AUTO Auto Demand Fires On All Cylinders As Jan Sets New Sales Records

India’s automobile market began 2026 on a high, with passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers recording their highest-ever wholesale January sales, signalling a broad-based demand recovery backed by policy support and improving consumer sentiment. According to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), total vehicle sales across key segments grew at double-digit rates […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

AUTO Ducati’s Centenary Formula 73 Limited Edition To Reach India

In its landmark centenary year, Ducati has unveiled the Formula 73, a limited-edition motorcycle that blends modern engineering with one of the most defining chapters in the brand’s racing and road-bike legacy. Produced in a numbered series of just 873 units globally, the Formula 73 will make its way to Indian dealerships in the fourth […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

AUTO M&M Expands Chennai R&D Hub To Accelerate Mobility Innovation

Automobile major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has announced a major expansion of its advanced research and testing infrastructure at Mahindra Research Valley (MRV) in Chennai, reinforcing the facility’s role as the nerve centre of the group’s global automotive and farm-sector innovation network. Backed by a fresh investment of approximately ₹196 crore, the expansion is expected […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

AUTO Bhago Ties Up With Honda Motorcycle For Electric Mobility Platform

Bhago Mobility announced the launch of a comprehensive electric mobility platform designed to enable India’s growing urban mobility. In partnership with Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) and supported by Honda Power Pack Energy India’s (HEID) battery-swapping infrastructure, the company plans to deploy electric two-wheelers in Delhi and Bengaluru, with a Pan India rollout over […]

CW Bureau · Feb 12, 2026

AUTO JSW MG Motor Unveils Majestor, Set For Large Premium SUV Play

JSW MG Motor India has unveiled the Majestor, positioning it as India’s first D+ SUV designed to meet the evolving aspirations of premium SUV buyers seeking commanding presence, advanced capability, and refined luxury. First showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the Majestor now takes centre stage as MG’s most rugged and premium SUV […]

CW Bureau · Feb 12, 2026

AUTO Tata Motors PV Arm Lines Up Model Refreshes; New E-Cars On Cards

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited (TMPVL) is entering the next phase of growth with a robust product pipeline, strong demand traction, and sustained leadership in the electric vehicle (EV) space, according to Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director & CEO. Beyond the much-anticipated Sierra, Tata Motors is lining up an extensive series of portfolio interventions aimed at […]

Sajan C Kumar · Feb 12, 2026

AUTO Odysse Electric Appoints Industry Veteran Sudhir Goel As Co-Founder

Odysse Electric Vehicles, one of fastest-growing premium electric two-wheeler manufacturers, has announced the appointment of Sudhir Goel as its co-founder. This strategic move underlines the company’s transition into a more robust, professionally run organisation designed to capture the next phase of growth in the Indian EV revolution and green mobility. By bringing aboard Goel, a […]

CW Bureau · Feb 11, 2026

AUTO BYD Is Now Official Auto Partner Of Manchester City Football Club

BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of electric vehicles, has announced an agreement to be the official automotive partner of Manchester City Football Club. The new strategic partnership is one of the most significant collaborations between a global technology company and an iconic football brand – and its 360-degree approach reflects BYD Group’s multi-faceted innovation, and […]

CW Bureau · Feb 11, 2026

AUTO Ashok Leyland Posts Best-Ever Q3 Riding On CV Demand, Profitability

Ashok Leyland delivered its strongest-ever third-quarter performance in Q3 FY26, reflecting the company’s sharpened focus on profitable growth, market share gains and balance sheet strength amid a supportive commercial vehicle (CV) demand environment. The Hinduja Group flagship reported all-time high Q3 revenues of ₹11,534 crore, a 22% year-on-year increase from ₹9,479 crore, driven by robust […]

CW Bureau · Feb 11, 2026

AUTO Auto Retail In Top Gear As Rural Demand, Freight Activity Drive Growth

India’s automobile retail market has opened calendar year 2026 on a firm footing, with January delivering broad-based growth across most vehicle categories, underpinned by strong rural demand, improving freight sentiment and steady consumer confidence. According to vehicle retail data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), overall retail volumes rose 17.61% year-on-year to […]

CW Bureau · Feb 11, 2026

AUTO Tata Motors Indonesia Bags Order For 70,000 CVs To Aid Agri Logistics

Tata Motors has secured its largest-ever order in Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in its global commercial vehicle business. PT Tata Motors Distribusi Indonesia, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Tata Motors Limited, has entered into an agreement to supply 70,000 commercial vehicles for deployment across Indonesia,  to support agricultural activities and rural logistics. Under […]

CW Bureau · Feb 10, 2026

AUTO Eicher Motors Plans ₹958 Cr Royal Enfield Capacity Expansion At Cheyyar

Eicher Motors Ltd, the maker of Royal Enfield motorcycles, plans to ramp up production capacity at its Cheyyar plant in Tamil Nadu by 5 lakh units per annum, involving an investment of ₹958 crore, to meet rising domestic and export demand. In a regulatory filing, the company said it currently has an installed capacity of […]

CW Bureau · Feb 10, 2026