Automobile Manufacturer

Volkswagen CEO warns deeper cost cuts needed as China competition mounts

"When we look to the future, we have more and more risks coming," Blume said, pointing to more than 150 competitors in China

Updated On: 25 Jul 2026 | 12:03 AM IST

India's auto sector to commission ₹703 billion of projects by FY29: Report

A Brickwork Ratings report said the auto sector's revenue would grow at a compound annual growth rate of around 7.5 per cent to nearly ₹26 trillion over the coming years

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 3:51 PM IST

Volkswagen nears sale of stake in its India unit to JSW Group: Report

The two sides are working toward a potential agreement in the coming weeks involving JSW making an investment in closely held Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt

Updated On: 21 Jul 2026 | 10:12 PM IST

CAFE-2 penalty waiver: Relief for automakers or setback to India's EV push?

The government has waived ₹2,700 crore in CAFE-2 penalties for some PV manufacturers. Does the step offer a practical reset for automakers, or weaken one of India's key tools for cleaner mobility?

Updated On: 13 Jul 2026 | 12:51 PM IST

Can't trace old vehicles, need help: Automakers tell NITI Aayog

Industry seeks access to updated vehicle-registration records, saying poor traceability and documentation issues could hamper compliance with end-of-life vehicle recycling norms

Updated On: 09 Jun 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

High petrol prices give EV shift fresh charge, Fada sees record adoption

EV penetration across segments touched an all-time high of 11% in May, compared with around 7% for the full FY 2025-26

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 10:39 PM IST

India's auto retail sales rose 9.55% to record 2.531 mn units in May: Fada

The total automobile retail sales in India registered an on-year growth of 9.55 per cent to a record 25,31,067 units in May despite fuel-price revision, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said on Monday. The cumulative automobile retail sales in India stood at 23,10,451 units in the same month last year. The retail sales performance reflects all-time best May for three-wheelers, passenger vehicles and tractors -- a strong outcome for what is seasonally a lean month. Dealers reported a visible rise in enquiries for fuel-efficient and alternative-powertrain options, reflected in the two-wheeler EV share climbing to 9.25 per cent from 6.11 per cent a year ago. According to data released by FADA, Passenger vehicles (PV) retail sales were at a record 4,02,591 units last month as compared to 3,26,656 units in May 2025, a growth of 23.25 per cent. Two-wheelers also clocked best-ever monthly numbers at 18,44,947 units in May this year as compared to 17,15,581 units in the

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 11:29 AM IST

Mobis India fire: Hyundai Motor, Kia production may be hit briefly

A fire at Mobis India's Chennai-area facility may disrupt Hyundai and Kia production for at least a week, prompting efforts to source components from South Korea

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 10:42 PM IST

TVS Motor tops global rankings in 'durable consumer goods' stocks

TVS Motor Company has been ranked the world's top durable consumer goods stock by WirtschaftsWoche and BCG after delivering strong shareholder returns and robust financial growth

Updated On: 26 May 2026 | 11:12 AM IST

India's auto dealers brace for Iran war impact on supply chain, fuel costs

While the impact is not broad-based, the repercussions could last for a few months even if the conflict ends, Sai Giridhar, vice-president of Fada said

Updated On: 05 May 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

Retail auto sales rise 12.9% in April to record 2.61 million units: Fada

Total automobile retail sales in India grew by 12.94 per cent with a record 26,11,317 units in April as compared to 23,12,221 units in the same month last year, making a bright start to the new fiscal, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said on Tuesday. Sustained tailwinds from GST 2.0 affordability gains, RBI's supportive rate stance, healthy rural cash flows post a strong rabi cycle and an extended marriage season helped the industry post a robust performance, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) said in a statement. Passenger vehicles (PV) retail sales were at a record 4,07,355 units last month as compared to 3,63,028 units in April 2025, a growth of 12.21 per cent, it added. Two-wheelers also clocked best-ever monthly numbers at 19,16,258 units in April this year as compared to 16,95,638 units in the same month a year ago, at a growth of 13.01 per cent, it added. FADA further said three-wheeler sales stood at 1,06,908 units last month as compared to .

Updated On: 05 May 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

Engine maker Horse plans India move to supply growing small car market: CEO

The ​firm ‌operates 18 plants and five research and development centres across Europe, China and Latin ‌America, most recently establishing a presence in the US

Updated On: 25 Apr 2026 | 10:14 AM IST

Govt asks auto sector to optimise production as war hurts energy supplies

The ministry has also urged companies to shift factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity and to use recycled aluminium or alternative materials as shortages and costs rise

Updated On: 27 Mar 2026 | 11:47 AM IST

VinFast mulls retail expansion in India; plans 75 outlets by end-2026

EV maker aims to expand presence across metros and emerging markets, strengthening retail network and ecosystem to boost adoption of electric mobility in India

Updated On: 25 Mar 2026 | 8:24 PM IST

West Asia crisis: LPG crunch hitting auto factory canteens in India

Auto industry body SIAM seeks priority LPG supply for factory canteens, warning shortages could disrupt shift operations and manufacturing

Updated On: 15 Mar 2026 | 11:52 PM IST

China's BYD considering to building cars in Canada, buying out rivals

The Shenzhen-based automaker is studying the Canadian market for a potential manufacturing facility, although no decision has been made, Executive Vice President Stella Li said

Updated On: 13 Mar 2026 | 8:26 AM IST

India's auto component firms go digital amid world crises, EVs: Report

Digitalisation, automation and smart factories no longer a luxury for sector, it says

Updated On: 11 Feb 2026 | 12:57 PM IST

Tata Motors PV to hike prices in coming weeks amid rising costs: CEO

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPVL) will hike prices in the "coming weeks" in the wake of rising commodity cost putting pressure, according to its Managing Director & CEO, Shailesh Chandra. While Maruti Suzuki India is reviewing the situation for a possible price hike, Hyundai Motor India has already undertaken a price increase in January, mainly on the Venue model. "Yes, we have been facing pressure on the commodity side for nearly a year now. Still we see pressure on the precious metal side, copper and so on. Overall, if you see the impact of commodity price increase, it has been for us about 2 per cent plus of our revenues," Chandra said in a quarterly earnings call. He was responding to a query on whether the company was planning to hike prices of its vehicles due to rising cost of commodities. Reiterating that the company is going to increase prices, Chandra said,"We will be able to announce this in the coming weeks." He, however, did not elaborate the details of the

Updated On: 08 Feb 2026 | 10:50 AM IST

Ashok Leyland's sales rise 27% in January on strong domestic demand

Commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland on Monday reported a 27 per cent rise in total sales at 21,920 units in January as compared to 17,213 units in the same month last year. Domestic sales were up 31 per cent at 20,079 units as against 15,327 units in January 2025, Ashok Leyland said in a statement. Sales of medium and heavy commercial vehicles in the domestic market were at 12,833 units as against 9,864 units in the year-ago month, it added. Light commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market last month were at 7,246 units as against 5,463 units in the year-ago period, the company said.

Updated On: 02 Feb 2026 | 2:25 PM IST