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India core to global automakers' plans, but EV adoption still slow: Moody's

Moody's sees India's car sales growing at Asia's fastest rate, but says EV transition faces challenges due to limited infrastructure and cost pressures

Volvo Cars to cut 3,000 jobs amid EV slump, high costs and tariff woes

In the first quarter, the auto maker had 43,500 full-time employees and 3,000 staffing agency personnel, according to its earnings report

Japan's troubled automaker Nissan banks on hybrid e-power technology

To achieve a turnaround, Nissan is working on reducing costs, strengthening business partnerships and redefining its lineup. That's where e-Power fits in, according to Akashi

Govt may offer spare e-buses under PM E-DRIVE for religious tourism

This consideration follows the allocation of 10,900 e-buses to five cities: Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Surat

More limited-edition trims to debut in Indian mkt: Range Rover MD Limpert

The brand is looking at enhancing its presence as it anticipates growth in the Indian market with the number of high-net-worth individuals expected to rise at a fast clip by the end of this decade

India's auto duty offer under UK FTA linked to engine, vehicle price quotas

India's nuanced auto duty offer to UK under the FTA includes quotas and tiered reductions based on engine capacity and vehicle prices, aiming to protect sensitive domestic sectors

BMW India Guarantees Price Protection for UK-Imported MINI Cooper S

BMW Group India will pass on the benefits of any price reduction in the near future on MINI 3-Door Cooper S model

India's car-centric growth is driving the middle class to frustration

At 6 million-plus kilometers (4 million miles), India's road network is now the second largest in the world after the US, according to official data from New Delhi.

Honda to expand bike output in India with new line at Gujarat plant

The new fourth line at HMSI's Vithalapur facility will add 650,000 units of capacity by 2027, making it Honda's largest motorcycle plant globally

3 upcoming Toyota cars launching in 2025-26 in India, details inside

Toyota plans to introduce 3 new SUVs, including hybrid and electric models, in India in 2025-2026. Toyota is now making a strong comeback with the Fortuner, Urban Cruiser, and Hyryder

Strong hybrids and BEVs cater to distinct buyers, says HSBC report

HSBC report says BEVs and strong hybrids are not cannibalising sales in states with dual incentives; both segments are growing independently with new launches

Auto parts sector to grow 7-9% in FY26, driven by 2W, PV demand: Crisil

A moderate recovery in commercial vehicles and tractor sales, which contribute around 17 per cent to overall revenue, is also expected to support growth

Renault Group seeks CCI nod to buy out remaining 51% stake in Indian JV

Renault Group B V and its nominee Renault SAS have proposed to acquire the entire shareholding of the Nissan entities in Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL)

Entry-level car buyers priced out even as SUV sales surge in India

Two-wheeler owners finding upward mobility challenging

Suzuki Motorcycle India to set up ₹1,200 cr manufacturing plant in Haryana

The new Haryana plant will produce 750,000 two-wheelers annually and is part of Suzuki's growth strategy for rising demand, localisation, and sustainability goals

Mahindra Bolero, Bolero Neo 'Bold Edition' in India: Price, features & more

Both the Mahindra Bolero and the Bolero Neo Bold Edition have been reintroduced with new looks. Interested customers can book the upgraded version in advance on the Mahindra official website

Honda Rebel 500 launched in India; Check price, features, bookings and more

The much-awaited Honda Rebel 500 has arrived in India. The all-new motorcycle competes with the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650, Super Meteor 650 and the Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Cab segment drives up to 25% of Rapido's total bookings: Aravind Sanka

We are working with fleet operators and charging networks to make sure both of them work in tandem, says Sanka

India leads electric three-wheeler market with 20% rise in sales: IEA

India electric three-wheelers, largest market, 20% sales rise, 7 lakh vehicles, 2024, International Energy Agency, IEA report, Global EV Outlook 2025, global electric 3W market, electric three-wheeler

Belrise eyes four-wheeler, CV push ahead of ₹2,150-cr IPO on May 21

Belrise Industries, dominant in two-wheeler components, plans to expand into CVs and four-wheelers as it raises ₹2,150 crore through an IPO opening on May 21