Another official estimated that the automobile industry could collectively spend at least ₹20–30 crore on printing and distributing the posters, which are expected to be placed at dealerships by the end of this week. New Delhi: The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has directed automobile manufacturers, including carmakers and two-wheeler companies, to display posters at… Continue reading Automakers asked to display GST price cut posters with PM Modi’s photo
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FADA warns of stock build-up, seeks inventory discipline by automakers to protect dealer viability
Since automakers are currently not billing dealers with new inventory, any sales made by dealers until September 22 will reduce the cess balance. India’s automobile dealers on Tuesday flagged the build-up of unsold stock as a critical threat to their financial health, warning that “dead inventory, thin margins and costly training” are undermining business viability… Continue reading FADA warns of stock build-up, seeks inventory discipline by automakers to protect dealer viability
World NM: Suzuki Swift Hits Big Milestone, Over 10 Million Units Delivered Since 2004001941
Back in July 2025, the Suzuki Motor Corporation sold its 10 millionth Swift. A milestone that few models have achieved in this industry, this watershed moment would not have been possible without continued improvements over no fewer than four generations. Of the more than 10 million units delivered thus far across more than 170 countries,… Continue reading World NM: Suzuki Swift Hits Big Milestone, Over 10 Million Units Delivered Since 2004001941
@Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum
JDM stands for “Japan Domestic Market.” For many overseas enthusiasts of Japanese cars, particularly those in the U.S. and the U.K., the acronym has a special meaning, one that is synonymous with the culture of customizing Japanese export models to emulate JDM specifications or importing JDM cars from Japan. In the 1980s and 1990s, a… Continue reading @Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum
@Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum
JDM stands for “Japan Domestic Market.” For many overseas enthusiasts of Japanese cars, particularly those in the U.S. and the U.K., the acronym has a special meaning, one that is synonymous with the culture of customizing Japanese export models to emulate JDM specifications or importing JDM cars from Japan. In the 1980s and 1990s, a… Continue reading @Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum
Gadkari Sets 5-Year Target to Make India’s Auto Industry World’s No. 1
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has set an ambitious target for India’s automobile sector, to make it the world’s largest within the next five years. Speaking at the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations’ (FADA) 7th Auto Retail Conclave, Gadkari said the combination of cost competitiveness, quality, skilled manpower, and rapid adoption… Continue reading Gadkari Sets 5-Year Target to Make India’s Auto Industry World’s No. 1
EV Transition a Long-Term Journey, Not a 4-6 Month Shift: Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has reiterated that India’s move towards electric mobility will be a gradual, long-term process and not something that can be achieved overnight. Speaking at the 7th Auto Retail Conclave of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), Gadkari underscored that the transition is part of a… Continue reading EV Transition a Long-Term Journey, Not a 4-6 Month Shift: Gadkari
ASDC Hosts 14th Annual Conclave on Tech-Driven Automotive Skilling
The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) conducted its 14th Annual Conclave 2025 with the theme “Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow,” focusing on skilling requirements for the automotive sector’s future. The event featured government officials, industry executives, and academic representatives discussing workforce development strategies. ASDC President F.R. Singhvi presented the organization’s 2024-25 performance report, detailing partnerships with… Continue reading ASDC Hosts 14th Annual Conclave on Tech-Driven Automotive Skilling
Auto sector, skills crucial for India’s $30 trillion goal: CV Raman
India’s aspiration to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047 will depend significantly on the growth of the automotive sector and the ability to skill its workforce for future technologies, said CV Raman, former Chief Technology Officer and current executive committee member at Maruti Suzuki India while speaking at the Automotive Skills Development Council’s Annual… Continue reading Auto sector, skills crucial for India’s $30 trillion goal: CV Raman
Suzuki readies 48V ‘Super Ene-Charge’ Hybrid tech
Suzuki Motor Corporation has begun work on its next-generation 48V ‘Super Ene-Charge’ (SEC) hybrid system as a key part of its global carbon-neutral strategy for the coming decade. The company announced a series of initiatives like Lightweight and Safe Vehicle Bodies, Efficient ICE and CNF Technologies, Battery-Lean BEV/HEV tech, Software Defined vehicle (SDV) and also… Continue reading Suzuki readies 48V ‘Super Ene-Charge’ Hybrid tech