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Maruti Suzuki launches Invicto starting at Rs 24.79 lakh
“Our entry into the premium three row UV segment with the launch of the Invicto adds a new dimension to NEXA’s portfolio and to Maruti Suzuki as a brand. With its SUV-like character, our new Invicto delivers a combination of premium design, intelligent packaging, and an abundance of safety features and innovation,” said Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO.
BYD sets new sales record in China in June, sells 2.5 lakh units
Backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, BYD delivered 253,046 cars last month, a 5.3 per cent increase over the 239,092 cars delivered in May, it said in a filing to the Hong Kong stock exchange, reports the South China Morning Post. BYD delivered 1.26 million vehicles to customers in the first quarter of 2023, almost double the figure a year ago.
Tesla produced nearly 480K cars, delivered 466K vehicles in Q2 2023
Among 4,66,000 delivered vehicles, 19,225 were Model S/X, and 4,46,915 were Model 3/Y, the company said in a post on Sunday.The automaker will post its financial results for Q2 2023 after market close on July 19.
Hyundai Motor to launch SUV Exter in July
"The all-new Hyundai EXTER is scheduled for a launch on July 10, 2023," the company said in a statement. Commenting on the start of production of Exter Unsoo Kim, MD and CEO said, "With the Hyundai EXTER we are venturing into a new segment that further enhances HMIL's (Hyundai Motor India Ltd) position as a full range SUV manufacturer."
Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for Invicto UV
The Invicto marks Maruti Suzuki's entrance into the premium 3-Row segment and the launch is slated for July 5, 2023. The company said Invicto will appeal to customers who are looking for a strong design, best-in-class passenger room, ample cargo space, spirited performance, advanced technology, and a host of utility features.
Rolls-Royce unveils its 1st all electric car at $486K
South Korea is the first country for the British carmaker to introduce the battery-powered model among Asia-Pacific countries, Rolls-Royce said in a statement. The fully electric Spectre is available at a starting price of 620 million won ($486,000) in Korea, with the price going up depending on options.
Toyota plans EV with 1,200-km range that fully charges in 10 mins
Elon Musk-run Tesla Superchargers give about 200 miles of charge in 15 minutes. The company is also planning to introduce a high-performance lithium-ion battery to its next-generation EVs by 2026, as part of its new technology roadmap revealed on Tuesday.
Renault India to roll out three new models including a EV
He also said the company has reached the production milestone of 10,00,000 vehicles and the proposed new models are expected to drive the company into profitability. "We are getting into the EV segment with aggressive positioning and also into the bigger vehicle segments.
Electric-2 wheeler that charges within 12 minutes arrives in India
The two companies jointly unveiled a new vehicle model called 'Bzinesslite InstaCharged by Log9' which is powered by Log9's RapidX 2000 batteries, enabling it to go zero to zip within 12 minutes. The e-2W has been designed with unique features such as great speed, quick acceleration, superior range (80-90 kms), multi-theft.
Tesla Model Y becomes 1st EV to earn world's best-selling car tag
Tesla Model Y surpassed Toyota's RAV4 and Corolla models to top global sales rankings in the first quarter of 2023, according to data from Jato Dynamics. The 2023 Model Y starts at $47,490, considerably more than the 2023 Corolla ($21,550) and RAV4 ($27,575), reports The Verge. Tesla Model Y sold 267,200 units globally.
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