Hyundai India’s Q3 profit drops 16% as operating costs surge

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) reported a decline in its consolidated third-quarter profit for FY2024-25, as higher operational costs and lower revenues impacted performance. The automobile manufacturer’s consolidated profit after tax fell to ₹11,607.34 million in the December quarter, down 15.6% from ₹13,754.69 million in the September quarter and 18.6% lower than ₹14,252.21 million in… Continue reading Hyundai India’s Q3 profit drops 16% as operating costs surge

Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Octavia vRS Estate is practical, hot-hatch quick and only £284 per month

As well as delivering impressive pace, the Octavia vRS Estate offers an incredibly spacious cabin with a massive 640 litres of boot space. The luggage capacity grows to 1,700 litres when you fold the rear seats down, and if you’ve got a caravan to haul, it can tow up to 1,800kg. Advertisement – Article continues… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Octavia vRS Estate is practical, hot-hatch quick and only £284 per month

Donald Trump is about to seriously disrupt the automotive world

The London School of Economics (and others) recently reported that he “has proposed a 100 per cent tariff on all imported vehicles”, but for some non-US factories, the figure could be higher. He mentioned “200 or 400” per cent to Fox News before adding “I don’t care” and vowed to stop foreign-built cars “destroying Detroit… Continue reading Donald Trump is about to seriously disrupt the automotive world

Car Deal of the Day: Near-50mpg Hyundai Tucson Hybrid for £232 per month

Sporty N Line trim and hybrid power 48.7mpg economy for low fuel costs £3,084 initial deposit, then £232 per month You wouldn’t know the current generation of Hyundai Tucson has been around for five years now just by looking at it; its sharp styling still looks contemporary, and 2024’s light refresh jazzed up the interior… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Near-50mpg Hyundai Tucson Hybrid for £232 per month

Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster long-term test: old-school SUV is highly engaging

Verdict In many ways the Grenadier delivers an old-school driving experience. You have to put in more effort than in a similarly priced luxury SUV, but if you enjoy driving, it offers a challenge that rewards in its own unique way. Mileage: 7,434 Efficiency: 23.2mpg I don’t normally make a New Year’s resolution, but since… Continue reading Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster long-term test: old-school SUV is highly engaging

One-off Genesis GV60 is an electric snowmobile that will rescue stranded Alpine mountaineers

If you thought the Audi Q6 e-tron off-road concept that has just been unveiled is bonkers, Genesis has decided to trump its German foe by fitting the already unconventional, attention-grabbing GV60 coupé with caterpillar tracks to create a frankly insane mountain rescue vehicle concept.  The Genesis GV60 Mountain Intervention Vehicle concept, or GV60 MIV for… Continue reading One-off Genesis GV60 is an electric snowmobile that will rescue stranded Alpine mountaineers

TVS Motor expands portfolio with new launches in Q3

TVS Motor Company has strengthened its product lineup with multiple strategic launches during the third quarter of FY25, including a new engine platform and enhanced variants of its popular models. The company unveiled the new TVS RTXD4 engine at the 2024 Motosoul bike festival in Goa, marking a significant addition to its powertrain portfolio. The… Continue reading TVS Motor expands portfolio with new launches in Q3

TVS Motor’s electric vehicle sales continue strong momentum, up 57% in Q3

TVS Motor Company’s electric vehicle division continued its strong growth trajectory, with electric scooter sales surging 57% in the third quarter of FY25, underlining the company’s successful expansion in the EV segment. The company sold 75,771 electric scooters during Q3 FY25, compared to 48,223 units in the same period last year. The cumulative EV sales… Continue reading TVS Motor’s electric vehicle sales continue strong momentum, up 57% in Q3

TVS Motor’s Q3 consolidated revenue grows 10% to Rs 11,135 cr; EV sales surge 57%

TVS Motor Company reported strong financial performance for the third quarter ended December 31, 2024, with consolidated revenue growing 10% year-over-year to Rs 11,135 crores, driven by robust sales across segments and particularly strong momentum in electric vehicles. The Chennai-based two-wheeler manufacturer achieved its highest-ever operating EBITDA margin of 11.9% during the quarter, marking a… Continue reading TVS Motor’s Q3 consolidated revenue grows 10% to Rs 11,135 cr; EV sales surge 57%

Jitendra EV partners with Battery Smart to boost EV adoption in India 

Jitendra New EV Tech Pvt. Ltd, an electric two-wheeler, has partnered with Battery Smart, a leading battery-swapping network for electric two- and three-wheelers. to integrate Battery Smart’s battery-swapping technology into Jitendra EV’s fleet, providing users with access to over 1,400 battery-swapping stations across 40 cities in India. The initiative seeks to address challenges in electric… Continue reading Jitendra EV partners with Battery Smart to boost EV adoption in India