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Five Toyota Group companies to push the AI and software envelope

Aisin, Denso, Toyota Tsusho, Toyota Motor Corporation, and Woven by Toyota Inc have announced the launch of the Toyota Software Academy to strengthen AI and software-centered human resource development. As a complementary effort, Toyota is also launching the Global AI Accelerator (GAIA) to significantly expand investments in AI research and development, accelerating innovation. Through both… Continue reading Five Toyota Group companies to push the AI and software envelope

BYD outsells Tesla for the first time in Europe in April

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer and the world’s largest EV major BYD is going from strength to strength. In April 2025, BYD outsold Tesla in Europe for the first time, an achievement made even more remarkable when viewing PHEV and BEV volumes separately. According to JATO Dynamics’ data, BYD registered 7,231 BEVs in Europe last month,… Continue reading BYD outsells Tesla for the first time in Europe in April

BYD outsells Tesla for the first time in Europe in April

Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq capture 7% share of compact SUV market in January-April

If the utility vehicle market is the mover and shaker of the passenger vehicle market in India, then the compact SUV sub-segment is the UV segment’s key growth driver. Of the total 983,026 UVs sold in the first four months of CY2025, the compact SUV segment accounted for 488,803 units or exactly 50%, leaving the… Continue reading Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq capture 7% share of compact SUV market in January-April

Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq capture 7% share of compact SUV market in January-April

Honda Launches CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP in India

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched two motorcycles in its premium portfolio – the CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP. Bookings are now open for both models, with deliveries scheduled to begin in June 2025. Pricing and Availability The CB750 Hornet is priced at Rs. 8,59,500 while the CB1000 Hornet SP costs Rs.… Continue reading Honda Launches CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP in India

Honda’s Slow but Steady EV Play: Japanese Giant Watches India’s First-Gen E2W Battery Cycles Before Accelerating Push

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), a late entrant in the country’s electric two-wheeler (E2W) segment, is in no rush to flood the market with EVs. Instead, the Japanese giant is closely monitoring the ownership experiences of early adopters to shape its long-term electric strategy. With an eye on battery deterioration patterns, Honda intends to… Continue reading Honda’s Slow but Steady EV Play: Japanese Giant Watches India’s First-Gen E2W Battery Cycles Before Accelerating Push

See Margin Under Pressure in Q1 Due to Steel Price Spike: Ashok Leyland CEO

Ashok Leyland is bracing for short-term margin pressure in the first quarter of FY26 due to rising steel prices following the imposition of safeguard duties. However, the company remains optimistic that commodity volatility will ease by the second quarter, limiting the full-year impact on profitability. “We are looking at certain challenges as far as commodity… Continue reading See Margin Under Pressure in Q1 Due to Steel Price Spike: Ashok Leyland CEO

Ashok Leyland Targets Deeper LCV Play, Eyes 25% Market Share in Sub-3.5 Tonne Segment: CEO Agarwal

Ashok Leyland is gearing up for a significant expansion in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment, Managing Director & CEO Shenu Agarwal said on Thursday. The company aims to broaden its product portfolio and boost its market share. “We see a huge headroom in expanding our LCV business,” Agarwal said during a post-results briefing. “Currently,… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Targets Deeper LCV Play, Eyes 25% Market Share in Sub-3.5 Tonne Segment: CEO Agarwal