Volkswagen India, which launched the iconic Golf GTI Mk 8.5 on May 26, 2025 at an introductory price of Rs 52.99 lakh (ex-showroom), has registered wholesales of 138 units of the hot hatchback in June, its first full month of wholesales. The Golf GTI, which is the company’s second GTI model after the now-discontinued Polo… Continue reading Volkswagen India sells 138 Golf GTIs in June
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The Importance of Structured Training in Today’s Auto Service Industry
When Ujjwal Saini joined an apprenticeship program under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), he had some knowledge based on books and classroom instructions, but very little understanding of how the automobile industry actually functioned in the real world. “A student usually learns only through books,” he says, “but with apprenticeship, he learns the technical,… Continue reading The Importance of Structured Training in Today’s Auto Service Industry
How Indian Industry and Govt were Caught Unprepared by China’s Rare Earth Move
China’s tightened export regulations on rare-earth magnets have once again exposed the critical weakness in India’s automotive supply chain and policy planning. The Indian industry and policy establishment has been caught unprepared by the Chinese crackdown despite the fact that rare earth and critical minerals are the fundamental components for major applications ranging from electric… Continue reading How Indian Industry and Govt were Caught Unprepared by China’s Rare Earth Move
India Emerges as CNH’s Manufacturing Hub
In a strategic realignment within the global manufacturing landscape, agricultural and construction equipment giant CNH is increasingly positioning India, particularly its state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, as a central hub for worldwide exports, a move that distinctly contrasts with its more domestically focused production approach in China. This shift is driven by a confluence… Continue reading India Emerges as CNH’s Manufacturing Hub
TVS Motor to enter adventure tourer, electric bicycle markets this year
Building on its strong performance and expanded presence in the scooter and premium motorcycle segments, TVS Motor Company is strategically diversifying its portfolio. During the current financial year (FY26), the automaker is set to enter the adventure tourer segment in India, while it will launch its first electric bicycle and, notably, the highly anticipated debut… Continue reading TVS Motor to enter adventure tourer, electric bicycle markets this year
VinFast Opens First Indian Showroom in Surat Ahead of Manufacturing Launch
VinFast Auto India inaugurated its first showroom in Surat, Gujarat on July 27, 2025, marking the Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer’s entry into India’s retail market. The facility, located in Piplod and spanning 3,000 square feet, will display the company’s VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs. The showroom is operated by Chandan Car, an established… Continue reading VinFast Opens First Indian Showroom in Surat Ahead of Manufacturing Launch
TVS Motor to launch 4 new Norton models in UK, India, Europe this year
TVS Motor is preparing to launch four new models under the British luxury brand Norton Motorcycles in this financial year across the UK, India and key European markets, according to the company’s annual report. A flagship 1200cc four-cylinder superbike will be the first product in this lineup. “Norton Motorcycles will launch towards the end of… Continue reading TVS Motor to launch 4 new Norton models in UK, India, Europe this year
CII Northern Region Appoints Anjali Singh as Chairperson for 2025–26
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region has appointed Anjali Singh, Executive Chairperson of the ANAND Group, as its new Chairperson for the year 2025–26. Her appointment follows the passing of Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar, who had assumed the position earlier this year. In her new role, Singh will be responsible for… Continue reading CII Northern Region Appoints Anjali Singh as Chairperson for 2025–26
FADA Urges RBI for Reforms to Improve Ease of Doing Business in Auto Retail Sector
In a detailed representation, FADA highlights key regulatory, credit, and digital-payment issues impacting India’s auto dealerships and MSMEs, calling for RBI intervention to ensure equitable credit access and sustainable retail growth. The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has submitted a comprehensive representation to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), urging critical reforms to improve… Continue reading FADA Urges RBI for Reforms to Improve Ease of Doing Business in Auto Retail Sector
Copper: Driving the EV revolution
“The transition to clean energy is happening worldwide and it’s unstoppable,” articulated Fatih Birol, the International Energy Agency’s executive director recently. The IEA had projected that nearly half of the world’s electricity supply will come from renewable energy by 2030, driven by wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles (EV) that are critically dependent on… Continue reading Copper: Driving the EV revolution