Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has announced that the WagonR was India’s highest-selling passenger vehicle for the financial year 2024-25, recording sales of 1,98,451 units. This marks the fourth consecutive year the hatchback has maintained its top position, having led sales since FY 2021-22. The WagonR has been a consistent performer in the Indian… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki WagonR Leads Passenger Vehicle Sales in India for Fourth Consecutive Year
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Shalender Singh Birla Steps Down As CEO (operations) Of ASK Automotive
ASK Automotive Limited announced today that Shalender Singh Birla has resigned from his position as Chief Executive Officer (Operations) for the company’s Aluminium Lightweighting Precision Solutions (ALPS) and Cable Division. Shalender Singh Birla has over two decades of leadership experience across various industries. He holds an engineering degree from IIT Delhi and a management degree… Continue reading Shalender Singh Birla Steps Down As CEO (operations) Of ASK Automotive
KPMG Releases Report on Emerging Trends in Infrastructure and Transport for 2025
KPMG has published its latest report, The Great Reset: Emerging Trends in Infrastructure and Transport 2025, analyzing key developments influencing the global infrastructure sector. The report examines how industries are adapting to climate change, economic changes, and technological advancements, offering insights for decision-makers in infrastructure and transport. The report highlights the increasing use of… Continue reading KPMG Releases Report on Emerging Trends in Infrastructure and Transport for 2025
Bilstein Group Establishes India Subsidiary, Appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as Managing Director
Bilstein Group has announced the establishment of Ferdinand Bilstein India Private Limited, marking its 23rd international subsidiary. The official opening is scheduled for April 1, 2025, as the company expands its presence in the Indian automotive aftermarket. Ramachandra Puttanna has been appointed as Managing Director – India Region. With over 35 years of industry… Continue reading Bilstein Group Establishes India Subsidiary, Appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as Managing Director
Numeros Motors Debuts India’s First NFT-Based EV Loyalty Program
Numeros Motors, an indigenous electric vehicle manufacturer, launched the first NFT-backed loyalty program in India’s automotive sector today in Bangalore. The initiative, developed with blockchain platform Polygon, will reward the first 1,000 Diplos electric vehicle buyers with unique digital collectibles. The program, called “The Journey,” features 10 distinct digital artworks with 100 editions each, depicting… Continue reading Numeros Motors Debuts India’s First NFT-Based EV Loyalty Program
Ashok Leyland and Nagaland Rural Bank Forge Strategic Financing Partnership
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nagaland Rural Bank to provide vehicle financing facilities for its customers, the companies announced on April 2, 2025. The partnership aims to deliver end-to-end financial solutions with customized monthly repayment plans for customers purchasing Ashok Leyland commercial vehicles… Continue reading Ashok Leyland and Nagaland Rural Bank Forge Strategic Financing Partnership
Freudenberg Group Reports Strong 2024 Performance
The Freudenberg Group has reported an increase in operating profit by 4.7 percent to €1.13 billion for the financial year 2024, while sales grew slightly by 0.4 percent to €11.95 billion despite negative currency effects of €76.9 million. The company’s profit margin improved to 9.5 percent from 9.1 percent in the previous year, with an… Continue reading Freudenberg Group Reports Strong 2024 Performance
Suzuki Motorcycle India Reports Record Annual Sales of 12.56 Lakh Units in FY2024-25
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) has announced record annual sales of 12.56 lakh units for the financial year 2024-25, marking an 11% growth compared to the previous year. The two-wheeler subsidiary of Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation achieved domestic sales of 10.45 lakh units, up 14% from FY2023-24. The company registered its highest-ever monthly sales… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India Reports Record Annual Sales of 12.56 Lakh Units in FY2024-25
Leapmotor to have a six-car line-up in the UK by 2027
Leapmotor will have six cars in its UK line-up by 2027 as it looks to solidify its place as the latest Chinese electric car maker cutting through here. The firm, whose international business is 51% owned by global giant Stellantis, already sells a Dacia Spring rival, the T03, and has just launched the C10 large SUV. A range-extender version will arrive at… Continue reading Leapmotor to have a six-car line-up in the UK by 2027
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.134)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast Matt Prior arrives on the scene with an engine in the boot of his car. Steve Cropley talks the ‘spirit of MG’ artwork, why you can feel elements of carmakers in someone else’s cars, and more besides, including your correspondence. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast.… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.134)