MG Motor India expands network in Hyderabad, targets 400 touchpoints in 270 cities

MG Motor India has expanded its retail sales and service network in Hyderabad. On August 18, the car and SUV manufacturer opened three more touchpoints in the city of Hyderabad. The two new dealerships sport premium interiors and a digital environment. The newly inaugurated dealerships and a workshop are in Kukatpally and LB Nagar respectively.… Continue reading MG Motor India expands network in Hyderabad, targets 400 touchpoints in 270 cities

M&M to inspect over 1 lakh XUVs for potential wiring issue

Mahindra & Mahindra said in an exchange notification on Friday that it will inspect 1,08,306 units of XUV700 manufactured between 8th June 2021 to 28th June 2023 for a potential risk of abrasion cut of wiring loom. Also, 3560 units of XUV400 vehicle manufactured between 16 Feb 2023 to 5 June 2023, will be inspected for… Continue reading M&M to inspect over 1 lakh XUVs for potential wiring issue

Honda introduces OBD-II compliant Livo at Rs 78,500

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has introduced the OBD-II compliant version of the Honda Livo motorcycle, which comes priced at Rs 78,500, ex-showroom. The company has updated the Livo with new graphics, modern front visor, and revised tail lamps, while also giving it attractive instrumentation, and a bold tank design. The Livo comes powered by… Continue reading Honda introduces OBD-II compliant Livo at Rs 78,500

Pininfarina to make custom-built cars in limited numbers

On the back of unveiling its special edition Battista – the Edizione Nino Farina – the Pura Vision concept and the Barchetta 95 roadster, Automobili Pininfarina says it’s now all geared up and ready to build absolute one-offs or custom-built cars, much like Ferrari’s Special Projects division that builds cars with completely bespoke bodywork – as per a customer’s… Continue reading Pininfarina to make custom-built cars in limited numbers

How India’s 10 rated cars, SUVs ranked on GNAP crash tests

It’s been just over a year since the new Global NCAP crash test protocol came into effect. Under the new protocol, a vehicle receives a 5-star rating only if it gets the required scores while also conforming to the ESC, pedestrian protection, side impact and seat belt reminder requirements for Global NCAP. So far, just 10 made-in-India… Continue reading How India’s 10 rated cars, SUVs ranked on GNAP crash tests

‘The customer mindset towards EVs has completely transformed in last 5 years’

Tata Motors has surpassed the important milestone of selling 100,000 EVs within a short span of five years, and the company is now gearing to launch four new EVs within the next year. India’s No. 3 carmaker Tata Motors has crossed the important milestone of selling 100,000 EVs in the nascent Indian market within a… Continue reading ‘The customer mindset towards EVs has completely transformed in last 5 years’

Luxury EV market to quadruple by FY24, says Audi India’s Balbir Singh Dhillon

India’s luxury EV market is on track to grow at a fast clip, with an increasing disposable income among HNIs, leading to a perceptible shift in lifestyles and preferences. Total revenue from luxury EV sales is expected to climb from US $100 million in FY23, (Rs 830 crores) to US $ 400 million (Rs 3220… Continue reading Luxury EV market to quadruple by FY24, says Audi India’s Balbir Singh Dhillon

‘The star is back with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC’

The German luxury carmaker which has reintroduced the updated GLC in India after a gap of more than six months, has received a strong demand of over 1,500 orders, making it one of the most important models in its line-up. German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz, which introduced the 2023 GLC in India on August 9, is… Continue reading ‘The star is back with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC’

MAHLE sells its thermostat business to Admetos

Automotive supplier MAHLE plans to sell its thermostat business to the industrial and investment holding company ADMETOS. The two sides have signed a contract to this effect at the beginning of August. ADMETOS intends to take over development and production with around 600 employees in six countries. With its new strategy, MAHLE is focusing on… Continue reading MAHLE sells its thermostat business to Admetos

Renault to challenge likes of Tata, Mahindra on safety after dip in demand 

In recent months, Renault has seen tremendous volume stress in comparison to its competitors. According to the top leadership analysis, the company has not been able to explain to the customer the safety requirements to which it is adapting.  The France-headquartered automotive firm has initiated a global safety campaign in India called ‘Human First’, highlighting the safety… Continue reading Renault to challenge likes of Tata, Mahindra on safety after dip in demand