Kia India has launched the Model Year 2026 (MY26) edition of the Sonet, expanding the compact SUV’s automatic portfolio with new variants across diesel automatic and turbo petrol 7DCT powertrains. The move aims to make automatic driving more accessible to customers in one of India’s most competitive SUV segments. With the update, the Sonet’s automatic […]
TVS Motor Company has strengthened its electric mobility portfolio with the launch of the Orbiter V1 electric scooter and the introduction of a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model across its EV range, aimed at making electric mobility more accessible to urban commuters. The Orbiter V1, powered by a 1.8 kWh battery, becomes the most affordable electric scooter […]
Mahindra Group currently holds close to 7% market share in the trucks and buses segment and around 24% in the intermediate and light commercial vehicle (I&LCV) bus category. It aims to expand its overall market share to around 10–12% by FY31 and exceed 20% by FY36. Mahindra’s Truck and Bus Business (MTB) has strengthened its […]
By Vairavanathan Shanmugavelu Parts availability continues to be a challenge in several regions of the automotive aftermarket. However, availability issues are visible – they get discussed, escalated and eventually resolved. The bigger issue, rarely spoken about openly, is payment. Across OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and distributors, business volumes are growing – but working capital stress is […]
Electric vehicle retail momentum in India remained strong in February 2026, with year-on-year growth recorded across all major segments. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), electric two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, three-wheelers and commercial vehicles all registered healthy growth, although overall EV penetration remained largely stable due to the faster expansion […]
Keto Motors, an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, has successfully secured CMVR Type Approval Certification from the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) for its 9-metre Urbanova KE9 electric bus, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion within India’s electric public mobility segment. The certification confirms compliance with all statutory safety and performance standards, including structural […]
Kinetic Engineering Ltd. (KEL), the flagship company of the Kinetic Group, has received an additional capital infusion of ₹40 crore from its promoter group, strengthening the company’s financial position as it expands into emerging mobility technologies. The investment has been made through the conversion of warrants, subject to regulatory approvals, increasing promoter shareholding in the […]
India’s automotive industry continued its growth momentum in February 2026, with strong demand across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, commercial vehicles and tractors. Several leading manufacturers reported robust year-on-year increases, reflecting sustained consumer confidence, improving rural demand and steady expansion in exports. Commercial Vehicles & Off-highway In the commercial vehicle segment, Tata Motors Limited reported total domestic and international CV sales […]
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV) has announced the appointment of B Srinivas as the new Managing Director & CEO, effective 1st April, 2026. B Srinivas has spent more than three decades at Eicher, managing diverse responsibilities across various business lines, and in strategy, sales, marketing and operations. Since 2024, Srinivas has served as the Chief Operating Officer of VECV. […]
Uno Minda, a leading Tier 1 supplier of proprietary automotive solutions to OEMs, has introduced a new range of advanced trumpet horns for the Indian aftermarket, aimed at enhancing road communication and safety across passenger and commercial vehicles. With the rapid growth of India’s mobility ecosystem and increasing traffic density, vehicle horns continue to play […]
JSW MG Motor India has introduced a comprehensive 5-5-5 ownership programme for the upcoming MG Majestor, India’s first D+ SUV, aimed at providing long-term ownership assurance and predictable running costs for customers. Designed as an integrated customer offering, the programme combines a 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, free 5-year roadside assistance with unlimited kilometres, and five labour-free […]
ZELO Electric has introduced the Knight+ Rani Edition, a limited-edition electric scooter launched to mark International Women’s Day. The new variant comes in an exclusive baby pink colour scheme and will be available in only 999 units across India, reinforcing the brand’s focus on design-led electric mobility. Priced at ₹69,990 (ex-showroom), the Rani Edition builds […]
India’s mobility and logistics sector witnessed relatively stable trucking activity in February, with truck rentals across major trunk routes remaining largely rangebound month-on-month, according to the latest industry data. Despite the stable month-on-month trend, several key routes recorded notable year-on-year growth. The Delhi–Mumbai–Delhi corridor led the growth with an 8% increase in truck rentals, followed […]
As electric mobility gathers pace in India, the ecosystem supporting EV adoption is expanding beyond vehicle technology and charging infrastructure to include innovative financing solutions. In line with this shift, Axis Bank has announced that it will become a preferred financer for Tesla, offering customised financing options designed specifically for customers purchasing Tesla vehicles in […]