AUTOMOBILE
Skoda aims to hold 2% market share, cautious on post-GST outlook as updated Slavia, Kushaq set to arrive in 2026
Skoda currently offers the Kylaq compact SUV, Kushaq mid-size SUV, Kodiaq premium SUV, Slavia mid-size sedan and Octavia RS performance sedan, in India.
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TVS drives Norton Motorcycles' global revival with £200 million investment, India entry planned for 2026
TVS acquired Norton in April 2020, marking one of the most significant international expansions by an Indian two-wheeler maker.
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Mahindra backs govt's call to not incentivise hybrids in GST 2.0, says EVs are future of mobility
Mahindra currently offers three electric SUVs -- XUV400, BE 6 and XEV 9e. The company will unveil a new seven-seater electric SUV, the XEV 9S, on November 27.
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Far from glory days, Hyundai begins quest for 15% share in India's car market with Venue compact SUV launch
Hyundai plans to launch 26 models, including new nameplates, full model changes, derivatives and facelifts/product enhancements, in India by FY30.
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Festive demand, GST reforms lift sentiment as two-wheeler industry posts handsome volumes in October
Stronger festive sentiment and GST rate cuts boosted two-wheeler market activity in October 2025, though the pace of growth varied across India's top manufacturers.
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Mini blends British humour with German luxury, says BMW Group India chief
Mini will maintain its niche identity in India, blending British humour with German luxury. The brand aims to stay exclusive while expanding its range with models like the new JCW Countryman All4 SUV.
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Car sales hit record high in October on GST 2.0 boost, festive demand
Maruti Suzuki India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors and Toyota Kirloskar Motor registered record domestic volumes in October 2025.
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Tata outshines Mahindra, Hyundai in October retail sales, extends lead for second month
Tata delivered over 1,00,000 vehicles during the 30-day festive period from Navaratri to Diwali.
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Car industry poised for 6% growth in H2 FY26 on GST 2.0 boost: Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava
R C Bhargava expects India's car industry to grow nearly 6% y-o-y in the second half of FY26, driven by GST 2.0 reforms.
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Maruti Suzuki exports 7,000 units of e Vitara electric SUV to Europe
The e Vitara exports from India started in August.
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Hyundai falters on domestic front in Q2, car exports pick pace
Hyundai recorded its highest-ever domestic SUV contribution at 71% during the quarter, while its rural market share peaked at 24%.
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Maruti eyeing small hybrid car launch in India by Q2 FY27, Fronx likely to get the new powertrain
Maruti currently offers three models -- Victoris mid-size SUV, Grand Vitara mid-size SUV and Invicto MPV -- with a strong hybrid powertrain.
AUTOMOBILE
Kia Carens CNG launched in India, available at Rs 77,900 premium over petrol variant
The Kia Carens is offered in a single Premium (O) trim with petrol and diesel variants
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Maruti, Mahindra, Hyundai, Tata line up big year-end launches to spruce up car market
Maruti, Mahindra, Hyundai and Tata plan major product launches this quarter, aiming to boost the demand further in India's car market.
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More helmets at our showrooms signal two-wheeler owners upgrading to cars under GST 2.0: Maruti Suzuki
Maruti Suzuki has garnered 4,00,000 bookings in four weeks since the implementation of GST 2.0.
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BMW aims to cross 20,000 annual car sales mark in India in 2026
BMW is on track to achieve its highest-ever annual car sales in India in 2025.
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Mahindra doubles train dispatches amid trailer shortage as festive demand, GST cut lift SUV sales
Mahindra's passenger vehicle volumes jumped 10.13% year-on-year to a record 56,233 units in September 2025.
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Two-wheeler sales accelerate in September on GST 2.0 benefits, festive demand
Two-wheelers with an engine capacity of up to 350cc have become cheaper in GST 2.0, while models above 350cc have witnessed a price hike.
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GST 2.0, pent-up demand, festive fervour fuel car sales in September
While the PV wholesales stood close to 3,80,000 units in September, the retail sales came in at nearly 4,00,000 units during the month.
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Nissan India to launch 3 new cars from 2026 as MD confirms long-term commitment
Nissan will launch a new MPV and two new SUVs as the company looks to strengthen its position in the Indian market.
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Naam mein kya rakha hai? How carmakers name their cars in India
The carmakers in India often go for names that are catchy, easy to pronounce and have a cultural or emotional link.
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GST 2.0, tax rebates, cheaper EMIs to drive small car revival: Maruti's Partho Banerjee
Maruti has reported strong festive demand, with retail sales crossing 80,000 units between September 22 and 25.
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CAFE 3: Govt issues draft rules; small cars and EVs to play key role
Models with engine capacity up to 1,200cc, length below 4 metres, and weight up to 909kg will get a 3g/km relaxation in their CO₂ numbers.
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Maruti to sell 80,000 cars in 4 days as festive rush continues in GST 2.0 regime
The small cars are leading the sales momentum for Maruti with the company recording 18,000 bookings per day.
