shredding, metal leaching, to purification—is developed and patented in-house. The proposed project will expand the company's current pilot setup into a full-scale commercial recycling facility. With seven patents filed, including two already granted. Based on the PIB India press release (Release ID: 2139197)...

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mport Completely Built-in Units (CBUs) of electric four-wheelers with a minimum CIF value of USD 35,000 at a reduced customs duty of 15% for 5 years from the Application Approval Date. Approved applicants would be required to make a minimum investment of INR 41.5 billion. Based on PIB press release id 2139145...

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MOIA unveils VW ID. Buzz AD for scalable mobility services On June 17, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, unveiled Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD, first fully autonomous production vehicle which is designed specifically for mobility services. It's part of a full package that includes the vehicle, software, and services—offering a ready-to-use solution for public and private mobility providers. The complete solution includes a road-approved vehicle...

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quity from Sumitomo Corporation and 15% from Isuzu Motors Limited, amounting to a total of 58.96%. Additionally, M&M will launch an open offer to acquire up to 26% of the shares from public shareholders in accordance with SEBI’s takeover regulations. Based on the PIB India press release (Release ID: 2137017),/ Based on the Mahindra and Mahindra stock exchange notification...

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Tesla, Jeep lead in 2025 American-Made Index On June 17, Cars.com unveiled its 20th annual American-Made Index (AMI). Released amid rising tariffs and inflationary pressures, this year's index is of interest to OEMs, suppliers, consumers, and the U.S. government. The American-Made Index ranks cars based on five factors:     •    Location(s) of final assembly   •    Percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts as per the American Automobile ...

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Maruti Suzuki, India opens rail siding at Manesar plant On June 17, Maruti Suzuki India Limited (Maruti Suzuki) inaugurated the automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal, which is connected to Patli railway station through a 10 km dedicated rail link at its Manesar plant in Haryana. The project involved a total investment of INR 8 billion, with INR 6.84 billion contributed by HRIDC (Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation) and...

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Indian Government notifies guidelines for scheme to promote electric car manufacturing On June 2, the Government of India approved a scheme to promote the domestic manufacture of passenger cars, with a special focus on electric vehicles (EVs). It will attract investments from global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and promote India as a leading manufacturing destination for EVs.  The approved applicants will be permitted to import Completely...

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VW extends U.S. pricing guarantee through June amid tariffs On May 29, it was reported that Volkswagen of America will continue to maintain current vehicle sticker prices now through June as it continues to face the impact of U.S. tariffs. “In an effort to keep vehicles affordable for our customers, the brand will cover today’s increased costs,” VWoA said in a statement, saying it will “make pricing decisions that ensure our vehicles rema...

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ly. The assistant learns the user’s habits over time. For example, if the user turns on seat heating every morning, it might suggest doing it automatically in the future. It can also learn preferences for climate settings, phone calls, and music—with user’s permission. Volkswagen’s upcoming ID. AURA sedan in China will launch a new AI-based driver assistance system. Developed by CARIAD and Horizon Robotics at their CARIZON joint venture, ...

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porting ring gears, flex plates, and water pump bearings. MPPL is engaged in manufacturing precision products for different industries and manufactures products based on the design requirements of its customers. Both JKMPTL and JKMGAL do not have any operations currently. Based on PIB press release id 2131759 ...

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VW introduces ID.4 in Mexico On May 23, Volkswagen officially launched the ID.4 in Mexico, marking its entry into the country’s electric vehicle market with its first all-electric SUV. Built on the MEB platform, the ID.4 features a dual-motor AWD version that delivers 335 hp and 545 Nm of torque, powered by an 82-kWh battery offering up to 423 km range. It has a sleek, aerodynamic design, LED lighting, illuminated emblems, and a spacious “Ope...

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Indian Government discusses rollout of electric buses with multiple states On May 22, the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel chaired a meeting on the rollout of electric buses under the PM e-Drive Scheme. Following detailed deliberations, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has assured that approximately 4,500 electric buses will be provided to Bengaluru, 2,000 to Hyderabad, 2,800 to Delhi, 1,000 to Ahmedabad, and 600 to Surat under the c...

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the implementation of EV charging infrastructure under the PM E-Drive scheme. With a financial outlay of INR 20 billion, the PM E-Drive scheme will support the installation of approximately 72,000 EV public charging stations across the country.  BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited) is being considered as the nodal agency for demand aggregation and for the development of a unified digital super app. The app will feature real-time slot booking,...

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AT has started pre-series battery assembly at a new plant in Martorell. This phase, which combines manual and automated tasks, is used to test equipment and processes before full production begins. Eventually, the plant will use fully automated systems and employ 500 people. A 600-metre automated bridge is also under construction to transfer batteries directly to the assembly line, keeping production efficient and continuous.With an investment of...

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Innoviz, Israel to integrate InnovizTwo lidar units into VW ID. Buzz AD On May 13, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced an expansion of its collaboration with Volkswagen Autonomous Mobility to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo lidar units into the ID. Buzz AD,  VW's L4 autonomous shuttle. The expansion is expected to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo lidar units into the ID. Buzz AD autonomous shuttle platform, supporting MOIA's pla...

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Indian Government approves semiconductor JV of HCL and Foxconn On May 14, the Union Cabinet of India approved the establishment of one more semiconductor unit under the India Semiconductor Mission. It is a joint venture of HCL and Foxconn. Together, they will set up a plant near Jewar airport in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority or YEIDA. This plant will manufacture display driver chips for mobile phones, laptops, automobiles...

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Renesas opens Semiconductor Design Centre for 3nm chips in India On May 12, the Minister for Electronics & Information Technology inaugurated two new state-of-the-art design facilities of Renesas Electronics India Private Limited, located in Noida and Bengaluru. These are India’s first design centers to work on 3-nanometer chip design.  The new Bengaluru office is Renesas’ largest site in India. It brings together approximately 500 team memb...

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Infineon presents trench based SiC superjunction (TSJ) technology concept On May 6, Infineon introduced a trench-based SiC superjunction (TSJ) technology concept to expand the technological capabilities of silicon carbide. The combination of trench and superjunction technology enables higher efficiency and more compact designs. Infineon will gradually expand its CoolSiC product portfolio, leveraging SiC TSJ technology. This expansion will encompa...

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ct portfolio that includes PHEVs and BEVs, with production and exports expected to begin in the coming years. The plan is being carried out in collaboration with government agencies and Volkswagen’s headquarters. While no specific models or destinations were officially confirmed, a presentation slide showed the Volkswagen ID.4, previously showcased in Malaysia, alongside the flags of Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Volkswagen’s approach is ...

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VW and Uber to deploy autonomous ID. Buzz vans in U.S. market On April 24, Volkswagen Group of America Inc.’s autonomous mobility subsidiary Volkswagen ADMT, LLC, and Uber Technologies, Inc. announced a strategic partnership to deploy a fleet of thousands of all-electric, fully autonomous ID. Buzz AD vehicles within multiple U.S. markets over the next decade. Testing will begin later in 2025, with the first commercial launch expected in Los Ang...

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