India’s electric two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments delivered strong performances in May 2026, with both categories recording meaningful year-on-year growth and expanding market share — further evidence that electric mobility is moving well beyond the early-adopter phase in the country. E2W Total electric two-wheeler retail registrations reached 1,70,733 units in May 2026, an 8.53% sequential rise […]
Daimler Truck has launched a new global brand, Daimler Truck Defence, bringing together its worldwide defence activities under one unified identity as the company positions defence as a key pillar of its growth strategy. The portfolio currently includes vehicles from Mercedes-Benz Trucks and will be progressively expanded to incorporate solutions from other Daimler Truck vehicle […]
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has been honoured as the ‘Automobile: Top Exporter’ for FY 2025-26 by the Mumbai Port Authority, recognising the company’s export performance and its contribution to establishing India as a global automotive manufacturing hub. The recognition comes after SAVWIPL exported over 40,000 vehicles through Mumbai Port during the year. […]
Road freight remains the backbone of modern economies, with trucks continuing to dominate regional and medium-distance transport. Growing urbanization, e-commerce and global supply chains are increasing demand for transport services, making the commercial vehicle sector a key contributor to economic resilience and sustainability. The industry is being reshaped by four major trends: decarbonization, digitalization, automation […]
At IAA Transportation 2026 in September, Mercedes Benz Trucks will present key next steps in the transformation of road freight transport toward alternative drivetrains. The focus is on the new eActros Lowliner, with which the manufacturer is strategically expanding its battery-electric portfolio for high-volume applications. As a strong signal to both the industry and the […]
The IAA Media Summit marks a successful kickoff for IAA TRANSPORTATION – The commercial vehicle industry is driving transformation with intensive efforts and major investments – Lack of charging and hydrogen infrastructure remains a key bottleneck slowing the rollout of climate-friendly commercial vehicles. Held on June 8 and 9 in Frankfurt am Main, the IAA […]
The move to 100V architecture, well above the voltage levels used by most scooters in the market today, is at the centre of this update. Around a month ago, Ultraviolette announced a significant overhaul of its Tesseract electric scooter, introducing what it claims is India’s first 100V electrical architecture for a scooter. The company is […]
Michelin has launched a new Michelin Tyres and Services store in Bikaner, Rajasthan, in partnership with Bhagwati Tyres — further strengthening the tyre maker’s retail presence in the State. Strategically located near Khatu Shyam Temple on Jaipur Road, the 7,000 sq ft facility is a modern premium mobility destination offering Michelin’s passenger car and two-wheeler […]
Mercedes-Benz India has launched the S 450 e Launch Edition, the brand’s first-ever plug-in hybrid in its flagship S-Class lineup. The launch marks a significant step in Mercedes-Benz’s powertrain-agnostic strategy, bringing electric mobility to India’s top-end luxury limousine segment for the first time. Mr. Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “The S-Class […]
Established in 1978 in Tainan City, Eagle Eyes Traffic Ind. Co., Ltd. has evolved into a premier global leader in automotive lighting. Showcasing its extensive portfolio at the recent Taipei 360° Mobility Mega Show, the company highlighted a steadfast commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability. Producing a comprehensive range of automotive lighting, including headlights, taillights, […]
At the recent Taiwan 360 Mobility Show, Hydrogen Valley Power Co., Ltd. took center stage to demonstrate the future of green transportation. As the only team in Taiwan with proven experience in developing hydrogen-powered vehicles exceeding five tons, the company is actively redefining the commercial transit and heavy-vehicle sectors. At the core of the company’s […]
Ultraviolette has announced the launch of its second UV Space Station in Chennai — its 42nd outlet in India — further expanding its retail and service presence across the country. The new experience centre, established in partnership with dealer JMB Motors, is located at 129/64, Bala Padmam, Chetpet, Harrington Road, Chennai — and marks the […]
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has introduced the 2026 CB750 Hornet E-Clutch and XL750 Transalp E-Clutch, expanding its premium BigWing portfolio with Honda’s E-Clutch technology on its 755cc parallel-twin platform. Alongside the two new additions, the Gold Wing luxury tourer is now available in a new colour option, while the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP continues as […]
AbhiBus, the bus ticketing arm of ixigo, has launched an industry-first Roadside Assistance programme aimed at supporting passengers in the event of a bus breakdown during their journey. Under the new initiative, if a bus booked through AbhiBus breaks down en-route, the platform will arrange an alternative cab within 45 minutes at no additional cost […]
Citroën India has announced the commencement of the brand’s 108th year celebrations, marking over a century of automotive innovation, design ingenuity, and human-centric mobility. To mark the milestone in India, the French automaker has launched a month-long customer engagement programme running across all Citroën dealerships from June 4 to June 30, 2026, featuring exclusive service […]