In a sharp critique of emerging state-level incentives for hybrid vehicles, Managing Director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Shailesh Chandra has warned that such policies could undercut India’s push toward electric mobility. He argued that tax breaks for hybrids are distorting the market and slowing down the adoption of electric… Continue reading Hybrid Tax Benefits Are Slowing India’s EV Growth, Says Tata Motors’ Shailesh Chandra
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JLR to Begin CKD Operations at Ranipet Plant in Early 2026, Confirms Tata Motors
Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is set to commence Completely Knocked Down (CKD) operations at its upcoming facility in Ranipet, Tamil Nadu, from early 2026. The project marks a key step in expanding JLR’s local manufacturing footprint in India, with the initial focus on assembling the Range Rover Evoque and Velar models, said sources,… Continue reading JLR to Begin CKD Operations at Ranipet Plant in Early 2026, Confirms Tata Motors
Hyundai Launches Nationwide Monsoon Service Camp from June 25 to July 20
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced a nationwide Monsoon Service Camp to be held from June 25 to July 20, 2025, across all its service workshops in India. The initiative is designed to promote preventive maintenance and ensure vehicle preparedness during the monsoon season. The camp includes a 70-point vehicle health check-up covering brakes,… Continue reading Hyundai Launches Nationwide Monsoon Service Camp from June 25 to July 20
Ashok Leyland Plans 50+ New Dealerships in Northern India
Ashok Leyland announced plans to establish more than 50 new dealerships and service outlets in northern India this year, adding to its current network of 300 touch points across the region. The commercial vehicle manufacturer, which operates as the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, cited the region’s economic growth, infrastructure development, and increasing demand… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Plans 50+ New Dealerships in Northern India
Ashok Leyland Plans 50+ New Dealerships in Northern India
Ashok Leyland announced plans to establish more than 50 new dealerships and service outlets in northern India this year, adding to its current network of 300 touch points across the region. The commercial vehicle manufacturer, which operates as the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, cited the region’s economic growth, infrastructure development, and increasing demand… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Plans 50+ New Dealerships in Northern India
Force Motors Partners with Zoho for Digital Transformation Initiative
Force Motors Limited has announced a partnership with Zoho Corporation to implement digital transformation systems across its dealer network. The collaboration, announced Tuesday, forms part of Project DigiForce, the company’s technology modernization program. Under the agreement, Zoho will deploy its Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Dealer Management System (DMS) platforms alongside 12 AI-powered applications across… Continue reading Force Motors Partners with Zoho for Digital Transformation Initiative
Force Motors Partners with Zoho for Digital Transformation Initiative
Force Motors Limited has announced a partnership with Zoho Corporation to implement digital transformation systems across its dealer network. The collaboration, announced Tuesday, forms part of Project DigiForce, the company’s technology modernization program. Under the agreement, Zoho will deploy its Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Dealer Management System (DMS) platforms alongside 12 AI-powered applications across… Continue reading Force Motors Partners with Zoho for Digital Transformation Initiative
Volvo Construction Equipment Sells Chinese Subsidiary SDLG for $700 Million
Volvo Construction Equipment has agreed to sell its majority stake in Chinese subsidiary SDLG to a fund controlled by the Lingong Group for SEK 8 billion ($700 million), the Swedish construction equipment manufacturer announced. The transaction will generate a positive impact of SEK 1 billion on operating income when completed. The sale involves Volvo CE’s… Continue reading Volvo Construction Equipment Sells Chinese Subsidiary SDLG for $700 Million
Volvo Construction Equipment Sells Chinese Subsidiary SDLG for $700 Million
Volvo Construction Equipment has agreed to sell its majority stake in Chinese subsidiary SDLG to a fund controlled by the Lingong Group for SEK 8 billion ($700 million), the Swedish construction equipment manufacturer announced. The transaction will generate a positive impact of SEK 1 billion on operating income when completed. The sale involves Volvo CE’s… Continue reading Volvo Construction Equipment Sells Chinese Subsidiary SDLG for $700 Million
India’s Two-Wheeler Market Shows Mixed Signals in May 2025 as ICRA Projects Steady Growth
India’s two-wheeler market displayed contrasting performance indicators in May 2025, with wholesale volumes remaining flat while retail sales demonstrated growth, according to data released by credit rating agency ICRA. The agency projects domestic two-wheeler sales will expand by 6-9% in the fiscal year 2026. Domestic wholesale volumes held steady at 1.58 million units in May… Continue reading India’s Two-Wheeler Market Shows Mixed Signals in May 2025 as ICRA Projects Steady Growth