New Delhi A specialised body for promoting sustainable development of the Indian auto sector, dubbed the National Automotive Board, is likely to be set up by April.

"The proposed National Automotive Board (NAB), which is being finalised by the Department of Heavy Industry, is likely to be cleared by the Cabinet in a month," an official said.

In the 15 years since Toyota introduced the Prius hybrid in Japan, the public’s understanding of how these automotive wonders work their magic has generally ranked right alongside its comprehension

In the Sean Connery starrer, You Only Live Twice, they bring three large suitcases to a terrace and from the contents of the boxes they quickly assemble a fighter plane for the 007.

China’s painstaking development of a low-cost, efficient energy solution for its commuters holds a lesson for India.

New Delhi: Despite the presence of a strong public transport system, the capital has been witnessing a growth in the number of private vehicles.

BANGALORE: The Volvo hybrid bus, unveiled at the Delhi Auto Expo earlier this month, would be launched on Bangalore roads soon, Karnataka Transport Minister R Ashoka said on Monday.

California approved aggressive new rules on Friday to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by requiring automakers to put many more electric and hybrid vehicles on the Golden State's roads by 2025.

California regulators are considering approval of far-reaching anti-smog regulations that would require automakers to ensure that 15 per cent of all vehicles sold in the State by 2025 are zero emission vehicles, while remaining cars will be required to show dramatically improved fuel efficiency.

The California Clean Air Board had been scheduled to vote on the proposal on Thursday, but were still listening to a procession of speakers.

The ongoing Auto Expo is not just about glamorous cars and superbikes being unveiled but also about caring for the future with the focus on the environment.