ECONOMY
India’s Ethanol Blending Programme Helps Reduce Crude Oil Dependence
India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme in 2025-26, reaching the target five years ahead of schedule and marking a major milestone in the country’s clean energy and energy security roadmap. The programme, which has emerged as a key pillar of India’s biofuel strategy, has significantly reduced […]
CW Bureau
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Jul 5, 2026
AUTO
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Registers 7% Sales Growth In June At 31,016 Units
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reported total sales of 31,016 units in June 2026, registering a 7% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared with 28,869 units sold in the same month last year. The company’s June sales comprised 28,441 units in the domestic market and 2,575 units exported. Domestic demand supports growth Toyota Kirloskar Motor said the growth […]
CW Bureau
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Jul 1, 2026
AUTO
Toyota Refreshes Innova Crysta As It Looks To Scale Up MPV Leadership
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has unveiled the new Innova Crysta, introducing design and convenience upgrades to one of India’s most successful multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) brands as it seeks to reinforce the model’s appeal amid evolving customer expectations. The refreshed Innova Crysta arrives with updated styling, premium cabin enhancements and additional convenience features, building on a […]
CW Bureau
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Jun 4, 2026
AUTO
Toyota Clocks 3 Lakh Hybrid Vehicle Sales In India, Boosts Green Mobility
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has achieved a major milestone in its electrification journey with cumulative sales of 3 lakh hybrid vehicles in India, underlining the growing acceptance of hybrid mobility solutions among Indian consumers. The milestone highlights increasing customer preference for self-charging hybrid electric vehicle (SHEV) technology, driven by factors such as higher fuel efficiency, lower […]
CW Bureau
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May 20, 2026
AUTO
Toyota To Set Up New Maharashtra Plant For SUVs, Steps Up India Play
Toyota is expanding its manufacturing footprint in India with plans to establish a new vehicle production facility in Maharashtra, underlining the Japanese automaker’s long-term commitment to one of the world’s fastest-growing automobile markets. The company’s Indian arm Toyota Kirloskar Motor announced that the new manufacturing plant will come up in the Bidkin Industrial Area in […]
CW Bureau
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May 11, 2026