AUTO Ford’s India Comeback: Why Engine Production For Exports Makes Sense

All eyes are on US auto major Ford Motor Company as it prepares to script a fresh chapter in India, with early groundwork underway to revive activity at its now-defunct Maraimalai Nagar facility near Chennai. After exiting vehicle manufacturing in India in 2021, Ford is now redrawing its approach, from full-scale car production to high-value […]

CW Bureau · Mar 19, 2026

AUTO BMW Brings M2 CS To India At ₹1.66 Cr, Targets Performance Enthusiasts

German luxury carmaker BMW has launched the highly anticipated BMW M2 CS in India, priced at ₹1.66 crore (ex-showroom). The limited-edition performance coupe will be available as a completely built-up (CBU) unit, underlining its exclusivity for enthusiasts in the country. Positioned as a track-focused yet road-ready machine, the new M2 CS represents a significant evolution […]

CW Bureau · Mar 18, 2026

AUTO India Nippon Electricals Outlines Six-pronged Future Growth Strategies

India Nippon Electricals Ltd (INEL) has outlined six focus areas as part of its future growth strategy, centred on expanding its core business and building capabilities in emerging technologies. The company, a manufacturer of electronic ignition systems for electric vehicles, two-wheelers, three-wheelers and portable engines, operates three manufacturing facilities and a technology centre across Tamil […]

CW Bureau · Mar 18, 2026

AUTO BYD India Opens Bookings For Sealion 7 First Anniversary Edition With Offers

BYD India, a subsidiary of global NEV leader BYD, has announced the commencement of bookings for the Sealion 7 first anniversary edition in India, marking a milestone for its flagship electric performance SUV. Bookings open from March 17, 2026, with a token amount of ₹70,000 across dealerships nationwide. The Sealion 7 first anniversary edition is […]

CW Bureau · Mar 17, 2026

AUTO SAMIL Arm Acquires Controlling Stake In Yutaka Giken, Shinnichi

Auto parts maker Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (SAMIL), through its indirect wholly owned subsidiary Motherson Global Investments B.V. (MGI BV), has acquired an 81% stake in Yutaka Giken Co. Ltd. (YGCL) and an 11% stake in Shinnichi Kogyo Co. Ltd. YGCL, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, manufactures metal components and assemblies such as rotors […]

CW Bureau · Mar 17, 2026

AUTO Ather Doubles Service Network To 500 This Fiscal, Bets On Vehicle Care

Ather Energy, one of India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturers, has expanded its service network to 500 authorised centres nationwide, aligning with its rapidly growing retail footprint and customer base. Service Expansion In Tandem with Retail Growth The company has consistently focused on establishing service support in every city where it operates, reinforcing its commitment to […]

CW Bureau · Mar 17, 2026

AUTO Honda Cars Flags Off Pan-India Test Run For Upcoming Electric SUV

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) has flagged off the first pan-India test run of its upcoming battery electric vehicle (BEV) SUV, marking the start of public road verification testing for the model in the country. The development milestone marks a significant step in the company’s electric mobility journey as it prepares to introduce an all-new […]

CW Bureau · Mar 16, 2026

AUTO BMW Motorrad Launches M 1000 R Roadster In India At ₹33.50 Lakh

German luxury motorcycle brand BMW Motorrad has launched the new BMW M 1000 R supersport roadster in India with an introductory ex-showroom price starting at ₹33.50 lakh. The motorcycle will be available as a completely built-up unit (CBU) and can be pre-ordered at all authorised dealerships across the country starting today. Deliveries of the high-performance […]

CW Bureau · Mar 16, 2026

AUTO Ducati Forays Into India’s Motocross Segment With Desmo450 MX Launch

Ducati India has launched the Desmo450 MX, its first-ever motocross motorcycle in the Indian market, marking the company’s entry into the country’s fast-growing off-road motorcycling segment. Developed and tested on the competitive circuits of the MXGP World Championship, the Desmo450 MX brings Ducati’s racing heritage and engineering expertise to Indian riders seeking high-performance off-road machines. […]

CW Bureau · Mar 16, 2026

AUTO Exicom’s New Hyderabad Factory To Boost EV Charging, Power Solutions

Exicom Tele-Systems Ltd, one of India’s leading EV charging and critical power solutions companies, has inaugurated a new integrated manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, marking a significant step in strengthening its production capabilities. The new facility, built with an investment of ₹216 crore, aligns with the company’s long-term strategy of advancing localised manufacturing while developing globally […]

CW Bureau · Mar 16, 2026

AUTO ARAI Testing Centre In Karnataka To Boost Auto Innovation Ecosystem

The Union government is moving ahead with plans to establish a new Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) testing centre in Mandya district of Karnataka, a development expected to strengthen India’s automotive testing infrastructure while creating new employment and innovation opportunities in the region. Union heavy industry minister D Kumaraswamy announced that the process for […]

CW Bureau · Mar 15, 2026

AUTO Fuel Crisis: Ola Electric’s EndICEAge Targets Petrol Two-Wheeler Users

At a time when global tensions in West Asia are tightening crude oil supplies and triggering concerns over fuel availability in India, electric vehicle makers are seizing the moment to push the case for alternatives to petrol-powered mobility. Leading EV manufacturer Ola Electric has launched a nationwide campaign titled EndICEAge, positioning electric two-wheelers as a […]

CW Bureau · Mar 14, 2026