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
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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
Volkswagen India to Launch All-New Tayron R-Line SUV in First Quarter
Volkswagen India has announced plans to launch the all-new Tayron R-Line, a premium seven-seater SUV that will serve as the brand’s flagship offering in the country. The vehicle is scheduled to debut in the first quarter of 2026. The Tayron R-Line will be positioned at the top of Volkswagen’s SUV lineup in India, targeting customers… Continue reading Volkswagen India to Launch All-New Tayron R-Line SUV in First Quarter
MATTER and Niron Magnetics Develop Rare-Earth-Free Electric Motor for Two-Wheelers at CES 2026
MATTER, an electric mobility technology company, has announced a collaboration with Niron Magnetics to integrate rare-earth-free Iron Nitride magnet technology into its electric motorbike platforms. The first prototype was unveiled at CES 2026. The collaboration addresses the electric vehicle industry’s dependence on rare earth elements, which involve environmental costs and supply chain challenges. MATTER will… Continue reading MATTER and Niron Magnetics Develop Rare-Earth-Free Electric Motor for Two-Wheelers at CES 2026
Suzuki Motorcycle India Achieves 10 Million Production Units in 20 Years
Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited has rolled out its 10 millionth two-wheeler from its Gurugram manufacturing facility, marking a significant production milestone in the company’s two-decade presence in the Indian market. The achievement demonstrates the company’s accelerated growth trajectory. SMIPL took 14 years to reach its first five million units in 2020, but added the… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India Achieves 10 Million Production Units in 20 Years