Maruti Suzuki’s newly launched Victoris mid-SUV has received more than 30,000 bookings, with 38% opting for the underbody CNG variant—a first-in-segment technology that’s resonating strongly despite the vehicle not yet reaching most showrooms, Executive Director Partho Banerjee revealed. “The underbody CNG which we have first time launched and it is the first in the segment,… Continue reading CNG Revolution: 38% of New Victoris Bookings Choose Underbody Gas Variant
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Maruti’s Export Ambition: How India’s Largest Carmaker Will Ship 400,000+ Cars Globally This Year
Maruti Suzuki is set to cross 400,000 car exports this fiscal year, having already shipped 200,000 units in the first half, establishing itself as India’s largest automobile exporter, Chairman R C Bhargava announced at the company’s financial results press conference. “Maruti is by far the largest exporter of cars from India now,” Bhargava stated, adding… Continue reading Maruti’s Export Ambition: How India’s Largest Carmaker Will Ship 400,000+ Cars Globally This Year
Electric Bus Share in India Projected to Reach 10-12% by FY27
Electric buses are projected to account for 10-12% of overall new bus sales in India by FY27, doubling from current levels of 5% in FY25, driven by government policy support and favorable total ownership costs compared to internal combustion engine vehicles, according to India Ratings and Research. The projection comes as India pursues its commitment… Continue reading Electric Bus Share in India Projected to Reach 10-12% by FY27
‘Helmets on the Table’ Rise as GST Cut Entices 2W Users Back to Car Showrooms
Maruti Suzuki showrooms across India are witnessing an unusual phenomenon: sales teams are now counting helmets on discussion tables as an indicator of business, according to Executive Director Partho Banerjee at the company’s latest press conference. “In all our discussion tables, we find many helmets are lying. These are the first new type of customers… Continue reading ‘Helmets on the Table’ Rise as GST Cut Entices 2W Users Back to Car Showrooms
One in Three Maruti Victoris Buyers Opts for CNG Variant
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris, the brand’s newest SUV racked up over 33,000 bookings since its launch. Positioned between the Brezza and the Grand Vitara, the feature-laden Victoris is sold via Maruti’s Arena outlets for a wider customer reach. The SUV had crossed 25,000 bookings mark one month ago. According to Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer… Continue reading One in Three Maruti Victoris Buyers Opts for CNG Variant
JSW MG Motor India Crosses 100,000 EV Sales
JSW MG Motor India crossed the 100,000 electric vehicle sales mark, becoming the second four-wheeler EV manufacturer to achieve this mark in India, as the company’s market share expanded to 35% from 26% in calendar year 2024. India’s EV market is experiencing rapid growth, with passenger EV sales surging 75% year-on-year in the first quarter… Continue reading JSW MG Motor India Crosses 100,000 EV Sales
GST Cut Triggers 30% Surge in Small Car Sales, Reshaping India’s Auto Market
India’s automotive industry is witnessing a dramatic shift as small car sales surged 30% following the government’s reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on compact vehicles, according to Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava at the company’s Q2 and H1 financial results press conference. The GST revision, announced by the Prime Minister on August… Continue reading GST Cut Triggers 30% Surge in Small Car Sales, Reshaping India’s Auto Market
India’s Battery Manufacturing Capacity Set to Reach 100 GWh by 2026
India’s battery manufacturing capacity is projected to reach 100 GWh by 2026, up from the current 60 GWh, as the country accelerates localization in energy storage technologies, industry experts announced at the 18th Renewable Energy India Expo and 3rd The Battery Show India, organized by Informa Markets in India in Greater Noida. The capacity expansion… Continue reading India’s Battery Manufacturing Capacity Set to Reach 100 GWh by 2026
Honda Cars India Launches Elevate ADV Edition
Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) introduced the Elevate ADV Edition as the new flagship grade in its Elevate SUV line-up, targeting consumers with active lifestyles through enhanced design elements, advanced safety features, and distinctive styling at an ex-showroom price starting from Rs. 15,29,000. The ADV Edition features a 1.5L i-VTEC petrol engine available with both… Continue reading Honda Cars India Launches Elevate ADV Edition
Kinetic Green Tonino Lamborghini Partners with Surge Systems for Luxury Electric Golf Carts
Kinetic Green Tonino Lamborghini (KGTL) has announced the appointment of Surge Systems Pvt Ltd as the authorized distributor for its electric luxury golf and lifestyle carts in India. The announcement was made on November 3, 2025, from the company’s base in Pune. The partnership brings together KGTL’s luxury electric vehicles with Surge Systems’ established presence… Continue reading Kinetic Green Tonino Lamborghini Partners with Surge Systems for Luxury Electric Golf Carts