“There is no simple answer… but it’s a daily work matter,” said Rajendra Petkar, President and Chief Technology Officer of Tata Motors – Commercial Vehicles, addressing a packed room at the Autocar Professional Future Powertrain Conclave, held in partnership with Guidance Tamil Nadu. In a landscape shaped by electrification, hydrogen, and ethanol, Petkar delivered a grounded… Continue reading The Practical Path to Net Zero – Tata Motors Rajendra Petkar’s view on Powertrains of Future
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“The Future Is Electrified—but Not Electric Alone”: Toyota’s Vikram Gulati on India’s Mobility Transition
India’s journey toward clean mobility is not about racing to catch up with the West—it’s about building a sustainable path that fits its own realities. While the Global North is pushing aggressively toward full electrification, India and much of the Global South are adopting a more balanced and pragmatic approach. According to Vikram Gulati, Country… Continue reading “The Future Is Electrified—but Not Electric Alone”: Toyota’s Vikram Gulati on India’s Mobility Transition
“India Would Be the Last Country Standing When It Comes to ICE”: Stellantis India MD Shailesh Hazela
As the global auto industry accelerates its shift to cleaner propulsion systems, India is carving out a distinct path—one where internal combustion engines (ICEs) will continue to play a long-term role. Speaking at the Future of Powertrains Conclave in Chennai, organised by Autocar Professional in partnership with Guidance Tamil Nadu, Shailesh Hazela, CEO & Managing… Continue reading “India Would Be the Last Country Standing When It Comes to ICE”: Stellantis India MD Shailesh Hazela
‘The Apple of EVs’ – Ather’s ‘Mass Premium’ Strategy
As Ather Energy approaches its long-anticipated initial public offering, the company is sticking to its bold — and contrarian — strategy: it has no plans to compete on price. Instead, it is doubling down on what CEO Tarun Mehta calls a “mass premium” positioning backed by product engineering, software innovation, and consumer experience. In an… Continue reading ‘The Apple of EVs’ – Ather’s ‘Mass Premium’ Strategy
Ather Bets on Mass Premium Strategy Ahead of IPO
As Ather Energy approaches its long-anticipated initial public offering, the company is sticking to its bold — and contrarian — strategy: it has no plans to compete on price. Instead, it is doubling down on what CEO Tarun Mehta calls a “mass premium” positioning backed by product engineering, software innovation, and consumer experience. In an… Continue reading Ather Bets on Mass Premium Strategy Ahead of IPO
Minda Corporation Approves Issuance of Warrants Worth ₹420.75 Crores to Promoter
Minda Corporation Limited, a leading automotive component manufacturer, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the issuance of up to 76,50,000 warrants at a price of ₹550 per warrant to Minda Capital Private Limited, a promoter of the company. The preferential allotment, which is subject to necessary regulatory and shareholders’ approvals, will raise… Continue reading Minda Corporation Approves Issuance of Warrants Worth ₹420.75 Crores to Promoter
ReiseMoto Expands Presence with Pune Store, Strengthening Retail Footprint Across Five Cities
ReiseMoto, a premium brand in two-wheeler tyres and motorcycle gear, has expanded its retail presence in India with the launch of a new store in Pune. This marks the brand’s fifth store after Mumbai, Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Chennai, bringing its total retail space to over 15,000 square feet. The Pune store, inaugurated on March… Continue reading ReiseMoto Expands Presence with Pune Store, Strengthening Retail Footprint Across Five Cities
SIAM Hosts 19th Styling & Design Conclave and 17th Automotive Design Challenge
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) successfully organized the 19th SIAM Styling & Design Conclave alongside the 17th Automotive Design Challenge (ADC). The event, themed “Innovating Today, Inspiring Tomorrow’s Mobility,” focused on the evolving landscape of vehicle styling and design. The conclave served as a platform for automobile designers, industry experts, and academicians… Continue reading SIAM Hosts 19th Styling & Design Conclave and 17th Automotive Design Challenge
Gadkari Calls for Bundling of Helmets with Scooters and Bikes
The Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari, urged that all two-wheelers sold in India must include two ISI-certified helmets to improve road safety across the country. Speaking at the Auto Summit in New Delhi, Gadkari emphasized the importance of such a move in light of India’s concerning road safety statistics, which show… Continue reading Gadkari Calls for Bundling of Helmets with Scooters and Bikes
DriveX Introduces AI-Powered Self-Inspection Tool for Two-Wheeler Sellers
DriveX has launched an AI-powered self-inspection tool, allowing pre-owned two-wheeler sellers to assess their vehicle’s value independently and receive a real-time price estimate. The new feature aims to simplify the resale process, which traditionally involved physical dealer inspections and inconsistent price quotations. DriveX’s AI tool combines visual inspection technology with market-algorithm-based valuation. Sellers can provide… Continue reading DriveX Introduces AI-Powered Self-Inspection Tool for Two-Wheeler Sellers