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Renault plans ₹22,000cr annual exports from India by 2030: Reports
short by Ishaan Mukherjee / on Friday, 17 April, 2026
Renault, under its ‘FutuREady’ global strategy, plans to achieve €2 billion (around ₹22,000 crore) of annual exports from India by 2030, the company said. The exports will include vehicles, technology and auto components. Renault's strategy includes rolling out seven new models with up to 90% local parts and expects EVs to account for nearly 50% of total sales by 2030.
read more at NewsBytes
Chinese automaker patents voice-activated sliding 'in-vehicle toilet'
short by Mansi Agarwal / on Friday, 17 April, 2026
Chinese carmaker Seres has patented an "in-vehicle toilet" that slides out from the bottom of a passenger's seat with a push or through voice-activated commands. The system includes a fan, an exhaust pipe and a heating element to evaporate urine. Solid waste is stored in a tank that must be manually emptied, according to the patent filing.
read more at RT
Uber to acquire additional 4.5% stake in foodpanda-parent Delivery Hero
short by Vinayak Nair / on Friday, 17 April, 2026
Uber is set to acquire an additional 4.5% stake in Berlin-based food-delivery group Delivery Hero from technology investor Prosus for €270 million. Delivery Hero, which runs foodpanda, will reportedly gain a stronger partner as Uber is expanding in Europe. Uber first took a stake in Delivery Hero in 2024 and is expected to be the fourth-largest shareholder in the firm.
read more at Reuters
Dubai completes world's first station for electric air taxis
short by / on Friday, 17 April, 2026
Dubai has finalized its first electric air taxi hub near the international airport, targeting a 2026 launch. Utilizing Joby Aviation eVTOLs, the project aims to cut 45-minute commutes to just 10 minutes. This four-station network features charging infrastructure and passenger lounges, positioning the city as a global leader in sustainable, high-speed urban aerial mobility.
read more at BreezyScroll
Karnataka records 61 deaths due to underage driving in 2025
short by / on Thursday, 16 April, 2026
Karnataka has recorded 61 road accident deaths involving underage drivers in 2025, highlighting growing concerns over minors behind the wheel and road safety enforcement across the state. Data shared by Home Minister G Parameshwara in the Legislative Council shows that fatalities involving teenagers below 18 years stood at 70 in 2024 and 58 in 2023.
read more at News Karnataka
Sam Altman-backed Glydways seeks $250 mn to cross $1-bn valuation
short by Ishaan Mukherjee / on Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
Sam Altman-backed autonomous vehicle startup Glydways seeks to raise $250 million to reach a valuation of over $1 billion. It plans to make podlike vehicles that provide on-demand rides, running on dedicated two-meter-wide expressways to offer taxi-like service, avoiding congestion. The firm recently closed a $170-million funding round from investors like Suzuki Motor Corp and Khosla Ventures.
read more at NewsBytes
Automobile sales jump 10.4% YoY to 28.27 mn units in FY26: Report
short by Ishaan Mukherjee / on Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
The automobile industry recorded its highest annual sales in FY26, rising 10.4% YoY to 28.27 million units, driven by a strong recovery in the second half, Financial Express reported, citing Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers' (SIAM) data. Passenger vehicle sales grew 7.9% to 4.64 million units in FY26. Additionally, two-wheeler sales increased 19.3% to 1.98 million units.
read more at Financial Express
Drunk woman blocks road in Hisar, boasts about job in viral clip
short by / on Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
A woman allegedly under the influence of alcohol parked her car in the middle of a busy road in Hisar, Haryana, causing a traffic jam. In a viral video, she is seen refusing to move and boasting about her government job and salary. Police intervened, detained her and registered a case for public obstruction.
read more at Free Press Journal
EV shift seen as major economic opportunity for India
short by / on Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
Electric vehicles are emerging as a key growth area for India, with potential to reduce oil imports and reshape mobility. Experts highlight that commercial transport, which consumes a large share of fuel, could drive adoption. The transition may influence jobs, investment and energy security, though infrastructure, financing and policy gaps remain.
read more at The Core
Massive fire breaks out at EV maker BYD's parking garage in China
short by Mansi Agarwal / on Tuesday, 14 April, 2026
A massive fire broke out at Chinese EV maker BYD's parking garage in Shenzhen Industrial Park on Tuesday morning. Videos of the incident showed thick black smoke and flames rising from the multi-storey building, with fire trucks and police deployed at the site. No casualties have been reported in the incident.
read more at Livemint
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