Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has announced the commercial launch of Swayamgati Cargo, described as India’s first autonomous electric cargo three-wheeler. The vehicle, priced at ₹4.15 lakhs, is designed for use in industrial parks, airports, manufacturing hubs, and logistics facilities. The cargo variant builds on OSM’s Swayamgati passenger autonomy platform and incorporates AI-driven technology including Lidar,… Continue reading Omega Seiki Mobility Launches Autonomous Electric Cargo Three-Wheeler
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Exports Critical Pillar of Auto Component Industry, Says ACMA President
Exports continue to be a critical pillar of growth for India’s auto component industry, with nearly 30% of the sector’s output shipped to overseas markets, according to ACMA President Vikram Raghupati Singhania. His comments come as the country has entered into FTAs with multiple countries, which is expected to further integrate India’s auto component industry… Continue reading Exports Critical Pillar of Auto Component Industry, Says ACMA President
Kia Seltos Sells 600,000 Units in India, Second-Gen Model off to a Good Start
The Seltos, Kia India’s first locally manufactured vehicle, has surpassed the 600,000-unit milestone in domestic market sales. From launch in August 2019 till end-January 2026, the midsize SUV has sold a total of 602,390 units (wholesales) in India and nearly 160,000 units exported. Combined domestic and exported sales are over 750,000 units over six-and-a-half years. … Continue reading Kia Seltos Sells 600,000 Units in India, Second-Gen Model off to a Good Start
India Records 7% Rise in Optimism, Ranks Second Globally
Indians have demonstrated a notable increase in optimism about their country’s trajectory, according to the latest Ipsos What Worries the World survey released this week. The January 2026 data reveals a 7 percentage point rise in confidence, with 69% of Indians now believing the country is headed in the right direction. The findings place India… Continue reading India Records 7% Rise in Optimism, Ranks Second Globally
Bharat Taxi Launches in Delhi Today with 2.5 Lakh Vehicles, Reports NDTV
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is set to formally launch Bharat Taxi today, February 5, 2026, at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, according to NDTV. The cooperative-based ride-hailing platform aims to challenge established players like Ola, Uber, and Rapido with a driver-ownership model that eliminates per-ride commissions. NDTV reports that the platform operates… Continue reading Bharat Taxi Launches in Delhi Today with 2.5 Lakh Vehicles, Reports NDTV
Honda to Begin Exporting Mid-Size Motorcycles from India to Europe in 2026
Honda plans to start exporting mid-size displacement motorcycles from India to Europe beginning in 2026, as it steps up efforts to position the country as a key export hub for global markets. In its Corporate Update 2025, the company said India is evolving into a global export base and that shipments of mid-size motorcycles to… Continue reading Honda to Begin Exporting Mid-Size Motorcycles from India to Europe in 2026
Ashok Leyland, PT Pindad Sign MoU for Electric Buses and Defence Vehicles
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Pindad, Indonesia’s state-owned defence and industrial equipment manufacturer. The agreement was signed at Pindad’s headquarters in Bandung on Tuesday. The partnership will focus on the joint development and manufacturing of electric buses and defence vehicles designed to… Continue reading Ashok Leyland, PT Pindad Sign MoU for Electric Buses and Defence Vehicles
VE Commercial Vehicles Open to Invest in Charging Point Operators as e-bus Push Deepens
VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) is open to investing in charging point operators (CPOs) as part of its broader effort to strengthen India’s electric bus ecosystem, even as it continues to focus primarily on vehicle manufacturing and captive charging solutions, Vipin Gupta, Business Head – Electro Mobility, VE Commercial Vehicles, told Autocar Professional in an exclusive… Continue reading VE Commercial Vehicles Open to Invest in Charging Point Operators as e-bus Push Deepens
VE Commercial Vehicles Open to Invest in Charging Point Operators as e-bus Push Deepens
VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) is open to investing in charging point operators (CPOs) as part of its broader effort to strengthen India’s electric bus ecosystem, even as it continues to focus primarily on vehicle manufacturing and captive charging solutions, Vipin Gupta, Business Head – Electro Mobility, VE Commercial Vehicles, told Autocar Professional in an exclusive… Continue reading VE Commercial Vehicles Open to Invest in Charging Point Operators as e-bus Push Deepens
Volkswagen Opens Pre-Bookings for Tayron R-Line Ahead of India Launch
Volkswagen Passenger Cars India has commenced pre-bookings for the Tayron R-Line, its upcoming flagship SUV for the Indian market, ahead of its scheduled launch in February 2026. Customers can reserve the model with a booking amount of ₹51,000 across authorised dealerships and the company’s official digital platforms. The Tayron R-Line will mark Volkswagen’s entry into… Continue reading Volkswagen Opens Pre-Bookings for Tayron R-Line Ahead of India Launch