New Lexus ES 350h launched in India at ₹66.10 lakh

Lexus India has launched the all-new ES 350h in the country at a starting price of ₹66.10 lakh (ex-showroom). The eighth-generation executive sedan is offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain and is manufactured locally...

JSW MG Motor India appoints Parth Jindal as Chairman

JSW MG Motor India Private Limited has appointed Parth Jindal as Chairman of the company, with immediate effect. The appointment was announced following a decision by the company’s Board of Directors. Jindal has been a...

Ather Konarc launched with up to 200 km range, Prices start at ₹99,999

Ather Energy has introduced the Konarc, its latest electric scooter, as the company looks to accelerate EV adoption in India with a greater emphasis on everyday usability, battery durability, charging convenience and the overall...

LEPAS reimagines New Energy Mobility with ‘Elegant Technology’

As the global automotive industry accelerates towards electrification, LEPAS, Chery Auto’s new-energy vehicle (NEV) brand, is positioning itself as the “Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life.” Developed around its purpose-built intelligent LEX Platform, LEPAS...

Ola Electric launches S1Z Scooter at ₹79,999 with Bharat Cell LFP Technology

The new S1Z range is available with 3.1kWh and 5.1kWh battery options, offering claimed IDC ranges of up to 179km and 301km, respectively. Ola Electric has launched its new S1Z mass-market electric scooter range in...

Stoneridge appoints Vivek Anand as VP, Commercial Strategy & Global Sales

Stoneridge Inc, a global leader of safe, intelligent and efficient electronic technologies for the commercial vehicle and off-highway equipment markets, has appointed Vivek Anand as Vice President, Commercial Strategy & Global Sales, effective November...

Continental develops Concept Tire containing over 40 percent recycled materials for EU Project

As part of the EU-funded ZEvRA project, Continental has developed a concept tire made from around 43 percent recycled materials. The concept tire highlights the potential of innovative material approaches. It also demonstrates the...

Five things to know about the all-new 2027 Lexus TZ

Lexus is expanding its electric vehicle portfolio with the 2027 TZ, its first all-electric three-row SUV, combining premium comfort, flexible battery options and a spacious cabin. Lexus is taking another step into the luxury EV...

Aptera Solar EV exceeds daily solar energy target in independent TÜV Rheinland testing

Aptera’s solar electric vehicle generated more than 4kWh of usable solar energy per day during independent testing conducted by TÜV Rheinland in Southern California. Aptera Motors has announced that its solar electric vehicle has exceeded...

2027 Kawasaki Versys 650 launched in India at ₹8.63 lakh

The 2027 Kawasaki Versys 650 has been launched in India at ₹8.63 lakh (ex-showroom), with the MY27 update limited to a new colour option. Kawasaki has launched the 2027 Versys 650 in India at ₹8.63...

Porsche Cayenne Electric India debut set for September 30

The Porsche Cayenne Electric will officially debut in India on September 30, with two variants, a claimed range of up to 642km and power output of up to 1,156hp. Porsche is set to officially debut...

Mahindra expands BaaS to XEV 9S, XEV 9e and BE 6 SPORTEQ

Mahindra has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programme across its entire Electric Origin SUV portfolio, making the flexible ownership option available on the BE 6 SPORTEQ, XEV 9S and XEV 9e. Initially introduced with the launch...

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Nippon Paint leadership meets Piyush Goyal in Japan, Reaffirms commitment to India’s growth

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal met with senior leadership of Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. and Nippon Paint India Managing Director Sharad Malhotra during his four-day visit to Japan. The meeting focused on strengthening India-Japan collaboration in...

The future of mobility depends on intelligent infrastructure: Vaibhav Kaushik, Co-Founder & CEO at Nawgati

India’s mobility landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by electric vehicles, connected technologies, autonomous systems and increasingly sophisticated logistics networks. Yet the success of this transition will depend on more than how advanced the vehicles themselves become. As mobility grows...

SIAM seeks Duty Cut on Aluminium Scrap amid supply concerns

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has urged the government to remove the 2.5% Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on aluminium scrap, arguing that the levy is increasing raw-material costs at a time when access to recycled metal is...

How to launch and grow a successful local auto business: Elena Stewart

Starting a local auto business can be a rewarding opportunity, but building a successful and sustainable shop requires more than technical expertise. From obtaining the necessary licences and managing startup costs to earning customer trust and maintaining efficient day-to-day...

The Rise of Indigenous Engineering in India’s EV Ecosystem – Abhilash Maurya, Co-Founder and CEO, Naxatra Labs

India's electric vehicle (EV) revolution is entering a new phase. While the industry's early growth was driven by policy support, manufacturing expansion and rising consumer adoption, the spotlight is now shifting towards the technologies that will define its future....

India’s EV charging gap is a procurement challenge, not a charger shortage: Sumit Kumar

As India gathers momentum in its transition to electric mobility, the rapid expansion of EV charging infrastructure has become a key priority. Although the country now has more than 52,700 public charging stations, including 16,561 fast chargers, charging accessibility...

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