Vega Auto Launches Campaign to Promote Helmet Usage Over Ownership

Vega Auto has introduced a nationwide campaign targeting the practice of carrying helmets rather than wearing them. The “Pehnoge to Bachoge” initiative, launched on January 16, seeks to address what the company identifies as a critical safety issue: riders purchasing helmets to avoid traffic fines rather than for protection. The campaign centers on a 60-second… Continue reading Vega Auto Launches Campaign to Promote Helmet Usage Over Ownership

Danfoss India, PowerNEU Form Joint Venture for Metals Industry Decarbonisation

Danfoss India and PowerNEU have established a joint venture to provide decarbonisation solutions for India’s metals and heavy industries. The partnership, formalized as Danfoss PowerNEU Private Limited, was launched with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new manufacturing facility and office in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, on January 16, 2026. The Jamshedpur facility is designed to serve steel… Continue reading Danfoss India, PowerNEU Form Joint Venture for Metals Industry Decarbonisation

Kia India Adds HTK(EX) Variant to Syros SUV Lineup at ₹9.89 Lakh

Kia India announced the addition of a new HTK(EX) trim to its Syros SUV lineup on January 16, 2026. The variant is priced at ₹9,89,000 for the petrol version and ₹10,63,900 for the diesel version, both ex-showroom. The expansion brings the total number of Syros trims to seven. According to Atul Sood, Senior Vice President… Continue reading Kia India Adds HTK(EX) Variant to Syros SUV Lineup at ₹9.89 Lakh

Switch Mobility Appoints Sonali Singh as Head of Marketing

Switch Mobility has appointed Sonali Singh as Head of Marketing, bringing on board a seasoned brand and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience across Tata Motors, Bosch, HCL, Panasonic and Deloitte, as the company sharpens its focus on accelerating electric mobility in mass transportation. In her new role, Singh will spearhead brand strategy,… Continue reading Switch Mobility Appoints Sonali Singh as Head of Marketing

TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Hero Open CY2026 on a Strong Note, E-2W Sales Cross 55,000 in First-Half January

The Indian electric vehicle (EV) industry has closed the first half of the first month of CY2026 with retail sales of over 100,000 units. Between January 1 and 15, a total of 100,819 EVs across segments have been delivered to buyers across India. They are led by e-2-wheelers (55,410 units) which account for 55% of… Continue reading TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Hero Open CY2026 on a Strong Note, E-2W Sales Cross 55,000 in First-Half January

Riding with India: Celebrating 25 Years of Mobility, Partnership, and Progress- Tsutsumu Otani

Over the past 25 years, India’s mobility story has evolved alongside the everyday lives of its people. This transformation stems from a deep human belief: to build a society that experiences the joy and freedom of mobility. Across cities, towns, and villages, mobility solutions have enabled people by delivering freedom, convenience, and enjoyment while meeting… Continue reading Riding with India: Celebrating 25 Years of Mobility, Partnership, and Progress- Tsutsumu Otani

Himadri Speciality Chemical Receives Second Consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Rating

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd has secured the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the second year running, placing the company among the top 1% of over 150,000 organizations evaluated worldwide for sustainability practices. The Platinum rating recognizes Himadri’s performance across four key areas: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. EcoVadis assesses companies against 21… Continue reading Himadri Speciality Chemical Receives Second Consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Rating

SST and UMC Launch Automotive-Grade Flash Memory Platform

Silicon Storage Technology (SST), a Microchip Technology subsidiary, and United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) announced the production release of their 28nm SuperFlash Gen 4 platform with full automotive grade 1 qualification. The ESF4 technology integrates with UMC’s 28HPC+ foundry process, targeting the growing market for advanced automotive controllers. The platform addresses industry demands for reliable data… Continue reading SST and UMC Launch Automotive-Grade Flash Memory Platform

Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen in line for Leapmotor range-extender tech

Leapmotor’s range-extender (REx) technology for EVs could be used by other Stallantis brands in Europe as part of a move to increase “synergies” within the group. The Stellantis-backed Chinese brand offers its B10 and C10 SUVs with the option of pure-electric power or a REx system in which a small petrol engine works as a generator to charge… Continue reading Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen in line for Leapmotor range-extender tech

Tally-ho! Join me for 3000 miles in the ‘dreamboat’ Morgan Super 3

Well this is joyous: a Morgan Super 3 on Autocar’s long-term fleet. The latest three-wheeler is the spiritual successor to the very first Morgans, which were three-wheeled runabouts, and a three-wheeled Mog, now in its second generation, has been back in the firm’s range since the idea was reprised in 2011. I’m to be custodian… Continue reading Tally-ho! Join me for 3000 miles in the ‘dreamboat’ Morgan Super 3