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Component makers line up capex, scout for land parcels as business booms – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Hence, we also expect the auto component industry to continue to outperform the core auto industry growth in the coming years.” Also increasing premiumization (content in an SUV 1.5 Capex for FY25 is INR 250-300 crore. The wiring harness content in a car (typically about 1.5-2%

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Hatchbacks not giving up territorial rights so easily | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

In those days, India revolved around the pulse of small cars, an automotive ethos that endured for decades, reigning supreme until 2017-18, after which tides started turning in the favour of SUVs (sports utility vehicles). What’s more, in March 2024, for the first time, the top two vehicles sold were SUVs—Tata Punch and Hyundai Creta.

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CEO’s Take on 2024: Cost efficiency and tech skills make India a global force in auto parts sector, says Nirmal K. Minda, CMD, Uno Minda – ET Auto

Baua Electric

This is evident in the dominance of SUVs and higher cc bikes, reflecting evolving consumer preferences. However, this disparity is anticipated to narrow gradually, fueled by rising disposable income and ushering in a lucrative market for the auto industry. Looking ahead, 2024 promises continued positive momentum.

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Heard At The Show: Snippets from SAE 2009 World Congress

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In a session on total vehicle energy consumption, several people shared similar pie charts showing the flow of energy within an automobile. Alexander Edwards, President, Automotive Strategic Vision believes the exodus from full size SUVs was caused by economic caution as much as higher gas prices. Where does all of the energy go?

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Blending the MPG of SUVs and small cars understates the real consumption and rewards automakers for building gas hogs and unsafe micro cars which makes people want to buy "safe" gas hogs. JUST TRYING TO MILK and Suck as much from the fall of the Auto industry as possible. Its a damn shame. it is over, the media!, Never again.

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