Nissan Motor India domestic sales surge 98% MoM in March 2026

Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) delivered a robust performance in March 2026, recording a cumulative sale of 10,388 units. Domestic wholesale stood at 4,408 units, recording highest ever monthly domestic wholesale in las...

Skoda Auto India records highest-ever quarterly sales in Q1 2026

Skoda Auto India continues its strong growth trajectory into 2026, recording its highest-ever quarterly sales in Q1 (January–March) with 20,028 units sold. This is a growth of17% over the 17,138 cars sold in the sam...

Industry leaders unite to launch Light Electric-Vehicle Acceleration Forum

The Light Electric-Vehicle Acceleration Forum (LEAF) was launched as a neutral, industry-led consortium focused on advancing the EV charging ecosystem to accelerate the adoption of electric two-wheelers and three-wh...

GoMechanic rolls out nationwide roadside repair network

GoMechanic, a leading player in India’s automotive service industry, announced the nationwide expansion of its Roadside Repair Services (RSR), aimed at delivering fast, reliable, and tech-enabled roadside support to...

Honda expands two-wheeler production capacity in India

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) is advancing its capacity expansion to meet the growing and diversifying demand for two-wheelers in the country.

Samarth E-Mobility unveils 100% indigenous full-stack EV tech platform

Marking a significant milestone in India’s electric mobility journey, Samarth E-Mobility Pvt. Ltd., a technology-first, innovation-led electric mobility company, announced the development and manufacturing of its 10...

 Record-breaking Feb reflects GST 2.0 tailwinds, strong rural demand

According to the latest data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), overall retail of vehicles stood at 24,09,362 units in Feb 2026, registering a +25.62% YoY growth

Nissan Motor India reports consolidated growth of 23% Year-on-Year in Feb 2026

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) announced consolidated sales of over 10,565 units for February 2026, reinforcing steady business momentum across domestic and international markets and marking a transition into ...

Toyota sells 34,034 units in Feb 2026: 20 pc growth

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced its sales performance for the month of February 2026, recording total sales of 34,034 units, compared to 28,414 units sold in February 2025. This includes 30,737 units sold in ...

Kia India records best-ever Feb sales at 27,610 units; Registers 10.3% YoY growth

Kia India, one of the country’s leading mass-premium automakers, recorded its highest-ever February sales of 27,610 units since commencing operations in India. The 10.3% year-on-year growth over 25,026 units sold in...

Rosmerta unveils “The Curious Bunch” taking road safety mission to classrooms

Rosmerta Technologies Limited, India’s leading mobility solutions provider and a long-standing advocate of road safety, launched “The Curious Bunch”, a comic book for children, at the 3rd Edition of the CII National...

BorgWarner to deliver drive module, generator module to North American OEM

BorgWarner, a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, has secured a contract with a major North American original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to provide a powerful and eff...

Zelio E-Mobility sets up new manufacturing plant in Cuttack

Zelio E-Mobility, a rapidly expanding electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturer that has been doubling its growth year over year, has announced a new manufacturing facility in Cuttack (Odisha), marking an importa...

Marelli joint venture opens new lighting plant in Sanand, Gujarat

Marelli, a global technology supplier to the automotive sector, together with its joint venture partner Motherson, inaugurated a new manufacturing facility for automotive lighting in Sanand in the Indian state of Gu...

TVS Mobility Group signs MoU with Palfinger

TVS Mobility Private Limited (TVS Mobility Group) announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Palfinger to support by offering integrated supply chain, dealership, aftermarket, rental and m...

Neolite frames India’s lighting playbook in a China-centric world

In a conversation with Motown India, Rajesh Jain, Chairman & Managing Director of Neolite, expressed that India is some years behind Europe and China in advanced lighting systems. While admitting it in a measured wa...

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 ...

TVS Motor delivers two iQubes to Governorate of Vatican city state

TVS Motor Company has provided the Governorate of Vatican City State with two TVS iQube electric scooters. The official delivery, which took place on February 5th, is part of a consolidated collaboration between the...

Stellantis, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles sign MOU to explore further collaboration

Stellantis and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles commemorated 20-years of successful partnering via their 50:50 joint venture, Fiat India Automobiles Private Limited (FIAPL). To mark the occasion, both companies signed...

The Detailing Mafia showcases next-generation car care innovations

The Detailing Mafia, one of the world’s fastest-growing professional car detailing franchise ecosystems, is currently participating in Automechanika New Delhi 2026, where it is showcasing its system-driven detailing...

Schaeffler showcases future-ready, comprehensive aftermarket solutions

Schaeffler India Limited, a leading motion technology company, is participating at ACMA Automechanika 2026 in New Delhi. Schaeffler India is showcasing its future-ready aftermarket portfolio that supports the comple...

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...

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...

Yuma Energy, e-Sprinto to deploy swappable-battery EVs across India

Yuma Energy and e-Sprinto have entered into a partnership to deploy swappable-battery electric two-wheelers at scale, a bold step set to supercharge fleet electrification across India’s cities.

Honda to adopt new “H mark” as symbol of Honda automobile business

Honda Motor Co.,Ltd. announced that it will adopt a new H mark with refreshed design as the new symbol representing Honda automobile business.

 ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 set to host largest edition

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...

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...

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

TATA.ev surpasses 250,000 EV sales; Major EV expansion soon

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...

Ather Energy to venture into auto insurance distribution

Ather Energy has confirmed its plans to enter the auto insurance services space by incorporating a wholly owned subsidiary that will operate as a corporate agent. In an effort to make the ownership experience more s...

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...

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...

Ola Electric commences deliveries of 4680 Bharat Cell powered vehicles

Ola Electric announced the commencement of mass deliveries of its 4680 Bharat Cell power vehicles.

Enlight Metals announces strategic tie-ups with major auto companies

Enlight Metals Pvt. Ltd., a next-generation metal aggregator headquartered in Pune, has announced strategic partnerships with major automobile manufacturers, including Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Mahindra, furt...

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

Marelli opens new technical R&D site in Bangalore

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...

SIAM’s Automotive HR & Skilling Conclave 2025 explores future of talent, skills

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...

Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, M&M, Hyundai, others see record Oct sales

The festive cheer dovetailed with GST 2.0 that resulted in vehicle prices being cut by thousands and lakhs of rupees, resulted in not only a good September, but also a bombastic October for car manufacturers. Leadin...

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.

Lumax strengthens electronics, digital capabilities with SHIFT Innovation Hub

Lumax Auto Technologies Limited (LATL), a leading Tier-1 supplier to Indian automotive OEMs, inaugurated its cutting-edge Technology Centre in Bengaluru. The facility, called the ‘Smart Hub for Innovation and Future...

NavPrakriti lithium-ion battery recycling plant operations commence

According to industry estimates, India could need to recycle over 1.2 million EV batteries annually by 2030. This number is anticipated to exceed 14 million by 2040. NavPrakriti has started the operation of eastern ...

Honda celebrates 35 million Activa customers across India

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), a leading two-wheeler manufacturer in the country, has achieved a significant milestone of 35 million sales for its popular Activa range, comprising the Activa 110, Activa ...

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.

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.

Mobility-tech startup Bijliride partners with DeCharge, Bolt. Earth

Bijliride, a fast-growing EV rental and mobility-tech startup, has announced a strategic partnership with DeCharge and Bolt.Earth to integrate its expansive charging networks directly into the Bijliride mobile app.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor , Karnataka Govt tie up on vocation studies

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...

Ather Energy crosses 5,00,000th electric scooter production milestone

Ather Energy Limited announced a significant production milestone with the roll-out of its 5,00,000th vehicle from its manufacturing plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The milestone vehicle was Ather’s flagship family scoo...

First batch of Maruti Suzuki vehicles move by rail to Anantnag

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. ...

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.

Raptee.HV is India’s first electric motorcycle OEM to get secure funding

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...

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...

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...

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.

Large scale Tata.ev MegacCarger hub unveiled on World EV Day

Tata Power, India’s largest vertically integrated power company and the country’s leading EV charging provider, joined hands with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., India’s largest 4-wheeler EV manufacturer, to ...

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’...

Renault India kickstarts festive season with mega deliveries

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 ...

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,

Rahul Gandhi extends full support to bike taxi riders in Karnataka

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...

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.

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 ...

Acma hosts first edition of Steer 2025 on automotive aftermarket

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...

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.

Honeywell, Stereolabs develop mobile solution to simplify logistics

Honeywell has announced its collaboration with Stereolabs on the development of a new mobile solution that can quickly and accurately measure the size, volume and weight of boxes and pallets in a distribution center...

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...

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.

MG Motor marks six years in India; Special anniversary prices announced

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.

BorgWarner secures strategic turbocharger business

BorgWarner has secured two significant turbocharger business wins for a major global original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) next-generation vehicles in Europe and North America.

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...

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."

Vinfast India accelerates local employment in Thoothukudi EV plant

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...

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...

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India rolls out 500,000th Skoda car in India

Skoda Auto has crossed a major manufacturing milestone in India, half a million cars produced in state of the art Indian manufacturing facilities.

Kinetic Watts, Volts unveil world-class manufacturing facility in Maharashtra

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.

Oben Electric to launch ‘O100’ platform & enter 100cc e motorcycle segment

Oben Electric, India’s leading homegrown R&D driven electric motorcycle manufacturer, announced that it is working on its second indigenous electric motorcycle platform, O100 (Pronounced as O Hundred).

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.

JLR India records highest ever annual sales with growth of 40% in FY25

JLR India has reported its highest-ever annual sales in its 17-year operations in the country. The company saw a record 6,183 retail sales in FY25, representing 40% year-on-year growth, while wholesale volumes reach...

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.

SIAM hosts 19th Styling & Design Conclave alongside 17th Automotive Design Challenge

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...

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 ...

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-

Lanxess inaugurates India Application Development Centre in Mumbai

German specialty chemicals company Lanxess inaugurated its India Application Development Centre (IADC) in Thane, Mumbai, strengthening its innovation and customer service capabilities. The centre ,taking up an entir...

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.

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.

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...

Industry experts for more Investments to accelerate EV adoption

With over 4 million EVs sold in India, EV adoption is fast approaching the Inflexion point supported by an enabling ecosystem, supportive Government policy, and increased consumer awareness. However, the need of the...

Castrol India appoints Kedar Lele as Managing Director

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




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