The Indian government is actively discussing a timeline for phasing out internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles as part of its commitment to promoting green powertrains, Hanif Qureshi, IPS, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Heavy Industries, revealed at the India EV Conclave on Tuesday. Speaking at the two-day event organized by Autocar Professional at Hyatt… Continue reading Government in Active Discussions on ICE Vehicle Phase-Out Timeline, Says MHI’s Qureshi
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Bring in Private Electric Bus Operators to Scale EV Adoption: MHI’s Qureshi
India needs to actively engage the private electric bus sector to achieve its ambitious electrification targets, with government schemes currently focused predominantly on public transport operators leaving out 93% of the country’s bus fleet, Hanif Qureshi, IPS, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Heavy Industries, said at the India EV Conclave on Tuesday. “The government… Continue reading Bring in Private Electric Bus Operators to Scale EV Adoption: MHI’s Qureshi
India’s EV Sector Poised to Surpass NITI Aayog Targets, Says Haneef Qureshi
India’s electric vehicle sector is on track to exceed the ambitious projections set by government think tank NITI Aayog, with growth rates potentially outpacing the forecasted 49% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2030, according to Hanif Qureshi, IPS, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Speaking at the inaugural day of Autocar Professional’s… Continue reading India’s EV Sector Poised to Surpass NITI Aayog Targets, Says Haneef Qureshi
Inteva Products Announces Second Manufacturing Plant in Pune with Rs. 50 Crore Investment
Inteva Products LLC, a global automotive systems supplier based in the United States, has announced plans to establish a second manufacturing facility in Pune, marking a significant expansion of its Indian operations after 17 years in the region. The new plant represents an investment of Rs. 50 crores and is projected to generate over 400… Continue reading Inteva Products Announces Second Manufacturing Plant in Pune with Rs. 50 Crore Investment
Ola patents electric city car design ahead of global debut
Ola Electric, which had earlier put its electric car project on hold to focus on developing and scaling its mass-market electric scooters, appears to be revisiting its four-wheeler ambitions. The company has now filed a patent for a small electric car, signaling a renewed intent to enter the electric passenger vehicle (E4W) segment. The move… Continue reading Ola patents electric city car design ahead of global debut
JK Tyre Launches Embedded Smart Tyres for Passenger Vehicles
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd has launched what it describes as India’s first embedded smart tyres for passenger vehicles, featuring built-in sensors designed to monitor critical tyre parameters continuously. The tyres, manufactured at the company’s Banmore facility in Madhya Pradesh, incorporate sensors within the tyre structure that track air pressure, temperature, and potential air leaks.… Continue reading JK Tyre Launches Embedded Smart Tyres for Passenger Vehicles
Tata Motors CEO Shailesh Chandra Elected as First OICA President from Asia
The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA) has announced the election of Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited and President of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), as its new President, effective November 1, 2025. He succeeds John Bozzella, President and CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation… Continue reading Tata Motors CEO Shailesh Chandra Elected as First OICA President from Asia
Indian Executive Shailesh Chandra Elected as First OICA President from Asia
The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA) has announced the election of Shailesh Chandra, President of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), as its new President, effective November 1, 2025. He succeeds John Bozzella, President and CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation (USA). Chandra’s appointment marks a historic milestone as he becomes the… Continue reading Indian Executive Shailesh Chandra Elected as First OICA President from Asia
SKF India Announces ₹800-950 Crore Investment to Boost Local Manufacturing
SKF India (Industrial) Ltd. has completed a significant phase of its localization strategy and announced plans to invest ₹800-950 crore by 2030 to expand its manufacturing capabilities in India. The Swedish bearing manufacturer has commissioned new production facilities for medium deep-groove ball bearings (DGBBs) above 150 mm outer diameter in Ahmedabad, medium spherical roller bearings… Continue reading SKF India Announces ₹800-950 Crore Investment to Boost Local Manufacturing
Jupiter Electric Mobility Opens Five New Showrooms Across Major Indian Cities
Pvt. Ltd. (JEM) has expanded its dealership network with the inauguration of five new showrooms across India, marking a significant push into the electric commercial vehicle market. The expansion brings the company’s flagship JEM TEZ electric light commercial vehicle to key metropolitan areas. The five-day inauguration drive began on November 3, 2025, with new showrooms… Continue reading Jupiter Electric Mobility Opens Five New Showrooms Across Major Indian Cities