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Complete List of Cars and SUVs Tested by Bharat NCAP

Introduced by the Central government in 2023, the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) has taken over the responsibility of Global NCAP to conduct crash tests and award scores to cars sold in the country. The government hopes this will help buyers make more informed purchase decisions. Since its inception, BNCAP has tested 20 vehicles… Continue reading Complete List of Cars and SUVs Tested by Bharat NCAP

Vida VX2 Go Compared: How It Stacks Up on Price, Range & Charging Time

Hero’s electric subsidiary, Vida, launched a more affordable and family-centric VX2 model available in two variants – Go (2.2kWh) and Plus (3.4kWh). Here, we’ve pitted the base Vida VX2 Go against rivals with comparable battery capacities and price tags to see how its range and charging time stacks up in the segment. Vida VX2 Go… Continue reading Vida VX2 Go Compared: How It Stacks Up on Price, Range & Charging Time

Qualcomm to Host ‘Snapdragon Auto Day’ on July 30 in New Delhi

Qualcomm has announced its first-ever ‘Snapdragon Auto Day’, which will take place on July 30, 2025, in New Delhi. Organised in association with AWS, the event will focus on the development of safer and more intelligent mobility solutions for India, while also showcasing how connected vehicle technologies are shaping the future of transportation. Snapdragon Auto… Continue reading Qualcomm to Host ‘Snapdragon Auto Day’ on July 30 in New Delhi

TVS Motor Company Launches New 3.1 kWh Variant of TVS iQube at ₹1.03 Lakh

TVS Motor Company has announced the introduction of a new 3.1 kWh variant of its flagship electric scooter, the TVS iQube. This variant offers an IDC-certified range of 123 km and features enhancements such as hill hold functionality and a refreshed user interface/user experience (UI/UX). The new TVS iQube variant is priced at an effective… Continue reading TVS Motor Company Launches New 3.1 kWh Variant of TVS iQube at ₹1.03 Lakh

Motherson Sumi Wiring India Appoints Gulshan as Chief Financial Officer

Motherson Sumi Wiring India Limited announced the appointment of Gulshan as Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective immediately, following board approval during today’s meeting. Gulshan brings substantial financial expertise to the role, with over 14 years of comprehensive experience spanning finance, auditing, and cross-functional operations. A Chartered Accountant accredited by the Institute of… Continue reading Motherson Sumi Wiring India Appoints Gulshan as Chief Financial Officer

Bharat Forge Completes Rs 746.5 Crore Acquisition of AAM India Manufacturing

Bharat Forge Limited (BFL) has successfully completed its acquisition of AAM India Manufacturing Private Limited for an equity value of Rs 746.46 crore, marking a significant expansion of the company’s automotive manufacturing capabilities. The transaction, initially announced in October 2024, received final approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in April 2025. The acquisition… Continue reading Bharat Forge Completes Rs 746.5 Crore Acquisition of AAM India Manufacturing

Indian Tyre Exports Cross ₹25,000 Crore in FY25, Industry Maintains Strong Global Momentum

The Indian tyre industry has continued its robust export performance in FY2024–25, registering a 9% year-on-year growth in tyre exports, which surged to ₹25,051 crore from ₹23,073 crore the previous fiscal, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce. The Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association (ATMA) noted that the sector’s resilience amid global trade policy uncertainties,… Continue reading Indian Tyre Exports Cross ₹25,000 Crore in FY25, Industry Maintains Strong Global Momentum

Indian Tyre Exports Cross ₹25,000 Crore in FY25, Industry Maintains Strong Global Momentum

Volkswagen India Launches Annual Autofest Exchange Program

Volkswagen India has launched its annual Autofest program, a nationwide exchange carnival designed to provide customers with upgrade opportunities and exclusive benefits across the company’s dealership network. The limited-period initiative targets both existing Volkswagen owners and prospective buyers seeking to purchase vehicles from the German automaker’s Indian portfolio. The program operates through Volkswagen’s established dealership… Continue reading Volkswagen India Launches Annual Autofest Exchange Program