The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) responded to new U.S. tariff measures targeting Indian auto component exports, emphasizing the need for enhanced competitiveness and market diversification. The tariffs represent a shift in global trade dynamics that will create near-term challenges for Indian exporters. ACMA President Shradha Suri Marwah acknowledged the development on August… Continue reading US Tariffs a Reminder of Need for Diversification – ACMA
Category: US Motoring Press
Modern cruise control systems aren’t as clever as they think they are
Occasionally you see people giving their dog a stern talking to for tugging at the leash, barking at a goose or engaging in other dog-typical behaviour. Part of me wants to say “the dog doesn’t understand!”, but I don’t, because that would be weird. Also I do understand the urge to chastise something for only doing… Continue reading Modern cruise control systems aren’t as clever as they think they are
New Mercedes GLC due next month to start firm’s next EV era
Mercedes-Benz will launch a radical new GLC next year, an important new model for the German firm as it looks to gain a foothold in Europe’s most hotly contested new car segment. Launching at the same time as the new BMW iX3, its key segment rival, the electric GLC not only marks Mercedes’ next step… Continue reading New Mercedes GLC due next month to start firm’s next EV era
Indian Auto Component Industry Faces New U.S. Tariff Measures
The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) responded to new U.S. tariff measures targeting Indian auto component exports, emphasizing the need for enhanced competitiveness and market diversification. The tariffs represent a shift in global trade dynamics that will create near-term challenges for Indian exporters. ACMA President Shradha Suri Marwah acknowledged the development on August… Continue reading Indian Auto Component Industry Faces New U.S. Tariff Measures
Construction Equipment Market Faces Sharp Contraction in July; JCB Strengthens Dominance
The construction equipment (CE) market faced severe headwinds in July 2025, with retail volumes plummeting 33.28% year-on-year to just 3,509 units, marking the steepest decline among all vehicle categories tracked by FADA. The sharp month-on-month contraction of 59% from June’s 8,558 units highlights the sector’s struggle with infrastructure demand weakness and supply chain disruptions. JCB… Continue reading Construction Equipment Market Faces Sharp Contraction in July; JCB Strengthens Dominance
Tata AutoComp to Acquire IAC Slovakia Through British Subsidiary
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 100% of IAC Group (Slovakia) s.r.o. through its British subsidiary Artifex Interior Systems Limited. The transaction, announced August 7, 2025, requires regulatory approvals before completion. The acquisition targets IAC Slovakia’s manufacturing facility in Lozorno, which employs approximately 800 professionals and generated $190 million… Continue reading Tata AutoComp to Acquire IAC Slovakia Through British Subsidiary
Hyundai Reclaims No. 2 Spot from Mahindra in July Retail Sales
In a significant reshuffling of India’s passenger vehicle retail hierarchy, Hyundai Motor India has reclaimed the No. 2 position from Mahindra & Mahindra in July 2025 retail sales, marking the Korean automaker’s return to the second spot after spending several consecutive months in third place behind the SUV specialist. According to the latest Federation of… Continue reading Hyundai Reclaims No. 2 Spot from Mahindra in July Retail Sales
July Auto Sales: Honda Overtakes Hero MotoCorp in Retail Sales
In a significant development for India’s two-wheeler industry, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has overtaken Hero MotoCorp in monthly retail sales for July 2025, marking only the fourth time in history that the Japanese manufacturer has achieved this milestone, according to the latest Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) data. According to official FADA… Continue reading July Auto Sales: Honda Overtakes Hero MotoCorp in Retail Sales
High-Base Effect Breaks Indian Auto’s Three-Month Growth Run
India’s automobile retail sector recorded a 4.31% year-on-year decline in July 2025, ending a three-month growth streak, primarily due to a high-base effect from an exceptional performance in July 2024. Total sales dropped to 19,64,213 units, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The decline, while appearing significant on paper,… Continue reading High-Base Effect Breaks Indian Auto’s Three-Month Growth Run
TVS eyes new markets for iQube e-scooter in rural India
TVS Motor Co, which has topped the electric two-wheeler market for the last four months running, is looking to up the ante for its iQube electric scooter. One of the strategic moves is to target growing demand for scooterisation in rural India with its zero-emission scooter. Renewed consumer activity in rural India as a result… Continue reading TVS eyes new markets for iQube e-scooter in rural India