Global brokerages give thumbs up to India’s evolving EV policy

The policy shift is also expected to expand India’s charging infrastructure, benefiting key suppliers. Global brokerages and financial services majors have hailed India’s evolving electric vehicle (EV) policy which would help companies like Tesla to enter the country in a seamless way. According to Nomura, India’s EV policy will fast-track electric vehicle adoption, making it… Continue reading Global brokerages give thumbs up to India’s evolving EV policy

Kia Syros SUV Receives 20,163 Bookings Following February Launch

In a significant development for India’s automotive sector, Kia India’s recently launched Syros SUV has garnered substantial market interest, accumulating 20,163 bookings since its introduction. The vehicle, positioned in the sub-compact SUV segment, has demonstrated notable customer preferences in its initial sales patterns. Market data reveals a strong inclination towards petrol variants, which constitute 67%… Continue reading Kia Syros SUV Receives 20,163 Bookings Following February Launch

The genesis of self-propelled buses and vans

It would be reasonable to assume that motorised commercial vehicles came some time later than cars, considering how puny the very first cars were. Take the Benz Viktoria of 1893, for instance: its single cylinder put out just 3hp. But you would be dead wrong: that very car was used to create the first combustion-engined… Continue reading The genesis of self-propelled buses and vans

Chips ahoy: Why computing giants suddenly care about cars

If you pay any attention to the world of tech or the stock market, you’ve probably heard of Nvidia. And if you haven’t, you will definitely know car firms that use the American tech giant’s hardware or software in some capacity: Tesla, Volvo, JLR, Mercedes-Benz, BYD, Hyundai and more. Basically, in the coming era, when… Continue reading Chips ahoy: Why computing giants suddenly care about cars

Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny

Spinny, India’s used car platform, reported a 50% increase in vehicle inspections across Telangana in 2024, with home deliveries rising by 35%. The company’s data indicates that online car purchases have stabilized at 34%, reflecting sustained consumer confidence in digital transactions for pre-owned vehicles. Women buyers have increased their participation in the market, doubling from… Continue reading Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny

Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh

Vehicle safety has now become a major consideration when buying a new car or SUV. To keep up with the increasing demand for safer vehicles, carmakers have introduced more safety features in recent years. Here’s a list of the most affordable cars and SUVs in India that offer six airbags, either on some variants or… Continue reading Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh

MRF Is the Official Tyre Partner for the British Rally Championship

Following its success in the European Rally and Italian Gravel Rally Championships, MRF is now entering the British Rally Championship (BRC) as one of its official tyre suppliers. James Williams’ Hyundai i20 N and Max McRae’s Citroen C3 Rally2 cars will both use MRF tyres during the season, which kicks off with the East Riding… Continue reading MRF Is the Official Tyre Partner for the British Rally Championship

India to cap investment in EV charging for tariff relief as Tesla entry looms, document shows

The government’s plan comes just as Tesla gets closer to entering India with imported cars, having finalised two locations for showrooms. India’s EV policy, which offers import tax cuts for foreign automakers investing in the country, will restrict them from using funds spent on charging infrastructure for such relief, increasing their car manufacturing, a government… Continue reading India to cap investment in EV charging for tariff relief as Tesla entry looms, document shows

Maruti Suzuki to Phase Out Ciaz by April 2025

Amid declining sales and a market shift toward SUVs, Maruti Suzuki is set to discontinue the Ciaz mid-size sedan. Autocar Professional has learned that production will cease by March 2025, with sales expected to end by April. While Maruti Suzuki has denied the suggestion in an official statement—terming it “incorrect”—multiple industry sources confirmed the development.… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki to Phase Out Ciaz by April 2025

Fronx and Jimny 5-Door shipments to Japan power Maruti Suzuki export growth story

Maruti Suzuki continues to expand its lead over Hyundai Motor India in passenger vehicle exports. As per the latest industry exports data released by SIAM for the first 10 months of the current fiscal, Maruti Suzuki has shipped 272,423 units, up 20% YoY, and is ahead of Hyundai Motor India (136,886 PVs) by 135,537 units… Continue reading Fronx and Jimny 5-Door shipments to Japan power Maruti Suzuki export growth story