RM Sotheby unveils a 20 Ferrari barn find for upcoming auction
The auction gets titled as the “Lost and Found collection”
Renault Rolls Out One-Millionth Car From Its India Plant
One million! That’s how many cars Renault India has produced to date. The model that introduced the seventh digit in the production counter was a red Kiger. It comes off the manufacturing line at Renault India’s Chennai plant, which can produce up to 480,000 vehicles annually. All three models that Renault presently produces and sells in India – Triber, Kiger and Kwid – are also exported to 14 countries across SAARC, Asia Pacific, Indian Oceanic Region, South Africa and East Africa. Furthermore, the French brand has committed an investment of INR 5,300 crore (53 billion) in India to support the development of six products.
SpiceJet: What’s going on?
India’s civil aviation is rapidly consolidating. SpiceJet, formerly a powerhouse, is now fading. What does future hold for the airline?
Kia Strengthens Foothold In Africa
A new assembly plant for the Korean carmaker is now operational in Ghana.
Emirates Will Soon Offer Premium Economy On Flights To India
Dubai-based carrier Emirates has confirmed that from October 2023, it will offer the option of Premium Economy on flights to and from India. Starting October 29, Emirates will operate its newly redone A380 flagship to Mumbai and Bengaluru. Specifically, the EK500 (Dubai-Mumbai) and EK568 (Dubai-Bengaluru) outbound flights and the EK501 (Mumbai-Dubai) and EK569 (Bengaluru-Dubai) inbound flights will have the above-mentioned seating choice. The aircraft will have a four-class configuration and a refreshed interior, sporting Emirates’ signature ghaf tree motif. The carrier plans to offer Premium Economy on more routes globally, depending on how quickly it picks up pace.
Eblu Feo e-Scooter Moves Closer To Launch
Indian EV startup Godawari Electric Motors (GEM) has announced that it has received a homologation certificate for its upcoming e-scooter – Eblu Feo. The zero-emissions two-wheeler packs a 60V 42Ah lithium-ion battery, which has been tested to meet the stringent AIS 156 Phase 2 safety standards. That has been mandated by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH). GEM claims Eblu Feo will offer “best-in-class mileage and safety” while featuring “optimum scooter height, weight and enough legroom to accommodate a gas cylinder”. With a top speed of 60kmph, the said e-scooter will be available in five colours. The price will be unveiled in the third quarter of 2023.
GM survey claims over two-thirds of vehicle owners are considering a future EV purchase
A survey commissioned by General Motors Africa & Middle East and conducted by Morning Consult explored the state of consumer interest in EVs in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia regions. The survey found that 95% of UAE and 93% of KSA respondents were aware of all-electric vehicles. This heightened awareness has also translated into strong purchase consideration, with a majority in both countries (63% in Saudi Arabia and 70% in UAE) strongly considering a future EV purchase. Looking more closely into EV pricing in the UAE, 73% of consumers see EVs as having worthwhile cost savings versus gasoline-powered vehicles. On the aspect of awareness of charging infrastructure, over one-third (38%) of respondents were aware of the location of at least one convenient charging station in the UAE. In Saudi Arabia, two out of five respondents (40%) claimed awareness of a charging station. This favourable outlook towards EVs aligns with global EV revenue projections, anticipated to grow from around $10 billion in 2023 to approximately $90 billion annually by 2030.
Asics partners up with BOSS to launch a limited-edition tennis shoe
Asics has launched a limited-edition Gel-Resolution 9 tennis shoe, marking the brand’s first collaboration with BOSS. The limited-edition shoe has been designed for tennis players, with Italian tennis player Matteo Berrettini chosen as its ambassador. The shoe incorporates the Dynawall system offering extra lateral support, and Dynawrap, offering enhanced fit.
The legendary Toyota Crown makes a return to the UAE
It gets built on an all-new platform with new two-tone exteriors and a tech-laden cabin
MB&F combines the best of its automotive series with the HM8 Mark 2 timepiece
The body is inspired by the Porsche 918 Spyder paired with Zagato’s signature double-bubble roof design
