India’s electric vehicle (EV) market experienced a modest improvement in penetration across key vehicle segments in July 2025, according to a monthly sector update by BNP Paribas Securities India. While overall electrification trends remain subdued, the data reveals notable shifts in market share among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and regional variations in adoption rates. The… Continue reading BNP Paribas: India’s EV Penetration Rises Marginally in July 2025 Amid Shifting OEM Dynamics
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Castrol India Reports 7% Revenue Growth in Q2 2025
Castrol India Limited has announced its financial results for the second quarter (April–June) and first half (January–June) of 2025, reporting continued growth across key financial parameters. For the second quarter, the company recorded a 7% year-on-year increase in revenue from operations, reaching ₹1,497 crore. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose by 8%… Continue reading Castrol India Reports 7% Revenue Growth in Q2 2025
JLR Expands Retail Footprint in India with New Luxury Showrooms, Including Hyderabad Boutique
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India has launched a new boutique showroom in Hyderabad, dedicated exclusively to the Range Rover and Defender vehicle lines. Located on Road No. 12 in Banjara Hills, the facility marks a key development in JLR’s ongoing expansion and retail strategy in the Indian market. The new outlet, operated in partnership with… Continue reading JLR Expands Retail Footprint in India with New Luxury Showrooms, Including Hyderabad Boutique
Sumeet Bhowmick Appointed CHRO of Padmini VNA Mechatronics
Padmini VNA Mechatronics Limited, a prominent player in India’s automotive components sector, has announced the appointment of Sumeet Bhowmick as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Bhowmick brings over 20 years of experience in human resource management, with a focus on integrating HR strategies with organizational goals, particularly within the manufacturing industry. His professional… Continue reading Sumeet Bhowmick Appointed CHRO of Padmini VNA Mechatronics
Toyota Innova Completes 20 Years in India, Surpasses 12 Lakh Sales Milestone
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has marked two decades of the Toyota Innova’s presence in the Indian market, a milestone that underscores the vehicle’s sustained popularity and strong market position. Over the past 20 years, cumulative sales of the Innova, Innova Crysta, and Innova HyCross have exceeded 1.2 million units, establishing the model as one of… Continue reading Toyota Innova Completes 20 Years in India, Surpasses 12 Lakh Sales Milestone
RAKEZ and Rana Group Announce Partnership for Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has announced a strategic partnership with India-based Rana Group to develop the Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub in Ras Al Khaimah. The project, which will be operated through Rana Group’s EV-focused subsidiary, Erisha E Mobility, is expected to support industrial growth and technological advancement in the region, with potential expansion… Continue reading RAKEZ and Rana Group Announce Partnership for Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub in Ras Al Khaimah
Force Motors Launches iPulse – An AI-Powered Platform for Fleet Intelligence and Predictive Diagnostics
Force Motors Limited, one of India’s leading automotive manufacturers and the country’s largest van producer, has launched Force iPulse, a connected vehicle platform designed to enhance fleet management through artificial intelligence (AI) and predictive diagnostics. The platform, developed in collaboration with Intangles, a global provider of AI-driven predictive analytics, is intended to improve operational efficiency,… Continue reading Force Motors Launches iPulse – An AI-Powered Platform for Fleet Intelligence and Predictive Diagnostics
Suzuki Avenis Launched in New Dual-Tone Shade at ₹91,400
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the Indian two-wheeler arm of Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation, has introduced a new dual-tone colour option for its 125cc scooter, the Avenis. The newly launched variant features a Metallic Matte Platinum Silver No. 2 and Glass Sparkle Black combination, aimed at enhancing the scooter’s visual appeal with a sportier… Continue reading Suzuki Avenis Launched in New Dual-Tone Shade at ₹91,400
Evera Appoints New CFO and Chief Growth Officer
Evera, an electric vehicle mobility platform operating in India, has appointed two senior executives to lead its financial and growth operations. The company named Tarun Nanda as Chief Financial Officer and Samarth Wadhera as Chief Growth Officer, effective July 2025. Nanda brings 18 years of experience in corporate finance and investor relations to his role.… Continue reading Evera Appoints New CFO and Chief Growth Officer
Mobile Training Program Reaches 300+ Engineering Students Across Four Indian Institutes
The Automotive Skills Development Council and VE Commercial Vehicles trained over 300 engineering students through a mobile laboratory program that visited four technical institutes in July. The initiative brought automotive technology training directly to campuses using a specialized van equipped with diagnostic tools and vehicle components. Students at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology in… Continue reading Mobile Training Program Reaches 300+ Engineering Students Across Four Indian Institutes