JK Tyre & Industries Ltd has completed the merger of its subsidiary, Cavendish Industries Ltd, with the parent company, consolidating operations nearly a decade after acquiring the business from Kesoram Industries in 2016 . Cavendish Industries operates manufacturing facilities producing truck and bus radial tyres, truck and bus bias tyres, and two- and three-wheeler tyres.… Continue reading JK Tyre Completes Merger of Subsidiary Cavendish Industries
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GST 2.0 Lifts ICE Sales, but Tata Motors Sees no Alarm for EVs Yet
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd has not seen any immediate impact on electric vehicle sales following the GST-led price cuts on internal combustion engine passenger vehicles, Managing Director Shailesh Chandra said on Tuesday, even as ICE demand has picked up sharply in recent months. He cautioned that the December quarter is not the right lens… Continue reading GST 2.0 Lifts ICE Sales, but Tata Motors Sees no Alarm for EVs Yet
ASDC, CBSE and Toyota Kirloskar Motor Conclude National Automobile Olympiad 2025
The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) has concluded the National Automobile Olympiad (NAO) 2025, a three-day event held from December 17-19, 2025, at Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s manufacturing facility in Bidadi, Karnataka. The initiative was conducted in partnership with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and the Toyota Technical Training Institute. The… Continue reading ASDC, CBSE and Toyota Kirloskar Motor Conclude National Automobile Olympiad 2025
Zuno SmartDrive Logs 1 Crore Kilometres in Nine Months
Zuno General Insurance has announced significant early traction for its app-based usage-based insurance product, Zuno SmartDrive, which has recorded over 1 crore kilometres since its launch in March 2025. The digital insurer attributes the growth to increasing acceptance of behaviour-driven, personalised insurance among younger Indian drivers. The company has expanded access to its telematics-based model… Continue reading Zuno SmartDrive Logs 1 Crore Kilometres in Nine Months
Kia India Begins Production of All-New Seltos at Anantapur Facility
Kia India has commenced production of the all-new Seltos at its manufacturing facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant development for the automaker’s operations in the country’s competitive mid-SUV segment. The company will announce pricing for the redesigned Seltos on January 2, 2026. The new generation represents an evolution of the model that has… Continue reading Kia India Begins Production of All-New Seltos at Anantapur Facility
Naxatra Labs Raises $3 Million for Electric Motor Technology
Naxatra Labs, a deeptech company specializing in high-efficiency electric motors, has completed a $3 million Pre-Series A funding round led by Rainmatter. The Ahmedabad-based startup, which designs and manufactures motors for electric vehicles and industrial applications, attracted participation from notable industry figures including Mohit Tandon of Delhivery, Vijay Shekhar Sharma of Paytm, Aloke Bajpai of… Continue reading Naxatra Labs Raises $3 Million for Electric Motor Technology
FICCI and Mercedes-Benz Launch Innovation Challenge for Early-Stage Startups
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Mercedes-Benz India have jointly launched the Bharat Innovation & Business Ideas Challenge Programme, a nationwide initiative designed to nurture early-stage innovators and strengthen India’s startup ecosystem. The programme targets priority sectors including manufacturing, sustainability, decarbonisation, electric mobility, and education. Selected innovators will receive expert… Continue reading FICCI and Mercedes-Benz Launch Innovation Challenge for Early-Stage Startups
ACE Unveils Technology-Driven Equipment at EXCON 2025
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. (ACE) has launched a range of technology-enhanced construction and material handling equipment at EXCON 2025, showcasing innovations across multiple product categories. The company, which holds over 63% market share in India’s mobile cranes segment, introduced eight new products designed to address requirements in infrastructure development, industrial projects, and warehousing operations. Key… Continue reading ACE Unveils Technology-Driven Equipment at EXCON 2025
Citroën Expands India Network with 126th Outlet in Chennai
Citroën India has inaugurated its 126th Point of Sales and Service facility in Chennai, continuing its network expansion under the Citroën 2.0 strategy launched earlier this year. The new 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) facility, located in Chitlapakkam near Chrompet, represents an extension of the brand’s partnership with VTK Automobiles, which currently operates four Citroën… Continue reading Citroën Expands India Network with 126th Outlet in Chennai
Zingbus Expands Green Mobility with Electric Buses and Sustainability Measures
Zingbus, an intercity mobility platform in India, is expanding its sustainability efforts as electric vehicle adoption and climate action increasingly influence long-distance transportation in the country. The company has been deploying electric intercity buses on select high-demand routes while integrating bio-toilet systems across multiple services. This approach combines zero-tailpipe-emission transportation with improved onboard hygiene and… Continue reading Zingbus Expands Green Mobility with Electric Buses and Sustainability Measures