Passenger Cars

Volkswagen Launches New Taigun with 40 Updates, Introduces 75% Assured Buyback

Volkswagen India has launched the updated Taigun at a starting price of INR 10,99,900 (ex-showroom), introducing a host of feature upgrades along with an industry-leading ownership programme aimed at enhancing customer confidence. The new Taigun comes with up to 40 updates, offering nine colour options and the addition of an 8-speed automatic transmission paired with […]

Manufacturing Passenger Cars

Maruti Suzuki Boosts Shopfloor Diversity, Strengthens Women Workforce

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has stepped up its efforts to promote gender diversity, significantly increasing the participation of women in core manufacturing roles across its Gurugram and Manesar facilities over the past two years. The company has been actively hiring women for vehicle manufacturing and engine-transmission operations, where they are engaged in critical functions such […]

Appointments Tyres

JK Tyre Appoints Mandar Deo as India President  

JK Tyre & Industries Limited has appointed Mr. Mandar Deo as President – India, signalling a strategic leadership move as the company looks to accelerate its growth trajectory in the domestic market. He will be based in Delhi and report to Chairman & Managing Director Dr. Raghupati Singhania and Managing Director Anshuman Singhania. Mr. Deo […]

Dealerships Distribution & Retail Passenger Cars

Renault Begins New Duster Deliveries, Expands Retail with ‘new’R’ Store Push

Renault India has commenced nationwide customer deliveries of the new Renault Duster, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s revival strategy in the country. The first delivery was carried out in Chennai, coinciding with the inauguration of a new ‘new’R’ urban retail store on Mount Road. The start of deliveries comes on the back of […]

Passenger Cars

MINI India Opens Bookings for JCW Convertible, Brings Racing Flair to Open-Top Driving

MINI India has announced the opening of pre-launch bookings for the new MINI Convertible John Cooper Works (JCW) Pack, starting 14 April 2026. The special edition model brings together the brand’s signature go-kart driving feel with the thrill of open-air motoring, enhanced by performance-inspired styling. The MINI Convertible JCW Pack draws heavily from the brand’s […]

Events Technology

360° MOBILITY Mega Shows Open in Taipei With AI-Driven Mobility and Hydrogen Technologies in Focus

360° MOBILITY Mega Shows opened today at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, bringing together industry leaders, buyers, media and visitors from Taiwan and abroad. The event opened with strong traffic across the show floor, as exhibitors and attendees engaged in active networking, product demonstrations and business discussions. This year’s edition features nearly 900 exhibitors from 16 […]

Buses Trucks

Force Motors Posts 20% Growth in FY26,  Led by Core Segments

Force Motors Limited, India’s largest van manufacturer and a leading automotive OEM, reported total domestic wholesales of 36,536 units in FY 2025–26, marking a 20% growth over 30,531 units recorded in FY 2024–25. The company witnessed growth across its portfolio, driven by strong demand in both urban and rural passenger mobility segments, along with sustained […]

Cybersecurity digitalization Passenger Cars

Kia India Crosses One Lakh Kia Connect Renewals

Kia India has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing one lakh paid subscription renewals for its connected car platform, Kia Connect, reflecting strong customer engagement beyond the initial complimentary period. The company reported over 30% retention on subscriptions, highlighting the growing importance of connected features in everyday driving. Globally, Kia continues to see an industry-leading enrolment rate of over 97%, […]

Buses Emobility

Olectra Unveils New Brand Identity with Vision to ‘Transform Everyday’

Olectra Greentech Limited, India’s leading electric bus manufacturer, has announced the launch of its new brand identity. The refreshed brand identity reflects Olectra’s evolution from a pioneering electric bus manufacturer to a forward-looking, innovation-driven organization focused on delivering integrated mobility and energy solutions. The refreshed identity introduces a modern visual language, a sharper narrative, and […]

Off-highway

TAFE Hits Record 2.14 Lakh Tractor Sales in FY26

Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE), one of the world’s leading tractor manufacturers and India’s second-largest tractor company,  announced a record performance in FY26, with tractor sales approximately 2,14,951 units, the highest ever in the company’s history. TAFE concluded the fiscal year on a particularly strong note, delivering 37.4% growth in March 2026, a substantial achievement against the domestic industry growth […]

Appointments Components

Varroc appoints Avijit Roy as Group Chief HRO

Varroc Engineering Limited has announced the appointment of Avijit Roy as Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and reporting to Arjun Jain, Whole Time Director & CEO – Business I, effective 10th April 2026. In this role, Avijit will spearhead Varroc’s group human resources strategy, driving a people-first, future-ready agenda aligned with the company’s growth ambitions […]

Buses Emobility

Munich Airport Electrifies Apron Bus Fleet with MAN Lion’s City E

A new era has begun at Munich Airport: AeroGround, the airport’s wholly owned ground handling subsidiary, is converting its entire apron bus fleet to fully electric MAN Lion’s City E vehicles. Over the coming years, up to 74 emission-free e-buses are set to enter service. To bring this transition to life, MAN Truck & Bus […]

Emobility

Relux Electric clocks strong growth in FY26, targets INR 50 Cr. in current fiscal

Relux Electric reported strong growth, with revenue rising to ₹22.5 crore this year from ₹10.7 crore last year. The company has sustained a strong upward trajectory over the past three consecutive years, underscoring consistent business momentum. It has also registered three consecutive years of positive EBITDA and Profit After Tax (PAT), reflecting strong financial discipline […]

Dealerships Sales & Service

The Gold Standard Masterclass in Automotive Customer Retention

By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the global automotive landscape, customer feedback is treated with maximum focus and addressed as a high-priority mission critical for retention. For a dealership, the workshop is the heart of this relationship, where every interaction is a “moment of truth”. The Workshop Ecosystem: Precision and Personnel A customer-centric dealership ensures that every vehicle […]