In this issue

In this issue of ATR, we take a look at some of the technologies and major developments that are already taking place in the CV segment.

Efficiency, Emissions Focus for CV Engine Development

With sales of around 60,000 units per month (LCVs + M/HCVs), the commercial vehicles segment is an important element in powering the Indian economy. It’s also important for the segment to keep abreast of the latest global advances in commercial vehicle technologies, since improved engine efficiency and lower fuel consumption are critical for better profitability, while reduced emissions helps the environment in a big way. Here, we take a look at some of the newer developments in CV engine technology that promise a better future for commercial vehicle owners and operators.

4 mins

Inside Maruti Suzuki's R&d Centre in Rohtak

Seventy-odd km north-west of its mother plant in Gurgaon in Haryana, about 220 engineers from Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) are engrossed in designing, developing and evaluating vehicles to ensure the leading carmaker delivers products that are durable, efficient and most importantly, safe. Once completed, this state-of-the-art R&D facility in Rohtak will be one of the most advanced R&D facilities in India and amongst the top facilities in Asia, claims the company. We were recently invited to the facility for a detailed understanding of how the centre functions. Here’s what we learnt.

5 mins

Laser, Lidar Is the Way Forward for Automotive Vision

Globally, more than one million vehicle-related fatal accidents take place every year, along with more than 20 mn crash-related injuries. Costs for this mayhem are estimated to be more than ` 200 lakh crore – a sum that’s hard to even comprehend for most people. Of the many initiatives being undertaken by car manufacturers to wards trying to enhance safety, and reduce the number of accidents that happen worldwide every year, one important initiative is increasing night-time visibility for drivers. Automotive lighting systems have already witnessed significant advancements over the last two to three decades, and further development continues relentlessly. We take a look at some cutting-edge developments in this space.

5 mins

What's New in the Honda City 2017?

The iconic Honda City, for long Honda Car India’s flagship model in the country, has received a midlife upgrade, primarily to add vigour to its persona. The new City 2017 gets no mechanical changes, but there are significant changes made both to the exteriors and interiors to bring about freshness in to the product, which of late has lost market share to newer introductions in the market. We take a look at the major changes the Japanese manufacturer has brought into the popular midsize sedan.

4 mins

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