Auto Industry

Uno Minda, a leading Tier 1 supplier of proprietary auto solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), has successfully participated in Acma Automechanika Delhi 2026, taking place from February 5–7, 2026, a...

The 6th edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 opened its doors at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi, reaffirming its position as India’s definitive platform for the automotive aftermarket and a key convergence p...

The Indian Auto LPG Coalition (IAC) has submitted a formal representation to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), urging the inclusion of Auto LPG (Autogas) in the ongoing TERI-led study titled “C...

I call the Union Budget exercise an annual jamboree. While ordinary citizens look forward to benefits that accrue directly to them in terms of income tax reliefs or cost cuts in their daily items of purchase, variou...

The sixth edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, India’s premier international trade fair for the auto component and automotive aftermarket industry, will bring together over 870+ exhibitors, serving as a key conv...

With the conclusion of the India–EU Free Trade Agreement, calibrated and carefully crafted quota based auto liberalisation package will not only allow EU auto makers to introduce their models in India in higher pric...

ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026, India’s international trade fair for the automotive service and aftermarket industry, will take place from 5–7 February 2026 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, marking its largest edit...

Ather Energy announced that Ather riders now have access to 5000+ public fast chargers equipped with the LECCS (Light Electric Combined Charging System) connector. This network spans across 395+ cities and includes ...

BMW Group India has once again posted its highest-ever annual car sales, registering consistently high performance in a dynamic business environment. The company sold 18,001 cars in calendar year 2025, achieving hig...

Tata Motors marked a defining milestone in India’s electric mobility journey, with over 250,000 TATA.ev vehicles plying on road, affirming its position as the pioneer and market leader in India’s growing electric pa...

S. Samuel (Sam), former Managing Director of Ceat and Harrisons Malayalam, and former Supervisory Board Member of the RPG Group, passed away peacefully in his sleep on 19 December 2025, at the age of 91.

The ICOTY and IMOTY Awards 2026, presented by JK Tyre, took centre stage in New Delhi at one of the industry’s most anticipated evenings. The ICOTY Awards, now in their 21st year, and the IMOTY Awards, in their 19th...

India’s electric vehicle (EV) policy has entered a new phase of scale. The PM eDrive scheme delivered 1.13 million EVs in its first year while offering half the per-vehicle subsidy compared to FAME II, signalling a ...

India's EV sector raised $1.4B in 2025 YTD, marking a 27% increase over the $1.1B raised in 2024. This significant capital was concentrated in just 65 funding rounds (down sharply from 135 in 2024), indicating great...

JSW MG Motor India has announced the expansion of its luxury retail channel, MG Select. The network now encompasses 15 Experience Centres across 14 major cities in India, underscoring the brand's commitment to deliv...

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets' with a financial outlay of Rs.7280 crore. This first-of-its-kind init...

Bentley Motors announced a series of updates to its forward-thinking Beyond100+ strategy, reflecting current market and customer perspectives. In a press conference streamed live from Bentley’s home in Crewe, and th...

Marelli has established a new technical R&D site in Bangalore, southern India, to further expand the company’s engineering capabilities, supporting its innovation strategy in crucial automotive technology areas. The...

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organised the Automotive HR & Skilling Conclave 2025 recently in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, under the theme ‘Accelerating Ahead: HR and Skilling for the Future of Mobi...

Big two wheeler players in India like Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, Hero MotoCorp, TVS Motor Company and Royal Enfield, among others, recorded peak retail sales in 2025, thanks to the festive season and the posi...

Hero MotoCorp announced its official entry into the United Kingdom in partnership with MotoGB with its Euro 5+ range led by Hunk 440.This marks the company’s 51st international market, strengthening its footprint a...

Maruti Suzuki India announced that the Jimny 5-door has achieved a landmark milestone, surpassing a cumulative export figure of 1 lakh units from India.

Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra Group have signed a landmark Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) to advance the C-390 Millennium solution for the Indian Air Force’s Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programm...

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced the appointment of Tarun Garg as the next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, subject to approval of shareholders, effective January 01, 202...

Maruti Suzuki India signed a Memorandum of Agreement (“MoA”) with the Transport Department, Government of Tamil Nadu to set up 10 Automated Driving Test Tracks (“ADTTs”)across the state.

Micelio Mobility’s annual flagship event, the ‘Global Clean Mobility Summit 2025’ concluded in Bengaluru, spotlighting innovation, collaboration, and leadership in sustainable transport.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samagra Shikshana Karnataka (Department of School Education and Literacy), Government of Karnataka, to promote and stren...

Revving up its fast-paced performance for 2025, BMW Group India posted highest-ever car sales in first nine months of the calendar year (January – September). The company sold 11,978 cars and 3,976 motorcycles. BMW ...

The 13th edition of Traffic Infratech Expo, along with Road Infratech Expo and Parking Infratech Expo, has officially opened the doors at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in India’s infras...

Maruti Suzuki India has announced the arrival of first lot of vehicles in Kashmir valley by rail, becoming the first automobile manufacturer in the country to use Indian Railways to dispatch vehicles to the region. ...

Raptee.HV, the Chennai-based electric motorcycle startup pioneering the use of electric car’s high-voltage (HV) technology in two-wheelers, has announced that it has secured strategic funding from the Technology Dev...

To deliberate on advancing road safety, fostering responsible driving practices, and accelerating the transition towards greener mobility solutions, the Society for Automotive Fitness & Environment (SAFE), an initia...

At the 65th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the Special Plenary Session 1 on “Key Enablers Driving Global Leadership in Sustainable Mobility” brought together industry lea...

At the 65th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), industry leaders and policymakers discussed the critical role of sustainable mobility in achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047.

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) hosted the 7th edition of the Auto Retail Conclave, centered around the theme "Self-Sustaining Success: Transforming Auto Retail for Naya Bharat."The Conclave...

The BSA Gold Star came back to India last year, carrying with it the unmistakable charm of authentic British motorcycling.

Marking yet another significant milestone, Renault India, a fully owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, announced 300+ customer deliveries of its popular models across Kerala, during the auspicious ...

Business leaders, automotive bodies, researchers and analysts have all hailed the steps taken at the 56th meeting of the GST council on Sept 03 towards GST reforms.

Following the announcement made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort on August 15, 2025 on next-generation GST reforms,

In a major stride towards next-level automation and advanced manufacturing, Kinetic Engineering Ltd., part of Kinetic India, has inaugurated its advanced Robotic Chassis Line at its facility in Ahilya Nagar, Maharas...

Maruti Suzuki India has commenced the exports of Suzuki’s first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), the e Vitara, in August. Over 2,900 units of e Vitara were shipped from Pipavav Port in Gujarat to 12 European countrie...

A delegation of the Karnataka Bike Taxi Welfare Association (BTA) met Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, in the Parliament complex to raise concerns over the suspension of bike taxi services in...

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), under its Jaivik Pahal (Bio Initiative) campaign, hosted the 4th International Conference on World Biofuel Day 2025 in New Delhi, themed “Indian Auto Industry’s...

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) convened the inaugural edition of Steer 2025 (Safe, Tech, Empower & Engage, and Reach) in New Delhi, a national aftermarket confluence aimed at char...

JSW MG Motor is celebrating its sixth anniversary in India, by announcing special anniversary pricing for limited period, 100% on-road funding and EMI holiday options on Hector and Astor.

Renault Group is accelerating its development in India, one of the most dynamic automotive markets in the world. As part of its strategy to make the country a key international hub, the Group has taken a major step ...

Hyundai Motor India is celebrating 10 glorious years of the Hyundai Creta in India. What began in July 2015 as HMIL’s bold step into the mid-SUV segment, has today become a name synonymous with power, style and aspi...

Renault Group announced the appointment of Stephane Deblaise as Chief Executive Officer of Renault Group in India, effective September 1, 2025. In this role, he will be responsible for defining and executing the Gro...

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organised the 11th SIAM Automotive Logistics Conclave in New Delhi, focusing on the theme "Enhancing Efficiencies in Automotive Logistics."

VinFast Auto India, the subsidiary of global electric vehicle leader VinFast, has announced the induction of its first cohort of 200 locally hired professionals at its soon to be inaugurate factory in Thoothukudi, T...

According to a report by CareEdge Global IFSC Limited, a full-service credit rating agency, China has firmly established itself as the global powerhouse in the Rare Earth Element (REE) sector, holding 49% of the wor...

BMW Group India has announced a change in personnel at the helm with Hardeep Singh Brar being appointed as the President and Chief Executive Officer effective 1 September 2025.

Kinetic Watts and Volts, the electric mobility arm of the pioneering Kinetic Group, announced the inauguration of its next-generation manufacturing facility in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra.

Renault India, a fully owned subsidiary of Renault Group, has unveiled its new India-centric transformation strategy – renault. rethink with the inauguration of the Renault Design Centre Chennai.

The Mahindra Group has announced senior leadership appointments across businesses. Hemant Sikka, who is currently President of the Farm Equipment Sector (FES), has been appointed as the MD & CEO of Mahindra Logistic...

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) successfully organised the 19th SIAM Styling & Design Conclave alongside the 17th Automotive Design Challenge (ADC). Themed "Innovating Today, Inspiring Tomorrow...

Bharat Forge Limited inked the largest domestic contract of 184 indigenously developed Artillery Systems with the Ministry of Defense. This accounts to 60% of the Rs 6900 crore procurement by the MOD. The Advanced T...

ASK Automotive Limited, India’s largest manufacturer of Brake Shoes and Advanced Braking Systems for two-wheelers participated at the ongoing Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 – The Components Show, scheduled from Ja...

BGauss, a lifestyle enhancing mobility solution, belonging to the promoters of RR Global, announced it has raised Rs 161 crore in a new funding round, comprising a mix of primary and secondary capital.

Writing a new chapter of success, BMW Group India has achieved its best-ever annual car deliveries with 11% growth. The company delivered 15,721 cars (BMW and MINI) and 8,301 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) between Janua...

They say it was the Osamu Suzuki magic that transformed India’s automobile industry in 1981 with the setting up of Maruti Udyog Ltd (now Maruti Suzuki India Ltd) in India. That’ not fiction, it is a fact. The man be...

The building of an electric car industry in South and Southeast Asia (SSEA) will be expensive. It will involve execution risk typical for cross-border expenditure, where entities will try to anticipate shifting poli...

Castrol India Limited, a leading lubricant manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Kedar Lele as its new Managing Director, effective 1 November 2024.

HERE Technologies, the leading location data and technology platform, in collaboration with SBD Automotive, a global automotive research firm, unveiled anElectric Vehicle (EV) Index for India.

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the leading organisation for India’s auto component sector, held its 64th Annual Session on September 09, 2024, centered on the theme ‘Viksit Bhara...

Volvo Group is committed to becoming a climate-neutral company by 2040, and this commitment includes its supply chain and global suppliers from India. In 2022, Volvo Group developed and started sourcing fossil free ...

BYD India, a subsidiary of the world's leading New Energy Vehicles (NEV) manufacturer BYD, marks its 11th anniversary of its electric mobility journey in India since the arrival of its first electric bus in Chennai ...

GLIDA, one of India's leading public EV Charge Point Operators (formerly known as Fortum Charge & Drive India), announced the inauguration of its largest electric vehicle charging hub in Hyderabad with 102 charging ...

Vector Consulting Group, India's fastest-growing management consulting company, unveils an in-depth research-based report on the Indian auto manufacturing industry.

On March 25th, BYD, the world's leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, became the world's first automaker to roll off its 7 millionth new energy vehicle, the Denza N7, symbolizing another g...

Celebrating the women who are breaking barriers nationwide, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has launched its new digital campaign ‘Arena Journeys’ under the Maruti Suzuki Arena brand

Asiabrake 2024, the 10th Annual Conference & Exhibition has brought together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore the latest advancements and trends in brake systems engineering.

Ultraviolette Automotive, an electric two wheeler manufacturer, has appointed Ajay Shanker as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ajay comes with a rich background spanning over 25 years in pivotal financial roles at...

Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC), operating under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, made a remarkable presence at India's inaugural Bharat Mobility Global Expo – 2024.

The 5th edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2024 has raised its curtain at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The show began with a renewed enthusiasm from the industry and is pleased to welcome 500+ exhibitors from Ind...

Business leaders in the automotive space hailed the Interim Budget 2024-25 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for its clear focus on strengthening the electric vehicle ecosystem at large.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx SUV from Nexa has become India’s fastest passenger vehicle to achieve 1 lakh sales milestone since launch, in just 10 months, setting a new industry benchmark. The Fronx was unveiled globally at ...

Altair, a global leader in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI), announced its collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to establish an eMobility simulation lab on the ins...

In the year 2023 that marked the 60th anniversary of its foundation, Automobili Lamborghini set a record that will live in the company's history. For the first time, the House of Sant'Agata Bolognese delivered more ...

The aluminum die-casting specialist LMG Manufacturing inaugurated its new production hall in Hoym/Seeland after just ten months of construction.

BYD has concluded 2023 with record-breaking sales volume, which surpasses the 3 million annual sales target and becomes the global new energy vehicle (NEV) sales champion, for the second year in a row. This year als...

The three-day 5th edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi is scheduled to hit the ground from February 1 to 3, 2024 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi bringing together 500+ exhibitors from 12 countries.

Hyundai Motor Group held its 2024 New Year address at Kia AutoLand Gwangmyeong, the first dedicated electric vehicle (EV) plant in Korea, looking forward to the year ahead and outlining the Group’s key areas of focu...

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has achieved a remarkable feat by crossing the 15 million customers mark in western region of India.

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has crossed the 10 lakh automatic vehicle sales milestone. As a pioneer brand in automotive innovation, Maruti Suzuki has played a critical role in popularising two-pedal automatic...

After posting the best-ever half-year in 2023, BMW Group India continues the success story by posting the best-ever year to date sales (January – September) – for all three brands – BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad. In th...

October 11, 2023 marked the inaugural day of the highly anticipated TrafficInfratech Expo with its concurrent shows Parking Infra Tech Expo, Road Infra Tech Expo and Smart Mobility Expo. The event kicked off at Prag...

After almost trebling to 7.3 lakh units last fiscal, volume growth of electric two-wheelers (e2Ws) is set to slow to 25% this fiscal following the recent reduction of subsidy under the FAME-II scheme and consequent ...

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara rings in its first anniversary with a remarkable milestone of fastest 1 lakh sales in the Mid-SUV segment in less than a year. This achievement is a testament to Grand Vitara's astounding ...

Premium electric motorcycle startup, Raptee has raised $3 Million in a Pre Series A round led by deep-tech VC fund Bluehill Capital

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari launched the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) in New Delhi aiming to enhance road safety by elevating vehicle safety standards for up to 3...

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has signed an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) for the acquisition and assignment of identified assets related to General Motors India (GMI)’s Talegaon Plant in Maharashtra.

Maruti Suzuki True Value has achieved a landmark milestone of selling 50 lakh pre-owned cars. Introduced in 2001, it has been a one-stop destination to buy and sell quality pre-owned cars. The hassle-free purchase a...

In order to drive circular economy, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the apex automotive industry body, organised a seminar on 'Achieving Circularity in the Automotive Industry through Extended...

Magenta Mobility, an integrated electric mobility solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Vishal Sharma as its National Head - Asset.

Seven of the world’s leading automakers – BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group, Stellantis NV – are creating a joint venture to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles in North ...

Mobec, India's fastest-growing network of portable EV charging solutions, has announced the launch of its pan-India franchise network.

Valeo, the global automotive technology provider, has set-up a second line in Sanand, Gujarat, to manufacture Ultrasonic Sensors in India.

A 2,00,000+ strong Hunter 350 community across the globe … and still counting! Royal Enfield, global leader in the mid-size motorcycle segment (250cc - 750cc), has crossed the 2,00,000 sales mark for its compact and...

BYD India, a subsidiary of the world's leading New Energy Vehicle manufacturer BYD, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bajaj Finance Limited (BFL), the lending arm of Bajaj Finserv Ltd...