JLR has confirmed that PB Balaji, chief financial officer of its parent company Tata Motors, will become its new CEO from November. The appointment follows the news last week, broken by Autocar, that current CEO Adrian Mardell was retiring after 35 years with the company. Prior to becoming CEO in 2023, Mardell had been JLR’s… Continue reading Tata finance boss PB Balaji to replace Adrian Mardell as JLR CEO
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Review: Tata Motors powers up Harrier appeal with new electric variant
Tata Motors, which has recently launched the Tata Harrier EV, the all-electric version of its rugged, full-size, monocoque SUV, aims to widen the appeal of this proven product that was first introduced in India in CY2019. Since the Tata Harrier’s rollout, Tata Motors has clocked total wholesales of 142,608 units till end-June 2025, and had… Continue reading Review: Tata Motors powers up Harrier appeal with new electric variant
The Economic Times and Dassault Systèmes India launch ‘India Leadership Talks’ to accelerate manufacturing transformation
This strategic series delivers actionable insights on digital transformation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth shaping the future of Indian manufacturing. New Delhi, August 4, 2025: As India races toward its ambitious $5 trillion economy target, a critical question emerges: How can the manufacturing sector, currently contributing 17 per cent to GDP, unlock its potential to… Continue reading The Economic Times and Dassault Systèmes India launch ‘India Leadership Talks’ to accelerate manufacturing transformation
Tata Shifts Gears Globally, Mahindra Ramps Up at Home: A Pivotal Week in Indian Auto
The Indian automotive industry entered August in high gear, fueled by a potent mix of high-stakes acquisitions, ambitious EV plans, and shifting global dynamics. Leading the headlines was Tata Motors, which roared onto the global stage with its landmark €3.8 billion acquisition of Italy’s Iveco Group. Already the world’s fourth-largest maker of heavy trucks, Tata… Continue reading Tata Shifts Gears Globally, Mahindra Ramps Up at Home: A Pivotal Week in Indian Auto
Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
The Indian electric passenger vehicle industry, which comprises cars, sedans, SUVs and MPVs, is on a roll this year. The 14 manufacturers, comprising seven Indian and seven global manufacturers, have sold a total of 90,639 units between January 1 and July 31, 2025. This constitutes stellar 60% YoY growth (January-July 2024: 56,814 units) and comprises… Continue reading Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
The Indian electric passenger vehicle industry, which comprises cars, sedans, SUVs and MPVs, is on a roll this year. The 14 manufacturers, comprising seven Indian and seven global manufacturers, have sold a total of 90,639 units between January 1 and July 31, 2025. This constitutes stellar 60% YoY growth (January-July 2024: 56,814 units) and comprises… Continue reading Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
The Indian electric passenger vehicle industry, which comprises cars, sedans, SUVs and MPVs, is on a roll this year. The 14 manufacturers, comprising seven Indian and seven global manufacturers, have sold a total of 90,639 units between January 1 and July 31, 2025. This constitutes stellar 60% YoY growth (January-July 2024: 56,814 units) and comprises… Continue reading Electric car and SUV sales cross 90,000 in 7 months of 2025, hit record 15,423 units in July
Mahindra Completes SML Isuzu Buyout, Renames it SML Mahindra
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) said on Friday that it has completed the acquisition of a 58.96% controlling stake in SML Isuzu Ltd, marking its formal entry into the intermediate and light commercial vehicle (ILCV) space with significant market presence. Initially announced in April, the deal saw M&M acquire the stake from Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation… Continue reading Mahindra Completes SML Isuzu Buyout, Renames it SML Mahindra
Process Excellence: The Foundation of Competitive Business Growth
In the swiftly changing realm of modern business, where customer expectations evolve as rapidly as technological innovations, it is imperative for organizations to focus not only on operational efficiency but also on delivering consistent, high-quality results. At the heart of this transformation lies Process Excellence. Once considered a back-end function, Process Excellence has now emerged… Continue reading Process Excellence: The Foundation of Competitive Business Growth
When racing got real: The nail-biting early days of British touring cars
Gregory was also a director at Brands Hatch, so the Kent circuit staged a trial run on Boxing Day 1957 – and, this being a success, the host to the first points-scoring BSCC round in early April 1958. Enjoy full access to the complete Autocar archive at the magazineshop.com In cold and dry weather, the… Continue reading When racing got real: The nail-biting early days of British touring cars