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Ashok Leyland Opens EV Plant in Lucknow

Ashok Leyland inaugurated a new commercial vehicle manufacturing plant in Lucknow on January 9, 2026, marking the company’s entry into Uttar Pradesh’s clean mobility sector. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh, and Heavy Industries Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy inaugurated the facility at Sarojini Nagar Industrial area near Lucknow Airport. The 70-acre… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Opens EV Plant in Lucknow

Ashok Leyland Opens EV Plant in Lucknow

Murugappa’s TI Clean Mobility to Enter E‑Rickshaw Market, Investment Crosses ₹3,000 Cr

The Murugappa Group’s electric mobility arm, TI Clean Mobility, has invested nearly ₹3,000 crore in electric vehicles and plans to deploy more capital over the next two to three years as it scales up across multiple commercial EV segments. Speaking on the sidelines of a dealership inauguration, Arun Murugappan, Executive Chairman of TI Clean Mobility… Continue reading Murugappa’s TI Clean Mobility to Enter E‑Rickshaw Market, Investment Crosses ₹3,000 Cr

Murugappa’s TI Clean Mobility to Enter E‑Rickshaw Market, Investment Crosses ₹3,000 Cr

Can Suzuki’s e-ACCESS Finally Put Japan on India’s EV Map?

On January 9, 2025, Suzuki Motorcycle India announced the commencement of bookings for its first electric scooter—the e-ACCESS. Priced at Rs 1,88,490 (ex-showroom Delhi), this modest-looking electric scooter carries on its slim shoulders a rather immodest burden: reversing years of Japanese dormancy in India’s electric two-wheeler revolution. The announcement marks Suzuki’s global entry into electric… Continue reading Can Suzuki’s e-ACCESS Finally Put Japan on India’s EV Map?

Bharat Forge and Agile Robots Sign MoU for AI-Driven Industrial Automation

Bharat Forge Limited and Germany-based Agile Robots S.E. have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore strategic collaboration in AI-driven robotics and intelligent industrial automation. The partnership will focus on deploying solutions for the automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics industries in India and Southeast Asia. The collaboration is focused exclusively on civilian industry and manufacturing.… Continue reading Bharat Forge and Agile Robots Sign MoU for AI-Driven Industrial Automation

BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026

BMW Group India is gearing up for a pivotal 2026, with a 27‑product offensive that includes 10 new MINI models, aimed at delivering a sharp step‑up in sales and strengthening the British marque’s role in the company’s India strategy. MINI, according to Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, is set to be… Continue reading BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026

BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026

BMW Group India plans to launch its much-awaited all-new 450cc twin-cylinder motorcycle in the first half of 2026, as it looks to renew its attempt to make the luxury bikes more accessible to growing ranks of aspiring two-wheeler buyers after a modest attempt with the 310 cc bike. The 450 cc bike, along with new… Continue reading BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026

BNP Paribas Sees Auto Sector Entering New Upcycle; PVs to Outpace Two-Wheelers

India’s automobile sector is entering a new upcycle, with passenger vehicles expected to lead the recovery while two-wheelers see a more muted improvement, according to BNP Paribas. The financial services firm said recent GST reductions have emerged as a key catalyst after a prolonged period of weak demand, improving affordability and triggering a revival in… Continue reading BNP Paribas Sees Auto Sector Entering New Upcycle; PVs to Outpace Two-Wheelers

BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026

BMW Group India is emerging as one of the fastest-growing electric vehicle markets within the company’s global network, with EVs now accounting for 21% of its overall sales portfolio. The company delivered 3,753 BMW and MINI electric vehicles during the year, marking growth of over 200% year-on-year. “We moved from 8% to 21% penetration in… Continue reading BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026