Can Tesla, VinFast and other foreign EV firms thrive in the Indian market?
India aims for 30% electric car sales by 2030, but faces challenges like price sensitivity and limited charging infrastructure despite having a large car market.
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Authorities reject rumours of Islamabad airport being closed for 8 days
A statement by PAA Spokesperson Saifullah Khan said, “According to the Notams issued, due to air activities ahead of Independence Day on August 14, arrival and departure flights…
Competition intensifying among Chinese EV carmakers in Indonesia, Thailand; concerns Japanese automakers
In an effort to counter the competition, Japanese automakers are expanding their lineup of hybrid vehicles in both countries.
Malaysia’s EV boom highlights charging bay shortage
The country's vehicle-to-charger ratio currently stands at 13 EVs per charger nationwide, an increase of 18% compared to 11 a year ago.
China’s autonomous driving tech forges inroads into global markets
From Luxembourg to Dubai, robotaxis developed in China are expanding their reach. Utilising the technology will help build safer, more efficient and convenient intelligent…
Toyota chairman willing to import firm’s U.S.-made vehicles to Japan
As a result of the agreement, U.S.-made passenger cars whose safety is secured under Japanese standards can be imported without undergoing additional safety tests. Toyota Motor…
Malaysian government studying if e-hailing fares need regulation, says Transport Ministry
There are currently no provisions under current delivery license guidelines for a minimum fare or floor price mechanism for e-hailing drivers. According to the Deputy Transport…
UK lifts ban on Pakistani airlines, removes country from Air Safety List
The development comes after a team from the UK Department for Transport concluded an aviation security inspection at Islamabad International Airport on Thursday, declaring…
Group of Indian pilots expressed “serious” concern on initial findings, public discourse surrounding Air India crash
The Federation of Indian Pilots claimed the preliminary report by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau lacked comprehensive data and appeared to rely selectively on…
Air India CEO says prelim AI171 crash report found no mechanical or maintenance issues with aircraft or engines
Air India CEO and managing director Campbell Wilson, however, urged everyone not to draw any conclusions as the report has not identified any cause of the accident or made any…