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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India launch OBD2B Shine 100

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) today introduced the updated OBD2B-compliant Shine 100 with enhanced styling. The new 2025 Honda Shine 100 has been priced at Rs. 68,767 (ex-showroom, Delhi). It is now available at HMSI dealerships across India. Introducing the updated Shine 100, Mr. Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & […]

COMPONENTS

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India achieves manufacturing 500,000 engines locally

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) raises the bar further in manufacturing by producing 500,000 units of locally-manufactured engines at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Chakan, Pune. This reflects the Group’s manufacturing capabilities and commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative while supplying powertrain solutions to domestic and global markets. The milestone further solidifies […]

Passenger Vehicles

Mahindra Launches XUV700 Ebony Limited Edition

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, today launched the XUV700 Ebony Limited Edition—a striking new avatar that amplifies the XUV700’s unmissable presence and sophisticated design. Starting at ₹ 19.64 Lakh (ex-showroom), this exclusive variant is set to outshine the dark with its captivating dual black-and-silver aesthetic. Bold and Unmistakable Exterior Crafted for those […]

Dealerships Trucks

Montra Electric opens e-SCV dealership in Tamil Nadu, partners with TVS Vehicle Mobility Solution 

Montra Electric’s e-SCV division, TIVOLT Electric Vehicles Private Limited has marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its first e-SCV dealership in Madhavaram, Chennai. This is the first e-SCV dealership in South India Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the state. The new channel partner TVS Vehicle Mobility Solution […]

FADA Retail Data

FADA Reports February 2025 Auto Retail Dip: Market Declines 7% YoY

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released vehicle retail data for February 2025. FADA President, Mr. C. S. Vigneshwar, shared his insights on the auto retail performance for the month: “February witnessed a broad-based downturn across all categories, aligning with our earlier survey projections, which anticipated a ‘Flat to De-growth’ sentiment. The market […]

Buses Emobility

Scania enhances e-bus offering with new e-machine, battery and charging options

Scania’s new e-machine is fully adapted to the company’s complete battery-electric bus platform. Four power options are now available, and an integrated two- or four-speed gearbox, offering an impressive combination of increased performance and efficiency, flexibility and zero emissions. A further battery option has been added, and a charging interface at the rear of the […]

Passenger Vehicles

Global SUV brands leading the Charge in Innovation, Performance and Safety in India

SUVs have become the preferred choice over sedans, driven by consumer demand for versatility, road presence, and all-terrain capabilities. Whether for city commutes or off-road adventures, SUVs offer the perfect blend of power, comfort, and advanced technology. According to the apex industry body SIAM, the Utility Vehicle (UV) segment in India has emerged as a […]

Emobility

India’s EV Growth Continues: 3Ws Lead with 56.4% Market Share in Feb’25

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released the electric vehicle (EV) retail data for February 2025, highlighting key trends in India’s evolving EV market. Despite some challenges, the sector showed resilience, with Passenger EVs witnessing an 18.95% year-on-year (YoY) growth and Three-Wheelers continuing their dominance with a 56.4% market penetration. While Two-Wheelers saw […]

Passenger Vehicles

Kia Carens crosses 200,000 sales milestone in 36 months

Kia, a leading mass premium carmaker, today announced the 200,000+ units sale milestone of its most loved product Carens within 36 months of its launch. The family mover from Kia India has emerged as one of the fastest-selling vehicles in its category, carving a niche among Indian families seeking a combination of comfort, space, technology, and […]

Two Wheelers

Ultraviolette Unveils First Electric Scooter at ₹1.2 Lakh

Ultraviolette takes a significant stride in its mission to revolutionize the electric vehicle industry. As the makers of ‘The Fastest Indian,’ and following the recent launch of the F77 SuperStreet, the company held its most extensive Product and Technology showcase: FAST FORWARD India ’25, in Bengaluru today. This landmark event prominently highlighted the company’s roadmap […]

Lubricants

HPCL and Tata Motors Launch Genuine DEF for Enhanced Commercial Vehicle Performance

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL), a Maharatna Oil Company, and Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, have partnered to introduce their co-branded Genuine Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). This high-quality DEF solution will drive optimal vehicle performance, boost drivetrain efficiency, and extend vehicle longevity. Produced in BIS-approved facilities that meet the highest industry standards, this […]

Events

Automechanika Dubai celebrates record exhibitor numbers during its 2024 edition

Automechanika Dubai, the largest trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry in the wider Middle East, has officially announced the results from the 2024 edition of the show during the exhibition’s first Advisory Board Assembly of the year, where the trends expected to be discussed during the 2025 edition of the show were outlined, when […]

Alternative Fuels Trucks

Tata Motors Drives India’s Green Future with Country’s First Hydrogen Truck Trials

In a landmark development towards India’s vision of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, Tata Motors, the country’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has launched the first-ever trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks. This historic trial, which marks a significant step towards sustainable long distance cargo transportation, was flagged off by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Union Minister of […]

Passenger Vehicles Technology

Honda Cars achieves sales milestone with 50,000 ADAS enabled vehicles on Indian roads 

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, has reached an important sales milestone with 50,000 ADAS enabled Honda cars now on Indian roads. This achievement underscores HCIL’s commitment to Honda’s global vision of “Safety for Everyone” and its goal to achieve zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and […]