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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Nearly $26 billion in new opportunity is emerging, fuelled by innovation in products, technology and customer engagement. The global luxury car market is entering a new phase—one where tradition is no longer enough. For decades, luxury cars were defined by brand legacy, craftsmanship and performance. But today, that definition is evolving. Technology, electrification and changing […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has achieved a significant milestone with cumulative sales of over two lakh units of the Innova HyCross in India, underlining strong customer acceptance of hybrid technology and the model’s growing popularity in the premium MPV segment. Since its launch in November 2022, the Innova HyCross has consistently gained traction, combining Toyota’s core […]
JSW MG Motor India has set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title with its MG Majestor, which pulled a 406.4-tonne train over a distance of 300 feet in Jammu and Kashmir, establishing a new global benchmark for SUV capability. The record attempt, conducted on a secured railway section between Kakapora and Awantipora stations, exceeded the qualifying criteria of 400 […]
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%, […]
The OEM places customers at the centre of its business strategy and, over the mid- to long-term, it intends to expand its mobility ecosystem with a strategic focus on PBVs, autonomous driving, and robotics, connecting people and infrastructure. India is set to play a central role in Kia’s next phase of growth. As the company […]
The FY2025–26 sales performance across India’s passenger vehicle makers reveals a market clearly split between scale-driven leaders and fast-moving challengers. While the top players continue to consolidate their dominance through volume, exports and portfolio depth, the real story of the year is the SUV-led disruption—led strongly by Mahindra & Mahindra alongside Tata Motors. At the […]
Mercedes-Benz India has reported its highest-ever fiscal sales, retailing 19,363 units in FY 2025–26, marking a steady increase over the previous year. The strong momentum continued into the January–March 2026 quarter, with sales rising 7% year-on-year to 5,131 units, reflecting sustained demand across key segments. The standout performer was the top-end luxury segment, which continued […]
The OEM’s Q1 performance reflects strong demand across segments, growing acceptance of electric mobility in the luxury space, and a well-rounded product strategy that continues to resonate with Indian customers. BMW Group India has kicked off 2026 on a strong note, recording its highest-ever first-quarter sales with 4,567 cars sold, marking a 17% year-on-year growth […]
Behind this strong growth, each OEM is charting its own course, with distinct strategies and varying levels of success. India’s electric passenger vehicle (EV PV) market has entered a decisive growth phase in FY26, with retail volumes rising sharply to nearly 2 lakh units—an impressive 83.6% year-on-year increase. At the same time, EV penetration in […]
Excelfore has partnered with Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) to deploy a standards-based over-the-air (OTA) update and remote diagnostics platform, debuting with the new Tata Sierra. The move marks a significant step towards bringing software-defined vehicle (SDV) capabilities into large-scale production. The Tata Sierra has been designed as a software-first vehicle, with OTA updates and […]
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has commenced production of the new Volkswagen Taigun at its Pune plant, reinforcing the Group’s ‘Make in India, for India and the world’ strategy. The new Taigun builds on the success of its predecessor with refreshed design elements and upgraded features, while continuing to offer Volkswagen’s signature driving […]