This means each year, permissible emission of the entire fleet of vehicles of each OEM will be lower and each OEM has to show its AAFC to be less than or equal to the standard fixed for that year. New Delhi: The most important question arising from the push, predominantly by one large OEM, for… Continue reading OEMs cry foul over ‘new subcategory’ of small cars under CAFE-3, cite safety concerns
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India’s Auto Retail Shows Resilience in November Despite Post-Festive Slowdown
India’s automobile retail sector demonstrated unexpected resilience in November 2025, posting a 2.14% year-on-year growth despite typically experiencing a post-festive slowdown, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The performance is particularly noteworthy given the high comparison base from November 2024, when Diwali and Dhanteras fell late in October, pushing… Continue reading India’s Auto Retail Shows Resilience in November Despite Post-Festive Slowdown
Weekly Auto Wrap: Maruti Counters Small Car Narrative, VinFast’s 2W Push, November Sales Highlights
India Auto Inc opened December on a strong footing, with wholesale volumes of SUVs, two-wheelers and tractors growing in double-digit in November. The uptrend was supported by post-festive demand, improving rural sentiment and steady traction from new model launches. Maruti Suzuki, meanwhile, pushed back strongly against what it called the “wrong narrative’’ surrounding small cars… Continue reading Weekly Auto Wrap: Maruti Counters Small Car Narrative, VinFast’s 2W Push, November Sales Highlights
SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) concluded its week-long 11th Safe Mobility Inter-School Road Safety Competition and Annual Teachers’ Meet on Wednesday, engaging over 2000 students from more than 500 schools across New Delhi. The event, held under SIAM’s ‘सुरक्षित सफर (Safe Journey)’ initiative with CSR support from Suzuki Motorcycle, also saw participation of… Continue reading SIAM Concludes 11th Safe Mobility Competition, Engages Over 2000 Students
IDEMIA Public Security and Tsuzuki Denki Co. Launch Innovative Partnership to Enhance Access Management in Japan
Leveraging IDEMIA Public Security’s industry-leading technology and expertise, the partnership aims to deliver next-generation access management solutions in Japan. COURBEVOIE, France, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IDEMIA Public Security, the leading provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, has signed an innovative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tsuzuki Denki Co., a regional leader specializing in… Continue reading IDEMIA Public Security and Tsuzuki Denki Co. Launch Innovative Partnership to Enhance Access Management in Japan
Auto sector momentum likely to continue into 2026: Dipan Mehta
He added that the standout performers included Maruti Suzuki, M&M, and TVS Motors, highlighting that operating profit margins are likely to improve due to better operating leverage and benign raw material costs. The latest auto sales numbers have left investors optimistic, as industry experts point to strong growth driven by recent GST cuts. Dipan Mehta,… Continue reading Auto sector momentum likely to continue into 2026: Dipan Mehta
India’s Electric Car and SUV Makers Set for Record Sales of 175,000 Units in CY2025
Having already charged past 2 million annual sales for the first time in the 11th month itself, India’s electric vehicle industry is on a roll this year. Importantly, for this vehicle segment, all four sub-segments – 2- and 3-wheelers, passenger and commercial vehicles – have already achieved their highest-ever annual sales and will go on… Continue reading India’s Electric Car and SUV Makers Set for Record Sales of 175,000 Units in CY2025
Maruti Suzuki Eyes 1 lakh EV Charging Points by 2030; Invests ₹250 crore
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki is targeting to set up over 1 lakh charging points across the country by the end of this decade, as the automaker looks to boost consumer confidence in electric vehicles, says the company’s MD and CEO, Hisashi Takeuchi. The automaker, which is preparing to launch its first electric vehicle, the… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Eyes 1 lakh EV Charging Points by 2030; Invests ₹250 crore
Maruti Suzuki e VITARA Achieves 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has received a comprehensive five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for its e VITARA electric SUV, marking the company’s fourth consecutive top rating under the national vehicle assessment program. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari presented the certification to Maruti Suzuki, recognizing the e VITARA as India’s first five-star… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki e VITARA Achieves 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Tata EV Share Rises to 42% in November, Vinfast Moves up to Seventh Amongst 17 E-PV OEMs
After the heady month of October 2025, which registered the highest-ever passenger vehicle retail sales of 550,000-plus units including a record 19,000 electric SUVs, MPVs, cars and sedans, November retail sales numbers are a lot more sedate. As per new electric vehicle registration and delivery data on the Vahan portal (December 2, 7am), a total… Continue reading Tata EV Share Rises to 42% in November, Vinfast Moves up to Seventh Amongst 17 E-PV OEMs