India’s Used-Car Market Projected to Reach $70 Billion by FY31: Report
India’s used‑car market is projected to double to roughly $70 billion by FY31, up from about $35 billion in FY26. Annual sales could reach 9‑10 million units, with average transaction values of $7.8‑$8.3 k (₹6.5‑6.9 lakh). The surge is driven by rising incomes, a shortening ownership cycle—from 7‑8 years to 4‑5 years—and an expanding vehicle fleet that may exceed 50 million by FY31. While organized platforms are gaining traction, about 80% of transactions remain in the unorganised segment.
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Expands Pune R&D Hub with New Baner Facility
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India has opened a new 33,000‑sq ft R&D wing in Baner, Pune, adding capacity for over 250 engineers and bringing the total engineering staff in the city to more than 450. The facility will focus on advanced vehicle...
MG Unveils 2026 MG4 at Beijing Auto Show
MG unveiled the 2026 MG4 at the Beijing Auto Show, rolling out six variants with upgraded exterior colors, a larger 15.6‑inch 2.5K touchscreen, and advanced driver‑assistance functions. The model leverages CTB (cell‑to‑body) integration, a semi‑solid battery and integrated thermal management,...
Loss-Making Aston Martin Gets $68 Million From Stroll-Led Group
Aston Martin secured a £50 million (≈ $68 million) financing facility from a Lawrence Stroll‑led consortium, lifting its end‑quarter liquidity to about £230 million (≈ $312 million). Cost‑cutting measures, including a 20% workforce reduction, and strong sales of the hybrid Valhalla supercar helped narrow the adjusted operating loss...
Force Motors Q4 FY26 Profit Declines 36% YoY to ₹278 Crore
Force Motors reported a 36% year‑on‑year drop in Q4 FY26 net profit to ₹278.5 crore (≈ $33.5 million), even as revenue grew 8.2% YoY to ₹2,549.8 crore (≈ $307 million). Total expenses rose 5% YoY, reaching ₹2,210.3 crore (≈ $266 million), driven by higher raw‑material costs. Despite the quarterly...
Volvo Cars Aims to Retain Premium Pricing as US Tariffs Pile on Pressure
Volvo Cars reported a sharp decline in U.S. plug‑in hybrid sales, down 49% year‑over‑year, after the removal of a $7,500 federal tax credit. Overall U.S. sales fell 32% and first‑quarter operating profit dropped 16% to 1.6 billion Swedish crowns ($173 million), though...
JSW Motors Ramps up Supplier Network Ahead of New Energy Vehicle Launches
JSW Motors held its first supplier partner conference and technology showcase at its Bidkin plant, gathering over 100 component makers. Co‑organized with the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India, the event emphasized supply‑chain readiness, localisation and next‑generation new‑energy‑vehicle (NEV) technologies...
Skoda Auto Partners with CSC Grameen eStore to Expand Reach in Smaller Towns
Škoda Auto India announced a partnership with the Common Services Centre (CSC) Grameen eStore to reach customers in semi‑urban and non‑metropolitan markets. The collaboration lets buyers in smaller towns explore and initiate enquiries for the Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia models through CSC’s...
Robotaxis, AI Manufacturing and Next-Gen Mobility on the Rise
The automotive tech sector is accelerating toward autonomous mobility, AI‑driven manufacturing, and new fuel blends. Intel’s 14A chip wins Tesla as its first major customer, underscoring the race for in‑vehicle computing power. Indian firms are exploring E85 flex‑fuel and AI‑enabled...
Dhoot Transmission Acquires Two- and Three-Wheeler Electronics Supplier Multilink
Dhoot Transmission, a Bain Capital‑backed automotive components supplier, has acquired Multilink, a Bengaluru‑based maker of electrical and electronic parts for two‑ and three‑wheelers. The deal adds three manufacturing plants in Hosur, Mysore and Manesar and brings Multilink’s charger, sensor, relay...
Thousands of Motorists Throng Fuel Outlets Fearing Petrol, Diesel Shortage in Andhra Pradesh
Thousands of motorists gathered at fuel stations across Andhra Pradesh on April 28, fearing a petrol and diesel shortage. Retailers warned that 70‑80% of pumps could run out by the next day after oil companies reduced allocations last week. State...
Hero MotoCorp Ropes in Ishaan Khatter as Brand Ambassador for Xoom Scooters
Hero MotoCorp announced Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter as the new brand ambassador for its Hero Xoom scooter line. The launch includes a high‑energy advertising film built around a re‑imagined “Zoom Zoom Zoom Baba” track, featuring Khatter riding the scooter through city streets. The...
Mahindra Raises Stake in Carnot Technologies to 80.72%
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd signed a share purchase agreement on April 27 to boost its stake in Carnot Technologies Pvt Ltd from 52.69% to 80.72%, paying roughly ₹6.72 crore (≈$0.81 M) for an additional 28.03% equity. The move lifts Mahindra’s voting power to...
Tamil Nadu Deploys 900+ Special Buses to Ease Post-Poll Travel Rush
Tamil Nadu’s transport department deployed over 900 special buses after the April 23 assembly election to help voters return home. Seventy buses were assigned to Chennai while 898 served other districts. Officials inspected routes in Coimbatore, adding night services on key corridors...
Fuel Shortage Triggers Panic Buying in Andhra, CM Reviews Situation
Andhra Pradesh’s chief minister reviewed a sudden fuel crunch after 421 of the state’s 4,510 outlets were temporarily shut amid panic buying. Daily sales of petrol and diesel surged over 50% above normal, reaching 10,345 kilolitres and 14,156 kilolitres respectively on Saturday....
Calcutta HC Cuts Poll Panel’s 48-Hour Ban on Bike Movement to 12 Hours
The Calcutta High Court trimmed the Election Commission’s 48‑hour bike ban for the April 29 phase‑2 poll, allowing pillion riding for only 12 hours on poll day. Exemptions cover school trips, medical emergencies, family functions, and service‑provider riders such as Ola,...
Bus Operations From Kumedi ISBT Likely to Commence Shortly
The Indore Development Authority (IDA) has completed technical scrutiny of bids for operating the Kumedi Inter‑State Bus Terminal, and financial bids will be opened shortly. Construction of the terminal was finished about 18 months ago but it has remained unused...
Noida to Roll Out 50 E-Buses to Boost Connectivity and Cut Congestion
Noida Authority and Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) will launch 50 electric buses next month, targeting four key routes that link the Botanical Garden bus stand with Greater Noida West, the international airport, Sector 62 and Surajpur Collectorate. The...
What Makes a Tyre EV-Ready? Trends to Watch at the Upcoming ET Auto Tech Summit
At the upcoming ET Auto Tech Summit, industry leaders will spotlight tyres as a critical component of electric vehicle performance. EV‑ready tyres must combine low rolling resistance, higher load capacity, noise‑reduction tread patterns, and enhanced grip to handle the torque...
Jaipur Faces Bus Shortage as Fleet Halves, Commuters Hit by Delays and Overcrowding
Jaipur City Transport Corporation Limited (JCTSL) withdrew another 100 buses on April 1, leaving the city with only 100 operational buses. The fleet reduction follows a mandatory 15‑year service life rule that forced two consecutive 100‑bus retirements. Commuters now face longer...
Studds Shifts Focus to Experience-Led Helmet Design, Eyes Racing Push and Tech Integration
Studds Accessories Ltd is repositioning its helmet business around rider experience, using direct feedback, real‑world testing, and technology to differentiate from price‑driven competitors. The company’s SMK brand has entered Moto4 racing in Latin America and aims for Moto3, Moto2 and...
PURPLE BUS Drives Maharashtra's First Private EV Revolution
Purple Bus has introduced Maharashtra’s first private electric intercity service, deploying 14 Switch Mobility‑built electric buses on the high‑traffic Pune‑Mumbai‑Pune corridor. The launch, flagged off by the state’s Urban Development minister, marks a milestone in the region’s shift toward zero‑emission transport....
Mercedes-Benz India Targets Sub-35 Age Group Buyers with New CLA BEV; Orders Sold Out Through August 2026
Mercedes‑Benz India launched the all‑electric CLA BEV this week, pricing it between ₹55 lakh and ₹64 lakh (approximately $66,000‑$77,000) and positioning it for first‑time luxury buyers under 35. The brand reported more than 400 confirmed pre‑bookings and says the model is sold out...
Tesla to Expand Supercharger Network Across Major Hubs in India: Sharad Agarwal, GM, Tesla India
Tesla announced a major rollout of its Supercharger and destination‑charger network across eight Indian metros, adding to the five stations already operating. The expansion coincides with the launch of the three‑row Model Y L, priced at roughly ₹62 lakh (about $75,000). Tesla also...
Vehicles, Copper, Steel Drive 4.86% Rise in FY26 Engineering Exports to $122.4 Billion
India’s engineering exports climbed 4.86% in FY26 to $122.43 billion, the highest level on record. The surge was driven primarily by motor vehicles, copper products, and iron‑and‑steel goods. While shipments to the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia plunged amid the...
BYD Doubles Down on Fast Charging to Target China's EV Holdouts
BYD is accelerating its rollout of super‑fast "flash" charging to win back drivers hesitant about electric vehicles in China. The automaker’s second‑generation batteries can charge from 20% to 97% in under 12 minutes, even at –20 °C, and will be supported...
JSW Motors, Tata Elxsi Partner to Develop Next-Gen Connected Mobility Solutions
JSW Motors and Tata Elxsi announced a strategic partnership to create next‑generation connected and software‑defined mobility solutions in India. They will set up the JNEXT – JSW NextGen Technology Centre in Pune, focusing on R&D for electric, hybrid and plug‑in...
TVS Motor Forays Into Malta as Part of Its Europe Expansion Strategy
TVS Motor Company announced the launch of its Malta operations, marking the Indian two‑wheeler maker’s first foothold in Europe. The rollout is backed by a partnership with local distributor KT Strategic Services, leveraging its infrastructure and market knowledge. Malta was...
Centre Working on Flex-Fuel Vehicle Policy Amid West Asia Supply Concerns
India is drafting a policy framework to promote flex‑fuel vehicles as West Asia supply disruptions highlight the need for alternate fuels. The government currently blends 20% ethanol with petrol and aims to eventually reach 100% ethanol blending to cut import...
Jaipur Cab, Auto Fares Double Amid Rising Mercury; Govt Fails to Cap
Jaipur’s app‑based cabs and autorickshaws saw fares nearly double this summer, with typical rides jumping from about ₹160‑₹180 ($2‑$2.20) to ₹280‑₹300 ($3.4‑$3.6). The surge aligns with temperatures above 40 °C, which slashes two‑wheel availability and spikes demand. Government attempts to cap...
Intel Lands Tesla as First Major Customer for 14A Chip Technology
Tesla announced it will use Intel’s upcoming 14A manufacturing process for chips produced at its planned Terafab AI‑chip complex in Austin. The deal marks Intel’s first major external customer for the 14A node, a critical step as the company seeks...
Oil Profits to Go up Upstream and Down Downstream in Q4 FY26
Upstream oil and gas producers in India are set to post robust Q4 FY26 earnings, with EBITDA projected to rise between 6% and 49% quarter‑on‑quarter as Brent crude averaged $81 per barrel, a 28% jump. In contrast, downstream oil marketing...
Haryana Minister Recommends Probe Into Irregularities at Transport Offices
Haryana transport minister Anil Vij has asked the state vigilance bureau to investigate alleged irregularities in vehicle registrations, including cases where Tamil Nadu addresses were used in Ambala. The probe will encompass all regional transport offices across the state. Vij also...
Odisha to Set up 14 New Automated Vehicle Testing Stations to Boost Road Safety
The Odisha government announced plans to establish 14 new automated vehicle testing stations (ATS), effectively doubling the state’s existing network of seven facilities. These stations will use advanced machinery to assess fitness across two‑wheelers, three‑wheelers, and light to heavy commercial...
Delhi Govt to Permanently Enforce ‘No Fuel without Valid PUC’ Rule at Petrol Pumps
Delhi’s government announced a permanent ban on dispensing fuel to vehicles lacking a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the move is part of a broader strategy to curb the city’s chronic air‑quality problems. The...
Studds to Invest ₹150 Crore in Fifth Faridabad Plant, Capacity to Hit 12 Million Units
Studds Accessories Ltd announced a $18 million (₹150 crore) investment to build a fifth manufacturing plant in Faridabad, raising its total capacity to roughly 12 million helmets and luggage boxes. The new facility will be commissioned in two phases, adding 1.5 million units in...
Suzuki Rolls Out New Dual-Tone Colour for Avenis Scooter
Suzuki Motorcycle India has introduced a new dual‑tone colour scheme—Pearl Glacier White paired with Metallic Oort Gray—for its Avenis Special Edition scooter. The model retains its 124.3 cc single‑cylinder engine and all existing features such as LED lighting, Bluetooth‑enabled digital display,...
Buxar Cracks Down on Traffic Chaos, Forms QRTs to Ease Congestion
The Buxar district administration announced a crackdown on traffic chaos by forming three Quick Response Teams (QRTs) in Buxar and two in Dumraon to patrol key junctions. Officials will enforce strict penalties for illegal parking, overloading, unlicensed e‑rickshaws and other...
NavPrakriti to Invest over ₹100 Cr in Critical Minerals Refining Facility in Odisha
NavPrakriti, a lithium‑ion battery recycling firm, announced a investment of over ₹100 crore (approximately $12 million) to build a critical‑minerals refining facility in Odisha. The plant, slated to start operations in FY 2028‑29, will process up to 5,000 metric tonnes of end‑of‑life batteries each...
China's Great Wall Motor Seeks European Comeback with Launch of 10 New Cars
Great Wall Motor (GWM) announced a European comeback plan, targeting the launch of at least ten new models over the next two years. The lineup will span electric, hybrid, and conventional petrol vehicles, beginning with the Ora 5 in early 2026,...
Gadkari Calls for 100% Ethanol Blending as West Asia Crisis Exposes Supply Vulnerabilities
India’s transport minister Nitin Gadkari urged the country to target 100% ethanol blending in gasoline, citing the West Asia war‑driven energy crunch. He highlighted that India already runs an E20 blend with modest engine adjustments and imports about 87% of...
Overloaded School Vehicles Fined, Illegal Ones Go Scot-Free in Mangaluru
Mangaluru traffic police recorded 386 overload violations involving school buses, vans and autorickshaws in 2025 and Q1 2026, issuing fines totalling roughly $544 for buses and $265 for rickshaws. No penalties were levied against unlicensed white‑board shuttles that operate without permits,...
Over 7k+ Complaints and Counting: Delhi’s Parking Crisis Turns Violent
Delhi’s parking crisis has escalated into a public safety issue, with police recording more than 7,000 parking‑related complaints in 2025. The disputes have turned violent, resulting in at least three deaths, shootings, stabbings and vehicle arson since late 2025. Psychiatrists...
Uber Loses Another US Driver Sex Assault Trial, Ordered to Pay $5,000
A federal jury in Raleigh, North Carolina awarded $5,000 to a woman who alleged a Uber driver sexually assaulted her in 2019. The verdict follows an earlier Arizona jury award of $8.5 million in a similar case, making both trials bellwethers...
BKT Eyes 7-8% Share of Domestic Two-Wheeler Tyre Market, Plans Europe Push
Indian tyre maker BKT Tyres announced its entry into the domestic two‑wheeler tyre market, aiming for a 7‑8% share of a segment projected to grow to $5.5 billion by FY30. The company will initially target the high‑volume replacement market in tier‑3...
OPmobility Reports Small Revenue Drop as Auto Industry Weakens
OPmobility posted a modest 0.4% drop in first‑quarter revenue to €2.83 billion ($3.34 billion), narrowly outpacing the 3.4% global auto‑production decline. The weakness was concentrated in Europe, where sales fell faster than regional vehicle output, while North America and Asia showed relative...
Vahan Portal Transition Triggers Vehicle Registration Delays in State
The Telangana Transport Department’s rollout of the Vahan portal, built by the National Informatics Centre, has sparked complaints of prolonged vehicle registration delays, with some applicants waiting up to 20 days for permanent numbers. While temporary registration services have been...
Prolonged West Asia Conflict to Impact India's Automobile Sector, Says FADA President
FADA President C.S. Vigneshwar warned that a prolonged West Asia conflict could curb India’s automobile exports and strain supplies of oil, aluminium and lithium, even as the domestic market posted a robust 13% growth rate. He flagged production challenges from...
Audio Interview| The 2026 Automotive Trends Report: Signals Shaping US Automotive Legal Priorities
In a GlobalAutoIndustry.com audio interview, Dykema attorney Laura Baucus breaks down the 2026 Automotive Trends Report, highlighting the legal issues reshaping the U.S. auto sector. She points to accelerating supply‑chain disruptions, AI‑enabled vehicle technology, and the rise of advanced mobility...
Women ‘Pink Auto’ Drivers Join Bharat Taxi Platform in Vadodara
Fifteen women auto‑rickshaw drivers from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in Vadodara have joined the Bharat Taxi platform, a move backed by the Alembic Foundation’s #ForHerWithHer initiative. The partnership gives them access to a zero‑commission ride‑hailing ecosystem that offers digital payments, safety...