Global component firm ZF seeks India partners

German Tier I component and tech solutions specialist, ZF, is revamping its global supply business model to enhance its focus on India. This includes prioritising localisation efforts, which indicates a desire for more made-in-India components than relying solely on imports. With this, ZF aims to reduce costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and cater better to… Continue reading Global component firm ZF seeks India partners

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

The ever-growing market shift towards high-riding vehicles in the past few years has resulted in almost all major manufacturers introducing affordable, entry-level SUVs in India. In 2024, the sub-Rs 10 lakh space is crowded with tons of SUV offerings to choose from, which leaves the buyer spoilt for choice. On that note, here’s a list… Continue reading Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

The ever-growing market shift towards high-riding vehicles in the past few years has resulted in almost all major manufacturers introducing affordable, entry-level SUVs in India. In 2024, the sub-Rs 10 lakh space is crowded with tons of SUV offerings to choose from, which leaves the buyer spoilt for choice. On that note, here’s a list… Continue reading Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

Volkswagen ID 3 GTX performance hatch unveiled

The Volkswagen ID 3 GTX has been revealed as a performance derivative of the ID 3 hatchback. Its a long-awaited EV alternative to the popular Golf GTI, and has been on the cards since the electric hatchback was revealed in 2019. VW ID 3 GTX powertrain, battery range The ID 3 GTX gets Volkswagen’s latest APP550… Continue reading Volkswagen ID 3 GTX performance hatch unveiled

Bharat Forge to raise Rs 500 crore through NCDs, term loan

Auto component maker Bharat Forge is planning to raise an amount of up to Rs 500 crore through a term loan and by issuing non-convertible debentures (NCDs).   The company plans to secure an unsecured term loan of up to Rs. 375 crore, while it plans to raise Rs 125 crore by issuing rated, listed, unsecured,… Continue reading Bharat Forge to raise Rs 500 crore through NCDs, term loan

‘Electrifying’ India’s EV manufacturing plans: Why the Govt’s new EV policy offers a level playing field

The government of India has finally announced the much-awaited new electric vehicle policy. A scheme that was known in the industry circle as a Tesla policy – in all fairness – a very well-balanced one, that may put India on the global EV manufacturing map yet again.  This move may facilitate the likes of Tesla… Continue reading ‘Electrifying’ India’s EV manufacturing plans: Why the Govt’s new EV policy offers a level playing field