My First Walmart EV Charging Experience Was A Disaster The company's public fast-charging station left me baking in the sun for 40 minutes. InsideEVs · Sep 3
EV subsidies to end in coming years, auto companies must prepare: Heavy Industries Secy As stated by officials, government subsidies for electric vehicles will phase out in the coming years. It is imperative for automobile companies to work together to enhance charging infrastructure, paving the way for comprehensive electrification. Manufacturers are strongly urged to escalate their research and development investments. Backed by government initiatives,… The Economic Times · Sep 3
Volkswagen Rumored To Close Four German Plants, 140,000 Jobs At Risk EVs like the Volkswagen ID.4, ID.7 and Audi Q4 E-Tron could shift to lower-cost plants abroad, reshaping availability and pricing. Motor1 · Sep 3
India needs faster EV transition in trucks, buses, domestic capacity in critical tech: PM adviser India must accelerate electric mobility, particularly for trucks and buses, to enhance energy security. The next five years are critical for major industry changes and meeting technology goals. Faster electrification of heavy vehicles is essential due to diesel dependence and import concerns. Government measures and industry collaboration will drive down… The Economic Times · Sep 3
Sadiq Khan's car tax conviction overturned in court after London Mayor victim of 'scam' The Mayor of London was prosecuted by the DVLA for keeping an unlicensed vehicle and was handed a £220 fine by a court in Herefordshire Evening Standard · Sep 3
Maruti Suzuki CEO seeks balance between regulations and affordability for cleaner, safer mobility Maruti Suzuki's MD hopes for continued balance between regulations and affordability. This balance ensures safer and cleaner mobility remains accessible to Indian customers. Compressed biogas shows strong potential as a clean automotive fuel source. GST reforms have significantly boosted small car sales and affordability. Maruti Suzuki is also a leading… The Economic Times · Sep 3
Electric cars outsell petrol rivals for the first time Fuel prices are up and so are electric vehicle sales, with Australian drivers now buying more battery-powered cars than either petrol or diesel models. AAP · Sep 3
Man Goes To AutoZone. There’s Nothing Wrong With His Car—But There’s A Very Important Reason For His Visit "Just 2 serious customers." Motor1 · Sep 3
Ford’s $30,000 Fathom EV Truck Appears More Conventional Than Expected Ford CEO Jim Farley called the Fathom “really not a pickup” and promised a “new silhouette.” New photos show something more familiar beneath the camouflage. InsideEVs · Sep 2
Tesla's Grok AI Now Does 116 Voice Commands, But Many Owners Are Locked Out Grok in the 2026 Summer Update now handles most everyday Tesla tasks by voice, though older Intel Atom cars miss out entirely. Motor1 · Sep 2
India's auto component industry targets $200 bln turnover by FY30 amid rising risks: BCG-ACMA India's auto component sector aims for $200 billion turnover by FY30. Achieving this goal requires greater resilience against rising costs and shortages. The industry has seen significant growth over the past decade despite disruptions. Strong domestic demand and increasing exports will support future expansion. Companies must focus on capability building… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Schneider’s New Home EV Charger Undercuts Tesla’s By Bundling A Big Feature Tesla’s Wall Connector needs additional hardware to take advantage of all the installed power. Schneider includes it in the box. InsideEVs · Sep 2
India needs to build advanced tech capabilities, reduce import dependence: Hyundai CEO Tarun Garg Hyundai Motor India MD and CEO Tarun Garg urged India to develop advanced technology capabilities. He stated the nation must move beyond manufacturing scale and reduce import dependence. India's automotive industry has shown resilience and needs to focus on global leadership. The focus should shift from "Make in India" to… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Ford's $30,000 Fathom Pickup Inches Closer To Production With New Prototypes Las Vegas test mules preview Ford Fathom pricing, tech features, and timing on the Universal EV Platform before 2027 production ramps up. Motor1 · Sep 2
The Economic Times · Sep 2 Hero MotoCorp, M&M, other auto stocks drop up to 5% despite strong August sales numbers. Should you buy the dip? Despite strong August sales data reflecting robust demand for passenger vehicles, auto stocks faced a notable drop. Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors both reported impressive sales increases, while Hyundai Motor India celebrated its highest domestic sales ever in August. However, tractor sales diverged from this trend, as analysts expressed worries…
The Economic Times · Sep 2 Honda tells suppliers to cut costs in $9 billion push to fend off China Honda plans to cut more than $9 billion in costs by 2030 and has asked suppliers to sharply reduce prices as it struggles with rising competition from Chinese automakers such as BYD.
The Economic Times · Sep 2 Two-wheelers, passenger vehicles to drive 8-10% auto volume growth in FY27: Report India's automotive sector anticipates robust growth in FY27, driven by two-wheelers and passenger vehicles. August 2026 saw double-digit volume increases across most vehicle categories and manufacturers. Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor reported significant year-on-year volume gains in the two-wheeler segment. Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki posted strong sales figures for…
Motor1 · Sep 2 Tesla Driver Gets BMW After Swearing Off Gas Cars. Then She Fills Up At Shell And Sees Her Fuel Economy "Got me side eyeing my Volkswagen."
Clever Dude · Sep 1 Lucid Recalls 27,185 Air EVs Over Fire Risk, Tells Owners to Park Outside Lucid is recalling more than 27,000 Air electric vehicles because an electrical problem involving the exterior lighting system can cause a circuit to overheat, creating a fire risk.
The Economic Times · Sep 1 Tesla installs 20 Superchargers in India, expands service network to Ahmedabad Tesla has installed twenty Superchargers across India and opened a new body shop. This Ahmedabad facility is the company's seventh service center in the country. Tesla vehicles require minimal scheduled maintenance and offer remote service assistance. The company sells two Model Y variants, with financing options available to customers. Tesla…
The Economic Times · Sep 1 VinFast puts the brakes on manufacturing some cars in India VinFast has temporarily halted development and local manufacturing plans for three electric vehicles in India, asking suppliers to stop work while it reassesses costs. The move affects the VF3, VF6 and VF7 programmes and comes amid the automaker’s struggle to gain scale in India, despite its $2-billion expansion plans.
The Economic Times · Sep 1 Maruti hits the gas at home, exports hit the brakes as August sales jump 21% Maruti Suzuki reported a 21.3% rise in total sales for August 2026. Domestic passenger vehicle sales drove this significant growth, increasing by 34.8%. Utility vehicles were the primary growth driver, with sales surging 46.3% in the period. Exports saw a decline of 7.4% during the same month. The company crossed…
The Economic Times · Sep 1 Hyundai Motor India August sales rise 8.8% to 65,796 units Hyundai Motor India reported an 8.8 percent increase in total sales for August. Domestic sales saw a significant 23.6 percent year-on-year growth during the month. This August figure represents the highest ever recorded for the company. Exports were impacted by geopolitical issues and logistical constraints. The company remains optimistic about…
Motor1 · Sep 1 Slate's Compact Electric Pickup May Get A $3,000 High-Roof Cargo Kit Reports suggest Slate Auto’s $25,000 electric pickup could gain a modular high roof cargo kit targeting trades, small businesses, and van-life buyers who need enclosed space, but the company has not officially confirmed the option.
The Economic Times · Sep 1 Bajaj Auto shares rise 3% after August sales jump 28% YoY Bajaj Auto shares rose on Tuesday after the two- and three-wheeler maker reported a 28% year-on-year increase in August sales. Strong export growth drove the performance, with two-wheeler exports rising 53%. Commercial vehicle sales also grew 22%, while the company’s April-August sales increased 29% year-on-year.