AUTO Nissan Motor Unveils Gravite, Signals Long-Time India Commitment

Nissan Motor India has announced the launch of Gravite, a bold new 7-seater MPV priced at an introductory ₹5.65 lakh, marking a renewed push in the company’s India strategy. Positioned as a game-changing family vehicle, Gravite is the first model to be introduced under Nissan’s renewed product offensive and underlines its sharpened focus on growth […]

CW Bureau · Feb 18, 2026

AUTO Ashok Leyland Puts Product Innovation At Core,  LCV Is Key Priority

Hinduja flagship commercial vehicle major Ashok Leyland is expanding its competitive edge by placing product development and technology innovation at the centre of its growth strategy, even as the company delivered a record-breaking third quarter across financial and operational metrics. The Chennai-based company reported its highest-ever Q3 volumes, revenue, EBITDA, margins, profit before tax and […]

Sajan C Kumar · Feb 18, 2026

AUTO Maruti Begins eVitara Deliveries; BaaS Model To Rev Up EV Sales

India’s largest passenger vehicle maker Maruti Suzuki has commenced deliveries of its electric SUV, the eVitara, marking a significant step in the company’s long-term electric mobility strategy. The launch signals Maruti Suzuki’s intent to scale EV adoption through flexible ownership models, extensive service readiness and a charging ecosystem aligned with its mass-market footprint. A key […]

CW Bureau · Feb 17, 2026

AUTO Apollo Tyres Plans ₹5,800-Cr Capex For AP Unit, Europe Restructuring On

Riding on robust domestic demand, Apollo Tyres Ltd reported strong double-digit growth across channels in India, even as Europe remained subdued, prompting the company to sharpen its focus on premiumisation, product approvals and capacity expansion. “We saw robust double-digit growth in all channels. All our three product categories saw strong growth, underscoring the strength of […]

CW Bureau · Feb 17, 2026

AUTO New X3: BMW Steps Up Product Offensive In India’s Luxury SUV Market

Luxury car maker BMW has strengthened its premium SUV portfolio with the launch of the new BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro in the Indian market. The addition of a new model, is in line with the company’s strategy of offering locally produced, performance-led models tailored to evolving customer demand. The new petrol variant […]

CW Bureau · Feb 16, 2026

AUTO CarTrade Tech Turns Data Advantage Into AI-Powered Marketing Plan

Multi-channel auto platform CarTrade Tech has announced the rollout of its multi-agent AI ecosystem, a transformative technology initiative that will be deployed across its platforms over the coming months. The initiative is aimed at enhancing customer experience while accelerating margin expansion across the business. The announcement follows the company’s strongest quarterly performance to date, with […]

CW Bureau · Feb 16, 2026

AUTO Hyundai India Fuels Up Growth Engine; Capacity, SUVs & Exports In Focus

Korean auto major Hyundai is entering a conclusive phase of its India journey, marked by capacity expansion, clear focus towards SUVs and deeper localisation. Comments from Managing Director and CEO Tarun Garg during the latest earnings call underline a strategy that blends near-term operating agility with long-term structural transformation. Hyundai India’s immediate priorities is the […]

Sajan C Kumar · Feb 15, 2026

AUTO Escorts Kubota Bets Big On India Platform To Drive Margins And Scale

Tractor and agriculture equipment maker Escorts Kubota, which has Japan company Kubota Corporation as partner, is sharpening its India-first strategy. The management is working  on plans to introduce a dedicated Indian platform under the Kubota brand as a key growth and margin lever. Speaking during the latest earnings call, the company said the new platform […]

Sajan C Kumar · Feb 14, 2026

AUTO Ola Electric Signals Reset As Heavy Capex Phase Ends, Eyes Scale-Up

Ola Electric Mobility Ltd has outlined a conclusive strategic inflection point in its latest shareholders’ letter, positioning the company for its next phase of growth after completing one of the most capital-intensive build-outs in India’s electric vehicle industry. The company said it has invested ₹5,300 crore across manufacturing infrastructure, battery innovation and research and development, […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

AUTO Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Unveils Autoplane Named Udo At ₹3.59 Lakh

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Ltd, India’s No.1 electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, unveiled its most advanced electric three-wheeler Mahindra Udo at an inaugural price of ₹3.59 lakh. The Mahindra Udo draws inspiration from an airplane and envisages the auto as a autoplane. It is a bold step forward in design, performance and comfort for last-mile mobility. […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

AUTO Raptee.HV Electric Motorcycle Secures Record For All-India Ride

Raptee.HV has successfully completed a 7,530-kilometre all-India ride by its flagship electric motorcycle, the T30, a feat that has been officially recognised by the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records. Completed in just 19 days, the same duration typically associated with internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycles, this achievement is a first […]

CW Bureau · Feb 13, 2026

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