The Indian electric passenger vehicle segment has opened CY2026 with robust sales of 18,042 units in January, up 51% YoY (January 2025: 11,909 units). This performance comes on the back of the segment clocking record annual sales of 177,415 units in CY2025. Leading the charge is market leader Tata Motors which has clocked its highest… Continue reading Electric PV Sales Rise 51% in January to 18,000 Units, Tata Motors Hits a New High
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Mahindra Trucks & Buses Records 40% Sales Growth in January
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has reported a 40% year-on-year growth in its Trucks and Buses business for January 2026, with total sales reaching 3,065 vehicles including exports. The commercial vehicle segment, covering vehicles above 3.5 tonnes, comprises the company’s Mahindra Trucks & Buses division and SML Mahindra Limited. The performance marks a significant uptick in… Continue reading Mahindra Trucks & Buses Records 40% Sales Growth in January
Yamaha Launches EC-06 Electric Scooter in India at ₹1.67 Lakh
India Yamaha Motor has announced the launch of its first electric scooter, the EC-06, priced at ₹1,67,600 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The model will be available initially in select cities through the company’s premium Blue Square showrooms. The EC-06 features a certified range of 169 kilometres on a single charge, positioning it as a viable option for… Continue reading Yamaha Launches EC-06 Electric Scooter in India at ₹1.67 Lakh
Escorts Kubota Reports 46.9% Growth in Tractor Sales for January 2026
Escorts Kubota Limited announced its sales volumes for January 2026, reporting significant growth in its tractor business while construction equipment sales remained relatively flat. The company’s Agri Machinery Business Division sold 9,799 tractors in January 2026, marking a 46.9% increase compared to 6,669 tractors sold in the same month last year. The growth was primarily… Continue reading Escorts Kubota Reports 46.9% Growth in Tractor Sales for January 2026
Ola Electric Begins Deliveries of India-Made Home Battery Storage System
Ola Electric has commenced deliveries of its Shakti 9.1kWh residential battery energy storage system, marking the rollout of what the company describes as India’s first locally designed and manufactured home battery solution. The electric vehicle manufacturer began deliveries of the 6kW/9.1kWh configuration in Bengaluru on Saturday, with plans to expand distribution across India in coming… Continue reading Ola Electric Begins Deliveries of India-Made Home Battery Storage System
Maruti Suzuki Reports Record Monthly Sales of 236,963 Units in January 2026
Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced its highest-ever monthly sales volume for January 2026, with total sales reaching 236,963 units. The milestone represents significant growth compared to the 212,251 units sold in January 2025. The sales breakdown shows domestic sales of 178,300 units, sales to other original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of 7,643 units, and exports of… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Reports Record Monthly Sales of 236,963 Units in January 2026
TVS Opens CY2026 With Highest Monthly E-2W Sales of 34,440 Units
Carrying on its strong performance in CY2025 when it sold nearly 300,000 units, electric two-wheeler market leader TVS Motor Co has opened CY2026 on a really strong note. As per the latest Vahan retail sales data, the Chennai-based manufacturer of the iQube and Orbiter e-scooters delivered 34,440 units in January 2026, a handsome 43% YoY… Continue reading TVS Opens CY2026 With Highest Monthly E-2W Sales of 34,440 Units
New Jaguar GT driven: it rides like an XJ, drifts like an F-Type
There was a misconception – and I think they unwittingly or not contributed to it – that Jaguar’s bosses weren’t interested in its past. The messaging was all new new new; the design chief’s line was that Jaguar had “no brand equity”; the old shapes had gone; the old logos had gone; car production was… Continue reading New Jaguar GT driven: it rides like an XJ, drifts like an F-Type
Used Volvo C40 (Mk1, 2021-date) buyer’s guide: a second-hand bargain that’s cheap for a reason
Charge! At the outset, the C40 Recharge could charge at up to 150kW, which was increased for dual-motor models to a rapid 200kW for the 2023 model year. But single-motor versions can only charge at 130kW. Peace of mind As standard, the C40 has a three- year/60,000-mile warranty; this can be extended to four years… Continue reading Used Volvo C40 (Mk1, 2021-date) buyer’s guide: a second-hand bargain that’s cheap for a reason
Chery confirms new Liverpool HQ as plans for Jaguar Land Rover to build Chinese firm’s cars in UK gather pace
Auto Express has approached both Chery and JLR for a statement. Chery UK was unable to provide a spokesperson at this time, while JLR declined to comment. What’s Jaguar Land Rover doing in China? JLR’s revamped Chinese joint venture with Chery centres on reviving the Land Rover Freelander as a cutting-edge EV initially for the Chinese market.… Continue reading Chery confirms new Liverpool HQ as plans for Jaguar Land Rover to build Chinese firm’s cars in UK gather pace