Skoda Ready to Go Solo for India EV Business as Partner Search Stalls

Skoda, the Czech carmaker, may finally be ready to throw in the towel as far as its search for a manufacturing partner for its Indian EV venture is concerned, going by the latest news reports.  The company is ready to go it alone and establish EV manufacturing operations in India if it continues to find… Continue reading Skoda Ready to Go Solo for India EV Business as Partner Search Stalls

‘We expect the EV market to grow further’: Jyoti Malhotra

With EVs comprising a fourth of its sales volumes in India in CY2024, Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo bets big on the luxury electric vehicle market’s growth potential in the coming years. Volvo will launch the locally-assembled EX30 compact SUV in India by end-2025. Volvo Cars India recently launched the latest version of its flagship SUV… Continue reading ‘We expect the EV market to grow further’: Jyoti Malhotra

Mercedes-Benz Unveils New CLA in Rome, Claims Most Efficient Model Ever

Mercedes-Benz launched its new CLA model at Villa Miani in Rome on March 13. The new model, which the company described as “the most efficient and intelligent Mercedes” ever produced, is set to debut in India in early Q1 26. The new CLA operates on the proprietary AI-enhanced Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), which the company… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Unveils New CLA in Rome, Claims Most Efficient Model Ever

TVS Apache rules 150-200cc segment, clocks 400,000 sales after six years in FY2025

TVS Motor Co is having a strong FY2025 and its cumulative 11-month two-wheeler wholesales comprising scooters, motorcycles and mopeds at 3.22 million units (32,21,603) are up 11% YoY (April 2023- February 2024: 28,96,518 units). While TVS scooter sales (1.65 million units) are up 24% YoY and account for a 51% share, motorcycles (1.10 million units)… Continue reading TVS Apache rules 150-200cc segment, clocks 400,000 sales after six years in FY2025

Holi Special: Car colours and what they reveal about your personality

Today is Holi, the festival of colours in India, which heralds the arrival of spring and marks the end of winter. It’s well known how colours play a key role in our lives, in the clothes we wear, in the choices we make and even the cars we drive. The colour of the car you… Continue reading Holi Special: Car colours and what they reveal about your personality

Holi Special: Car colours and what they reveal about your personality

Today is Holi, the festival of colours in India, which heralds the arrival of spring and marks the end of winter. It’s well known how colours play a key role in our lives, in the clothes we wear, in the choices we make and even the cars we drive. The colour of the car you… Continue reading Holi Special: Car colours and what they reveal about your personality

Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director

Tata Motors Ltd has appointed its former Managing Director and CEO, Guenter Butschek, as an independent director on its board for a five-year period, starting from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as Tata Motors moves forward with its strategic demerger, separating its commercial and passenger vehicle… Continue reading Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director

Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director

Tata Motors Ltd has appointed its former Managing Director and CEO, Guenter Butschek, as an independent director on its board for a five-year period, starting from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as Tata Motors moves forward with its strategic demerger, separating its commercial and passenger vehicle… Continue reading Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director

Amid Energy Transition Talk, India Liberalizes Oil Extraction and Production Norms

Even as the country actively seeks to wean itself off its addiction to imported fossil fuels, the government has moved to make the local extraction and production of petroleum products easier for companies. The Lower house of parliament passed the Oilfield (Regulatory and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, which aims to simplify regulations, attract investments, and… Continue reading Amid Energy Transition Talk, India Liberalizes Oil Extraction and Production Norms

Shivam Autotech Secures Rs 40 Crore Corporate Term Loan

Shivam Autotech, a part of the automotive component manufacturing sector, supplies precision components to various vehicle manufacturers. Shivam Autotech Limited has approved a corporate term loan of Rs 40 crore aimed at part-refinancing existing debt and enhancing working capital requirements, according to a regulatory filing submitted to stock exchanges today. Shivam Autotech, a part of… Continue reading Shivam Autotech Secures Rs 40 Crore Corporate Term Loan