myTVS Targets 30-40% Annual Growth, Poised to Turn PBT Positive

Automotive service provider myTVS expects to close the current financial year with revenues of about ₹2,100 crore and aims to sustain annual growth of 30-40% over the next few years, Managing Director G. Srinivasa Raghavan said. The company has grown at a CAGR of 35-40% in the last four years and is “fairly confident” of… Continue reading myTVS Targets 30-40% Annual Growth, Poised to Turn PBT Positive

Auto industry set for double-digit growth across segments in November: Report

Passenger vehicle volumes are projected to rise 13 per cent year-on-year, aided by GST cuts, financing availability and rural demand, along with support from new model launches. India’s automobile industry is poised to deliver double-digit year-on-year growth across two-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles in November 2025, supported by strong consumer sentiment and improved affordability… Continue reading Auto industry set for double-digit growth across segments in November: Report

Kanazawa University research: Scientists develop light-controlled method to trigger brain signals

KANAZAWA, Japan, Nov. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Researchers at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, report in ACS Nano the successful creation of artificial synaptic vesicles that can be remotely controlled by near-infrared (NIR) light. By embedding a phthalocyanine dye into lipid bilayers, the team achieved local heating that modulates membrane permeability, enabling… Continue reading Kanazawa University research: Scientists develop light-controlled method to trigger brain signals

Tata Motors Launches Sierra at Starting Price of Rs 11.49 lakh 

Tata Motors today launched Sierra at an introductory price of Rs 11.49 lakh ex-showroom Delhi, positioning it as the company’s second midsize SUV to compete against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun. The bookings for the SUV will open on December 16 and deliveries… Continue reading Tata Motors Launches Sierra at Starting Price of Rs 11.49 lakh 

No January hikes? FMCG and auto firms stall routine price increases; act cautiously after recent GST cuts

Automakers — who generally revise prices in January and are currently dealing with higher imported-component costs due to the rupees depreciation — may push back those adjustments unless they receive clarity soon. Rising production costs are putting pressure on consumer goods makers, but many are choosing to delay price hikes amid fears that any upward… Continue reading No January hikes? FMCG and auto firms stall routine price increases; act cautiously after recent GST cuts

Top 10 MPVs in April-Oct: Maruti Ertiga Tops but Toyota Innova Hycross and Kia Carens Shine

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

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