India’s largest passenger car maker Maruti Suzuki has commissioned the first phase of its new plant in Kharkhoda, Harayana, with an initial capacity of 250,000 units and has started commercial production at the facility on Tuesday. The Kharkhoda plant in the Sonipat district of Harayana is Maruti Suzuki’s fourth manufacturing plant in the country, including… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki starts production at new Kharkhoda plant, Haryana
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Schaeffler Sees Hybrids and Automatics as Key Growth Areas in India
As India’s automotive market matures, Schaeffler is witnessing a surge in demand for automatic transmissions and hybrid technologies. The company is positioning itself to capitalise on these emerging growth areas by ramping up localisation efforts, expanding capacities, and strengthening collaborations with key automakers to meet evolving market needs. “With growing (dual-clutch transmissions) volumes, localisation is… Continue reading Schaeffler Sees Hybrids and Automatics as Key Growth Areas in India
Telangana’s used car market sees 50% surge in inspections and rising demand for luxury vehicles: Spinny
This replaces previously favored models like the Elite i20. The demand for automatic transmissions has increased from 19% in 2022 to 25% in 2024. Spinny, a used car platform, reported a significant increase in used car sales in Telangana in 2024, driven by changing consumer behavior and increased trust in online transactions. Women are a… Continue reading Telangana’s used car market sees 50% surge in inspections and rising demand for luxury vehicles: Spinny
Global brokerages give thumbs up to India’s evolving EV policy
The policy shift is also expected to expand India’s charging infrastructure, benefiting key suppliers. Global brokerages and financial services majors have hailed India’s evolving electric vehicle (EV) policy which would help companies like Tesla to enter the country in a seamless way. According to Nomura, India’s EV policy will fast-track electric vehicle adoption, making it… Continue reading Global brokerages give thumbs up to India’s evolving EV policy
Suzuki Motor to Invest Close to Rs 70,000 Crore in India in Five Years
Japanese auto giant Suzuki Motor Corp will invest close to Rs 70,000 crore in its largest market, India, over the next five years as it seeks to reverse Maruti Suzuki’s market share losses and achieve a 50% share in the world’s third-largest car market. Of the total capital investment planned, the automaker plans to invest… Continue reading Suzuki Motor to Invest Close to Rs 70,000 Crore in India in Five Years
Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny
Spinny, India’s used car platform, reported a 50% increase in vehicle inspections across Telangana in 2024, with home deliveries rising by 35%. The company’s data indicates that online car purchases have stabilized at 34%, reflecting sustained consumer confidence in digital transactions for pre-owned vehicles. Women buyers have increased their participation in the market, doubling from… Continue reading Telangana’s Used Car Market Sees 50% Growth in Vehicle Inspections, Reports Spinny
Suzuki Partners With Tata Gotion, FinDreams for EV Batteries
Suzuki Moto Corp has entered into multiple strategic partnerships with Tata Gotion, TDS Lithium-ion Battery Gujarat (TDSG), FinDreams Battery and ELIIY Power to secure a stable and sustainable battery supply for future operations. These collaborations will support Suzuki Motor’s growing electric mobility business and ensure a diversified procurement strategy. They will strengthen the company’s supply… Continue reading Suzuki Partners With Tata Gotion, FinDreams for EV Batteries
Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh
Vehicle safety has now become a major consideration when buying a new car or SUV. To keep up with the increasing demand for safer vehicles, carmakers have introduced more safety features in recent years. Here’s a list of the most affordable cars and SUVs in India that offer six airbags, either on some variants or… Continue reading Top Sedans and SUVs Under Rs 10 Lakh
Off-roading enthusiasts should be screaming for lighter batteries
The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class I reviewed recently is an intriguing car. Tell me that loading your new 4×4 with four big blokes would take it over its gross vehicle weight and normally I’d tell you that I’d rather drive a 40-year-old Suzuki SJ 410 for the rest of my days than give it the time of day. And I… Continue reading Off-roading enthusiasts should be screaming for lighter batteries
Gabriel India Partners with TracTive for Advanced Suspension Technology
In a move to strengthen its automotive suspension capabilities, Gabriel India Ltd entered into a Technical Assistance Agreement with Netherlands-based TRACTIVE SUSPENSION BV (TracTive) on February 21, 2025. The agreement grants Gabriel India exclusive rights to manufacture, sell, and distribute TracTive’s proprietary suspension adjustment technologies in the Indian market. This collaboration aims to enhance GIL’s… Continue reading Gabriel India Partners with TracTive for Advanced Suspension Technology