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India asks auto industry to optimise output as Iran conflict hits supplies

The government has already prioritised use of gas for households over industries, which get only about 80 per cent of their average needs

Shift away from oil-based fuel to electricity: MHI tells auto sector

Ministry advises automakers to cut oil-based fuel use, optimise production and explore alternatives amid supply constraints triggered by West Asia conflict

India's truck fleet shows its age: Nearly 42% of vehicles past 12 years

Ageing truck fleets in India are set to drive a multi-year replacement cycle, offering growth opportunities for OEMs despite recent industry slowdown

Euler Motors raises ₹437 crore in Series E round led by Lightrock

Euler Motors has raised Rs 437.5 crore in a Series E round led by Lightrock, along with Rs 250 crore in debt, to expand capacity and scale operations

Biogas body seeks phased CBG blending, diesel phase-down in Delhi

Biogas industry body has urged phased CBG blending and diesel phase-down in Delhi, advocating an integrated clean mobility approach combining EVs, CNG, and biogas

Govt to deploy 10,000 AC E-buses in 116 cities by 2027; 35,000 more planned

The minister said states were told to give their demands, and a selection criterion was laid down, and buses were sanctioned on the recommendations of coordination committees

A first: Two-wheeler sales cross 20 million in FY26, shows VAHAN data

But electric penetration lags NITI Aayog's targets

West Asia crisis impact on Indian industry won't be long-term: Hajime Aota

The first product to come to India will be the Yamaha EC-06, which we are going to sell in limited cities and dealerships initially

Volkswagen CEO vows more restructuring, sees lessons in China: Report

To avoid costly overcapacity, VW is applying "clear manufacturing cost targets" to all its plants, be they in Germany, Europe or China

'Skoda Auto India eyeing up to 12% sales growth in 2026 on product push'

Skoda Auto India, which has launched the facelift version of its mid-sized SUV Kushaq, has set its eyes on crossing the 1 lakh annual sales milestone in future, but not in 2026

JSW MG Motor bets on non-metros to accelerate sales of EV Windsor

From an EV growth perspective, "The non-metro regions present a tremendous opportunity, and we aim to play a leading role in this journey, said JSW MG's senior official

Delhi govt eyes private push to expand EV infra ahead of policy rollout

Delhi plans 7,000 new EV charging stations and seeks private sector participation as part of its upcoming EV policy to boost clean mobility

Skoda Auto India keeps foot on the pedal, targets 10-12% growth

Skoda Auto India targets 10-12% growth in 2026, outpacing the market, even as West Asia tensions and rising oil prices pose risks to demand and supply chains

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