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May 23, 2019, 10:12 PM
Ford Motor Co said on Wednesday it is partnering with walking robots maker Agility Robotics to assist self-driving delivery vans drop packages at the doorsteps of people's homes. Ford's move into robotics comes as the No.2 U.S. automaker looks to expand into autonomous driving and mobility services.The company, which launched a self-driving pilot with delivery partners including Domino's in Miami last year, said Agility Robotics' two-legged robot, Digit, is capable of lifting packages that weigh up to 40 pounds.
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car&bike Team | May 23, 2019MG Hector: Interior Explained In DetailThe MG Hector is the latest entrant in the compact SUV space and apart from connected car features it also gets a class-leading cabin. Here's an overview of the interiors.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 23, 2019Ford EcoSport Thunder Edition Spotted At Dealership YardImages of an upcoming special edition Ford EcoSport have recently surfaced online. Badged as the Ford EcoSport Thunder, the new special edition model is reported to have been spotted at a dealership yard.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 23, 2019Honda Issues Recall For 1.37 Lakh SUVs Globally; India UnaffectedHonda Motor Co said on Wednesday it is recalling 137,000 new sport utility vehicles (SUVs) following reports of three injuries tied to sudden air bag deployments in the United States.The Japanese-based automaker said it is recalling the 2019 CR-V to replace steering wheel wire harnesses and supplemental restraint system cable reels after six unexpected driver air bag deployments that occurred without a crash. There are so far no reports of related crashes, the automaker said. The recall includes 118,000 vehicles in the United States and 19,000 in Korea and Canada.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 23, 2019Kia SP2i Compact SUV Interior Unveiled In SketchesAfter revealing the exterior of the Kia SP2i compact SUV earlier this month, the South Korean automaker has now unveiled the interior sketches for what will be its first offering in India. The Kia SP2i is scheduled to make its debut on June 20, 2019, while the launch will take place later this year ahead of the festive season. The interior sketches reveal a premium cabin the new offering that looks bold, tech laden and covered in high quality materials. We've seen the SP2i's cabin previously in spy shots and the final version will be carrying a number of elements that we like.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 23, 2019Renault Clio Based On The CMF-B Platform Bags Five-Star Ratings In Euro NCAP; Stands Relevant For The Indian MarketThe all-new Renault Clio which is spawned by the CMF-B platform has bagged five-star ratings in the global NCAP crash test and this news stands even more crucial for the India market given the onset of the Bharat New Vehicle Safety Assessment Program (BNVSAP) which is set to roll out next year. The CMF-B platform is an advanced and elongated version of the CMF-A platform which spawns the Renault Kwid and Datsun Go range. The CMF-B platform has been developed in alliance with Mitsubishi to underpin a slew of compact and mid-size models from both the carmakers globally.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 22, 2019Nissan India Extends Service Support To Cyclone-Affected Customers In OdishaNissan has sent special emergency repair teams in Bhubaneshwar and Cuttack and additional trained manpower will be deployed from its dealerships to expedite repair turnaround time.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 22, 2019Jaguar Woes Add To Challenges For India's Most Indebted EmpireAlthough Jaguar posted a net income of 119 million pounds ($151 million) this week, debt at owner Tata Motors Ltd. has grown to almost $14 billion, as it struggles to tide over a demand slump in China, the world's biggest auto market.1 min read
car&bike Team | May 22, 2019Aston Martin Celebrates 50 Years Of James Bond Movie With A Special Edition DBS SuperleggeraThe Aston Martin DBS Superleggera is set to become the newest James Bond-inspired car, thanks to the most recent collaboration between Aston Martin and EON Productions. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the James Bond film, On Her Majesty's Secret Service, 50 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' DBS Superleggera special edition cars will be sold. Painted Olive Green to match the original 1969 Aston Martin DBS driven by James Bond in the movie, the new models will take bring in a brutish elegance to the DBS Superleggera.1 min read
