VinFast has announced plans to significantly expand its manufacturing presence in Tamil Nadu through a new Memorandum of Understanding with the state government. The agreement will allocate approximately 200 hectares of additional land adjacent to the company’s existing facility in the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi. The expansion represents the second phase of VinFast’s USD… Continue reading VinFast to Invest ₹4,000 Cr in Tamil Nadu for E-Bus, Two-Wheeler Production
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SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) concluded its week-long 11th Safe Mobility Inter-School Road Safety Competition and Annual Teachers’ Meet on Wednesday, engaging over 2000 students from more than 500 schools across New Delhi. The event, held under SIAM’s ‘सुरक्षित सफर (Safe Journey)’ initiative with CSR support from Suzuki Motorcycle, also saw participation of… Continue reading SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
This edition highlights a mobility sector at a defining crossroads, where long-term competitiveness will be shaped by structural choices rather than short-term market signals. The issue captures how rising concerns over air quality, energy security and operating costs are accelerating the shift toward cleaner technologies, with electrification emerging as a central pillar of industry strategy.… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s December 1, 2025 Edition is out!
JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency
Jaguar Land Rover is piloting drone technology at its Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, cutting inspection times by up to 95% while improving workplace safety. The automotive manufacturer is using the Elios 3 drone by Flyability to inspect machinery and access hard-to-reach areas within the facility. The technology has reduced what was previously a… Continue reading JLR Trials Drone Technology to Enhance Factory Safety and Efficiency
Diesel Hits Six-Month High, Agricultural Segments Show Strength: Shriram Mobility
India’s logistics and mobility sectors demonstrated resilience in November 2025, with diesel consumption climbing to a six-month peak and agricultural vehicle segments posting strong gains despite a seasonal pullback in retail vehicle sales following the festive season. According to the latest Shriram Mobility Bulletin, diesel consumption increased 12% month-on-month and 4.7% year-on-year, marking the highest… Continue reading Diesel Hits Six-Month High, Agricultural Segments Show Strength: Shriram Mobility
Ultraviolette Secures $45 Million in Series E Funding from Zoho and Lingotto
Ultraviolette Automotive has announced securing $45 million in its ongoing Series E funding round, with investments from Indian technology company Zoho Corporation and European investment management firm Lingotto. The funding will support Ultraviolette’s expansion plans for its current product lineup, including the F77 and recently launched X-47 Crossover electric motorcycle, as well as future platforms… Continue reading Ultraviolette Secures $45 Million in Series E Funding from Zoho and Lingotto
Schaeffler India Receives CII National Award for Water Management Initiative
Schaeffler India has been honored with the CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management 2024-25 for its Jal Samruddhi initiative, the company announced on December 4, 2025. The award, presented by the Confederation of Indian Industry, recognizes the company’s work under the “Beyond the Fence” category, which highlights community-focused efforts that improve water security… Continue reading Schaeffler India Receives CII National Award for Water Management Initiative
River Mobility Clocks Best-Ever Monthly Sales in November: 1,801 Indie E-Scooters
Even as the legacy OEMs like TVS Motor Co, Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp and Greaves Electric Mobility hold sway over the electric two-wheeler market in India and account for the bulk of sales, some e-2W start-ups including Ather Energy, Ola Electric, Bgauss Auto, Kinetic Green and River Mobility are also regulars in the monthly Top… Continue reading River Mobility Clocks Best-Ever Monthly Sales in November: 1,801 Indie E-Scooters
Disseqt AI Partners with Tata Technologies and Infosys for Agentic AI Solutions
Disseqt AI announced a partnership with Tata Technologies and Infosys on Wednesday to accelerate the development of tailored agentic AI applications for companies in the automobile and fintech industries. Under the partnership, Disseqt will work with the IT and DevOps teams at both Tata Technologies and Infosys to fast-track the production of customised agentic AI… Continue reading Disseqt AI Partners with Tata Technologies and Infosys for Agentic AI Solutions
Tata Motors Integrates Dolby Atmos into All-New Sierra SUV
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPVL) has partnered with Dolby Laboratories to equip its upcoming All-New Tata Sierra with Dolby Atmos immersive audio technology, the companies announced Wednesday. The vehicle will feature a 12-speaker audio system designed to deliver multidimensional sound throughout the cabin. Dolby Atmos technology allows audio to be positioned and moved around… Continue reading Tata Motors Integrates Dolby Atmos into All-New Sierra SUV