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Indian Auto Makers Report Mixed September 2026 Sales; PV and CV Grow

Indian Auto Makers Report Mixed September 2026 Sales; PV and CV Grow

Indian automotive manufacturers reported varied performance in September 2026, driven by strong passenger and commercial vehicle growth alongside slumping tractor sales.

Business ·2 Oct 2026, 14:40 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
New lithium mine in UK to create more than 100 jobs

New lithium mine in UK to create more than 100 jobs

Geothermal Engineering Limited is investing approximately £43 million into a new lithium extraction facility in Cornwall to support the electric vehicle sector.

Business ·27 Sep 2026, 22:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Suzuki targets 4 million annual production capacity in India by FY30

Suzuki targets 4 million annual production capacity in India by FY30

Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to reach four million units of annual production capacity in India by fiscal year 2030, driven by an SUV offensive and multi-pathway powertrains.

Business ·26 Sep 2026, 11:08 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Bentley unveils its first electric car with Torcal SUV

Bentley unveils its first electric car with Torcal SUV

Bentley has officially debuted the Torcal, its first fully electric luxury SUV featuring up to 888 PS and a starting price of £173,000.

Business ·23 Sep 2026, 23:07 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Tesla sets October 1 reveal for long-awaited Roadster

Tesla sets October 1 reveal for long-awaited Roadster

Tesla has scheduled an October 1, 2026, unveiling for the second-generation Roadster, following years of delays since its 2017 concept debut.

Transport ·20 Sep 2026, 18:09 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Andy Burnham faces postcode lottery warning over new EV cross-pavement rules

Andy Burnham faces postcode lottery warning over new EV cross-pavement rules

Andy Burnham is facing warnings over new electric vehicle regulations, with experts cautioning that driveway policies risk creating a postcode lottery.

Politics ·20 Sep 2026, 10:38 ·Clara West 4 min read
EV owner saw insurance rise from $1,180 to $1,690, and drivers say battery age isn't why

EV owner saw insurance rise from $1,180 to $1,690, and drivers say battery age isn't why

An electric vehicle owner's five-year insurance renewal history sparked online debate over whether an aging battery was driving up coverage expenses.

Sport ·19 Sep 2026, 11:41 ·Amelia Stone 4 min read
Dutch researchers successfully test world-first solar ambulance in Kenya

Dutch researchers successfully test world-first solar ambulance in Kenya

Developed by students from Eindhoven University of Technology, the Stella Juva solar-powered ambulance successfully completed trials in Kenya.

Sport ·14 Sep 2026, 23:10 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Jaguar Land Rover cuts 4,000 jobs over two years

Jaguar Land Rover cuts 4,000 jobs over two years

Automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is eliminating 4,000 positions over a two-year period, triggering widespread anxiety across the West Midlands.

Business ·8 Sep 2026, 14:35 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Tata Motors raises car and SUV prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September

Tata Motors raises car and SUV prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles is raising prices across its passenger vehicle catalog starting September 1 due to rising input costs and inflation.

Business ·21 Aug 2026, 10:35 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Indian auto sales surge in July with Tata and Hyundai hitting record volumes

Indian auto sales surge in July with Tata and Hyundai hitting record volumes

India's automobile sector recorded a strong start to the quarter, with major manufacturers hitting record sales volumes driven by domestic and rural growth.

Business ·1 Aug 2026, 12:03 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Rachel Reeves confirms annual mileage checks for electric vehicle tax

Rachel Reeves confirms annual mileage checks for electric vehicle tax

The government is introducing a new Vehicle Excise Duty for electric vehicles to address fuel duty revenue losses as drivers transition from petrol and diesel. Motorists will pay based on estimated annual mileage, which will be verified against records from annual MOT tests.

Politics ·16 Jul 2026, 01:11 ·Clara West 3 min read
Geely to launch E2 electric hatchback in South Africa this April

Geely to launch E2 electric hatchback in South Africa this April

Geely is set to introduce its E2 electric hatchback to South Africa in 2026 as it aims to increase its market share. The vehicle will compete with budget-conscious models like the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Business ·13 Jul 2026, 20:36 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Solar experts debate benefits and hurdles of car park energy projects

Solar experts debate benefits and hurdles of car park energy projects

Solar canopies over parking infrastructure are being explored as a method to generate renewable energy near high-demand areas. This approach faces various economic and logistical hurdles, alongside ongoing discussions regarding policy and grid integration.

Business ·12 Jul 2026, 15:34 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read

Fifth-gen BMW X5 unveiled with 5 different powertrains

BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5, featuring a diverse array of engines ranging from mild-hybrid variants to the innovative iX5 Hydrogen fuel-cell model. This redesign introduces significant changes to cabin architecture and removes third-row seating.

Business ·11 Jul 2026, 19:33 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
BYD offers full refunds after selling 1,265 vehicles with wrong model years

BYD offers full refunds after selling 1,265 vehicles with wrong model years

BYD has committed to providing full refunds to 1,265 Australian customers after the manufacturer admitted to selling 2025-built cars marketed as 2026 models.

Business ·11 Jul 2026, 13:06 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Tesla shares slide 8 percent despite beating quarterly delivery targets

Tesla shares slide 8 percent despite beating quarterly delivery targets

Tesla shares fell sharply despite exceeding quarterly delivery targets as investors reevaluate the company's valuation tied to AI and autonomous technology.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 23:10 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read