T Murrali Global automotive components major Magna International has been developing new products focusing on the aspiration levels of the next generation. Amongst several new technologies that the Canadian company developed is the ‘hands-free’ car that can take up the entire responsibility of driving, beyond a particular speed, say 60 mph and cruise at the determined speed. The vehicle can[Read More…]
The much awaited new MINI 3-door and the new MINI 5-door were launched in India at an event held at the Mehboob Studio, Mumbai. Both the models enunciate the character with fun behind the wheel due to its evolutionary refinement, sporty looks as well as premium style. From today both the models will be available at MINI dealerships across India[Read More…]
Bayer MaterialScience is getting a new head of Industrial Operations and Technology. Dr. Klaus Schäfer will assume global responsibility for this unit effective January 1, 2015. He will also become a member of the company’s highest leadership circle, the Executive Committee, at that same time. Schäfer, 52, who has previously served in other leadership roles at Bayer MaterialScience, will succeed[Read More…]
GKN Land Systems is ramping up production of a new hybrid technology for buses that will enable operators to save fuel, reduce fares and make some routes more viable. Demand for the company’s Gyrodrive electric flywheel hybrid is growing following successful trials in London and the start of UK production. GKN Land Systems CEO Phil Swash said: “Gyrodrive is the[Read More…]
BASF Automotive Refinish has launched its new SmartCOLOR Online tool, which will provide collision repair centers and distributors with speedy access to its online color retrieval system . The tool, which allows access from computers and mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, provides information on all of the latest color formulations in BASF’s global color database. “ The advantage of the SmartCOLOR Online tool is[Read More…]
By Bhargav TS Maruti Suzuki has launched the new generation of its small car Alto K10. The new K10 is the second car in the Maruti Suzuki portfolio to get the AMT transmission (Auto Gear Shift/AGS) after the Celerio; this made the Alto K10 the most affordable automatic to go on sale in India at Rs 3.94 lakh. The car[Read More…]
The Board of Directors of Royal Dutch Shell plc (the ‘Company’) is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles O. Holliday as Chairman with effect from the conclusion of the 2015 Annual General Meeting (‘AGM’), subject to his re-appointment as a Director of the Company by shareholders at the AGM. Holliday will succeed Jorma Ollila who will step down from[Read More…]
Text & Photos: Bhargav TS At the Delhi Auto Expo, Fiat India unveiled plans to bring in 4 new cars into the country this year, which include refreshed models of Linea and Punto. The Linea has already received an update and the Italian auto major has launched it in the Indian market with a minor facelift. Now, the company has[Read More…]
Driver assistance systems can save lives. Nearly 680,000 – almost one-quarter – of the 2.95 million new cars registered in Germany last year can do just that – warn a tired driver before he causes an accident. This makes driver drowsiness detection the most frequently installed function in new cars. The 6 assistance systems used most often in new cars[Read More…]
The 8HP by ZF is the first 8-speed automatic transmission to be installed ex works in an Iveco Daily 8HP scores with energy efficiency and travel comfort Iveco is “International Van of the Year 2015” – not least thanks to its fuel efficiency The more demanding the requirements for comfort and efficiency, the more important are advanced transmissions –[Read More…]
