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Time of India
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Exhausting policy
Times of India's Edit Page team comprises senior journalists with wide-ranging interests who debate and opine on the news and issues of the day. Fixing air quality is not as easy as scrapping old vehicles. But govt's gone for the short cut New York schoolteacher Irv Gordon drove his 1966 Volvo P1800S 51L km before his death in 2018. German Gunther Holtorf drove his 1988 Mercedes G-Class around the world – altogether 9L km – over 26 years. Neither US nor Germany has a mandatory vehicle scrappage rule. In fact, the average age of cars in US has risen from 9 years to 14 years since 2000. But India has made compulsory vehicle scrapping a pillar of its clean air policy, and starting yesterday, diesel vehicles older than 10 years, and petrol vehicles older than 15 years aren't being sold fuel in Delhi. Agreed, vehicles that shouldn't be on the road shouldn't be fuelled. But govt diktats have costs – fuel station staff will spend time monitoring 62L registration plates, arguing with vehicle owners, and possibly getting manhandled. So, one must ask, what's the point? If the goal is to clean up Delhi's air, removing old vehicles won't make a significant dent. Yes, studies have shown that vehicles are responsible for over 50% of pollutants in Delhi's air, but that's largely due to the nature of stop-and-go traffic. All vehicles – new or old – pollute more in these conditions. The solution is to have fewer vehicles on the road, but that can't happen without comfortable and dependable public transport, and safe pedestrian and bicycle paths. US air quality has improved tremendously since 1980 despite the increase in average vehicle age. That can happen only when govts look beyond the low-hanging fruit of vehicle scrappage. Prioritising vehicle maintenance over age, for example. How can Delhi's air be clean if 35% of its pollutants enter from neighbouring districts? Industry, mining, agriculture, deforestation, all affect air quality, but they can't be fixed with the stroke of a pen. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email This piece appeared as an editorial opinion in the print edition of The Times of India.
LeMonde
29-06-2025
- LeMonde
A wedding in southern France ends in bloodshed, casting a shadow of drug-related violence
The tall metal barriers still blocking access to the parking lot of Goult's village hall, in the Vaucluse region of southeastern France, do little obscure the striking scene: in the distance, the green hills of the Petit Luberon, hillside villages clinging to the slopes, vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields; in the foreground, bullet holes in the village hall's façade, bloodstains on the steps and paving stones at the entrance and car debris scattered across the asphalt. In a single glance, Vaucluse reveals all its beauty and – all its violence. The sound of gunfire drowned out the cicadas for a few seconds on the night from Saturday, June 21, to Sunday, June 22, in a scene reminiscent of a Tarantino film, at the end of a wedding party that ended in horror. At 3 pm on Saturday, Hakim and Chaïma (names have been changed) exchanged vows. By 4 am Sunday, their car came under fire from automatic weapons. The village hall in Goult had already emptied out. Fewer than 30 guests remained when the newlyweds climbed into a large Mercedes G-Class to leave. A Volkswagen Golf blocked their way in the parking lot. Four masked men got out and opened fire. Chaïma, 27, was shot near the carotid artery and died instantly. Hakim, 25, was seriously wounded by several shots to the upper body. The bride's 13-year-old nephew, who was in the vehicle, was seriously injured in the chest area. The groom's sister, in a neighboring car, was more lightly wounded in the shoulder.
Qatar Tribune
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Qatar Tribune
MoCI recalls Mercedes G-Class 2024 model
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Nasser Bin Khaled and Sons Automobiles—the authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership in Qatar—has announced the recall of the 2024 Mercedes G-Class model. The recall has been initiated due to an issue with the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) software control unit, which does not align with the current series production configuration. As a result, the engine indicator light may fail to display as intended in the event of an independent hardware fault within the ESP system.
Scottish Sun
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic car brand's new £155k EV ‘is a complete flop' after iconic model loved by celebs is reinvented
The new electric version of the iconic SUV has been massively outsold by its petrol and diesel counterparts BRAKE IT DOWN Iconic car brand's new £155k EV 'is a complete flop' after iconic model loved by celebs is reinvented Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STAFF at Mercedes have admitted that the electric version of an SUV popular with celebrities has been a "complete flop". The German manufacturer had high hopes for the £154,810 EV, but it has not had the desired impact on the car market. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 The G-Wagon has proved popular with the super-rich Credit: simon thompson 6 The electric version of the G-Class has been branded a "complete flop" Credit: Getty 6 The original G-Wagon has sold more than seven times its electric counterpart Credit: Justin Leighton 2025 An electric version of the popular Mercedes G-Class - often referred to as the G-Wagon - has not proved successful among customers. Reports show that, since the G 580 was introduced in April last year, the original G-Wagon has almost seven times more sales than its electric counterpart. German newspaper Handelsblatt reported that one Mercedes executive had labelled the motor a "complete flop". They added: "The car is sitting like lead at dealers. It's a complete flop." Read more in Motors 'MODERN ART' Shoppers gobsmacked after smash leaves one motor mounted on top of another Another manager admitted the volume of sales for the "niche" EV had been "very low". It is understood that only 1,450 electric G-Wagons had been sold over a 12-month period, compared to 9,700 sales of the regular version. Despite having the same silhouette, the G 580 has proved difficult to sell against its iconic predecessor, which is substantially cheaper. The latter retails from £133,500, which is £20,000 less than its electric alternative. Customers have also been put off by the EV's EPA-certified range, which sits at just 239 miles from a single charge. And it could affect Mercedes plans for a downsized version, the "Little G", which is set to be released in 2027. Mercedes reveals its new luxury EV with 'superscreen' passengers can play video games or watch Netflix on while on move It was initially rumoured to be an EV-only model, but the motor giants might have to rethink these plans following the damning data and offer the vehicles with combustion engines. First designed in the 1970s, the G-Wagon was originally conceived as a military vehicle. But it has garnered a reputation for ferrying around famous faces and the super-rich, including Megan Fox, Britney Spears and Kendall Jenner. Speaking to Motor1, Mercedes' Markus Nast, global communications manager for compacts, midsizers, and the G-Class, said the company was "prepared for all market scenarios". He added: "Into the 2030s, we can flexibly offer vehicles with both a fully electric drivetrain or an electrified high-tech combustion engine. "Our customers decide what suits them best. This also applies for the G-Class." The G 580 features a three-speed intelligent off-road crawl function, which can drag the car through ditches and ravines. It can reach 62mph in less than five seconds, with a top speed of 112mph. 6 The electric motor can reach 62mph in 4.7 seconds Credit: simon thompson 6 Reports show that the all-electric iteration has tanked in the car market Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 6 The G-Class has garnered a reputation for ferrying around famous faces Credit: simon thompson Like a regular G-Wagon, the electric G has a ladder-frame chassis with low-range, off-road gearing and trick suspension. And with an impressive 587hp, the three-tonne tank is as quick as a Porsche Cayman off the line. But reports have shown that the all-electric iteration has tanked in the market, with customers still favouring the iconic original motor. The Sun contacted Mercedes for comment.
The Irish Sun
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic car brand's new £155k EV ‘is a complete flop' after iconic model loved by celebs is reinvented
STAFF at Mercedes have admitted that the electric version of an SUV popular with celebrities has been a "complete flop". The German manufacturer had high hopes for the £154,810 EV, but it has not had the desired impact on the car market. Advertisement 6 The G-Wagon has proved popular with the super-rich Credit: simon thompson 6 The electric version of the G-Class has been branded a "complete flop" Credit: Getty 6 The original G-Wagon has sold more than seven times its electric counterpart Credit: Justin Leighton 2025 An electric version of the popular Mercedes G-Class - often referred to as the G-Wagon - has not proved successful among customers. Reports show that, since the G 580 was German newspaper They added: "The car is sitting like lead at dealers. It's a complete flop." Advertisement Read more in Motors Another manager admitted the volume of sales for the "niche" EV had been "very low". It is understood that only 1,450 electric G-Wagons had been sold over a 12-month period, compared to 9,700 sales of the regular version. Despite having the same silhouette, the G 580 has proved difficult to sell against its iconic predecessor, which is substantially cheaper. The latter retails from £133,500 , which is £20,000 less than its electric alternative. Advertisement Most read in Motors Breaking Customers have also been put off by the EV's EPA-certified range, which sits at just 239 miles from a single charge. And it could affect Mercedes plans for a downsized version, the "Little G", which is set to be released in 2027. Mercedes reveals its new luxury EV with 'superscreen' passengers can play video games or watch Netflix on while on move It was initially rumoured to be an EV-only model, but the motor giants might have to rethink these plans following the damning data and offer the vehicles with combustion engines. First designed in the 1970s, the G-Wagon was originally conceived as a military vehicle. Advertisement But it has garnered a reputation for ferrying around f amous faces and the super-rich, including Megan Fox , Britney Spears and Kendall Jenner . Speaking to He added: "Into the 2030s, we can flexibly offer vehicles with both a fully electric drivetrain or an electrified high-tech combustion engine. "Our customers decide what suits them best. This also applies for the G-Class." Advertisement The G 580 features a three-speed intelligent off-road crawl function, which can drag the car through ditches and ravines. It can reach 62mph in less than five seconds, with a top speed of 112mph. 6 The electric motor can reach 62mph in 4.7 seconds Credit: simon thompson 6 Reports show that the all-electric iteration has tanked in the car market Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Advertisement 6 The G-Class has garnered a reputation for ferrying around famous faces Credit: simon thompson Like a regular , the electric G has a ladder-frame chassis with low-range, off-road gearing and trick suspension. And with an impressive 587hp, the three-tonne tank is as quick as a Porsche Cayman off the line. But reports have shown that the all-electric iteration has tanked in the market, with customers still favouring the iconic original motor. Advertisement The Sun contacted Mercedes for comment.
