Valeo accelerates industrial footprint and technologies in India

On the occasion of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, taking place from February 16 to 20, 2026, Valeo reaffirms its ambition in the world’s rapidly growing automotive market. Anchored in its new “Elevate 2028” stra...

Tsuyo unveils next-generation EV powertrain technologies

Leading EV powertrain manufacturer Tsuyo Manufacturing announced the launch of next-generation electric motor and powertrain technologies with superior performance and efficiency. The launch comes as a big boost to ...

ACMA–BCG joint study highlights smart factories as a key enabler

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), released a joint study titled “Bolts, Bytes and Bots: Reimagining Next-Gen Auto Component Manu...

Priya Kapur delivers keynote on Sona Comstar’s Business Turnaround

Ms Priya Kapur, non-executive Director at Sona Comstar and Managing Director of Aureus Investment, delivered her first public address as keynote speaker at the 60th ACMA Excellence Awards & Technology Summit 2026 i...

Uno Minda showcases innovative aftermarket solutions

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...

6th edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 begins

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...

Plea to include Auto LPG in TERI-led fuels study

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...

Union Budget 2026-27: The annual jamboree continues

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...

Jeep announces strategic plan Jeep 2.0 to boost product momentum in India

Jeep, the iconic SUV brand with 85 years of global heritage, reaffirmed its commitment to Asia Pacific with India at the center of its Strategic Plan Jeep 2.0. This plan for India reflects Jeep’s vision to build end...

ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 will see strong global participation

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...

India–EU Free Trade Agreement concluded

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...

Shifting sands of India’s electric two wheeler industry

The latest retail sales data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations of India (FADA) reveals an interesting trend. Leading the pack of retailers are two major ICE players, TVS Motor Company and...

Neolite ZKW holds commemorative ceremony of Pune lighting plant

Neolite ZKW Lightings Limited, an established manufacturer and global supplier of automotive lighting products and components for OEMs, across a broad spectrum of vehicle categories for passenger vehicles, commercia...

Gulf Oil Lubricants expands infrastructure portfolio with key OEM alliances

Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. (GOLIL), one of India’s fastest-growing lubricant companies, has announced key strategic partnerships with leading construction equipment manufacturers- ACE - Action Construction Equip...

Hierry Sabbagh gets additional role as President, Nissan India

Nissan has announced a series of senior management changes in its Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region, designed to strengthen delivery of the Re:Nissan transformation plan and enhance opera...

Valeo, Hero MotoCorp announce partnership at CES 2026

Valeo, a global leader in automotive technology, and Hero MotoCorp, world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, announced their strategic partnership through the signing of the Memorandum of Understand...

Ather Energy riders have access to 5000+ fast chargers across India

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 ...

Suzuki Motorcycle India hits 10 million units production milestone in its 20th year

Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMPL) announced a major landmark in its manufacturing journey with the roll-out its 10 millionth two-wheeler from its Gurugram (India) plant. This achievement reflects SMIPL’s steady growth ...

V-Green, HPCL to develop EV charging infrastructure

V-Green and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) announced collaboration partnership towards jointly setting up EVCS at HPCL fuel stations in different markets

Ceat remembers legacy of S. Samuel, former MD and industry stalwart

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.

ICOTY 2026 goes to Maruti Suzuki Victoris, IMOTY to TVS Apache RTX 300

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...

PM eDrive delivers 1.13 million EVs with reduced subsidy: CEEW

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 ...

Esyasoft e-Mobility,  Park+ to deploy 10,000 EV chargers across India

In a major push to accelerate India’s clean mobility transition, Esyasoft e-Mobility and Park+, India’s largest community and corporate mobility platform, have announced a strategic partnership to deploy 10,000 EV c...

UST to acquire majority stake in Italdesign owned by Lamborghini

The Audi Group is entering into a strategic partnership with UST, a global transformation company specializing in AI-powered technology, design, and engineering. UST, headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California (USA), ...

Bijliride expands its two-wheeler EV rental services

Bijliride, one of India’s fastest-growing two-wheeler EV rental platforms, announced its expansion into three major cities, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR, marking the next big leap in its two-wheeler EV rental ex...

Maruti Suzuki ties up with 13 CPOs for pan India EV charging platform

Maruti Suzuki India announced a historic signing of collaboration agreements with 13 Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and aggregators to provide seamless charging experiences on a single platform.

JSW MG Motor India sells 50,000 units of MG Windsor in under 400 days

JSW MG Motor India announced that the MG Windsor has crossed the 50,000 sales milestone in just over a year, marking a historic achievement for the company. With this, the MG Windsor becomes India’s first EV to cros...

Greaves Cotton, Ligier Group partner Euro V+ certified diesel engines

Greaves Cotton Limited has partnered with Ligier Group (“Ligier”), one of Europe’s most recognised manufacturers of light & heavy quadricycles

Honda unveils next-generation technologies

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. held the Honda Automotive Technology Workshop for members of news media. Following is a summary of the next-generation technologies for automobile products scheduled to go on sale in the second...

Eurogrip tyres introduces new adventure range at Eicma 2025, Milan

Eurogrip, India’s leading brand of two-and three-wheeler tyres from TVS Srichakra Ltd., introduced Trailhound Wild & Bee Wild as part of its latest range of adventure and scooter tyres at EICMA 2025, the world’s for...

Two wheeler sales break all records in October 2025

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...

Statiq, BMW Group India partner to electrify major corridors across India

Statiq, India’s leading EV charging network provider, has announced a landmark partnership with BMW Group India aimed at transforming the country’s e-mobility landscape.

Hero MotoCorp rides into UK, expanding its operations to 51 countries

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...

India’s auto deals hit USD 4.6 billion in Q3, says Grant Thornton report

According to the Grant Thornton Bharat Q3 2025 Automotive Dealtracker, India’s automotive sector recorded its strongest quarter in over a year, with 30 transactions valued at USD 4.6 billion.

Embraer , Mahindra Group to introduce C-390 Millennium in 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 appoints Tarun Garg as MD & CEO

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 to automate 10 driving test tracks in Tamil Nadu

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.

Sona Comstar signs MOU with Neura Robotics

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar), a global leader in mobility technology solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Neura Robotics GmbH at Metzingen, Germany.

Revolt Motors appoints Roy Kurian as President

Revolt Motors, a leading electric motorcycle brand, has announced the appointment of Roy Kurian as President. With over three decades of proven leadership across automotive and electric mobility sectors, Kurian brin...

JSW MG Motor India deploys 80% women workforce at battery assembly shop

JSW MG Motor India announced that its battery assembly shop in Halol, Gujarat has achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching 80% gender diversity across operations.

VIDA – Powered by Hero MotoCorp – Elevates EV ownership journey

VIDA – powered by Hero MotoCorp – has introduced a comprehensive suite of value-added services designed to enhance every stage of EV ownership.

Visteon launches Scholar programme in India for engineering colleges

Visteon Corporation, a global leader in automotive electronics and connected cockpit solutions, announced the launch of Scholar, a flagship programme under Visteon University across 26 engineering colleges in India.

26th SAFE Annual Convention reinforces commitment to road discipline

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...

Role of software defined vehicles highlighted at SIAM meet

The Special Plenary Session 2 at the 65th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on “Embracing the Future: Strategic Development and Market Integration of Software Defined Vehicle...

Auto leaders discuss ways to attain global leadership in sustainable mobility

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...

PM highlights opportunities for India to lead in green transportation

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.

FADA 7th Auto Retail Conclave affirms “Self-Sustaining Success”

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...

Hyundai Motor India’s EV charging network delivers 2.3 million units of clean energy

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), has reinforced its commitment to developing a comprehensive EV ecosystem across the country.

Hero MotoCorp appoints Harshavardhan Chitale as CEO

Hero MotoCorp Limited announced the appointment of Harshavardhan Chitale as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective Monday, January 5, 2026, following approval of the Board of Directors.

Vedanta boosts metal manufacturing to advance EV industry

On World EV Day, Vedanta Limited, India’s leading critical minerals, energy transition metals, oil & gas and technology conglomerate said it is set to boost metal manufacturing for the evolving needs of the country’...

BSA Gold Star celebrates first anniversary in India

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

Mercedes-Benz India celebrates 1-yr milestone of new long wheelbase E-Class

Mercedes-Benz India announced the first anniversary of the new Long Wheel base E-Class, the best selling luxury sedan in the country.

Reactions on GST cut: A tailwind for the auto sector

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.

GST slashed for tractors, small cars, motorcycles, tyres, auto parts, among others

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

BYD India marks 10,000 deliveries, driving innovation, sustainability

BYD India, a subsidiary of BYD, the global No. 1 NEV (New Energy Vehicle) manufacturer, is celebrating a landmark moment with the delivery of its 10,000th electric vehicle in India.

Ashok Leyland to Invest in the battery ecosystem for a sustainable India

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced its plans to invest in development and manufacturing of next-generation batteries, for bot...

Mukand Sumi Special Steel launches greenfield integrated plant

Mukand Sumi Special Steel Limited (MSSSL) has announced a significant expansion in production with the construction of a greenfield integrated steelmaking facility at Kanakapura, Koppal, Karnataka.

Eveium Smart Mobility, SunEdge deliver 150 EV scooters in Pune

Eveium Smart Mobility, a leading innovator in electric mobility solutions, in collaboration with SunEdge, a renowned name in sustainable automotive distribution, announced the successful delivery of 150 electric tw...

E 20 petrol causes “drastic” reduction in fuel efficiency, is misplaced: Govt

Critiques suggesting that E20 causes a “drastic” reduction in fuel efficiency are misplaced. Vehicle mileage is influenced by a variety of factors beyond just fuel type.

Omega Seiki Mobility to invest $25 million in EV assembly plant in Dubai

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), a leading Indian electric vehicle manufacturer, has launched its first international electric vehicle assembly plant in Jafza, investing USD 25 million (AED 92 million)over the next five ...

Primus Partners report highlights localising rare earth magnet production

India’s push toward clean mobility, green energy, and advanced manufacturing is facing a hidden vulnerability: its near-total reliance on imported rare-earth magnets. A new report by Primus Partners, From Extraction...

Ather Energy crosses 400 Ather grid fast charging points milestone in Tamil Nadu

Ather Energy has announced that it has crossed the milestone of 400 Ather Grid fast charging points across Tamil Nadu.

Hyundai Motor India accelerates youth empowerment in the country

Marking International Youth Day 2025, Hyundai Motor India reaffirmed its enduring commitment to empowering the youth of India. Driven by a future-focused, multi-dimensional approach, HMIL through the initiatives of ...

India’s auto industry charts biofuel-driven future at SIAM meet

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...

ZF Group in India secures landmark orders for its test systems

In a landmark development for India’s automotive and mobility sector, ZF Group has secured three large test system orders including for powertrain, and tyre manufacturing and testing.

Tata AutoComp subsidiary Artifex  to acquire IAC Slovakia

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, through its British subsidiary Artifex Interior Systems Limited (Artifex), has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of IAC Group (Slovakia) s.r.o.

Force Motors launches Force iPulse in tie up with Intangles

Force Motors, a key automotive player and India’s largest van manufacturer has announced the launch of Force iPulse, a next-generation connected vehicle platform that introduces a new standard in operational intelli...

Tata AutoComp, Ichikoh Industries to partner for Valeo lighting business

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (TACO) has announced that the company along with Japan’s Ichikoh Industries Limited (Ichikoh), a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange prime market and owned at 61.2% by Valeo, wil...

600,000th Mercedes-Benz G-Class: Success story continues

Production anniversary for a brand icon: the 600,000th model of the legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class rolled off the production line in Graz, Austria – a Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology

VinFast inaugurates electric vehicle assembly plant in Tamil Nadu

VinFast has officially inaugurated its electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant at the Sipcot Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India.

400+Ather Grid fast charging points milestone in Maharashtra

Ather Energy, India's leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, announced that it has crossed the milestone of 400 Ather Grid fast charging points across Maharashtra.

Over 1.2 million Hyundai Creta sold in India in last decade

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...

Stephane Deblaise appointed CEO of Renault Group in India

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...

SIAM Automotive Logistics Conclave focuses on sustainable ecosystem

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."

Tata Punch becomes India’s fastest SUV to cross 6 lakh milestone

Tata Motors announced a historic milestone for its revolutionary compact SUV, Punch, which has surpassed 6 lakh production milestone in less than four years—a record-breaking feat that cements its position as India’...

Hidden battle for rare earths: Strengthening alternative supply chains

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...

Hardeep Singh Brar appointed President, CEO of BMW Group India

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.

Hyundai Creta becomes highest selling passenger vehicle in India in June 2025

Hyundai Motor India SUV Creta has become the highest-selling model in the country for June 2025. With an impressive 15,786 units sold in June 2025, the Hyundai Creta reaffirmed its position as a customer favourite i...

Continental Tires announces strategic realignment of product portfolio in India

Continental, one of the world’s leading premium tyre manufacturers, has announced a strategic realignment of its product portfolio in India.

Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence to be established in India

Paying tribute to the legendary leader late Osamu Suzuki, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India Limited, announced a proposal to establish Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) in India.

Steelbird Hi-Tech clocks 8.7 million helmet sales in FY 2024-25

Steelbird Hi-Tech India Limited, the world’s largest helmet manufacturer, has achieved another strong performance in fiscal year 2024-25, recording sales of 8.7 million helmets — a remarkable jump from 8 million uni...

Hyundai Motor Group opens new battery research centre at IIT Delhi

Hyundai Motor Group announced the opening of the Hyundai Centre of Excellence for future mobility technology (Hyundai CoE)at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi.

JSW MG Motor India rolls out ‘Midnight Carnival’ for Hector

JSW MG Motor India has unveiled an exhilarating new campaign for its flagship SUV, the much-loved MG Hector — ‘Midnight Carnival’.

Nidhi Kaistha is new Head of Lamborghini India

Automobili Lamborghini has announced the appointment of Nidhi Kaistha as the new Head of Lamborghini India, effective 1 April 2025.

20,000 units of MG Windsor sold in 6 months

JSW MG Motor India announced that the MG Windsor, India’s best-selling EV, has achieved another remarkable milestone. It has now become the fastest EV to register sales of 20,000 units in record time - within 6 mont...

BMW Group India delivers strong performance in Q1

Beginning 2025 with a strong start, BMW Group India has delivered its best-ever Q1 car deliveries with +7% growth. The company delivered 3,914 cars (BMW and MINI) and 1,373 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) between January...

Maruti Suzuki WagonR tops passenger vehicle sales for 4 years in a row

Maruti Suzuki India has announced that the WagonR is India’s highest selling car in Financial Year 24-25, with 1,98,451 units sold during the year.

Tata Autocomp announces acquisition of Artifex Interior Systems

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, a leading Indian automotive components manufacturer, has entered into definitive agreements to acquire up to 80% shareholding of Artifex Interior Systems Limited (formerly known as IAC...

Lohia Auto transforms into Zuperia Auto Pvt Ltd (ZAPL)

Lohia Auto, a pioneer in India’s electric vehicle (EV) sector, which sells EV products under the “Lohia” brand, has transitioned to Zuperia Auto Private Limited (ZAPL). The new entity, ZAPL, is geared up to capture ...

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India manufactures 500,000 engines locally

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has raised the bar further in manufacturing by producing 500,000 units of locally-manufactured engines at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Chakan, ...

Ather Energy expands R&D capabilities with expansion of The Juggernaut

Ather Energy Limited, one of India’s electric two-wheeler manufacturers, announced the expansion of its R&D and testing capabilities at its Product Testing & Validation Centre-

Advik Hi-Tech showcases advanced composite brake & clutch actuation systems

Advik Hi-Tech Pvt. Ltd., a global leader in automotive technology and a trusted partner to top-tier OEMs worldwide, unveiled a pioneering portfolio of products at the Auto Component Expo – Bharat Mobility Global Exp...

BGauss raises Rs 161 crore from Bharat Value Fund

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.

Mahindra unveils new EV manufacturing , battery assembly facility in Chakan

Mahindra has unveiled its new dedicated state-of-the-art manufacturing and battery assembly facility at its Chakan plant, a fully integrated ecosystem dedicated to producing Electric Origin SUVs.

SEG Automotive introduces advanced e-mobility solutions for Indian market

SEG Automotive, a global leader in automotive technology solutions, unveiled its extensive portfolio of electrification technologies. The company showcased its successful transformation from a traditional hardware m...

Electric vehicle maker Okaya EV rebrands as OPG Mobility

In a strategic move to meet the growing demands of India’s electric mobility market, Okaya EV has unveiled its new brand identity, OPG Mobility.

BMW Group India clocks highest-ever annual car sales of 15,721 units

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...

Osamu Suzuki of Suzuki Motor Corporation, aged 94,  passes away

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...

Volvo Group partners with Indian universities to shape future automotive talent

Furthering its commitment to bridge the gap between academia and industry, Volvo Group India Pvt. Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amrita University and Thapar Institute for engineering stude...

Greaves Cotton appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as Business Head

Greaves Cotton Limited, a leading diversified engineering company, has announced the appointment of Ramachandra Puttanna as the new Business Head for EV Solutions & New Businesses within Greaves Retail.




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