Author: Central Desk

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (Mitsubishi Motors) has announced that its all-new Xforce compact SUV earned the highest safety rating of five stars from the 2024 ASEAN NCAP, a rigorous assessment for new vehicles within the ASEAN region. This accolade reflects Mitsubishi Motors’ dedication to a safety-first philosophy, striving for a zero-accident mobility society. The company remains focused on developing advanced safety technologies and promoting traffic safety awareness. The Xforce features the high-rigidity RISE body, designed to absorb energy and minimize cabin deformation during collisions. Additionally, six SRS airbags enhance collision safety. Advanced safety features include Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM), Blind Spot…

A major admission from Japan’s leading automaker, Toyota, reveals substantial lapses in vehicle certification processes, triggering a nationwide uproar. The Japanese government has ordered the company to implement ‘drastic reforms’ after new certification violations surfaced, indicating deliberate misconduct and irregularities across several models previously undisclosed. On July 31, 2024, the Japanese Transport Ministry’s corrective order required Toyota to revamp its certification operations to restore public trust and comply with legal standards. Intensive on-site inspections by regulatory officials exposed alarming discrepancies in Toyota’s vehicle certification procedures. Irregularities were identified in seven additional Toyota vehicle models, including some still in production. Initial…

France’s impending 2035 deadline to phase out new combustion engine vehicles presents a significant challenge for the automotive sector and auto workers. While optimism surges in regions like the north, where a ‘Battery Valley’ is emerging, parts suppliers in other areas feel apprehensive. The European mandate permits the sale of new petrol and diesel cars only for the next decade, necessitating a swift transformation for the industry, which employs 200,000 people in France. Severine Person, a quality control expert at Walor’s facility in Vouziers, northeastern Ardennes, expressed concerns about the shift to electric vehicles (EVs). “The transition (to electric vehicles),…

BYD, the premier manufacturer of new energy vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs), has secured a multi-year collaboration with Uber, set to roll out 100,000 new BYD EVs on the Uber platform across key global markets. Initial Focus: Europe and Latin America The collaboration targets Europe and Latin America first, providing Uber drivers access to competitive pricing and financing for BYD vehicles. Expansion plans include markets across the Middle East, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, boosting EV adoption in these regions. A Synergy of Leaders Uber and BYD both dominate their fields. Uber operates the most extensive on-demand EV network worldwide,…

Ford Motor Company is evaluating a return to the Indian market, just two years after its departure in 2021. A renewed strategy, emphasizing major investments and a commitment to electric vehicles and sustainability, has been proposed. This initiative, led by CEO Jim Farley, is currently under review by Ford’s global team. Sources reveal that a comprehensive feasibility report on India’s market growth potential is now under consideration at Ford’s headquarters. “We expect a positive response,” a source indicated to the Times of India. Ford’s prior investment of over $2 billion in India saw success with models like the EcoSport mini-SUV…

The all-new 2025 Infiniti QX80 is set to make its debut at retailers across the U.S. and Canada. Production is accelerating at Infiniti’s Kyushu plant in Japan, a facility employing over 3,000 local workers and producing the luxury SUV since its second-generation launch in 2010. This plant recently underwent significant upgrades, preparing the workforce for the assembly of a more stylish, comfortable, and technologically advanced QX80. Akira Kiyota, general foreman and a core member since the prototype phase, expressed immense pride as the new QX80 rolled off the production line. “When the engine on the first car started and it…

Leading figures in Pakistan’s automotive industry announced plans to export locally assembled and manufactured vehicles, stressing the necessity of trade agreements with importing countries. Stakeholders, including Indus Motor Company and Pak Suzuki, urged the government to negotiate deals that ease tariffs and support export growth, aligning with the Auto Industry Development and Export Policy 2021-2026 (AIDEP). AIDEP, introduced in 2021, sets ambitious targets for the industry, focusing on localization and initiating exports. This policy aims to phase out incentives for local car assemblers, creating an open market for new players. Indus Motor and Suzuki have formally announced their export plans,…

Green NCAP has unveiled an update to its Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data and fact sheets, marking significant progress in the automotive industry’s efforts to reduce carbon footprints. This comprehensive update includes expanded data coverage across countries like Norway and new fuel types such as LPG and E85. It also features up-to-date information on battery production, electricity supply, and biofuel mixes, reflecting the evolving energy sector. Through this recent data update, Green NCAP highlights the positive changes within the industry. From improved raw materials for biofuels to increased efficiency in battery production, the updated LCA data showcases the advancements in…

Porsche has unveiled a initiative to solidify its foothold in Central Europe by founding a subsidiary in Poland. Porsche Polska sp . z o .o will commence operations on January 1, 2025. This move shifts sales activities from Volkswagen Group Polska to the new entity, with Wojciech Grzegorski, 43, stepping in as CEO. Poland’s dynamic economic landscape offers fertile ground for Porsche’s ambitious plans. Detlev von Platen, Member of the Executive Board for Sales and Marketing at Porsche AG, underscored the significance of this expansion: Poland is a burgeoning country. We see further growth potential for Porsche here, and with…

VinFast Auto, the renowned electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has made its entry into the Middle East by opening its first showroom in the Sultanate of Oman. Partnering with Bahwan Automobiles and Trading LLC (BAT), this launch signifies a major step in VinFast’s regional expansion. The showroom, located in the heart of Muscat, spans 303 square meters and features a sleek, modern design. Visitors can explore VinFast’s range of smart electric vehicles, including the VF 6, VF 7, VF 8, and VF 9. These vehicles, known for their cutting-edge design and technology, aim to transform the driving experience in Oman and…