UST acquires majority stake in Italdesign to drive AI-led mobility innovation

UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has completed the acquisition of the majority stake in Italdesign from the Audi Group. As the automotive industry rapidly shifts toward software-defined, AI-enabled, and increasingly connected vehicles, the partnership brings together...

Michelin opens 4 new tyre stores in Hyderabad, expands retail network

Michelin has strengthened its retail presence in Hyderabad with the opening of four new Michelin Tyres & Services (MTS) outlets across the city. The new stores are located in Jubilee Hills, Saroornagar, Gandimaisamma and...

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 begins with 4,400 exhibitors from 80+ countries

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 is set to begin tomorrow, bringing together around 4,400 exhibitors from more than 80 countries for the leading international trade fair for the automotive aftermarket. Taking place from 8 to 12 September...

BMW i5 Long Wheelbase launched in India at Rs 79.60 lakh

BMW India has launched the first-ever BMW i5 Long Wheelbase (LWB) in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs 79.60 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the electric luxury sedan are now open through authorised...

Polestar launches Polestar 4 SUV with greater versatility and performance

Polestar has launched the Polestar 4 SUV, a new variant of its electric performance model that combines greater practicality and everyday versatility with the design, technology and driving dynamics associated with the Polestar 4. Positioned...

Hyundai Motor India targets 20% Women Workforce by 2030

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has set a target to increase women’s representation in its executive workforce to 20% by 2030, reinforcing the company’s focus on building a more diverse and future-ready talent pipeline. The...

Bharat Taxi expands to all Delhi-NCR metro stations

Bharat Taxi, which began operations at just 10 Delhi Metro stations in January 2026, is now available across the entire Delhi-NCR Metro network as the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) expands last-mile mobility options...

India auto retail sales up 17.51% in August 2026, FADA

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released its vehicle retail data for August 2026, with the Indian auto retail market recording its best-ever August performance. Total retail sales stood at 24,23,201 units,...

Volvo Buses gets largest-ever private operator order from Vijayanand Travels

Marking a significant milestone in their decades-long partnership, Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL) has placed an order for 150 Volvo 9600 luxury sleeper coaches with Volvo Buses India— representing the largest single order placed by any private bus...

New Maruti Suzuki Baleno debuts with Level 2 ADAS; Prices start at ₹6.09 lakh

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has introduced the Stunning New Baleno, aimed at young and ambitious urban buyers seeking a blend of sophisticated styling, premium features and advanced technology. Built around the brand’s ‘Dare to...

Kia enters premium three-row SUV segment with Sorento at ₹27.99 lakh

Kia India has launched the globally acclaimed Sorento premium three-row SUV in India at an introductory price of ₹27.99 lakh for the diesel variant, while the hybrid version is priced at ₹29.49 lakh (ex-showroom)....

Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber launched at ₹2.09 lakh

Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group, unveiled the Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber at the Global Chess League 2026, marking the second major move in the brand’s evolving journey. India’s first purpose-built Bobber, the...

COMPONENTS

Advertisment

INDUSTRY SPEAKS

ACMA Annual Session: Auto Component Industry targets $200 billion by 2030

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) Mobility Foundation hosted its 66th Annual General Meeting under the theme “Beyond Resilience,” bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, global stakeholders and technology experts to discuss the next phase of growth for...

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....

PEOPLE