China’s export controls on rare earth elements continue to pose challenges for global supply chains, with seven of the 17 rare earth materials currently under export restrictions, according to analysis from Elara Securities. While material flows have resumed following Geneva talks, Beijing maintains control over dual-use materials that have defense applications. The export approval process… Continue reading China’s Rare Earth Export Controls Create Global Supply Chain Challenges
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First BYD EV rolls off the line at new plant in Brazil
BYD, the Chinese all-electric vehicle manufacturer and the global EV market leader, has kicked off local production in the key Latin American market of Brazil. On July 2, the company held the start-of-production ceremony for the first BYD Dolphin Mini (Seagull in China or Dolphin Surf in Europe) manufactured in Brazil. The all-electric Dolphin Mini… Continue reading First BYD EV rolls off the line at new plant in Brazil
First BYD EV rolls off the line at new plant in Brazil
BYD, the Chinese all-electric vehicle manufacturer and the global EV market leader, has kicked off local production in the key Latin American market of Brazil. On July 2, the company held the start-of-production ceremony for the first BYD Dolphin Mini (Seagull in China or Dolphin Surf in Europe) manufactured in Brazil. The all-electric Dolphin Mini… Continue reading First BYD EV rolls off the line at new plant in Brazil
Toyota Hyryder sells over 7,000 units for two straight months, surpasses 150,000 sales
At the end of May 2025, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, which scores high on fuel efficiency with its strong-hybrid petrol engine, needed another 5,644 units to drive past the cumulative 150,000 sales mark in the domestic market. With estimated wholesales of 7,462 units in June, which is the second month in a row of… Continue reading Toyota Hyryder sells over 7,000 units for two straight months, surpasses 150,000 sales
Opinion: Road safety in India comes at a cost
A new government rule passed in the last few days that says all new two-wheelers will need to have ABS in India, not just the ones above 125cc. Reportedly, two BIS-certified helmets must be provided with every two-wheeler sold. This is the latest addition to a salvo of various emissions, safety and taxation laws that… Continue reading Opinion: Road safety in India comes at a cost
Ashok Leyland’s Mix of Strategy and Sustainability Ashok Leyland Aligns Sustainability Goals With Business Operations
In an era where global commercial vehicle makers are being pushed to cut emissions and attract capital aligned with sustainability, Ashok Leyland is responding with a strategy that tightly integrates environmental goals with financial and operational priorities. The flagship company of the Hinduja Group is no longer treating sustainability as a sidecar to its business.… Continue reading Ashok Leyland’s Mix of Strategy and Sustainability Ashok Leyland Aligns Sustainability Goals With Business Operations
New Players Reshape India’s Electric CV Ecosystem The Evolution of India’s e-CV Landscape
India’s electric commercial vehicle (CV) sector is entering a new phase of competition as traditional dominance gives way to a more fragmented landscape thanks to the entry of new players. Tata Motors, the undisputed leader in this niche but growing category, saw its market share tumble from 65.91% in FY24 to 48.46% in FY25, according… Continue reading New Players Reshape India’s Electric CV Ecosystem The Evolution of India’s e-CV Landscape
Volkswagen Group honours 10 outstanding suppliers, strengthens strategic collaboration
Earlier this month, Volkswagen AG welcomed around 120 key suppliers to the Autostadt in Wolfsburg for a Supplier Management Conference where it recognized a number of its global suppliers for outstanding performance and long-term collaboration within the supplier network over the past year. Before the ceremony, the event, held under the motto ‘Mission: Possible’, focused… Continue reading Volkswagen Group honours 10 outstanding suppliers, strengthens strategic collaboration
Volkswagen Group honours 10 outstanding suppliers, strengthens strategic collaboration
Earlier this month, Volkswagen AG welcomed around 120 key suppliers to the Autostadt in Wolfsburg for a Supplier Management Conference where it recognized a number of its global suppliers for outstanding performance and long-term collaboration within the supplier network over the past year. Before the ceremony, the event, held under the motto ‘Mission: Possible’, focused… Continue reading Volkswagen Group honours 10 outstanding suppliers, strengthens strategic collaboration
Hyundai Creta to Skoda Kylaq: Top 20 utility vehicles in Q1 FY2026
The surge in the utility vehicle (UV) industry, which comprises SUVs and MPVs continues unabated. Following FY2025, which saw the UV share of the passenger vehicle industry jump to 65% with a record 2.79 million units, the first three months of the new fiscal year 2026 are reflective of the same trend and continue to… Continue reading Hyundai Creta to Skoda Kylaq: Top 20 utility vehicles in Q1 FY2026