Author: Central Desk

Seez, a pioneer in the automotive tech landscape, brings to the fore ‘Seezar’: a cutting-edge chatbot designed explicitly for car dealerships spanning Europe and the Middle East. This avant-garde tool is set to revolutionize customer interactions within the automotive sector. Empowered by a rich blend of advanced AI and a vast automotive dataset, Seezar promises unparalleled response times and flawless task execution. While its primary expertise lies within Customer Support, the near future will see an expansion into Sales and Lead Management, reshaping dealership workflows. Seamlessness defines Seezar as it merges effortlessly with Seez’s flagship platform, SeezPad. This synergy grants…

Signifying a robust vision for growth and adaptation to an ever-evolving auto landscape, Maruti Suzuki India shared plans to escalate its production capacity to a staggering 40 lakh units annually within the next eight years. This ambitious leap necessitates an investment approaching Rs 45,000 crore. Company Chairman RC Bhargava unveiled these intentions at Maruti Suzuki’s annual general meeting, emphasizing the company’s remarkable trajectory. “Two million production and sales in 40 years and is now preparing to add two million in the next eight years,” articulated Bhargava. Bhargava’s foresight resonates with the transformative pulse of the global auto sector. With environmental…

Magna, a Canadian parts manufacturer for automakers, embracing the global call for environmental responsibility and ambition to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. To solidify this commitment, the company seeks validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) – the global benchmark for decarbonization aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement. Alongside this, the firm pledges to realize its immediate Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions milestones by 2030. Magna CEO Swamy Kotagiri encapsulates this transformative vision, stating, “Magna has focused on creating a better world of mobility, and the company’s pursuit of net-zero emissions reflects this commitment. To reach this ambitious…

Taking a progressive leap towards addressing gender inequality, TVS Group unveils its trailblazing Miss.Represent initiative. This campaign highlights the automotive titan’s commitment to fostering diversity and pushing boundaries, especially within a traditionally male-dominated sphere. Despite significant technological advancements and cultural evolution, the automotive world still grapples with gender disparity. Numerous studies spotlight the paucity of women occupying pivotal roles. Such imbalance has roots not just in adulthood but extends to the formative years of children’s lives. For instance, Occupation Charts found in educational settings predominantly feature male figures in prestigious roles. Such imagery, even if unintentional, subtly communicates a skewed…

To reshape the landscape of autonomous driving, Polestar, the performance electric vehicle trailblazer, intends to synergize with Mobileye, a leading force within the advanced driver assistance domain. This ambitious partnership aims to elevate the Polestar 4 experience by harnessing the prowess of Mobileye’s esteemed Chauffeur AV platform, with ECARX overseeing integration and manufacturing. Aligned with Polestar’s core ethos of seamless blending of design, sustainability, and cutting-edge innovation, the integration of Mobileye Chauffeur promises to redefine the conventional dynamics of Polestar vehicles, offering unparalleled on-demand convenience. Polestar 4, making its debut in China today and set for global release by 2024,…

Last week, two major events captured America’s attention: President Trump’s unexpected parole and the auto strike tensions between Detroit’s iconic auto manufacturers and the United Auto Workers (UAW). Adding to the intrigue, whispers are growing about a potential shift in allegiance by the traditionally Democrat-leaning autoworkers, especially given the rising popularity of Trump. Central to the autoworkers’ concerns is their push for stronger union powers, particularly the ability to initiate strikes when negotiations stall. The financial implications of such a move are significant. Data from the Anderson Economic Group indicates potential losses to the tune of $5.6 billion from a…

CSM Tech, a prominent Indian IT firm, joins forces with the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) setting an ambitious target to craft the world’s premier autonomously driven electric race car by 2025. With a significant global footprint spanning Africa, Dubai, the US, and Canada, CSM Tech has found a strong ally in Raftar, IIT-M’s motorsport team. Born as a student initiative in 2012, Raftar brings together 40 enthusiastic members from varied disciplines, all drawn by their love for automotive engineering and motorsport. This pioneering partnership was cemented with a memorandum of understanding (MoU) sealed between Priyadarshi Nanu Pany,…

European countries confront a significant challenge while steering their populace away from combustion engine vehicles towards electric vehicle. The continent, over the past six years, has witnessed a tenfold surge in electric car sales. Yet, the International Energy Agency suggests this shift might not be rapid enough to meet climate aspirations. Electric vehicles, despite their long-term benefits, present an upfront financial challenge. The disparity in initial costs makes them less enticing for many consumers. Julia Poliscanova, from the campaign group Transport and Environment, underlines the necessity for a dual strategy: “What we have learned is that it’s not enough just…

The dynamic sectors of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, battery technologies, and electric two-wheelers within Southeast Asia present a revenue landscape estimated at USD 90-100 billion by 2030. Beyond the monetary prospects, an anticipated 6 million green energy job opportunities emerge, set for realization by 2050. A pivotal report, ‘Renewable Energy Manufacturing: Opportunities for Southeast Asia’, made its debut alongside the ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting. This piece is the collective effort of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Bloomberg Philanthropies, ClimateWorks Foundation, and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL). This document navigates the blueprint to nurture the growth trajectory…

Eager to elevate its automotive sector, Egypt seeks inspiration and guidance from South African auto trailblazers. During a recent dialogue with the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA), Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly showcased Egypt’s comprehensive blueprint for automotive sector enhancement. Expressing gratitude for the insights and technical support from South Africa, Prime Minister Madbouly remarked, “There is a great opportunity to reproduce this model in Egypt, which has all the necessary ingredients to create a car industry.” Pivoting towards regulatory advancements, a crucial law unveiled last October shaped the foundation for two governing bodies dedicated to automotive…