OEM-Vendor Tensions: Finding Common Ground for Collaboration

The relationship between auto Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and their Tier-1 vendors is fraught with conflict. Despite being interdependent, the relation suffers from frequent mistrust, and this overshadows collaboration. To resolve this conflict and arrive at a win-win solution, it is important to understand the root cause of this strained relation. The Vendor’s PredicamentTier-1 vendors,… Continue reading OEM-Vendor Tensions: Finding Common Ground for Collaboration

TVS Raider Deadpool, Wolverine editions launched

TVS has launched the Radier Deadpool and Wolverine editions with prices starting from Rs 99,465 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Both models are part of the TVS Raider Super Squad Edition and are inspired by Marvel’s iconic characters. These special edition models get new decals that help the 125cc motorcycle stand out from its rivals. As far as… Continue reading TVS Raider Deadpool, Wolverine editions launched

TVS Raider Deadpool, Wolverine editions launched

TVS has launched the Radier Deadpool and Wolverine editions with prices starting from Rs 99,465 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Both models are part of the TVS Raider Super Squad Edition and are inspired by Marvel’s iconic characters. These special edition models get new decals that help the 125cc motorcycle stand out from its rivals. As far as… Continue reading TVS Raider Deadpool, Wolverine editions launched

Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd Completes Divestment of Vision Motors Private Limited

Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd (PVSL) has announced the completion of the divestment of its step-down subsidiary, Vision Motors Private Limited (VMPL), effective August 25, 2025. In a regulatory filing made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company confirmed that the sale of 100% of the… Continue reading Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd Completes Divestment of Vision Motors Private Limited

Piaggio Vehicles, Hinduja Leyland announce Finance partnership

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL) has announced a retail finance partnership with Hinduja Leyland Finance (HLF). The collaboration aims to streamline vehicle financing and accelerate ownership of Piaggio’s range of three-wheelers, including both Electric and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) models, across the country. The agreement was signed between Mr. Diego Graffi, Chairman and Managing Director,… Continue reading Piaggio Vehicles, Hinduja Leyland announce Finance partnership

Suzuki to invest Rs 70,000 crore in India by 2031: Toshihiro Suzuki

Japanese auto maker Suzuki Motors Corporation will invest Rs 70,000 crore in its largest market – India – over the next 5–6 years. The investment plan comes as Suzuki has chosen India as a hub for global EV production. “Suzuki will invest over 70 thousand crore rupees in India over the next 5 to 6… Continue reading Suzuki to invest Rs 70,000 crore in India by 2031: Toshihiro Suzuki

Kinetic Green Partners with IIFL Samasta Finance to Expand EV Access Across India

Electric vehicle manufacturer Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with IIFL Samasta Finance Limited to provide financing solutions for electric two and three-wheelers across urban and rural markets in India. The partnership, announced on Monday, aims to make electric vehicles more accessible through organized financing options. IIFL… Continue reading Kinetic Green Partners with IIFL Samasta Finance to Expand EV Access Across India

Shakti Upadhyay Resigns as Head of Marketing & PR at Kia India

Shakti Upadhyay has resigned as Head of Marketing & PR at Kia India, where he had been associated since 2018. Upadhyay initially joined the automaker as General Manager of Marketing and PR, later moving up to lead the function in April 2023. In this capacity, he was responsible for handling Kia’s overall marketing and communication… Continue reading Shakti Upadhyay Resigns as Head of Marketing & PR at Kia India

Suzuki to invest Rs 70,000 crore in India by 2031: Toshihiro Suzuki

Japanese auto maker Suzuki Motors Corporation will invest Rs 70,000 crore in its largest market – India – over the next 5-6 years. The investment plan comes as the Suzuki has choosen India as a hub for global EV production. “Suzuki will invest over 70 thousand crore rupees in India, over the next 5 to… Continue reading Suzuki to invest Rs 70,000 crore in India by 2031: Toshihiro Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki starts production of eVitara from Gujarat plant

India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, on Tuesday kicked off the production of its first electric vehicle — the eVitara — at its Hansalpur facility in Gujarat. The production launch was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The eVitara, unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo last year, is the first of four battery electric… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki starts production of eVitara from Gujarat plant