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Japan's car sales fall but at slower pace as supply constraints ease
Auto sales are among data closely watched by analysts for clues on how quickly Japan's output and consumption can recover from last year's pandemic-induced slump
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Why are SUVs catching the fancy of Indians?
More and more Indians now prefer SUVs -- some of them as bulky as mini trucks -- over hatchbacks and sedans. Let's examine the causes for the dramatic shift in consumer preferences towards SUVs
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Tesla starts 2022 with gains as bumper delivery numbers charge up shares
Shares of the world's most valuable carmaker ended up 13.5% at $1,199.78 each on Monday, marking the biggest daily percentage gain in nearly 10 months.
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Motorcycle maker Ducati to launch 11 models in India this year
New launches would include all-new models like the Scrambler 800 Urban Motard, Streetfighter V2, Multistrada V2, Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, Streetfighter V4 SP, MY22 Panigale V4 and the X
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Ashok Leyland sales slip 2% to 12,518 units in December 2021
Hinduja flagship firm Ashok Leyland on Monday reported a 2 per cent decline in total commercial vehicle sales to 12,518 units in December 2021.
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Lamborghini looks to deliver consistent growth in India during 2022
Italian super sports car maker Lamborghini is driving into 2022 looking to deliver consistent growth in India building on the momentum of a record year achieved in 2021
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Confident of retaining leadership position in SUV segment in 2022: Hyundai
Hyundai Motor India looks to maintain its leadership in the segment this year as demand for its models like Creta and Venue continues to be robust
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Hyundai to Maruti, carmakers ride SUV rush in quest for the pole position
Hyundai to Maruti, carmakers ride SUV rush in quest for the pole position
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Used car start-ups with tech and investor money are upping the pace
Start-ups armed with tech and investor money are upping the pace and legacy players are upping the ante
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Volvo to raise prices of select car models in India from January 1
As with the rest of the Indian auto industry, Volvo Car has also been impacted by rising input costs, the firm's MD said
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Mercedes' new mid-sized hatchback is a nod to growing AMG footprint
Different drive modes that range from dynamic to sport and more give the car a versatility in driving experience for different conditions on different trips
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Ola Electric begins rollout of charging points for its EVs across India
Ola Electric has built its Futurefactory. At full capacity of 10 million vehicles annually, it would be the world's largest two-wheeler factory and would handle 15 per cent of the world capacity
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M&M, TaMo aim to bolster product range, manage chip shortage next year
Riding on the success of their recent model launches, homegrown auto majors Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors are looking to further strengthen their product portfolios in 2022.
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Sustaining ops, biz health biggest issues for auto firms in 2022: MG Motor
Currently, the domestic market is witnessing increased demand, but it is also impacted by the global semiconductor shortage, which has hit production activities
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Electric vehicles set to get costlier from next year in India
Most EV makers, especially those of two-wheelers, are currently dependent on imports for their raw materials, with a maximum localisation of 50 per cent
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Pre-owned vehicle mkt in India likely to reach 8.2 mn units by FY26: Report
It also said that the market size is expected to grow to USD 70.8 billion by 2030 at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate of 14.8 per cent between 2021 and 2030
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Start-up Electra EV sees turnover doubling for its product as demand rises
25% of e-four-wheelers on Indian roads had an Electra EV powertrain in FY20, the company says.
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TVS Motor launches Apache RTR 165 RP at Rs 1.45 lakh
The 164.9-cc motorcycle generates 19.2 PS power and will be limited to 200 units
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Omicron worries may impact passenger vehicle supply: FADA
The industry body, however, noted that it expects the semiconductor shortage situation to normalise by the second half of next year
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Car review: Honda relaunches compact sedan Amaze with a tuck and a tweak
The car is powered by Honda's 1.2L i-VTEC petrol engine and 1.5L i-DTEC diesel engine, available in manual and CVT versions for both fuel options.
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