Manufacturing Passenger Cars

Maruti Suzuki hits record 23.4 lakh production, sets sights on 40 lakh capacity

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has clocked its highest-ever annual production of 23.4 lakh units in FY2025-26, becoming the only passenger vehicle OEM in India to achieve such a milestone. The company also emerged as the top-performing manufacturing facility within Suzuki Motor Corporation’s global network for the year. The record output was driven by strong volumes […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

Tesla Expands India Play with Model Y L, Launches Six-Seater Electric SUV

Tesla has unveiled the Model Y L, a new six-seater electric SUV, in India, marking a significant step in its strategy to tap into the country’s growing premium EV and family mobility segments. The vehicle was showcased at The Ballard Pier Downtown Experience Centre, with online bookings opening immediately. Customers will also be able to […]

Partnerships Passenger Cars

Nissan, Avis India Partner to Expand its presence in Corporate Mobility and Leasing Segment

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. has entered into a strategic partnership with Avis India to expand its presence in India’s growing corporate mobility and leasing segment through integrated leasing and subscription solutions. The collaboration aims to cater to the rising demand from enterprises for flexible, asset-light mobility models by offering end-to-end leasing services built around […]

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Train Drivers, Not Just License Them: Primus Report Flags Critical Gap in Road Safety

Primus Partners has called for urgent reforms in India’s driver training and licensing ecosystem, highlighting it as a key missing link in tackling the country’s rising road accidents and fatalities. In its latest thought leadership report, Rethinking Driver Training: A Road to Safer Traffic, the firm argues that despite stronger laws, better enforcement and improved […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

Renault Bets Big on India, Turns It into Global Growth Engine

With a stronger product line-up, advancing technology and sharper customer focus, the Renault is entering a new phase in India — one that will help shape its global future. India is no longer just another market for Renault. It is fast becoming the centre of its global story. When Renault Group CEO Mr. Francois Provost […]

Passenger Cars Safety

Renault Duster returns with 5-star safety, strengthening comeback story in India

Renault India has marked a significant milestone in the comeback of the new Duster, with the SUV securing a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP). The new Duster delivered a strong performance across both key safety parameters, scoring 30.49 out of 32 in adult occupant protection and 45 out of […]

Passenger Cars

Kia Syros Model Year 2026 gets wider trims, more features, diesel automatic options

Kia India has introduced the Model Year 2026 (MY26) update of the Syros, expanding the lineup with new trims and feature enhancements aimed at improving accessibility and customer choice. Starting at ₹8.39 lakh, the updated Syros brings in new variants including HTE, HTE(O), HTK+(O) and HTX(O), along with a broader availability of automatic options, including […]

Dealerships Passenger Cars Sales & Service

Mercedes-Benz strengthens Goa footprint with new luxury service facility in Margao

In a move aimed at strengthening its customer-centric strategy and expanding into emerging luxury markets, Mercedes-Benz India has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art service facility in South Goa. Located in Margao, the facility marks the brand’s first dedicated service presence in the region and its second outlet in the state. The new facility, operated by Counto Motors, complements […]

Passenger Cars Sales & Service Used Vehicle Sales

Toyota Group enters multi-brand used car space with UTrust debut in Bengaluru

Toyota Kirloskar Sundaram Mobility Pvt Ltd (TKSM) has entered the multi-brand pre-owned car market with the launch of its first UTrust outlet in Whitefield, Bengaluru, marking a new phase in its efforts to build a full vehicle lifecycle mobility ecosystem. The new retail format signals Toyota’s intent to go beyond new car sales and create […]

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60% of Pre-Owned Luxury Car Buyers in India Aged 35–40: Autobest Emperio Survey

Autobest Emperio, a renowned player in India’s pre-owned luxury car market, has released findings from a survey conducted across metro cities and emerging Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow, Indore, and Ahmedabad. Based on responses from over 3,000 participants, the study highlights a clear generational shift in India’s luxury car market, […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

Renault bets big on India with ‘futuREady’ push, targets top-three global market status

Renault Group has unveiled an ambitious India-focused strategy under its global “futuREady” vision, positioning the country as a key growth driver, technology hub and export base for its next phase of international expansion. At the end of a week-long visit to India, Mr. François Provost, CEO of Renault Group, emphasised that India represents more than […]

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 […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

Nissan Charts AI-Led, Electrified Future with Customer-Centric Global Vision

Nissan has unveiled a bold long-term vision aimed at transforming itself into a smarter, more agile and customer-focused mobility company. With its new direction, titled “Mobility Intelligence for Everyday Life,” the company is moving beyond traditional automotive boundaries to integrate advanced technologies, electrification and digital intelligence into everyday mobility experiences. At the core of this […]

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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 […]