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BMW close to hitting this year's EV target already, will pump more cash into electric vehicles
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BMW close to hitting this year's EV target already, will pump more cash into electric vehicles

BMW has got a huge impetus because of which they will be investing more in their EVs than they had originally planned to. However, BMW is not willing to set a target on when it will stop producing its ICEs

'Motor accident claim need not be filed at Claims Tribunal where accident occurred': Supreme Court
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'Motor accident claim need not be filed at Claims Tribunal where accident occurred': Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India made an important observation that is likely going to change how accident victims file claims for accidents to the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal and make it much easier for them

From Mercedes to BMW, everyone is revving up autonomous driving tech for China, not US. But why?
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From Mercedes to BMW, everyone is revving up autonomous driving tech for China, not US. But why?

China is all poised to become the biggest car market in a few years. It already is the biggest EV market. Car makers like BMW, Mercedes and the VW group are investing heavily to develop a L3 autonomous vehicle for Chinese roads and traffic

‘By 2025, EVs will account for 50 per cent of two-wheeler sales in India’: Simple Energy’s Suhas Rajkumar
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‘By 2025, EVs will account for 50 per cent of two-wheeler sales in India’: Simple Energy’s Suhas Rajkumar

As cutthroat as the Indian EV market is when it comes to 2-wheelers, it is also booming. So what does it take for startup to make a space for themselves in a market that is dominated by established startups like Ola and Ather, and legacy player like TVS and Hero?

GoI rejects Chinese EV maker, BYD's plan to set up a $1 billion dollar plant in India; Here’s why
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GoI rejects Chinese EV maker, BYD's plan to set up a $1 billion dollar plant in India; Here’s why

Chinese EV giant BYD wanted to set up an EV and battery factory in India and was planning to invest about $1 billion for the same. However, the Indian government rejected their proposal, citing security issues, and the fact that Chinese businesses often evade taxes

Mega Indian EV War: Despite great features, global legacy, MG has failed to throw serious challenge to Tata Motors
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Mega Indian EV War: Despite great features, global legacy, MG has failed to throw serious challenge to Tata Motors

Even though MG India loads up their EVs with more practical features and tons of creature comforts, they are only able to manage a fraction of what Tata manages to sell. It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Tata is thrashing MG in India when it comes to EVs

Super Tesla, Super Elon Musk: EV maker earned over $25 bn last quarter, despite lowering margins
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Super Tesla, Super Elon Musk: EV maker earned over $25 bn last quarter, despite lowering margins

Despite falling margins, Tesla had a blast in the last quarter, where it made over $25 billion. Tesla may very well become the most profitable car maker soon, as it is set to meet its projections this year, which will only be boosted by the Cybertruck

India's Tesla Dreams Dashed? No tax waivers for Elon Musk’s EV company as they look to set up factories
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India's Tesla Dreams Dashed? No tax waivers for Elon Musk’s EV company as they look to set up factories

Elon Musk's Tesla is not being considered for any tax or duty waivers at the moment, revealed India's Revenue Secretary, Sanjay Malhotra. Last time Tesla was looking to set up a factory in India, they faced similar issues, because of which they left

Tesla for Rs 20 Lacs? Elon Musk initiates discussions with GoI to set up EV factory In India
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Tesla for Rs 20 Lacs? Elon Musk initiates discussions with GoI to set up EV factory In India

Elon Musk's Tesla US and Tesla India are in discussions with the Indian Government to set up their own supply chains and start manufacturing EVs in India. The factory will have the capacity to make 5 lakh EVs per year, and sell them starting at Rs 20 lakhs

Cruiser Showdown: Harley-Davidson X440 or Triumph Speed 400, which one should you buy?
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Cruiser Showdown: Harley-Davidson X440 or Triumph Speed 400, which one should you buy?

Confused between the all new Harley Davidson X440 and the Triumph Speed 400? Fret not for we compare the most significant differences between the two cruisers

Bike News: There’s a generational change in world’s biggest two-wheeler market
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Bike News: There’s a generational change in world’s biggest two-wheeler market

India is a price sensitive market and the income gap is widening. But that’s only half the story. The other half is that of a new generation of booming, aspirational middle class with different tastes. The aesthetics of a 20 year-old today is very different from what it was a couple of decades ago

Who bought the first car that Tesla ever made?
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Who bought the first car that Tesla ever made?

Ever wondered who bought the first production car that Tesla made? The first car that Tesla produced was the original Roadster, a sportscar based on the Lotus Elise, which used a lithium-ion battery pack, and was first revealed in 2006, before it went into production in 2008

How to read the ratings on your tyre? What do the different alphabets and numbers mean?
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How to read the ratings on your tyre? What do the different alphabets and numbers mean?

Ever felt stymied by the numbers and alphabets on the sidewall of a tyre? Well, they actually have a much deeper meaning that help drivers choose the best possible tyre for their cars. Here's what each of those codes mean

Big automakers halt production in pauper Pakistan as India surges past Japan as 3rd largest auto market
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Big automakers halt production in pauper Pakistan as India surges past Japan as 3rd largest auto market

The Shehbaz Sharif-led country, currently going through a severe economic crisis, saw a decline in sales ranging from 28.4-56.5 per cent in the auto sector during the first half of 2022-23

Hundreds protest against Tesla for selling China-made models cheaper
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Hundreds protest against Tesla for selling China-made models cheaper

Tesla slashed the prices of their EVs in China for the second time in three months. Customers who bought Tesla’s EVs at a higher price just weeks ago demanded that the EV maker refund or rebate their money to reflect the new discounted price.

Elon Musk, who? Taliban unveils Afghanistan’s first indigenously developed ‘supercar’ named Mada 9
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Elon Musk, who? Taliban unveils Afghanistan’s first indigenously developed ‘supercar’ named Mada 9

ENTOP’s Mada 9, the supercar that the Taliban unveiled in Afghanistan, uses an engine from Toyota. However, there will be an electric version soon, said Taliban officials

Toyota and Lexus to get AI-powered voice assistants that work without internet
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Toyota and Lexus to get AI-powered voice assistants that work without internet

Toyota and Google Cloud Services have developed a new AI-based voice assistant that will be featured in all cars from the Toyota and Lexus brands.

Nissan exits the Russian market, sells its entire business for just 1 Euro
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Nissan exits the Russian market, sells its entire business for just 1 Euro

Nissan had to stop its manufacturing facilities back in March this year, due to sanctions and supply chain issues. After observing for six months, the decision was taken to exit the Russian market completely.

TVS Ntorq 125 XT launched in India; priced at Rs 1.03 lakh
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TVS Ntorq 125 XT launched in India; priced at Rs 1.03 lakh

The disc brake-equipped TVS Ntorq 125 XT comes with a SmartXonnectTM connectivity platform, voice assist and 60+ 'hi-tech' features.

Tata Avinya EV concept breaks cover: All you need to know
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Tata Avinya EV concept breaks cover: All you need to know

Tata Motors officials state the Avinya concept will be introduced to the market by 2025.