Tata Motors Turns Cautious on Capex Amid West Asia War Headwinds
Tata Motors said it will keep its FY27 capital expenditure at roughly ₹3,000 crore (about $360 million) but may shift timing because of the West Asia conflict. The war has sparked commodity‑price inflation and diesel‑price uncertainty, prompting the company to adopt a more cautious spending stance. Despite these headwinds, the CEO expects single‑digit growth in India’s commercial‑vehicle market, buoyed by robust underlying demand and recent GST cuts. Export markets in West Asia, North Africa and SAARC face short‑term pressure, though recovery is anticipated post‑conflict.
Haryana to Procure 1,000 Buses, Including 500 E-Buses: Vij
Haryana’s Transport Minister Anil Vij announced the procurement of 1,000 new buses, split evenly between 500 electric and 500 conventional vehicles. The fleet will feature GPS‑based real‑time tracking, digital display boards at bus stands, and a commuter mobile app for...
Volkswagen Taigun Sales up 34% in April as Performance-Led Positioning Finds Steady Urban Demand
Volkswagen India reported a 34% year‑on‑year jump in Taigun sales for April 2026, moving to 1,543 units and outpacing March’s 908 units. The surge reflects steady urban demand for a performance‑focused, turbo‑petrol SUV amid a consolidating midsize SUV segment. While...
Kia India Launches BaaS Financing Model for Carens Clavis EV
Kia India has introduced a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) financing model for its new Carens Clavis EV, allowing customers to separate chassis and battery payments. The dual‑loan structure offers up to 60‑month financing for the vehicle chassis and up to 96‑month financing for the...
Yamaha’s MBSI Ties up with Sikhar Fleet to Build Structured Vehicle Leasing Network
Yamaha's Moto Business Service India (MBSI) has teamed up with Sikhar Fleet to build a structured vehicle‑leasing ecosystem in India. The partnership combines Sikhar's on‑ground fleet‑management capabilities with MBSI's leasing and asset‑management expertise. It targets ride‑hailing platforms, gig‑economy drivers, and...
India’s Critical Minerals Sector Faces Financing Constraints Despite Policy Push: Report
India’s critical minerals sector is hampered by financing constraints despite the National Critical Mineral Mission’s policy push. The International Energy Agency projects $915 billion of global investment needed for mining and refining between 2026 and 2035, yet private capital remains scarce....
MSRTC Plans E-Bus Fleet Expansion, but Charging Infrastructure Lags
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) currently runs 738 electric buses and plans to boost that number to 2,300 by the end of FY 2026‑27, with an additional 2,460 e‑buses slated for FY 2027‑28. The fleet expansion outpaces the existing...
Kerala Private Bus Operators Oppose UDF’s Free Travel Plan for Women
The United Democratic Front (UDF) in Kerala has unveiled the “Indira Guarantee” scheme, promising free travel for women on state‑run KSRTC buses. Private bus operators, representing roughly 9,000 vehicles, argue the policy will divert passengers and render their businesses financially...
Oil Minister Puri Says No Fuel Supply Issue, Ramps up LPG Production
India’s oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri assured that the country faces no fuel‑supply disruptions, even as the West Asia conflict threatens global energy markets. He announced that LPG production has been boosted from roughly 35‑36 000 tonnes per day to 54 000 tonnes...
China's Passenger Car Exports Surge Nearly 85% in April as Domestic Sales Slump
China’s passenger‑car exports exploded in April, climbing almost 85% year‑over‑year to roughly 796,000 vehicles, while domestic sales slumped 25.5% to 1.3 million, marking a sixth consecutive month of decline. Exports of new‑energy models surged over 120% to about 420,000 units, reflecting...
Lotus Scales Back EV Plans, Targets 2028 Supercar Launch
Lotus, owned by Geely, announced it will launch its first supercar, the Type 135, in 2028 while scaling back its all‑electric ambitions. Under the “Focus 2030” plan, the company now targets a 60% hybrid and 40% battery‑electric portfolio, forecasting 30,000 units annually,...
Navi General Insurance Expands Partnership to Deliver Cashless Motor Claims
Navi General Insurance has launched motor insurance on its app, offering a cashless claims experience across India. The company partnered with GoMechanic, ReadyAssist, myTVS and AIS Windshield Experts to integrate digital claims with on‑ground service support. Its garage network grew...
NGO Donates 400 Helmets to Vizag Home Guards; City Commissioner Flags Rising Road Accident Deaths
Visakhapatnam Police Commissioner Shanka Brata Bagchi highlighted the surge in road fatalities and urged helmet use. NGO Aap Sabki Awaz responded by donating 400 ISI‑marked helmets to the city’s home guards. The commissioner noted that two‑wheelers account for 45% of accidents and helmets can...
Need of Hour Is to Use Petro Products with Restraint: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to use imported petrol, diesel and gas sparingly, citing the West Asia crisis and foreign‑exchange pressures. Speaking at a Hyderabad event where the government launched development projects worth about ₹9,400 crore (≈ $1.1 billion), he highlighted the...
Mining CSR Must Sync with National Priorities for Sustainability, Say Experts
India is ramping up critical‑mineral exploration under the Atmanirbhar Bharat agenda, coupling it with a mandatory 2 percent CSR levy that now tops ₹15,000 crore (≈$1.8 bn) annually in mining, metals and infrastructure. Experts warn that CSR will fall short of long‑term transformation...
Bihar Govt to Roll Out EV Charging Network Across Highways
The Bihar government will install electric vehicle charging stations along national and state highways at dhabas, hotels, motels and petrol pumps. Transport secretary Raj Kumar met with auto, petroleum and OEM representatives to set technical standards and operational guidelines. The...
KSRTC Introduces Gender Ticketing in Buses Across Kerala
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) launched a gender ticketing system on its buses statewide, updating electronic ticketing machines to capture passenger gender—woman, man, or child—on each printed ticket. The move follows the United Democratic Front’s election promise of free...
Tesla Recalls some Cybertrucks for Wheel Issue, More than 200,000 Other Cars for Camera Failure
Tesla announced two separate recalls on May 9, 2026. It will fix 173 Cybertrucks from model years 2024‑2026 after rotor cracks could cause wheel‑stud separation, replacing rotors, hubs and lug nuts at no cost. A second recall affects more than 200,000 Model Y,...
IndyCar Tweaks Push-to-Pass Rules Ahead of Indianapolis Grand Prix Amid Restart Controversy
IndyCar has revised its push‑to‑pass rule so drivers can activate the boost on any restart after crossing the alternate start‑finish line in Turn 11. The change retains the 200‑second, roughly 60‑hp total boost but closes the loophole that led to a...
The Road to Safer Mobility: How Connected Car Data Can Transform Road Safety
Connected‑vehicle ecosystems, powered by telematics and V2X communication, are reshaping road safety as highways—only 2.3 % of India’s road network—account for over 36 % of traffic fatalities. V2X enables real‑time data exchange between vehicles, infrastructure and pedestrians, enhancing driver awareness and enabling...
Hyundai Pins Hopes on New SUV Launches in FY27 to Regain Lost Ground
Hyundai Motor India’s FY26 sales slipped 2.3% to 584,906 units, dropping to fourth place in a market that grew 8% overall. To reverse the trend, the automaker will launch two high‑volume SUVs in FY27—a compact electric SUV (Inster EV) and a...
US Hybrid-Car Sales Soar, Along with Gas Prices
U.S. hybrid vehicle sales surged 37% in the two months after the Iran conflict began, outpacing overall auto market growth of 15%. By contrast, fully electric car sales rose only 11% and remain below last year’s levels, hampered by the...
Ranchi’s 244-Bus Modernisation Plan Stalled Amid Tender Failures
Ranchi’s plan to add 244 new city buses—220 diesel, 19 electric and five double‑deckers—has stalled more than two years after approval because multiple tenders failed to attract viable bids. The proposal also included 16 dedicated routes, modern bus stops, mobile...
India Plans to Replace Highway Toll Plazas with Automated Distance-Based Collection System by 2026
India’s transport ministry announced that by the end of 2026 all physical toll plazas will be replaced with a Multi‑Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system that charges drivers based on distance travelled. The automated solution will use number‑plate recognition and FASTag‑linked...
FlixBus Ties up with Green Drive Mobility to Launch Electric Intercity Buses on Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam Route
FlixBus has partnered with Indian EV operator Green Drive Mobility to launch electric intercity bus service on the Vijayawada‑Visakhapatnam corridor. The first phase will deploy four battery‑electric coaches equipped with the company’s digital ticketing and route‑management platform. The service targets high‑traffic,...
Hyundai Motor India Posts 22% Decline in Q4 FY26 Net Profit, Revenue Rises 5%
Hyundai Motor India reported a 22.2% drop in Q4 FY26 net profit to ₹1,256 crore (≈$151 million) while revenue rose 5.4% to ₹18,916 crore (≈$2.3 billion). For the full year, profit slipped 3.7% to ₹5,432 crore (≈$655 million) as revenue modestly increased 2.3% to ₹70,763 crore (≈$8.5 billion)....
MRF Q4 Net Profit Rises 38% to ₹702 Crore; Revenue up 14%
MRF Ltd reported a 38% jump in Q4 net profit to ₹702.25 crore (≈$84 million), with revenue up 13.7% at ₹8,044.22 crore (≈$965 million). For the full FY2026, consolidated net profit rose 29.5% to ₹2,426.10 crore (≈$291 million) on a 10.6% revenue increase to ₹31,149.01 crore (≈$3.74 billion)....
Iran War to Accelerate China's Shift to Electric Trucks From Diesel
The Iran‑Ukraine conflict has driven a sharp rise in diesel prices in China, accelerating the shift toward electric heavy‑truck fleets. Electric heavy‑truck sales jumped 45% year‑on‑year to 44,000 units in 2024, now accounting for more than a quarter of new...
How Auto OEMs Are Battling Supply Shocks From West Asia War
Indian auto OEMs are scrambling to keep factories running as the West Asia war disrupts LPG supplies, labor availability, and logistics. Companies have instituted daily LPG stock checks across hundreds of vendors and shifted some processes to electric heating, cutting...
India-EU Announce ₹169 Crore Push to Develop EV Battery Recycling Technologies
India and the EU have launched a €15.2 million (≈$16.6 million) joint initiative to develop advanced recycling technologies for electric‑vehicle batteries. Funded through Horizon Europe and India’s Ministry of Heavy Industries, the programme will issue a call for proposals until September 15, 2026, targeting...
Mahindra Takes the Thar Roxx to War. Here’s How
Mahindra has unveiled a military‑grade version of its Thar Roxx SUV, aimed squarely at the Indian Army. The vehicle retains the 2.2‑litre diesel powertrain (172 hp, 400 Nm) but adds a reinforced chassis, winch, modular roll‑cage for a 7.62 mm machine‑gun turret, and airdrop‑compatible...
Euler Motors FY26 Revenue More than Doubles to ₹402 Crore
Euler Motors reported FY26 revenue of ₹402 crore (about $48 million), more than doubling year‑over‑year. The surge was driven by 7,576 EV units sold, a 181% increase, with the four‑wheel Turbo EV 1000 accounting for 2,084 units and securing roughly 25.9% of the segment....
What’s Inside Mahindra Auto’s Aggressive FY27 Playbook
Mahindra & Mahindra outlined an aggressive FY27 roadmap centered on SUV and electric‑vehicle growth, aiming for mid‑to‑high‑teen percent sales expansion. The automaker will boost monthly production capacity by 4,000 units to 68,500 by FY27 and add another 14,000 units later...
DTC Launches Survey to Revamp Bus Network
The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has launched a city‑wide survey to capture commuters’ travel habits, vehicle ownership, and pain points. The data will feed a route‑rationalisation effort announced by Transport Minister Pankaj Singh and support the transition from 1,759 aging...
Harley-Davidson Bets on Affordable Models, Dealer Network in Latest Turnaround Effort
Harley-Davidson unveiled its "Back to the Bricks" turnaround plan, emphasizing affordable entry‑level motorcycles and leveraging its dealer network. The plan targets $350 million in core profit by 2027 and $150 million in cost reductions, with a new 440 cc Sprint model priced around...
Tata Motors Launches Ace Gold+ XL, Announces Extra Benefits for Women Entrepreneurs
Tata Motors unveiled the Ace Gold+ XL, a new variant of its Ace small commercial vehicle, featuring a longer 8‑foot cargo body and a one‑tonne payload. The model is powered by a 700 cc turbo‑charged diesel engine delivering 22 PS and uses Lean...
Mahindra Eyes 15% Electric SUV Penetration Ahead of CAFE 3 Norms
Mahindra & Mahindra aims for a 13%‑15% electric‑SUV revenue share by March 2027, ahead of India’s CAFE 3 fuel‑efficiency standards due in 2028. In Q4 FY26, EV SUVs accounted for 9.6% of its total SUV sales, with the share climbing above 11%...
Tesla's European Rebound Continues in April Despite Decline in Norway and Spain
Tesla’s European registrations surged in April, more than doubling in Sweden, France and Denmark and rising in the Netherlands, while falling sharply in Norway and Spain. The rebound follows two years of declining sales and reflects higher gasoline prices that...
EU Countries Push to Settle US Trade Deal to Avoid Car Tariff Hike
The United States has warned it will impose a 25% tariff on European cars and trucks unless the EU quickly fulfills its side of a trade agreement signed last year. EU diplomats say member states are pushing for swift ratification...
GNIDA to Launch 15 E-Buses Linking City to Noida International Airport
Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) will launch 15 electric buses on four routes linking key Greater Noida neighborhoods to the upcoming Noida International Airport. The pilot, funded at roughly ₹1.8 crore (about $217,000), will run for six months starting June 15,...
National Highways Authority of India Warns of FASTag Blacklisting over Improper Use
India’s National Highways Authority (NHAI) has warned that motorists who use FASTag handheld rather than affixed to the windscreen risk having the tag blacklisted. The advisory stresses that proper placement enables instant RFID scanning, reducing delays at toll plazas. Improper...
Ramkrishna Forgings Set to Foray Into Forged Wheel Production Next Month
Ramkrishna Forgings will launch commercial operations at its Chennai plant in June, marking its entry into forged‑wheel production. The $240 million facility, built in two phases, will become Asia's second‑largest wheel unit with an annual capacity of 228,000 wheels. In FY26...
Maruti Suzuki India Starts FY27 with Increase in Market Share to 42%
Maruti Suzuki India opened fiscal 2026‑27 with a 42% domestic market share, up from 39% a year earlier. The automaker logged a record 191,122 units sold in April, driven by strong passenger‑car and SUV demand. Passenger‑car sales jumped to 96,725...
Thyssenkrupp, Jindal Agree to Pause Talks on Sale of Steel Unit
Thyssenkrupp has paused negotiations with India's Jindal Steel International over a potential sale of its steel unit, Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, Europe’s second‑largest steelmaker. The halt stems from changed assumptions, notably disagreements on pension liabilities, required investments, and rising energy costs....
Odysse Electric April Sales Jump over Threefold to 965 Units
Odysse Electric Vehicles reported a 333% year‑on‑year surge in April 2026, shipping 965 two‑wheelers versus 223 in April 2025. The growth builds on March momentum and reflects expanding consumer confidence in electric mobility. The company now serves over 150 cities,...
Nagpur Civic Body Approves ₹7.65 Crore for EV Bus Depots, Charging Infrastructure
Nagpur Municipal Corporation’s transport committee approved a ₹7.65 crore (≈ $918,000) package to build 33 kV feeder bays and charging infrastructure at two major bus depots. The Wathoda depot will receive an ₹80.07 lakh (≈ $96,000) feeder bay, while Khapri depot’s project is set at...
Delhi Govt Tightens 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule, Data Shows over 15K Vehicles Denied Fuel in Four Days
The Delhi government has intensified enforcement of its “no PUC, no fuel” rule, denying fuel to over 15,600 vehicles in just four days from April 26‑29. Daily refusals ranged between 3,525 and 4,235 vehicles across nine Delhi depots and one in...
EV Sales Defy Seasonal Dip; Apr Clocks Second-Highest Volumes
EV sales in India in April 2026 held strong, reaching 239,000 units – the second‑highest monthly total on record – despite a modest dip from March’s record 282,000. Two‑wheelers fell sharply, dropping to 149,000 units and 62% of total EV...
AC Electric Double-Decker Bus Rolls Out in Maharashtra
Deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde inaugurated the first of ten AC electric double‑decker buses for Thane Municipal Transport, aiming to ease congestion on the busy Teen Haath Naka‑Gaimukh corridor. The 4.5‑metre‑tall buses can carry 65 seated and 33 standing passengers...
Andhra Pradesh Govt Notifies Five Model E-Mobility Cities Under EV Policy 4.0
The Andhra Pradesh government has activated its Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0 by designating Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Nellore and Tirupati as five model e‑mobility cities. A dedicated fund of Rs 250 crore (about $30 million) will support charging networks, battery‑swap stations, zero‑emission zones and...