General Motors has made a clear decision to cave to Donald Trump rather than stand up for its loyal Canadian workforce. General Motors said on Thursday it will eliminate roughly 500 jobs in Canada when a plant in Oshawa, Ontario, cuts a shift, adding more pain to one of the sectors that has been most… Continue reading General Motors shift reduction in Canada to cut 500 jobs
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India, Canada look to deepen partnership in critical minerals and clean mobility
The discussions focused on building resilient supply chains for clean energy technologies and strengthening collaboration in emerging industrial sectors aligned with India’s long-term vision of sustainable growth and net-zero targets. Kumaraswamy said the automotive, heavy electrical and capital goods sectors are key pillars supporting India’s development roadmap and highlighted the country’s growing role in global… Continue reading India, Canada look to deepen partnership in critical minerals and clean mobility
Jio-bp launches ACTIVE technology petrol to boost engine efficiency, cut deposits
Jio-bp has launched petrol with ACTIVE technology, a new fuel formulation designed to clean critical engine components and improve vehicle performance, the company said at India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 in Goa. According to the company, the new petrol actively removes existing deposits from key engine parts, helping restore and sustain engine efficiency while reducing… Continue reading Jio-bp launches ACTIVE technology petrol to boost engine efficiency, cut deposits
NHAI refunds toll charges in 18 lakh cases
New Delhi: NHAI has refunded toll charges in 17.7 lakh cases between Jan and Dec 2025 for incorrect deductions and in nearly 35 per cent of these cases, the vehicles were not at the toll plaza when the user fee was debited from FASTag wallet. Considering that such transactions happen due to manual entry of… Continue reading NHAI refunds toll charges in 18 lakh cases
SIAM showcases multi-fuel mobility roadmap at India Energy Week 2026
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) showcased India’s evolving sustainable mobility ecosystem at India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, highlighting the industry’s shift towards multi-fuel and multi-powertrain solutions to support the country’s decarbonisation goals. At the four-day event held from January 27 to 30 at the ONGC Advanced Training Institute in Goa, SIAM curated a… Continue reading SIAM showcases multi-fuel mobility roadmap at India Energy Week 2026
To cut traffic load, targeted ‘congestion pricing’ mooted
New Delhi: Targeted ‘congestion pricing’ in dense business districts, combined with demand-based parking management, can reduce traffic volume, raise speeds and cut emissions, as seen internationally, according to Economic Survey 2025-26. It has highlighted how such steps have helped authorities in Singapore and London address congestion. Though efforts have been made since 2009 to propose… Continue reading To cut traffic load, targeted ‘congestion pricing’ mooted
EKA Mobility, HPCL sign MoU to boost EV infrastructure and green energy initiatives
New Delhi: Electric commercial vehicle maker EKA Mobility has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) to collaborate on sustainable mobility and green energy initiatives in India. Under the partnership, the two companies will explore opportunities across electric mobility, charging infrastructure, battery swapping, green hydrogen and sustainable logistics. The collaboration… Continue reading EKA Mobility, HPCL sign MoU to boost EV infrastructure and green energy initiatives
TVS sees EV supply normalising as magnet shortages ease
Overall, two-wheeler and three-wheeler sales, including international operations, grew 27 per cent to a record 15.44 lakh units, compared with 12.12 lakh units in the year-ago period. TVS Motor Company on Wednesday said the supply of magnets, a key component used in electric vehicles, is improving and full availability of its electric models should return… Continue reading TVS sees EV supply normalising as magnet shortages ease
India exports 5.3 million vehicles in FY25 as global demand for made-in-India autos grows: Survey
The Survey held the automobile industry as a core engine of economic growth, pointing out that India is the world’s largest market for two-wheelers and three-wheelers. Automakers operating in the country exported 5.3 million vehicles last fiscal year, indicating growing acceptance of India-made cars, commercial vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers in international markets, the Economic Survey… Continue reading India exports 5.3 million vehicles in FY25 as global demand for made-in-India autos grows: Survey
Economic Survey 2026 flags auto sector’s rising exports, EV push and GST reforms as growth drivers
India’s automobile industry continues to strengthen its position as a key pillar of economic growth, with rising exports, robust production expansion and sustained policy support reinforcing its global competitiveness, according to the Economic Survey 2025–26 tabled in Parliament on Thursday. The Survey said India has emerged as the world’s largest market for two-wheelers and three-wheelers,… Continue reading Economic Survey 2026 flags auto sector’s rising exports, EV push and GST reforms as growth drivers