Rolls-Royce priming electric Cullinan with dramatic new look

Rolls-Royce is winter testing its second electric model, a Cullinan-sized SUV that will go head to head with Bentley’s forthcoming maiden EV.  Goodwood’s new model was seen for the first time at parent company BMW Group’s proving ground in Arjeplog, Sweden, in what appears to be close to production spec.  The SUV will sit on… Continue reading Rolls-Royce priming electric Cullinan with dramatic new look

German Handelsblatt: Mercedes G 580: Arnie’s difficult legacy – the electric Mercedes G-Class in the Handelsblatt test012303

Dusseldorf. Do you remember when climate was still an issue? Donald Trump was president for the first time in 2018. But the USA was still part of the Paris Climate Agreement, Greta Thunberg formed the international movement “Fridays for Future” from her school strike on the streets of Stockholm – and the then Daimler boss… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Mercedes G 580: Arnie’s difficult legacy – the electric Mercedes G-Class in the Handelsblatt test012303

WEX adds public EV charging payments to its fleet fuel card

WEX Fleet card now combines gasoline and public EV charging transactions into one card, one account, and one invoice. WEX says it is the first fuel card provider to unify fueling and public EV charging payments across its proprietary closed-loop fuel network, targeting mixed-energy fleets that operate internal combustion engine vehicles and EVs. The card… Continue reading WEX adds public EV charging payments to its fleet fuel card

MSRTC mandates EV charging points at new fuel stations on its land parcels

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) announced on Tuesday that henceforth all fuel stations established on its land parcels must mandatorily include electric vehicle (EV) charging points for the general public. While only one fuel station has been established on an MSRTC plot to date, officials believe this new mandate will significantly expand the… Continue reading MSRTC mandates EV charging points at new fuel stations on its land parcels

TVS Supply Chain arm acquires Swamy and Sons 3PL for ₹88 crore, deepens FMCG warehousing play

In FY2025, Swamy and Sons 3PL reported revenue of ₹207 crore with a profit before tax margin of 3.2 per cent. FIT 3PL Warehousing Pvt Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of TVS Supply Chain Solutions, has acquired Hyderabad-based Swamy and Sons 3PL for ₹88 crore, strengthening its presence in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) logistics… Continue reading TVS Supply Chain arm acquires Swamy and Sons 3PL for ₹88 crore, deepens FMCG warehousing play

India’s mobility transition must be multi-fuel, multi-path to balance growth, sustainability, says SIAM

At India Energy Week 2026 in Goa, Banerjee said mobility has shifted from an automotive issue to a broader energy systems challenge. India’s mobility transition cannot rely on a single technology or fuel pathway and must instead follow a multi-fuel, multi-powertrain approach to balance rising energy demand, sustainability, and energy security, according to P K… Continue reading India’s mobility transition must be multi-fuel, multi-path to balance growth, sustainability, says SIAM

Motul Displays Advanced Lubrication Technologies at SIAT Expo 2026

Motul India presented its portfolio of lubrication and fluid technologies at SIAT Expo 2026 in Pune on January 29, 2026. The company’s exhibit focused on solutions for electric vehicles, sustainable lubricants, and alternative fuel powertrains, aligning with the event’s theme of safe and sustainable mobility. The French lubricant manufacturer showcased its E-Gen fluid technology series,… Continue reading Motul Displays Advanced Lubrication Technologies at SIAT Expo 2026

Toyota Kirloskar Sundaram Automotive Solutions Opens Multi-Brand Service Outlet in Bengaluru

Toyota Kirloskar Sundaram Automotive Solutions Pvt Ltd has inaugurated its first multi-brand service outlet in Bengaluru under the “TSERV Select” brand. The facility, located in KR Puram, was opened on 29th January 2026. The company is a joint venture between Kirloskar Systems Pvt Ltd, Trichur Sundaram Santhanam Family (TSSF Group), and Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar Sundaram Automotive Solutions Opens Multi-Brand Service Outlet in Bengaluru

India-EU Trade Pact Opens Door for Luxury Automakers

According to Reuters, India will immediately reduce import duties on high-end European cars to 30% from as high as 110% under its newly finalized trade agreement with the European Union. The deal, announced on Tuesday, marks a significant opening of India’s tightly controlled automotive market, which has historically been among the world’s most protected with… Continue reading India-EU Trade Pact Opens Door for Luxury Automakers