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2024 trends in the auto industry promise a focused approach | Autocar Professional

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Dependence on imports remains high despite concerted efforts to advance localisation through projects, technology partnerships, and local development and design. Mobility solutions, green tech, safety Some industry reports predict the domestic automobile sales volume to grow by a moderate eight to ten percent in FY24.

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Final US mpg rules through 2031 go easy on gas trucks, SUVs

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That’s down significantly from the 4% annual increase originally proposed for trucks and SUVs, which are already held to a lower standard and have become the dominant portion of U.S. As the International Energy Agency last week underscored, SUVs emit about 20% more CO2 than cars , whether they’re electric or not. vehicle sales.

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A new electric ‘supercar sedan’ is coming from former Lamborghini, Ferrari execs

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After recruiting talent from Lamborghini and Ferrari , AEHRA looks to disrupt the auto industry with Italian design and world-class engineering. AEHRA is launching two new EVs, including an electric “supercar sedan” and an SUV.

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‘Hatchbacks are here to stay; no guarantee that SUVs will remain popular in the future’: RC Bhargava | Autocar Professional

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The Chairman of Maruti Suzuki India Limited who is also a seasoned veteran in the auto industry spanning over four decades, firmly advocates that for India to progress into a developed nation, accessible mobility options are imperative. Every car is not going to become an SUV. But one thing is clear: Hatchbacks are here to stay.

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Genesis unveils next step in performance EVs

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Genesis has unveiled the GV80 electric SUV concept, which shows an unusual next step in performance EVs for the brand. With the entrance of its first electric offerings, including the G80 sedan and GV70 SUV , the brand is battling with the best for dominance in the luxury EV market.

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Ford patent draws inspiration from the Tesla Model X

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Ford has patented a new gullwing door design, which likely takes a little inspiration from the Tesla Model X. Besides Tesla’s evident impact on the auto industry switching to electric vehicles, its other significant contribution is to automotive design. What do you think of the article?

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Vinfast VF 8 dominates ASEAN NCAP Grand Prix Awards | Autocar Professional

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VinFast’s D-segment SUV, the VF 8, has earned five out of six top safety awards from the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asia (ASEAN NCAP) in Thailand on May 28, 2024. This achievement underscores VinFast’s aspiration to position itself as a safety leader in the Southeast Asian auto industry.

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