AUTO SML Mahindra Eyes Cross-Badging; To Foray Into Electric Buses In FY27

SML Mahindra Ltd, truck and bus manufacturer,  is gearing up to enter the electric bus segment in FY27, marking a key strategic shift as it expands beyond its traditional internal combustion portfolio. The company is also working towards a cross-badging strategy : leveraging products that either SML or Mahindra individually lacks by sharing and rebranding […]

CW Bureau · Apr 25, 2026

AUTO JSW Motors, Tata Elxsi Forge Alliance To Power Next-Gen Mobility Solutions

JSW Motors, the automotive arm of the JSW Group focused on new-energy passenger vehicles, and Tata Elxsi, a global design and technology services company, have forged an alliance to establish the JNEXT – JSW NextGen Technology Center in Pune. JNEXT to drive next-gen mobility solutions The centre will serve as a strategic engineering hub to […]

CW Bureau · Apr 24, 2026

AUTO Domestic Demand To Drive India’s CV Industry To Record Volume In FY27

India’s commercial vehicle (CV) industry is expected to clock a record overall volume of 12.4 lakh units in fiscal 2027, surpassing the previous peak of fiscal 2019. The industry had a strong outing in fiscal 2026, with a 13% rebound. Coming off that high base, growth is expected to moderate to 5–6%. Domestic demand to […]

CW Bureau · Apr 24, 2026

AUTO Kia India Boosts Aftersales Ecosystem With Landmark 500th Service Facility

Kia India, one of the country’s leading mass-premium car makers, has announced the inauguration of its 500th service workshop in India, located at Chandkheda, Ahmedabad. Milestone reflects customer-first commitmentThis milestone reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to placing customers at the heart of its operations, while strengthening a robust and future-ready aftersales ecosystem for its growing […]

CW Bureau · Apr 24, 2026

AUTO Atul Auto, Exponent Energy To Deploy 15,000 Rapid-Charging E-3 Wheelers

Atul Auto Ltd and Exponent Energy have entered into a strategic partnership to jointly develop and deploy rapid-charging electric three-wheelers, targeting a rollout of at least 15,000 passenger vehicles over the next three years. The collaboration combines Atul Auto’s manufacturing capabilities with Exponent Energy’s rapid-charging technology, marking one of the largest scale-ups of fast-charging electric […]

CW Bureau · Apr 24, 2026

AUTO Uno Minda’s Tropical & Anti-Freeze Coolant For Engine Safety Launched

Leading tier 1 supplier of proprietary automotive solutions Uno Minda has announced the launch of its tropical and anti- freeze engine coolant range, engineered to deliver reliable performance across both high- and low-temperature conditions. Advanced technology for enhanced performanceDeveloped using Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and high-performance additives, the coolant range ensures superior thermal stability, long-lasting […]

Sajan C Kumar · Apr 23, 2026

AUTO Nissan Motor, Avis India Join Hands To Boost Corporate Mobility Further

Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (NMIPL) and Avis India have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen corporate mobility and leasing solutions in India by introducing integrated leasing and subscription offerings. Focus on flexible, asset-light mobility modelsThe collaboration aims to address the growing demand for flexible, asset-light mobility models among enterprises, while enabling convenient and cost-efficient […]

CW Bureau · Apr 23, 2026

AUTO Suzuki Motorcycle Clocks 20 Years In India, Speeds Ahead With Innovation

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, is celebrating 20 years of its journey in India. Growth highlights and expansionAmong the key highlights: the company’s sales have doubled over the last four years, driven by strong demand and product innovation. It has achieved the 10 million units production […]

CW Bureau · Apr 23, 2026

AUTO Electric 3-Wheelers To Get A Stylish Boost With TVS Motor-Hyundai Pact

Soon, stylish and technologically advanced electric three-wheelers will be criss-crossing Indian roads, thanks to the newly forged collaboration between TVS Motor and Hyundai. These innovative vehicles will combine Hyundai’s design strengths with TVS Motor’s engineering prowess in manufacturing. A structured play on product development and market reachUnder the arrangement, Hyundai Motor will lead the concept […]

Sajan C Kumar · Apr 21, 2026

AUTO TVS Motor Steps Up Africa Expansion, Enters Zambia With Eight Products

TVS Motor Company, a leading two- and three-wheeler manufacturer, has announced its entry into the Zambian market. In a strategic move to bolster its African footprint, the company has appointed Zamoto Manufacturing Ltd as its official distributor, ensuring a robust sales, service, and spare parts network across the country. High-potential marketWith a young, rapidly urbanising […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026

AUTO Hyundai, TVS Motor Form Partnership To Produce E-Three-Wheelers In India

South Korean auto giant Hyundai Motor Company and India’s two- and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company have signed a joint development agreement (JDA) to advance the development and commercialisation of innovative electric three-wheelers (E3W) designed specifically to address India’s last-mile mobility needs. Strategic collaboration The partnership, formalised following the successful presentation of the E3W concept […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026

AUTO Duster Secures 5-Star BNCAP Rating For Adult & Child Occupant Protection

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of French carmaker Renault Group, has announced that the new Duster has been awarded a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP), underlining Renault’s commitment to making top-tier safety a standard offering and marking a significant milestone in the SUV’s much-anticipated comeback in India. Performance […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026