According to a recent sector update by Motilal Oswal Financial Services, passenger vehicle (PV) dispatches in February 2025 are expected to grow approximately 2.5% year-over-year, despite retail sales likely posting a low single-digit decline compared to the same period last year. The brokerage firm’s latest report, published on February 27, highlights that PV retail sales… Continue reading Motilal Oswal Forecasts Modest Growth for February Passenger Vehicle Sales Despite Market Headwinds
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India Expands Critical Minerals Search to Zambia, Congo and Australia
India is actively exploring opportunities for critical minerals in Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Australia as part of its strategy to secure supply chains for its growing clean energy and technology sectors, according to a senior government official. These efforts aim to reduce India’s dependency on imports for key minerals essential to… Continue reading India Expands Critical Minerals Search to Zambia, Congo and Australia
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Now Offers 6 Airbags as Standard Across All Variants
In a significant move toward enhancing vehicle safety in India’s entry-level car segment, Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) announced today that its popular Alto K10 model will now come equipped with six airbags as standard across all variants. This makes the Alto K10 the first vehicle in its segment to offer this comprehensive safety feature… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Now Offers 6 Airbags as Standard Across All Variants
Gabriel India Appoints Prashanth SN as New Chief Technical Officer
Gabriel India Ltd, a leading automotive components manufacturer, today appointed Prashanth SN as the company’s new Chief Technical Officer (CTO), effective April 1, 2025. Prashanth SN brings 25 years of extensive experience in the automotive industry to Gabriel India. He currently serves as the Vice President of R&D at TVS Motor Company, a position he… Continue reading Gabriel India Appoints Prashanth SN as New Chief Technical Officer
Kia Launches its First Modular Electric Van PV5
Kia Corporation unveiled its new PV5 at the 2025 Kia EV Day in Tarragona, Spain on February 28, 2025. The mid-sized Car Derived Van (CDV) is the first production model in Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) global business strategy, designed to redefine space and mobility through innovative modular architecture that provides flexible usage options for… Continue reading Kia Launches its First Modular Electric Van PV5
Kia Expands Electric Lineup with New EV4 Sedan and Concept EV2
Kia Corporation unveiled its new EV4 and Concept EV2 models at the 2025 Kia EV Day event in Tarragona, Spain yesterday. The vehicles represent the latest additions to the company’s growing electric vehicle portfolio. The EV4, Kia’s first electric sedan and hatchback, will be available in both four-door sedan and five-door hatchback configurations. Designed to… Continue reading Kia Expands Electric Lineup with New EV4 Sedan and Concept EV2
Numeros Motors Launches New E-Scooter in Hyderabad at ₹1.12 Lakh
Numeros Motors unveiled its new multipurpose electric scooter, Diplos Max, in Hyderabad on Thursday. Priced at ₹1,12,199 (ex-showroom), the e-scooter marks the company’s entry into the personal mobility segment. The company claims to have conducted extensive testing covering 13.9 million kilometers across various geographical conditions in India before the launch. The Diplos platform features dual… Continue reading Numeros Motors Launches New E-Scooter in Hyderabad at ₹1.12 Lakh
Capgemini Research Shows Battery Industry Faces Dual Production and Innovation Challenges
The battery industry must simultaneously tackle production scale-up challenges while developing next-generation battery technologies, according to a new report released today by the Capgemini Research Institute. The report, titled “The battery revolution: Shaping tomorrow’s mobility and energy,” reveals that manufacturers face significant hurdles across the battery value chain despite growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs)… Continue reading Capgemini Research Shows Battery Industry Faces Dual Production and Innovation Challenges
Ola Electric Leads EV Two-Wheeler Market with 25,000 February Sales
Ola Electric sold over 25,000 electric two-wheelers in February 2025, securing a 28% market share and maintaining its position as the leading player in India’s electric two-wheeler segment. The company attributes its performance to its comprehensive S1 portfolio and extensive sales-and-service network spanning 4,000 stores across India. A company spokesperson noted increased demand from smaller… Continue reading Ola Electric Leads EV Two-Wheeler Market with 25,000 February Sales
Royal Enfield Expands Parts Network with New Western India Warehouse
Royal Enfield has opened a new spare parts warehouse in Bhiwandi, Thane, aimed at improving service efficiency across western and central India. The 50,000-square-foot facility will stock more than 3,500 different parts to serve over 310 channel partners across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Goa. The strategic location, approximately 45 kilometers from Mumbai Airport, is… Continue reading Royal Enfield Expands Parts Network with New Western India Warehouse