The fourth week of March 2024 is us, leaving the crumbs to follow. These advancements will allow the automotive industry to evolve and shape the future. Without further ado, let’s take a look at all the developments that took place last week.
The two automotive giants have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to navigate India’s automotive sector by combining their resources and expertise. Together, the corporations aim to better position their products by sharing generation and vision that contributes to carbon neutrality and 0 traffic accidents.
Something is brewing at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India and the first control mule recently seen shows the vehicle from the rear. It may simply be the sub-4m SUV already announced through Skoda. But the overall proportions, C-pillar shape, and taillights reminded me of Taigun, suggesting a facelift in progress. More main points will be revealed with long-term spy snapshots.
For the first time, the Nissan Magnite Facelift is seen with a new set of wheels. While Magnite has helped Nissan stay afloat in India, Magnite’s facelift is poised to expand the scope of sales. We expect it to have rain-sensing windshield wipers, ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVMs, and other missing features.
On a recent occasion in Mumbai, JSW Group and MG announced their joint venture and reviewed the long-term roadmap for the new joint venture. On the same occasion, the MG Cybesrter electric sports car, the MG four electric sedan, the MG five electric estate and the MG Comet Cabrio concept were presented.
Interestingly, Suzuki Motor Corporation has registered two new names in the form of Escudo and Torqnado in India. According to Suzuki’s global naming strategies, Escudo will only be usable with the upcoming 7-seater edition of the Grand Vitara. Suzuki Motor Corporation also owns trademarks for its motorcycles and Torqnado can only be used on 2W.
After launching the iX xDrive40, BMW is offering the best-performing xDrive50 variant to Indian buyers on the CBU route. The car is presented at a price close to Rs. 9,999. 1. 4 Cr (ex-sh) and competes with other mid-size electric SUVs from Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Jaguar.
Citroën’s CMP platform has been reviewed through Global NCAP and has awarded 0 stars to the eC3 electric sedan. Something similar is reflected in the Latin NCAP crash check of a Brazilian specification Citroën C3 ICE that also earned 0 stars.
Taigun gets two additional trim levels: GT Plus Sport and GT Line as a component of the new “Sport” trim plan. These bring internal and external cosmetic upgrades, adding a sporty appeal. GT Plus Sport gets a 1. 5L engine and GT Line gets a 1. 0L engine.
Last week, Hyundai recalled 7,698 sets of the Verna sedan and Creta SUV due to a possible defect in the electronic controller that governs the CVT gearbox’s internal pump. Kia Sonet recalled for the same reason a month ago.
With a minor upgrade, Tata Motors has made the 2024 Tiago EV even more cost-effective than it already was. The company has done this by adding an auto-dimming IRVM and a 45W fast USB charger at no extra cost. Not bad!
Stepping up its export game, HCIL (Honda Cars India Limited) has shipped the Elevate to Japan, where it is sold as the WR-V. Compared to Indian prices, the WR-V in Japan is more attractively priced.
The maker of the iconic Pulsar motorcycles is exploring CNG powertrain options. Its next CNG offering is in the testing phase and has only recently been spotted. It can boast of being the most fuel-efficient motorcycle at launch and promise the lowest cost of ownership.
True to Bajaj, the company updates its Pulsar 250 models with the newest features. The N250 and F250 will most likely take advantage of those upgrades, adding a new group of virtual tools with Bluetooth connectivity and a USD front fork.
One of the attendees at the recent Classic Legfinish runner occasion revealed the company’s long-term roadmap. The motorcycles on display on the occasion were the Roadking 334 Concept, Roadking 500 Concept, Streetfighter 334, Adventure Rally Pro and BSA Goldstar 650. With the exception of the Roadking concepts, other motorcycles will be presented until the end of this year. Firsts included the progression of 500cc and 250cc engines, as well as electric vehicles.
The new Rizta scooter, which will unveil its tires at Ather’s Community Day event on April 6, will take on rivals from Ola, TVS, Bajaj and Simple. The company demonstrated the battery’s IP67 rating with a waterproof test.
In a bid to attract more electric scooter buyers, Hero MotoCorp has offered the Vida Advantage package worth Rs 9,999. 27,000. Customers who purchase the Vida V1 scooter can opt for this package at no additional cost. The offer lasts until April 31, December 2024. You can read more about the Vida Advantage package in detail here.
Remember the four traditional Ronin motorcycles unveiled at last year’s TVS MotoSoul event?Of those four, the one designed by TVS’ design team has now been registered through the company, leading to speculation about its release. The Ronin SCR aims to be a roadworthy off-hardware Scramler.
Among the long list of patents and trademarks, Honda has added one more. This time, it’s all about the design of the Stylo 160 scooter. Interestingly, this is the new Stylo scooter that debuted last month. But the old design Stylo. Si is launched, will go up against the classic style scooters from Vespa and Yamaha.
Hero MotoCorp, currently absent from the commercial 2W EV segment, is poised to make a grand entrance. The company’s upcoming 2W electric CV was recently patented, revealing an undeniable vehicle that appears to have a larger battery for greater diversity and less shipping space.
The company has patented a new full-size family scooter that can simply be an ICE supply or an electric vehicle. If it’s an electric vehicle, it can be located underneath the existing Vida V1 line. If it’s an ICE supply, it may simply be the brand’s new giant scooter. Something that Maestro already exists, but is missing from the company’s website.
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