JLR still unable to restart production as MPs call for government help

JLR is still unable to build any cars at any of its global factories three weeks on from a cyber attack that crippled its business – and worries are now growing that those in its supply chain could go bankrupt. The Jaguar and Land Rover maker was targeted by hackers on 1 September and is… Continue reading JLR still unable to restart production as MPs call for government help

Tata Motors crosses 25,000 public charging stations for electric SCVs; inks pacts for 25,000 more

Tata Motors on Monday announced that it has crossed the milestone of 25,000 public charging stations for its electric small commercial vehicles (SCVs), making the chargers accessible across 150 cities, including Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad. According to the official press release, the company said that the network will enhance last-mile operators’ confidence with… Continue reading Tata Motors crosses 25,000 public charging stations for electric SCVs; inks pacts for 25,000 more

Maruti Victrois scores 5-star Global NCAP rating

The Maruti Victoris has achieved a five-star Global NCAP rating. This comes close on the heels of the SUV also securing a 5-star rating under the Bharat NCAP (BNCAP) crash tests. In the Global NCAP result announced today, the Victoris recorded an Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) score of 33.72 out of 34 and a Child… Continue reading Maruti Victrois scores 5-star Global NCAP rating

JSW MG, Royal Enfield Lead as Dealer Satisfaction Jumps 13 Points: FADA

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released the results of its Dealer Satisfaction Study 2025, conducted in partnership with Singapore-based PremonAsia. Based on feedback from over 1,800 dealer principals representing nearly 5,000 outlets across India, the study ranks JSW MG Motor as the top performer in the 4-Wheeler Mass Market and Royal Enfield… Continue reading JSW MG, Royal Enfield Lead as Dealer Satisfaction Jumps 13 Points: FADA

Exclusive: “India, for me, will be the market with the biggest growth in EVs”: Valeo Power Division CEO Xavier Dupont

The global auto industry is recalibrating its electrification plans as China grapples with slowing EV demand, Europe rethinks its 2035 combustion ban, and the US remains split between hybrids and full-electric models. Valeo Power Division CEO Xavier Dupont sees India as the standout opportunity in this shifting landscape. “For the local market, the biggest growth… Continue reading Exclusive: “India, for me, will be the market with the biggest growth in EVs”: Valeo Power Division CEO Xavier Dupont

India to need 2 lakh professionals to manage EV charging stations by 2030

Public charging points grew sharply, from just 25 in 2015 to nearly 30,000 by August Tata Power inaugurated Mumbai’s first premium MegaCharger hub near the city airport on Tuesday, adding to its 1,000-plus charging points in the city. The facility, developed with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, features eight fast DC chargers with 16 bays, aiming… Continue reading India to need 2 lakh professionals to manage EV charging stations by 2030

Tata Technologies Acquires German Engineering Firm ES-Tec Group for €75 Million

Tata Technologies has announced the acquisition of ES-Tec Group, a German automotive engineering services provider, for €75 million in cash. The deal marks the Indian company’s latest expansion into European markets as it seeks to capitalize on growing demand for advanced automotive technologies. The transaction involves the purchase of 100% equity shares in ES-Tech GmbH… Continue reading Tata Technologies Acquires German Engineering Firm ES-Tec Group for €75 Million

India to need 2 lakh staff for EV charging by 2030

Finding electricians through ITIs or local institutes was not difficult, he said, but specialised EV skills remained limited. Tata Power inaugurated Mumbai’s first premium MegaCharger hub near the city airport on Tuesday, adding to its 1,000-plus charging points in the city. The facility, developed with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, features eight fast DC chargers with… Continue reading India to need 2 lakh staff for EV charging by 2030

Scrapping 9.7 million unfit vehicles could generate ₹40,000 crore GST: Gadkari

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