AUTO Olectra Sees Private EV Push As Key To India’s Next Mobility Growth Phase

Olectra Greentech Ltd, a leading electric bus manufacturer, said the proposed $1-billion government support for private electric buses and trucks could accelerate the next phase of India’s electric mobility transition by expanding adoption beyond State transport undertakings (STUs) and government-led demand. Olectra Greentech Managing Director Mahesh Babu said in a social media post that the […]

CW Bureau · May 20, 2026

AUTO Toyota Clocks 3 Lakh Hybrid Vehicle Sales In India, Boosts Green Mobility

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has achieved a major milestone in its electrification journey with cumulative sales of 3 lakh hybrid vehicles in India, underlining the growing acceptance of hybrid mobility solutions among Indian consumers. The milestone highlights increasing customer preference for self-charging hybrid electric vehicle (SHEV) technology, driven by factors such as higher fuel efficiency, lower […]

CW Bureau · May 20, 2026

AUTO Inside TVS Motor’s Next Move: Bigger Factories, R&D Boost And More EVs

TVS Motor Company is preparing for what could become one of its most aggressive expansion phases in recent years, with the company earmarking around ₹3,500 crore in capital expenditure for FY27. The proposed investment is not merely about adding production lines. It reflects a broader strategy focused on expanding manufacturing capacity, accelerating electric vehicle growth, […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO ASK Automotive Q4 PAT Rises 24% To ₹72 Cr On Strong Revenue Growth

ASK Automotive Ltd, India’s largest manufacturer of brake shoes and advanced braking systems for two-wheelers, reported a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of ₹72 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, registering a 24.2% year-on-year growth compared to ₹58 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal. The company’s consolidated revenue for the quarter […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Hero MotoCorp Launches XPulse 200 Series In UK, Boosts Global Adventure

Hero MotoCorp has launched the XPulse 200 4V and XPulse 200 Pro motorcycles in the United Kingdom, strengthening its global adventure motorcycling portfolio and expanding its presence in the European market. The launch marks the next phase of the company’s international growth strategy following its entry into the UK market last year through its partnership […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Ultraviolette, Bolt.Earth Deploy 130 Type-6 Fast Chargers Across India

Ultraviolette and Bolt.Earth said their interoperable Type-6 DC fast-charging network has crossed 130 installed chargers across India, more than doubling the initial deployment target of 50 chargers ahead of schedule. Launched under a strategic collaboration in March 2026, the rollout is being accelerated in response to Ultraviolette’s growing rider base, the rapid rise of India’s […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Keto Motors Lists On BSE, To Scale Up Growth In Electric Bus Manufacturing

Keto Motors, a Hyderabad-based commercial electric vehicle manufacturer focused on sustainable mobility solutions, has debuted on the Bombay Stock Exchange following the successful completion of its reverse merger with Taaza International Ltd. The listing strengthens the company’s access to public capital markets as it expands manufacturing capabilities, electric bus development and commercial EV operations across […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Pricol Sees Earnings Pressure Amid Rising Commodity, Logistics Costs

Pricol Ltd, a leading automotive technology and precision-engineered components manufacturer, will continue with its planned investments, technology development and capacity expansion despite mounting geopolitical and commodity-related pressures impacting the automotive sector globally. The Coimbatore-based firm will remain focused on its medium- and long-term growth strategy and will not scale back critical capital expenditure or research […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Apollo Tyres Sets Aside ₹3,500-Cr Capex For FY27 Expansion

Apollo Tyres Ltd has outlined a capital expenditure plan of ₹3,500 crore for FY27, of which ₹3,000 crore has been earmarked for expanding truck and passenger vehicle tyre manufacturing capacities in India. “For FY27, we have outlined a capex of ₹3,500 crore, with nearly 80% towards growth and capacity expansion projects. Close to ₹3,000 crore […]

CW Bureau · May 18, 2026

AUTO Royal Enfield Set To Secure Land For ₹2,500-Cr Greenfield Factory In AP

Royal Enfiel, the global leader in the mid-size (250cc–750cc) motorcycle segment, is set to secure a land parcel for its proposed greenfield manufacturing facility in Tada (Tirupati), Andhra Pradesh. The company plans to invest close to ₹2,500 crore for the manufacturing expansion as the mid-size motorcycle maker moves to address rising demand and near-full capacity […]

CW Bureau · May 18, 2026

AUTO Amazon India Expands EV Logistics With 1,000 Eicher Electric Trucks

E-commerce major Amazon India is set to deploy around 1,000 electric trucks, developed in collaboration with Eicher Trucks and Buses, a business division of VE Commercial Vehicles, to strengthen the operations of Amazon Now across the country. The deployment is expected to become one of India’s largest dedicated electric truck fleets in the e-commerce and […]

CW Bureau · May 18, 2026

AUTO Uno Minda Plans ₹2,500-Cr Fund Raise, Fresh Investments In Arms

Uno Minda Ltd, a global technology leader in automotive components and systems manufacturing, has received board approval to raise up to ₹2,500 crore and increase investments in subsidiaries to support long-term growth and rising customer demand. The company said the proposed fund raising would be undertaken, as and when required, in one or more tranches […]

CW Bureau · May 17, 2026