Bharat Forge Limited and Germany-based Agile Robots S.E. have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore strategic collaboration in AI-driven robotics and intelligent industrial automation. The partnership will focus on deploying solutions for the automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics industries in India and Southeast Asia. The collaboration is focused exclusively on civilian industry and manufacturing.… Continue reading Bharat Forge and Agile Robots Sign MoU for AI-Driven Industrial Automation
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BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026
BMW Group India is gearing up for a pivotal 2026, with a 27‑product offensive that includes 10 new MINI models, aimed at delivering a sharp step‑up in sales and strengthening the British marque’s role in the company’s India strategy. MINI, according to Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, is set to be… Continue reading BMW Plans to Double MINI Sales With 10 New Models by 2026
BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026
BMW Group India plans to launch its much-awaited all-new 450cc twin-cylinder motorcycle in the first half of 2026, as it looks to renew its attempt to make the luxury bikes more accessible to growing ranks of aspiring two-wheeler buyers after a modest attempt with the 310 cc bike. The 450 cc bike, along with new… Continue reading BMW Motorrad to Launch All-new 450cc Twin-cylinder Bike in the First Half of 2026
BNP Paribas Sees Auto Sector Entering New Upcycle; PVs to Outpace Two-Wheelers
India’s automobile sector is entering a new upcycle, with passenger vehicles expected to lead the recovery while two-wheelers see a more muted improvement, according to BNP Paribas. The financial services firm said recent GST reductions have emerged as a key catalyst after a prolonged period of weak demand, improving affordability and triggering a revival in… Continue reading BNP Paribas Sees Auto Sector Entering New Upcycle; PVs to Outpace Two-Wheelers
BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026
BMW Group India is emerging as one of the fastest-growing electric vehicle markets within the company’s global network, with EVs now accounting for 21% of its overall sales portfolio. The company delivered 3,753 BMW and MINI electric vehicles during the year, marking growth of over 200% year-on-year. “We moved from 8% to 21% penetration in… Continue reading BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026
BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026
BMW Group India is emerging as one of the fastest-growing electric vehicle markets within the company’s global network, with EVs now accounting for 21% of its overall sales portfolio. The company delivered 3,753 BMW and MINI electric vehicles during the year, marking growth of over 200% year-on-year. “We moved from 8% to 21% penetration in… Continue reading BMW’s EV Penetration Hits 21%, Targets 25% of Sales from EVs in 2026
BMW Moves Within Striking Distance of Mercedes-Benz
The race for the top position in India’s luxury car market is tightening, with BMW Group India closing in rapidly on long-time leader Mercedes-Benz India, even as it insists it will not chase volumes at the cost of brand or profitability. “Who minds getting number one, but we want it to be an organic growth… Continue reading BMW Moves Within Striking Distance of Mercedes-Benz
India enters BMW’s top 20; Brar eyes top 15 by 2030
On the back of sustained double-digit growth, India has broken into the top 20 markets for BMW globally by sales volume, underscoring the rising importance to the German luxury carmaker even as global auto demand remains uneven. Speaking to Autocar Professional, Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, “The next target is… Continue reading India enters BMW’s top 20; Brar eyes top 15 by 2030
BMW India Targets Sustained Double-digit Growth with 27 Product Actions in 2026
BMW Group India is banking on a sweeping product offensive to sustain double-digit sales growth and sharpen its push for the top position in India’s luxury car market, with 27 product actions planned for 2026. “2026 is a very big year for us. We are launching 10 new products,” said Hardeep Singh Brar, President and… Continue reading BMW India Targets Sustained Double-digit Growth with 27 Product Actions in 2026
Castrol India Appoints V Kaushik Vedula as VP and Head of Marketing
Castrol India Limited has appointed V Kaushik Vedula as Vice President and Head of Marketing, effective February 2, 2026. The appointment was disclosed to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited under SEBI regulations. The position became vacant following the resignation of Rohit Talwar, who stepped down as Vice President and Head of… Continue reading Castrol India Appoints V Kaushik Vedula as VP and Head of Marketing