India’s passenger vehicle market, with 31,39,288 units or 3.13 million units in the April-December 2024 period, is well set to surpass the 4-million-units mark for the second fiscal year in a row. In FY2024, India PV Inc had registered record wholesales of 4.21 million cars, SUVs, MPVs and vans, an increase of 8% over FY2023’s… Continue reading Trading places: UV share of PVs jumps to 65%, car share plunges to 31% in April-Dec
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@VW Group: “Flexibility is the key to success”009841
Top manager Barbara Bergmeier, Jaguar Land Rover’s Executive Director of Industrial Operations, oversees the entire ecosystem for vehicle production. Her responsibilities include production, procurement, and the supply chain. She is supported by Dr. Heiko Gierhardt, Director Material Fulfilment, who is in charge of the supply chain and component delivery to the plants. In an exclusive interview with Porsche… Continue reading @VW Group: “Flexibility is the key to success”009841
Tata’s Vivek Srivatsa: Now is the ideal time to launch 4WD
After a long gap, Tata Motors will re-enter the four-wheel drive SUV market with the Harrier EV, which the brand showcased at the Auto Expo 2025. Speaking to Autocar India, Vivek Srivatsa, chief commercial officer of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, said, “It’s a good time for us to do this [4WD]. For the longest time,… Continue reading Tata’s Vivek Srivatsa: Now is the ideal time to launch 4WD
Skoda to resume bookings for the Kylaq Classic variant from January 27
Skoda will reopen bookings of the Kylaq Classic variant from January 27, and has said that deliveries and test drives will begin next week, too. Prices for the Kylaq start at Rs 7.89 lakh and go up to Rs 14.40 lakh (ex-showroom). Skoda Kylaq Classic bookings to reopen from Monday In December, within 10 days… Continue reading Skoda to resume bookings for the Kylaq Classic variant from January 27
Seven ways Skoda tweaked its playbook for Kylaq launch
Skoda Auto India is adopting a more localized and strategic approach with the launch of the Kylaq compact SUV, focusing on catering to the unique demands of the Indian market while aiming to strengthen its presence in the country’s highly competitive compact SUV segment. Autocar Professional analyzes the company’s new launch strategy. 1. New Marketing StrategyThe journey… Continue reading Seven ways Skoda tweaked its playbook for Kylaq launch
Skoda targets 75,000 Kylaq units, eyes 8% compact SUV market share
With an eye on breaking into the mainstream, Skoda Auto India is banking on its most affordable compact SUV, the Kylaq, to participate in the growing segment. The company has set itself a steep target of garnering an 8% segment share in this market dominated by formidable brands like Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai… Continue reading Skoda targets 75,000 Kylaq units, eyes 8% compact SUV market share
Skoda targets breakthrough in India’s compact SUV market with Kylaq
Skoda Auto India is launching the Kylaq, a compact SUV designed to challenge established players in India’s competitive automotive market. The vehicle represents a strategic pivot for the company, aiming to transition from a premium niche brand to a volume manufacturer. The Kylaq enters a segment dominated by brands like Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza,… Continue reading Skoda targets breakthrough in India’s compact SUV market with Kylaq
Kia India maintains 8% share of Kia global sales in CY2024
Kia Corporation has announced its CY2024 annual business results, highlighting a strong performance amid uncertain global market conditions. The Korean automaker registered total global sales of 3,089,300 units in CY2024, a 0.1% increase year on year. In CY2024, Kia sold a total of 638,000 electrified vehicles, a 10.9% YoY increase. Kia’s electrified models accounted for… Continue reading Kia India maintains 8% share of Kia global sales in CY2024
Digital Transformation Market in Oil and Gas to Grow by USD 56.4 Billion (2025-2029), Driven by Investments and Partnerships, Report Highlights AI-Driven Transformation – Technavio
NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Report with the AI impact on market trends – The global digital transformation market in oil and gas industry size is estimated to grow by USD 56.4 billion from 2025-2029, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 14.5% during the forecast period. Rise in… Continue reading Digital Transformation Market in Oil and Gas to Grow by USD 56.4 Billion (2025-2029), Driven by Investments and Partnerships, Report Highlights AI-Driven Transformation – Technavio
Allroad returns: Audi Q6 E-tron gets portal axles in off-road makeover
Audi has revealed the Q6 E-tron Off-Road concept as a hardcore, go-anywhere version of its latest electric SUV. Described as “Quattro redefined”, the bulked-up Q6 E-tron Sportback has been extensively modified for venturing off the Tarmac, with a heavy visual makeover, a massive suspension lift and chunky all-terrain tyres. Full technical details remain to be… Continue reading Allroad returns: Audi Q6 E-tron gets portal axles in off-road makeover