Saharsh Damani, CEO of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), has called Mexico’s new 35-50% tariff on Indian automobiles a “serious challenge” as the country prepares to implement duties on imports from countries without free-trade agreements from January 1, 2026. “Industry and Government’s task is cut out as they need to swiftly activate their… Continue reading Mexico’s 50% Tariff Move Threatens India’s $1.9 Billion Auto Export Market
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Mahindra Opens Pre-Bookings for XUV 7XO Premium SUV on December 15
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has announced that pre-bookings for its upcoming premium SUV, the XUV 7XO, will open at 12:00 PM on December 15, 2025. The company, which describes itself as India’s leading SUV manufacturer, will accept advance reservations with a booking amount of Rs 21,000. The XUV 7XO, positioned as a premium offering in… Continue reading Mahindra Opens Pre-Bookings for XUV 7XO Premium SUV on December 15
Eastman Auto and Power Limited Files for IPO via Confidential Route
Eastman Auto and Power Limited (EAPL), an energy-transition and power-electronics company, has submitted its confidential Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), marking its intention to go public. The company, established in 2000 as part of the JRS Eastman Group, has developed into a diversified energy-solutions provider specializing… Continue reading Eastman Auto and Power Limited Files for IPO via Confidential Route
Naxion Energy Introduces Sodium-Ion Storage Systems in India
Naxion Energy, formerly known as Sodion Energy, has announced the commercial launch of sodium-ion-based energy storage systems manufactured at its Coimbatore facility. The company positions itself as India’s first dedicated sodium-ion battery manufacturer. The all-in-one energy platforms integrate battery, inverter, and solar MPPT components. Available in 3.5kW, 5kW, and 10kW configurations with expandable capacity, the… Continue reading Naxion Energy Introduces Sodium-Ion Storage Systems in India
Dr. Rahul Walawalkar Receives IEEE Hingorani Award for Energy Storage Contributions
Dr. Rahul Walawalkar, President of the NetZero Energy Transition Association (NETRA), has received the IEEE Power & Energy Society’s Hingorani Award for his contributions to energy storage solutions. The award was presented at the 11th International Conference on Power Systems at IIT Hyderabad, with Samir Chandra Saxena, Chairman and Managing Director of Grid Controller of… Continue reading Dr. Rahul Walawalkar Receives IEEE Hingorani Award for Energy Storage Contributions
Royal Enfield Unveils Custom Motorcycles at Japan Show
Royal Enfield presented two custom motorcycles at the 33rd Annual Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2025, one of Japan’s premier custom motorcycle exhibitions. The showcased builds, named VITA and Carolina Reaper, were developed through Royal Enfield’s Custom World initiative, which supports custom motorcycle projects globally. VITA was constructed by Yuichi Yoshizawa and Yoshikazu Ueda of… Continue reading Royal Enfield Unveils Custom Motorcycles at Japan Show
Motherson Completes Acquisition of Remaining Stake in South African Subsidiary
Samvardhana Motherson International Limited has completed the acquisition of the remaining 10 percent stake in Motherson Lumen Systems South Africa Pty Ltd, the company announced in a regulatory filing to the stock exchanges on Tuesday. The acquisition was completed through Motherson Lumen Holding Ltd, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Samvardhana Motherson International Limited. Following… Continue reading Motherson Completes Acquisition of Remaining Stake in South African Subsidiary
Video – Supply Chain Bottlenecks Are the Biggest Barrier to 15% EV Penetration by 2030: BYD India
BYD India’s Rajeev Chauhan discusses achieving 1,000 monthly EV sales, navigating safety standards and infrastructure challenges, while outlining the path to one million electric vehicles on Indian roads within six years. India’s electric vehicle market is entering a decisive phase and BYD India is right at the center of it. In this exclusive conversation, Rajeev… Continue reading Video – Supply Chain Bottlenecks Are the Biggest Barrier to 15% EV Penetration by 2030: BYD India
ACE Partners with Kotak Mahindra Bank to Improve Backhoe Loader Financing
Action Construction Equipment Limited (ACE), the world’s largest Pick-n-Carry crane manufacturer and a leading material handling and construction equipment company in India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Kotak Mahindra Bank to enhance financing accessibility for backhoe loader purchases across the country. The partnership targets contractors, infrastructure developers, entrepreneurs, small and medium enterprises, and… Continue reading ACE Partners with Kotak Mahindra Bank to Improve Backhoe Loader Financing
Schwing Stetter India Unveils New Equipment at Excon 2025
Schwing Stetter India unveiled more than 20 new construction equipment products at Excon 2025, featuring several firsts for the Indian market. The launches included India’s first domestically engineered 56-meter boom pump, the country’s first fully electric truck mixer, first CNG mixer variant, and first hybrid boom pump. The company, a subsidiary of German manufacturer Schwing… Continue reading Schwing Stetter India Unveils New Equipment at Excon 2025