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India's auto boom at risk as West Asia conflict disrupts gas supply

The disruption comes at a time when India's car demand is soaring to record levels, with sales expected to cross 4.5 million units in the current fiscal year to March 31

No gain from India-EU FTA as plug-in hybrids not included: Lamborghini CEO

Last year Lamborghini closed again with over 100 cars in India, he said, adding, our forecast is to, so far with the knowledge I have today, have a stable situation in the Indian market

EVs avoided the use of 2.3 million barrels of oil per day in 2025

Two- and three-wheeler vehicles now make up the bulk of avoided road fuel use due to the fast rise of electric motorbikes, especially in developing nations

Renault launches Duster 2026 in India: Check price, features, specs

Renault has reintroduced the Duster in India with three powertrains and five trims, as it targets a comeback in the mid-size SUV segment

PM E-DRIVE rules eased; e-bus, e-truck firms can import motors till Aug-end

The deadline for local manufacturing of traction motors used in e-bus and e-truck categories has been extended for the second time, as in September last year, the Centre deferred it till March 2026

India's passenger vehicle sales hit record high for Feb, rose over 10%

Passenger vehicle sales rose 10.6 per cent year-on-year in February, while two- and three-wheeler segments also recorded their highest-ever February sales, according to SIAM data

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

Parliamentary committee flags startup exclusion in auto PLI scheme

Standing committee asks government to review eligibility norms in the auto PLI scheme, expand EV incentives and speed up upgrades of testing agencies

West Asia crisis may hit Indian tyre industry; ATMA seeks policy support

Tyre makers warn that the West Asia conflict may disrupt exports, raise crude-linked input costs and strain supply chains, prompting ATMA to seek urgent policy support

Audi India to hike prices by up to 2% from April 1 to offset rise in costs

The price hike will be across the model range and the ex-showroom price of models to increase up to 2 per cent, Audi India said in a statement

ACMA sends SOS to MHI over LPG crunch, export-import shipment delays

Auto component makers warn Red Sea shipping disruptions and LPG/PNG supply concerns are raising costs, delaying exports and threatening production across the supply chain

Renault puts India at centre of futuREady plan; four models by 2030

Renault names India a key global production and growth hub in its futuREady strategy, with plans to launch four new models in the country by 2030 as part of a global rollout of 36 vehicles

LPG constraints: India's auto industry braces for impact on production

Siam asks MoPNG to give clarity on availability

Hyundai launches new Verna with 25 modifications: Check price, features

Hyundai Motor India on Monday launched the updated Verna sedan with over 25 upgrades across design, tech, comfort and safety. Prices start at ₹10.98 lakh for the 1.5-litre MPi petrol variant

Euler Motors calls for relaxation of auto PLI criteria for EV startups

In terms of products, Euler Motors has both electric four-wheeler and three-wheeler commercial cargo vehicles, which are covered under the PLI scheme

India's electric vehicle sales revved up across categories in February

However, month-on-month, there was a decline over January's high base

Skill Ministry signs Flexi-MoU with Bajaj Auto for auto training

MSDE's Directorate General of Training signs a Flexi-MoU with Bajaj Auto to train candidates in advanced automotive manufacturing under the revised Flexi-MoU Scheme

India, China lead car exports worth billions of dollars to West Asia

The West Asia is the second-largest overseas market for China-made vehicles and an increasingly important region for the Asian giant as it looks to offset weak demand at home

Auto retail sector posts record sales at 2.41 mn units in February: Fada

Passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, three-wheelers and commercial vehicles hit highest February sales ever, reflecting broad-based demand and GST 2.0 impact

PV sales growth to slow to 3-5% in FY27, says India Ratings report

Passenger vehicle sales growth is expected to moderate in FY27 due to a high base and preponed replacement demand, even as India's broader automotive industry continues its domestic upcycle