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
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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
Mercedes-Benz India to Locally Produce Maybach GLS, Reports Record Revenue in 2025
Mercedes-Benz India announced on Tuesday that it sold 19,007 vehicles in 2025, marking what the company called its best year for revenue despite a 3% decline in overall unit sales from 19,565 vehicles in 2024. The company will begin local production of the Mercedes-Maybach GLS at its Pune manufacturing facility, making India the first market… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India to Locally Produce Maybach GLS, Reports Record Revenue in 2025
ZF CV Control Systems India Clarifies ADAS Business Sale Does Not Affect CV Operations
ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited has clarified that the sale of its parent company’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) business to Harman International Inc., announced on December 23, 2025, does not affect its commercial vehicle operations in India. The company issued the clarification to stock exchanges following investor inquiries about the transaction’s impact… Continue reading ZF CV Control Systems India Clarifies ADAS Business Sale Does Not Affect CV Operations