AUTO Kinetic Engineering Invests ₹3 Cr In Its Arm Kinetic Watts & Volts

Pune-based Kinetic Engineering Ltd (KEL) has infused ₹3 crore in its subsidiary Kinetic Watts and Volts Ltd to strengthen its presence in the automobile segment. The investment has been made through a cash subscription of 30 lakh equity shares at a face value of ₹10 each, aggregating to ₹3 crore, the company said in a […]

CW Bureau · Feb 23, 2026

AUTO Motherson–Marelli JV Opens Automotive Lighting Plant In Sanand

Auto component manufacturer Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (SAMIL) announced the commencement of operations at a new automotive lighting facility in Sanand, set up by its joint venture company Marelli Motherson Automotive Lighting India Pvt Ltd (MMLI). MMLI is a 50:50 joint venture between Motherson and Marelli Europe S.p.A.. The new plant, spread over 8,200 square […]

CW Bureau · Feb 23, 2026

AUTO Electrifying Public Transport: E-Bus Market Enters Scale-Up Phase

India’s electric bus transition is gathering pace, but the road to scale is proving more gradual than initially anticipated. According to a recent assessment by CareEdge Ratings, electric buses (e-buses) are now expected to account for 13% of annual bus sales by FY28, a realignment from earlier projections of 15% by FY27 due to execution […]

Sajan C Kumar · Feb 23, 2026

AUTO New Kushaq Production Signals India’s Key Role In Skoda Global Playbook

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India has commenced production of the new Kushaq at its Chakan manufacturing facility in Pune.  The start of production signals India’s growing role within the global manufacturing ecosystem of Škoda Auto, with the Kushaq continuing to serve as a cornerstone of the company’s India 2.0 programme. Developed specifically for Indian conditions and […]

CW Bureau · Feb 23, 2026

AUTO Volkswagen Prices Tayron R-Line At Rs 46.99 Lakh, Steps Up Premium Play

Volkswagen India has announced the introductory price of its premium SUV, the Tayron R-Line, at Rs 46.99 lakh (ex-showroom), marking a significant step in the brand’s push to further its aspirational portfolio in the country. Positioned as a luxury SUV for customers seeking a blend of performance and refinement, the Tayron R-Line combines progressive design, […]

CW Bureau · Feb 20, 2026

AUTO New Punch.ev Unveiled At ₹9.69 Lakh To Accelerate Mass EV Adoption

Tata.ev has rolled out the refreshed avatar of its popular Punch.ev, positioning it as a catalyst for the next phase of mass electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India. Priced at an introductory ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai), the new Punch.ev narrows the price gap with entry-level internal combustion engine (ICE) cars, bringing EV ownership closer to […]

CW Bureau · Feb 20, 2026

AUTO Qualcomm, Tata Electronics Set To Make Auto Modules In India

Qualcomm Technologies and Tata Electronics have announced a collaboration between the companies under which the latter, a leading electronics and semiconductor manufacturing company in India, will serve as a manufacturing partner for the former’s automotive modules. With this new cooperation, Tata Electronics joins Qualcomm Technologies’ global network of module manufacturing partners aimed at supporting the […]

CW Bureau · Feb 20, 2026

AUTO Ducati’s Panigale V4 Secures Prestigious 2025 Good Design Award

The Ducati Panigale V4 has clinched the 2025 Good Design Award, marking a significant milestone in its global design journey and completing a prestigious trio of international accolades. Announced from Borgo Panigale, Bologna, the award recognises the Panigale V4’s excellence in design, reinforcing its status as one of the most visually and technologically accomplished superbikes […]

CW Bureau · Feb 19, 2026

AUTO TVS Motor Crosses One Million Production Milestone In Indonesia

TVS Motor Company has achieved a significant milestone in its international growth journey, surpassing one million units of cumulative production in Indonesia since commencing operations in the country 19 years ago. The landmark underlines the company’s success in building a resilient manufacturing base in Southeast Asia and its long-term commitment to serving both domestic and […]

CW Bureau · Feb 18, 2026

AUTO Valeo To Invest €200 Mn In India Plants, Target €700 Mn Sales By 2028

Valeo, a global automotive technology major and partner to leading automakers worldwide, has announced plans to invest more than €200 million over the coming years to significantly expand its industrial and engineering footprint in India. The investment marks a  major push to triple Valeo’s India sales to around €700 million by 2028 and position the […]

CW Bureau · Feb 18, 2026

AUTO Two-Wheeler Volume To Rise 7-9%, Surpass 29 Mn Units Next Fiscal

India’s two-wheeler industry is expected to grow at 7-9% in fiscal 2027, taking volumes to the 29-million-unit mark. Domestic market, which remains the industry’s largest base, is likely to hold steady on improved affordability following Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates rationalisation, while exports are set to outpace the home market for the third consecutive […]

CW Bureau · Feb 18, 2026

AUTO South Can Lead India’s Green Mobility Transition, Says New Kearney Report

South India is well positioned to lead India’s next phase of green mobility transformation, combining industrial strength, policy momentum and execution capability to decarbonise transport while driving competitiveness and job creation, according to a new report released at the CII Green Mobility Summit in Chennai. Titled Accelerating India’s Green Mobility Transition: Pathways for South India, […]

CW Bureau · Feb 18, 2026