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Honda 2W weighs capacity expansion beyond planned 8 million units

HMSI is assessing whether to add a production line or set up another factory as domestic demand and exports grow, with existing expansion plans set to lift capacity to 8 million units

Centre plans MMDR Act overhaul, to draft comprehensive new mining law

The mines ministry administers the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (MMDR Act)

Hybrids, CNG may contribute 50% of sales in 2-3 years: Renault India CEO

Renault India CEO Stephane Deblaise said hybrid and CNG could together account for half of the company's powertrain mix in 2-3 years, as the automaker expands beyond petrol vehicles

Iveco Group shareholders approve Tata Motors' takeover proposals

Iveco shareholders approved key resolutions for Tata Motors' €3.91 billion acquisition, lowering the minimum share acceptance threshold from 95% to 80% and easing the path to completion.

Telangana woos Hyundai for car plant, seeks to fast-track ₹8,528 cr R&D

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy pitches Hyderabad as an ideal location for Hyundai's car plant and assures support to expedite its Rs 8,528 crore R&D facility in Zaheerabad

Hyundai to recall over 94,600 US vehicles over seat motor fire risk: NHTSA

The recall covers certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 models, with owners advised to park outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until repairs are completed

Mini car sales jump 86% in H1 as entry-level segment shows recovery signs

Passenger vehicle wholesales rise 30.7% in Q2; heavy trucks and scooters lead growth in their respective segments

Stellantis to invest ₹4,000 crore, launch 12 products in 3 years

The automaker plans seven all-new models and five major upgrades across Jeep and Citroen, aiming to triple annual sales to about 45,000 units within three years

Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 21.8% to 454K units in September: Siam

Two-wheeler dispatches rose 13.5 per cent year-on-year to 2.463 million units, while three-wheeler shipments to dealers increased 16 per cent to 98,162 units in September 2026

BS-VII clock starts ticking as Centre sets 2029 target for emission norms

The government has proposed BS-VII emission norms from April 2029, introducing stricter real-world testing and brake and tyre pollution limits, while automakers seek more time to comply

Auto revenue seen rising up to 28% in Q2; input costs may squeeze margins

Q2 results preview: Volume-led sales growth may outpace profits

Average loan size for PVs rises 49% to ₹8.2 lakh in 7 years: Report

NBFCs continued to lead vehicle financing, accounting for 73 per cent of two-wheeler loans and 37 per cent of passenger vehicle loans

Used-car sales may rise 12-15% this festive season on strong rural demand

Organised used-car players expect 25-30 per cent growth during the festive quarter, supported by rural demand, first-time buyers and rising interest in SUVs and luxury cars

European carmakers to favour India as it emerges as global hub: Goyal

Goyal said India is going to become a global car manufacturing hub

Luxury carmakers tap India's growing appetite for bespoke vehicles

From yacht-matched interiors to family crests, affluent buyers are personalising their set of wheels

CAQM panel proposes car cabin filters, roadside emission checks in Delhi

The panel has proposed mandatory filtration of PM2.5 and VOCs inside vehicle cabins, remote sensing of emissions, and incentives for EV adoption and retrofits

Maharashtra's 9-month bike-taxi EV deadline tests operators' readiness

Financing, charging infrastructure and regulatory clarity will be key to the transition; industry has called for phased milestones

Audi India mulls local EV production, aims to double mkt share in 3-5 years

Dhillon said the company would continue to rely on local manufacturing for its core portfolio, while imports could help expand the range of vehicles available to Indian customers

Mercedes-Benz India sees scope for plug-in hybrids in luxury segment

Iyer said plug-in hybrids are priced 5-6% higher than electric or conventional engine cars, but customers in luxury segment could be willing to pay the premium for convenience, flexibility they offer

Tata Motors raises Iveco takeover offer to 14.4 euro per share amid delays

The revised all-cash offer increases the price by 0.30 euro per share, as Tata Motors seeks to acquire the Italian commercial vehicle maker, excluding its defence business, in a deal announced in 2025