selling 2 mn EVs by 2030, to invest $85 bn
The latest goal of the South Korean car manufacturer is an update from its earlier target of selling 1.87 million EVs by 2030
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Olx Group lays off 800 employees worldwide, shuts down some markets
Prosus's online marketplace and classifieds business arm, Olx Group has laid off approximately 800 employees worldwide and shut down its automotive division in some markets
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Riding your 2-wheeler without a helmet? Ola's upcoming tech won't allow it
Ola is not the only company making advances in this technology. TVS also recently announced that it was working to build a camera-based helmet reminder system