Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled the ‘IONIQ 5 N NPX1,’ a concept model equipped with prototype N Performance Parts, at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024.
Hyundai Motor Company plans to enhance the high-performance electric vehicle (EV) ownership experience with N Performance Parts, which originally began in 2019 and continues to develop high quality tuning parts for customers. Continuing from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, such as Elantra N, i30 N and i20 N, Hyundai N plans to offer specialized tuning components for all-electric N models including the IONIQ 5 N.
The ‘NPX1’ concept model previews an array of N-specific enhancements that will be available for purchase from a catalogue of N Performance Parts in the near future. It features a carbon front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser, rear wing spoiler, lightweight hybrid carbon wheels, high-performance brake pads and lowering springs. The concept model’s interior is further enhanced with Alcantara material and racing bucket seats.
The prototype N Performance Parts applied to the NPX1 concept will be further developed for production in preparation for sales in 2024. Starting with the IONIQ 5 N, Hyundai N will expand the availability of N Performance Parts products for all N models.
“In 2024, Hyundai Motor Company will take a step forward as a leader in new tuning parts suitable for the high-performance EV era as demonstrated with the ‘NPX1’ concept model,” said Joon Park, Vice President of N Brand Management Group. “Not limited to tuning parts, we are also developing software customization such as sound and vehicle calibration by OTA updates which will open a completely new category of EV customization for an exciting future ahead for the tuning community.”
Now in its 24th edition, the survey of 1,041 senior executives in thirty countries and territories reveals a dip in optimism as the sector deals with concerns over the global economy and rising costs. However, auto executives hold a more realistic view of the EV transition.
EV penetration outlook is maturing – with less variation in estimates market share for 2030
Executive expectations about the shift to electric powertrains continue to mature. In the past, when KPMG asked executives across the industry about how they expected EV penetration to trend in their markets, the responses varied widely. Now the range of estimates has narrowed, a sign of greater realism. Even so, the mean estimates for penetration rose in this year’s survey. In India, respondents feel that 20% of new vehicles sales will be battery-powered (excluding hybrids) by 2030.
Customer experience is a key differentiator
While performance remains the most important selling point, a seamless and hassle-free customer experience has moved up to second place. The emphasis on a smooth customer experience extends from buying the car to having seamless operating software in it, but the latter is a challenge for manufacturers. The car’s hardware is usually reliable, the software less so.
The software-defined vehicle provides an opportunity to supply all sorts of driver applications. But consumers are not likely to sign up for software subscriptions if the products aren’t compelling. In this year’s survey, OEM executives in particular are less confident than in previous years that they can generate subscription revenue. How good is cybersecurity? Widely publicised breaches have raised concerns about automotive cybersecurity. In our survey, executives are still confident that auto makers provide adequate cybersecurity and customer data protection, but they may be over-confident.
Gary Silberg, Global Head of Automotive at KPMG International, said: “A year ago, we said that automotive executives sensed the future was theirs to seize. In the latest survey, more than 1,000 executives in 30 countries again said they see enormous opportunities. But they are becoming more sober in their assessment of market prospects. Having committed more than half a trillion dollars to the EV transition, the industry is asking when companies will see a return on the investment. Right now, almost all automakers are losing money on their battery-electric vehicles, possibly presaging a shakeout among EV manufacturers and suppliers.
Our 24th annual survey examines in detail how executive sentiment is changing and the concerns and challenges that make global automotive leaders more cautious. The upshot: to help ensure companies end up as winners, not losers, executives should rethink their strategies and ask themselves some difficult questions about potential shifting consumer habits, especially driven by a cost-of-living crisis, the possibility of fewer government subsidies, and how the industry can potentially vertically integrate, creating more efficient operating systems.
Finding the right answers to these and other strategic questions will help determine how companies succeed in the coming years. We believe that a dazzling future for the automotive business—with amazing products, more delighted consumers, and a positive impact on the planet—is still in view. But getting there will require overcoming near-term challenges.”
Vinodkumar Ramachandran, Partner, Head of Business Consulting, KPMG in India says, “Consumers are increasingly savvy and demanding about the technology in cars. Manufacturers should stay ahead of their competitors in offering the latest equipment in vehicles, advanced connectivity features, and enhanced safety technologies.”
Just in case is overtaking just in time
After the disruptions of the past few years the new norm in supply chain management is becoming “just in case,” rather than “just in time.” Companies are pursuing a wide range of strategies to build resilience and things are far better than two years ago. Still, there is a high level of concern about the continuity of supply for many commodities and components over the next five years.
The technology challenges grow more complex
In the latest survey, automakers indicated that they feel less prepared than in the previous year for advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and advanced robotics. Only 12 percent of auto executives said they felt extremely well prepared, down from 22 percent the year before. The change is likely associated with the rapid advances in artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI, which is expected to bring automation to white-collar jobs. Automakers are going to have to train more workers to take advantage of AI in all its forms and must compete with other industries to hire people with the requisite skills. When it comes to powertrain technology, this year more companies seem to be hedging their bets. Hybrid technologies have jumped from fourth to second place overall in technology.
Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) has announced the appointment of Saurabh Vatsa as Deputy Managing Director effective January 15. Saurabh will report to Managing Director Rakesh Srivastava and will support in implementing the ongoing transformation roadmap for India as the company gets ready to deliver on the Mid Term Plan (MTP) and drive into our Ambition 2030 goals. This appointment is reflective of the company’s transformation plan to meet the opportunities and challenges ahead for the automotive industry in India.
Saurabh joins Nissan from Stellantis where he was a member of the Stellantis leadership team and was spearheading the Citroen brand since its inception in India and was responsible for all aspects of the business as Brand Head. Prior to Stellantis, Saurabh worked with General Motors (GM) for over two decades including long term assignments in South Korea among several key leadership roles within the company.
Saurabh comes with extensive experience across Asian markets along with deep knowledge of the automotive industry having worked within multiple strategic business functions such as, Product Planning, Program Management, Sales Planning, Marketing, Communications and Retail / Commercial Sales. Saurabh is a graduate of Delhi University, with an MBA from the International Management Institute and has completed an executive management program at the London Business School.
Speaking on the appointment, Frank Torres, President, Nissan India Operations said, “We are excited to on-board Saurabh at Nissan Motor India as Deputy Managing Director at this crucial juncture for the company as we head into 2024. His appointment underpins our commitment to invest $600m USD (5300 crores INR) in India as part of the Alliance and introduce more products for the Indian consumer as part of the transformation plan. We are certain, the next phase of growth for Nissan is going to be exciting for all of us as we build on the success of the Nissan Magnite.”
In this new role, he will support the leadership for Nissan’s transformation plan and prepare the company for its next phase as outlined by the company in 2023.
Volvo Cars is expanding its sustainability strategy, setting new ambitious goals for 2030 and 2040. The company is also boosting its focus on biodiversity, and by 2025 the company aims to have 100 per cent of its debt linked to its Green Financing Framework or in a sustainability-linked format.
“Taking actions to combat climate change is non-negotiable and going fully electric is an important step on our pioneering journey,” says Jim Rowan, CEO of Volvo Cars. “As we move to further reduce emissions throughout our value chain, we have a responsibility to do more and address our biodiversity footprint as well as help improve people’s lives. Our updated strategy has been designed to help us do just that.”
Volvo Cars’ new sustainability ambitions for 2030 in short:
Reduce its CO2 emissions per car by 75 per cent (compared to 2018 levels) Reduce energy usage in its operations per average car by 40 per cent (compared to 2018 levels)
Reach 30 per cent average recycled content across its fleet, with new car models having at least 35 per cent recycled content
Reduce water use in its operations by 50 per cent average per car (compared to 2018 levels)
At least 99 per cent of all waste from its operations to be either reused or recycled
Since the release of the sustainability strategy in 2019, Volvo Cars has made progress towards its climate action targets. For example, 69 per cent of company operations are now powered by climate-neutral energy compared with 55 per cent in 2019, and 100 per cent climate-neutral electricity is now used across its manufacturing plants globally compared with 80 per cent in 2019. Additionally, Volvo Cars has reduced its CO2 emissions per car by 19 per cent since 2018.
Net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 Volvo Cars’ aim now is to reach zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. This expands upon our previous ambitions of being climate neutral by 2040, and clarifies the company’s intention to use carbon removals only to mitigate any unavoidable emissions. The company’s first priority remains to reduce real emissions before turning to carbon removals, and it encourages its suppliers to do the same.
This will be underpinned by an ambition to achieve 100 per cent green debt or sustainability-linked financing of assets by 2025 – in recognition of the fact that finance plays a critical role in advancing sustainable development.
2030 is a milestone year for the company. By then it plans to be a fully electric car company while also aiming to reduce CO2 emissions per car by 75 per cent compared with its 2018 baseline. The company believes that through a combination of selling only fully electric cars and reducing emissions by 30 per cent from both its supply chain and operations, it will be on track to meet the CO2 reduction goals.
Working towards becoming a circular business by 2040 At Volvo Cars, embracing the circular economy has been in focus since 2019. Recycled material already comprises a larger proportion of materials in newer Volvo cars than ever before. For example, nearly 25 per cent of all aluminium in the Volvo EX30 is recycled, while approximately 17 per cent of all steel and plastic in the car comes from recycled sources as well.
Volvo Cars aims to use 30 per cent average recycled content across its fleet by 2030, and for new car models released from 2030 to contain at least 35 per cent recycled content. The company is also striving to ensure that by 2030, 99 per cent of all its waste is either reused or recycled compared with recycling 94 per cent of global production waste in 2022.
Striving to be net positive and to contribute to a nature positive future Volvo Cars believes in taking a complete value chain approach to its impact on biodiversity. In addition to taking action to reduce impact, it will also pursue restorative actions.
To uncover how Volvo Cars’ actions affect biodiversity, the company conducted an impact assessment using production and sales data from 2021 to estimate its annual biodiversity footprint using the ReCiPe model. Using the findings as a baseline, Volvo Cars is now setting a long-term ambition to strive to be net positive across its value chain and to contribute to a nature positive future.
This will require a mixture of short-term and long-term measures that Volvo Cars is currently developing, such as avoiding and reducing the impacts of its value chain, designing a programme for restoration and conservation activities within ecosystems where it operates/sources from, and working together with supply chain partners to establish awareness on biodiversity issues.
Help protect people’s lives within and beyond the value chain Volvo Cars wants to have a positive impact on society. The company has, for example, taken steps to help protect people by focusing on its injury rate (LTCR). The current injury rate (LTCR) is 0.07, an industry-leading effort, but the goal is to further reduce the workplace injury rate to 0.02 by 2030. Throughout its value chain, Volvo Cars is also working hard to help safeguard human rights through risk-based due diligence processes to trace, identify, assess and address human rights risks.
Together with like-minded partners, Volvo Cars looks forward to unveiling new social and environmental initiatives in the year ahead, aimed towards helping protect people and the planet.
Kia India has announced the appointment of Mr. Gwanggu Lee as the new Managing Director and CEO, effective immediately. He will be the third Managing Director and CEO of Kia India, succeeding Mr. Kook Hyun Shim and Mr. Tae Jin Park. Kia India’s former MD & CEO – Mr. Tae Jin Park, is retiring after his remarkable 36-year journey with Kia Corporation and 4 years stint with Kia India.
With over 30 years of robust experience in the automotive sector, Mr. Gwanggu Lee will spearhead Kia’s transformative journey focusing on fostering sustainable business growth. Mr. Lee has held leadership positions in various capacities in both developed and developing economies, including roles in the US, Canada, Italy, Mexico, Kia Headquarters in Central and South America, and Kia Europe Headquarters in Germany. His recent role as President at Kia Mexico played a pivotal role in the company’s substantial growth and establishment as a production and export hub.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Gwanggu Lee, MD, and CEO – Kia India, said, “I am very excited to assume this responsibility as Kia India has become one of the most loved and trusted brands in just 4 years. With two segment-breaking updates – the new Seltos & the new Sonet and a host of more innovative products on the way, Kia India is surely on the right path to sustainable business growth. It’s a privilege to lead a team that has set industry benchmarks, and I shall be contributing towards achieving many more as one team. My vision is to unlock the next phase of growth through inspiring Kia brand experiences thereby creating more value and long-lasting impact for our customers, partners, and employees alike.”
With his experience within the industry and the brand, Mr. Gwanggu Lee will continue to grow Brand Kia’s strong position in India.
BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles (NEV), announces the next stage of its European strategy with the construction of a brand-new manufacturing and production centre in Szeged, Hungary. The state-of-the-art facility will be the first of its kind built by a Chinese automotive company in Europe and will have the advanced car production line. The factory will be built in phases and is expected to create thousands of local jobs, boost the local economy and support local supply chains.
The new production facility will incorporate the most advanced global technology and highly automated production processes to create a leading global new energy passenger vehicle manufacturing facility. The construction of this production centre is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy by promoting technological exchange and innovation between China and Hungary. BYD will also utilise its expertise in integrated vertical supply chains to help create a green ‘ecosystem’ locally.
Situated in the heart of Europe, Hungary is an essential transportation hub and boasts a rich history of expertise in the automotive industry. With a mature infrastructure and a well-established industrial foundation, Hungary has been chosen by several premium European manufacturers as a production location for passenger cars. This further supports BYD’s decision to make Hungary the centre of European production operations.
The BYD brand has made significant progress in launching its passenger car operations in Europe. Within the first year, the company has established 230 retailer stores across 19 countries, introduced five new models (BYD HAN, BYD TANG, BYD ATTO 3, BYD SEAL, and BYD DOLPHIN), spanning the C to E segments, including hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs. Additionally, three new models are planned to be launched within the next 12 months.
Driven by its global brand vision to “Cool the Earth by 1°C”, BYD aims to accelerate the pace of new energy passenger vehicle penetration into the European market, further deepen its globalisation strategy, and actively promote the green transformation of the global energy structure.
More information concerning specific details of the new production facility will follow.
The world’s first mass-market electric vehicle has secured its place among some of the world’s greatest transport innovations according to a survey conducted by Nissan to mark its 90th birthday this week.
Since the company was founded, on 26th December 1933, Nissan has established a storied history of pioneering electric vehicles, legendary performance cars and revolutionary crossovers that demonstrate its own daring spirit of innovation over the last nine decades.
From the 1947 Tama electric vehicle, via the LEAF – the world’s first mass-market EV in 2010 – to recently revealed future EV concepts like the Hyper Punk and Hyper Urban, the company strives to enrich people’s lives with thrilling journeys and pioneering technology that help to create a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world.
To mark its 90 years of automotive success, Nissan commissioned a OnePoll survey of 2,000 UK adults to find out people’s opinions on a list of other significant transport innovations of the last 90 years – with the opening of the Channel Tunnel, Concorde’s first flight and the invention of satnav coming out on top. The electrification of the London Underground, the first modern hovercraft and the first zebra crossing also ranked in the top 30.
Looking to the future, the study showed that 69 per cent think that new technologies will play a big part in reducing the environmental impact of transportation in this country.
The survey also revealed that 27 per cent are in favour of introducing artificial intelligence into the car industry, while 29 per cent hold the same views for public transport.
With artificial intelligence (AI) becoming increasingly commonplace in day-to-day life, Nissan has utilised the technology to bring its 90-year heritage to life by imagining transport scenes that compare the Tama, its first ever electric car in 1947, to the modern-day Ariya EV.
Andrew Humberstone, managing director of Nissan GB, said: “Over the last 90 years, we’ve always dared to do things differently at Nissan and have delivered some truly ground-breaking innovations along the way.
“We’re so proud of this pioneering spirit and the people who make up our incredible global team at Nissan – I look forward to sharing more automotive design, technology and driving excitement with our customers in the future.”
The Nissan LEAF featured at number 19 on the list, while EVs specifically were voted as the innovation that holds the most promise for the future of UK sustainability. A third of those polled also believe the motor industry has undergone the most exciting changes over the past nine decades – compared to aviation, rail, and cycling.
More sustainable road travel (38 per cent), scientific advancement (16 per cent), and employment opportunities (11 per cent) were also seen as the biggest opportunities within the EV industry.
Seventy percent of those surveyed believe transport innovations have had a positive impact on their own lives, and 54 per cent claim it has made travelling easier for them.
Almost three quarters (71 per cent) agree it has improved their ability to travel and commute up and down the country, and staying connected with family and friends has become easier for 30 per cent.
What’s more, 41 per cent of those polled have been able to save time on their journeys, and 43 per cent are able to travel to longer distance locations thanks to the various innovations.
TRANSPORT INNOVATIONS OF THE LAST 90 YEARS
1976 – Concorde makes first passenger-carrying supersonic flight
1957 – First flight of a commercial jet airliner
1994 – The opening of the channel tunnel
1958 – First commercial jet airliner
1981 – Maiden flight of the space shuttle
1960 – Launch of the first Sat Nav
1951 – Creation of power steering
1988 – First airbag
1934 – Introduction of the Driving Test
1955 – Creation of the Hovercraft
1959 – The first three-point seat belt
2022 – First zero-emissions electric flight takes place
1939 – First practical helicopter built
1949 – First zebra crossing
1971 – The Lunar Roving vehicle is used on the moon
1964 – Launch of the Bullet Train
1939 – Creation of automatic transmission
1967 – Automatic Train Operation: London Underground
2010 – Launch of the world’s first mass-produced electric car
1984 – Driverless Cars
1953 – First air conditioning in a car
2022 – First railway line run by hydrogen-powered trains
A unique global relay, marking 20 years of the Continental GT, has reached its conclusion with the arrival in Crewe of the specially-made 20th anniversary baton. The baton’s lap of the world included stops in Europe, the Middle East, China, Asia Pacific, the US and UK, visiting 20 journalists and content creators in the process as part of 20 memorable drives – one for each year of Continental GT production.
The launch of the first-generation Continental GT in 2003 marked a seismic change in the fortunes of Bentley Motors. The first all-new Bentley of the modern era, the first with all-wheel drive and the first to feature the innovative W12 engine, the Continental GT swiftly propelled Bentley to its current status as the most sought-after luxury car brand in the world.
Designed and crafted in Crewe The design of the 20th anniversary baton was developed in the Crewe design studio and received the same level of meticulous refinement as any production model feature. Finished in Cypress Green (the exterior finish of the first-ever production Continental GT) the baton has an intriguing, asymmetrical twist, like the blade of an aircraft propellor. A knurled cap, modelled on the Continental GT’s drive mode selector, allows access to the baton’s interior where the scroll is carried.
Head of Bentley Design Collaborations, Chris Cooke takes a deep dive into the details: “Every element of the baton sculpture was inspired by the Continental GT, and there is purpose in every form. For example, the end cap shows a simplified graphic of the Continental GT with its three feature lines; the Bentley powerline from the front wheel arch along the car’s flanks; the flyline of the roof; and the muscular ‘haunch’ over the rear wheel. Hold the baton horizontally, and as you turn it in your hands you will see each of those lines in the contours of the sculpture.” In the subtlest of touches, each profile also lines up perfectly with its corresponding line on the cap graphic.
The 20th anniversary baton will now find its home in Bentley’s Heritage Garage, together with the very first Continental GT, as a highly significant year in the company’s history draws to a close.
Evolution of a modern icon At the time of its launch in 2003, the first-generation Continental GT offered a unique combination of stunning design, supercar performance and unrivalled craftsmanship. It was hailed as the fastest genuine four seat coupé in the world with a top speed in excess of 190 mph (300 kmph), and a 0-60 mph time of 4.7 seconds (0-100 kmph in 4.8 seconds). With no comparable rivals at its price point, the Continental GT became a global sensation, defining a new market sector.
Now in its third generation, the Continental GT and its stablemate the Continental GTC continue to garner awards and accolades. In 2022 the Continental GT Speed won the respected Robb Report Car of the Year award; remarkably, the Continental GT V8 S succeeds it as Car of the Year winner for 2023. The Continental GT also achieved back-to-back wins at the Auto Motor und Sport awards in February 2023, winning the luxury class import category for the second year in a row in a poll of more than 101,000 readers.
Continental GT 20th anniversary celebrations Bentley celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Continental GT family with a six-month programme of events and launches, beginning in April at the Shanghai Motor Show with the debut of a one-of-one Continental GT S. Bespoke Mulliner features of this model, which was finished in Magnetic dark grey metallic, included commemorative badging, inlays and a 20th anniversary design motif comprising superposed silhouettes of the first- and the third-generation Continental GT.
2023 is also the 20th anniversary of Bentley’s mighty 6.0-litre twin-turbo W12, the engine that powered Bentley to global success over the past two decades. July’s Goodwood Festival of Speed saw a moving showcase of W12-powered Bentleys, including the Continental GT Le Mans Collection, a bespoke Continental GTC Speed and the 750PS limited edition Batur by Mulliner.
Across the Atlantic at Monterey Car week in August, another one-of-one Continental GT Speed by Mulliner was revealed. Its Cypress Green finish, Saddle leather interior and Burr Walnut veneer were inspired by the first production Continental GT from 2003, and that very car – VIN 200001 – was displayed alongside it.
Meanwhile the 20th anniversary baton continued its progress around the world, giving 20 invited guest drivers the opportunity to experience a succession of models from the Continental GT stable. At the conclusion of their time behind the wheel, each signed the scroll as a record of a unique journey before passing it on to the next participant.
At the inception of the 19th century, Calcutta was flourishing as a young city. As the seat of the British East India Company’s Government, it was regarded as worthy capital, both for its business potential and its magnificent edifices. Yet, the city sadly missed a hall to meet and make merry.
In 1804, the decision was taken to construct the Town Hall, which was to serve as a venue for public gatherings. In 1807, the construction work began under the supervision of the then Chief Engineer Col. John Garstin. In 1813,the construction was completed at a cost of Rupees seven lakhs only.
The Town Hall of Calcutta threw opened its doors to the public on March 22, 1814.The Roman Doric style two-storied building, which stood in a rectangular block with two porticos, supported by rows of pillars had suddenly became the centre-piece of attraction.
Since that day, the Town Hall has remained witness to innumerable important gatherings of historic importance. Fast forward to a pleasant Sunday morning of November 26 and this grand edifice stood testament to yet another marquee event – the flag off of the EIMG Vintage Fiesta 2023.
Organised by Eastern India Motoring Group (EIMG) – a community of serious heritage vehicle collectors from all across Eastern India – the line up for the EIMG Vintage Fiesta 2023 included as many as 50 rare heritage two and four wheelers which were selectively handpicked by EIMG Founder & President Shrivardhan Kanoria, himself a restorer and collector of national repute.
By 8 AM, the vehicles started to arrive and aided by the EIMG marshals, these vehicles were parked in a predetermined sequence in front of the majestic Town Hall. What a sight it was to behold with these horseless carriage basking in the winter sun.
Once the lining up of these heritage vehicles concluded, it was time for the group members to share some camaraderie, exchanging notes & valuable information about these ageless beauties, over a hot cuppa and some delicious packed breakfast.
There were several noteworthy heritage vehicles which participated in this vintage gala. Few worth mentioning were Shrivardhan Kanoria’s 1931 Chevrolet Big 6, Avik Naha’s 1938 Rolls-Royce 25/30 (making its Kolkata debut and a real stunner), Rajiv Ghosh’s 1947 Chevrolet Fleetmaster & 1949 Buick Super, Subhajit Kumar’s 1962 Standard Herald, Sumit Periwal’s 1956 Land Rover, Kunal Banerji’s 1926 Studebaker Erskine, Sourav Sett’s 1947 MGY, Karnani Family’s 1938 Rolls-Royce 25/30, Debaprem Chatterji’s 1950 Austin A40, Terrance Lobo’s 1940 Triumph, Harjit Singh Dhanjal’s 1956 Ariel, Afzul Hossain’s 1923 Panther Sloper and Onurag Chatterji’s 1974 Yezdi to name a few. Amongst other exotic vintage and classic cars were the Italian Fiats, a part of the ‘Fiat Users Club Calcutta (FUCC)’, a subsidiary of EIMG.
But the one that really stood out among the galaxy of heritage stars was Kanoria’s Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost. This particular example is a 1926 (oldest car in the show) year of manufacture, and what makes this car more special is that it was built in the America’s Springfield factory. This design termed as the ‘Tilbury Sedan’ under the hallmark of ‘Rolls-Royce Custom Coachwork’ was their catalogue design. This beauty is powered by a 7.3 litre engine. A real headturner!
Post some important announcements and a quick briefing session by the EIMG President; it was time for these heritage motors to be flagged off from Town Hall for the final destination – Club De Golf.
Imagine a convoy of 50 heritage vehicle driving down the majestic Red Road flanked by the Maidan on one side. It was a sight for the City of Joy to watch as these beauties elegantly rolled together towards New Town.
It is worth mentioning that on this day alone, each of these heritage vehicles clocked around 60-70 kilometres on their odometers (garage to garage) which is an incredibly great deal for these vehicles and a testimony for the superlative effort put in by the owners who have kept the fire burning in their hearts.
After reaching Club De Golf located inside the picturesque New Town Golf Club, the heritage vehicles were displayed for a vintage rendezvous with their Club members and visitors. A thanks giving ceremony followed where each of the owners were felicitated with a specially curated memento for upholding the legacy of heritage motoring. Present on this special occasion was Mr. Debashis Sen, Chairman of NKDA & CEO of HIDC; Col. Indrajit Roy, GM – New Town Business Club; Ms. Akansha Pandey, Owner – Club De Golf; Mr. Vineet Choudhury, Owner – Bombay Beach Resort and Mr. Shrivardhan Kanoria, Founder & President – EIMG.
This was followed by a sumptuous beer luncheon which was hosted by Club De Golf for all the members of EIMG.
Volvo Car India has appointed Jyotsana Singh Kaushik as Director – Marketing & PR. With the two decades of experience in the fields of brand management, performance marketing, PR & communication, product strategy, and customer experience (CX), Jyotsana brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. She has previously held Marketing roles in GE Money, Tetra Pak, Aviva, Roca and Canara HSBC Life Insurance.
Jyotsana is a Post-Graduate in Marketing & Communications, known for her innovative and strategic approach to marketing and public relations. She has successfully navigated the intricacies of both B2C and B2B environments and will now be a valuable addition to the Volvo Car India team. In her new role as Director – Marketing & PR at Volvo Car India, Jyotsana will play a pivotal role in strengthening the brand’s presence in the Indian market, crafting innovative marketing strategies, enhancing public relations initiatives, and driving customer engagement through creative campaigns.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jyotsana Singh Kaushik to Volvo Car India. Her extensive experience and remarkable track record in marketing and public relations will be invaluable to our team as we continue to strengthen our brand presence in the Indian market. We look forward to the innovative strategies and fresh perspectives she will bring to our organization. Jyotsana’s joining represents a significant step forward in our journey towards excellence, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead with her on board.” said Mr. Jyoti Malhotra Managing Director, Volvo Car India.
“I am truly delighted to join the Volvo Car India family. Volvo is synonymous with innovation, safety, and sustainability, and I am excited to be a part of a brand that embodies these values. I look forward to working with the talented team at Volvo Car India and contributing to the continued success and growth of this renowned brand in the Indian market. Together, we will create new milestones and deliver exceptional experiences to our customers.” said Jyotsana Singh Kaushik.
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