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An IBM survey of 14,000 people has found that people plan to use personal transportation more, while using public transit and ride-sharing services less, in the post-pandemic environment. Yet many reported an inability or unwillingness to buy a car right now due to the economic environment. Commuting will also take a hit; a vast majority […] More
Ampere Electric has initiated a book now, pay later scheme with the Zeal Electric Scooter at a down payment of Rs.999 Ampere Electric Vehicle, the electric mobility subsidiary of Greaves Cotton, initiates a ‘Kal Ko Bachao’ scheme under the pillars of – better health, higher saving & better environment, all to create a stronger future. […] 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
Michael SimariCar and Driver Online automotive apparel retailer Blipshift is forging ahead with its annual Apex Everything Sale despite the global coronavirus pandemic. Instead of one large sale, the iconic automotive T-shirt brand is splitting up its products into several weekly sales as its production has slowed while the pandemic continues. We’ll update this story […] More
JEFF KOWALSKYGetty Images The United Auto Workers has been under federal investigation for racketeering and fraud since 2017. Four former union officials are in prison. What began as a probe into the workings between Fiat Chrysler (FCA) and union officials has now broadened to the UAW-GM training center, the Wall Street Journal is reporting. A […] More
Cities across the country have seen increases in car thefts in the previous several weeks, despite overall drops in crime during the coronavirus pandemic. New York City has had it particularly hard; the city has seen car thefts increase 63 percent so far this year as compared to the year prior. Nonetheless, not all cities […] More
KGP PhotographyCar and Driver Automakers are continuing to test future models at the Nürburgring racetrack in Germany during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many procedures have changed in order to maintain social distancing requirements. We spoke to representatives from Porsche and Jaguar Land Rover as well as a spy photographer who frequents the Nordschliefe. While much of […] More
Ford has revealed an ambitious safety protocol aimed at gradually reopening its 78 Ford or joint-venture plants and 11 engineering centers around the world in the coming weeks and months. While not stating an exact date for a full reopening, the company said it would begin with a May 4 return in European facilities and […] More
