Ducati has launched the Panigale V4 R superbike in India, bringing racing technology from the World Superbike Championship to the road. The motorcycle is priced at ₹84.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and is now available for bookings across Ducati dealerships nationwide. The first unit was delivered by Ducati Chennai on January 1, 2026, marking the arrival of… Continue reading Ducati Launches Panigale V4 R in India at ₹84.99 Lakh
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Maruti Suzuki Achieves Record Production of 22.55 Lakh Vehicles in 2025
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone, producing over 22.55 lakh vehicles in calendar year 2025, the highest annual production in the company’s history. This marks the second consecutive year that the automaker has surpassed the 20 lakh unit threshold. The production figures include vehicles manufactured for domestic sales, exports, and original… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Achieves Record Production of 22.55 Lakh Vehicles in 2025
BYD India Announces ₹50,000 Price Hike for SEALION 7 Premium Variant
BYD India, the domestic subsidiary of BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle manufacturer, has announced a price adjustment for its electric SUV lineup effective January 1, 2026. The company will implement a ₹50,000 increase on the BYD Sealion 7 Premium variant, while the Performance variant will maintain its current pricing. The announcement provides a… Continue reading BYD India Announces ₹50,000 Price Hike for SEALION 7 Premium Variant
Hyundai Motor India Expands Venue Lineup with New HX5+ Variant
Hyundai Motor India Limited has added a new HX5+ variant to the all-new Venue compact SUV range, expanding customer options in the segment. Announced today, the HX5+ variant features the Kappa 1.2L petrol engine with a 5-speed manual transmission and is priced at Rs 9,99,900 (ex-showroom). The variant includes roof rails, quad beam LED headlamps,… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India Expands Venue Lineup with New HX5+ Variant
Bhavna Panigrahi Named CHRO of SKF India’s Automotive Division
SKF India Ltd. (Automotive) has appointed Bhavna Panigrahi as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 1, 2026. In her new role, Panigrahi will oversee the company’s people and organizational strategy, including talent management, HR operations, industrial relations, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. She will collaborate with the leadership team to align HR initiatives with business… Continue reading Bhavna Panigrahi Named CHRO of SKF India’s Automotive Division
Electric Car and SUV Sales Hit Highest Level in CY2025: 176,500 Units
The Indian electric passenger vehicle segment, in tandem with the electric two- and three-wheeler segments, has registered its best-ever calendar year retails in CY2025. At 176,538 units, the year-on-year increase is a massive 77% (CY2024: 99,693 units). Proof of the growing demand for zero-emission cars, SUVs and MPVs in India is seen on Indian roads… Continue reading Electric Car and SUV Sales Hit Highest Level in CY2025: 176,500 Units
JK Tyre Achieves Silver Rating from EcoVadis, Ranks in Top 7% Globally
JK Tyre & Industries Limited has been awarded a Silver Rating by EcoVadis, placing the company in the 93rd percentile globally and among the top 7% of assessed companies across all industries. The rating evaluates companies on four key pillars: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. JK Tyre achieved an overall score… Continue reading JK Tyre Achieves Silver Rating from EcoVadis, Ranks in Top 7% Globally
Accelerating Battery Manufacturing Ecosystem in India
India’s energy future is increasingly reliant on advanced battery technologies, which are indispensable for powering electric vehicles (EVs) and facilitating the storage of renewable energy from burgeoning solar and wind sources. This national drive is fuelled by rapidly rising energy demand and a decisive governmental shift towards clean technologies. India has set ambitious targets, including… Continue reading Accelerating Battery Manufacturing Ecosystem in India
Maruti Suzuki CY2025 Sales Up 3% at 1.80 Million, Gst Cut Powers Growth in Last Quarter
Passenger vehicle market leader has entered CY2026 on a buoyant note, having wrapped up CY2025 with total wholesales of 1.80 million units (18,06,514 PVs) in the domestic market. This constitutes a 3% YoY increase, which makes for similar growth (CY2024: 1.75 million units, up 3% YoY). However, unlike CY2024, when UV sales, which comprised 40%… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki CY2025 Sales Up 3% at 1.80 Million, Gst Cut Powers Growth in Last Quarter
Bajaj Auto Reports 14% Growth in December 2025 Sales
Bajaj Auto Limited has released its sales figures for December 2025, showing a 14% year-on-year increase in total vehicle dispatches. The company sold 3,69,809 units in December 2025 compared to 3,23,125 units in the same month last year, according to data released by Executive Director Rakesh Sharma. The December performance was characterized by robust export… Continue reading Bajaj Auto Reports 14% Growth in December 2025 Sales