Automobile

The Windsor EV is a crossover utility vehicle (CUV) positioned between the Comet EV and the ZS EV. It combines features of both a hatchback and an MPV, offering a versatile hybrid design.

FADA appoints CS Vigneshwar as the new president

Sai Giridhar will be the vice president, Amar Jatin Sheth secretary and Pradeep Agarwal the treasurer for the 2024-26 period

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin discusses India re-entry with Ford Motors

Ford Motors' Chennai plant remains shut after it the exited India in 2021. Stalin says the two sides are exploring the possibility of 'make in Tamil Nadu for the world'

Volkswagen's Skoda CEO sees opportunity to launch hybrid cars in India

Skoda already has four models in India, including SUVs and sedans, but this is the first time the carmaker is considering bringing hybrid cars to the nation

HMSI to enter EV space this fiscal, eyes a third of sales from the segment by 2030

The EV model is being developed jointly by HMSI and Honda teams. The company said the contribution of electric two-wheelers in overall two-wheeler sales was continuing to grow.

Tata Motors cuts prices of Tiago, Punch, Nexon EVs by up to Rs 3 lakh

The automobile firm has reduced the price of Tata Tiago by Rs 40,000, Tata Punch by up to Rs 1.2 lakh and Tata Nexon by up to Rs 3 lakh, according to reports.

Facelifted Alcazar to bring in a new set of customers, sell higher volumes in urban markets, says Hyundai Motor India COO

The company every month sells around 2,000-2,500 units of Alcazar, which was revamped at a starting price of Rs 14.99 lakh (ex-showroom), lower than Rs 16.78 lakh of the outgoing version (ex-showroom).

Indian auto industry could be worth $1.6 trillion by 2047, EVs driving that boom, says IN-SPACe's Pawan Goenka

In order to achieve that, the automotive sector would need to grow at an average nominal rate of 11 percent in topline revenue in dollar terms, according to Goenka.

All-new Hyundai Alcazar launched at Rs 14.99 lakh

The 2024 Hyundai Alcazar is positioned to draw customers looking for a roomy and adaptable SUV thanks to its elegant design, cutting-edge technology, and dependable engines.

Hyundai launches Alcazar facelift in India, prices start at Rs 14.99 lakh

The new Alcazar showcases a more muscular and modern exterior, with H-shaped DRLs, vertically-stacked headlights, and connected LED tail lamps. The overall design is reminiscent of other Hyundai SUVs like the Exter and Creta, offering a cohesive look.

Indian electric two wheeler-maker Ather Energy files for IPO, including Rs 3,100 crore fresh issue

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy has announced its plans to go public with an initial public offering (IPO).

EMPS to be extended beyond September for EVs, says Minister Kumaraswamy

The scheme is meant to provide a short-term support for the electric vehicle (EV) sector, after the expiry of the FAME II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) scheme.

EV prices to match petrol, diesel vehicles in two years, says Nitin Gadkari

During his address, the minister also urged automobile companies to contribute to road safety initiatives through their corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.

Auto part makers must engage with India's chip industry early on, says Maruti's MD and CEO

India has a 'huge opportunity' to ramp up exports, as it contributes only two percent of the global auto industry trade, despite a high quotient of exports, Hisashi Takeuchi, Maruti's MD & CEO said.

Mahindra & Mahindra announces ‘e-ZEO’ commercial electric four-wheeler on World EV Day

The ‘e-ZEO,’ which stands for "Zero Emission Option," highlights the vehicle's environmental benefits.

As Volkswagen weighs its first closure of a German auto plant, workers aren't the only ones worried

CEO Oliver Blume also told employees Wednesday that the company must end a three-decade-old job protection pledge that would have prohibited layoffs through 2029.

There's a little bit of India in every Merc sold today: Manu Saale, MD, Mercedes India R&D

Mercedes-Benz India's R&D unit currently employs over 8,500 professionals across engineering, digitisation, testing and simulation, and data science

New variants of Hyundai Exter SUV launched, prices start from Rs 7.86 lakh

The key features of S+ (AMT) and S(O)+ (MT) variants include Smart Electric Sunroof, Digital Cluster with Color TFT Multi-Information Display .

From Rs 10 lakh to Rs 2.25 crore: It's raining car launches this festive season

In the face of sluggish demand, new vehicle launches are set to play a pivotal role in reinvigorating the automotive market, according to S&P Global Mobility

Mercedes sees India becoming one of top 5 markets as it launches first-ever all-electric Maybach

The company said India has the potential to become one of the top five markets for its Maybach brand of cars in sales volume.

The Drive Report: Honda Elevate MT

How does Honda India’s most anticipated product in recent times hold up a year after its launch?

Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 launched at Rs 2.25 cr: All about the electric SUV

The Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV features AIRMATIC air suspension with continuously adaptive damping (ADS+) as standard, allowing a ground clearance increase of up to 25 millimetres

Consumers opting for EVs, no longer need to be subsidised, says Nitin Gadkari

Gadkari said that the Central government needs to find a solution to India's huge fossil fuel imports, but clarified that it won't lead to taxes on petrol and diesel cars.

Passenger vehicle retails dip 5% in August; FADA raises alarm over rising inventory level

While the festive season and improved rural demand present promising opportunities for growth, ongoing weather uncertainties and high inventory levels may temper the overall recovery, it stated.

Volvo Cars abandons 2030 EV-only target

Volvo Cars said in a statement that by 2030 it now aims for between 90% and 100% of cars sold to be fully electric or plug-in hybrid models, while up to 10% would be so-called mild hybrid models if needed.

BYD's global expansion push runs into stiff Japan test

Warren Buffett-backed BYD has become China's largest EV maker after years of breakneck growth at home. Now it is expanding overseas, including in Japan, one of the world's largest auto markets.

Despite trimmed wholesale despatches by carmakers, dealers' inventory swells to 7.5 lakh units

According to FADA president Manish Raj Singhania, while there has been some reduction in factory despatches by a few carmakers, the tentative wholesale figure is turning out to be higher than the actual retail numbers.

Volvo Cars to deliver first EX90 SUVs this month after delay

Issues with its new software led to the automaker last year having to push the expected production and delivery start of the car, which was initially expected to reach customers in early 2024.

Kia, Audi top customer experience index: FADA study

The primary objective of the study was to assess and quantify customer experience across sales, after-sales service and product quality in the passenger vehicle category

Carmakers bet on discounts and price cuts to entice buyers ahead of festive season

Dealership lots are chock-full with unsold vehicles as potential buyers seem to be waiting for the discounts and add-on offers that come during the festive season sales, which has rolled around later this year than in the previous year. For canny buyers, though, the spate of rebates on offer could translate into an early bonanza.

Maruti Suzuki to expand into small towns with Arena Satellite showrooms: Report

Maruti Suzuki is taking a state-by-state approach to expand its network of Arena Satellite showrooms, recognising that a one-size-fits-all strategy may not be effective across the country

Hero MotoCorp may pump Rs 900 cr into Bengaluru startup for electric 3-wheeler foray: Report

Hero MotoCorp would diversify into the new mobility segment of e-three wheelers with this deal.

Electric 2W sales decline 18% MoM to 88,473 units in August; Ola Electric’s sales slide

Industry observers reckon that the downtick in numbers were largely driven by the preponement of purchases by prospective buyers in July as many of them were expecting the phaseout of Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024

Tata Curvv launches petrol variant priced at Rs 10 lakh, diesel variant at Rs 11.5 lakh

The Curvv offers multiple powertrain options including the new Hyperion gasoline direct injection engine, a 1.5L KryoJet diesel engine, and a 1.2L Revotron petrol engine. I

Mahindra Auto sales up 9% in August at 76,755 units

The company's total dispatches to its dealers stood at 70,350 units in August 2023.

Hero MotoCorp sales rise 5% to 5,12,360 units in August

The two-wheeler major had dispatched 4,88,717 units to dealers in August 2023.

TVS Motor sales up 13% in August at 3,91,588 units

The company had dispatched 3,45,848 units to its dealers in the same month last year, TVS Motor Company said in a statement.

Hyundai sales decline 12% to 63,175 units in August

The company sold a total of 71,435 units in August 2023, the automaker said in a statement.

Passenger vehicle sales decline by 2% to 3.5 lakh units in August

Industry players reckoned that the the YoY sales figures are not comparable as the festive season came in early during August last year

Kia India sales up 17% to 22,523 units in August

"This success is a testament to the company's strategic optimisation of the products, making our vehicles most compelling and value-for-money," Kia India Senior Vice President and National Head of Sales & Marketing Hardeep Singh Brar said in a statement.

Maruti Suzuki total sales dip 4% to 1,81,782 units in August

Total domestic passenger vehicle wholesales were at 1,43,075 units last month as compared with 1,56,114 units in the year-ago month, a dip of 8 per cent

Toyota Kirloskar Motor partners with Union Bank of India for vehicle financing solutions

Under the partnership, customers can get up to 90 per cent financing on the on-road price of any Toyota vehicle purchased for private use, exempting them from any foreclosure, or part-payment charges, the company said in a statement.

Bullish on Indian market potential for super luxury cars: Aston Martin

The company, which on Thursday launched its all-new Vantage model in India priced at Rs 3.99 crore, plans to continue to bring models to the country simultaneously with the global launch.

India has potential to be in Maserati's top 10 global markets in mid term: Official

The company, which on Friday launched its GranTurismo model with prices starting at Rs 2.72 crore, is also studying the feasibility of introducing its electric vehicle range in India.

Maserati launches 2nd-gen GranTurismo in India, prices start from Rs 2.72 crore

Maserati announces the launch of Maserati GranTurismo. The GranTurismo in India will be offered in two distinctive ICE variants.

Maserati unveils two new luxury GranTurismo variants in India, plans to launch all-electric variant Folgore

The Italian luxury automotive brand has fixed the price of Modena variant at Rs 2.72 crore, while the Trofeo costs Rs 2.9 crore.

Hybrid cars surge ahead with 27% growth in India, outpacing electric vehicles

Popular models like the Toyota Innova Hycross and Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid are driving a surge in hybrid car sales as consumers seek practical and eco-friendly options.

Citroen starts delivery of SUV Coupe Basalt, prices starting at Rs 7.99 lakh

The top-end variant of Basalt will cost Rs 13,62,000. Basalt will be available in six variants 1.2 NA YOU,1.2 NA PLUS,1.2 TURBO PLUS,1.2 TURBO AT PLUS,1.2 TURBO MAX,1.2 TURBO AT MAX and it cost Rs 7,99,000,Rs 9,99,000,Rs 11,49,000,Rs 12,79,000,12,28,000,13,62,000 respectively

The Drive Report: Maserati Grecale Trofeo

Can the latest Maserati super-SUVs explosive mix of performance and charisma help deliver what its rivals cannot?

Two-wheeler industry expects robust growth in upcoming festive season: TVS

TVS Motor Company Senior Vice President - Head Commuter Business Aniruddha Haldar noted that the growth in the two-wheeler industry is also being driven by rising acceptance of scooters in the rural areas.