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Royal Enfield motorcycles are known for their laid-back nature with a distinguished exhaust note that ensures heads turn and people take notice. Going by their DNA, they love to cruise in the city or on the highway without being too perturbed by other rev-happy bikes. But the Continental GT 650 Twin, is a different beast altogether. It is an urban bike that loves to rev up. You can ride it hard but more importantly, it is designed for short-distance rides. Royal Enfield has no illusions that ...
It was in November 1901 that Royal Enfield launched its first motorcycle at the Stanley Cycle Show in London, kickstarting the journey of an iconic brand which has since inspired millions in their pursuit of pure motorcycling over the last 120 years. From these humble beginnings in 1901, Royal Enfield, the oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, has been a preserver of the legacy of building simple, fun and authentic motorcycles, to date. To mark this milestone year, Royal Enfiel...
Continental Presents 2-Channel Motorcycle ABS with Integrated Sensor Technology
Technology company Continental has developed a new generation of its compact 2-channel ABS for motorcycles. In this system (MK 100 MAB PYA), a new type of sensor is optionally integrated directly on the circuit board of the ABS. Thanks to this high integration, a separate motorcycle inertial measurement unit is no longer required. The mechanical holder for it on the motorcycle is eliminated, no wiring harness is required, and production becomes easier for the motorcycle manufacturer. In addit...
Road’s Best Dressed Icon: The All-New BMW R18 Transcontinental is here
BMW Motorrad India has launched the all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental in the country. The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental can be ordered as a completely built-up unit (CBU) from today onwards through the BMW Motorrad dealer network. BMW Motorrad India now offers three iconic motorcycles in the cruiser segment: The R 18, The R 18 Classic and The R 18 Transcontinental. The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental brings alive a nostalgic touring experience in a luxurious style. Mr. Vikram Pawa...
Continental launches production of Tire Pressure Monitoring System in India
Dedicated to safe mobility and backed by Vision Zero, technology company Continental has launched the production of Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) for passenger cars, at its Bangalore plant. With the localization of TPMS, Continental is steadfast in its commitment to supporting the local OEMs in India. In the next three years, Continental aims to rapidly scale up the TPMS production capacity. At present, the company is the first Tier 1 supplier to manufacture TPMS in India, providing ...
In line with the strategy of ‘in the Market, for the Market’, technology company Continental has today announced the inauguration of a new plant in Gurugram, together with its joint venture partner Nisshinbo Holdings. The JV was announced early last year, with Continental holding a share of 40 percent and Nisshinbo 60 percent. The new JV plant will produce valve blocks for Continental’s Electronic Brake Systems (EBS) in India. To date, Continental has prod...
Continental today presented its most sustainable series tire to date - the UltraContact NXT. With up to 65 percent renewable, recycled and mass balance certified materials, it combines a remarkably high share of sustainable materials with maximum safety and performance. Continental is the first manufacturer to launch a tire with both a high share of sustainable materials and maximum EU tire-label performance in volume production. All 19 sizes available will carry the highest possible rating (...
Royal Enfield returns with the JK Tyre Presents Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup - Season ‘23
Having flagged-in two spectacular seasons already, Royal Enfield is excited to announce the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup Season ‘23, India's uniquely inclusive motorcycle racing championship. Registrations for the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup 2023 commence today, inviting aspiring racers from across the country to participate in this thrilling racing competition. The racing spectacle will kick off in August 2023 and will conclude in November 2023 with three rounds of and ...
Continental delivers V-Shaped display to Hyundai Kona
Continental delivers V-shaped displays to equip vehicle manufacturer Hyundai. The technology company’s state-of-the-art display solution will now be part of the new Hyundai Kona series, which is on the market since 2023. The display offers a two-in-one solution as it combines the two screens of the instrument cluster and center information display under one glass surface. Additionally, the new Hyundai Kona features over-the-air (OTA) software s for new func...
Continental and DeepDrive develop Wheel Hub Drive with Integrated Brake
Continental has entered a strategic partnership with Munich-based high-tech company DeepDrive to develop core technologies for electric vehicles. As a first milestone, both companies will jointly develop a combined unit comprising drive and brake components for mounting directly on the vehicle wheel. DeepDrive is a specialist in the development of efficient electric motors, with many years of experience in large-scale automobile production. Continental, in turn, contributes its technological ...
Continental appoints Christopher Marsh as New Head of Surface Solutions Business in India
Christopher Marsh took charge as the head of the Surface Solutions business and the Pune Plant in India on October 01, 2023. He succeeds Landry Tchapda who now at the end of his assignment has been assigned another responsibility within the organization and is moving onward to Australia. Prashanth Doreswamy, President and CEO, Continental India said, “Continental welcomes Chris and wishes him the very best for his new role. His extensive experience in both global and local markets re...
Continental today announced a collaboration with Synopsys to accelerate the development and validation of software features and applications for the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV). This new collaboration integrates Synopsys’ industry-leading virtual prototyping solutions for virtual Electronic Control Units (vECU) within Continental’s Automotive Edge (CAEdge) cloud-based development framework. The results are digital twin capabilities for software development that help automakers ...
Continental and Telechips collaborate on Smart Cockpit High-Performance Computers
Korean semiconductor company Telechips supplies Continental with its Dolphin System on Chip (SoC) family. The SoC is adapted to the pre-integrated function set of Continental's Smart Cockpit High-Performance Computers (HPCs) and offers ideal system performance for cluster, infotainment and visualization of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). With the new hardware, a sweet spot between performance, costs, and reduced development times is achieved. The Smart Cockpit HPC is designed f...
Technology company Continental is committed to creating value in the Indian market by innovating high-tech mobility solutions with a renewed commitment to localization. With its “in the market, for the market” strategy, the company is focused on establishing itself as the leader in hardware excellence, software competence, and system expertise. This implies a continued expansion of electronics manufacturing, scaling up software development capabilities, and finally, robust integra...
Continental Is advancing Server-based Vehicle Architectures with Zone Control Units
With the series introduction of so-called Zone Control Units (ZCUs) for European and Asian car manufacturers, Continental has implemented another key component of server-based architectures in addition to high-performance computers. The technology company has received multiple customer orders for zone control units from car manufacturers worldwide. Continental’s electronics specialists are driving the development of software-defined vehicles worldwide. Zone control units form the middle...
This week we continue to bring you seven cool songs that have featured some of the most unforgettable cars in their music videos. Only this time, they're all music videos by some of the most dazzling women out there. Check them out here: 1938 Chevrolet Master De Luxe Business Coupe I drove all night by Cyndi Lauper Cyndi Lauper’s I drove all night version begins with a car driving with its headlamps in the middle of the night on a road. The video feature...
If you’re an HNI with good taste and are in the market for a new set of wheels, your car shopping, this festive season, just got simpler. This time around, ditch the usual and go after something that has been more aesthetically crafted. With exquisitely sloping rooflines and adrenalin pumping performance on offer, sedan coupes, though exorbitantly priced, are worth every bit of fun that they offer. Here’s what you should be checking out… Audi RS7 Launched at INR ...
