Hyundai Motor India Limited has launched a new Wired to Wireless Adapter for its Alcazar SUV, allowing owners to use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly. The announcement was made in Gurugram on April 2, 2025. The adapter is designed to transform the in-car experience by enabling users to access mobile applications through the vehicle’s… Continue reading Hyundai Alcazar Now Offers Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
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“Diesel Will Continue to Rule the Roost”: Tata Motors’ Rajendra Petkar on the Future of Powertrains
Despite the global buzz around electrification and hydrogen, diesel isn’t going anywhere—at least not anytime soon, says Rajendra Petkar, President and Chief Technology Officer of Tata Motors – Commercial Vehicles. Speaking at the Autocar Professional Future Powertrain Conclave in Chennai, Petkar was unambiguous in his assertion:“Diesel will continue to rule the roost… because that’s the… Continue reading “Diesel Will Continue to Rule the Roost”: Tata Motors’ Rajendra Petkar on the Future of Powertrains
Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
Apollo Tyres Ltd has appointed Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO), effective today. The appointment, approved by the Board of Directors through a Circular Resolution, follows a recommendation from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee. In a regulatory filing to the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Ltd, Apollo Tyres informed that… Continue reading Apollo Tyres Names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Chief Manufacturing Officer
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Optimizing Electric Vehicle Performance
India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in battery technology, smart energy management, and AI driven optimizations that make EVs more efficient, reliable, and accessible. The electric vehicle market size in India was valued at USD 8.49 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 40.7% from… Continue reading The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Optimizing Electric Vehicle Performance
Honda Cars India Total Sales Decline 14.7% in March
Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) sold 7,228 units domestically and exported 4,656 units in March 2025, contributing to the company’s total sales of 126,151 units for the fiscal year 2024-25. In comparison, Honda recorded domestic sales of 7,071 units and exports of 6,860 units in March 2024, reflecting a 14.7% decline in overall March sales. The… Continue reading Honda Cars India Total Sales Decline 14.7% in March
One-in-Three Maruti Vehicles Sold in FY25 Ran on CNG
Cars running on CNG are gaining significant traction in India, with one in every three Maruti Suzuki cars sold during the year ended March supporting this fuel. A variety of factors, such as a lower cost of ownership, expanding CNG refuelling infrastructure and a wider range of models, are behind the rising popularity of this… Continue reading One-in-Three Maruti Vehicles Sold in FY25 Ran on CNG
Hyundai Motor India sells 598,666 vehicles in FY2025, Creta sells 194,871 units
Hyundai Motor India, the second-ranked passenger vehicle manufacturer after Maruti Suzuki in volumes, has reported sales of 598,666 cars and SUVs in FY2025, down 3% year on year (FY2024: 614,717 units). FY2025 has been tough fiscal for Hyundai and, like Maruti Suzuki, has seen the consumer shift towards SUVs impact demand for its clutch of… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India sells 598,666 vehicles in FY2025, Creta sells 194,871 units
Debmalya Sen Appointed IESA President to Accelerate India’s Energy Storage Growth
The India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) appointed Debmalya Sen as its new President effective today. Sen brings extensive experience in conventional power, renewable energy, energy storage, and green hydrogen to lead the organization’s efforts in accelerating clean energy adoption across India. Sen previously served as India Lead for Advanced Energy Solutions at the World Economic… Continue reading Debmalya Sen Appointed IESA President to Accelerate India’s Energy Storage Growth
US Auto Tariffs to Have Minimal Impact on Indian OEMs, Says Crisil
The Trump Administration’s recent decision to impose a 25% tariff on automobile and component imports, will have minimal impact on Indian original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and limited effect on the auto component sector, according to a Crisil report. Indian exports of passenger vehicles (PVs) and commercial vehicles (CVs) to the US account for a… Continue reading US Auto Tariffs to Have Minimal Impact on Indian OEMs, Says Crisil
Hyundai Maintains Second Position in Indian Passenger Vehicle Market for FY 24-25
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has maintained its position as the second-largest passenger vehicle manufacturer in India for the financial year 2024-25, recording total sales of 7,62,052 units, the company announced. The total includes domestic sales of 5,98,666 units and exports of 1,63,386 units, reinforcing HMIL’s status as India’s largest passenger vehicle exporter cumulatively. The… Continue reading Hyundai Maintains Second Position in Indian Passenger Vehicle Market for FY 24-25