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Policy stability key to India's manufacturing future: Maruti Suzuki MD

Takeuchi cited Suzuki Motor Corporation's decision to produce its first global electric vehicle, the e-VITARA, in India as evidence of the country's rising status in world markets

Auto bodies seek closer cooperation with govt to secure key raw materials

Auto industry bodies on Friday stressed on the need for closer cooperation with the government to secure critical raw materials such as rare earth magnets, and technologies amid shifting geopolitical alignments and evolving trade agreements. The industry has a shared resolve to transform challenges into opportunities and position India as a reliable and competitive global hub for mobility components while navigating geopolitical challenges, creating a resilient automotive supply chain in India, ACMA President Shradha Suri Marwah said. In her address at the annual session of Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), she said, "Critical raw materials, the availability of rare earth magnets, semiconductors and battery inputs is becoming a strategic issue that requires national focus." Marwah further said,"We stand at crossroads where opportunities are immense but challenges are daunting to allude to, some of them, geopolitical volatility, trade wars, tariff ...

Auto industry must pursue self-reliance, green growth: PM Modi at Siam

PM Modi asked the automobile industry to align with sustainable mobility and global leadership in green transport, stressing self-reliance across the value chain

GST rate cut to inject fresh growth momentum into auto sector: Siam

The recent reduction in GST rates on automobiles will inject fresh growth momentum into the Indian automotive sector, make vehicles more affordable and enable broader access to personal mobility, industry body SIAM said on Thursday. Addressing the annual convention of the auto industry body, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) President Shailesh Chandra also welcomed the government's move to "suitably amend some of the procedural issues which would greatly help in supporting the ease of doing business". "The automobile industry is immensely grateful to the government of India for the recent landmark decision to reduce GST rates on vehicles, which will bring renewed cheers to consumers and inject fresh growth momentum into the Indian automotive sector," Chandra said. He further said, "Making vehicles more affordable, particularly in the entry-level segment, it will significantly benefit first-time buyers and middle-income families, enabling broader access to personal ..

Indian auto stocks add $33 bn in value as GST cut boosts demand, profits

BSE Ltd's measure of 20 auto firms has added about $33 billion in market value since August 15 when Prime Minister Narendra Modi first announced the government's plan to lower goods and services tax

Auto upcycle is here, says Morgan Stanley; Upgrades Maruti, Eicher, Hero

Among companies, Maruti Suzuki is expected to gain market share with new SUV launches and a revival in first-time buyers, prompting the brokerage to raise its target from ₹14,262 to ₹18,360.

Maruti vs M&M vs TaMo vs Hyundai; which auto stock is worth your portfolio?

Auto stocks - Maruti, Mahindra & Mahindra and Hyundai Motor were in focus on Monday amid price cut buzz on lower GST rates, and have gained up to 49% in FY26. Here's a technical check on auto shares.

VinFast enters India with VF6, VF7 electric SUVs: Check price, specs

Vietnam's VinFast debuts in India with two electric SUVs, VF6 and VF7, while also unveiling plans for e-buses, two-wheelers, charging stations, and smart cities

Nomura backs auto rally post-GST cut; M&M, TVS Motor, Hyundai in fast lane

Nomura expects the GST cut to spark a volume surge of 5-10 per cent across categories, with passenger vehicles (PVs) and two-wheelers leading the growth.

Royal Enfield, TVS, and Hero rise on festival buzz; Bajaj, Honda slip

Two-wheeler sales in August 2025 rose for Royal Enfield, TVS, Hero and Suzuki, while Bajaj and Honda reported declines, with festive demand and GST reforms set to boost outlook

GST Council meet Sept 3-4: Rate cuts, rationalisation on the agenda

The 56th GST Council meeting on September 3-4 may decide on rate rationalisation, tax cuts on essentials, and compensation measures for states. All you need to know

MRF hits record high; Ceat, JK, Apollo Tyres rally up to 6%; here's why

Kotak Institutional Equities believes multiple government initiatives, including potential Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts, will drive auto demand

Ola Electric zooms 54% in 12 trading days; what's driving EV 2W stock?

In the past five trading days, Ola Electric has outperformed the market by surging 26 per cent, as compared to 1.7 per cent decline in the BSE Sensex.

Analysts see auto demand rebound in H2 FY26 on GST relief and rate cuts

Brokerages see repo and CRR rate cuts, along with a likely GST rate reduction as key triggers

M&M extends fall, slips 6% in 3 days; why this automobile stock is falling?

Mahindra & Mahindra stock was the top loser among the BSE Sensex, and the BSE Auto index in intra-day deals on Friday owing to profit-taking at the counter.

India, Mexico top global auto investments in H1 2025 despite slump

India and Mexico attracted the most auto projects in H1 2025, though global investment value nearly halved, reflecting EV policy uncertainty and shifting supply chain strategies

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Automotive ER&D; check top stock to buy

According to Motilal Oswal Financial Services Research, the the medium-term outlook for global automotive engineering research and development sector remains robust

Festival season cheer on hold as auto buyers await GST relief and discounts

Festival offers are already running with benefits between ₹1.5 lakh and ₹2 lakh on some models

Tata Motors seeks govt help to ease electric vehicle raw material sourcing

Says that battery localisation remains a challenge

Near-term concerns will weigh on Samvardhana Motherson's profit margins

Going ahead, brokerages expect pressure on margins due to demand pressures and increased costs