India’s electric vehicle penetration, currently at around 8.5%, is set to rise to 30% by 2030 — and component manufacturers who move early stand to benefit the most. That was the central message at ASSOCHAM Northern Region’s EV Ancillaries and Auto Components Conclave 2026, held in Gurugram, where government officials and industry leaders called on […]
South India’s premier platform for auto components, aftermarket products, accessories and EV solutions is set to return to the Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, from 31 July to 2 August 2026. The Auto Components & Aftermarket Show 2026 has secured the backing of leading automotive associations across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, underlining […]
Citroen India has launched the Basalt X Comfort Edition as part of the brand’s 108th anniversary celebrations, extending its Advanced Comfort philosophy to a wider audience through premium interior enhancements, convenience features, and personalisation options. The Basalt X Comfort Edition introduces premium leatherette interiors as standard and offers curated Comfort AXS Packs that allow customers […]
JSW MG Motor India’s luxury brand channel, MG SELECT, has partnered with internationally acclaimed fashion designer Gaurav Gupta to unveil exclusive couture editions of the MG M9 luxury MPV and MG Cyberster electric sports car. The special editions were showcased during the launch of Gupta’s latest couture collection, Light Song, at the Jio World Convention […]
V-Logis has announced the inauguration of its new integrated warehousing facility in Rasayani, Panvel, marked by a traditional Satyanarayana Pooja ceremony as operations commenced at the site. Strategically located at Vanivali Village, Dist. Raigad – 410202, within the Patalganga industrial region, this facility is set up to strengthen the group’s warehousing and logistics capabilities, providing […]
Shri Nitin Gadkari , Hon’ble Minister for Road Transport and Highways, graced the occasion and highlighted the pivotal role of private and state operators in transforming India’s bus ecosystem redBus, a leading online bus ticketing platform, felicitated winners of the redBus People’s Choice Awards at the Bharat Prawaas Awards 2026. Organised by the Bus and […]
Montra Electric has inaugurated its first electric small commercial vehicle dealership in West Bengal, partnering with Next Drive Mobility to open a sales, service, and spare parts facility in Howrah, Kolkata. The launch formally introduces the EVIATOR e-SCV to the region’s last-mile delivery ecosystem. The timing is deliberate. West Bengal’s commercial fleet continues to run […]
Mercedes-Benz India has announced key leadership changes in its Sales & Marketing function, effective September 1, 2026, as part of its strategy to strengthen customer experience through artificial intelligence (AI), real-time data and integrated retail finance solutions. The company said the organisational changes reflect its focus on promoting internal talent, developing future leaders and building […]
Growing localisation, technology investments and global confidence position the industry for its next phase of growth The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing India’s auto component industry, has released the findings of its Industry Performance Review FY2025–26. The industry recorded a turnover of INR 7.60 lakh crore (USD 85.9 billion), […]
The Board of Directors of Wheels India, at its meeting held today, approved a proposal to raise up to ₹400 crore through the issuance of equity shares with a face value of ₹10 and/or equity-linked instruments. The proposed fundraise may include convertible preference shares, non-convertible debt instruments with warrants, fully convertible debentures, partly convertible debentures, […]
The opening panel discussion at the IAA Media Summit: Insights and Trends 2026 set the tone for this year’s event by highlighting a fundamental shift in the commercial vehicle industry’s decarbonisation journey. Bringing together Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, Karin Rådström, CEO of Daimler Truck, Dr. Roger Busch, Corporate EVP Sales & […]
Having entered India’s electric mobility ecosystem in 2012, when EV charging infrastructure was still in its infancy, Relux Electric has witnessed the sector’s transformation from a niche concept into a rapidly expanding industry. Today, with supportive government policies, increasing consumer awareness and OEM commitments to electrification, the focus has shifted from merely installing charging points […]
Ashok Leyland has inaugurated two new M&HCV dealership outlets in Assam with the channel partner Bimal Auto Commercial Pvt Ltd. The two dealership outlets are located in Dibrugarh and Bongaigaon and will go a long way in further strengthening Ashok Leyland’s robust distribution network. With these additions, Ashok Leyland now has 26 M&HCV touchpoints across […]
Mahindra and Mahindra’s Chakan manufacturing facility in Pune has crossed the cumulative production milestone of three million vehicles, with the landmark vehicle being the BE 6 — the company’s most advanced flagship electric SUV. The milestone underlines the facility’s evolution from a conventional vehicle manufacturing plant into a future-ready hub capable of producing both internal […]
Raptee.HV, the Chennai-based electric motorcycle maker, has opened its first Experience Centre outside its home market, marking its entry into Bengaluru as part of a broader national expansion strategy. The new centre gives customers the opportunity to explore the technology behind the T30, take test rides, and access dedicated service and after-sales support. The T30 […]