AUTOMOBILES

Tesla launches new Model 3 with 606-km driving range for $35,783
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The new basic edition of the Model 3 can go as far as 606 kms on a single charge, 9 per cent longer than the earlier version’s 556 kms, reports South China Morning Post.
Gadkari unveils world's first prototype car, says biofuel will eradicate stubble burning almost to nil
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The minister said that the bio fuel will eradicate the problem of stubble burning almost by 100 per cent and it will also help in doubling farmers' income.
India sees over 120% growth in EVs, hybrid vehicles surge 400%
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Assistance systems (ADAS) rapidly expanded by 350 per cent (year-on-year) and the adoption of connected and digital cockpit features continue to gain steady traction in passenger vehicles, surpassing 60 per cent, according to the report by CyberMedia Research (CMR).
US regulators tell EV firm Cruise to reduce robotaxi fleet after crash
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The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) said it is investigating "recent concerning incidents" involving Cruise vehicles in San Francisco.
Mahindra unveils electric avatar of iconic Thar SUV
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The electric version of Thar strides into the future on the INGLO-born electric platform, equipped with a cutting-edge high-performance AWD electric powertrain, the company said in a statement.
Toyota recalls around 168K vehicles over fire risk
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"The subject vehicles are equipped with a plastic fuel tube which could move and rub against a brake line and develop a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of fire," Toyota said in a recall notice. "For all involved vehicles, Toyota dealers will replace the fuel tube with an improved part and additional clamps at no cost to customers," it added. 
Upcoming Ola EV images leaked, furious Bhavish Aggarwal demands apology
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The images, likely to be of Ola S1X e-scooter, were part of an auto media event the company held on Monday "and content from this event was supposed to be embargoed and confidential", according to Aggarwal.
Ford issues recall notice for over 800K F-150 trucks in US
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In a safety recall report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker said the rear axle wiring harness bundle may contact the rear axle housing in the affected vehicles, leading to unexpected activation of the electric parking brake. 
Tesla recalls nearly 16K Model S, Model X vehicles over seat belt issue
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In the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) safety recall notice, the automaker said that in the vehicles, a first-row seat belt was disconnected from its pretensioner anchor as part of a necessary step to perform a repair, however, the seat belt may not have been properly reconnected to its pretensioner anchor after the repair was completed, reports ABC News.
Tesla car for Rs 20 lakh in India still a distant dream, say experts
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If all goes well, Tesla can reportedly produce 5 lakh electric vehicles annually that starts from Rs 20 lakh, as the Elon Musk-run company plans to set up its auto parts and electronics chain in India, along with seeking incentives and tax benefits.
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