Two-wheelers stole the spotlight in financial year 2025 as the only segment to register a high singledigit growth in volumes during the year. The year witnessed a strong uptick in rural demand, with a slew of new launches keeping the market buzzing. The growth has been timely too, given that two-wheelers remain the only segment… Continue reading FY25: A Year of Revival for the 2-Wheeler Industry
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President of India Confers Padma Vibhushan Posthumously on Osamu Suzuki
Osamu Suzuki, former Chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation and former Director & Honorary Chairman of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour, in recognition of his contributions to trade and industry. The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu during a formal ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhawan on… Continue reading President of India Confers Padma Vibhushan Posthumously on Osamu Suzuki
March 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT released figures for March pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in March 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading March 2025 new car pre-registration figures
Opinion: A Nissan-Maruti Hybrid Could Be on the Horizon
For a while now, Nissan has been struggling globally, including in India. In December, the Japanese automaker announced it was working with Honda on a global merger. However, early this year, it said talks had collapsed, reportedly over Honda’s desire to absorb Nissan as a subsidiary rather than entering a partnership with it, something that… Continue reading Opinion: A Nissan-Maruti Hybrid Could Be on the Horizon
Maruti Suzuki to Equip All Cars with Six Airbags This Year, Says Chairman Bhargava
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, the country’s largest car manufacturer, will equip all of its vehicles with six airbags in the ongoing year, aligning with the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance passenger safety, the company’s Chairman RC Bhargava said on Thursday. “We will be having six airbags in virtually all our cars this year,” Bhargava said… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki to Equip All Cars with Six Airbags This Year, Says Chairman Bhargava
Why Maruti’s R.C. Bhargava Believes Affordable Cars Are Key to India’s Growth Story; Calls for Urgent Regulatory Support
Maruti Suzuki Chairman R.C. Bhargava argues that India’s once-thriving small car segment, which made car ownership accessible to millions, is losing momentum, not due to shifting consumer preferences, but because of rising affordability issues and policy stagnation. “What’s happening is people can’t afford small cars anymore,” Bhargava says, challenging the widely held belief that India’s… Continue reading Why Maruti’s R.C. Bhargava Believes Affordable Cars Are Key to India’s Growth Story; Calls for Urgent Regulatory Support
Indofast Energy and Green Tiger Mobility Partner to Convert Petrol Scooters to Electric
Indofast Energy and Green Tiger Mobility have announced a partnership to retrofit petrol two-wheelers to electric vehicles with battery-swapping capabilities in Bangalore and Delhi NCR. The program allows owners to convert their existing petrol scooters to electric starting at Rs 10,000. The conversion includes RTO approvals, insurance, and regulatory compliance at a fixed cost. Customers… Continue reading Indofast Energy and Green Tiger Mobility Partner to Convert Petrol Scooters to Electric
Maruti Suzuki Forecasts Over 7 Lakh CNG Vehicle Sales in FY26
India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL), has projected a robust rise in its compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle sales, estimating over 7 lakh units to be sold in FY26, up from 6.2 lakh units in FY25 — a growth of nearly 12.9% year-on-year. According to MSIL Chairman R.C. Bhargava, the strong demand for… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Forecasts Over 7 Lakh CNG Vehicle Sales in FY26
Maruti Suzuki Sees 9% Decline in Small Car Sales, Warns Muted Growth Without Policy Reboot
Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, has raised concerns over the continued decline in small car sales, warning that unless affordability is restored in this segment, overall passenger vehicle growth in the country will remain subdued. The automaker reported a modest 2.7% domestic sales growth in FY25, with small car sales falling by 9% during the… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Sees 9% Decline in Small Car Sales, Warns Muted Growth Without Policy Reboot
Maruti Suzuki to Launch New SUV, Commits Rs 9,000 Cr Capex in FY26
Maruti Suzuki is ramping up its product portfolio and manufacturing capacity as part of its broader strategy to sustain leadership in the Indian passenger vehicle market. According to Chairman R.C. Bhargava, the company is set to launch a new SUV later this year and has earmarked a capital expenditure of Rs 8,000–9,000 crore for FY26.… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki to Launch New SUV, Commits Rs 9,000 Cr Capex in FY26