Sonalika Reports Record Tractor Sales of 1.53 Lakh Units, Captures 14.8% Market Share in FY25

International Tractors Limited (ITL), the manufacturer behind Sonalika and Solis tractor brands, has announced its highest-ever annual tractor sales of 1,53,764 units for the financial year 2024–25. The company also achieved a market share of 14.8%, marking a new milestone in its operations. The growth was driven by strong performance in the domestic market and… Continue reading Sonalika Reports Record Tractor Sales of 1.53 Lakh Units, Captures 14.8% Market Share in FY25

ARAI Sets Up Vehicle Testing Facility at NATRAX Indore 

The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, has inaugurated a new vehicle evaluation and testing office at the National Automotive Test Tracks (NATRAX) facility in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The initiative aims to improve access to homologation, certification, and advanced vehicle dynamics testing for automotive manufacturers operating in Central India.… Continue reading ARAI Sets Up Vehicle Testing Facility at NATRAX Indore 

ARAI Sets Up Vehicle Testing Facility at NATRAX Indore 

The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, has inaugurated a new vehicle evaluation and testing office at the National Automotive Test Tracks (NATRAX) facility in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The initiative aims to improve access to homologation, certification, and advanced vehicle dynamics testing for automotive manufacturers operating in Central India.… Continue reading ARAI Sets Up Vehicle Testing Facility at NATRAX Indore 

Volkswagen to Introduce the All-New Tiguan R-Line with Focus on In-Cabin Technology and Driver Convenience

Volkswagen is preparing to introduce the all-new Tiguan R-Line in India, a global SUV that places emphasis on interior technology, connectivity features, and a refined in-cabin experience. The upcoming model will expand the brand’s premium SUV portfolio, targeting customers looking for a balance of design, functionality, and digital innovation. The Tiguan R-Line will feature a… Continue reading Volkswagen to Introduce the All-New Tiguan R-Line with Focus on In-Cabin Technology and Driver Convenience

EU Seeks Elimination of Car Import Tariffs in Trade Talks With India: Reuters

The European Union is pressing India to completely remove import tariffs on cars as part of broader trade discussions, with negotiations gaining momentum after similar demands from the United States, as per a Reuters report. According to multiple sources familiar with the talks, India is considering a proposal to gradually lower these tariffs to 10%,… Continue reading EU Seeks Elimination of Car Import Tariffs in Trade Talks With India: Reuters

Tata Punch outpunches rivals to be SUV No. 1 in FY2025

A month before FY2025 closed, the Tata Punch and the Hyundai Creta were separated by 2,041 units in their race to be India’s No. 1 SUV in FY2025. Now with March 2025 numbers factored in, the Tata Punch with estimated wholesales of 196,567 units has beaten the Hyundai Creta (194,871 units) by 1,696 units. This… Continue reading Tata Punch outpunches rivals to be SUV No. 1 in FY2025

CASE India Opens New Dealership in Nashik to Strengthen Maharashtra Presence

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, has announced the opening of a new dealership, Gulati Cranes, in Nashik as part of its network expansion in Maharashtra. Located on Nashik Airport Road in Adgaon, the facility is expected to serve customers across Nashik, Dhule, Nandurbar, and Jalgaon districts by offering access to construction equipment, after-sales… Continue reading CASE India Opens New Dealership in Nashik to Strengthen Maharashtra Presence

JLR Achieves Net Cash Positive Position Following Consistent Global Demand

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced today that it has achieved its net cash positive target, a key milestone in its Reimagine strategy, following strong sales performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. The company reported wholesale volumes of 400,898 units for FY25, remaining flat year-on-year, while retail sales reached 428,854 units, representing a… Continue reading JLR Achieves Net Cash Positive Position Following Consistent Global Demand

Hyundai Motor India Launches New EXTER Hy-CNG Duo EX Variant Priced at INR 7.50 Lakh

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) today expanded its green mobility solutions by introducing a new EX variant to its EXTER Hy-CNG Duo lineup, priced at INR 7,50,700 (ex-showroom). The EXTER Hy-CNG Duo EX variant features a dual-cylinder setup that enhances boot space while delivering optimal performance for both city commutes and highway journeys. This configuration… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India Launches New EXTER Hy-CNG Duo EX Variant Priced at INR 7.50 Lakh

When I quit road testing, I want to be a driving instructor

This may well say more about my own lack of reflection on the subject than anything else, but the job of a road tester seems to me to be quite particular and the skills that it requires a little, shall we say, non-transferable. I’ve always imagined that I personally would be ill-matched to the corporate… Continue reading When I quit road testing, I want to be a driving instructor