Bajaj Auto has introduced a new variant of its Pulsar N160 motorcycle, featuring gold USD (upside-down) forks and a single-seat configuration. The variant is priced at ₹1,23,983 (ex-showroom Delhi) and is now available at dealerships across India. The latest addition to the Pulsar N series combines enhanced comfort with improved riding dynamics, addressing customer demand… Continue reading Bajaj Auto Launches Pulsar N160 Variant with Gold USD Forks and Single Seat
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India and Germany Hold High-Level Talks on Electric Mobility Transition
India and Germany convened senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners on Wednesday to chart a coordinated path forward for electric mobility development, marking the ninth edition of the Indo-German Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP) Conversation Series. The roundtable, held at Maharashtra Sadan under the theme “Electric Mobility: From System Integration to… Continue reading India and Germany Hold High-Level Talks on Electric Mobility Transition
Automakers, sugar makers urge govt to promote flex fuel vehicles after E20
After crossing the 20% ethanol-blending milestone, automakers and sugar manufacturers are urging the government to prioritise flex-fuel vehicles – which can run on higher blends and 100% ethanol – instead of incrementally moving to 25% or 30% blends. They want lower taxes on these vehicles and a clear pricing advantage for ethanol over petrol. With… Continue reading Automakers, sugar makers urge govt to promote flex fuel vehicles after E20
LICO Advances Toward Hydrometallurgy Phase with Rs 400 Crore Downstream Investment Plan
LICO, a rising player in India’s developing battery recycling industry, is ramping up its infrastructure and investment to meet the anticipated surge in demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, even as it navigates a domestic recycling landscape plagued by inadequate government support and widespread fraud. The company is currently focused on mechanical separation (Phase 1),… Continue reading LICO Advances Toward Hydrometallurgy Phase with Rs 400 Crore Downstream Investment Plan
VinFast to Invest ₹4,000 Cr in Tamil Nadu for E-Bus, Two-Wheeler Production
VinFast has announced plans to significantly expand its manufacturing presence in Tamil Nadu through a new Memorandum of Understanding with the state government. The agreement will allocate approximately 200 hectares of additional land adjacent to the company’s existing facility in the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi. The expansion represents the second phase of VinFast’s USD… Continue reading VinFast to Invest ₹4,000 Cr in Tamil Nadu for E-Bus, Two-Wheeler Production
SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) concluded its week-long 11th Safe Mobility Inter-School Road Safety Competition and Annual Teachers’ Meet on Wednesday, engaging over 2000 students from more than 500 schools across New Delhi. The event, held under SIAM’s ‘सुरक्षित सफर (Safe Journey)’ initiative with CSR support from Suzuki Motorcycle, also saw participation of… Continue reading SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
This edition highlights a mobility sector at a defining crossroads, where long-term competitiveness will be shaped by structural choices rather than short-term market signals. The issue captures how rising concerns over air quality, energy security and operating costs are accelerating the shift toward cleaner technologies, with electrification emerging as a central pillar of industry strategy.… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency
Jaguar Land Rover is piloting drone technology at its Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, cutting inspection times by up to 95% while improving workplace safety. The automotive manufacturer is using the Elios 3 drone by Flyability to inspect machinery and access hard-to-reach areas within the facility. The technology has reduced what was previously a… Continue reading JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency
Diesel Hits Six-Month High, Agricultural Segments Show Strength: Shriram Mobility
India’s logistics and mobility sectors demonstrated resilience in November 2025, with diesel consumption climbing to a six-month peak and agricultural vehicle segments posting strong gains despite a seasonal pullback in retail vehicle sales following the festive season. According to the latest Shriram Mobility Bulletin, diesel consumption increased 12% month-on-month and 4.7% year-on-year, marking the highest… Continue reading Diesel Hits Six-Month High, Agricultural Segments Show Strength: Shriram Mobility
Ultraviolette Secures $45 Million in Series E Funding from Zoho and Lingotto
Ultraviolette Automotive has announced securing $45 million in its ongoing Series E funding round, with investments from Indian technology company Zoho Corporation and European investment management firm Lingotto. The funding will support Ultraviolette’s expansion plans for its current product lineup, including the F77 and recently launched X-47 Crossover electric motorcycle, as well as future platforms… Continue reading Ultraviolette Secures $45 Million in Series E Funding from Zoho and Lingotto