Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), India’s leading automobile manufacturer, announced today the appointment of Sunil Kakkar as an Additional Director and Whole-time Director, designated as Director (Corporate Planning), effective April 1, 2025. The decision, approved by the company’s Board of Directors during a meeting held on March 26, 2025, marks a significant step in MSIL’s… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Appoints Sunil Kakkar as Whole-time Director
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Eicher Opens First Exclusive Dealership for Pro X Small Trucks in Mumbai
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), has inaugurated its first dedicated dealership for the newly launched Eicher Pro X small truck range. The dealership, operated by AV Motors and located in Bhindarpada-Thane, aims to provide an enhanced retail and service experience for commercial vehicle buyers. The facility is… Continue reading Eicher Opens First Exclusive Dealership for Pro X Small Trucks in Mumbai
Exicom and IONAGE Collaborate to Improve EV Charging Accessibility in India
Exicom, a leading manufacturer of EV charging and critical power solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with IONAGE, an EV charging software platform provider, to develop a unified and accessible EV charging ecosystem in India. The collaboration aims to enhance charger discoverability, accessibility, and management, addressing the growing demand for efficient EV charging infrastructure… Continue reading Exicom and IONAGE Collaborate to Improve EV Charging Accessibility in India
Nissan Motor India to Launch Two New Models in FY25
Nissan Motor India has announced plans to expand its product lineup with two new vehicles set to launch in the financial year 2025. The company will introduce a 5-seater compact SUV (C-SUV) and an all-new 7-seater B-segment multi-purpose vehicle (B-MPV) as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the Indian market. The… Continue reading Nissan Motor India to Launch Two New Models in FY25
Hindujas Pledge Rs 6,400 Crore Worth of Ashok Leyland Shares
The Hinduja Group, which controls several listed companies such as IndusInd Bank, NXTDIGITAL and Ashok Leyland, has pledged around 30 crore shares of Ashok Leyland, the group’s flaship company in India. The pledge was created through Hinduja Automotive Ltd, a UK-based holding company and a key part of the Hinduja Group, which serves as the… Continue reading Hindujas Pledge Rs 6,400 Crore Worth of Ashok Leyland Shares
India Auto Sector to Take Multi-fuel Pathway to Sustainability, Say Experts
The Indian auto sector will take a multi-fuel pathway in its transition to sustainable mobility instead of relying completely on electrification, industry players said at the Future Powertrain Conclave organised by Autocar Professional and Government of Tamil Nadu. Leaders from Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Ashok Leyland, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Stellantis India, and Montra Electric… Continue reading India Auto Sector to Take Multi-fuel Pathway to Sustainability, Say Experts
Kia Launches Updated EV6 in India at Rs 65.9 Lakh
Kia India has introduced the updated EV6 in the Indian market, priced at Rs 65.9 lakh (ex-showroom, pan India). The new model comes with design upgrades, improved safety features, and a larger battery, enhancing its appeal in the premium electric vehicle segment. The latest EV6 is equipped with an 84-kWh battery pack, offering a… Continue reading Kia Launches Updated EV6 in India at Rs 65.9 Lakh
Škoda Auto Launches Local Assembly Plant in Vietnam, Marking Strategic Expansion
In a significant move to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia, Škoda Auto has officially opened a new production facility in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province, signaling the automaker’s ambitious international growth strategy. The Czech automaker, part of the Volkswagen Group, began local assembly of the Kushaq SUV on March 26, 2025, with plans to start… Continue reading Škoda Auto Launches Local Assembly Plant in Vietnam, Marking Strategic Expansion
Maruti Suzuki Approves Third Plant at Kharkhoda, Investing ₹7,410 Crores
In a significant expansion of its manufacturing capabilities, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has approved the construction of a third plant at its Kharkhoda facility in Haryana. The announcement came following a board meeting, as the company aims to boost its production capacity to meet growing domestic and export demand. The new plant will have a… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Approves Third Plant at Kharkhoda, Investing ₹7,410 Crores
Ashok Leyland Denies Reports of Stake Acquisition in SML Isuzu
Ashok Leyland Limited, one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has categorically denied recent media reports suggesting that the company is nearing a deal to acquire a promoter’s stake in SML Isuzu, a Punjab-based truck and bus manufacturer. The speculation, which has been widely circulated across mainstream media outlets, claimed that Ashok Leyland was in… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Denies Reports of Stake Acquisition in SML Isuzu