On April 24, Harman announced that Tata Motors (TML), has selected its Ignite Store as its in-vehicle app store. HARMAN Ignite Store is an automotive platform, which is fully compliant with Android automotive operating system (AAOS) standards that connects OEMs with developers to provide consumers with unique in-vehicle digital experiences. The store will power the Arcade. ev, TMLs recently launched a built-in app suite available in Nexon. ev and Punch. ev.
The list of apps will be continuously extended and the initial content partners include Gaana, Jio Saavn, Jio Pages, Beach Buggy Racing, TuneIn Radio, Pocketcasts, DASH Radio, Radioline, Trebble FM, Gaming and Video Apps. With HARMAN Ignite Store, OEMs and developers can realize digital revenue streams via new business models creating a stand-out and personalized driver experience for their customers. OEMs remain in control of the app catalog, the app store’s look and feel, and the commercial relationship with the end-user.
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On April 22, Tata Motors launched the Magic Bi-Fuel van variant of the 10-seater Tata Magic. It is powered by a 694cc engine and comes with a 60-litre CNG tank along with a 5-litre petrol tank, with a cumulative range of ~380 kilometers on a single fill. It also comes with added features such as an eco-switch, gearshift advisor, and enhanced driver ergonomics. It also announced that it achieved a milestone of 400 thousand customers of the Magic Van,
On Aril 16, Remsons Industries announced that it received multiple orders from Tata Motors for a supply of winches used for spare wheels. It is currently supplying winches to its models viz. Tigor, Altroz, and Punch, and the recent order is for its new model Nexon iCNG. The total size of the order stands at INR 300 million, which will be executed over three years.
With the help of the UK acquisition, Remsons was able to add various goods such as winches, jacks, and pedal boxes to its portfolio. Tata Motors showcased the Nexon iCNG, India's first car with a turbocharged CNG powertrain, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. The SUV is expected to be launched in the second half of 2024.