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Updated : Mar 04, 2024

Maruti Will Continue Its Focus On Hatchback Cars Says Maruti's Srivastava

Maruti Suzuki India on Friday reported a 15 per cent year-on-year increase in total wholesales at 1,97,471 units in February. The company had dispatched a total of 1,72,321 units in the same month last year. The total domestic passenger vehicle sales grew 9 per cent at 1,60,271 units as against 147,467 units in the month a year ago. Sales of mini segment cars, comprising Alto and S-Presso, declined to 14,782 units as against 21,875 units in February 2023. BTTV's Chetan Bhutani caught up with Maruti's Shashank Srivastava. Listen in.

Updated : Feb 05, 2024

Bengaluru Man Turns Alto K10 Into Self-Driving Car Using Smartphone

A video of a car going from Ludhiana to Jalandhar in self-driving mode recently went viral on social media. No, it was not a Tesla, but a Maruti Suzuki Alto K10, fitted with a smartphone, which was being used to control the car. The smartphone was controlling the car with the help of open-source software, FlowPilot, developed by a Bengaluru-based techie, Mankaran Singh, along with two of his friends over three years. Explaining the functioning of the software, Mankaran told India Today TV, "The phone is placed in such a way that the back camera faces the front and the front camera faces inside towards the driver to ensure that he is alert. It then sends inputs to the software."

Updated : Jan 29, 2024

Hyundai Creta 2024 Facelift Review

Discover the revamped 2024 Hyundai Creta with Business Today TV's Associate editor, Chetan Bhutani. The all new Creta features a striking design with a larger grille, split headlamps, and full-width lightbar. Packed with a 10.25-inch digital display, 360-degree camera, and ADAS, it offers safety and tech upgrades. With seven variants priced from Rs 11 lakh to Rs 20 lakh, it competes fiercely in the midsize SUV segment against rivals like Citroen C3 Aircross, Kia Seltos, and others.

Updated : Jan 24, 2024

"Punch.ev Will LeapFrog India Into An Era Of Pure EVs"

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors and the pioneer of India's EV revolution launched its first pure EV - the Punch.ev at an introductory starting price of Rs 10.99 lakh. The first product based on its recently introduced, advanced Pure EV architecture – acti.ev, the Punch.ev is available in three distinct personas - Smart, Adventure and Empowered. "With the launch of the Punch.ev, an SUV that goes beyond every day, we are taking our commitment to an all-new level by delivering a versatile EV that aligns with the evolving customer needs. It aims to catapult the Indian EV market, and leapfrog India into an era of pure EVs,” Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited & Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited, said.

Updated : Jan 24, 2024

Discovering the Hero Xtreme 125R: Features, Specs, Mileage & Pricing Unveiled

Hero MotoCorp has unveiled its latest addition to the 125cc segment, the Hero Xtreme 125R, responding to the growing demand for motorcycles in this category. Scheduled for deliveries starting February 20, 2023, the bike comes packed with features, specifications, and promises an impressive mileage. Join Harsh Verma as he explores and breaks down the distinctive attributes of the newly launched Hero Xtreme 125R, providing insights into its performance, design, and pricing details. Stay tuned to discover what makes this motorcycle stand out in the competitive 125cc segment.

Updated : Jan 24, 2024

Hero's Electrifying Future: Unveiling EV Plans

In the highly competitive 400cc segment, the stakes are rising with the much-anticipated unveiling of Hero MotoCorp's latest entrant, the Hero Maverick 440. As enthusiasts eagerly await the impact of Maverick on iconic rivals like the Bullet, a more electrifying dimension to Hero's future plans unfolds. Join BTTV's Harsh Verma in an engaging discussion with Hero MotoCorp's CEO, Mr. Niranjan Gupta, as he sheds light on the company's strategies to conquer the electric vehicle (EV) space in the years to come. Delve into the intriguing dynamics of the 400cc battle and explore Hero's ambitious roadmap for the evolving world of EVs in this must-watch conversation.

Updated : Jan 09, 2024

What Cars Is Mercedes launching In India?

Mercedes Benz India has kicked off 2024 by announcing that it will launch 12 new cars this year including three new EV’s. Speaking to BTTV’s Chetan Bhutani, Santosh Iyer, MD & CEO, Mercedes Benz India said players like Tesla are most welcome and it will only help in expanding the market. Iyer said that the company is not in a marathon to win volumes but be consumer centric. He also spoke about price hikes and the need for state governments to support electric vehicles.

Updated : Jan 09, 2024

Sony Honda Showcases Afeela Electric Car At CES, Las Vegas, Driven By Remote On Stage

Sony displayed the synergy it is creating between its various media, gaming and entertainment brands at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas. The electronics major displayed Afeela, the first electric car from its joint venture with Honda. The car was driven on the stage using a PlayStation 5 controller. The car uses Epic Games' Unreal Engine 5.3 to power the 3-D graphics and visuals that fill its massive dashboard display. Drivers and passengers will be treated to detailed 3D maps, virtual spaces and augmented reality views of the world around the Afeela. Content from Sony's shows will keep passengers entertained on the road and when parked and charging.

Updated : Dec 05, 2023

Hatchback & Entry Level Car Segment Will See A Revival Says Maruti's Shashank Srivastava

Maruti Suzuki India reported a 3.39 per cent rise in total sales at 1,64,439 units in November 2023 as compared to 1,59,044 units in the same month last year. Total domestic sales, comprising passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and third-party supplies, were at 1,41,489 units last month as against 1,39,306 units in the year-ago period, up 1.57 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India said in a regulatory filing. Overall domestic passenger vehicle (PV) sales stood at 1,34,158 units last month as compared to 1,32,395 units in November 2022, a growth of 1.33 per cent, it added.Sales of entry-level mini cars, comprising the Alto and S-Presso, were lower at 9,959 units as compared to 18,251 units in the same month last year. BTTV's Associate Editor, Chetan Bhutani spoke with Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Sales and Marketing, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.

Updated : Dec 01, 2023

What Is The New Delhi Cab Aggregator Policy?

The Delhi government on Wednesday notified the Delhi Motor Vehicle Aggregator and Delivery Service Provider Scheme — which mandates all cab aggregators and delivery service providers to switch their fleet entirely to electric by 2030 — in a bid to curtail the annual bad air crisis caused by vehicular emissions, among an array of other factors, in the Capital. BTTV's Associate Editor, Chetan Bhutani spoke with Kailash Gahlot, Cabinet Minister, Home, Transport, Law, Transport, IT and AR, Govt of NCT of Delhi on the cab aggregator policy

Updated : Dec 01, 2023

Maruti's Entry-Level Car Sales Drop 45% In November, Utility Vehicle Sales Up 50%

Despite the long festive season, the auto industry has clocked in mixed numbers for November. Passenger Vehicles have seen low single-digit growth, exports are down but two-wheeler sales have picked up pace. Here's everything you need to know about what the consumer demand for cars and bikes was in November from top auto manufacturers Maruti Suzuki, M&M, Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, Bajaj Auto & TVS Motors.

Updated : Nov 28, 2023

Public Charging To Cruising. EV Ride Life Explained!

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity in India, it becomes crucial to locate dependable public charging stations. While the current availability of public EV chargers may not match the ubiquity of fuel pumps every few kilometers, the growing number of electric vehicles on the roads is contributing to a proportional increase in the availability of EV charging stations. Business Today TV's Associate Editor Chetan Bhutani explains how to charge your EV at a public charging station.

Updated : Nov 24, 2023

JSW Steel Inches Closer To Dream Of Building Electric Cars In India

Media reports have hinted that the Sajjan Jindal-owned JSW Group is set to seal a deal in the next few days to acquire a 49% stake in MG Motors India. While the Chinese SAIC-owned company is already manufacturing SUVs in India, the path ahead under the new management could be electric. Much before all this, Sajjan Jindal had revealed his plans to enter the Electric Vehicle (EV) market in an exclusive conversation with Business Today TV Managing Editor Siddharth Zarabi at Davos, Switzerland. Here’s a part of that big reveal.

Updated : Nov 20, 2023

Commercial Vehicle Exports A Concern Says Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VECV

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, announced the launch of the Eicher Non-Stop Series, a new range of heavy duty trucks meticulously designed for the fast evolving long haul transportation in the country. BTTV's Associate Editor, Chetan Bhutani speaks to Vinod Aggarwal of VECV and asks him about the company's performance, alternate fuel trucks and outlook of the Indian automobile industry.

Updated : Nov 10, 2023

IndiGo Parent Ties Up With U.S. Company To Start Air Taxi Services In India

The jam-packed Indian metro cities of Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru could soon get an incredibly fast mode of transport with InterGlobe Enterprises tying up with U.S.-based Archer Aviation. The two will launch an all-electric air taxi service in India in 2026 that the companies claim will be “cost-competitive" with on-road taxi services. Interglobe is the parent company of IndiGo, India’s largest airline. Watch this report to know more about the services, and Midnight – the electric aircraft which will make the commuter hops a reality.

Updated : Nov 10, 2023

Festive Mood Check At Tata Motors Dealership In Delhi, A BTTV Ground Check

Sales of cars in festive season are seeing Record numbers. The dealerships are packed with people coming to taking delivery of their vehicle or enquiring about a possible purchase. Business Today TV's Associate Editor Chetan Bhutani visited Treo Tata dealership in South Delhi to see the demand. Chetan spoke with Ajay Agarwal, Owner of Treo Tata and also spoke with Sonali who was taking a delivery of her Tata Punch car. Watch this report.

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Bengaluru Man Turns Alto K10 Into Self-Driving Car Using Smartphone

Hyundai Creta 2024 Facelift Review

"Punch.ev Will LeapFrog India Into An Era Of Pure EVs"

Discovering the Hero Xtreme 125R: Features, Specs, Mileage & Pricing Unveiled

Hero's Electrifying Future: Unveiling EV Plans

What Cars Is Mercedes launching In India?

Sony Honda Showcases Afeela Electric Car At CES, Las Vegas, Driven By Remote On Stage

Hatchback & Entry Level Car Segment Will See A Revival Says Maruti's Shashank Srivastava

What Is The New Delhi Cab Aggregator Policy?

Maruti's Entry-Level Car Sales Drop 45% In November, Utility Vehicle Sales Up 50%

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