- Here’s your quick look at the biggest developments in the automotive world.
The automotive industry is quite fast paced, therefore, keeping track of it can become a bit difficult. However, HT Auto will provide timely updates on all major events that occur. Here’s a rundown of all the main highlights from Saturday, October 19th.
Tata Tiago electric car gets benefits up to $75,000
Tata Motors announces Gundam $Tiago EV comes with free charging for 75,000 times and 6 months at Tata Power Station. This electric hatchback is the most affordable Tata electric car in India. The new offer is aimed at boosting sales of the car. To know more details about the offer, interested customers can visit their nearest authorized dealer. However, it’s worth noting that these benefits will end on October 31st.
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Kia Carnival fuel efficiency revealed
Kia India has launched the new generation Carnival in the Indian market. It comes to our shores via the completely bulk or CKD route, priced at $63.9 million (ex-showroom). It now has a completely new design and new features, while the engine remains the same. Kia has now announced that the Carnival claims fuel efficiency of 14.85km/l.
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BMW recalls nearly 700,000 vehicles in China due to fire safety issues
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BMW is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles in China due to a defective coolant pump, a new setback for the German automaker that has been troubled by other vehicle failures. China’s State Administration for Market Regulation said in a statement on Friday that BMW will recall 499,539 domestically produced cars and 188,371 imported cars starting from March 1, 2025. The agency said a faulty coolant pump plug installed on some models could cause corrosion or rust, which could lead to a short circuit and, in extreme cases, a fire. The models affected by this recall include domestic 3 series and 5 series cars, as well as a number of imported X series SUVs.
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First published date: October 20, 2024 08:01 AM IST