The share of small cars in Maruti Suzuki’s overall sales surged past 25% during the festive period, up sharply from 16.6% before the GST rate cut announced on September 22. The turnaround, the company says, is being driven by renewed affordability and a shift in consumer sentiment following the government’s decision to reduce GST on… Continue reading Expect Some Carmakers to Revise Their Product Mix in Favour of Hatchbacks: Maruti Suzuki’s RC Bhargava
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Maruti Suzuki Q2 Net Profit Rises 7.3%; Exports Hit Record High
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) reported a 7.3% year-on-year rise in its net profit to ₹3,293 crore for the July–September quarter of FY2025–26, compared with ₹3,069 crore in the same period last year. The company’s board approved the quarterly and half-yearly financial results at its meeting on Friday. Net sales for the quarter grew 12.8%… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Q2 Net Profit Rises 7.3%; Exports Hit Record High
India a Priority Market for Honda, Sets up Project Team; May Relook at Sub-4m Space
For Japanese auto giant Honda Motor Company, India is now a key passenger vehicle market after North America and Japan. The management has set up a dedicated project team for India to chart an aggressive growth strategy, including the debut of its first battery electric vehicle in 2027 and a strengthened focus on electric and… Continue reading India a Priority Market for Honda, Sets up Project Team; May Relook at Sub-4m Space
Honda’s Electric Cars in India to Get CATL Battery From Indonesia
As Honda Motor Company announced its first battery electric car for India, the O Series Alpha, slated for launch in 2027, the automaker outlined a regional sourcing strategy for batteries to reduce dependence on direct imports from China. The model here will use battery cells supplied by the Chinese manufacturer CATL from its facility in… Continue reading Honda’s Electric Cars in India to Get CATL Battery From Indonesia
Honda to Launch 10 New Models in India by 2030, Including 7 SUVs
After Suzuki, Toyota, and Hyundai, Honda Motor Company has joined the league of global automakers announcing major product offensives in India. Having lagged in its portfolio expansion so far, the Japanese carmaker is now gearing up for an aggressive comeback with plans to launch 10 new models by 2030, including seven SUVs. “We are coming… Continue reading Honda to Launch 10 New Models in India by 2030, Including 7 SUVs
Honda to Launch 10 New Models in India by 2030, Including 7 SUVs
After Suzuki, Toyota, and Hyundai, Honda Motor Company has joined the league of global automakers announcing major product offensives in India. Having lagged in its portfolio expansion so far, the Japanese carmaker is now gearing up for an aggressive comeback with plans to launch 10 new models by 2030, including seven SUVs. “We are coming… Continue reading Honda to Launch 10 New Models in India by 2030, Including 7 SUVs
Toyota lines up Mahindra, Hyundai rivaling SUVs for India
Toyota has lined-up a major product expansion for India in the coming years. With record profits under its belt and rapid economic growth fuelling demand, the Japanese heavyweight is now targeting a 10 percent market share in India by the end of the decade, up from around 8 percent currently, according to Reuters. The brand… Continue reading Toyota lines up Mahindra, Hyundai rivaling SUVs for India
ACMA Mobility Foundation Addresses Taxation and ESG Challenges in Auto Sector
The ACMA Mobility Foundation (AMF), in collaboration with KPMG, organized a conference titled “Decoding Taxation & ESG: Preparing Businesses for India’s Evolving Regulatory Environment” in the capital today. The forum addressed critical issues surrounding emerging regulatory frameworks, tax reforms, and the incorporation of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles within the automotive industry. Dr. Hanif… Continue reading ACMA Mobility Foundation Addresses Taxation and ESG Challenges in Auto Sector
Nissan Motor India Reaches 1.2 Million Vehicle Export Milestone
Nissan Motor India exported its 1.2 millionth vehicle from the country on October 30, 2025, with a Magnite B-SUV bound for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region shipped from Kamarajar Port in Tamil Nadu. The milestone reflects the company’s decade-long export operations from India to 65 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and… Continue reading Nissan Motor India Reaches 1.2 Million Vehicle Export Milestone
Nissan Motor India Reaches 1.2 Million Vehicle Export Milestone
Nissan Motor India exported its 1.2 millionth vehicle from the country on October 30, 2025, with a Magnite B-SUV bound for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region shipped from Kamarajar Port in Tamil Nadu. The milestone reflects the company’s decade-long export operations from India to 65 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and… Continue reading Nissan Motor India Reaches 1.2 Million Vehicle Export Milestone