Cybersecurity has emerged as one of the major challenges in the development of smart mobility solutions, experts said at the recently concluded Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026. Speaking at the closing ceremony, Dr Reji Mathai, Director, Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), said cybersecurity was identified as a critical concern during expert discussions… Continue reading Cybersecurity Flagged as Key Challenge for Smart Mobility at SIAT 2026
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EV registrations cross 2 lakh units for 4th straight month in January
Total registrations of electric passenger vehicles stood at 18,101 units in Jan 2026. The new year has begun on a strong note for India’s electric vehicle industry, with total battery-electric vehicle registrations crossing the 2 lakh mark in Jan. Notably, EV registrations have exceeded 2 lakh units for the fourth consecutive month, despite lower GST… Continue reading EV registrations cross 2 lakh units for 4th straight month in January
SIAM Hosts 20th Styling and Design Conclave and 18th Automotive Design Challenge
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organised its 20th Styling and Design Conclave and 18th Automotive Design Challenge in Goa, focusing on collaborative creativity to build India’s mobility design ecosystem through industry-academia partnerships. The two-day event brought together automobile designers, industry experts and academicians to discuss the evolving role of automotive styling and design,… Continue reading SIAM Hosts 20th Styling and Design Conclave and 18th Automotive Design Challenge
Here is why Ather Energy Sees Staying Outside the PLI Scheme as a Long-Term Advantage
Electric two-wheeler maker Ather Energy sees the absence of Production Linked Incentive (PLI) benefits for the company as a long-term structural advantage, with CEO Tarun Mehta arguing that operating without policy-linked subsidies allows it to build a more robust pricing and profitability framework. “Us not having PLI is actually one of the strongest and one… Continue reading Here is why Ather Energy Sees Staying Outside the PLI Scheme as a Long-Term Advantage
Here is why Ather Energy Sees Staying Outside the PLI Scheme as a Long-Term Advantage
Electric two-wheeler maker Ather Energy sees the absence of Production Linked Incentive (PLI) benefits for the company as a long-term structural advantage, with CEO Tarun Mehta arguing that operating without policy-linked subsidies allows it to build a more robust pricing and profitability framework. “Us not having PLI is actually one of the strongest and one… Continue reading Here is why Ather Energy Sees Staying Outside the PLI Scheme as a Long-Term Advantage
Precipitated Silica Market Surges to USD 4.0 Billion by 2033, Propelled by 4.5% CAGR – Verified Market Reports®
The Precipitated Silica Market exhibits robust expansion underpinned by escalating industrial demand and performance-oriented innovation. Demand traction is strongest in the automotive and rubber sectors, where silica serves as a reinforcing filler to enhance fuel efficiency, traction and wet grip in low rolling resistance and green tire formulations a trend driven by stringent emissions regulation and… Continue reading Precipitated Silica Market Surges to USD 4.0 Billion by 2033, Propelled by 4.5% CAGR – Verified Market Reports®
Focus on building value chain in critical minerals in Budget vital enabler for EVs, next-gen mobility: Industry
The governments focus on rare earth permanent magnet corridors will significantly strengthen domestic supply chains critical for EVs, aerospace and advanced electronics sectors. The focus in the Union Budget 2026-27 on scaling manufacturing in strategic sectors, building value chain in critical minerals and rare earths will be vital enablers for the future of electric vehicles,… Continue reading Focus on building value chain in critical minerals in Budget vital enabler for EVs, next-gen mobility: Industry
UK vehicle production drops nearly 16% in toughest year in a generation: SMMT
While car production declined 8% to 717,371 units, commercial vehicle output plunged 62.3% to 47,344 units. British vehicle production tumbled in 2025 after a cyberattack at the country’s largest automaker, new trade tariffs and plant restructuring weighed on output in what was described as the sector’s toughest year in a generation. Total vehicle production dropped… Continue reading UK vehicle production drops nearly 16% in toughest year in a generation: SMMT
Hyundai Venue Garners 80,000 Bookings as Compact SUVs Lead Market Growth
Riding on strong demand for compact SUVs, Hyundai Motor India has garnered close to 80,000 bookings for its newly launched Venue. The strong response to the new Venue complements Hyundai’s largest-selling SUV, the Creta, which is hitting new highs amid rising competition. Addressing the media during the company’s Q3 FY26 earnings call, Managing Director and… Continue reading Hyundai Venue Garners 80,000 Bookings as Compact SUVs Lead Market Growth
Video: Can Small Cars Survive CAFE 3 Norms?
India is about to rewrite the rules for how clean your next car has to be. From 2027 to 2032, the government’s draft CAFE-3 norms (Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency – Phase III) will sharply tighten fuel consumption and CO₂ targets for every carmaker operating in India. The impact? Higher prices, new model strategies, more hybrids… Continue reading Video: Can Small Cars Survive CAFE 3 Norms?