Archive for February, 2020

Cummins targets zero carbon emission by 2050

Cummins targets zero carbon emission by 2050

Supplier of diesel engines and various key automotive components in India, Cummins has set zero carbon emission by 2050. Deepti Thore Receiving BSVI emission compliance certification for its engines from ARAI, Cummins Inc. has set a target to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It has come out with a new environmental sustainability strategy, ‘Planet 2050’ for the same. Confident[Read More…]

by February 3, 2020 SPECIAL REPORT
BSVI puts spotlight on modularisation

BSVI puts spotlight on modularisation

Regulations and market requirements are driving modularisation in CVs. Bhushan Mhapralkar By showcasing BSVI CVs on a new modular platform, Ashok Leyland has highlighted a significant shift taking place in the CV landscape in India. By highlighting its efforts to drive modularisation, which primarily pertains to the chassis and the creation of common interfaces in connection, the CV maker has[Read More…]

by February 3, 2020 Cover Stories
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Auto Expo 2020-Preview

The 15th Edition of Auto Expo 2020 will focus on electric mobility, technology infusion and safety among other aspects of CV mobility. Deven Lad To be held from February 07-12, 2020, at India Expo Mart, in Greater Noida, the premier auto show, Auto Expo 2020, is set to host a successful edition. Held at a time when auto sales are[Read More…]

by February 3, 2020 Events
Australian road-trains

Australian road-trains

Australian road trains make for an interesting long-truck configuration that could provide a clue or two to how truck platooning could work or not work. Story by: Will Shiers “Emus explode in a colourful cloud of feathers,” explains the driver of a 53.5 m road-train when asked about what caused the bloody mess on the front of his bonneted Mack.[Read More…]

by February 3, 2020 World