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: PTI | Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday launched the capital's second automated vehicle testing station at Tehkhand depot in South Delhi. Gupta also launched 50 new electric buses, bringing the total number of buses to 6,840, of which 5,088 are electric vehicles. "Our government is continuously working towards clean mobility; the government is working on solutions for… ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

BERLIN,- Volkswagen AG's supervisory board agreed to a comprehensive restructuring plan dubbed "Future Plan 2030" which it said was essential to restore competitiveness and secure the group for the future. Here are ​the main details of the plan outlined by the group, which has been ‌struggling in the face of slumping demand and increasing competition from China. JOB CUTS As part of the plan… ➪ … [Read more...]

Summary (Reuters) – European shares ticked lower on Friday ahead of closely watched U.S. ‌jobs data, while Volkswagen's shares rallied after the automaker announced a major transformation plan. The pan-European STOXX 600 was down 0.2% at 648.08 points by 0838 GMT. Germany's DAX inched 0.1% lower, London's FTSE ​dropped 0.2% and France's CAC 40 also dipped 0.2%. Volkswagen gained 5.7% ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

Summary HANOI, (Reuters) – Vietnamese electric taxi operator Green and Smart Mobility (GSM), a partner of VinFast, the country's largest carmaker, plans to expand into ​the U.S. and Europe ahead of a targeted 2028 initial public offering in Hong Kong, the company said. The move underscores the firm's growing overseas ‌ambitions after it rapidly gained market share in Vietnam after a 2023… ➪ … [Read more...]

Summary UK registrations of battery electric vehicles rose ‌about 30% in August from a year earlier, making it the single biggest fuel type in the market last month, New AutoMotive data showed on Thursday. Total new car registrations in Britain were up 17.5% year-on-year ​to 93,977 units last month, with battery electric vehicle registrations grabbing a nearly 30% ​market share at 27,876… ➪ … [Read more...]

BERLIN, (Reuters) – With a confrontation brewing between management and unions over Volkswagen's restructuring plans amid wider efforts to protect the future of German auto production, attention is turning to the industry's 35-hour working week. Automakers complain high domestic costs weigh ​on profit at a time when cheaper models from abroad are stealing market share, part of a ‌broader… ➪ … [Read more...]

Summary WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – A group representing major automakers on Thursday urged Congress to pass ​legislation permanently barring Chinese vehicles from the U.S. market before the end of the year. The Alliance for ‌Automotive Innovation, which represents General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Honda, Stellantis and other major automakers, called for quick action. ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

Summary AUSTIN, Texas, (Reuters) – Tesla said on Thursday it was offering rides in "limited areas of Austin, Texas" in its two-seater Cybercab, a vehicle without ​a steering wheel or pedals, with the U.S. auto safety agency responding that it was evaluating the effort. CEO Elon Musk has said the Cybercab is key to transforming Tesla ‌into a dominant force in driverless vehicles. ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

Summary FRANKFURT/BERLIN, (Reuters) – Volkswagen ​shares hit an 11-week high after the supervisory board of Europe's largest automaker late on Thursday struck an ambitious turnaround ‌agreement that put the focus on sweeping job cuts and averted a clash between major stakeholders. The deal on the biggest restructuring in the group's 89-year history includes a further 50,000 job cuts… ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

WAF THINK TANK India's Top Rated Car Showrooms as per the Actual Voice of Customers CarPhD India's First National Road Safety Index WAF Book Early or Watch Later on WAF TV with FOMO! Take me to IVASS Site INDIA You Don't Always Need More Technicians. You Need More from Every Technician. WAF PM Modi Calls on Auto Industry to Pursue Excellence to Advance Viksit Bharat WAF Mr… ➪ Continue reading … [Read more...]

New Delhi, 03rd September 2026: The Executive Committee of Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the apex body representing the country's leading automobile manufacturers, today elected Mr Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director & CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd., as its new President for 2026-27. Mr Shenu Agarwal, who previously served as the Vice President of SIAM, succeeds Mr Shailesh … [Read more...]

New Delhi, 3rd September 2026: During the 66th Annual Convention of The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi shared a special message at the convention stating, "India's automobile industry is well placed to further expand its global presence as the country's mobility ecosystem undergoes a fundamental transformation. ➪ … [Read more...]

New Delhi, 3 September 2026: At the 66th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Special Plenary Session 1, themed "Driving Global Leadership in Sustainable Mobility," discussed India's roadmap to become a global leader in sustainable mobility by 2047. Guest of Honour, Mr Tarun Kapoor, Advisor to Hon'ble Prime Minister, Government of India… ➪ Continue reading … [Read more...]

San Salvador/ New Delhi, August 31, 2026: Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has announced a new phase of growth in El Salvador through a strategic alliance with VELOSA (Oriental Motors, S.A.). With extensive regional automotive experience, proven distribution expertise and strong operational capabilities, VELOSA will play a key role in expanding Hero… ➪ … [Read more...]

: PTI | Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Tuesday flagged off the inaugural edition of 'Ladakh Bike Week 2026' to showcase Ladakh's growing stature as a premier motorcycling and high-altitude adventure tourism destination. Ladakh Bike Week 2026 is one of the eight flagship UT-level tourism festivals identified for destination promotion, visitor engagement and diversification of… ➪ … [Read more...]

: PTI | Goa has failed to achieve its targeted electric vehicle (EV) adoption levels, with the state government attributing the shortfall primarily to inadequate charging infrastructure and the higher upfront cost of EVs compared to conventional internal combustion engine vehicles. State New and Renewable Energy Minister Ramkrishna Dhavlikar shared the details in a written reply to a… ➪ Continue … [Read more...]

PARIS, (Reuters) – France has begun tests on two cars to better assess Tesla's FSD advanced driver assistance system, French Minister of Transport ​Philippe Tabarot said, in a move that could bring Europe ‌a step closer to approval of Elon Musk's autonomous driving technology. Netherlands road authority RDW approved Tesla's Full Self Driving system for use on Dutch roads on a provisional … [Read more...]

PARIS, (Reuters) – Criminal use of informal banking networks has become a global problem and is ​growing, the Financial Action Task Force said ‌on Thursday, urging companies and governments to do more to combat professional money-laundering services. Here's what the global ​money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog FATF ​said in a report: Reporting by ​Elizabeth Howcroft in Paris… ➪ … [Read more...]

Bodyshop capacity has become a strategic concern for OEMs and dealer networks alike, not just a floor-level scheduling issue. Technician availability is tightening, repair complexity is rising, and customer expectations on turnaround time continue to climb — regardless of brand or market. The question dealer networks now face isn't just "how do we hire more technicians" — it's "how do we get… ➪ … [Read more...]

SAN FRANCISCO, (Reuters) – Tesla is set to hold an event for its purpose-built robotaxi Cybercab in Austin, Texas, on Thursday, amid much fanfare, as well as questions ​about regulatory hurdles and safety of the technology. Here are some details: Reporting by Abhirup Roy in San Francisco; Editing by Peter Henderson and Jamie Freed… worldautoforum.com … [Read more...]