JLR has axed design boss Gerry McGovern, sources inside the firm have told Autocar and Autocar India. It is understood that the brand’s chief creative officer was asked to leave the firm on Monday and his position was terminated with immediate effect. Autocar India’s source suggested McGovern was “escorted out of the office”, although the exact details… Continue reading JLR axes design boss Gerry McGovern
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The one-off Lister-Jaguar ‘Costin’ going for glory in the RAC TT Celebration – Goodwood
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Tata AutoComp Acquires IAC Sweden Assets, Establishes Artifex Systems AB
Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd. has finalized the acquisition of International Automotive Components Group Sweden AB’s assets, marking a significant expansion of the Indian manufacturer’s European operations. The acquired entity, which generates approximately USD 800 million in annual revenue, will operate under the new name Artifex Systems AB. The transaction positions Tata AutoComp to strengthen relationships… Continue reading Tata AutoComp Acquires IAC Sweden Assets, Establishes Artifex Systems AB
Tata EV Share Rises to 42% in November, Vinfast Moves up to Seventh Amongst 17 E-PV OEMs
After the heady month of October 2025, which registered the highest-ever passenger vehicle retail sales of 550,000-plus units including a record 19,000 electric SUVs, MPVs, cars and sedans, November retail sales numbers are a lot more sedate. As per new electric vehicle registration and delivery data on the Vahan portal (December 2, 7am), a total… Continue reading Tata EV Share Rises to 42% in November, Vinfast Moves up to Seventh Amongst 17 E-PV OEMs
October 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT released figures for October pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in October 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading October 2025 new car pre-registration figures
Tata Motors PV Surges to SUV Leadership with Nexon and Punch as Competition Intensifies
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd, the newly renamed passenger vehicle arm of Tata Motors following the October 2025 demerger, strengthened its position in the Indian market in November by securing the top two spots in the SUV segment. The Nexon and Punch finished as the best selling SUVs of the month. The Nexon posted 22,434… Continue reading Tata Motors PV Surges to SUV Leadership with Nexon and Punch as Competition Intensifies
CAFE Debate: Maruti Hits Back, Calls Weight-Based Relief ‘Global Practice’
The proposal to introduce a weight-based emission relief for small cars under the forthcoming Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE-3) norms has opened up one of the most visible rifts in India’s auto industry in recent years. When 19 members of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) voted on the issue, only two—Maruti Suzuki India… Continue reading CAFE Debate: Maruti Hits Back, Calls Weight-Based Relief ‘Global Practice’
Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles Posts 29% Growth with 35,539 Unit Sales in November 2025
Tata Motors Limited registered total commercial vehicle sales of 35,539 units in November 2025, up 29% from 27,636 units in November 2024, driven by strong domestic demand and international market expansion, the company announced on Sunday. Domestic sales reached 32,753 units in November 2025 compared to 26,183 units in the same month last year, marking… Continue reading Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles Posts 29% Growth with 35,539 Unit Sales in November 2025
SUV and Car Makers Sell 388,000 Units in November, Mahindra Regains No. 2 Position From Tata
After a record-breaking festive month of October 2025, when the passenger vehicle (PV) industry delivered a record 565,326 units, November 2025 retail sales at an estimated 388,624 units are a more sobering market reality. Nevertheless, they are the third highest monthly sales in the current calendar year, with January 2025 (473,520 units) being the second… Continue reading SUV and Car Makers Sell 388,000 Units in November, Mahindra Regains No. 2 Position From Tata
Look back in anger: digital mirrors need a rethink
The BMW 7 Series I’m currently testing shows how it should be done: it’s a big car and use of digital cameras really helps you to deal with its bulk. I’m sure it was BMW that first offered the plan-perspective parking aid which it now calls Surround View. It’s a composite image, delivered as if… Continue reading Look back in anger: digital mirrors need a rethink