Tata Motors sold 3,825 units while MG Motor India retailed 3,270 units last month. Electric passenger vehicle retail sales rose 19 per cent in February to 8,968 units with Tata Motors retaining the top slot in the segment, as per data released by dealers’ body FADA. The total electric passenger vehicle retail sales stood at… Continue reading Electric passenger vehicle retail sales rise 19% in February
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Tariffs could result in billions in losses for automakers, says Linamar CEO
Tariff threats have taken their toll on auto sector stocks, with Linamar shares down about 11% this year. Adding steel and aluminum tariffs to auto tariffs would cost carmakers billions of dollars and is “likely to shut the industry down,” says the head of Canada’s second-largest public car parts manufacturer, Linamar Corp. On Tuesday, US… Continue reading Tariffs could result in billions in losses for automakers, says Linamar CEO
“Elon Musk has got to go”: Activists launch ‘Tesla Takedown’ protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s job cuts
The ‘Tesla Takedown’ movement is gaining momentum as activists protest against Tesla and Elon Musk in response to federal job cuts linked to Musk’s role in the Department of Government Efficiency. A growing grassroots movement is targeting Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, in response to widespread federal job cuts under the Trump administration. Dubbed… Continue reading “Elon Musk has got to go”: Activists launch ‘Tesla Takedown’ protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s job cuts
‘Taking zero chances with his hand’: Elon Musk’s gesture at the Congress creates another stir
Elon Musk Say what you will – Elon Musk is the internet’s favorite icon! Whatever he does or says ends up becoming either a meme template or creates yet another unavoidable stir. Whether he is seen at his gaming console while his toddler son Lil X crawls around his shoulders or he addresses the press… Continue reading ‘Taking zero chances with his hand’: Elon Musk’s gesture at the Congress creates another stir
Elon Musk calls for Amtrak privatisation
Almost since Amtrak’s creation in 1971, the 21,000-mile US intercity passenger rail service has been fighting calls that it should be privatised. Now it may have met one of its most aggressive and powerful skeptics yet. Speaking at a tech conference Wednesday, Elon Musk added Amtrak to the list of government-funded services on his chopping… Continue reading Elon Musk calls for Amtrak privatisation
For myTVS, livelihood entrepreneurs are key in its new digital drive
TVS as an organisation had grown on the basis of its relationship with livelihood entrepreneurs. The myTVS booth at the recent held Bharat Mobility Global Expo in Delhi had some interesting products on display like myTVS Astra, a Car2Cloud platform, myTVS Hypermart, a massive parts catalogue and Nesh. Live, a fleet mobility solution for enterprises.… Continue reading For myTVS, livelihood entrepreneurs are key in its new digital drive
Trade deal with India key to Trump’s bid to boost exports
Companies find it beneficial to use other manufacturing bases due to locational advantages helping them save on freight or due to economies of scale. New Delhi: A bilateral trade deal is critical not just for India but also for the US as it is seen to be key to Donald Trump’s focus on boosting production… Continue reading Trade deal with India key to Trump’s bid to boost exports
Asian markets gain as Trump delays auto tariffs
China has vowed to make domestic demand its main economic driver despite facing persistent economic headwinds. Asian markets climbed on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced a one-month tariff delay on auto imports from Mexico and Canada. The White House announced Wednesday an exemption on any autos coming through the North American neighbours’ free… Continue reading Asian markets gain as Trump delays auto tariffs
Mercedes-Benz India partners with DPIIT to boost startup ecosystem
The partnership will focus on providing crucial infrastructure, mentorship, funding access, and market linkages to startups. To boost India’s startup ecosystem, Mercedes-Benz India has partnered with This collaboration aims to boost innovation, sustainability, societal development, and entrepreneurship, focusing on product startups. Published On Mar 6, 2025 at 06:15 PM IST Join the community of 2M+… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India partners with DPIIT to boost startup ecosystem
Indian auto industry on edge as US reciprocal tariff plans loom amid ongoing BTA talks
India’s OEMs are expecting a detailed briefing from the commerce ministry after the delegation, led by Minister Piyush Goyal, returns to India. The reciprocal tariff threat by US President Donald Trump on automobiles (along with many other sectors) from India has been shrugged off by local vehicle makers since India’s vehicle exports to the USA… Continue reading Indian auto industry on edge as US reciprocal tariff plans loom amid ongoing BTA talks