The European Commission has imposed millions in terms of millions against 15 car manufacturers due to a cartel in connection with recycling, scrapped vehicles. The VW Group has to pay the highest fine with around 128 million euros, as the Commission announced on Tuesday. Mercedes had disclosed the cartel in Brussels and therefore escapes a… Continue reading German FAZ: EU Commission imposes millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers 009105
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Tata Motors Reclaims No. 2 Title in Retail Car Market After 7-Month Gap
Tata Motors has reclaimed its position as India’s second-largest car brand by retail sales, edging past Mahindra & Mahindra and Hyundai Motor India in March, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The Mumbai-based automaker sold 48,462 passenger vehicles (PVs) last month, regaining the runner-up spot in retail sales rankings… Continue reading Tata Motors Reclaims No. 2 Title in Retail Car Market After 7-Month Gap
Hero MotoCorp Leads FY25 2-Wheeler Retail Sales; Market Share Dips
Despite strong competition from Honda, Hero MotoCorp retained its leadership in domestic two-wheeler retail sales during the financial year 2025.However, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India significantly narrowed the market share gap, with Hero MotoCorp witnessing a second consecutive year of decline. Data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) shows a close battle in… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp Leads FY25 2-Wheeler Retail Sales; Market Share Dips
No.4 Twice in a Row: What’s Behind Hyundai Motor India’s Underperformance
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL), the long-standing second-largest car seller in the country, is facing intensified competition, reflected in its retail sales performance over the past two months. We look at what could be leading to this setback for the Korean car brand. No.4 Twice in a Row According to data released by the Federation… Continue reading No.4 Twice in a Row: What’s Behind Hyundai Motor India’s Underperformance
Tata Punch outpunches rivals to be SUV No. 1 in FY2025
A month before FY2025 closed, the Tata Punch and the Hyundai Creta were separated by 2,041 units in their race to be India’s No. 1 SUV in FY2025. Now with March 2025 numbers factored in, the Tata Punch with estimated wholesales of 196,567 units has beaten the Hyundai Creta (194,871 units) by 1,696 units. This… Continue reading Tata Punch outpunches rivals to be SUV No. 1 in FY2025
Is the ‘Golden Era’ of Premium-led Auto Sales Growth Coming to an End?
India’s auto industry is undergoing a subtle but significant transformation. Urban auto sales, which have fueled growth since the lifting of COVID-19 lockdowns, are beginning to slow, while rural markets are showing initial signs of stabilization. This shift could reshape the fortunes of automakers in the coming years if current trends persist. Companies like Kia,… Continue reading Is the ‘Golden Era’ of Premium-led Auto Sales Growth Coming to an End?
Honda, TVS & Suzuki – The Gainers of FY25 Two-Wheeler Market
The financial year ending March 2025 (FY25) marked a period of significant transition within the Indian two-wheeler (2W) market. While the overall segment posted moderate growth, the competitive landscape saw notable shifts, particularly with Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) making substantial inroads, according to the latest retail sales data from the Federation of Automobile… Continue reading Honda, TVS & Suzuki – The Gainers of FY25 Two-Wheeler Market
M&M Emerges as the Big Winner in FY25 as Rivals Slip
In a year marked by moderate growth and shifting consumer preferences, Mahindra & Mahindra has emerged as the undisputed star performer in India’s passenger vehicle market, posting a remarkable 19.95% year-on-year growth while industry veterans fought to maintain their positions. The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) released its comprehensive analysis of the financial year… Continue reading M&M Emerges as the Big Winner in FY25 as Rivals Slip
Passenger Vehicle Retail Sales Rebound in March, Breaking Months-Long Slump
In a welcome sign for India’s automotive sector, passenger vehicle (PV) retail sales registered an impressive 6.26% year-over-year growth in March 2025, reaching 350,603 units compared to 329,946 units in March 2024, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The March growth represents a significant turnaround after months of subdued… Continue reading Passenger Vehicle Retail Sales Rebound in March, Breaking Months-Long Slump
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The European Commission has imposed millions in terms of millions against 15 car manufacturers due to a cartel in connection with recycling, scrapped vehicles. The VW Group has to pay the highest fine with around 128 million euros, as the Commission announced on Tuesday. Mercedes had disclosed the cartel in Brussels and therefore escapes a… Continue reading German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers009100