Addressing shareholders in the company’s Annual Report for 2022-23, he noted that the British automaker is set to transform into a modern luxury vehicle business The transformation of Jaguar into an all-electric luxury brand is on track with first new vehicles to be launched in 2025, according to Jaguar Land Rover chairman N. Chandrasekaran. Addressing […]
JLR to partner with Indian firm Agratas for new gen 120kWh EV batteries – EQ Mag
For its future EVs, JLR will use Tata-owned Agratas’ battery packs that provide a range of up to 720km. JLR (formerly known as Jaguar Land Rover) will partner Indian company Agratas to source battery packs that will give its EVs a range of up to 720km, the company told investors on Monday. Agratas is owned […]
Toyota unveils battery electric vehicle initiatives, aims for a commercial solid-state battery by 2027 – EQ Mag
Japan-based auto manufacturer Toyota has announced that it will introduce high-performance, solid-state batteries and other technologies to improve the range and performance and to cut costs of its electric vehicles. The company aims for a commercial solid-state battery as soon as 2027. It seeks to win over customers by offering vehicles with quicker charging times […]
Foreign automakers get a second chance as India transitions to EVs – EQ Mag
But with the advent of EVs, firms like MG Motor India Pvt, the local unit of China’s SAIC Motor Corp., Renault SA, Nissan Motor Co. and Volkswagen AG may finally gain a better foothold India’s transition to electric vehicles is giving automakers whose conventional gasoline cars have failed to make a mark a second chance. […]
Toyota unveils innovations to improve range, performance of electric vehicles – EQ Mag
TOKYO : Toyota (7203.T) will introduce high-performance, solid-state batteries and other technologies to improve the driving range and cut costs of future electric vehicles (EVs), the automaker said on Tuesday, a strategic pivot that sent its shares higher. The Japanese giant’s technology roadmap, covering aspects as varied as next-generation battery development and a radical redesign […]
EV makers body petitions NGT for green tax on fuel-based 2-wheelers – EQ Mag
New Delhi : Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles on Tuesday said it has petitioned the National Green Tribunal (NGT) expressing concerns against the government’s move to cut FAME II subsidy and support a ‘Green Tax’ on fuel-based two-wheelers. The Ministry of Heavy Industries’ latest decision to cut down FAME II subsidies is likely to […]
Jaguar evolution into all-electric brand on track; new model launches slated in 2025, says Chandrasekaran – EQ Mag
The transformation of Jaguar into an all-electric luxury brand is on track with first new vehicles to be launched in 2025, according to Jaguar Land Rover Chairman N Chandrasekaran. Addressing shareholders in the company’s Annual Report for 2022-23, he noted that the British automaker is set to transform into a modern luxury vehicle business. Jaguar […]
Tesla’s record run drives nearly USD 200 billion jump in value – EQ Mag
The clouds are finally parting for Tesla Inc. investors who stuck with the electric-vehicle maker through a rough ride. A rush of good news for the company and the return of bullish market conviction have put the stock on pace to more than double this year. The Elon Musk-led EV company has added more than […]
Ford Charts a New Path: Plans to Sidestep Dealerships through Online Car Sales – EQ Mag
In a radical shift from conventional sales practices, Ford Motor Company is set to transform the customer experience by selling cars directly to consumers via online platforms. Ford CEO Jim Farley envisions a fresh approach to auto sales which, he believes, will enhance the consumer experience and thereby bolster sales figures. His plan? Leapfrog the […]
Porsche-Designed Electric Scooter Full of Taiwanese Flavors – EQ Mag
Yadea has officially announced its electric scooter F200, which is primarily designed by Porsche, and not only does it possess powerful performance, but also resembles scooters seen in Taiwan. Unfortunately, the model will not be released in the Taiwanese market. VF F200, the brainchild between Yadea and Porsche Design, was finally announced officially this week. […]