Tsuyo Manufacturing selected among top 30 Indian startups for VivaTech 2026

Tsuyo Manufacturing Private Limited, India's leading e-mobility component manufacturing company, has been selected among the Top 30 startups from India to showcase its innovations at Viva Technology (VivaTech) 2026, to be held in Paris,...

MANNOL highlights essential motorcycle maintenance tips for riding season

As motorcyclists prepare to return to the roads with the onset of warmer weather, MANNOL is emphasizing the importance of comprehensive pre-season maintenance to ensure safety, reliability, and optimal vehicle performance. The company notes that...

Maruti Suzuki introduces flexible Smart Maintenance Plan for vehicle owners

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has launched the Smart Maintenance Plan (SMP), a flexible pre-paid after-sales maintenance programme aimed at delivering a hassle-free and cost-effective vehicle ownership experience for its customers. The Smart Maintenance Plan is...

TAFE appoints Gopal Mahadevan as Group President – Growth and M&A

Tractors and Farm Equipment Ltd (TAFE), one of India’s leading tractor manufacturers, has appointed Gopal Mahadevan as Group President – Growth & Mergers & Acquisitions, strengthening its leadership team as the company pursues its...

VinFast India appoints Shalabh Rajvanshi as Deputy CEO for two-wheeler business

Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has appointed Shalabh Rajvanshi as Deputy CEO of its two-wheeler business in India, reinforcing its commitment to expanding operations in one of the world’s largest two-wheeler markets. Rajvanshi brings extensive...

KPMG outlines roadmap for India’s Ethanol Sector Beyond E20

As India balances energy security goals, decarbonisation targets, and rising transportation demand, the country's biofuel sector is preparing for its next phase of growth beyond the achievement of 20 per cent ethanol blending. Against...

Daimler Truck Showcases Comprehensive Portfolio of Defence Mobility Solutions at Eurosatory 2026

Daimler Truck is set to showcase its extensive range of defence mobility solutions at Eurosatory 2026, one of the world's premier defence and security exhibitions, taking place from 15 to 19 June. Located at...

Tata Motors to increase Passenger Vehicle prices by up to 1.5% from July 1

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. (TMPV) has announced a price increase of up to 1.5% across its passenger vehicle range, effective July 1, 2026. The revision will apply to all models and variants, including...

Lumax Auto expands SDV capabilities through Bengaluru-based SHIFT Innovation Centre

Lumax Auto Technologies Limited is accelerating its transition toward the rapidly evolving Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) ecosystem through the establishment of a dedicated research and development centre in Bengaluru. The facility, named SHIFT (Smart Hub...

Honda launches CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp with E-Clutch Technology in India

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has expanded its premium motorcycle portfolio with the launch of the 2026 CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp, introducing the company's innovative E-Clutch technology to the Indian market. The...

Ather Energy rolls out AI-Powered Voice Assistant across Electric Scooter lineup

Ather Energy Limited has begun rolling out a new voice-enabled software update across its electric scooter range, introducing conversational AI capabilities to enhance the riding experience. Delivered through the company's over-the-air (OTA) update framework,...

Valvoline introduces “Beyond by Valvoline” to power next-generation advanced technologies

Valvoline Global Operations, the Original Motor Oil and a global leader in automotive and industrial solutions, has unveiled Beyond by Valvoline, an innovative fluid platform designed to support the evolving demands of today’s most...

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EVs, Ethanol, Hybrids: Can AI help determine India’s winning mobility mix? – Anand Mahurkar, Founder & CEO, Findability Sciences

As India advances its clean mobility ambitions, the conversation around the country's transportation future has largely been framed as a contest between electric vehicles, ethanol-powered vehicles and hybrids. Policymakers, automakers and industry stakeholders often debate which technology is best...

Navigating the EV mobility vacuum after BluSmart’s slowdown: Naveen Gupta, Founder, Trev Mobility

India's electric mobility ecosystem is at a critical inflection point. While the rapid growth of EV adoption has transformed urban transportation over the past few years, recent disruptions in the ride-hailing segment have highlighted the importance of operational reliability,...

World Environment Day 2026: Auto industry leaders back sustainable mobility

As the world marks World Environment Day, leaders from across India’s automotive and mobility sectors have reiterated their commitment to sustainability, clean transportation, and environmental stewardship. From accelerating electric vehicle adoption and advancing carbon neutrality goals to promoting fleet...

IRF appeals for GST Reduction on Safety and Medical Equipment

International Road Federation has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the GST Council to consider a substantial reduction or complete exemption of GST on critical life-saving products and services, including helmets, ambulances and essential medical equipment. In a communication...

SIAM raises concerns over Delhi EV Policy’s E-2W mandate

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has expressed concerns over the Draft Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy’s proposal to allow only electric two-wheelers to be newly registered in the National Capital Territory from April 1, 2028. In its recommendations...

How Digital Learning is transforming workforce development in the automobile industry: Mr Arjun Gupta, Founder and CEO, Courseplay

India’s automobile industry is entering one of its most disruptive phases yet. Long recognized as one of the world’s largest automotive markets, the sector is increasingly being reshaped by electrification, connected mobility, automation and software-led innovation. As per the...

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