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UP Leads India’s Used Car Loan Growth at 32.6% CAGR
Uttar Pradesh leads India’s used-car loan market with a 32.6% CAGR. Explore the boom, opportunities, and credit risks for first-time borrowers.

India Vehicle Loans: High Debt & Used Car Boom
Nearly half of Indian vehicle loan borrowers have significant debt exceeding ₹60 lakh. Explore the rising used car finance trend and its impact.

NIS Management Wins ₹14.65 Cr Order; Gravita, Dr Lal PathLabs Expand
NIS Management secures a ₹14.65 Cr work order. Gravita India expands copper recycling capacity, and Dr. Lal PathLabs ventures into Uzbekistan.

CBI Books Gensol, BluSmart Founders for ₹672 Cr Fund Diversion
CBI files case against Gensol Engineering & BluSmart EV founders for alleged ₹672 crore fund diversion from IREDA. Investigation into misappropriated EV procurement funds.

Used Car Loans Surge 26% CAGR, Outpacing New Auto Loans
Discover how used car financing in India is rapidly expanding at a 26.2% CAGR, surpassing new auto loans despite higher stress levels. Learn more about the trends.

Escorts Kubota Targets Top 3 Tractor Spot in India by 2030
Escorts Kubota invests ₹2,000 crore in a new Jewar plant, aiming for a top-three tractor market position in India by 2030 with new products and expanded capacity.

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Seeks Local Partner
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India seeks a local partner to overcome a 2% market share, a $1.4B tax dispute, and global cost-cutting pressures.

Valvoline’s Formula E Tech Fuels India Market Ambitions
Valvoline partners with Mahindra Racing in Formula E to develop advanced lubricants for India’s roads, aiming for double-digit market share.

Hyundai Cars Price Hike: Up to 1% Increase in September 2026
Hyundai Motor India announces up to a 1% price increase across its vehicle range, effective September 2026, due to rising input costs and geopolitical factors.

Minda Instruments Gets Govt Nod for Display Module Manufacturing
Minda Instruments, a Minda Corp subsidiary, secures government approval for display module sub-assembly manufacturing, a key import substitution for India’s automotive sector.

Skoda Slavia Facelift: New Tech & Style for India
Skoda India launches the updated Slavia sedan with refreshed styling, advanced interior tech, and an 8-speed automatic option. Bookings open August 18.

India’s Used-Car Loans Drive Vehicle Finance Growth
India’s used-car financing market booms, formalizing pre-owned vehicle purchases and attracting new borrowers with a 26.2% CAGR.

Airfloa Rail Tech Secures Rs 70.56 Lakh Order from MCF
Airfloa Rail Technology shares rise 2.11% after winning a Rs 70.56 lakh contract from Modern Coach Factory for luggage rack modules, due November 2026.

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition Launched in India
Royal Enfield introduces the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition in India, priced at Rs 2,10,684. Bookings open August 18, 2026. Explore the tribute to the Gorkha Regiment.

TVS Motor Target Hiked to Rs 5,425 by Jefferies
Jefferies raises TVS Motor target to Rs 5,425, citing strong exports, EV growth, and margin improvements. Maintains ‘buy’ rating.

FIIs & DIIs Boost Auto-Ancillary Stocks: NRB Bearings, Craftsman Automation
Institutional investors (FIIs & DIIs) increase stakes in NRB Bearings & Craftsman Automation despite premium valuations, betting on India’s auto-ancillary growth.

Skoda Auto Revives Diesel in India: Superb, Octavia RS Return
Skoda Auto re-enters India’s diesel market after 5 years with Superb, Slavia, and Octavia RS, signaling a significant strategic shift and renewed commitment.

Skoda India: EV Push, Expansion for Profitable Growth
Skoda Auto targets profitable growth in India, its 4th largest market, via retail expansion, powertrain diversification, and a new local electric SUV.

Infosys & Knorr-Bremse: AI-Powered Enterprise Transformation
Infosys partners with Knorr-Bremse AG for a long-term AI-driven IT modernization, enhancing operational efficiency across rail and commercial vehicle sectors.

Mahindra Targets ₹12,500 Cr Business, Aims for 12% Truck Market Share by FY31
SML Mahindra aims for a ₹12,500 crore business by FY31, targeting a doubled truck market share of 12% through strategic investments in new products and technology.

MG Hector Tomahawk: India’s New Electric SUV Challenger
MG Motor India launches the Hector Tomahawk, a new three-row electric SUV, to compete with Mahindra and boost its EV market share starting August 26, 2026.

RSB Transmissions Eyes ₹3,000 Cr IPO with Bain Capital Support
Bain Capital-backed RSB Transmissions is reportedly planning a ₹3,000 crore IPO on Indian stock exchanges, aiming for significant growth and potential inorganic expansion.

India Truck Market Surges: Q1 FY27 Growth Defies Global Challenges
India’s commercial vehicle market shows robust Q1 FY27 growth. Tata Motors & Ashok Leyland lead sales despite global headwinds, driven by domestic demand & policy support.

Dhoot Transmission IPO: Strong Debut with 38% Premium
Dhoot Transmission lists on NSE with a 37.77% premium. Explore investor strategies amid post-listing stock volatility and IPO subscription details.

Dhoot Transmission IPO Soars 36% on Debut
Dhoot Transmission’s shares surged over 36% on market debut after its IPO was oversubscribed 74.21 times, raising Rs 3,067 crore. Explore the listing performance.

Ferrari Luce EV Smashes Records at Auction, Validates Strategy
Ferrari’s first electric vehicle, the Luce, sold for a record-breaking $40 million at auction, exceeding expectations and boosting company guidance.

SPR Auto Raises Rs 1000 Cr via QIP, Offers Up to 5% Discount
SPR Auto Tech Ltd. launches Rs 1,000 crore QIP, offering shares at up to a 5% discount to institutional investors. Floor price set at Rs 4,438.20.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650: Updated Model Launched in India
Royal Enfield updates the Continental GT 650 in India with new features like LED indicators and USB charging. Prices start at Rs 3.58 lakh. Explore the new variants and colors.

India’s E10 Petrol Plea: Protecting Older Vehicles from E20
An Indian government adviser recommends reintroducing E10 petrol to protect millions of older, carburetted vehicles from potential damage caused by the E20 ethanol blend policy.

Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ: AI Electric SUV Launched
Mahindra unveils the AI-powered BE 6 SPORTEQ electric SUV, featuring Google Gemini and a sporty design, starting at ₹11.45 lakh. Explore advanced tech and customization.