Foxconn signs EV pact with Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors

Foxconn signs EV pact with Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors

It marks Foxconn’s first major contract in the fast-growing EV sector [File] | Photo Credit: AP The EV unit of Taiwanese technology giant Foxconn has agreed in principle to develop and supply an electric vehicle model to Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors, the companies said Wednesday. It marks Foxconn’s first major contract in the fast-growing EV sector, … Read more

Amazon’s robotaxi unit Zoox agrees to software recall after self-driving crash

Amazon’s robotaxi unit Zoox agrees to software recall after self-driving crash

In April, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration closed a probe into 258 Zoox vehicles over a braking issue [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Amazon.com’s self-driving unit Zoox agreed to recall 270 driverless vehicles after an unoccupied robotaxi was involved in an April 8 crash with a passenger car in Las Vegas. Zoox said on … Read more

Toyota, Waymo explore collaboration to speed up self-driving tech

Toyota, Waymo explore collaboration to speed up self-driving tech

Waymo started collecting data in Tokyo with test rides operated by human drivers to map key areas of the Japanese capital [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Toyota Motor and Alphabet’s Waymo said on Wednesday they have agreed to explore a collaboration on speeding up the development and deployment of autonomous driving technology. The two companies in … Read more

Royal Enfield Launches 2025 Hunter 350

Royal Enfield Launches 2025 Hunter 350

Royal Enfield has strengthened its position in the urban mid-size motorcycle segment with the launch of the updated 2025 Hunter 350. The refreshed model introduces new colour options, mechanical upgrades, and improved rider-focused features aimed at enhancing everyday usability and riding comfort. The 2025 Hunter 350 is now available in three new colourways: Rio White, … Read more

Smart driving new front in China car wars despite fatal crash

Smart driving new front in China car wars despite fatal crash

There came a fatal accident in March involving a Xiaomi SU7 that had been in assisted driving mode just before it crashed [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Intelligent driving features are the new battleground in China’s merciless car market, with competition spurring brands to world-leading advances — but a recent fatal crash has seen the … Read more

Tesla could benefit the most from new rules on reporting of self-driving car crashes

Tesla could benefit the most from new rules on reporting of self-driving car crashes

Tesla stock soared nearly 10% Friday on the rule changes [File] | Photo Credit: AP Rule changes announced by the Trump administration this week could allow automakers to report fewer crashes involving self-driving cars, with Tesla potentially emerging as the main beneficiary. The Transportation Department announced Thursday that it will no longer require automakers to … Read more

Renault opens new design centre in Chennai

Renault opens new design centre in Chennai

The Chennai design centre is now Renault’s largest such facility outside of France  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Renault is hitting the reset button in India with a bold new strategy that puts design and innovation at the core of its operations. With the inauguration of its largest design centre outside France, the company is … Read more

New Škoda Kodiaq Review: Full-size Family SUV

New Škoda Kodiaq Review: Full-size Family SUV

In the world of full-size SUVs, where space meets sophistication, the new Škoda Kodiaq makes a compelling case for itself. Now longer, sleeker, and richer in detail, this second-generation model has evolved beyond just size—it feels like Škoda has truly gone upmarket, blurring the line between premium mass market and entry-level luxury. The Skoda Kodiaq’s … Read more

TVS Apache RR 310 Race Replica launched in Sepang Blue with track-focussed upgrades

TVS Apache RR 310 Race Replica launched in Sepang Blue with track-focussed upgrades

TVS Apache RR 310  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The TVS Apache RR 310 continues to solidify its place in the super sport motorcycle segment with its latest update for 2025. Drawing from TVS Racing’s 43-year legacy, including its dominance in the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) — where it clocked a best lap time … Read more