The demand for electric vehicle (EV) insurance in India has grown significantly over the past three years, with a 16-fold increase in policy purchases, according to data from Policybazaar. The surge reflects a rise in EV adoption and greater awareness of insurance coverage among consumers. The share of EV car insurance policies has expanded… Continue reading EV Insurance Demand Grows 16-Fold in Three Years, Driven by Urban Markets
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Bharat Mobility Auto Expo 2025: From The Eyes of a Researcher
The excitement of the holiday season, after a long tiring year of 2024, had just started to set in. With Christmas and New year around the corner and 2 weeks to approved leave in the bank, I had already started dreaming of taking on the road with my old (but not out) Café Racer. It… Continue reading Bharat Mobility Auto Expo 2025: From The Eyes of a Researcher
Mahindra to Increase SUV and Commercial Vehicle Prices by Up to 3% from April 2025
Mahindra & Mahindra has announced a price increase of up to 3% across its SUV and commercial vehicle range, effective April 2025. The company attributes the adjustment to rising input costs and higher commodity prices. The price hike will vary depending on the model and segment. Mahindra, a key player in India’s SUV and… Continue reading Mahindra to Increase SUV and Commercial Vehicle Prices by Up to 3% from April 2025
Continental India Recognised for Digitalisation and Manufacturing at ACMA Excellence Awards 2024
Continental India has been recognised at the 59th ACMA Excellence Awards, receiving a Gold award for “Excellence in Digitalisation” and a Certificate of Merit for “Excellence in Manufacturing” and “Excellence in Export.” The awards highlight achievements in manufacturing processes, digitalisation, sustainability, localisation, and exports within the automotive component supply chain. The event, organised by… Continue reading Continental India Recognised for Digitalisation and Manufacturing at ACMA Excellence Awards 2024
Transporting India: The Growing Need for Reforms in the Trucking Sector
India is experiencing historical growth — urbanisation, population increase, the rise of e-commerce, and increasing income levels have heightened the demand for goods and services. The road freight sector is expected to grow fourfold by 2050 to meet this rising demand. Currently the trucks transport more than 65% of India’s freight. The trucking industry provides… Continue reading Transporting India: The Growing Need for Reforms in the Trucking Sector
SML Isuzu Appoints Yasushi Nishikawa as New Managing Director & CEO
SML Isuzu Limited has announced key leadership changes following the resignation of its Managing Director and CEO, Junya Yamanishi. The company’s Board of Directors approved the transition in a meeting held on March 21, 2025. Yamanishi, who has served as Managing Director & CEO, will step down effective April 16, 2025, citing a change… Continue reading SML Isuzu Appoints Yasushi Nishikawa as New Managing Director & CEO
Govt Will Not Expand PLI Scheme Beyond 14 Pilot Sectors: Report
The Indian government will not expand the PLI Scheme beyond the 14 pilot sectors, two of the four government officials have informed Reuters. They also added that the production deadlines will not be extended, despite requests from several participating firms. Roughly 750 firms, including Foxconnv and Reliance Industries had signed up for the Production Linked Incentive… Continue reading Govt Will Not Expand PLI Scheme Beyond 14 Pilot Sectors: Report
Renault Unveils Redesigned Espace with Hybrid Powertrain and Tech Upgrades
Renault revealed the New Espace, featuring extensive styling updates, enhanced technology, and the brand’s efficient full hybrid powertrain. The vehicle maintains its spacious interior while offering new features focused on comfort and sustainability, Renault said. The New Espace has received significant exterior changes with more than one-third of its body components replaced, including the entire… Continue reading Renault Unveils Redesigned Espace with Hybrid Powertrain and Tech Upgrades
Ola Electric Alleges ‘Orchestrated Smear Campaign’ Against the Company
Ola Electric has accused certain media outlets and vested interests of orchestrating a smear campaign against the company and denied that the company was embroiled in any legal or regulatory proceedings related to the difference between its reported February sales and the number of registrations on the Vahan portal. It, however, acknowledged that the central… Continue reading Ola Electric Alleges ‘Orchestrated Smear Campaign’ Against the Company
Kinetic Green Appoints Sudhanshu Agrawal to Lead Global Expansion
Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited has appointed Sudhanshu Agrawal as President of Mobility and International Business, the company announced today. Agrawal will oversee the company’s expansion into global markets and development of last-mile mobility solutions. Agrawal brings over two decades of automotive industry experience to Kinetic Green. He previously served as Chief Business… Continue reading Kinetic Green Appoints Sudhanshu Agrawal to Lead Global Expansion