Archive: January 12, 2023

Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2023 begins with an exclusive media preview

Mumbai/ Greater Noida, January 12, 2023: Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2023, made a resilient start today at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, manifesting a future ready perspective. The theme of this edition of the show is – ‘Explore the World of Mobility’, which resonates with the industry’s vision and message of technology & capability–for a safer, cleaner, connected, greener, and shared mobility for tomorrow.

On the first media day at the Auto Expo 2023, the vehicle exhibitors in total launched and unveiled over 59 products, including both global & India premier.

The highlights were, Maruti Suzuki India debuted the Concept Electric SUV eVX at the 2023 Auto Expo. Suzuki Motor Corporation designed and developed the Concept eVX, which is constructed on an all-electric platform that will serve as the foundation for a range of future EVs. The concept electric SUV eVX ‘Emotional Versatile Cruiser’ boasts a futuristic design with a longer wheelbase and shorter overhang to communicate design agility and durability, as well as unrivalled passenger room and comfort.

MG Motors revealed the price of the Next-Gen Hector at the Auto Expo 2023. The upgraded Next-Gen Hector starting price at ₹14.72 lakh. The Next-Gen Hector is loaded with exciting innovations and 11 Autonomous Level 2 (ADAS) features that provide hassle-free driving comfort while also improving safety. The Next-Gen Hector provides a unique driving and user experience with its all-new stunning bold appearance, advanced safety features, and exquisite design components.

Greaves Cotton showcased its EV might with six new electric two and three wheelers, and also unveiled Ampere Primus, a new high-speed e-scooter, and is currently available for booking across India. introduced a feature-rich, manufactured-in-India series of six electric 2&3 wheelers inspired by Arctic Terns for last mile passenger and cargo transportation across consumer categories.

JBM Auto launched the JBM GALAXY, India’s first indigenously developed and constructed 100% electric luxury coach. Aside from that, JBM displayed its new line of e-buses, which included the City Bus, Staff Bus, and School Bus.

At the Auto Expo 2023, Ashok Leyland, the country’s top commercial vehicle manufacturer, displayed seven advanced mobility solutions. Battery Electric Vehicle, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle, Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Vehicle, Liquefied Natural Gas Vehicle, Intercity CNG Bus, a mini passenger bus were amongst the products on exhibit. A pioneer in presenting cutting-edge technology and displaying a futuristic car range powered by different electric and hydrogen alternatives, Ashok Leyland displayed its extensive line of sustainable mobility solutions. SWITCH MOBILITY, the next-generation carbon-neutral electric bus, and light commercial vehicle manufacturer, showcased the all-new IeV series at Auto Expo 2023 as part of the integrated display with Ashok Leyland.

VE Commercial Vehicles (A Volvo Group and Eicher Motor Joint Venture) displayed a range of future-ready mobility solutions at the Auto Expo 2023. The Eicher brand makes its debut with India’s longest 13.5m electric intercity coach and the Eicher Pro 2049 electric 4.9 T GVW truck. Furthermore, an LNG powertrain for long-haul transportation (Eicher Pro 8055 LNG/CNG Truck and Volvo FM LNG 420 4X2 Tractor) was also shown. Volvo and Eicher showcased smart sustainability by showing Hydrogen ICE and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technologies, aligning further with the Indian Government’s goal of efficient logistics and a decarbonized auto sector. Furthermore, the Volvo Buses also presented its state-of-art 15m Volvo 9600 Luxury Coach.

Hyundai Motor India Ltd. unveiled The All-Electric SUV – IONIQ 5 on the first day of Auto Expo 2023, wherein Shah Rukh Khan came to unveil the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The IONIQ 5 is Hyundai’s first model to be offered on dedicated BEV Platform E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform) and will enable a confident, convenient, and cutting-edge driving experience with 21 Hyundai SmartSense features (Level 2 ADAS).

At the 16th edition of the Auto Expo 2023, KIA India introduced its All-Electric SUV Concept, the Kia Concept EV9, emphasizing its ambition of becoming a provider of sustainable mobility solutions. Shaping an inventive future, the brand exhibited the Kia KA4, a luxury RV with exquisite design, world-class safety, innovation, and enhanced driving dynamics capabilities. The company also announced an INR 2,000 crore investment in India for EV-related R&D, production, and infrastructure development.

BYD, world’s leading new energy vehicle manufacturer, unveiled its luxury electric Sedan BYD Seal ahead of its launch in India in Q4 2023. The limited edition of BYD ATTO 3 Launches its limited edition available in Forest Green Color. The Indian-specific theme displayed at the show – technological Innovations for a better life.

Cummins Group India made a debut with the Commercial Vehicle Industry’s first fuel-agnostic platform and its diverse range of Hydrogen Technologies power solutions.

Lexus India also unveiled the all-new 5th generation RX during its first ever participation at India’s largest automobile exhibition, the Auto Expo 2023.

Atul Greentech Private Ltd. announced its foray into the electric space with the unveiling of two electric – three Wheelers, Atul Mobili & Atul Energie at the Auto Expo 2023.

Also, Matters, an innovation-led tech start-up, at Auto Expo 2023 showcased next-generation EVs and concepts, The 6 KWh variant of the Matter-bike, India’s first geared motorbike, is built on the innovative Matter-bike platform.

TORK Motors unveiled an all-new electric motorcycle – KRATOS X at the Auto Expo 2023. The power-packed machine is an uncompromising mix of style, sportiness, and comfort.

Meta and FADA have launched the ‘Move with Meta’ initiative to help auto dealerships reach out to customers digitally and increase online leads. The initiative is a skilling and enablement programme in collaboration with FADA to train over 3000 auto dealers around the country on how to develop a social presence and digitize utilizing Meta Platforms.

Keeway India launched the Retrotastic SR250, The Keeway SR250 will be sold exclusively through Benelli. Also, Adishwar Auto Ride India Pvt. Ltd (AARI), announced the arrival of the bicycle brand Benelli Bike, also known as BBike. The BBike bicycle range is designed for multiple ride formats inclusive of Mountain, Gravel, and Road.

Tata Motors, at the Auto Expo 2023 showcased its wide range of safer, smarter, and greener mobility solutions with first in India Launch of all wheel drive electric SUV, Harrier EV. It unveiled 14 exclusive vehicles & concepts representing, India’s greenest, smartest, and most advanced range of logistics & mass mobility solutions, and also presented 12 vehicles and concepts of India’s best-designed, smartest and greenest range of personal mobility solutions.

Hexall Motors launched the Mammoth Series of Electric Cargo L5 and Electric Passenger L5 Vehicles with highest payload and passenger capacity in its segment. Also, it has launched a fully electric city bus bubble with D+41 seating capacity.

Pre Budget quote – MSME, Consumer Electronics, Lifestyle Industry – VingaJoy

Mr. Lalit Arora, Co-founder of VingaJoy said, “Considering that the manufacturing sector is a significant contributor in supporting employment and economic growth, amplifying its growth has long been on the agenda of the Indian government. Budget 2022-2023 Consumer electronics manufacturers were left disappointed as there was no concession or GST rationalisation given on products. From the Union Budget 2023-2024 we expect reforms in the Budget that would accelerate growth channelised by consumer demand.

Given that hearable devices are a new rage, it is high time that hearables are also incentivized under consumer device categories. As of now, hearables don’t get augmented by any specific government encouragement policy or subsidy. Also encouraging R&D/Designing in India & Promoting new supply methods: The government can acknowledge and encourage manufacturers by providing subsidies to Completely Knocked Down (CKD) and Semi Knock Down (SKD) production. It increases the probability of getting better returns and extends companies’ footprint in mature markets.

We are also expecting additional tax benefits and lower tax rates & extending the scope of employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) taxation reforms to startups. This year the Indian economy is on the road to recovery and the Union Budget 2023-2024 will be crucial for the Consumer Electronics sector as it can facilitate the industry’s effective revival. The manufacturing giants, MSMEs, and SMEs alike are looking forward to the upcoming Budget 2022 which can effectively give a flight to their growth path”.

Atul Greentech introduces Electric 3-wheelers, Atul Mobili & Atul Energie at Auto Expo 2023

New Delhi, January 12, 2023: Atul Greentech Private Limited (AGPL), a subsidiary of Atul Auto Limited has today announced its foray into the electric space with the unveiling of two electric three-wheelers, Atul Mobili & Atul Energie at the Auto Expo 2023 in New Delhi. Atul Mobili is a passenger vehicle and Atul Energie is a cargo variant with distinct looks, robust build quality, and powerful performance.

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, the Indian electric three-wheeler market value is expected to reach US$1,874.9 Million by 2027, making it one of the fastest-growing sectors. The introduction of electric three-wheelers marks a new phase of growth and innovation for Atul Auto. Atul Mobili and Atul Energie are built with industry-leading technology, telematics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS). The company has in-house developed an advanced temperature-controlled solution to enable the cooling of its AIS 156 battery pack, to ensure the e-vehicles operate seamlessly even in extreme weather conditions. The battery pack is integrated with the vehicle telemetry system that provides the drivers and fleet operators with timely insights through real-time monitoring and remote visualization. This allows for real-time diagnosis of the functioning of the electric three-wheeler and thereby takes steps for preventive maintenance.

Manufactured under the Make in India initiative, the new cargo and passenger variants of electric three-wheelers will be launched across the country, starting from Punjab, Gujarat, and NCR. The two variants will be made available in a phase-wise manner across the country in Atul Auto’s dealerships. The company has two manufacturing plants, one in Rajkot & one in Ahmedabad.

Commenting on Atul Auto’s venture into the electric space, Vijay Kedia, Director at Atul Auto said, “We at Atul Auto come with over three decades of legacy in three-wheeler manufacturing. With our new electric additions, we aim to be technology leaders and provide intelligent, data-driven last-mile connectivity. Our advanced processes and infrastructure is the backbone of our business and empowers us to create and deliver world-class products. As pioneers in the mobility sector, our mission is to introduce revolutionary products that provide superior performance with customer-centric advanced technology.”

Atul Energie is the industry’s first electric cargo three-wheeler to have a dual battery pack providing a superior range of 195 km (certified). The passenger variant, Atul Mobili comes with a range of 110 km (certified). The vehicles are integrated with a motor drive from Valeo, the world leader in 48V drive systems, and chargers from leading charging manufacturing company Delta Q. Both the vehicles are powered by lithium-ion batteries that offer unparalleled safety, helping the drivers go the distance with minimum impact on the environment owing to its zero-emission technology.

Cloudflare unveils Magic WAN Connector to Speed Up, Simplify, and Secure How Businesses Connect to the Internet

India, 12 January 2023 —  Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE: NET), the security, performance, and reliability company helping to build a better Internet, today announced Magic WAN Connector, the open source software-defined software package that makes it easier than ever for any business to connect and secure their entire corporate network with Cloudflare. With Magic WAN Connector, Cloudflare One is now a true integrated SASE security and networking solution to protect and accelerate the performance of enterprise devices, applications, and networks. Additionally, Cloudflare announced new participants in the Network On-Ramp partner program as well as OEMs to give customers flexibility and freedom of choice no matter how they connect to Cloudflare’s network.

“The future of work requires flexible IT infrastructure. When I speak to CIOs working to support evolving workforces, they want one vendor to work with that can offer them everything they need,” said Matthew Prince, co-founder and CEO of Cloudflare. “Whether that means securely connecting remote employees, offices, data centers, or even multi cloud deployments, IT teams shouldn’t have to sacrifice speed or security to keep their business productive. With the addition of Magic WAN Connector to Cloudflare One, we now offer one of the most comprehensive SASE solutions available today.”

Businesses have struggled to move from fragmented and patchwork legacy architectures to modern zero-trust networks because of the complexity and cost of coordinating with dozens of disparate security and networking vendors. According to Gartner®, “by 2025, one-third of new SASE deployments will be based on a single-vendor SASE offering, up from 10% in 2022.*”

Magic WAN Connector is an open source software-defined software package that securely connects any network — whether physical, such as an office, manufacturing facility, or retail store; or virtual, such as a private cloud property — to automatically configure secure tunnels and routing policies, directing traffic to Cloudflare’s global network. As part of the comprehensive Cloudflare One SASE solution, this allows for access to a full suite of security tools including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) and more. It can be used seamlessly with other on-ramps to the Cloudflare network including the WARP device client, the Cloudflare Tunnel application-layer connector, and direct connections via Cloudflare Network Interconnect.

Magic WAN Connector can be deployed as a virtual machine on a physical device or cloud service or with OEM hardware, giving customers unparalleled flexibility and freedom of choice in how they connect to Cloudflare’s global network. Cloudflare is announcing partnerships with certified bare-metal OEM hardware companies. Customers can work with additional channel partners in the Cloudflare One Partner Program ecosystem to support the installation and deployment of Magic WAN Connector and manage OEM partner hardware lifecycles.

With the launch of Magic WAN Connector and Cloudflare’s expanded partnerships, businesses of any size can easily transition to Cloudflare’s modern SASE architecture – reducing costs, increasing simplicity, and speeding up deployments. With Magic WAN Connector, customers can now:

• Connect every office, data center, and cloud property:Magic WAN Connector replaces the patchwork of connectivity and security solutions in offices and remote locations with a single-vendor SASE solution managed through a common dashboard.
• Deploy however and wherever businesses want: To provide the utmost flexibility, Cloudflare is open sourcing Magic WAN Connector, allowing organizations to deploy network functionality on their hardware platform of choice and reducing their exposure to supply chain issues.
• Make the best use out of every Internet connection: Magic WAN Connector software provides traffic routing, load balancing, and failover; application-aware traffic steering and shaping; and automatic configuration and orchestration to ensure traffic from customer locations to Cloudflare’s network is secure, fast, and reliable.
• Modernize their network and security architecture: Customers can prepare their organizations for hybrid work, reduce their attack surface area, and improve employee productivity using advanced traffic management features and fully integrated security that eliminate the need to backhaul traffic to a hub site.

In addition to the inclusion of OEM partners, Cloudflare expanded the Network On-ramp Partnerships to include more SD-WAN devices that are compatible with Magic WAN, giving customers even more ways to connect to Cloudflare’s network. To view the full list or if you are interested in joining the partner program, please check out the partnership page here.

To learn more about Cloudflare One and Magic WAN Connector, please check out:

• Blog
• Landing Page
• CIO Week
• Network On-Ramp Partner program

*Gartner Market Guide for Single-Vendor SASE, 09/28/2022, Neil MacDonald, John Watts, Jonathan Forest, Andrew Lerner

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