Yokohama India today launched the GEOLANDAR X-CV range, originally developed for luxury SUVs with wheel sizes above 18 inches, now extended from 16 inches onwards to bring premium performance to a wider range of crossover SUVs. With 32 planned sizes spanning 16 to 20 inches, GEOLANDAR X-CV will be India’s most extensive dedicated tyre pattern […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced the launch of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Black Edition, a striking limited-edition SUV that brings a bold, youthful, and premium design expression to its popular lineup. Crafted for style-conscious customers, the Aero Black Edition elevates the Hyryder’s road presence with blacked-out design elements and sporty accents, delivering a […]
ChargeZone, India’s largest EV charging network with over 15,000 charging points, today announced a strategic partnership with Landmark Cars Limited, one of India’s foremost premium and luxury automotive retail chains. Under the partnership, customers purchasing electric vehicles from any Landmark dealership across India will receive exclusive charging benefits on ChargeZone’s nationwide fast-charging network, bringing charging […]
Mercedes-Benz today announced a bouquet of service offerings and initiatives aimed at elevating the luxury ownership experience and lowering total cost of ownership for customers. The company introduced India’s first AI-powered automated Vehicle Scanner at the Landmark Cars service facility in Mumbai, digitalising vehicle condition assessment at service reception for a faster, more transparent experience. […]
JSW MG Motor India has launched a special Anniversary Programme to mark seven years of the MG Hector in the Indian market. The limited-period offer, available on all eligible bookings made during August 2026, provides customers benefits of up to INR 60,000, including exchange benefits, loyalty rewards, corporate benefits, and anniversary discounts. Mr. Vinay Raina, […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the luxury automotive business, after-sales service plays a pivotal role in shaping customer loyalty and long-term brand affinity. As vehicles become increasingly connected and electrified, dealerships are investing in advanced workshop capabilities, digital technologies and personalised customer engagement to deliver a seamless ownership experience. In this interview with Aftermarket & Service, […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan Luxury automotive brands are no longer competing only on product excellence—they are increasingly being judged by the ownership experience they deliver long after the vehicle leaves the showroom. In this conversation with Aftermarket & Service, Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Brand Director, Audi India, shares how the company is strengthening its dealer network, […]
VinFast Auto India has inaugurated its 60th retail outlet in India, a new 3S dealership in Patna, Bihar — marking the Vietnamese electric vehicle brand’s first presence in the state and its continued push into tier 2 and tier 3 markets across the country. The milestone comes just one year after VinFast opened its first […]
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has launched the Nexon CAMO, a special edition of its iconic compact SUV, to mark ten years of the Nexon and the trust of over 11 lakh customers. Priced from ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom Delhi, the Nexon CAMO is available in two exclusive colours — Munnar Mist and Coorg Cloud — and is timed […]
BYD India has announced a range of festive benefits for customers purchasing eligible BYD electric vehicles across India under its ‘Celebrate Your Dreams with BYD’ programme, ahead of the country’s festive season — traditionally a key period for automobile purchases. Beginning August 2026, customers can avail benefits including charging coupons on select variants, a complimentary […]
BorgWarner has been awarded a new eTurbo™ program with a major European OEM for an advanced hybrid passenger car application, further strengthening BorgWarner’s leading position in electrified boosting technologies. Production is scheduled to begin in 2029. “This new award underlines the strength of our eTurbo™ technology and the trust our customers place in BorgWarner’s electrified […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has launched the ninth-generation Hilux in India, strengthening its SUV portfolio with a vehicle that combines rugged off-road capability with urban practicality and premium comfort. The new Hilux is available in three variants — 4X2 GX AT at ₹31,99,000, 4X4 GX AT at ₹33,69,000, and 4X4 VX AT at ₹36,69,000, all ex-showroom. […]
MINI India has launched the new MINI Convertible Stardust Edition in India as a completely built-up unit, available exclusively through the MINI India website at an ex-showroom price of ₹62,90,000, with deliveries commencing immediately. Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO of BMW Group India, said: “The new MINI Convertible is the perfect car for […]
Tata Power, one of India’s leading EV charging network, today announced the commissioning of a 60 kW DC Fast Charging Station at Sri Krishna Cafe, Bannikuppe, strategically located along the Mysore–Madikeri Highway (National Highway 275 (NH-275). Strategically located on NH-275, the key corridor connecting Bengaluru and Mysuru with Kodagu (Coorg), the new charging station strengthens EV infrastructure along one of Karnataka’s busiest tourism […]
Tesla India has announced the opening of its first Tesla-Approved Body Shop in Pune, strengthening after-sales service support for owners across Maharashtra. The facility offers professional collision repair and bodywork to Tesla standards, genuine Tesla parts, software-aware diagnostics, and service by trained technicians — reducing downtime and bringing peace of mind to Tesla owners in […]