The drag was led by the e-PV category (cars and SUVs), which fell sharply to 15,100 units in September from 18,290 units in August. India’s electric vehicle (EV) market crossed the one million registration mark in the first half of FY26, even as monthly numbers in September showed a slight dip due to a slowdown… Continue reading EV registrations cross one million in H1 FY26; Sept sees marginal dip on PV slowdown
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Why bid to boost air could be scratching the surface
He added Delhi will evaluate and adopt the best of proven photocatalytic technologies, prioritising safety, sustainability, and measurable impact to deliver cleaner air faster. Delhi environment department will conduct a study on “smog-eating” photocatalytic coatings which, when applied to roads, concrete and tiles, reduce nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and harmful hydrocarbons in the air. These coatings… Continue reading Why bid to boost air could be scratching the surface
South Africa’s new vehicle sales on track to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2025
Since 2024, interest rates in South Africa have been reduced by 125 basis points, while easing inflation and a better economic growth rate have supported the new vehicle market to date. South Africa’s domestic new vehicle sales are on track to exceed pre-pandemic levels for the first time in five years, driven by consumer demand… Continue reading South Africa’s new vehicle sales on track to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2025
Mexico auto industry warns of complex outlook ahead of USMCA review
The USMCA, which replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement in 2020, is scheduled for review in 2026. Mexico’s auto industry warned of a “complex outlook” ahead of the 2026 review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), with executives citing concerns over tighter rules of origin and scrutiny of Asian content in components. Speaking at… Continue reading Mexico auto industry warns of complex outlook ahead of USMCA review
Tesla’s monthly sales rise in France, Denmark for first time in 2025
Elon Musk Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has become the world’s first person to reach a net worth of $500 billion, according to Forbes’ Billionaires Index. As of 4:15 pm ET on Wednesday (1:45 am Thursday, India time), Musk’s wealth stood at $500.1 billion, followed by Oracle founder Larry Ellison at $350.7 billion. According… Continue reading Tesla’s monthly sales rise in France, Denmark for first time in 2025
US auto sales keep motoring higher despite uncertainty
GM is expected to hold on to its top spot during the quarter, followed by Toyota and Ford, according to Cox. Tesla’s sales are expected to drop by nearly 6 per cent. US auto sales are expected to rise about 6 per cent for the third quarter, as Americans continue to buy cars at a… Continue reading US auto sales keep motoring higher despite uncertainty
How this ‘Flyover Over Flyover’ aims to end Delhi’s ISBT jam session
The proposed project would be the first instance of a ‘flyover over a flyover’ in Delhi, said a senior official. Delhiites who spend hours stuck near the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) may soon get relief, as Delhi govt is preparing an ambitious plan to ease congestion in one of the city’s busiest traffic zones. The… Continue reading How this ‘Flyover Over Flyover’ aims to end Delhi’s ISBT jam session
September sees record auto sales with GST cuts boosting customer sentiment
Both Maruti Suzuki and M&M reiterated the reality of logistical constraints due to limited trailer availability and are working to improve despatches. The reduction in GST rates has been a huge sentiment booster for auto sales in the ongoing festive season. Passenger vehicles led the charge in September with high single-digit growth in domestic wholesales… Continue reading September sees record auto sales with GST cuts boosting customer sentiment
Delhi High Court directs Gensol to handover remaining EVs to Smas Auto leasing
The order came after Smas Auto approached the court to secure 164 EVs that had been leased out to Gensol in 2021. The Delhi High Court has directed Gensol Engineering’s resolution professional to cooperate in handing over the remaining electric vehicles (EVs) to Smas Auto Leasing India and to provide a no-objection certificate for the… Continue reading Delhi High Court directs Gensol to handover remaining EVs to Smas Auto leasing
Make sure EVs are solar-powered, Union minister Pralhad Joshi tells industry
Prahlad Joshi Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, on Tuesday urged corporates to adopt solar-powered charging for electric vehicles (EVs), highlighting its potential to reduce oil imports and cut carbon emissions. As per a PTI report, the remarks came during the launch of Refex Mobility’s operations, a Chennai-based corporate EV fleet operator.… Continue reading Make sure EVs are solar-powered, Union minister Pralhad Joshi tells industry