The Eighties were an action packed decade for the Indian automotive industry and in a sense heralded the first wave of reforms. This was the time the Japanese entered the market with the focus being on two-wheelers and light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Suddenly, a host of new brands littered the landscape ranging from Honda, Suzuki,… Continue reading India at 75: When the Japanese came calling in the 1980s
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India@75: From a colony to a leading economy
The road to 75 years has not been easy, yet India has come a long way – from a country that saw its wealth drained by its colonial masters, to a major player in the global economy. Atul Thakur lists some of the milestones of each post-Independence decade.1947-1957: NEHRUVIAN SOCIALISM Unlike many other colonies, India… Continue reading India@75: From a colony to a leading economy
India at 75: RC Bhargava on how Maruti came to be and what it is today
He’s the man who steered Maruti from inception, and four decades on is still at its helm as non-executive chairman. RC Bhargava tells Hormazd Sorabjee about the most important chapter in the auto industry’s history. How do you think India’s journey has been from being a protectionist state to a liberal one after independence?India was… Continue reading India at 75: RC Bhargava on how Maruti came to be and what it is today
India at 75: 10 most significant cars since Independence
Here’s looking at the cars that defined the Indian market and the way consumers looked at cars over the past 75 years. Mahindra (CJ) Jeep (1947) It started out as something for the military, but then, just as designer Barney Roos had explained to KC Mahindra back in the day, it turned out to be… Continue reading India at 75: 10 most significant cars since Independence
Economies of scale will bring down airbag costs for OEMs: Joyson Safety Systems
With the Indian government set to mandate fitment of six airbags in all new passenger vehicle models in India, starting October 1, 2022, the industry is looking ahead at an opportunity as well as a cost challenge. While the regulation will significantly increase the volumes for airbags and its constituent child parts like the inflator,… Continue reading Economies of scale will bring down airbag costs for OEMs: Joyson Safety Systems
After Dzire, Maruti introduces CNG option in Swift
Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has just introduced the greener version of its popular Swift hatchback as part of a programme that sees the automaker expanding its petrol-CNG bi-fuel option product portfolio. While the success of its CNG models also stems from the fact that MSIL has completely exited the diesel space since April 2020 with… Continue reading After Dzire, Maruti introduces CNG option in Swift
July wholesales up 11% as OEMs gear up for festive season
The July 2022 wholesales numbers for three vehicle segments – passenger vehicles, three- and two-wheelers – were released by SIAM today. The apex industry body did not reveal the data for commercial vehicles though. Total wholesales of 17,06,545 units translate into a 10.61% year-on-year increase (July 2021: 15,42,716). While this augurs well for the industry… Continue reading July wholesales up 11% as OEMs gear up for festive season
Maruti Suzuki plots three new SUVs across key segments
Hisashi Takeuchi, MD & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India: “We should have an SUV in every segment, and we should be achieving 50% in each of these segments in India. Then we can eventually reach 50% overall.” Maruti Suzuki, the largest carmaker in India and also the passenger vehicle market leader, has been lacking a strong… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki plots three new SUVs across key segments
Get fully charged for life on two wheels
CTEK’s advice for motorcyclists enjoying the summer sun CHICAGO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — With seven weeks of summer left to enjoy, motorcyclists across America still have plenty of time to take in the sunshine and the thrill of the open road, and enjoy the ultimate feeling of freedom that comes with life on two… Continue reading Get fully charged for life on two wheels
75 years of Independence: 10 leaders who shaped India Auto Inc
Since Independence, the Indian auto industry’s destiny has been in the hands of political leaders and business heads. We pick the people who made the biggest difference. Not surprisingly, three out of 10 names on the list are from Maruti, the company that has written the most important chapter in India’s automotive history in the last… Continue reading 75 years of Independence: 10 leaders who shaped India Auto Inc