Automakers push back against India’s proposed emission norms

The final policy direction could define India’s clean mobility landscape for years, as the government navigates the delicate balance between climate goals and economic realities for a country of 1.4 billion people. India’s auto industry is raising concerns over the government’s ambitious proposal to slash carbon emissions by a third starting 2027, calling the move… Continue reading Automakers push back against India’s proposed emission norms

Maruti Suzuki Sales Decline in June, Exports Hit Record High

Maruti Suzuki India Limited reported total sales of 167,993 units for June 2025, reflecting a year-on-year decline from 179,228 units sold in June 2024. Despite the dip in overall numbers, the company recorded its highest-ever monthly exports, reaching 37,842 units during the month. Domestic passenger vehicle (PV) sales stood at 118,906 units in June 2025,… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Sales Decline in June, Exports Hit Record High

Suzuki Motorcycle India Sells 95,244 Units in June 2025, Marks 8% Year-on-Year Growth

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the Indian two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, recorded total sales of 95,244 units in June 2025, reflecting an 8% increase over the 88,287 units sold in June 2024. Within this figure, domestic sales accounted for 73,934 units, marking a 4% growth from 71,086 units in the same… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India Sells 95,244 Units in June 2025, Marks 8% Year-on-Year Growth

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Appoints Paramjit Singh Chadha as Managing Director

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited announced Monday that Paramjit Singh Chadha has joined the company as Managing Director. The appointment takes effect immediately at the Chennai-based subsidiary of German automotive technology group ZF. Chadha brings 40 years of experience in the automotive sector to his new role. He began his career at Maruti… Continue reading ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Appoints Paramjit Singh Chadha as Managing Director

India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

India’s automotive industry displayed mixed performance in May 2025, with passenger vehicle domestic wholesale volumes moderating while other segments showed signs of recovery, according to a BNP Paribas Exane research report released on June 3, 2025. The passenger vehicle segment experienced a slowdown in domestic wholesale growth during May, though utility vehicle manufacturers continued to… Continue reading India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

India’s automotive industry displayed mixed performance in May 2025, with passenger vehicle domestic wholesale volumes moderating while other segments showed signs of recovery, according to a BNP Paribas Exane research report released on June 3, 2025. The passenger vehicle segment experienced a slowdown in domestic wholesale growth during May, though utility vehicle manufacturers continued to… Continue reading India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

India’s automotive industry displayed mixed performance in May 2025, with passenger vehicle domestic wholesale volumes moderating while other segments showed signs of recovery, according to a BNP Paribas Exane research report released on June 3, 2025. The passenger vehicle segment experienced a slowdown in domestic wholesale growth during May, though utility vehicle manufacturers continued to… Continue reading India’s Automotive Sector Shows Mixed Performance in May 2025 with Selective Recovery

Sona Comstar Leads India’s Push for Rare Earth Independence as China Tightens Export Controls

Sona Comstar, one of India’s largest auto component makers and the country’s biggest importer of rare earth magnets, plans to start manufacturing rare earth magnets domestically, its CEO Vivek Vikram Singh told Reuters in an interview. The move comes as China, which produces around 90% of the world’s rare earth magnets, put restrictions in April… Continue reading Sona Comstar Leads India’s Push for Rare Earth Independence as China Tightens Export Controls

India’s PV Sales Hit a Speed Bump in June Amid Demand Fatigue

India’s passenger vehicle (PV) sector, which opened 2025 with record-breaking sales, is now beginning to exhibit early symptoms of a cyclical downturn.The sustained SUV demand that propelled the market to an all-time high of over 400,000 units in January appears to be subsiding. June volumes are projected to recede to the 325,000–335,000 range. Industry insiders… Continue reading India’s PV Sales Hit a Speed Bump in June Amid Demand Fatigue

Opinion: Do Indians like Cars That Have the ‘Family Look’

A friend of mine wanted a second vehicle for the family – larger and in the same SUV body style. He has a Venue, which he is very happy with. “Go for a Creta then,” I told him. “No… they look similar. Have you lined up the Exter, Venue, Creta and Alcazar side by side?… Continue reading Opinion: Do Indians like Cars That Have the ‘Family Look’