Tesla will kick off its sales this year soon, starting with three major cities — Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai. The company has reportedly locked in locations for its first two showrooms, with one in Delhi’s Aerocity and another in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)
Tesla isn’t just planning to sell cars — it’s also setting up shop in India. Reports indicate that the company has chosen prime locations for its first showrooms, with one expected to be in Delhi’s Aerocity and the other in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)
The Maharashtra government has offered land in Chakan and Chikhali, both near Pune, as potential sites for Tesla’s factory. One of India’s biggest automobile hubs, Chakan is home to manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Volkswagen, and Bajaj Auto
DeepSeek, which recently gained global attention for its cost-effective AI model, is now helping Chinese automakers like Geely & BYD enhance connected car features and self-driving capabilities, and strengthen their positions in the EV market
Notably, sales of the Model 3 sedan, Tesla’s second-most important vehicle, fell by a staggering 36%. Overall, the electric vehicle (EV) maker saw a 12 per cent decline in annual registrations, according to data from the California New Car Dealers Association
Musk first mentioned the robotaxi service idea in October, introducing Tesla’s Cybercab prototype—an autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals. The plan was initially set for a 2025 launch in Texas and California, using Model Y SUVs and Model 3 sedans
With ambitious goals like achieving 30% EV penetration by 2030, the challenges of affordability, infrastructure gaps, and dependency on imports remain significant. Industry leaders are urging the government to address these issues through strategic measures in the upcoming budget
The e-VITARA comes with 2 powertrains. The 49kWh battery powers a front axle-mounted motor, delivering 144hp and 189Nm of torque. For those seeking more power, the 61kWh battery provides a front motor generating 174hp and 189Nm of torque
For now, the ban will apply to passenger vehicles weighing under 10,001 pounds, but there are plans to extend it to include larger vehicles like buses and trucks down the line. The restrictions will be rolled out in two phases
Audi's sales were heavily impacted by increasing competition in key markets like Europe and China, combined with weak demand for its electric models. While the German premium car brand, Audi, delivered 1.67 million vehicles, Tesla managed to outsell it with 1.79 million deliveries
Dolby's focus this year is on two major fronts: expanding its already popular Dolby Atmos technology to more vehicles and introducing Dolby Vision, its high-end visual tech, to cars for the first time
Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, was quick to address the incident, suggesting it could have been a deliberate act of terrorism. He linked the explosion to another recent attack in New Orleans involving a Ford F-150 rigged with explosives
Volkswagen's breach saw the movement data and contact information, with precise location details of 460,000 vehicles from Volkswagen, Audi, and Seat made available online for months
Foxconn’s interest in Nissan aligns with its recent focus on electric vehicles (EVs). The tech giant has been investing heavily in EV manufacturing as part of its diversification strategy. For Nissan, the potential partnership could provide much-needed financial relief
Qualcomm’s diversification comes at a time when industries like XR and connected vehicles are experiencing exponential growth, offering fertile ground for innovation
If finalised, the merger bewteen Honda and Nissan would unite the assets of Japan’s second- and third-largest carmakers, creating a more robust contender to challenge market leaders like Toyota, Tesla, and rising Chinese EV brands
The Biden administration’s ambitious EV support, like the $7,500 tax credit for buyers and billions allocated for building charging networks, is also on Trump’s chopping block. In its place, the incoming administration plans to redirect funds towards boosting US production of batteries
Elon Musk’s outspoken political leanings and his strong ties to President-elect Donald Trump, have made owning a Tesla a rather complex symbol, because of an awkward clash between the brand’s identity and its CEO’s actions
The company’s rapid success in the EV market mirrors its meteoric rise in the smartphone industry. Xiaomi’s first smartphone, launched in 2011, quickly propelled it into the ranks of global giants like Apple and Samsung. Now, the company’s EV business is following a similar trajectory
Through Amazon Autos, customers can filter cars by make, model, trim, colour, and features. The platform also provides transparent pricing and an instant trade-in evaluation for current vehicles, calculated by an independent third party
The Abu Dhabi launch is part of Uber’s broader push to expand its presence in the autonomous vehicle market. The company already operates self-driving ride services in the US and plans to increase its partnerships with tech firms specialising in this field
By the end of November, BYD had already delivered 3.76 million vehicles, including over 500,000 units in November alone, putting it on track to surpass its 4 million sales goal for the year
Jaguar has undergone a major rebranding exercise and as part of it, has launched a new EV concept car called the 'Type 00.' Available in the colours, Miami pink and London blue, the cars have certainly set the stone rilling as far conversations are concerned
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has since launched a criminal investigation into these allegations. Tesla’s actions in Austin extended beyond the factory floor, with a six-acre wastewater pond reportedly leaking untreated chemicals into the city’s sewer system
Ramaswamy criticised Biden's justification for Rivian's loan, which emphasised the creation of 7,500 jobs, as exorbitantly expensive. He argued that the cost per job was excessive and hinted that the loan may serve political purposes, particularly in weakening Musk’s Tesla
BYD's aggressive pricing strategy appears to be paying off — the Chinese EV maker recently overtook Tesla in revenue for the first time, reporting a gross margin of 21.9 per cent, its highest in a year
Musk, a key Trump donor and a growing influence within the president-elect’s circle, stands to benefit enormously from a lax autonomous vehicle policy. The Tesla CEO has heavily invested in self-driving technology, betting the company’s future on the success of driverless vehicles
Under the current Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India (SPMEPCI), companies can import electric vehicles at reduced customs duties if they commit to certain investment and localisation targets
JSW MG Motor India says it has obtained all necessary clearances required to complete the transaction and hopes that the government will approve its request. The company emphasised that support from the PLI scheme would play a crucial role in th the growth of its EV manufacturing
Xiaomi has packed the SU7 Ultra with a powerful triple HyperEngine motor setup. This includes two V8s motors and one V6s motor, strategically placed across the front and rear wheels to deliver optimal performance. The motors generate a whopping 1,548 horsepower and 635 Nm of torque