Deep Drive Podcast: What’s up at Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki in India?

We explore the current developments at Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki, focusing on the strategies each manufacturer is adopting to maintain their presence in the Indian market. We discuss what’s happening at Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki and the approaches the manufacturers are taking to stay relevant in India. [embedded content] Go to Source

Tata Elxsi Reports Rs 892.1 Crore Revenue for Q1 FY26 Despite Market Challenges

Tata Elxsi reported operating revenue of Rs 892.1 crore for the first quarter of financial year 2025-26, ending June 30, 2025. The company maintained an EBITDA margin of 20.9% and profit before tax margin of 21.1% during a period marked by market uncertainties. The Bangalore-based design and technology services provider posted profit after tax of… Continue reading Tata Elxsi Reports Rs 892.1 Crore Revenue for Q1 FY26 Despite Market Challenges

Popular Vehicles Expands into Electric Two-Wheeler Market with Ather Partnership in Chennai

Popular Vehicles and Services Limited announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Kuttukaran Cars Private Limited has received a Letter of Intent to establish Ather Energy facilities in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The company disclosed this development to the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange on July 10, 2025, in compliance with regulatory requirements. The facilities will… Continue reading Popular Vehicles Expands into Electric Two-Wheeler Market with Ather Partnership in Chennai

India automaker Mahindra, parts maker Minda eye local magnet production, sources say

Indian auto company Mahindra & Mahindra and parts maker Uno Minda are looking to make rare earth magnets locally to cut reliance on China, as New Delhi draws up incentives for production of the critical components, company and government sources told Reuters. China, which produces around 90% of the world’s rare earth magnets, put restrictions… Continue reading India automaker Mahindra, parts maker Minda eye local magnet production, sources say

Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Exactly two years after the Bengaluru-based EV start-up Oben Electric delivered its first batch of electric motorcycles on July 10, 2023, the company has surpassed cumulative retail sales of 2,000 units. As per Vahan sales numbers, Oben Electric has sold 2,077 units, comprising 634 units in CY2024 and 1,443 units between January 1 and July… Continue reading Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Exactly two years after the Bengaluru-based EV start-up Oben Electric delivered its first batch of electric motorcycles on July 10, 2023, the company has surpassed cumulative retail sales of 2,000 units. As per Vahan sales numbers, Oben Electric has sold 2,077 units, comprising 634 units in CY2024 and 1,443 units between January 1 and July… Continue reading Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Exactly two years after the Bengaluru-based EV start-up Oben Electric delivered its first batch of electric motorcycles on July 10, 2023, the company has surpassed cumulative retail sales of 2,000 units. As per Vahan sales numbers, Oben Electric has sold 2,077 units, comprising 634 units in CY2024 and 1,443 units between January 1 and July… Continue reading Oben Electric sells over 1,400 motorcycles in six months 

Hyundai Exter compact SUV sells 165,899 units in two years since launch

The Exter, Hyundai Motor India’s second compact SUV after the Venue, turns two years old today. Launched on July 10, 2023, the Exter has sold a total of 165,899 units till end-June 2025 in the domestic market and 6,490 units have been exported till April 2025. The Exter has proved to be a booster shot… Continue reading Hyundai Exter compact SUV sells 165,899 units in two years since launch

Nissan to scale back production plan for new EV due to China rare earth curbs, Kyodo reports

Nissan scales back new Leaf EV production due to parts shortage caused by China’s rare earth export curbs, reports Kyodo News. Nissan Motor is scaling back production plans for its new Leaf electric vehicle model because China’s rare earth export restrictions have led to a shortage of parts, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday. The revised… Continue reading Nissan to scale back production plan for new EV due to China rare earth curbs, Kyodo reports

German FAZ: A letter is not yet a deal009615

Toyota already comes up with creative ideas. In order to mild Donald Trump, the Japanese car manufacturer, which he produces in the United States, could import from there to his home country, and in this way reduce the trade deficit of the two countries. Another proposal that has been peaked out in the Japanese media… Continue reading German FAZ: A letter is not yet a deal009615