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India Auto Sales Surge: Passenger Vehicles Up 25.4% in April
India’s auto sector kicks off the fiscal year strong! Passenger vehicle dispatches soared 25.4% in April, signaling robust consumer demand and industry expansion. Discover the key growth drivers.

Maruti Suzuki Selects 6 Startups for 10th Accelerator Cohort
Maruti Suzuki chooses six Indian startups for its 10th Accelerator Programme, focusing on AI solutions for plant operations, product development, and customer experience.

Bihar Aims for 30% EV Sales by 2030, Launches AI Mission
Bihar targets 30% EV sales by 2030 with policy overhaul, incentives, and charging infrastructure. State also launches AI Mission for tech advancement.

Electric Bike Price Hikes Loom Amidst Global Headwinds
Major electric two-wheeler manufacturers like Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, and Ather Energy face price hikes due to rising raw material costs and supply chain issues.

Thyssenkrupp Cuts Sales Outlook on Steel & Auto Weakness
German industrial giant Thyssenkrupp revises 2026 sales forecast down by up to 3% due to significant weakness in its key steel and automotive sectors, reflecting broader European economic pressures.

Nitin Gadkari Launches No-Stop Toll System on Delhi’s UER-II
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurates a Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling system on Delhi’s UER-II, promising reduced travel time, congestion, and emissions.

Ather Energy Stock Hits Record High Amidst Clean Mobility Push
Ather Energy’s shares surge to an all-time high, boosted by PM Modi’s clean mobility advocacy and geopolitical energy concerns.

Nitin Gadkari Promotes Fuel Savings Amid Iran Tensions
Nitin Gadkari urges Indians to save fuel via WFH & public transport due to Middle East tensions, aiming to boost forex reserves and the economy.

Nitin Gadkari Inaugurates Delhi’s 2nd Barrier-Free Toll Plaza
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurates Delhi’s second barrier-free toll plaza on UER-II, boosting traffic flow and modernizing India’s toll infrastructure with advanced technology.

Toyota Builds New 100,000-Unit Car Factory in Maharashtra
Toyota announces a new 100,000-unit annual capacity car factory in Maharashtra, India, set to begin production by H1 2029, boosting its Indian manufacturing presence.

BS7 Norms to End Diesel SUV Dominance in India
India’s upcoming BS7 emission standards will significantly hike diesel SUV costs, potentially ending their reign and driving a shift to alternative powertrains.

Royal Enfield: World’s 3rd Strongest Auto Brand, Beats Audi, Ferrari
Royal Enfield ranks as the world’s 3rd strongest auto brand with AAA rating and $1.2B value, surpassing Audi and Ferrari. Discover their global success.

India’s Fuel Prices Stable Amidst Global Oil Tensions
India’s petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged as oil companies absorb rising global crude costs for over two months, facing increasing financial strain.

Euler Motors: Electric Cargo Leadership in India
Euler Motors is electrifying India’s commercial transport, tackling urban pollution with innovative electric cargo vehicles and aiming for market leadership.

Car Loan Tax Benefits India: Deductions Explained
Discover car loan tax benefits in India. Learn how self-employed individuals and businesses can claim deductions on vehicle purchases, unlike personal use loans.

Cars24 Hits EBITDA Profitability Ahead of IPO
IPO-bound Cars24 achieves adjusted EBITDA profitability in Q4 FY26 with ₹20 Crore, signaling strong financial progress ahead of its public debut. International markets also show positive momentum.

Ola Electric S1 X+ Gets Govt Nod with Bharat Cell Battery
Ola Electric’s S1 X+ 5.2kWh scooter certified with indigenous 4680 Bharat Cell battery, paving the way for wider market access and enhanced EV performance in India.

India’s Tata, JSW Invest $1B in EV Tech, Cutting China Reliance
Tata Group & JSW Group invest nearly $1B in India’s EV and battery tech, aiming to reduce dependency on China and boost domestic capabilities.

Hyundai Creta 2026: Simplified Variants & Feature Consolidation
Hyundai India streamlines the 2026 Creta SUV lineup, discontinuing variants and consolidating features into top trims. Discover the impact on pricing and accessibility.

Nexa at 10: Maruti’s Premium Strategy Evolves for Younger Buyers
Maruti Suzuki’s Nexa premium channel celebrates 10 years. Nexa 2.0 targets aspirational, younger buyers with refined identity and enhanced customer experience, addressing capacity and model challenges.

India’s EVs: A Hedge Against Volatile Fuel Prices
As crude oil prices surge and the rupee weakens, India’s electric vehicles emerge as a vital fiscal hedge, offering economic stability beyond eco-friendliness.

India’s Auto Sector Hits Record Car Sales in April
India’s passenger vehicle sales hit an all-time high in April, boosted by easy financing and rural demand. Explore the factors driving this record and potential future challenges.

India Auto Demand Strong: Export & Margin Risks Loom
India’s auto sector anticipates strong demand for the next 2-3 quarters and through 2026, despite global export and margin challenges. Learn more.

Sona Comstar Pursues Acquisitions, EV Orders Fueling Growth
Sona Comstar eyes strategic acquisitions to deploy cash reserves, leveraging its strong EV order book for accelerated growth in the evolving automotive market.

Hero MotoCorp Appoints Sachin Agrawal as CTO for R&D
Hero MotoCorp appoints Sachin Agrawal as CTO to drive R&D transformation and future mobility solutions, leveraging his 29+ years of automotive tech leadership.

Bajaj Auto Sales Jump 40% in April, Exports Soar 83%
Bajaj Auto’s total sales climbed 40% to 5,13,792 units in April, propelled by an outstanding 83% surge in exports. Discover the key drivers of this impressive growth.

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 31% in April
Tata Motors reports a remarkable 31.12% surge in passenger vehicle sales for April, reaching 59,701 units. Strong growth seen across domestic, international, and EV segments.

Renault India Restructures for Export Growth
Renault India reorganizes operations, separating powertrain production to boost efficiency and expand its role as a global export hub, targeting €2 billion in exports by 2030.

Renault Overhauls India Operations to Boost Export Ambitions
Renault is implementing a significant operational restructuring in India, aiming to enhance its position as a global export hub. The company is establishing a separate unit for powertrain manufacturing while integrating vehicle production and sales.

Iran Conflict Fuels Asia’s EV & Battery Boom
Geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran are accelerating Asia’s move to electric mobility, boosting EV and battery storage markets due to oil/LNG supply concerns.