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ZF India to Quadruple Sourcing to ₹25,000 Crore, Eyes 2,000+ Suppliers

ZF India is set to sharply ramp up its sourcing footprint in the country, quadrupling the value of components procured from local suppliers to ₹25,000 crore in the coming years, up from the current ₹6,500 crore. The move underscores the German auto component giant’s increasing reliance on India as a global hub for both internal… Continue reading ZF India to Quadruple Sourcing to ₹25,000 Crore, Eyes 2,000+ Suppliers

India’s Auto Parts Industry Eyes China for Tech

India’s $80 billion auto component industry is actively recalibrating its global strategy, deepening ties with China for cutting-edge technologies amid shifting geopolitical dynamics. During its 65th annual session, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) underscored a dual focus: international collaboration and domestic innovation in response to an evolving global landscape. The recent thaw… Continue reading India’s Auto Parts Industry Eyes China for Tech

Force Motors Cuts Vehicle Prices Following GST Rate Reduction

Force Motors Limited announced Wednesday that it will reduce prices across its complete vehicle lineup following the government’s decision to cut GST rates from 28% to 18% on automobiles. The price cuts, ranging from Rs. 92,900 to Rs. 6.81 lakh depending on the model, will take effect on September 22, 2025. The Pune-based company, which… Continue reading Force Motors Cuts Vehicle Prices Following GST Rate Reduction

Kia India Offers Pre-GST Savings and Festive Benefits Worth Up to ₹2.25 Lakh

Kia India has launched a time-limited promotional campaign offering customers combined savings of up to ₹2.25 lakh on select vehicle models. The initiative, which includes both pre-GST benefits and festive offers, will remain active until September 22, 2025. The savings structure varies by geographic region, with customers in different states eligible for different benefit amounts.… Continue reading Kia India Offers Pre-GST Savings and Festive Benefits Worth Up to ₹2.25 Lakh

VIDEO: India’s Regulations Put Us on Par with the World – Shailesh Chandra

In this exclusive conversation, Shailesh Chandra, President of SIAM and MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Electric Vehicles shares his views on India’s automotive growth story, global aspirations, and the EV revolution. He explains why every company must go global to hedge risks, highlights South Africa as a key market, and notes how India’s… Continue reading VIDEO: India’s Regulations Put Us on Par with the World – Shailesh Chandra

Hero MotoCorp Calls for OEM-Supplier Unity to Withstand Geopolitical Shocks

Hero MotoCorp’s Acting CEO and CTO, Vikram Kasbekar, said on Friday that India’s automotive sector must build anti-fragile supply chains by focusing on collaboration, localization, and skill-building to withstand geopolitical shocks while simultaneously ensuring the affordability of electric two-wheelers. Speaking at the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association’s (ACMA) 65th Annual Session in New Delhi, Kasbekar acknowledged… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp Calls for OEM-Supplier Unity to Withstand Geopolitical Shocks

BMW Group India Announces Festive Season Offers with GST 2.0 Price Cuts

BMW Group India announced its Joy Days festive campaign on September 12, 2025, combining promotional offers with reduced ex-showroom prices following GST 2.0 reforms effective September 22. The German luxury automaker offers price cuts up to Rs 13.6 lakh across BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad model ranges, with customers accessing dual benefits from financial schemes… Continue reading BMW Group India Announces Festive Season Offers with GST 2.0 Price Cuts

BMW Group India Announces Festive Season Offers with GST 2.0 Price Cuts

EU Official Says Hope to Conclude India FTA by Year-End

A senior EU trade official said he hopes to finalize the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement by December 2025, positioning the auto component industry for significant gains as bilateral negotiations enter their decisive phase. Speaking at the 65th Annual Convention of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), European Commissioner for Trade and Economic… Continue reading EU Official Says Hope to Conclude India FTA by Year-End