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For the BS6 era, Maruti Suzuki has taken a petrol-only product strategy. The Indian manufacturer claims to be committed to providing cleaner modes of transport in the years to come. As a first, Maruti Suzuki plans to launch the WagonR Electric sometime in 2021. Over the months, the EV was spotted on multiple occasions in […] More
With the launch of the Tesla Model 3 all-electric sedan, global automotive markets received a new benchmark to meet. Besides being an affordable EV (in Tesla standards), the Model 3 proved that ridiculous performance numbers and advanced technologies could be achieved from a significantly lesser price point, as compared to the popular scenario of ICE […] More
The Indian auto industry, which contributes 7 percent to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), is in the throes of deep depression. The overall slump in economic growth, coupled with the ill effects of COVID-19 pandemic has further compounded the problem. Passenger vehicle sales dipped as much as 18 percent in the year to the […] More
In its current form, Tata Nexon Electric offers a range of 312 km (ARAI). It has now been revealed, that the Nexon EV range might be increased in the future. Not only that, performance too is expected to increase. According to a company official, the Ziptron technology that powers Nexon electric will be continuously improved […] More
SAIC-GM-Wuling has introduced an all-new ‘mini-EV’ for the Chinese market. Called the Wuling Hongguang, the three-door four-seater electric car seems perfect for the city. It comes in two battery variants: 9.2kWh and 13.8kWh. Reports state that its NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) driving range is around 150-200km. This figure is more than enough for city […] More
In the minds of Indian automotive enthusiasts, the Hindustan Contessa sedan occupies a special place. It is no “Indian muscle car” by any means or even the best product of its time. However, for the millennials, the Contessa has a strong nostalgia element associated with it. Many are in the lookout for the ‘boss car’ […] More
The Land Rover Defender is a British icon. Over the years, its rich heritage may have been a bit overshadowed by the Mercedes-Benz G-Class (or G-Wagen) and a few Japanese names. Still, the global LR Defender community is going strong. Jaguar Land Rover has already introduced the off-roader’s modern-day avatar in both ‘90’ and ‘110’ […] More
While there are definite signs of earth healing itself, things are getting from bad to worse for many industry sectors. One of the worst hit is auto sector, which will be registering almost zero sales in April 2020. This will be a first for the industry and its repercussions will be felt on the nation’s […] More
