ith a simple sustainability score. The ratings are based on a full life cycle analysis (LCA), covering everything from raw materials and production to use and disposal. It also measures emissions and energy use, giving a complete picture of a car’s environmental impact. VW Passat, it received a 3-star rating (52%). It scored well for clean air (6.8/10) due to good emission control, but had lower marks for greenhouse gases (3.4/10) because of it...

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first batch of customers. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for high-end hybrid mobility in Kazakhstan. It is built on the CMA Evo architecture and EM-P super hybrid system. It has a maximum WLTC combined range of 1100 km and a pure electric range of 200 km. The Lynk & Co 08 received a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP.  Based on social media updates of Geely International...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Tata Motors, India launches Altroz iCNG AMT On May 12, 2026, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited introduced an AMT variant of the Altroz iCNG, for a starting price of INR 870 thousand and going till INR 1.07 million, making it the first and only premium hatchback in India to offer an automatic transmission with a CNG powertrain. The car is powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron iCNG engine producing 73.5 PS and 103 Nm in CNG mode. Its key features i...

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Global NCAP gives zero-star adult safety rating to Toyota Starlet On May 13, Global NCAP announced that the outgoing version of the Toyota Starlet received a zero-star rating, while the child occupant protection was rated at three stars. The vehicle was tested as part of the #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign. The Starlet, manufactured in India, comes equipped with driver and passenger frontal airbags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard,...

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iciency and torque density while reducing energy losses and minimizing reliance on rare-earth materials. The second patent covers a Fault-Tolerant Five-Phase Interior Permanent Magnet Motor (PMSM) with dual inverter control, featuring an open-end winding configuration that enables switching between star mode for optimized startup efficiency and delta mode for high torque demand. The system can maintain operation even in the event of a single-phas...

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Green SM Laos strengthens electric mobility ecosystem with Umoney Payment integration Announced on April 24, 2026, Green SM Laos is expanding its electric ride-hailing ecosystem through a partnership with Star Fintech Sole (Umoney), integrating digital payment services across its mobility platform in Laos. Under the agreement, Umoney is integrated as a payment method within the Green SM app, while Green SM services are also made accessible via th...

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ludes a 14.6-inch central display, 8.8-inch digital cluster and Leap OS 4.0 Plus connectivity. Regarding safety, the B05 is built on a high-strength structure with 34,500 Nm/deg torsional rigidity and includes seven airbags and 21 ADAS functions supported by 14 sensors and cameras, targeting a five-star Euro NCAP rating. The vehicle is available to order with prices starting from EUR 26,900. (Stellantis on April 23, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Euro NCAP awards five trucks as 5-star safety rating in latest tests On April 22, Euro NCAP tested seven new trucks in the Regional Distribution category. Five trucks received the highest 5-star safety rating, and all were rated CitySafe. These trucks are medium-sized rigid vehicles, usually up to 18 tonnes with two axles. They are commonly used with box or curtain-sided bodies and offer better visibility than larger trucks. The trucks were teste...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

about 93%) and a new two-speed transmission that balances performance and efficiency. The electric car measures 4,883 mm x 1,892 mm x 1,503 mm (LxWxH), with a wheelbase of 2,962 mm. Exterior, features a sleek, coupe-like design with a bold front grille featuring 1,050 illuminated dots and a central star. The grille can light up and even show animations when the car is opened, closed, or charging. Its aerodynamic shape with a drag coefficient as l...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/21

Renault Duster scores 5 Stars in Bharat NCAP in India On April 20, BNCAP announced that the Renault Duster SUV has received a 5-star rating under Bharat NCAP (AIS-197), tested in March 2026 and published on April 20, 2026. The India-manufactured SUV scored 30.49 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45.00 out of 49 in Child Occupant Protection (COP). In the adult protection tests, the Duster scored 14.49 out of 16 in the frontal offset...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/21

Coscharis Motors partners with Asia Star, China, for electric buses in Nigeria On April 16, multiple sources reported that Coscharis Motors announced a partnership with Chinese bus manufacturer Asia Star. The collaboration builds on the recent delivery of 20 electric buses to the Abia State government. Recently, officials from Asia Star visited Coscharis’ facilities in Lagos to deepen operational alignment and assess capacity. The partnership w...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/17

South Korea's Enchem and AI Star to jointly develop next-generation secondary battery materials Enchem Co. Ltd. (Enchem), a South Korean electrolyte manufacturer, has announced that it will collaborate with AI Star, a South Korean big data solutions company, to develop next-generation secondary battery materials utilizing AI. Based on a five-year research and development (R&D) plan, the two companies will focus on optimizing electrolyte compositi...

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E-Tech, Dacia Bigster, Cadillac Optiq, Citroen C3, and Dacia Sandero. These results add to the safety ratings recently given by Euro NCAP and focus on each car’s environmental impact, energy efficiency, and running costs. The newly revived Renault 4 E-Tech and Renault 5 E-Tech, both achieved a 5-star sustainability rating from Green NCAP. They showed very low environmental impact and performed well in driving experience tests. In the tests, Re...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

a "Hello Volkswagen" voice assistant powered by Google Cloud's Automotive AI Agent, and a 10.25-inch full digital cockpit with four configurable views. It comes with six airbags that are standard across all variants, alongside over 40 active and passive safety features, with the Taigun carrying a 5-star Global NCAP rating. Based on Volkswagen India's press release...

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Zhengzhou Nissan exports first Frontier Pro pickup trucks On April 1, Zhengzhou Nissan held a shipment ceremony for the first Frontier Pro pickup trucks for export. The Frontier Pro, the first pickup truck model designed, developed, and manufactured by Nissan Motor’s Chinese team for the global market, is built on the α·Star global diversified off-road platform to incorporate AHT (All-scenario Hybrid Technology). The model is available in fue...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/09

SAVWIPL starts production of new Volkswagen Taigun at Chakan plant in India On April 7, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited commenced the production of the updated Volkswagen Taigun at its Chakan plant in Pune. It is building on over 143,000 units produced since the model's 2021 debut, of which approximately 30% have been exported to markets.  The new Taigun features updated exterior styling and additional premium features developed bas...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

Kia Seltos earns 5-star Bharat NCAP rating in India On March 30, 2026, Kia India announced that the all-new Seltos has received a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating with a combined score of 76.70, the highest for any ICE vehicle tested under the programme to date. It scored 31.70 points for Adult Occupant Protection, the highest-ever AOP score among ICE vehicles in BNCAP history, and 45.00 points for Child Occupant Protection. The vehicle is built on the...

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ons. Coming in 2027, Subaru will offer a standard-range Getaway model with a 77.0-kWh lithium-ion battery and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Details on that trim level will be available closer to market launch. The Getaway features Subaru’s unique lighting signature up front, including a six-star illuminated logo on all trim levels, dynamic daytime running lights, and front headlamps. While not announced as so, the Subaru Getaway is highly...

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at the end of the fiscal year 2026. An evaluation guide with specific examples will be released around the fall. Targeting the IT infrastructure of the companies that make up the supply chain (including operations in cloud environments), their security measures are evaluated in three categories: 3-star and 4-star (5-star will be considered in the future). A 3-star assumes a general cyberattack and requires basic countermeasures and system defens...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Hyundai Motors India Venue and Venue N Line score 5-star rating at Bharat NCAP On March 30, 2026, Hyundai Motor India announced that its all-new Venue and Venue N Line received a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP), with an Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) score of 31.147. Built on the Global K1 enhanced platform with 71% use of hot stamping, ultra-high strength, advanced high strength and high strength stee...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30