Author: Esahaque Eswaramangalam
Esahaque Eswaramangalam
Also known as EM, he is a media activist and social entrepreneur from Kerala, India. He founded and currently serves as the CEO of Consultfull eMedia & Business Private Limited, where he displays adept marketing and event management skills. Additionally, EM is a founding member of both the Ethnic Arts Council of India and the World NRI Council. He has received multiple awards for his work as an entrepreneur, journalist, and social activist. He always strives to provide unbiased and transparent content. However, readers are advised to verify the facts independently and consult a professional before making any decisions based on this content.
Canadian auto workers have embraced a groundbreaking three-year contract with the Ford Motor Co. of Canada, marking a significant stride amidst the ongoing labor discord in the United States. Unifor, the union representing the Canadian workers, heralded the deal, which encompasses substantial wage hikes, a signing bonus, and the reinstatement of a cost-of-living allowance. This comes as American auto workers under the United Auto Workers (UAW) union persist in their strike, rallying for better wages and working conditions. In a statement disclosed on Sunday, Ford lauded the pact as “historic”, underscoring it as the company’s largest wage augmentation in its…
Since its establishment in April 1989, the Toyota Automobile Museum in Nagakute, Aichi, Japan, celebrates its 35th anniversary with an impressive 4.4-star rating. This prestigious rating underlines the museum’s cherished standing among car aficionados and the broader public. Over the decades, it has flourished as a repository of automotive history and innovation, reflecting Toyota’s enduring legacy and pioneering ethos. The spacious museum facilitates a captivating journey through the intricate realm of automobiles, boasting a diverse array of over 160 vehicles. The exhibits traverse the entire gamut of automotive history up to the contemporary era, showcasing not just Toyota’s extensive heritage…
At least 25 Autonomous Vehicles (Self Driving Vehicles) are now in the final stages of ‘research perfection’. Many of them are in the legal battle required to enter the public market on an industrial basis. Yes, the reality of self-driving cars, long envisioned by Hollywood, is becoming more common, from Waymo and Cruze in the US to China’s burgeoning industry. According to the World Health Organization, 1.3 million annual car accident deaths worldwide raise the question of how safe these autonomous vehicles are. It also raises many ethical questions. But the giants in the field including Tesla, Berkley, Google and…
South Korea plans to launch a Level 3 autonomous vehicle. Auto industry experts have long believed that South Korea, a powerhouse of automobile technology innovation, could redefine the paradigm of human-vehicle interaction by 2023. Underlying this belief is the news that is coming out now. Recent media reports showcase a mid-size SUV, adept with advanced autonomous driving technology, undergoing rigorous testing. The vehicle has the capability to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, modify its speed within specified limits, and even execute lane changes upon activation of turn signals, all sans human intervention. Asked about the vehicle’s safety concerns,…
France’s new automotive subsidies are poised to empower the European car industry to counter the threat of a surge in cheap Chinese EV Import , Says French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire. France is putting forward a somewhat tougher strategy to counter China’s EVs. Under a green initiative package introduced in May, the French government will only pay subsidies for new EVs based on the emissions of their producers. This policy shift is likely to impact manufacturers from China, where the industry largely relies on coal-powered electricity. Le Maire voiced his confidence in Europe’s resilience during a meeting with Chinese…
The major investment by renowned automaker Suzuki illustrates Japan’s unwavering confidence in the Hungarian market. The project, christened ‘Suzuki Investment at Hungary’ by the media, entails a commitment of HUF 9.3 billion (EUR 24 million). With this investment, Suzuki has set sights on augmenting its production capacity. The confirmation comes directly from Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó. This substantial investment forms a crucial part of an overarching strategy to amplify Suzuki’s production infrastructure at Esztergom, located within northern Hungary, whilst spearheading a transition towards carbon neutrality. This action embodies Suzuki’s significant commitment to eco-friendly practices throughout…
Multinational automotive manufacturer STELLANTIS, is launching a bold strategy to maintain its profit margins amid escalating EV competition, particularly from electric vehicle manufacturers like BYD and Tesla. The company is setting its sights on suppliers, urging them to offer improved deals on components. This move is primarily driven by the intensifying race in the EV market and the need to make electric vehicles more affordable, a necessity underscored by the rise of lower-priced Chinese competitors. At the helm of this strategy is STELLANTIS’s CEO, Carlos Tavares. Having already achieved significant savings by reducing expenses in the company’s factories, he is…
A fresh chapter is set to begin in automotive luxury with Mercedes-Benz’s unveiling of an ‘Entry Luxury’ concept at the forthcoming IAA Munich auto show. The esteemed German carmaker, renowned for its premium models, is causing a stir with a revitalized focus on ‘Entry Luxury ‘cars. Mercedes CEO, Ola Kallenius, firmly quashed rumours of wavering commitment to the compact vehicle segment, asserting the company’s continued dedication to this market. With the Munich auto show poised for a September launch, Mercedes-Benz prepares to reveal its inventive take on ‘Entry Luxury’. This renewed direction includes a planned upward adjustment of compact model…
Tesla’s German Plant recently submitted an application to double its production, with the goal of manufacturing 1 million EVs annually. If this plan gets approved, Tesla, the US-based electric vehicle (EV) giant, will surpass Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg factory in Germany, becoming the largest automotive plant in the country. Situated 30 kilometers southeast of Berlin, the Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg stands as the epicenter of this projected metamorphosis. With current production figures resting at 5,000 EVs per week, equivalent to roughly 260,000 vehicles each year, the aspiration to leap to a million vehicles demonstrates an astounding rise in production ambition. Tesla’s growth strategy does…
Mitsubishi Motors Corp., the respected Japanese automaker, has officially declared a pause of its production activities on Chinese soil for an indefinite period. This significant decision arises in the face of ‘Domestic Automobile Competition,’ an uphill battle foreign carmakers find themselves embroiled in as they grapple with formidable competition from Chinese domestic brands. The move follows Mitsubishi’s disappointing sales numbers of the newly launched petrol Outlander SUV and a troubling contraction of the Japanese brands’ market share within China. This data, provided by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), paints a stark picture of the challenges foreign automakers face. Mitsubishi…
