Kinetic DX+ 3.1 kWh launched at ₹1.28 lakh; Range up to 132 km

Kinetic, a longstanding name in India’s two-wheeler industry, has introduced the upgraded Kinetic DX+ 3.1 kWh, combining the iconic DX’s familiar design and legacy with modern electric technology, increased range and enhanced everyday practicality. The...

Jio-bp, DRIVN partner to strengthen Commercial EV Charging Network in India

Jio-bp (the operating brand of Reliance BP Mobility Limited, a joint venture of Reliance Industries and bp), a leading provider of EV charging services and solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...

Mahindra Veero 1.1 XXL CNG, upgraded diesel Launched: Prices start at ₹8.25 lakh

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading manufacturer of utility vehicles and a market leader in the LCV segment below 3.5 tonnes, has expanded its commercial vehicle portfolio with the launch of the New Veero...

Suzuki Gixxer gets three new colours; prices start at ₹1.37 lakh

Suzuki Motorcycle India has expanded its Gixxer portfolio with the introduction of three new colour options across its 155cc and 250cc motorcycle range. The updated colour choices are available for the Gixxer, Gixxer SF,...

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to ₹20,000 in September 2026

Maruti Suzuki India has announced another price increase, with prices of selected models set to rise by up to ₹20,000 from September 2026. The company said the latest revision is aimed at partially offsetting...

Citroën AircrossX and BasaltX New Variants launched in India

Citroën India has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of new variants of the AircrossX and BasaltX, offering customers additional features and multiple powertrain options. The company has also extended the range of...

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...

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World EV Day: Industry Leaders Outline India’s Next EV Growth Phase

As India’s electric mobility ecosystem enters a new phase of growth, the focus is increasingly shifting from EV adoption to building the infrastructure, products and consumer confidence needed to make electric mobility mainstream. On World EV Day, industry leaders...

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...

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