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The e Vitara will be available across two battery options, in 10 colours with 4 dual tone options. An Integrated Digital Display of 25.65cm (10.1”) and a 26.04cm, (10.25”) multi-information display present an array of information and controls

Maruti Suzuki unveils first electric SUV e VITARA, plans to export to 100 countries

e VITARA is Suzuki's first global strategic battery electric vehicle, which has been long-awaited in India and many parts of the world

PM Modi inaugurates Bharat Mobility Global Expo, says India's automotive industry is future-ready

PM inaugurated the Expo at Bharat Mandapam in presence of Union ministers Nitin Gadkari, H D Kumaraswamy, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Manohar Lal, Piyush Goyal and Hardeep Singh Puri, and leaders of the automobile sectors.

PM Modi to open Bharat Mobility Expo on Jan 17, over 100 launches of auto, components expected

The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, scheduled from January 17-22, will bring the entire value chain of the mobility ecosystem — from automobile manufacturers to components, electronics parts, tyre and energy storage makers, and automotive software firms and material recyclers — under a single umbrella.

The Drive Report: Hyundai Creta EV

Putting Hyundai’s first localised electric vehicle for the Indian market – and arguably one of the most important cars this year – through its paces.

TCS global study finds 64% of consumers likely to choose EV as next vehicle

The global study by Tata Consultancy Services surveyed over 1,300 anonymous respondents across USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, China, India, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, found that 56 per cent of them were ready to pay up to USD 40,000 (nearly Rs 35 lakh) for an electric vehicle

Positive consumer sentiments drive automobile dispatches in 2024: SIAM

According to SIAM, total wholesales across categories increased to 2,54,98,763 units in 2024 against 2,28,39,130 units in 2023, a growth of 11.6 percent

Mahindra reveals prices of top variants of BE 6, XEV 9E electric SUVs. Check booking schedule, other details

Bookings for BE 6 and XEV 9e Pack Three variants will open on February 14, with phased test drives commencing on January 14, 2025. Deliveries are expected to begin in early March

Maruti Suzuki to showcase 'e For Me' blueprint for electric mobility during Bharat Mobility 2025

Maruti Suzuki has named its electric vision 'e For Me', which it said will aim for a 'comprehensive approach' to electric vehicles as well as its infrastructure, along with 'innovative solutions' to make them more accessible.

Automobile retail sales decline 12% in December; jump 9% in CY2024: FADA

Overall vehicle registrations stood at 2,61,07,679 units last year as compared to 2,39,28,293 units in the 2023 calendar year, recording a growth of 9 per cent

2025 Ather 450 launched with new features. Check mileage, other details

Ather Energy Limited, an EV two-wheeler manufacturer, introduced the 2025 Ather 450 with a host of new updates. The 450X and 450 Apex scooters now get Multi-Mode Traction Control with three different modes for increased safety and MagicTwist

The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz C300 

Not quite an AMG, but somehow more endearing and likeable. Is the new C300 all the sedan you need? 

Hyundai in talks with TVS Motor to develop electric three-wheeler: Report

Hyundai, which already offers the Creta EV and other electric models, is also set to showcase its last-mile mobility concepts at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo.

December ’24 auto sales: PVs in fast lane; CVs, tractors pick up momentum

The encouraging numbers came on the back of continuing demand momentum in rural areas and a pick-up in infrastructure spends. Year-end discounts also helped

EV players to meet Goyal on Friday, discuss infra-related issues

Officials from the Department of Heavy Industries are expected to attend the meeting. Representatives from Tata, Mahindra, Mercedes-Benz India, Hero MotoCorp, and other companies have been invited to the deliberations.

Hyundai India unveils Creta electric; check features, mileage

The Hyundai Creta Electric will be available in 4 variants – Executive, Smart, Premium and Excellence with 8 monotone and 2 dual-tone color options including 3 Matte colours.

Auto component industry’s capex plans to continue despite growth moderation

Higher content per vehicle and export opportunities to aid revenue growth for the industry in the near to medium term

Honda Cars India sales up 20% at 1,31,871 units in 2024

The company sold a total of 9,460 units in December 2024 with domestic sales at 5,603 units and exports at 3,857 units, it added.

Indian passenger vehicle market posts record wholesales of 43 lakh units in 2024

New Delhi, Jan 1 Indian passenger vehicles market registered record wholesales of 43 lakh units in 2024, with companies like market leader Maruti Suzuki..

Kia India sales up 6% in 2024 at 2,55,038 units

The company had sold 2,40,919 units in 2023, Kia India said in a statement.

M&M overall auto sales up 16% at 69,768 units in December

The company had posted an overall sales of 60,188 units in December 2023. Passenger vehicle sales stood at 41,424 units last month compared to 35,174 units in the year-ago period

Toyota Kirloskar Motor December sales up 29% at 29,529 units

The company recorded its best-ever calendar year sales in 2024 at 3,26,329 units, which is a 40 percent increase compared to 2,33,346 units sold in 2023.

Hero Moto, Harley Davidson extend tie up, plan new bike for Indian and global markets

Two-wheeler players Hero Moto and Harley Davidson have decided to expand the X440 motorcycle range in India into new variants, in an effort to win the market share in the premium segment.

Mahindra bets on premium electric SUVs to boost market share

Mahindra & Mahindra plans to start by manufacturing 90,000 units of the two EVs a year, before raising it to 200,000 units by March 2026.

Osamu Suzuki, who ran Suzuki Motor Corp for five decades, dies at 94

Suzuki’s more than 28 years as president across two terms made him the longest-serving head of a global automaker. He passed the presidency to his son in June 2015 and assumed a role as chairman and chief executive officer, a dual title he held onto for a year before stepping down.

EV registrations hit a speed bump this year after record growth in 2023

In the electric passenger vehicle segment, the growth was slower still. Total e-car sales were up just 20 percent this year at 87,687 units versus 73,273 units sold in 2023. Last year, sales had skyrocketed 120 percent from 33,209 units. The proportion of EVs to total PV sales remained at around 2 percent for 2024 as well.

Ola Electric expands network to 4,000 stores nationwide

The expansion spans beyond metros and Tier I and II cities into smaller towns and tehsils. The network stores will also act as service centres.

Automotive to sustainable mobility, EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

The shift in the auto industry -- where advanced technologies like autonomous driving, vehicle intelligence, connected features and electrification are quickly gaining traction -- will be reflected in the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo in which India's flagship Auto Expo has been clubbed to be held from January 17-22, 2025 in Delhi-NCR

Tata Punch leads PV sales chart in 2024, followed by Hyundai Creta and Maruti Ertiga

According to Ravi Bhatia from Jato Dynamics India, Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, Hyundai Creta, and Tata Punch dominate their respective segments by serving distinct buyer groups with specific needs

Year-ender 2024 | Policies that will redefine future of mobility in India

While the second edition of Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India (FAME) scheme concluded on March 31, 2024, a slew of other policies were notified to give a renewed thrust on battery-driven vehicles

Bajaj Auto launches new Chetak 35 Series electric scooters. Check price, other details

Bajaj Chetak: The '35 Series,' gets its nomenclature from the powerful 3.5 kWh battery capacity. Chetak 3501, 3502, and 3503—are ergonomically designed for ease of riding, larger boot space, and shorter charge times, according to the company.

Maruti Suzuki to showcase 'production ready' electric Vitara at upcoming Bharat Mobility Expo

Maruti Suzuki said the eBorn SUV, which was recently unveiled by Suzuki Motor Corporation at Milan, Italy, is production ready, and a manufactured in India, for the world.

Increasing tax on EVs will make it difficult for electrification journey: Kia India MD & CEO

The company, which unveiled its new SUV, Syros, is looking at around 17 percent sales growth next year at 3 lakh units, as compared to 2.55 lakh units expected this year.

Kia Syros SUV makes global debut in India, bookings to begin on January 3

The South Korean carmaker revealed that Kia Syros will be positioned between the Sonet and Seltos SUVs. Once launched, it will be taking on the likes of the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and and the soon-to-be launched Skoda Kylaq

Nissan and Honda consider merger to take on Toyota

A deal would effectively consolidate the Japanese auto industry into two main camps: One controlled by Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi and another consisting of Toyota group companies

Stellantis to hike prices of Jeep, Citroen models from Jan

The price increase is aimed at offsetting the impact of rising input costs and ensuring sustainable operations in line with the industry, the company said in a statement.

Skoda Auto India hikes vehicle prices by up to 3%

The price increase will apply to the company's entire portfolio, including the Kushaq, Slavia, Superb, and Kodiaq.

BluSmart secures Rs 100 cr financing under its asset leasing initiative

Under the 'Assure by BluSmart' initiative, the partner can purchase electric cars and lease these cars to BluSmart.

Tata Motors secures order for 1,300 bus chassis from UPSRTC

This is the third such order for the Tata group firm from UPSRTC in a year with the total order size hitting 3,500

Maruti Suzuki is first car manufacturer in India to make 2 million units in a year

An Ertiga made at its Manesar factory in Haryana is the 2 millionth vehicle to roll out from Maruti Suzuki's stables

Auto component industry will continue to make investments on capex, R&D despite slowdown: ACMA President

As per industry watchers, Indian auto component manufacturers are expected to invest between $2.5–3 billion in the financial year 2025, primarily to increase capacity. According to Marwah, there are investments happening in physical infrastructure, design, R&D, people, automation, etc.

India needs Rs 16,000 cr capex to meet public EV charging demand by 2030: Report

The report called for action by key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry players, and government bodies, to enable India's transition towards clean energy and sustainability.

PPAP Automotive shares soar nearly 20% after bagging new orders with 'significant' EV portion

"These orders include a significant business for electric vehicles, valued at approximately Rs 50 crore," the company filing said, aligning its portfolio with the growth opportunities in the electric vehicle market.

India plans intact; to add more headcount despite global turbulence: Nissan

The company, which has increased headcount at its Chennai plant by 600 to add a third shift, does not foresee steps to cut 9,000 jobs and 20 per cent production globally having an impact on India as long as it remains competitive in the market, Nissan India Operations President Frank Torres told PTI.

PV dispatches rise 4% in Nov as demand sustains post festive period: SIAM

Hyundai Motor India dispatches declined to 48,246 units last month as against 49,451 units in the year-ago period. Mahindra & Mahindra sales stood at 46,222 units last month as compared with 39,981 units in November last year, a growth of 16 per cent.

We need to have a UPI moment for EV charging ecosystem, says Mercedes Benz India MD & CEO

According to him, this kind of convenience will take away some of the angst of charging EVs. He also cited the example of Mercedes Me App offered to overseas EV buyers.

Ashok Leyland to hike commercial vehicle prices by up to 2% from January

The extent of price increase will vary depending on model and variant; however, all products across the range will be affected, the company said in a statement.

JK Tyre to get 30 mn euros long term loan from German entity

The company will invest the funds in a sustainable expansion of production capacities at its Madhya Pradesh-based passenger car radial tyre facility, the tyre maker said in a statement.

Tata Motors to hike trucks, buses prices by up to 2% from 1 January

The price increase is to offset the rise in input costs, Tata Motors said in a statement.