In 1995, a small firm began operations in China’s Shenzhen with just 20 employees and limited capital. Just three decades later, before it even turned 30, BYD is the world’s largest electric car company, having overtaken Tesla. Its rise was fuelled not just by technology, but by sustained state backing. Estimates suggest BYD received around… Continue reading Can Budget take a leaf out of China’s BYD story to give India its own EV giant?
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Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Hits Record Volumes, Despatches Over 70,000 Units in January 2026
Strong demand following the recent GST cut, incremental volumes from the Sierra, and sustained traction for its compact SUV portfolio helped Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd post another record-high monthly performance in January 2026. The company sold 71,066 passenger vehicles across domestic and international markets during the month, a 47.1 percent year-on-year increase from 48,316… Continue reading Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Hits Record Volumes, Despatches Over 70,000 Units in January 2026
Hyundai Motor India Limited Signals Comeback Intent with Record Sales in January 2026
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) reported its highest-ever monthly domestic sales in January 2026, opening the calendar year with record volumes after a period of heightened competitive pressure in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The company sold 59,107 units in the domestic market, a 9.5 percent year-on-year increase, while total sales, including exports, rose 11.5… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India Limited Signals Comeback Intent with Record Sales in January 2026
Chinese carmakers cash in on Britain’s EV credits
Chinese carmakers are expected to cash in on Britain’s net zero mandate after it emerged that major manufacturers will have to pay rivals to avoid fines. Eight carmakers including Jaguar Land Rover and Toyota did not sell enough electric cars or low-emission vehicles last year to meet government mandates, according to an industry analysis. Four… Continue reading Chinese carmakers cash in on Britain’s EV credits
German FAZ: VW alone at home010501
The VW Golf is once again the best-selling car of the year in Germany. Despite a noticeable decline, the Wolfsburg compact car will not be dethroned in 2025 either. The SUV T-Roc, which competes in the same category, takes second place, and the medium-sized SUV Tiguan takes third place. Volkswagen therefore has the podium for… Continue reading German FAZ: VW alone at home010501
Chinese car firm Chery to open European base in Liverpool
Chery’s electric vehicle production line in Wuhu, China. The carmaker is considering building a plant in the UK as part of a ‘localisation’ strategy. Photograph: China Daily/Reuters View image in fullscreen Chery’s electric vehicle production line in Wuhu, China. The carmaker is considering building a plant in the UK as part of a ‘localisation’ strategy.… Continue reading Chinese car firm Chery to open European base in Liverpool
SIAM Presents Sustainable Mobility Solutions at India Energy Week 2026
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) showcased 16 production-ready vehicles and advanced sustainable mobility technologies at the 4th edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, held from January 27-30 at the ONGC Advanced Training Institute in Goa, to demonstrate the automobile industry’s progress toward India’s decarbonisation goals. The Sustainable Mobility Pavilion, located in Hall… Continue reading SIAM Presents Sustainable Mobility Solutions at India Energy Week 2026
Europe’s car industry torn between protecting jobs and China profits
Which takes precedence: industry or company? This battle has always been at the heart of policy making when it comes to the automotive industry, and it’s about to get tougher. We all want car makers to survive. Without the historic names of Peugeot, Fiat, VW, Land Rover etc, there would be no automotive industry in… Continue reading Europe’s car industry torn between protecting jobs and China profits
SIAM showcases multi-fuel mobility roadmap at India Energy Week 2026
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) showcased India’s evolving sustainable mobility ecosystem at India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, highlighting the industry’s shift towards multi-fuel and multi-powertrain solutions to support the country’s decarbonisation goals. At the four-day event held from January 27 to 30 at the ONGC Advanced Training Institute in Goa, SIAM curated a… Continue reading SIAM showcases multi-fuel mobility roadmap at India Energy Week 2026
BEV Sales in Europe Jump 30% to 1.88 Million in CY2025, Hybrids up 14%, Decline Continues for Petrol, Diesel
New car sales in the European Union last year increased by 1.8% to 10.63 million units (CY2024: 10,822,831 units), with the growth facilitated by the sustained demand for both battery electric cars (BEVs) and hybrid-electric cars (HEVs). However, overall volumes remain well below pre-pandemic levels. Annual retail sales of battery electric cars rose to a… Continue reading BEV Sales in Europe Jump 30% to 1.88 Million in CY2025, Hybrids up 14%, Decline Continues for Petrol, Diesel