Tata Motors, which has seen design play a remarkable role in driving the volumes of its passenger vehicles such as the Tata Tiago, Tata Punch, Tata Nexon, and Tata Harrier, is reaping the benefits of well-accepted styling and visual appeal of these models. In this interview, Martin Uhlarik, Head of Global Design, Tata Motors, who has… Continue reading ‘Seeing an unbelievable level of design confidence across the industry’: Martin Uhlarik
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M&M to review global farm subsidiaries, unveil revamped plan in Q4 FY25
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd expects to take a decision on its international farm equipment business strategy in the January-March quarter of financial year 2025. The company is reviewing the factors responsible for the decline in farm industry in Europe, US, and other countries, and will come up with a strategy to address these issues, according… Continue reading M&M to review global farm subsidiaries, unveil revamped plan in Q4 FY25
Tata Motors Launches Advanced Vehicle Recycling Facility in Northeast India
Tata Motors, India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, launched its seventh registered vehicle scrapping facility (RVSF) in Guwahati today, marking a significant expansion of sustainable automotive practices in Northeast India. The facility, operating under the name ‘Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect,’ represents a strategic partnership between Tata Motors and Axom Platinum Scrappers. With an annual capacity… Continue reading Tata Motors Launches Advanced Vehicle Recycling Facility in Northeast India
M&M Warns About Rising Raw Material Costs, Falling Rupee
The cost of raw materials, which have largely remained benign in recent quarters, have started inching up, and could, along with a depreciating rupee, push up overall automobile manufacturing costs in coming months, said Mahindra & Mahindra’s Chief Financial Officer Amarjyoti Barua. The company, meanwhile, posted strong growth in auto division margin in Oct-Dec on… Continue reading M&M Warns About Rising Raw Material Costs, Falling Rupee
Toyota Concludes Road Safety Education Program in Bangalore
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) marked a significant milestone in its road safety initiative as it concluded the second batch of its Safety Education Programme in Bangalore on Friday. The program, which aims to address India’s concerning road fatality statistics, has reached over 800,000 students nationwide since its inception in 2007. Dr. Anil Kumar from the… Continue reading Toyota Concludes Road Safety Education Program in Bangalore
Skoda Auto India Set to Introduce Its First e-SUV in September 2025
Skoda Auto India is poised for a transformative phase, blending its legacy of classic car designs with the rising dominance of SUVs and EVs in the Indian market. In an exclusive conversation with Autocar Professional at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Skoda India said that with SUVs leading the market… Continue reading Skoda Auto India Set to Introduce Its First e-SUV in September 2025
Auto Industry Cheers RBI’s First Rate Cut in Five Years, Expects Demand Boost
In a significant move that signals a shift in monetary policy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, marking the first rate cut in five years. The decision has been widely welcomed by the automotive industry, which sees it as a catalyst for growth and… Continue reading Auto Industry Cheers RBI’s First Rate Cut in Five Years, Expects Demand Boost
Skoda Kylaq: Czech carmaker straddles multiple segments with do-it-all compact SUV
Skoda Kylaq, the latest product on sale from the Czech carmaker in India, is a major attempt by the Volkswagen Group company at revitalising its sales momentum in the country, where it continues to remain a marginal player, despite having a run of more than two decades. In CY2024, Skoda Auto India’s volumes were pegged at… Continue reading Skoda Kylaq: Czech carmaker straddles multiple segments with do-it-all compact SUV
Bajaj Auto plots assault on 500,000-strong electric rickshaw market
In FY2024, the electric three-wheeler market clocked record retail sales of 632,634 units, up 57% YoY. Of this, the largest share belonged to the e-rickshaw (passenger) category – 490,274 units or a 77% of total e3W sales. It’s the same scenario in January 2025. Of the 59,930 e3Ws retailed, the e-rickshaw (passenger) sub-segment accounted for… Continue reading Bajaj Auto plots assault on 500,000-strong electric rickshaw market
Bajaj Auto plots assault on 500,000-strong electric rickshaw market
In FY2024, the electric three-wheeler market clocked record retail sales of 632,634 units, up 57% YoY. Of this, the largest share belonged to the e-rickshaw (passenger) category – 490,274 units or a 77% of total e3W sales. It’s the same scenario in January 2025. Of the 59,930 e3Ws retailed, the e-rickshaw (passenger) sub-segment accounted for… Continue reading Bajaj Auto plots assault on 500,000-strong electric rickshaw market