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April Auto Sales Boom: Domestic Retailers Witness 27% Surge in Sales (Headline)

April Auto Sales Boom: Domestic Retailers Witness 27% Surge in Sales (Headline) Total vehicle retail sales in India rose 27 per cent year-on-year to 22,06,070 units in April as all segments, including passenger vehicles and two-wheelers, witnessed growth, industry body FADA said on Wednesday. The overall vehicle registrations stood at 17,40,649 units in April 2023. Passenger vehicle retail sales rose 16 per cent to 3,35,123 units last month as compared to 2,89,056 units in the same month last ye

8 May 2024 1:03 pm
Indian auto retail sector records 27 pc YoY growth in April: FADA

Indian auto retail sector records 27 pc YoY growth in April: FADA The Indian auto retail sector recorded a robust 27 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth for April 2024, according to Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) Vehicle Retail Data. The report highlights positive market sentiments, driven by stable fuel prices, a positive monsoon outlook, festive demand, and the marriage season. According to FADA President Manish Raj Singhania, the two-wheeler (2W), three-wheeler (3W), pass

8 May 2024 10:32 am
Semi-automatic gun ban nixed in Colorado's Democratic-controlled statehouse after historic progress

Semi-automatic gun ban nixed in Colorado's Democratic-controlled statehouse after historic progress A sweeping bill to ban the sale and transfer of semi-automatic firearms was nixed in Colorado's Democratic-controlled Legislature on Tuesday as lawmakers pressed forward with a slew of other gun control bills on the 25th anniversary year of the Columbine High School massacre. The western state has a deep history with firearms that is pockmarked by some of the most high-profile mass shootings natio

8 May 2024 3:50 am
New Headline: Gurgaon Traffic Police Impose Dress Code for Auto Drivers to Improve Road Safety

New Headline: Gurgaon Traffic Police Impose Dress Code for Auto Drivers to Improve Road Safety Action will be taken against auto drivers who don't wear uniforms and display unique identity badges, police said on Tuesday. According to a letter issued on Monday by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) traffic Virender Vij, May 20 has been set as the deadline for the auto drivers to comply with the order. ''All the presidents of the auto unions of district Gurugram are informed that by May 20 all the

7 May 2024 7:27 pm
US seeks answers from Tesla in Autopilot recall probe

US seeks answers from Tesla in Autopilot recall probe U.S. auto safety investigators are seeking detailed answers and documents from Tesla in a probe into the automaker's December recall of more than 2 million vehicles to install new Autopilot safeguards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said last month it was investigating after receiving reports of 20 crashes involving vehicles that had the Autopilot software updates installed under Tesla's recall. The agency's letter

7 May 2024 4:07 pm
Growth of automotive sector demonstrates potential of SA: President

Growth of automotive sector demonstrates potential of SA: President In his weekly newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the growth of South Africa's automotive sector is a demonstration of he potential of South Africa as an investment destination. The President said 2023 was a milestone year for South Africa's automotive sector with the sixth millionth South African built vehicle exported with new vehicle exports reaching nearly 400 000. These figures are significant for a number of reason

7 May 2024 3:31 pm
Tightened regulations drive up two-wheeler prices: Bajaj Auto MD Rajiv Bajaj

Tightened regulations drive up two-wheeler prices: Bajaj Auto MD Rajiv Bajaj Bajaj Auto Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj on Friday asserted that ''over regulation'' in the two-wheeler segment has led to increase in the prices of vehicles which are mainly used by the masses. While acknowledging the benefits of the latest emission norms for the society, he noted that the government should consider reducing GST rates on two-wheelers from the current rate of 28 per cent. ''This kind of dramatic change

3 May 2024 10:32 pm
Strengthening capacity of Thailand's automotive sector would help build resilience: ILO report

Strengthening capacity of Thailand's automotive sector would help build resilience: ILO report Strengthening the capacity of Thailand's automotive manufacturing sector to adopt responsible business practices would help build resilience and sustainability amid a rapidly changing supply chain landscape, according to a new report launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The report entitled Decent work and responsible business practices in Thailand's automotive manufacturing sector w

2 May 2024 11:54 am
Mizoram: Congress-MNF Coalition to Govern Lai Autonomous District Council

Mizoram: Congress-MNF Coalition to Govern Lai Autonomous District Council After a prolonged political deadlock in Mizoram's Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC), officials on Wednesday announced the formation of a Congress-MNF coalition administration to run the 25-member council. LADC is one of the three autonomous district councils constituted under the Sixth Schedule of the constitution for Lai people in the southern part of the state with Lawngtlai as its headquarters. Officials said 12 MN

1 May 2024 7:12 pm
Andhra Pradesh: 4 killed in lorry-auto collision

Andhra Pradesh: 4 killed in lorry-auto collision Four people were killed and an equal number of people sustained injuries after a lorry collided with an auto in the Konaseema district of Andhra Pradesh, police said. The injured have been sent to the hospital, police said. Police immediately arrived at the spot and an investigation was taken up, Amalapuram Rural Circle Inspector Veerababu said. Further investigation is underway. (ANI)

29 Apr 2024 10:59 am
Auto rickshaw driver brutally murdered in Kozhikode, Kerala

Auto rickshaw driver brutally murdered in Kozhikode, Kerala An auto driver was allegedly hacked to death here on Sunday, the police said. The victim has been identified as Sreekanth (47). According to the police, the incident occurred under the Vellayil police station limit at around 5.30 am. Sreekanth is an accused in a murder case, they said. Launching an investigation into the incident, the police said that at present, no one is in custody, and CCTV visuals are being examined to identify the

28 Apr 2024 10:12 am
US probes Tesla recall of 2 million vehicles over Autopilot, citing concerns

US probes Tesla recall of 2 million vehicles over Autopilot, citing concerns U.S. auto safety regulators said on Friday they have opened an investigation into whether Tesla's recall of more than 2 million vehicles announced in December to install new Autopilot safeguards is adequate following a series of crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it opened the probe after receiving reports of 20 crashes involving vehicles that had the new Autopilot software updates

27 Apr 2024 12:04 am
Foreign automakers eager for Chinese partners at Beijing auto show

Foreign automakers eager for Chinese partners at Beijing auto show Global automakers including Volkswagen and Toyota came to this year's Beijing auto show looking to catch up to surging China EV makers that are dominating the world's largest auto market. The show that started this week showcased a marked shift in attitude among some foreign automakers, industry executives said. After being impressed by the bold leaps made by BYD and other Chinese automakers at last year's event in Shanghai, fore

26 Apr 2024 10:15 pm
US investigates if Tesla Autopilot recall ensures driver alertness

US investigates if Tesla Autopilot recall ensures driver alertness The US government's auto safety agency is investigating whether last year's recall of Tesla's Autopilot driving system did enough to make sure drivers pay attention to the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted on its website on Friday that it has concerns about the December recall of more than 2 million vehicles, nearly all the vehicles that Tesla had sold at the time. The agency pushed

26 Apr 2024 6:31 pm
US investigates whether Tesla Autopilot recall adequately promotes driver vigilance

US investigates whether Tesla Autopilot recall adequately promotes driver vigilance The US government's auto safety agency is investigating whether last year's recall of Tesla's Autopilot driving system did enough to make sure drivers pay attention to the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted on its website on Friday that it has concerns about the December recall of more than 2 million vehicles, nearly all the vehicles that Tesla had sold at the time.

26 Apr 2024 6:30 pm
China Insists on Talks with Dalai Lama's Representatives, Excluding Autonomy Discussions

China Insists on Talks with Dalai Lama's Representatives, Excluding Autonomy Discussions China on Friday said it will talk only with the representatives of the Dalai Lama and not the officials of the Tibetan government in exile based in India but ruled out dialogue on the highest Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leaders long-pending demand for autonomy for his remote Himalayan homeland. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin was reacting to reports of the back-channel talks between the Tibetan gove

26 Apr 2024 5:16 pm
Beijing auto show showcases electric vehicles and digital advancements

Beijing auto show showcases electric vehicles and digital advancements Global automakers and EV startups unveiled new models and concept cars at China's largest auto show on Thursday, with a focus on the nation's transformation into a major market and production base for digitally connected, new-energy vehicles. Toyota and Nissan both announced tie-ups with major Chinese technology companies as they strive to meet customer demand for AI-enabled online connectivity in cars, from social media apps

25 Apr 2024 5:31 pm
Updated Headline: US Enforces Automatic Refunds for Canceled Flights, Empowering Consumers

Updated Headline: US Enforces Automatic Refunds for Canceled Flights, Empowering Consumers The Joe Biden administration on Wednesday issued new rules that require airlines to provide automatic cash refunds to passengers when owed and protect consumers from costly surprise fees. ''Too often, airlines drag their feet on refunds or rip folks off with junk fees. It is time Americans got a better deal. Today, my administration is requiring that airlines provide automatic refunds to passengers when th

25 Apr 2024 7:13 am
Local Autocross Champions: Matthai, Pasha, and Nikeeta Emerge Victorious

Local Autocross Champions: Matthai, Pasha, and Nikeeta Emerge Victorious In a stellar show, Philippos Matthai clinched the fastest driver title in the Time Attack event on Wednesday during the FMSCI Indian National Autocross Championship at Pune. In the INAC-Open Class, Matthai's stellar lap of 1:26.000 in his VW Polo for MRF secured him the top spot in the event hosted by the Indian Automotive Racing Club (IARC) here. Uday Pilani claimed the second-place clocking 11:28.909, followed by Naveen P

24 Apr 2024 7:12 pm
Delhi Police arrest interstate firearms racket kingpin; recover semi-automatic pistols

Delhi Police arrest interstate firearms racket kingpin; recover semi-automatic pistols The Delhi Police Special Cell have arrested an alleged kingpin of an interstate firearms racket in Sonia Vihar in the national capital and recovered from his possession three semi-automatic pistols. The arrested has been identified as Dayal Singh, 34, a resident of Pachauri in Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh,police said. According to Pratiksha Godara, DCP Special Cell, on the basis of specific information

21 Apr 2024 11:24 am
Ramkrishna Forgings gets auto components supply order from US-based EV maker

Ramkrishna Forgings gets auto components supply order from US-based EV maker Homegrown Ramkrishna Forgings on Thursday said it has secured an approval from the largest EV maker in the US to supply forged auto components. With the approval, Kolkata-based Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd (RKFL) will make its debut in the electric vehicles (EVs) segment in the US, the company said in a statement. ''The USA's largest electric passenger vehicle manufacturer grants approval for powertrain components, marking t

18 Apr 2024 4:13 pm
3 killed, 6 injured as autorickshaw overturns in Jharkhand's Palamu

3 killed, 6 injured as autorickshaw overturns in Jharkhand's Palamu Three persons were killed and six others injured as their autorickshaw overturned in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Wednesday, police said. The accident happened near Pokraha, about 6 km from Medininagar, on the Panki-Medininagar Road, they said. Sub-divisional Police Officer Manibhusan Pradad said the autorickshaw was overcrowded with 15 passengers on board when it overturned. A 34-year-old woman and two girls, aged 6 and 8, of

17 Apr 2024 10:16 pm
US auto sector 'whipsawed' by politicians, Ford chairman says

US auto sector 'whipsawed' by politicians, Ford chairman says The U.S. auto industry needs regulatory certainty from politicians in Washington and the back and forth as the White House changes hands doesn't help, but the adoption rate of electric vehicles will continue to grow, Ford Motor's executive chairman Bill Ford said on Wednesday. The growth rate on EV sales has slowed, but globally they are being adopted quickly and Ford will follow even as it hedges it bets with its gasoline-powered and

17 Apr 2024 7:29 pm
Automobile exports from India dip 5.5 pc in FY24

Automobile exports from India dip 5.5 pc in FY24 Automobile exports from India declined 5.5 per cent in FY24 due to the monetary crisis in various overseas markets, according to the latest data shared by industry body SIAM. Overall exports stood at 45,00,492 units in the last fiscal compared to 47,61,299 units in FY23. Commenting on the drop in overseas shipments last fiscal, SIAM President Vinod Aggarwal said the situation remains volatile in various overseas markets. ''Some of the countries, w

14 Apr 2024 11:16 am
Firm economic growth helped Indian automobile industry post 12.5% sales growth

Firm economic growth helped Indian automobile industry post 12.5% sales growth Backed by robust economic growth and conducive government, the Indian automobile industry has posted a satisfactory performance with sales growing by 12.5 per cent during the just-concluded financial year. During 2023-24, total domestic sales rose from 2.12 million units to 2.38 million units, data released by Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) showed Friday. Cetegory wise, passenger vehicle sales rose

12 Apr 2024 1:27 pm
Automated system was in use before fatal Texas crash involving electric Ford SUV, investigators find

Automated system was in use before fatal Texas crash involving electric Ford SUV, investigators find The driver of a Ford electric SUV involved in a February fatal crash in Texas was using the company's partially automated driving system before the wreck, federal investigators said Thursday. Data from the 2022 Mustang Mach E SUV showed that Ford's Blue Cruise driver-assist system was in use ahead of the Feb. 24 crash, according to a preliminary report released Thursday by the National Transporta

12 Apr 2024 2:06 am
Amit Shah: MVA Government resembles an auto-rickshaw with mismatching spare parts, set to fail

Amit Shah: MVA Government resembles an auto-rickshaw with mismatching spare parts, set to fail Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition of the Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) and Congress in Maharashtra was like an ''auto-rickshaw with mismatching spare parts'', and it will fail to perform. Speaking at a campaign rally for BJP candidate and sitting local MP Pratap Patil Chikhalikar at Naigaon in Nanded district of central Maharashtra, he als

11 Apr 2024 9:08 pm
Soccer-Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology next season

Soccer-Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology next season The Premier League will introduce semi-automated offside technology next season after the clubs unanimously agreed on the decision in a shareholders' meeting on Thursday. The new system will be used for the first time in the Premier League next season, and it is anticipated the technology will be ready to be introduced after one of the autumn international breaks, the league said in a statement.

11 Apr 2024 6:34 pm
Tesla reaches settlement over fatal crash involving semi-autonomous driving software

Tesla reaches settlement over fatal crash involving semi-autonomous driving software Tesla has settled lawsuit brought by the family of a Silicon Valley engineer who died in a crash while relying on the company's semi-autonomous driving software. The size of the settlement was not disclosed in court documents filed Monday, just a day before the trial stemming from the 2018 crash on a San Francisco Bay Area highway was scheduled to begin. The family of Walter Huang filed a negligence and wrongful

9 Apr 2024 5:25 am
Business rivalry: Condoms, gutkha, stones found in samosas supplied to auto firm; five booked

Business rivalry: Condoms, gutkha, stones found in samosas supplied to auto firm; five booked Five persons were booked after condoms, gutkha and stones were allegedly found in samosas supplied to a major automobile firm in Pimpri Chinchwad in Pune, a police official said on Monday. Those booked comprise two workers of a subcontracting firm that was asked to supply the samosas as well as three partners of another such firm that had been removed earlier for adulteration, the official said. ''The t

8 Apr 2024 11:57 pm
Indigenous robotic solutions get an edge as enterprises look for customised AI-based automation

Indigenous robotic solutions get an edge as enterprises look for customised AI-based automation Enterprises looking for integration of AI-based automation systems in various business operations are preferring home-grown robotic solutions over global competitors, according to industry players. Those engaged in logistics, warehousing and retail chain management have been scrambling for artificial intelligence-based automated solutions at a time when the competition is intense for quick and cost-ef

7 Apr 2024 11:02 am
Craftsman Automation, RIICO sign pact to set up plant in Rajasthan

Craftsman Automation, RIICO sign pact to set up plant in Rajasthan Automation firm Craftsman Automation and Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation have signed a pact to set up a plant in Alwar with an initial investment of Rs 150 crore, a company official said on Saturday. The aluminium products plant will be set up in Salarpur industrial area of Bhiwadi, Alwar. The South India-based company is investing Rs 150 crore in the first phase. It will supply products to many

6 Apr 2024 8:06 pm
US increases automatic extension of EAD to 540 days

US increases automatic extension of EAD to 540 days The US has increased the automatic extension period for employment authorisation and EADs available to certain categories of renewal applicants from a maximum of 180 days to up to 540 days, a move that would benefit thousands of technology professionals from India. The move has been welcomed by Indian Americans. This extension applies to two categories of Employment Authorisation Document (EAD) applicants: those who timely and properly filed th

6 Apr 2024 5:52 am
RBI holds repo rate at 6.5 pc for 7th consecutive time; home, auto EMIs to remain unchanged

RBI holds repo rate at 6.5 pc for 7th consecutive time; home, auto EMIs to remain unchanged The Reserve Bank of India on Friday kept the benchmark interest rates unchanged at 6.5 per cent for the seventh time in a row, citing concerns over food inflation in view of IMD's prediction of above normal maximum temperatures during April to June. As RBI has held key policy rates steady, the EMIs on home and auto loans are likely to remain stable for some more time. The central bank has kept interest ra

5 Apr 2024 2:06 pm
Scrut Automation raises $10 Million in growth capital from Lightspeed, MassMutual Ventures and Endiya Partners

Scrut Automation raises $10 Million in growth capital from Lightspeed, MassMutual Ventures and Endiya Partners GRC platform Scrut Automation recently announced that it has raised $10 million in growth capital from existing investors Lightspeed , MassMutual Ventures and Endiya Partners. The company will use the funding to enhance their platform capabilities, incorporate generative AI use cases to reduce the manual effort for risk and compliance teams, and expand to North American and European mar

4 Apr 2024 10:09 am
Former head of Chinese automaker JAC under investigation, anti-graft watchdog says

Former head of Chinese automaker JAC under investigation, anti-graft watchdog says The former chairman of Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC), An Jin, is under investigation, China's anti-graft watchdog said. An retired from the state-owned automaker in 2021 after 46 years, having served as chairman for nine years. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection said on its website that An was suspected of serious violations of discipline and law but did not give any details of the case. JAC did n

2 Apr 2024 10:30 am
Former head of Chinese automaker JAC under investigation for corruption

Former head of Chinese automaker JAC under investigation for corruption The former party secretary and chairman of Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC), An Jin, is under investigation for corruption, China's anti-graft watchdog said. An retired from state-owned JAC in 2021 after 46 years, having served as chairman for nine years. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection said on its website that An was suspected of serious violations of discipline and law but did give any details of the case.

2 Apr 2024 9:31 am
Anhui Jianghuai Automobile's former party secretary, chairman suspected of violations, state media reports

Anhui Jianghuai Automobile's former party secretary, chairman suspected of violations, state media reports China's Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holdings' former party secretary and chairman, An Jin, is suspected of serious violations of discipline and law, according to Chinese state media. The announcement was from the Anhui Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and Supervision, state media broadcaster CCTV reported on Tuesday.

2 Apr 2024 7:31 am
China to import more from France, foreign minister says amid European autos probe

China to import more from France, foreign minister says amid European autos probe China on Monday promised to import more high-quality products and services from France, after a European probe into Chinese electric vehicle exports supported by Paris threatened to spark a tit-for-tat trade dispute between the two countries. China's foreign minister Wang Yi, at a joint press event with his French counterpart, Stephane Sejourne, said China hoped that Europe's de-risking policy was not targeted at s

1 Apr 2024 2:20 pm
Automakers urge White House to oppose US Steel sale to Cleveland-Cliffs

Automakers urge White House to oppose US Steel sale to Cleveland-Cliffs A group representing major automakers on Friday urged the White House to oppose any effort by steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs to buy rival U.S. Steel, warning that a deal could result in anti-competitive pricing for vehicles. A consolidation of the two companies would also place 65 to 90% of steel used in vehicles under the control of a single company, Alliance for Automotive Innovation CEO John Bozzella said in a letter, which

29 Mar 2024 10:57 pm
Automakers urge White House to oppose sale of US Steel to Cleveland-Cliffs

Automakers urge White House to oppose sale of US Steel to Cleveland-Cliffs A group representing major automakers on Friday urged the White House to oppose any effort by steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs to buy rival U.S. Steel, warning that a deal could result in anti-competitive pricing for vehicles. A consolidation of the two companies would also place 65 to 90% of steel used in vehicles under the control of a single company, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation said in a letter seen by Reuters. P

29 Mar 2024 10:12 pm
ZF Rane Automotive India acquires TRW Sun Steering Wheels

ZF Rane Automotive India acquires TRW Sun Steering Wheels Auto components maker ZF Rane Automotive India Pvt Ltd, on Friday, announced the acquisition of steering wheels manufacturer TRW Sun Steering Wheels Pvt Ltd for an undisclosed sum. Gurugram-headquartered TRW Sun Steering Wheels (TSSW) is a JV between the Sun Group and ZF Group globally. It manufactures various types of steering wheels for the Indian market and supplies to a diverse set of passenger vehicle customers from its manufacturing

29 Mar 2024 1:14 pm
Automakers face 'daunting' task to meet 2032 EV rules, industry says

Automakers face 'daunting' task to meet 2032 EV rules, industry says Automakers face daunting government regulations to sell half of new vehicles by 2030 as electric or plug-in hybrids despite a U.S. decision to soften the final rules over its initial, tougher proposal, a top industry official said on Wednesday. Under all compliance scenarios, automakers will need to sell at least 50% plug-in and EVs by 2030 to meet regulatory targets, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Under the

28 Mar 2024 5:03 am
Auto players line up array of new EV models in coming years on govt push to green mobility

Auto players line up array of new EV models in coming years on govt push to green mobility The Indian auto industry is gearing up to roll out an array of electric vehicle models over the next few years amid a renewed push by the government to encourage environment-friendly mobility solutions with the unveiling of a new policy. Mass market players like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors are lining up new models to cater to the demand across segments. Mahindra & Mahindra C

24 Mar 2024 11:17 am
Indian activist's hunger strike for Ladakh autonomy draws thousands of supporters

Indian activist's hunger strike for Ladakh autonomy draws thousands of supporters Famed Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk, on a hunger strike to bring autonomy to the Himalayan region of Ladakh, said on Saturday he was weak as his fast stretches into its 18th day but he would continue for three more days as planned despite pleas from supporters to stop. Wangchuk's campaign seeks to highlight the damage to Ladakh's fragile ecology and glaciers by industrialisation as well as to protest what locals c

23 Mar 2024 3:18 pm
Bajaj Auto working on CNG bike, to hit road in June: MD

Bajaj Auto working on CNG bike, to hit road in June: MD Bajaj Auto is developing a portfolio of clean fuel CNG motorcycles, and the first such bike will hit the market in June, Bajaj Auto Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj said here on Friday. The bike will run on CNG and would hit the roads in June, he said while announcing Bajaj Group's commitment of Rs 5,000 crore towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spent over the next 5 years. The new bike would target mileage-conscious consumers and is

22 Mar 2024 4:26 pm
US to finalize revised EV mileage rating rule in win for automakers, sources say

US to finalize revised EV mileage rating rule in win for automakers, sources say The U.S. Energy Department (DOE) on Tuesday will unveil final rules that will significantly soften its proposal that would have slashed electric vehicles' (EV) mileage ratings to meet government fuel economy requirements in 2027, sources said. The decision first reported by Reuters is a win for the Detroit Three automakers and the United Auto Workers union that raised alarm that the proposal could have resulted in U

19 Mar 2024 5:20 am
Chetan Shivram wins a triple in Clash of Titans ahead of Autocross event

Chetan Shivram wins a triple in Clash of Titans ahead of Autocross event Former Indian National Rally champion Chetan Shivram showed great skills as he won the title in three different classes at the Clash of Titans, a feature event run for the winners of different races in the FMSCI approved Autocross event on the 1.8-km twin track here on Sunday. Nikeetaa Takkale of Pune won the Ladies class defeating a strong field. The 2019 INRC overall champion Shivram won the prestigious unrestricted and I

17 Mar 2024 7:26 pm
US to investigate Texas fatal crash that may have involved Ford partially automated driving system

US to investigate Texas fatal crash that may have involved Ford partially automated driving system The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a fatal crash in San Antonio, Texas, involving a Ford electric vehicle that may have been using a partially automated driving system. The agency said in a statement Friday that a team of investigators from its Office of Highway Safety will travel to Texas and work with police on the February 24 crash on Interstate 10. The NTSB said that prel

16 Mar 2024 10:30 pm
Auto Expo next year to be held under Bharat Mobility umbrella

Auto Expo next year to be held under Bharat Mobility umbrella India's flagship motor show the Auto Expo will be held next year under the umbrella of Bharat Mobility, the government's initiative bringing all mobility-related trade shows under one platform. The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is slated to be held between January 17 and 22 next year at Bharatmandapam; Yashobhoomi (India International Convention and Expo Center) Dwarka, and India Expo Center & Mart, Greater Noida, simultaneously. I

12 Mar 2024 8:13 pm