Despite the raft of popular SUVs which are the growth drivers of the utility vehicle market, a clutch of multi-purpose vehicles led by the Maruti Ertiga, Toyota Innova and the Kia Carens continue to draw buyers with their high level of practicality and ability to transport seven people and their luggage in comfort. In fact, each… Continue reading Top 10 MPVs in April-Oct: Maruti Ertiga Tops but Toyota Innova Hycross and Kia Carens Shine
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EV Motor Supply Chains Shift Away From Rare Earth Reliance: IDTechEx
China’s 2025 rare earth export licensing system has disrupted EV motor production globally, with manufacturers including Maruti Suzuki, Lucid Motors, Ford, Suzuki Motor, Bajaj Auto, and Ather Energy forced to delay or reduce output. The restrictions target dysprosium and terbium, heavy rare earth elements used in the neodymium magnets that account for 1-3kg per motor… Continue reading EV Motor Supply Chains Shift Away From Rare Earth Reliance: IDTechEx
Maruti Suzuki Invests Rs 2 Crore in AI-Powered Mobility Startup Ravity
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has invested approximately Rs 2 crore in Ravity Software Solutions Private Limited, acquiring an equity stake of over 7.84% through its Maruti Suzuki Innovation Fund. The announcement, made on November 21, 2025, marks the automaker’s third startup investment as it seeks to enhance customer experience through data-driven technologies. Ravity Software Solutions,… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Invests Rs 2 Crore in AI-Powered Mobility Startup Ravity
Honda Puts the Brakes on Activa E and QC1 Production Since August
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), which entered the electric two-wheeler market in February this year, has not produced any electric two-wheelers between August and October 2025. This revelation comes through a perusal of the industry production numbers provided by apex body SIAM in its monthly updates of the Indian automobile industry (see nine-month production… Continue reading Honda Puts the Brakes on Activa E and QC1 Production Since August
Van Mossel buys Breeze Motor and Ocean Automotive
Van Mossel Automotive Group has hit the acquisition trail, buying dealer groups, Breeze Motor Group and Ocean Automotive for undisclosed sums. Both companies are based on the South Coast, with locations in Portsmouth, Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne and Yeovil. This expansion further strengthens Van Mossel’s position in the UK on the mainland. The acquisition includes… Continue reading Van Mossel buys Breeze Motor and Ocean Automotive
Mobec Energy Storage Solutions Approved by Major Indian Automakers
Mobec Innovation has secured approval for its energy storage solutions through a partnership with Oil Lube Systems, marking a significant development in India’s electric vehicle infrastructure landscape. The collaboration will serve major automotive manufacturers including the country’s largest passenger vehicle producer and third-largest two-wheeler manufacturer. The partnership focuses on replacing conventional diesel generators with mobile… Continue reading Mobec Energy Storage Solutions Approved by Major Indian Automakers
Honda, TVS and Hero Drive Highest-Ever Scooter Sales of 824,003 Units in October
Like the passenger vehicle and utility vehicle segments which registered their highest monthly wholesales in festive October 2025, the two-wheeler segment which comprises motorcycles, scooters and mopeds, too hit a new high . . . mainly due to manufacturers pumping up the volumes to fed a scooter-hungry market. October saw a total of 2.21 million… Continue reading Honda, TVS and Hero Drive Highest-Ever Scooter Sales of 824,003 Units in October
Maruti Suzuki Parts Network Reaches 1,500 Touchpoints Across India
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has inaugurated its 1,500th parts and accessories distributor touchpoint in Mumbai, marking a significant expansion of its after-sales service infrastructure across the country. The facility was opened by company executives S. D. Chhabra, Executive Officer, and Kohsuke Hattori, Executive Vice President for Parts, Accessories and Logistics. The distributor network now spans… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Parts Network Reaches 1,500 Touchpoints Across India
TIER IV to drive new autonomous shuttle project at National Diet, paving the way for public sector adoption
TOKYO, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TIER IV, the pioneering force behind open-source software for autonomous driving, has been selected for a flagship project funded by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The initiative will explore opportunities to accelerate the adoption of autonomous driving in the public sector. Building on the technologies and expertise… Continue reading TIER IV to drive new autonomous shuttle project at National Diet, paving the way for public sector adoption
The COOL Company Ranked Number 463 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™
NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The COOL Company today announced it ranked 463 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 31st year. The COOL Company grew 142% during this period. Continue Reading fast500… Continue reading The COOL Company Ranked Number 463 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™