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Govt proposes removal of CAFE pooling cap, expands compliance flexibility for carmakers
Because compliance would be assessed at the pooled level, carmakers with relatively less fuel-efficient portfolios could potentially combine with companies that have cleaner portfolios, provided the combined fleet meets the prescribed standard.
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Maruti Suzuki flags production constraints for e Vitara electric SUV till capacity expansion
Maruti Suzuki has not announced prices of all the variants of the e Vitara electric SUV.
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JSW MG lines up Rs 3,000-4,000 crore investment; PHEV launch and plant expansion ahead
The planned investment will support product expansion, capacity scale-up at Halol and higher localisation levels as JSW MG strengthens its new energy vehicle portfolio.
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Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella review: A measured entry into India's EV market
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella arrives with 49kWh and 61kWh battery options, up to 543km claimed range, smooth performance, Level 2 ADAS and an eight-year battery warranty, with prices awaited.
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January 2026 auto retail: Two-wheelers drive growth as rural demand lifts passenger vehicles
India's auto retail rose nearly 18% in January 2026 as two-wheelers witnessed a handsome growth and passenger vehicles expanded steadily, supported by rural cash flows, weddings, affordability gains and improved inventory discipline.
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Duty-free 800-1,600cc US motorcycles to aid Harley-Davidson, but India remains a sub-350cc market
Duty-free access for 800-1,600cc US motorcycles improves Harley-Davidson's import economics. However, India's motorcycle market remains driven by sub-350cc models, limiting any meaningful volume impact.
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Is Polo returning to India? Volkswagen Brand Director Nitin Kohli answers
Volkswagen is gearing up to launch the Tayron R-Line in India.
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Hero MotoCorp Q3 result: Net profit rises 12%, quarterly revenue at all-time high
The two-wheeler volumes of Hero MotoCorp jumped 15.91% y-o-y to 16.97 lakh units in the quarter, driven by a robust demand during the festive season.
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Hyundai Creta continues to dominate mid-size SUV segment, outsells Tata Sierra by over 10,000 units in January
The Hyundai Creta was the largest-selling mid-size SUV in India in January, outselling the relatively new nameplates in the segment.
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After exits and niche plays, what lies ahead for American auto brands in India
American car and two-wheeler brands remain marginal in India, with exits and niche positioning limiting scale. Analysts say future prospects hinge on localisation, pricing, service networks and long-term commitment, despite potential tariff relief.
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Maruti Suzuki posts record January domestic car sales; Hyundai behind Tata, Mahindra despite best-ever month
Maruti Suzuki recorded its highest-ever January domestic PV volumes, while Tata and Hyundai posted their best-ever monthly domestic sales in January 2026.
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Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai start 2026 on a strong note; post handsome volumes in January
January 2026 domestic sales data showed Tata extending gains across key nameplates, Mahindra sustaining SUV-led momentum and Hyundai recording its highest-ever monthly India volumes.
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Union Budget 2026: EV supply chain, batteries, magnets and capex in focus for auto industry
The Budget sharpens focus on EV supply chains, rare earth magnets, battery manufacturing, PLI incentives and public capex, signalling policy support for localisation, infrastructure-led demand and electric mobility growth.
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Rare earth corridors to reduce India's reliance on imported magnets
The rare earth corridors will come up in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
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Union Budget 2026: Govt to support rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
The proposed rare earth corridors will focus on mining, processing, research and manufacturing across the rare earth value chain.
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Auto industry seeks EV incentives, charging infrastructure, rural support ahead of Union Budget 2026
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, the auto industry seeks stronger EV incentives, rural support, infrastructure spending, localisation push, and faster charging expansion as auto sales grow but EV penetration remains limited.
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Economic Survey 2026: Rising global acceptance of India-made vehicles fuels export growth
The PV and two-wheeler segments were the primary drivers of export demand in FY25 and H1 FY26.
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Feature democratisation gains pace in Indian car market as base variants get richer
Touchscreens, digital clusters, connected tech, convenience features and expanded safety packages are now appearing even at starting price points.
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India-EU FTA opens door to more premium models, not immediate price cuts: Carmakers
The luxury car sales in India stood around 51,000-52,000 units, led by German brands, in 2025.
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India-EU FTA to cut car import tariffs from 110% to 10% under annual quota
Top luxury carmakers like Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi operate assembly plants in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, where they manufacture cars using CKD kits.
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Tata Punch facelift review, first drive: Sharper, smarter and more versatile
The Tata Punch facelift feels like a more rounded upgrade, bringing fresher looks, more features, and additional powertrain options.
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Electric car sales to witness strong growth in 2026, but share in overall PV market to remain in single digits
The electric models accounted for merely 4% of the total car retails in India in 2025.
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Skoda to expand car portfolio in India with 10 launches in 2026
Skoda sold 72,665 units in India in 2025, registering its best-ever annual sales performance.
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Bharat NCAP: Indian carmakers move ahead of Koreans not only in volumes but also 5-star safety-rated cars
Hyundai has no model with a five-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP in its current line-up, while Kia has only one.
