Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has launched the Volkswagen brand in Sri Lanka in partnership with Continental Cars and Commercials Ltd, bringing two of its most popular models — the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan — to the island market. Both vehicles are manufactured at SAVWIPL’s Chakan facility in Pune and are already […]
Suzuki Motorcycle India has inaugurated a new dealership, Pluton Suzuki, at Ansal Plaza in Gurdev Nagar, Ludhiana — its first Experience Zone in Punjab. The outlet takes Suzuki’s nationwide dealer network to 1,244 touchpoints across India and gives the company a second authorised dealership in Ludhiana, bringing its total presence in Punjab to 12 outlets. […]
MINI India has strengthened its presence in India’s emerging premium automotive markets with its entry into Jharkhand through the appointment of Titanium Autos as its new authorised dealer partner. The Ranchi dealership becomes the latest addition to MINI India’s rapidly expanding retail network. Since the beginning of 2026, the company has entered five new […]
Mercedes-Benz India has strengthened its retail presence in Andhra Pradesh with the inauguration of a new 1S luxury dealership in Visakhapatnam, reinforcing the brand’s focus on expanding its footprint across emerging luxury car markets in India. Operated by Silver Star, the newly opened showroom is strategically located on the Chennai–Kolkata Highway at the Visakhapatnam Marriott […]
India’s auto dealership ecosystem is at a turning point—becoming more structured, data-driven and future-ready, with resilience and collaboration shaping a more balanced, modern retail landscape. Walk into any car showroom in India and what you see is polished, organised and customer-focused. But behind that neat front lies a much more complex and evolving ecosystem—one that […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In an increasingly competitive automotive aftermarket landscape, dealership success is no longer defined by volumes alone, but by the ability to deliver consistent quality, optimise throughput, and build long-term customer relationships. At the forefront of this transformation is Harkirat Singh, Managing Director of Gulzar Motors, whose dealership network has emerged as a […]
Company is reimagining Aftersales Excellence through Digitalisation, Network Expansion and Customer-Centric Service By Ravichandran Srinivasan India’s luxury car market is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by a younger, more aspirational customer base, increasing digital adoption, and a growing appetite for premium experiences beyond metro cities. At the same time, the shift toward electrification and […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan Step into any modern car showroom, and you are greeted by an orchestrated symphony of luxury: high-ceilinged glass atriums, the intoxicating scent of premium leather, and a fleet of shiny new models reflecting the glow of recessed LEDs. To the casual observer, it looks like a gold mine. But behind this polished […]
Mahindra’s Truck and Bus Business has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art 3S dealership in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. With 12 service bays, the facility can service more than 15 vehicles per day while also providing driver lodging, 24-hour breakdown assistance and AdBlue availability. Speaking on the occasion, Vinod Sahay, Chairman – SML Mahindra and Mahindra Advanced Technologies & […]
JSW MG Motor India has strengthened its footprint in Nepal through a strategic distribution partnership with the Golchha Organization, marking a significant step in expanding the brand’s presence and customer reach in the neighbouring market. As part of the collaboration, the company has inaugurated a new MG dealership in Nepal, aimed at offering customers access […]
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has announced the inauguration of three new BharatBenz service centers across the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh. The new workshops at Jhansi, Kabrai and Chitrakoot will be operated by PPS Trucking – part of one of the country’s most widely spread automobile conglomerates. […]
Yulu has expanded its footprint in Central India with the launch of its franchisee-led electric mobility service in Bhopal under the Yulu Business Partner (YBP) initiative. The service has been rolled out in partnership with Tezz Mobility, led by entrepreneurs Dharamveer Singh Bhadoriya and Siddharth Jain. The latest rollout marks Yulu’s ninth partner-led expansion after […]
Overall, the results underline Maruti Suzuki’s strong market position, even as capacity constraints highlight the need for further production expansion to meet rising demand. Maruti Suzuki India Limited has reported a record-breaking financial performance for FY2025–26, driven by strong demand in the domestic market, particularly in the second half of the year following GST reductions. […]
VST Motors has closed 2025 on a positive note, registering a stronger performance compared to the previous year, driven by improved market sentiment and a sharper alignment with evolving customer needs. The company witnessed a significant uptick in demand post the GST reduction in September, particularly in the commercial vehicle space, where growth in the […]
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) successfully concluded the 3rd edition of Vyapar Delhi and the 22nd Vyapar Conclave at Le Méridien, New Delhi. Held under the theme “Vyapar Delhi – Badalti Dilli”, the high-level industry forum brought together over 200 automobile dealers, senior policymakers, OEM leaders, financial institutions, and domain experts to deliberate […]