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SkyDrive SD-05 eVTOL Set for Tokyo Demo Flights in February 2026

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SkyDrive is bringing urban air mobility a step closer to reality in Japan, with demonstration flights of its SD-05 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft scheduled in Tokyo from 24–28 February 2026. The flights, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight, will mark the company’s first-ever demo operations within the Japanese capital. The initiative is part of a Tokyo Metropolitan Government-led project to explore real-world business models for eVTOL services, with support from Mitsubishi Estate and Kanematsu Corporation. A temporary take-off and landing zone will be set up in the outdoor parking area of Tokyo Big Sight’s East Wing, with two flights planned each day at 9:30 am and 12:05 pm. The SD-05 has already proven itself at Expo 2025 in Osaka and at the OsakaKo Vertiport. In Tokyo, the aircraft will fly without an onboard pilot, relying instead on automated flight controls and remote piloting technology—highlighting SkyDrive’s focus on safety and scalable urban operations. ...
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Range Rover Evoque to Roll Out of Tata’s New Tamil Nadu Plant

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Jaguar Land Rover is set to begin local assembly of the Range Rover Evoque at Tata Motors’ brand-new Panapakkam facility in Tamil Nadu from 9 February, marking a major step in strengthening its India-focused manufacturing strategy. The $994 million plant is Tata Motors’ first new factory in years and signals renewed momentum after the cyberattack that disrupted JLR’s global operations in 2025. Built with an annual capacity of 250,000 vehicles, the Panapakkam site will gradually take over more JLR assembly work currently handled at Tata’s Pune facility. Evoque production will start modestly, with under 10,000 units planned for the Indian market, but the factory has been designed with future expansion in mind, including exports and electric vehicle assembly. India’s premium SUV market continues to show strong demand, even as JLR faces pressure in traditional strongholds like China and the US. By localising production, the brand aims to sharpen pricing and compete more aggressively wit...
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JetSetGo, Vertical Aerospace Team Up to Bring Electric Aircraft to India

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Vertical Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indian private aviation operator JetSetGo for the proposed purchase of 50 Valo electric aircraft, marking a significant step towards advanced air mobility (AAM) in India. Beyond the headline numbers, the partnership goes deeper. Vertical Aerospace and JetSetGo will jointly work on developing route networks, operating models and regulatory engagement tailored for India’s metro and short-haul regional corridors. JetSetGo will lead market research, technical evaluations and feasibility studies across select routes to assess real-world viability. The Valo electric aircraft is designed to fly up to 160 km at speeds of around 240 km/h with zero operating emissions. Vertical is also developing a hybrid-electric version, which is expected to offer extended range, making it more suitable for regional connectivity. ALSO READ: Vertical Aerospace Brings Valo Electric Air Taxi to the US, Eyes Manhattan Routes Vertical A...
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Jaguar Marks 90 Years With SS Jaguar and Type 00 Concept Showcase in London

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Jaguar celebrated a major milestone by bringing its past and future together in the heart of London. To mark 90 years since its first name-bearing car, the brand displayed the original 1935 SS Jaguar alongside the futuristic Type 00 concept outside The Chancery Rosewood hotel—marking the first time the two have ever appeared together. The spotlight wasn’t just on history. The Type 00 concept debuted in a striking new London Red finish, a bespoke shade inspired by the city’s redbrick Victorian architecture and unmistakable icons like red phone booths and double-decker buses. It’s a bold nod to Jaguar’s British roots, wrapped in a thoroughly modern design. Parked beside it, the SS Jaguar reminded onlookers why the brand made waves back in 1935. Designed by Sir William Lyons, the car broke away from the upright, utilitarian British cars of the era with its low roofline and long bonnet—early signs of the sleek, performance-led design language Jaguar would become known for. Lyons’ desi...
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Mahindra Partners With indie Semiconductor for Advanced In-Cabin Monitoring Tech

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Mahindra & Mahindra has partnered with indie Semiconductor to deploy one of the most advanced driver and occupant monitoring systems (DOMS) in the Indian market for its Electric Origin SUVs, the XEV 9e and BE 6. Under the collaboration, indie’s CABIN EYE® perception software, developed by emotion3D and recently acquired by indie, will be integrated with EyeDentity, Mahindra’s in-house camera-based DOMS hardware platform. The system enables real-time monitoring of drivers and occupants, enhancing both safety and comfort. Mahindra has been pushing the envelope on vehicle safety, with the BE 6 and XEV 9e recently securing the highest-ever 5-star Bharat-NCAP safety ratings. By introducing DOMS functionality, the automaker is going beyond current Indian regulations and test protocols. The feature will also benefit from Mahindra’s software-defined vehicle architecture, allowing continuous updates via over-the-air (OTA) updates to add new safety and comfort capabilities over time. AL...
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BRABUS Turns the Lamborghini Urus SE Minty Fresh With 900hp

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BRABUS has officially stepped into Lamborghini territory, and it hasn’t done so quietly. The German aftermarket heavyweight has unveiled its first-ever Lamborghini-based build—the BRABUS 900 Urus SE—and it’s as wild as you’d expect, both in numbers and in looks. The debut took place on ice at Austria’s FAT Ice Race, a fitting stage for a machine that thrives on drama. What really stole the spotlight, though, was the colour. Dubbed “MINT,” this Urus SE is drenched head to toe in a striking green finish that pops even harder against a frozen backdrop. Carbon fibre accents at the front, sides, and rear keep the look aggressive and unmistakably BRABUS. Under the skin, things get even more serious. BRABUS has reworked the Urus SE’s hybrid powertrain, giving the twin-turbo V8 a healthy boost through revised calibration tailored specifically for the electrified setup. While technical details remain under wraps, the results are clear. The combustion engine now delivers 708hp, which, whe...
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Toyota Pixis Van Goes Electric in Japan With Class-Leading Range

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Toyota has expanded its electric portfolio in Japan with the launch of a battery-electric version of the Pixis Van kei commercial vehicle. Sales begin on 2 February 2026, with prices starting at ¥3.15 million. Developed jointly by Suzuki, Daihatsu and Toyota, the new Pixis Van BEV blends kei-car packaging know-how with Toyota’s electrification tech. Power comes from a 36.6 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers a claimed range of 257 km, the longest among kei commercial electric vans in Japan. The Pixis Van BEV uses Toyota’s e-Smart Electric setup, featuring a rear-mounted eAxle that integrates the motor, inverter and reduction gear. Output stands at 47 kW and 126 Nm, while the underfloor battery layout helps lower the centre of gravity for better stability. Fast charging can take the battery from 0 to around 80 percent in about 50 minutes using a 50 kW charger or higher, while a standard 6 kW charger completes a full charge in roughly six hours. The van also gets a 1,500 W external...
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