Here's what you missed in the car industry from last week
The last week of May 2024 was an eventful one for the Indian automotive industry, with several significant developments across different segments. From new model teasers and patents to fresh spy shots and production milestones, there was plenty of news that caught the attention of car enthusiasts and industry watchers alike. Let's dive into the key highlights from the past week.
Tata Motors has released teasers for the upcoming Altroz Racer, a hot hatch version of the popular Altroz compact car. The Altroz Racer will feature updated exterior and interior design elements, as well as the 120PS turbo-petrol engine from the Nexon. Customers can now reserve the Altroz Racer offline at select Tata dealerships for a nominal fee.
Mahindra has filed patents for the steering wheel design and 3-screen dashboard layout of the upcoming XUV.e8 electric SUV. The steering wheel will have an octagonal shape with an illuminated logo, while the dashboard will feature three screens for the instrument cluster, infotainment system, and front passenger.
Spy shots of the Tata Curvv coupe-SUV have revealed the design of the connected LED taillights, which will likely feature welcome and goodbye animations, along with sequential turn indicators, similar to other facelifted Tata models.
The Skoda Auto Volkswagen India group has achieved a significant milestone, producing over 15 lakh cars in the country. This includes over 3 lakh units of the Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, Volkswagen Taigun, and Virtus, with 30% of the made-in-India vehicles exported to over 40 countries.
Porsche has launched the 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera 4 GTS in India, with the Carrera getting a 394PS 3.0L twin-turbo flat-six engine and the GTS featuring a 541PS 3.6L turbo-hybrid powertrain. Both models feature updated exterior designs and improved interior features.
Audi has introduced a new rear-wheel-drive Performance variant of the Q6 e-tron electric SUV, with a 100 kWh battery and a single electric motor producing 326PS. This new variant will sit below the Quattro and SQ6 e-tron models in the lineup.
The past week has been a testament to the dynamism and innovation within the Indian automotive industry. From the highly anticipated Tata Altroz Racer to the technologically advanced Mahindra XUV.e8 and the milestone achieved by the Skoda-VW group, these developments showcase the industry's commitment to delivering exciting and cutting-edge products to Indian consumers. As we look ahead, car enthusiasts in the country can surely expect more thrilling announcements and launches in the coming months.
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