AUTO TVS Srichakra Entity To Acquire 51% Stake In EV Tech Co Weber Drivetrain

TVS Srichakra Ltd has announced that its step-down wholly owned subsidiary, TVS Sensing Solutions Pvt Ltd, will acquire a 51% stake in Pune-based Weber Drivetrain Pvt Ltd, strengthening the group’s presence in electric vehicle (EV) technology. The acquisition will be carried out through a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) signed with G-Power Energy & Technology Pvt […]

CW Bureau · Jul 19, 2026

AUTO Ashok Leyland Enlarges Northeast Network With Two New Dealerships

Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group and one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has strengthened its presence in Northeast India by inaugurating two new medium and heavy commercial vehicle (M&HCV) dealership outlets in Assam, taking its total M&HCV touchpoints in the state to 26. The new dealerships, established in partnership with […]

CW Bureau · Jul 18, 2026

AUTO Raptee.HV Opens Bengaluru Centre, Gears Up For Pan-India Expansion

Electric motorcycle maker Raptee.HV has expanded beyond its home market by opening its first Experience Centre in Bengaluru, marking the next phase of the Chennai-based startup’s retail rollout across India. The new facility offers customers the complete ownership journey, from product discovery and test rides to vehicle deliveries and after-sales support, and follows the company’s […]

CW Bureau · Jul 17, 2026

AUTO CEAT To Invest ₹1,205 Cr To Expand Two-Wheeler Tyre Capacity By FY31

CEAT Ltd, the flagship company of RPG Enterprises, has approved an investment of ₹1,205 crore to significantly expand its two-wheeler tyre manufacturing capacity, betting on sustained demand growth despite near-term pressure on margins from rising raw material costs. The company’s Board has cleared the investment to add around 53,000 tyres per day over the next […]

CW Bureau · Jul 16, 2026

AUTO Hero MotoCorp Rolls Into Germany, Takes Global Presence To 53 Markets

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has officially entered the German market through a distribution partnership with KSR Group, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy. With the launch, Germany becomes Hero MotoCorp’s fifth European market after Italy, Spain, France and the UK, while also becoming the company’s 53rd […]

CW Bureau · Jul 16, 2026

AUTO JSW MG Motor Unveils India’s First Multi New Energy Vehicle Platform

JSW MG Motor India has unveiled MG ADAPT (Advance Drive Architecture Platform Technology), describing it as India’s first Multi New Energy Vehicle (NEV) platform capable of supporting multiple electrified powertrains, including electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and range extender electric vehicles. The company said the future-ready modular architecture will serve as the technological backbone for its […]

CW Bureau · Jul 16, 2026

AUTO India’s Auto Industry Posts Highest-Ever Q1 Sales, Exports At New Peak

India’s automobile industry began FY2026-27 on a strong note, with passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and three-wheelers registering their highest-ever first-quarter sales, while exports across all vehicle segments touched record levels, according to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). The industry’s robust performance in the April-June quarter was supported by strong domestic […]

Sajan C Kumar · Jul 15, 2026

AUTO Bijliride To Deploy 5,000 EVs, Set To Drive India’s Last-Mile Delivery Boom

EV rental and mobility platform Bijliride has announced plans to deploy 5,000 additional electric two-wheelers across key Indian cities as it scales up operations to cater to rising demand from corporate customers, quick-commerce companies and last-mile delivery service providers. The expansion will strengthen the company’s presence in Hyderabad, Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Pune, while […]

CW Bureau · Jul 14, 2026

AUTO Tata Motors Signs UCO Bank Pact To Widen Access To Truck Financing

Tata Motors has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UCO Bank to offer financing solutions for commercial vehicle customers across India, strengthening access to organised credit for fleet operators, entrepreneurs and businesses. The partnership combines Tata Motors’ extensive commercial vehicle portfolio with UCO Bank’s nationwide branch network to make commercial vehicle ownership more affordable […]

CW Bureau · Jul 14, 2026

AUTO MRF’s Brand Value Hits Top Gear With India No 1, Global Top-Three Ranking

MRF Ltd has been ranked as India’s most valuable and strongest tyre brand in the Brand Finance India 100-2026 report, while also securing a place among the world’s top three strongest tyre brands, reinforcing its leadership in the domestic and global tyre industry. The rankings were announced by global brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance at […]

CW Bureau · Jul 14, 2026

AUTO Renault Introduces Duster Adventure At ₹12.99 Lakh To Mark SUV’s Legacy

Renault India has launched the Renault Duster Adventure Edition, a special edition of its iconic SUV, with prices starting at ₹12.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The limited edition pays tribute to the adventurous spirit that helped establish the Duster as one of India’s most recognised SUVs. The Adventure Edition was unveiled on Bastille Day by Thierry Mathou, […]

CW Bureau · Jul 14, 2026

AUTO Tata Motors Kaushalya Trains 23,000 Youth, Achieves 100% Placements

Tata Motors’ flagship Kaushalya Programme has enrolled more than 23,000 youth since its launch and enabled over 5,000 graduates to secure employment with a 100% placement rate, including more than 50 international placements, underscoring its growing role in building a skilled workforce for India’s automotive and manufacturing sectors. Launched in 2021, the industry-led skilling initiative […]

CW Bureau · Jul 13, 2026