Kia Connect app users will now see a new “Drive Green” feature, launched by Kia India on 25 November 2025, aimed at promoting eco-friendly driving among EV owners. At present, the feature is available for the Kia Carens Clavis EV under the “New Services” tab on the app, with plans to roll it out to…
Noida and Ghaziabad authorities have announced a sweeping clean-transport policy: from 1 January 2026, all commercial fleet vehicles in these districts must run exclusively on CNG or electricity. The mandate covers a broad set of operators, including taxis, auto-rickshaws, delivery services, school vans, and ride-hailing platforms such as Ola and Uber. MillenniumPost Under the new…
Only about 13% of electric vehicle (EV) models made in India currently qualify for the government’s PLI (Production-Linked Incentive) scheme, exposing a deep reliance on imported parts, especially from China. The Economic Times According to reports, just 6 out of 46 EV models sold in India meet the domestic value-addition (DVA) requirements set by the…
The Supreme Court on Thursday said it may be time for the government to re-evaluate the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP), 2020, in light of slow progress, urging fresh thinking to accelerate EV adoption. The Law Advice During a hearing of a public interest litigation on e-mobility implementation, a two-judge bench (Justices Surya Kant…
At the China International Import Expo (CIIE), Volkswagen Group showcased a bold local strategy to deepen its electric vehicle-tech capabilities in China. The automaker displayed eight next–generation connected vehicles, including five electric models, while reinforcing its “In China, for China” vision. Yicai Global A big part of VW’s plan is its joint venture with Horizon…
The Odisha government convened a high-level stakeholder consultation to finalize its upcoming EV Policy 2.0, intensifying its push toward green mobility. The meeting, led by the Commerce & Transport and Energy Departments, was chaired by Principal Secretaries Usha Padhee and Vishal Kumar Dev. Pragativadi Officials set an ambitious target: by 2036, at least 50 percent…
At the 84th Annual Session of the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) in Bhubaneswar, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari called for a radical shift in India’s mobility and infrastructure agenda, championing green fuels, sustainable materials, and advanced engineering standards. His address spotlighted how India is moving from being a fuel-importing country to one positioned as a fuel…
Kia India has launched an industry-first “Plant Remote Over-The-Air” (OTA) software update feature for its connected vehicle lineup, marking a major step in factory-digitisation and customer readiness. The update capability will be available on Kia’s models equipped with the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (CCNC) system and allows vehicles to receive the latest software while still…
TVS Motor Company is driving the global revival of iconic British motorcycle brand Norton Motorcycles with an investment of more than £200 million (approx. ₹2,321 crore). The strategic move follows TVS’s acquisition of Norton in April 2020 and underscores its ambition to reposition Norton as a premium global marque. Moneycontrol In its official statement, Norton…
Marelli has inaugurated a new technical research and development facility in Bengaluru, marking a significant expansion of its engineering operations in India. The new centre, officially opened on 5 November 2025, is located at Embassy Manyata Tech Park and is designed to host around 350 engineers. With this addition, Marelli’s total R&D capacity in India…
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