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  • New EV policy defines minimum investment at Rs 4,150 crore, customs duty lowered for limited import

    New EV policy defines minimum investment at Rs 4,150 crore, customs duty lowered for limited import

    The EV policy norms imply companies will have to set up manufacturing and start production in India within three years with at least 25% of the components sourced locally.

  • Japan Carmakers: Speed up consolidation to compete with China’s EVs

    Japan Carmakers: Speed up consolidation to compete with China’s EVs

    China sees an opportunity to dominate, and to counter it, huge investment in technology is needed, from batteries to automated driving systems. The industry transition might leave room for only five major automakers worldwide. The Japanese industry could gravitate into two groups — the Toyota-affiliated firms and everyone else

  • Audi Q6 e-tron global unveil scheduled for March 18: Here’s what we know so far

    Audi Q6 e-tron global unveil scheduled for March 18: Here’s what we know so far

    Based on the Premium Platform Electric that also underpins the Porsche Macan EV, the Audi Q6 e-tron is all set to take the world by storm

  • Tata Motors to build Rs 9,000-cr plant in Tamil Nadu; to generate 5,000 jobs

    Tata Motors to build Rs 9,000-cr plant in Tamil Nadu; to generate 5,000 jobs

    Tata Motors Group signs MoU with Tamil Nadu government to set-up a car manufacturing facility.

  • Govt announces Rs 500 crore for special 4-month electric mobility promotion scheme

    Govt announces Rs 500 crore for special 4-month electric mobility promotion scheme

    The special new electric mobility promotion scheme will support electric 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, e-rickshaws, said Ministry of Heavy Industries.

  • Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 to be held in 3 venues from Jan 17 to Jan 22 next year

    Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 to be held in 3 venues from Jan 17 to Jan 22 next year

    According to the Ministry's statement, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 will exhibit a diverse range of commercial and passenger vehicles, electric vehicles (EVs), auto components, tires, battery and storage components, software integrated into vehicles, and construction equipment, among others

  • Piaggio India shifts focus to Aprilia, considers phasing out Vespa scooters by 2030: Sources

    Piaggio India shifts focus to Aprilia, considers phasing out Vespa scooters by 2030: Sources

    India has set an electric vehicle sales target of 30% by 2030. Still, the country will be home to an overwhelmingly large number of traditional ICE-powered vehicles.

  • The Drive Report: BMW X5

    The Drive Report: BMW X5

    The most refined diesel-powered luxury SUV in its class, without a doubt.

  • Committed to UVs amid expansion in EV space, says M&M

    Committed to UVs amid expansion in EV space, says M&M

    Given the trend from April to February, the automaker is poised to cross the 8 lakh mark in the current fiscal, against 6.9 lakh units in FY'23, the official said.

  • With chip crisis over, waiting period of our models has come down: HMIL's Tarun Garg

    With chip crisis over, waiting period of our models has come down: HMIL's Tarun Garg

    Tarun Garg, chief operating officer of HMIL, added that the country’s largest car exporter is working on alternatives to circumvent the Red sea crisis impact

  • Hyundai Creta N Line launched for Rs 16.82 lakh

    Hyundai Creta N Line launched for Rs 16.82 lakh

    This is the third model after i20 hatchback and Venue compact SUV to be offered with an N Line edition.

  • Committed to UVs amid expansion in EV space, says M&M

    Committed to UVs amid expansion in EV space, says M&M

    Our target is that the GPUs under the AI machine should be available between 18 and 24 months and will not be directly available under this mission, Krishnan said.

  • JSW Group and MG Motor India likely to commence JV on March 20

    JSW Group and MG Motor India likely to commence JV on March 20

    Last year in November, China's largest automaker SAIC Motor had inked a joint venture agreement with the JSW Group in order to accelerate the transformation and growth of MG Motor in India

  • We will look at listing some of our private growth gems: Mahindra’s Anish Shah

    We will look at listing some of our private growth gems: Mahindra’s Anish Shah

    ‘Our focus is to drive the core engine of the business to deliver growth. And if we do that well, the market will reward us.’

  • India not to tailor policy for Tesla; EV maker as also other global players welcome in India: Goyal

    India not to tailor policy for Tesla; EV maker as also other global players welcome in India: Goyal

    Tesla made the concession demand a precondition to build a plant in India. High tariffs on motor vehicles, meant to boost local production, have been a lingering issue for foreign carmakers too.

  • Expect accelerated growth post investment by JSW Group: MG Motor India  CEO Emeritus Rajeev Chaba

    Expect accelerated growth post investment by JSW Group: MG Motor India CEO Emeritus Rajeev Chaba

    New Delhi, Mar 10 MG Motor India expects an accelerated growth path with more aggressive expansion plans after getting the JSW Group as an investor,..

  • HMSI recalls GL1800 Gold Wing, CBR1000RR units to fix faulty fuel pumps

    HMSI recalls GL1800 Gold Wing, CBR1000RR units to fix faulty fuel pumps

    Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) announced a recall for GL1800 Gold Wing and CBR1000RR superbikes to address faulty fuel pumps, ensuring customer safety.

  • Ather Rizta to be unveiled on April 6 at Ather Community Day: What we know

    Ather Rizta to be unveiled on April 6 at Ather Community Day: What we know

    The company’s newest scooter is not aimed primarily at the young and single. With this in mind, the Rizta gets a number of features that make it more family-friendly.

  • Servotech Power to set up EV charger components facility at Rs 100 crore investment

    Servotech Power to set up EV charger components facility at Rs 100 crore investment

    The project will come up at Sonipat in Haryana, Servotech Power said in a statement.

  • What happens if EV makers go bust?

    What happens if EV makers go bust?

    Before making a big purchase consumers should ask how stable and established is the brand and whether shareholders will bail out if something goes wrong. There are a variety of potential headaches for customers: Vehicles may lose value, parts can be difficult to obtain and the warranty may not be fully honoured. This is where the option of leasing becomes attractive

  • Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | FAME II subsidy scheme, if extended, can turbo charge EV demand

    Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | FAME II subsidy scheme, if extended, can turbo charge EV demand

    In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Indian bond market riding high, advertisers disagree with consumption spending data, gender bias perception higher in affluent women, the rise and fall of mutual funds, and more

  • PV retail sales rise 12% at 3,30,107 units in February 2024: FADA data

    PV retail sales rise 12% at 3,30,107 units in February 2024: FADA data

    Passenger Vehicles marked the highest ever February sales driven by new product introductions and enhanced vehicle availability, as per the auto retail body

  • Government extends FAME-II scheme for electric mobility to prevent disruption in EV ecosystem: Report

    Government extends FAME-II scheme for electric mobility to prevent disruption in EV ecosystem: Report

    The Expenditure Finance Panel has recommended support of Rs. 10,000 crore for the upcoming FAME-III scheme.

  • MC Graphixstory | FIIs rush for consumer services, auto, healthcare, sell off financial stocks

    MC Graphixstory | FIIs rush for consumer services, auto, healthcare, sell off financial stocks

    FIIs offloaded financial, construction, and FMCG stocks. They were net sellers of financial services shares, pulling out Rs 10,000 crore from the market in February, after Rs 30,000 crore a month back

  • Moody’s affirms Tata Motors’ BA3 ratings, outlook remains positive post demerger move

    Moody’s affirms Tata Motors’ BA3 ratings, outlook remains positive post demerger move

    The rating agency expects all of TML's businesses to continue to deliver on their strategic growth priorities while maintaining a balanced financial policy that focuses on achieving net-zero automotive debt by March 2025, Moody's stated

  • Jio-bp to set up EV charging infra at properties of House of Hiranandani

    Jio-bp to set up EV charging infra at properties of House of Hiranandani

    Jio-bp, operating under the brand name of Jio-bp pulse in the Electric Mobility space, has established one of the largest and fastest-growing EV charging networks in India. Alongside, operating over two dozen of the country's biggest charging hubs (with an average 150+ charge points), the company is building fast charging stations at EV user-friendly places such as malls, restaurants, hotels, workplaces, residential societies, and public parking amongst others.

  • Popular Vehicles sets price band at Rs 280-295 for its Rs 600-crore IPO

    Popular Vehicles sets price band at Rs 280-295 for its Rs 600-crore IPO

    The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 250 crore by the company, and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 11.92 mln shares by private equity fund BanyanTree Growth Capital II LLC.

  • Economic Advisory Council to PM proposes mandating EV sales by all auto manufacturers

    Economic Advisory Council to PM proposes mandating EV sales by all auto manufacturers

    The advisory council also said the introduction of transferable mandates prescribing for a certain percentage of vehicles manufactured to be EVs will be an efficient way of encouraging adoption of EVs.

  • Tesla Germany halts work as Musk calls suspected arson 'extremely dumb'

    Tesla Germany halts work as Musk calls suspected arson 'extremely dumb'

    The blaze southeast of the German capital, which did not spread to the Tesla site - the U.S. electric vehicle maker's first manufacturing plant in Europe - was extinguished by the fire brigade, police said.

  • Skoda’s new compact SUV likely to be priced in range of Rs 8 lakh-14 lakh

    Skoda’s new compact SUV likely to be priced in range of Rs 8 lakh-14 lakh

    The petrol-driven SUV will be a direct competitor to Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Brezza, sources told Moneycontrol

  • The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG S

    The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG S

    Can the most powerful in-line four, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol in production history provide the full-fat AMG experience? The answer is a resounding yes.

  • BYD Seal e-sedan to be available in 3 variants in India, prices start from Rs 41 lakh

    BYD Seal e-sedan to be available in 3 variants in India, prices start from Rs 41 lakh

    The three variants - Dynamic, Premium and Performance - have a claimed range of 510 km, 650 km and 580 km per charge, respectively

  • BYD Seal EV launch today: Here's all you need to know

    BYD Seal EV launch today: Here's all you need to know

    This will be the third product in the market after the all-electric e6 and the Atto 3.

  • Ola Electric receives PLI Automotive Certificate from ICAT

    Ola Electric receives PLI Automotive Certificate from ICAT

    Ola S1 Pro (Gen2) two-wheeler, which has been on-road since September 2023, will now be able to avail incentives under the PLI scheme from the date of issuance of the certificate, a senior Ola Electric official said.

  • Where does Tata Motors stand in comparison to global carmakers?

    Where does Tata Motors stand in comparison to global carmakers?

    The company today plans to split into two listed entities: commercial vehicles (CV) and passenger vehicles (PV). The development is a positive for the stock, but given the already rich valuations, the street is wondering how much more can it gain from these levels.

  • How numbers stack up for Tata Motors’ CV and PV biz amidst its demerger

    How numbers stack up for Tata Motors’ CV and PV biz amidst its demerger

    During FY23, Tata Motors’ passenger vehicle business, including JLR, accounted for 79 percent of the company's Rs 3,41,544 crore revenue while commercial vehicles contributed 21 percent.

  • Tata Motors demerger aimed at unlocking better value for the two businesses  

    Tata Motors demerger aimed at unlocking better value for the two businesses  

    Analysts noted that the demerger will make it easier for the two companies to raise funds in the future, especially for the PV business with competition expected to intensify, and the EV unit.

  • Mutual funds sold Rs 1441 crore worth of Tata Motors shares in Jan

    Mutual funds sold Rs 1441 crore worth of Tata Motors shares in Jan

    SBI Mutual Fund led January's selling spree among mutual funds, offloading over 58 lakh shares worth Rs 476 crore. Axis and Bandhan Mutual Funds followed, selling over 28 lakh shares and 16 lakh shares worth Rs 225 crore and Rs 132 crore, respectively

  • Tata Motors demerger: Commercial, passenger vehicle biz to become separate listed entities

    Tata Motors demerger: Commercial, passenger vehicle biz to become separate listed entities

    The commercial vehicles business and its related investments will be spun in one entity and the passenger vehicles businesses, including EVs, JLR and related investments, in another entity

  • India’s electric two-wheeler sales cross 80k units in Feb 2024, up 24% YoY

    India’s electric two-wheeler sales cross 80k units in Feb 2024, up 24% YoY

    Industry observers reckon that the registration numbers indicate of 'market stabilisation' despite the govt’s move to lower the incentives under the FAME scheme Phase II

  • India's used car market size to touch $100 billion-mark by 2034: CARS24 CEO

    India's used car market size to touch $100 billion-mark by 2034: CARS24 CEO

    As per the findings of the Gurugram-based online used car marketplace, there are changes in market dynamics with customers opting for frequent upgrades when it comes to cars.

  • Ola Electric records 35,000 EV registrations in February, a 100% jump YoY

    Ola Electric records 35,000 EV registrations in February, a 100% jump YoY

    Ola Electric said it has recorded close to 1,00,000 registrations in the last three months

  • Maruti's total sales rise 15% to 1,97,471 units in February

    Maruti's total sales rise 15% to 1,97,471 units in February

    The company had dispatched a total of 1,72,321 units in the same month last year, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) said in a statement.

  • India auto sales sustain growth in February

    India auto sales sustain growth in February

    Each month, automobile makers in India release wholesale numbers – or vehicle sales to dealers.

  • Tata Motors sales rise 8% in February at 86,406 units

    Tata Motors sales rise 8% in February at 86,406 units

    In comparison to 79,705 units in the same month last year, Tata Motors recorded an 8% increase in total wholesales to 86,406 units on Friday.

  • Royal Enfield wholesales rise 6% in February

    Royal Enfield wholesales rise 6% in February

    On Friday, the production company Yash Raj Films (YRF) announced the introduction of an acting-related social media programme.

  • PV sales continue on upward trajectory in February

    PV sales continue on upward trajectory in February

    During the first 11 months of this fiscal, passenger carmakers sold 38,59,000 units of sedans, utility vehicles (UVs) and hatchbacks, registering an 8.6 percent increase from 33,53,000 units during the corresponding period last year

  • Toyota records highest-ever monthly sales in February

    Toyota records highest-ever monthly sales in February

    Compared to 15,685 units in February 2023, the company's overall deliveries to dealers climbed by 61% to 25,220 units last month.

  • MG Motor India sales rise 8% in February

    MG Motor India sales rise 8% in February

    MG Motor India announced on Friday an 8% rise in retail sales to 4,532 units in February compared to the same month last year. In February 2023, the carmaker sold 4,193 cars. In February 2023, the carmaker sold 4,193 cars.

  • Mahindra wholesales rise 24 pc in Feb at 72,923 units

    Mahindra wholesales rise 24 pc in Feb at 72,923 units

    Mahindra & Mahindra reported on Friday that its total sales for the month of February climbed by 24% to 72,923 units. In February 2023, the corporation had sent 58,801 units to its dealers overall.

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