Under existing Motor Vehicles Rules, fitness tests for commercial vehicles are mandatory every two years up to eight years, and annually thereafter. Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said the Centre and states could earn up to ₹40,000 crore in goods and services tax (GST) if all of the 9.7 million unfit… Continue reading Scrapping 9.7 million unfit vehicles could generate ₹40,000 crore GST: Gadkari
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Tata Motors Launches Festive Bonanza for Small Commercial Vehicles
Tata Motors has announced a comprehensive festive offer for its Small Commercial Vehicle and Pick-up (SCVPU) segment, combining previously announced GST benefit pass-through with additional consumer incentives. The company’s “Is Tyohar Pe Uphaar” promotion provides customers with an assured gift of a 32-inch LED TV alongside consumer benefits reaching up to ₹65,000 across diesel, petrol,… Continue reading Tata Motors Launches Festive Bonanza for Small Commercial Vehicles
VIDEO: India’s Regulations Put Us on Par with the World – Shailesh Chandra
In this exclusive conversation, Shailesh Chandra, President of SIAM and MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Electric Vehicles shares his views on India’s automotive growth story, global aspirations, and the EV revolution. He explains why every company must go global to hedge risks, highlights South Africa as a key market, and notes how India’s… Continue reading VIDEO: India’s Regulations Put Us on Par with the World – Shailesh Chandra
Cyber attack could be costing JLR £5 million a day
JLR could be losing up to £5 million a day in profit as it continues to suffer the consequences of a devastating cyber attack that shut down its operations on 1 September. The shutdown of car production in the British firm’s two factories in the UK as well as those in China, India and Slovakia… Continue reading Cyber attack could be costing JLR £5 million a day
Harwoods sells Jaguar Land Rover dealerships to Dubai-based DXB Auto
Harwoods Group has sold its Jaguar Land Rover franchises along with Volvo, BMW & Mini authorised repairer operations to the Dubai based DXB Auto Investments DXB will operate the business under Southeast Motors. The employees at the Harwoods sites will transfer under Tupe to the new owners. Harwoods has JLR sites in Basingstoke, Brighton, Chihester… Continue reading Harwoods sells Jaguar Land Rover dealerships to Dubai-based DXB Auto
Jaguar Land Rover Faces Mounting Costs from Global Cyber Attack, BBC Reports
Production shutdown at multiple JLR facilities could cost automotive manufacturer approximately £5 million daily in lost profits, according to BBC analysis of former industry executive estimates, as cyber security teams work to restore systems. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) continues to grapple with the financial and operational impact of a cyber attack that has paralysed production… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover Faces Mounting Costs from Global Cyber Attack, BBC Reports
India’s Automotive Sector Eyes Global Expansion Through Self-Reliance and Export Growth
India’s automotive industry must leverage self-reliance and export capabilities to strengthen its position in the evolving global market, according to discussions at the 65th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). During the Special Plenary Session titled “Changing Global Dynamics: Implications for India in Evolving Landscape,” government officials and industry leaders outlined… Continue reading India’s Automotive Sector Eyes Global Expansion Through Self-Reliance and Export Growth
Transport Minister Gadkari Inaugurates Bharat Prawaas Awards 2025 in New Delhi
The Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI) held the Bharat Prawaas Awards 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, with Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari serving as chief guest at the ceremony. The event recognized outstanding contributions to India’s passenger mobility sector, with 63 winners selected from more than 230 nominations. The awards ceremony featured… Continue reading Transport Minister Gadkari Inaugurates Bharat Prawaas Awards 2025 in New Delhi
THE PADDOCK MONTEREY INAUGURAL EVENT A SUCCESS
“Fresh and Fun Addition to Monterey Car Week Offered Something for Everyone” MONTEREY, Calif., Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The inaugural Paddock Monterey premiered on August 15, 2025, at Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course on the Monterey Peninsula, drawing car enthusiasts, car clubs, and collectors for a relaxed, open-format celebration of car culture. The debut… Continue reading THE PADDOCK MONTEREY INAUGURAL EVENT A SUCCESS
Automakers asked to display GST price cut posters with PM Modi’s photo
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