Tesla is officially killing the option to purchase its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package upfront. CEO Elon Musk announced today that the automaker will stop selling FSD as a one-time option and will instead only offer it as a monthly subscription. It marks a massive shift in Tesla’s strategy for the software, which Musk has famously… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) to stop selling Full Self-Driving package, moves to subscription-only: why it’s a big move
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German Handelsblatt: Auto industry: Audi ends difficult year with slight improvement012201
Audi sold fewer cars in 2025, but the trend is upward at the end of the year. (Archive image) Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa Ingolstadt. Although Audi sold fewer cars in 2025, it can at least show a clear upward trend at the end of the year. In the past twelve months, the brand’s global deliveries fell… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Auto industry: Audi ends difficult year with slight improvement012201
Yuma Energy and e-Sprinto Partner on Swappable-Battery EVs for Indian Fleets
Yuma Energy and e-Sprinto have announced a strategic partnership to deploy swappable-battery electric two-wheelers at scale across Indian cities, targeting fleet operators and delivery services with a solution designed to overcome the primary obstacles to electric vehicle adoption. The partnership addresses two critical challenges facing fleet electrification: the high upfront cost of electric vehicles and… Continue reading Yuma Energy and e-Sprinto Partner on Swappable-Battery EVs for Indian Fleets
Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out MB.Charge in India
Mercedes‑Benz India, the country’s largest luxury car maker, has rolled out MB.Charge in India, a unified public charging ecosystem. The service integrates access to more than 9,000 DC fast chargers across the country, and allows Mercedes‑Benz EV customers to locate, authenticate, charge, and pay through a single interface, eliminating the need for multiple third‑party apps… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out MB.Charge in India
Mercedes-Benz to Locally Assemble Maybach GLS in India—First Market Outside US
India will become the only market outside the United States to locally assemble the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, accelerating a sustained push by Mercedes-Benz India to localise more models in the country as it deepens its focus on ultra-luxury vehicles and high-value growth. The Stuttgart-based luxury carmaker said the decision aligns with the global push towards value… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz to Locally Assemble Maybach GLS in India—First Market Outside US
Won’t Engage in Price War: Mercedes’ Santosh on Entry-level Degrowth
Despite a sharp 23% decline in the entry-level luxury car segment, Mercedes-Benz India has made it clear that it will not chase volumes through aggressive discounting. The company sold a total of 19,007 cars in 2025, representing a decline of 3% compared to the year before. The luxury carmaker said it remains focused on protecting brand… Continue reading Won’t Engage in Price War: Mercedes’ Santosh on Entry-level Degrowth
Mercedes-Benz Lines up 12 Launches for 2026, Sees Single-Digit Growth Amid Currency, Sentiment Headwinds
With competition snapping at its heels, Mercedes-Benz India, the country’s largest luxury carmaker, plans to sustain its model launch excitement in 2026 to retain its lead. The company plans to launch 12 new models in the current calendar year and expects single-digit growth in a luxury car market weighed down by currency volatility and cautious… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Lines up 12 Launches for 2026, Sees Single-Digit Growth Amid Currency, Sentiment Headwinds
Sanghvi Movers Establishes Wholly Owned Subsidiary in Botswana
Sanghvi Movers Limited announced the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in Botswana on January 14, 2026. The company informed the BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about the establishment of Sanghvi Movers Botswana Proprietary Limited. The new subsidiary was incorporated on January 13, 2026, with a share capital of 15,000 Botswana… Continue reading Sanghvi Movers Establishes Wholly Owned Subsidiary in Botswana
Section 232 Tariffs Add Pressure as Auto Component Exporters Seek Clarity
India’s auto component industry is navigating a phase of heightened export uncertainty, with tariff-related disadvantages, particularly in the US, emerging as a key challenge even as domestic market conditions remain supportive. Speaking on the industry outlook, ACMA President Vikrampati Singhania said that from a domestic perspective, the automotive industry is moving in the right direction.… Continue reading Section 232 Tariffs Add Pressure as Auto Component Exporters Seek Clarity
KTM Parent Company Cuts 500 Jobs as Part of Ongoing Restructuring Effort
Bajaj Mobility AG, formerly known as PIERER Mobility AG and the parent company of KTM Group, announced on January 13, 2026, that it will reduce its workforce by approximately 500 employees as part of a comprehensive efficiency program aimed at strengthening the company’s long-term competitiveness. The job cuts, which primarily affect white-collar positions and middle… Continue reading KTM Parent Company Cuts 500 Jobs as Part of Ongoing Restructuring Effort