The automotive industry is at a critical point. For the past so many decades, dealerships have worked on a pre-existing model that has now become redundant. Consumer expectations have changed and they are now wanting a digital-first experience wherein the traditional players, who haven’t opted for newer strategies are failing. In between this transformation, AI… Continue reading Why Do Dealerships Need an AI Makeover Now?
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India Signs First Defence MoU with Slovakia Through JCBL Group
India and Slovakia have signed their first defence Memorandum of Understanding, with JCBL Group’s defence unit Airbornics Defence & Space Pvt. Ltd. (ADSL) set to co-develop technologies for next-generation combat vehicles under India’s indigenous manufacturing initiative. The agreement, finalized during Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Slovakia today, focuses on developing and manufacturing crucial… Continue reading India Signs First Defence MoU with Slovakia Through JCBL Group
Oben Electric Eyes Rs 428 Crore In Its Second Funding Round In 2025
Electric motorcycle manufacturer Oben Electric is expected to raise Rs 428 crore-Rs 513 crore in the series B funding round in 2025, a senior company official told Autocar Professional. Founded in 2020, Oben Electric operates a 3.5-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with an annual production capacity of 1 lakh units. The plant currently manufactures the… Continue reading Oben Electric Eyes Rs 428 Crore In Its Second Funding Round In 2025
Oben Electric Eyes Rs 428 Crore In Its Second Funding Round In 2025
Electric motorcycle manufacturer Oben Electric is expected to raise Rs 428 crore-Rs 513 crore in the series B funding round in 2025, a senior company official told Autocar Professional. Founded in 2020, Oben Electric operates a 3.5-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with an annual production capacity of 1 lakh units. The plant currently manufactures the… Continue reading Oben Electric Eyes Rs 428 Crore In Its Second Funding Round In 2025
Landmark Cars Reports 17.31% Year-on-Year Revenue Growth in Q4FY25
Landmark Cars Limited has announced a 17.31% year-on-year increase in consolidated total revenue from operations for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, reaching Rs. 1,525 crore compared to Rs. 1,300 crore in the same quarter last year. The automotive retailer released these figures in a business update filed with stock exchanges on April 15, 2025.… Continue reading Landmark Cars Reports 17.31% Year-on-Year Revenue Growth in Q4FY25
Honda sells 2,662 Activa e and QC1 electric scooters in two months
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) which, along with Suzuki Motorcycle India, are the latest legacy OEMs to enter the electric two-wheeler market, has clocked wholesales of 2,662 EVs. Deliveries of its two electric scooters commenced in March 2025. It’s early days yet for the two Honda electric scooters, which have been introduced only in … Continue reading Honda sells 2,662 Activa e and QC1 electric scooters in two months
Honda sells 2,662 Activa e and QC1 electric scooters in two months
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) which, along with Suzuki Motorcycle India, are the latest legacy OEMs to enter the electric two-wheeler market, has clocked wholesales of 2,662 EVs. Deliveries of its two electric scooters commenced in March 2025. It’s early days yet for the two Honda electric scooters, which have been introduced only in … Continue reading Honda sells 2,662 Activa e and QC1 electric scooters in two months
Trade Tensions, Structural Shifts in Auto Sector Cast Shadow Over 2025: Mahle CEO
German automotive components manufacturer Mahle is preparing for what its leadership has described as a “landmark year,” as the company contends with a challenging global business environment marked by economic headwinds, trade friction, and structural shifts in the mobility sector. According to Arnd Franz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Mahle, the business will remain… Continue reading Trade Tensions, Structural Shifts in Auto Sector Cast Shadow Over 2025: Mahle CEO
Oben Electric Explores New Facility in Manesar, Eyes $50 Million Before Pre-IPO
Electric motorcycle manufacturer Oben Electric is exploring a new facility in Manesar within the next couple of years and is expected to raise $50–60 million ahead of its planned initial public offering in 2028, a senior company official told Autocar Professional. Founded in 2020, Oben Electric operates a 3.5-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with an… Continue reading Oben Electric Explores New Facility in Manesar, Eyes $50 Million Before Pre-IPO
Castrol India returns as Title Sponsor of The Valley Run – Summer 2025
Castrol India Limited has announced its return as the title sponsor for The Valley Run – Summer 2025, a prominent drag-racing event scheduled to take place at the Aamby Valley Airstrip from 11 to 13 April. This marks Castrol’s continued involvement with the festival after sponsoring the winter edition in 2024. Now in its 14th… Continue reading Castrol India returns as Title Sponsor of The Valley Run – Summer 2025