Overall automobile exports saw an increase of 26 per cent to 16,85,761 units in the second quarter as against 13,35,343 units in the year-ago period. Automobile exports from India rose 26 per cent year-on-year in September quarter driven by highest-ever shipments of passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers during the period, as per the latest data… Continue reading Automobile exports rise 26% in Q2 as passenger vehicles, two-wheeler shipments spur
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Maruti Suzuki’s UV Share Falls to 23% in H1 FY2026, Mahindra’s Rises to 22%
The first half of FY2026 is over, one which saw the passenger vehicle industry register wholesales of 2.05 million units, down 1.4% YoY. Of this, utility vehicles (UVs) accounted for 353,270 units, up 0.7% and 66% of PV sales, up from the 64% share they had a year ago. The latest wholesales data from apex… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki’s UV Share Falls to 23% in H1 FY2026, Mahindra’s Rises to 22%
Dhanteras 2025 Ignites Record Auto Retail: Over 1 Lakh Cars Likely Delivered, Generating $1 Billion in Revenue in a Day
India’s automotive industry is celebrating a historic Dhanteras, with over one lakh passenger vehicles likely to be delivered across the two-day festive window — the highest-ever single-day retail tally for the sector. The milestone translates into an estimated ₹8,000–₹8,500 crore (over $1 billion) in turnover, underscoring the combined force of festive optimism, GST 2.0–driven affordability,… Continue reading Dhanteras 2025 Ignites Record Auto Retail: Over 1 Lakh Cars Likely Delivered, Generating $1 Billion in Revenue in a Day
Honda Scooter Market Share Falls to 39%, TVS’ Rises to 29% in First-Half FY2026
Powered by its best-ever monthly sales of 733,391 units in September 2025, the Indian scooter industry, which hit record wholesales of 6.85 million units in FY2025, seems well set for another mega fiscal in FY2026. Halfway into the current fiscal year, as per SIAM wholesales data, scooter makers have clocked sales of 37,21,709 units, up… Continue reading Honda Scooter Market Share Falls to 39%, TVS’ Rises to 29% in First-Half FY2026
China-made motor sales surge in South Africa, cutting into rival brands’ market dominance
Just a few years ago, Chinese-made cars were rare on South African roads, with manufacturers seen only as fringe players. However, this is quickly changing as Chinese carmakers now outsell some established Western, American and Japanese brands. In recent years, South Africans have increasingly been buying Chinese brands like Chery and Haval, a subsidiary of… Continue reading China-made motor sales surge in South Africa, cutting into rival brands’ market dominance
India’s car titan may ride the small wonder that built its empire
In the 1990s and early 2000s, while India’s economy was opening up and its cities swelling with new ambitions, Maruti Suzuki quietly transformed the way the nation moved. It wasn’t with luxury sedans or flashy imports, but with small, unassuming hatchbacks that prioritised efficiency over extravagance. At a time when personal mobility was a distant… Continue reading India’s car titan may ride the small wonder that built its empire
Popular Vehicles Reports Mixed Q2 Performance, Expands Network with Telangana Acquisition
Popular Vehicles and Services Limited (PVSL) reported modest revenue growth of approximately 1% for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, with performance varying significantly across different vehicle segments. The Kochi-based automotive dealer experienced contrasting trends in its portfolio, with the luxury car segment growing by 14% and commercial vehicles expanding by 19% year-on-year. However,… Continue reading Popular Vehicles Reports Mixed Q2 Performance, Expands Network with Telangana Acquisition
TVS Aims to Democratise Adventure Biking in India with Apache RTX
After reshaping India’s performance motorcycling landscape with its Apache series, TVS Motor Company has now turned its attention to the rapidly expanding adventure touring category with the launch of the Apache RTX 300, marking its first foray into the segment. The company says the move is aimed at “democratising adventure motorcycling”, bringing premium rally-tourer capabilities… Continue reading TVS Aims to Democratise Adventure Biking in India with Apache RTX
Uttar Pradesh Ends Road Tax Waiver for EVs and Hybrids as Policy Expires
The Uttar Pradesh government has allowed its road tax and registration fee waiver for electric and hybrid vehicles to lapse with effect from October 13, 2025, choosing not to extend the incentives under its 2022 Electric Vehicle Policy. The waiver offered full exemption from road tax and registration charges for electric vehicles and, from mid-2024,… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh Ends Road Tax Waiver for EVs and Hybrids as Policy Expires
Top 10 Compact SUVs in H1 FY2026: Tata Nexon to Mahindra Thar
Small can also be big in the Indian SUV market. Of the nearly 100 utility vehicles and 1,000-plus variants in the domestic market, compact SUVs account for 21 models and a humongous number of variants. Of these models, 10 have made their mark in the first six months of the current fiscal year 2025, accounting… Continue reading Top 10 Compact SUVs in H1 FY2026: Tata Nexon to Mahindra Thar