The introduction of Renault’s Kiger RXT(O) Turbo CVT at INR 9.99 lakh signals a bold bet by the French auto brand in India’s automotive transmission landscape, where automatic options have historically struggled to gain widespread acceptance compared to manual transmissions. The Indian market currently offers several automatic transmission technologies, each with distinct characteristics. Continuously Variable… Continue reading Can the Rs 9.99 lakh Renault Kiger RXT (O) Turbo CVT Reshape India’s Automatic Market?
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Renault Launches Kiger 2025 and Triber 2025 with Enhanced Features
Renault India has announced significant updates to its Kiger and Triber vehicle lines for 2025, focusing on enhanced accessibility and improved features across all variants. The automaker’s latest move demonstrates its commitment to the Indian market through strategic pricing and feature upgrades. The most notable introduction is the Kiger RXT(O) Turbo CVT, now positioned as… Continue reading Renault Launches Kiger 2025 and Triber 2025 with Enhanced Features
BYD Sealion 7 Launches in India at ₹48.9 Lakh, Performance Variant at ₹54.9 Lakh
BYD India has officially unveiled the pricing structure for its highly anticipated electric SUV, the Sealion 7, positioning it in the premium segment with the base Premium variant starting at Rs 48.9 lakh and the Performance variant at Rs 54.9 lakh (ex-showroom, including GST). This strategic pricing places the Sealion 7 in direct competition with… Continue reading BYD Sealion 7 Launches in India at ₹48.9 Lakh, Performance Variant at ₹54.9 Lakh
Folks Motor Expands into EV Retrofitment, Finance, and Asset Management
Automotive retrofitment company Folks Motor said it is expanding its operations into electric vehicle (EV) finance, asset management, and industrial infrastructure. The company, led by Founder and CEO Nikhil Anand Khurana, has developed EV retrofitment technology aimed at converting older petrol and diesel vehicles into electric ones. The firm is working on integrating a range… Continue reading Folks Motor Expands into EV Retrofitment, Finance, and Asset Management
Hyundai’s Pre-Owned Car Sales Grow by 5.8% in 2024, Driven by Certified Program Success
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) reported sales of 157,503 pre-owned cars through its Hyundai Promise program in 2024, marking a 5.8% increase from the previous year. The company’s certified pre-owned car segment contributed 35,553 units, representing 23% of total volume. The i20, CRETA, and GRAND i10 models accounted for 55% of certified pre-owned sales. In… Continue reading Hyundai’s Pre-Owned Car Sales Grow by 5.8% in 2024, Driven by Certified Program Success
Kinetic Engineering Appoints Vinayak Shevade as CFO Amid Rs 177 Crore Growth Push
Kinetic Engineering Limited (KEL) has appointed Vinayak Shevade as its Chief Financial Officer, effective February 17, 2025. Shevade, who brings over 30 years of financial management experience, will oversee the company’s financial operations and strategy implementation. The appointment comes as KEL embarks on a Rs 177 crore investment plan focused on working capital enhancement, manufacturing… Continue reading Kinetic Engineering Appoints Vinayak Shevade as CFO Amid Rs 177 Crore Growth Push
BYTES Raises Funding to Develop AI Safety System for Two-Wheelers
BYTES, a Bengaluru-based startup developing artificial intelligence-powered safety technology for two-wheelers, has secured funding from WTFund, an investment firm led by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath. The amount of funding was not disclosed. The company is creating an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) that uses computer vision and AI to detect potential hazards and provide real-time… Continue reading BYTES Raises Funding to Develop AI Safety System for Two-Wheelers
Anurag Mehrotra Appointed Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India
JSW MG Motor India has appointed Anurag Mehrotra as its Managing Director. He brings three decades of experience in sales, marketing, strategy, and business development within the automotive industry. His past roles include leadership positions at Tata Motors and Ford India. Based in Gurugram, he will focus on strategic growth and strengthening key brand pillars.… Continue reading Anurag Mehrotra Appointed Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India
Anurag Mehrotra Appointed Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India
JSW MG Motor India has appointed Anurag Mehrotra as its Managing Director. He brings three decades of experience in sales, marketing, strategy, and business development within the automotive industry. His past roles include leadership positions at Tata Motors and Ford India. Based in Gurugram, he will focus on strategic growth and strengthening key brand pillars.… Continue reading Anurag Mehrotra Appointed Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India
Eurogrip aims for price parity with ICE in low rolling resistance tyres
TVS Group company Eurogrip Tyres, which is a leading player in the two- and three-wheeler segments in India, envisions growing demand for high wear resistance and low rolling resistance (LRR) tyres in the future. With electric two-wheelers (e-2Ws) demanding higher wear resistance properties due to the high-torque nature of the e-motor drivetrain, Eurogrip is set to fulfil… Continue reading Eurogrip aims for price parity with ICE in low rolling resistance tyres