Tesla’s challenging year in European markets persisted through August, with the electric vehicle manufacturer recording significant registration declines across several key territories despite overall automotive market growth in the region. According to market data released Monday, Tesla registrations plummeted 47.3% in France during August compared to the same period in 2024, even as the broader… Continue reading Tesla European Sales Decline Continues Amid Intensifying EV Competition – Reuters
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BNP Paribas Reports Mixed August Performance for Indian Auto Sector
The Indian automotive sector displayed contrasting trends in August 2025, with two-wheeler manufacturers posting strong growth while passenger vehicle sales declined, according to a new report from BNP Paribas Securities India. The report, authored by research analyst Kumar Rakesh, indicates that domestic passenger vehicle wholesale volumes fell approximately 8% year-on-year in August, with most original… Continue reading BNP Paribas Reports Mixed August Performance for Indian Auto Sector
India Proposes Higher Taxes on Luxury Electric Vehicles – Reuters
An Indian tax panel has recommended significant increases in consumer taxes on luxury electric vehicles priced above $46,000, according to a government document reviewed by Reuters, a proposal that could affect sales for international automakers including Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and BYD. The recommendation comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi pursues tax system reforms while promoting… Continue reading India Proposes Higher Taxes on Luxury Electric Vehicles – Reuters
Landmark Cars Opens Fourth Mahindra Showroom in Hyderabad
Landmark Cars Limited, a premium automotive retail network, has signed an agreement with Mahindra & Mahindra to open a new showroom in Serilingampally, Hyderabad, marking the company’s fourth Mahindra dealership in the city and expanding its total Hyderabad outlets to 10 across 138 nationwide locations. The dealership will be established through Landmark Mobility Private Ltd,… Continue reading Landmark Cars Opens Fourth Mahindra Showroom in Hyderabad
Tesla Model Y India deliveries to commence this month
Tesla has gathered 600 bookings of the Model Y in India since sales commenced in mid-July. The first batch of cars, shipped from the company’s Shanghai factory, is scheduled to arrive in early September, with deliveries initially limited to Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, and Gurugram according to Bloomberg. According to people familiar with the matter, Tesla… Continue reading Tesla Model Y India deliveries to commence this month
Volkswagen Group Consolidates Indian Tech Operations Under Single Entity
Volkswagen Group announced the consolidation of its Indian technology operations under the newly renamed “Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions [India]” on September 2, 2025. The strategic move brings together the company’s diverse tech teams under a single organizational structure, marking a significant step in the automaker’s global digitalization strategy. The consolidation affects over 3,800 technology professionals… Continue reading Volkswagen Group Consolidates Indian Tech Operations Under Single Entity
LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus, a New Delhi-based intercity electric bus operator, has secured USD 4.1 million in funding from Enetra India Private Limited, backed by Singapore’s Impact Capital Asia Management (ICAM), to expand its electric bus fleet from 10 to over 100 vehicles across North, East, and South Indian corridors within 18-24 months. The company currently operates India’s… Continue reading LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
LeafyBus, a New Delhi-based intercity electric bus operator, has secured USD 4.1 million in funding from Enetra India Private Limited, backed by Singapore’s Impact Capital Asia Management (ICAM), to expand its electric bus fleet from 10 to over 100 vehicles across North, East, and South Indian corridors within 18-24 months. The company currently operates India’s… Continue reading LeafyBus Raises USD 4.1 Million to Scale Electric Bus Operations
Mercedes-Benz India Launches Dream Days Festive Campaign
Mercedes-Benz India launched its Dream Days festive campaign on September 2, 2025, offering customers innovative financial solutions and curated experiences through October 31. The luxury carmaker introduced the campaign to drive customer sentiment during the festive season with flexible payment options, trade-in benefits, and zero downpayment programs across its dealership network. The campaign targets luxury… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India Launches Dream Days Festive Campaign
Godrej Enterprises Group tooling unit receives three patents for manufacturing automation
Godrej Enterprises Group announced on Monday that its tooling business division has secured three patents focused on precision engineering and manufacturing automation, bringing the conglomerate’s total patent portfolio to 122. The patents cover smart die casting technology, railway coach and bogie automation systems, and advanced tooling solutions designed to improve manufacturing efficiency across industrial sectors.… Continue reading Godrej Enterprises Group tooling unit receives three patents for manufacturing automation