Battery Smart, has announced a partnership with Lilypad, a digital marketplace for electric two-wheelers, to promote electric vehicle adoption across the Delhi NCR region. Under the partnership, Lilypad will sell battery-less electric two-wheelers that integrate with Battery Smart’s swapping infrastructure.The model is designed to reduce upfront vehicle costs and address challenges related to charging time… Continue reading Lilypad and Battery Smart Partner to Boost EV Adoption in Delhi NCR
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JLR Reports Sharp Sales Decline Following Cyber Incident and Production Challenges
Jaguar Land Rover has reported a significant drop in sales for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, with wholesale volumes falling 24.2% year-on-year to 66,165 units amid production stoppages caused by a cyber incident and other operational challenges. The British luxury automaker’s retail sales for the quarter ending September 30 totaled 85,495 units, representing… Continue reading JLR Reports Sharp Sales Decline Following Cyber Incident and Production Challenges
ZF India Secures Major Contract for Heavy-Duty Clutch Systems
ZF India Pvt Ltd. has won a significant supply contract from a major Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer for its locally produced heavy-duty clutch systems, the company announced Tuesday. The agreement, finalized in May 2025, covers the supply of several thousand units of ZF’s 430mm diameter clutch system, with production scheduled to begin in mid-2026. The… Continue reading ZF India Secures Major Contract for Heavy-Duty Clutch Systems
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Unveils 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition with Enhanced Styling
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced the launch of the 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition, featuring updated design elements and premium enhancements aimed at SUV enthusiasts seeking a sportier aesthetic. The new edition follows the 2024 Leader Edition and introduces several styling updates to the popular SUV. Notable exterior changes include a redesigned grille, front and… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Motor Unveils 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition with Enhanced Styling
Exports Cushion Honda Cars India’s Weak Domestic Show; FY25 Profit Dips 9% to ₹604 Crore
Led by record exports and cost-control measures, Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) posted a net profit of ₹604 crore in FY25, down 9 percent from ₹661 crore in FY24, offsetting a sharp slide in domestic volumes. As per the financials sourced from business intelligence platform Tofler, total revenue rose 4.6 percent to ₹17,219 crore, while… Continue reading Exports Cushion Honda Cars India’s Weak Domestic Show; FY25 Profit Dips 9% to ₹604 Crore
OPmobility Opens New Plant in Maharashtra; Aims To Double India Sales By 2030
French automotive technology supplier OPmobility has expanded its manufacturing footprint in India with a new facility in Badhawaldi, Maharashtra, as part of its plan to more than double sales in India by 2030. The new Badhalwadi plant is OPmobility’s first site in India to integrate both exterior systems and energy storage systems within a single… Continue reading OPmobility Opens New Plant in Maharashtra; Aims To Double India Sales By 2030
Ansys and Maker Bhavan Foundation Launch Partnership to Bring Simulation Tools to Tier-2 Engineering Colleges
Ansys, now operating under Synopsys, has announced a partnership with the U.S.-based nonprofit Maker Bhavan Foundation to provide advanced simulation software to engineering students at tier-2 colleges in India. The collaboration, dubbed the Synopsys-MBF Simulation Education Program, will equip up to six institutions with academic licenses for Ansys’ multiphysics simulation solutions. Students and faculty at… Continue reading Ansys and Maker Bhavan Foundation Launch Partnership to Bring Simulation Tools to Tier-2 Engineering Colleges
Zigment Expands Global Operations with Automotive Partnerships and Dubai Office
Zigment, an AI-powered customer journey platform, has announced several business developments as part of its international expansion strategy, including new partnerships in the automotive sector and plans to open an office in Dubai. The company has signed agreements with GrupoUMA, a major automotive distributor operating in Latin America and Europe, and Bajaj Europe. The GrupoUMA… Continue reading Zigment Expands Global Operations with Automotive Partnerships and Dubai Office
Suzuki Unveils Electric Vehicle Concepts and Multi-Pathway Carbon Strategy at Japan Mobility Show 2025
Suzuki Motor Corporation announced its exhibition lineup for the Japan Mobility Show 2025, showcasing a range of electric vehicle concepts and alternative fuel technologies as part of its comprehensive approach to achieving carbon neutrality. The event, organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, will run from October 30 to November 9, 2025, at Tokyo Big… Continue reading Suzuki Unveils Electric Vehicle Concepts and Multi-Pathway Carbon Strategy at Japan Mobility Show 2025
KPIT Technologies Increases Stake in N Dream AG to 88.9%
KPIT Technologies Limited has announced a significant expansion of its investment in N Dream AG, a Switzerland-based cloud gaming aggregation platform company. Through its wholly owned subsidiary KPIT Technologies (UK) Limited, the company has acquired an additional 62.9% stake in N Dream, bringing its total group shareholding to 88.9%. The latest acquisition was completed at… Continue reading KPIT Technologies Increases Stake in N Dream AG to 88.9%