Amid CCPA scrutiny, Rapido now charges riders for traffic delays
Ride-hailing platform Rapido is facing sharp criticism from commuters after introducing a new charge that penalises passengers for delays caused by traffic, a factor entirely out of their control, reported The Hindu. The move has sparked a wave of complaints from users in Bengaluru, with many calling it “unfair” and “exploitative.”

EV-only strategy raises red flags over China dependence: Industry insider warns
Raising concerns over India’s growing reliance on China for critical electric vehicle (EV) components, an auto industry veteran has written to Union Heavy Industries Minister H D Kumaraswamy urging a rethink of the country’s EV-only strategy. The letter calls for a diversified, multi-pathway approach to clean mobility, warning that China’s near-monopoly over rare earth elements and battery materials poses serious geopolitical and economic risks.

China's chokehold on rare earths set to suffocate auto industry
Alarm over China's stranglehold on critical minerals grew on Tuesday as global automakers joined their U.S. counterparts to complain that restrictions by China on exports of rare earth alloys, mixtures and magnets could cause production delays and outages without a quick solution.

India challenges 25% US auto tariffs at WTO, seeks safeguard consultations

India presses for talks, warns of retaliation

Nissan Magnite crosses 2 lakh sales milestone globally
Nissan has announced a major milestone for its compact SUV— Magnite — which has surpassed 200,000 cumulative sales globally since its launch in late 2020. This achievement spans both domestic and international markets, marking a pivotal point in the company’s India growth story. The Magnite’s success reinforces Nissan’s “One Car, One World” philosophy and demonstrates its broad appeal across markets.

Hyundai India launches ‘Environment Month’ initiative to promote eco-friendly practices
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is marking World Environment Day by launching a month-long ‘Environment Month’ campaign throughout June 2025. The initiative aims to encourage eco-conscious practices among its customers, reinforcing HMIL’s commitment to sustainability as a core business value.

Hyundai launches Verna SX+ variant with premium features, price starts from ₹13.79 lakh
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has expanded the line-up of its mid-sedan, Verna, with the launch of the new SX+ variant, available with both manual and iVT transmission options.

Maruti Suzuki adds 30MWp solar capacity at Kharkhoda and Manesar facilities
Maruti to invest Rs 925 crore to scale captive solar power
The Financial Express

Tata Harrier EV starting at ₹21.49 lakh, rivals Hyundai Creta EV, Mahindra XEV 9e, and BYD Atto 3. Take a look
On Tuesday, Tata Motors launched its highly anticipated electric SUV, the Harrier EV, in the Indian market at an introductory price of ₹21.49 lakh (ex-showroom). This electric version of the Tata Harrier is packed with a range of class-leading features and introduces the automaker's new acti.ev+ electric vehicle architecture, which is expected to underpin future models.

5 reasons Tata Harrier EV is the king of electric off-roaders in India
It’s been some time coming, but Tata Motors has finally launched the Harrier EV, which, according to the automobile manufacturer, is India’s most powerful and capable EV SUV. Harrier EV is the first ‘Make-in-India’ all-electric SUV that has two motors on each axle with an all-wheel-drive. Here are five reasons that make the Harrier EV a capable off-roader like no other EV. 

"Upper variants of Harrier EV will be priced aggressively and exciting" says Tata Passenger Electric Mobility
Source Credit: ANI,The Tribune

Ashok Leyland secures ₹184 crore order from Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation
 

Toyota Fortuner Neo Drive 48V debuts with mild-hybrid tech in India: Design, price, features and more
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has officially launched a new mild-hybrid version of its popular SUV, the Fortuner, with the introduction of the Fortuner Neo Drive 48V. The new variant brings electrification to the Fortuner lineup for the first time, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and smoother performance, while retaining the rugged appeal the SUV is known for. The new system is available in two trims – the Fortuner Neo Drive 48V and the Legender Neo Drive 48V.

Driving RFID beyond highways
Think RFID and a FASTag sticker, that is affixed to a vehicle’s windshield for electronic toll payment on national highways, comes to mind. RFID key cards are the modern day standard in hotels too, allowing guests to access their rooms without physically inserting or swiping a card. As supply chains grow in complexity, radio frequency identification (RFID)—a technology that uses radio waves to identify and track objects or people—is increasingly being adopted across industries, such as healthcare, retail, manufacturing, supply chain and logistics, to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Some of the Indian firms are integrating RFID with newer technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), sensors, AI and ML to enhance its capabilities.

Cart before the horse
The government has rolled out a new electric vehicle (EV) policy that aims to lure global automakers into making cars in India. But it is evident that while framing the detailed guidelines, which were notified on Monday, the ministry of heavy industries has missed the two foundational pillars for any policy’s success: need and timing. Therefore, the policy seems destined to become a non-starter. Ironically, this is not because it lacks structure or seriousness, but because it is a classic case of putting the cart before the horse. Let’s start with timing. Announcing the detailed guidelines now, amid ongoing trade negotiations with the US and following the India-UK free trade agreement (FTA), sends mixed signals to both industry and potential investors. The UK FTA, in particular, slashes import duties for a fixed number of premium vehicles, from over 100% to just 10%. British brands like Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Martin, and Rolls-Royce will surely exploit this window, which may bring down car prices by up to 40%.

Why India’s small car is vanishing, and how to save it
Once the key driver of India’s auto boom, sales of entry-level cars are sputtering. In fact, India’s largest car maker, Maruti Suzuki, has sought government help to revive sales in the budget segment. Can such incentives reverse the trend? And does Japan hold any lessons? 

Tata Motors targets dominance in India's EV market with 50% share: Shailesh Chandra
In an insightful conversation with ETAuto, Shailesh Chandra, MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Electric Vehicles, shares the company's ambitious vision to sustain and expand its leadership in India's electric vehicle sector. Tata Motors is strategically aiming for a steady 50% market share by continuously refreshing its portfolio, introducing innovative products, and providing a broad range of EV options to cater to diverse consumer segments. Chandra highlights the crucial role of consistent innovation, affordability, and tailored offerings to maintain market dominance amid growing competition and evolving consumer preferences.

Jawa Yezdi launches 2025 Yezdi Adventure at ₹2.14 lakh
Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has launched the much-anticipated 2025 edition of its award-winning adventure tourer--the Yezdi Adventure-- starting at ₹2.14 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Yamaha rolls out 5 millionth two-wheeler from Chennai plant
India Yamaha Motor (IYM) commemorated 10 years of operations at its Chennai factory and celebrated the roll-out of its 5 millionth two-wheeler, an Aerox 155 Version S, highlighting the plant's importance as a production hub for both domestic and global markets.

Royal Enfield's Cheyyar plant set to become an all-women facility
Gender inclusivity is the new mantra which Royal Enfield wants to embrace fully as the motorcycle maker works towards making its Cheyyar plant in Tamil Nadu an all-women facility.

Top 5 most affordable motorcycles with quickshifter
Automotive technology has come leaps and bounds in the 21st century both for passenger vehicles and two-wheelers. One of the most innovative technologies to have been included in motorcycles in the past decade is a quickshifter. While the need for a quickshifter originated at the racetrack, it gradually transitioned into road-legal performance motorcycles and now slowly trickling down to mass-premium models.

Classic Legends aims to go full throttle, double sales in FY26
M&M backed Classic Legends to export bikes by year end
The Financial Express

NCR: Only CNG, electric 3-wheeler autorickshaws allowed to be inducted in fleets for transport, delivery, e-commerce cos
 

ZF Group inaugurates ₹192 crore manufacturing plant in Coimbatore
ZF Group has inaugurated a new manufacturing plant in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, to cater to the construction and railways sectors. The facility, spread over 10,000 sq meters, represents a €20 million (₹192 crore) investment and aligns with ZF's "Make in India for India and the World" strategy.

OpenGMSL association formed to transform future of in-vehicle connectivity
The OpenGMSL Association is set to transform how automotive systems — including ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), infotainment, and autonomous driving platforms — are developed and integrated, ultimately enabling faster innovation and reducing costs across the automotive value chain.

Steelbird launches SBH-23 AVA ventilated helmet
Steelbird Helmets, a leader in India’s helmet industry, has rolled out the SBH-23 AVA Glossy—a half-face helmet purpose-built to tackle the rigours of summer riding. Priced at an accessible Rs 1,299, the SBH-23 AVA is engineered to deliver maximum comfort, ventilation, and safety, making it an ideal choice for daily commuters and weekend riders alike.

Former JLR India Head Rohit Suri joins ReadyAssist as Senior Advisor
Rohit Suri, former President and Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India, has joined mobility-tech startup ReadyAssist as a Senior Advisor. Suri, who played a pivotal role in building JLR’s luxury brand presence in India over his 14-year tenure, brings with him decades of automotive leadership experience.

Magenta Mobility partners with Bosch to boost digital infra for electric fleet expansion
Magenta Mobility has partnered with Bosch Mobility Platform and Solutions (MPS) to enhance its digital capabilities, focusing on cloud engineering, infrastructure management, vulnerability management, and digital operations.

Bolt.Earth unveils India’s first universal DC charger for 2-and 3-wheelers
Bolt.Earth, has taken a significant step forward with the launch of Blaze DC, India’s first universal DC fast charger designed specifically for electric two- and three-wheelers. Addressing a critical gap in India’s EV ecosystem, Blaze DC provides high-speed, interoperable charging solutions for the two- and three-wheeler segment, which accounts for over 80% of the nation’s EV fleet.

Delhi, Maharashtra & Karnataka account for three-fourth of power consumed by EVs in FY25
While Delhi alone accounts for more than 40 per cent of power consumed by PCSs on a pan-India basis, Maharashtra accounts for one-fourth of the usage. Karnataka, a surprise entrant, accounted for almost one-tenth of the cumulative consumption.

APM gas price cut likely to aid city gas profitability
The recent reduction in prices of domestic gas is likely to improve profitability of the country’s city gas distribution companies, analysts believe. 

Statiq ties up with HPCL to add 5,100 EV chargers
Statiq and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) have announced a partnership to integrate HPCL's EV charging network onto Statiq's EVLinq platform, adding over 5,100 chargers, including 2,900 DC fast chargers.

Hybrids vs EVs: New advisory for Delhi fleet operators adds fresh fuel to fire
New Delhi/ Mumbai : New Delhi’s air quality monitoring body on Tuesday directed commercial fleet operators in the National Capital Region (NCR) to not induct conventional petrol or diesel vehicles and prefer ‘clean’ automobiles instead, as one way to combat worsening air quality.

Only clean-fuel buses, app-based cabs and e-commerce fleets to enter Delhi from 2026
New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday issued new directions that tighten emission norms for a wide range of vehicles entering Delhi, a city that suffers from high levels of air pollution.

CAQM bans addition of new petrol, diesel vehicles to commercial fleets from 2026
 

Scania India partners with finance cos to enhance vehicle financing
Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd. has announced strategic service agreements with finance facilitation companies to improve financing accessibility for customers in the mining, infrastructure, and transport sectors in India.

Factors that affect Bike Insurance premiums: A rider's guide to smarter savings
New Delhi: Do you ever wonder what determines your bike insurance premium? It's not arbitrary or random; it depends on several different aspects. Your bike's make, model, and engine size can have an upward or downward impact on your premium.

Yamaha working on an electric turbo motorcycle engine
Yamaha has filed a patent application for the use of an electric turbo on what appears to be one of its CP3 three-cylinder engine motorcycles. If it comes into production, this could result in an engine with a significantly higher power output than the 119hp in the YZF-R9 and its naked sibling, the MT-09.

Kawasaki Z900 old vs new: more features and new style
Unlike previous years when an update to the Z900 would simply mean new colours, for 2025, Kawasaki has overhauled its sporty middleweight naked. Here are all the differences between the 2024 and 2025 versions of the middleweight Z. 

Updated Yezdi Adventure launched at Rs 2.15 lakh, gets refreshed styling
The Yezdi Adventure has received its most comprehensive update since launch. While the mechanicals remain unchanged, it now gets revised styling with twin-LED headlights, an updated electronics suite and is now priced at Rs 2.15 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). 

Volkswagen Golf GTI: your questions answered
The Volkswagen Golf GTI has been a legend among petrolheads globally since the 1980s, and the hot hatchback finally made its India debut last month. Volkswagen’s GTI models aren’t entirely estranged from India - the German carmaker launched the Polo GTI here in 2016 - but this is the first time the Golf will be officially available in the Indian market.

New Hyundai Verna SX+ trim launched at Rs 13.79 lakh
The Hyundai Verna has a new SX+ variant, which is priced at Rs 13.79 lakh for the manual gearbox and Rs 15.04 lakh for the IVT (intelligent variable transmission). This new trim borrows many features from the top SX(O) variant, widening Verna's appeal. Hyundai India is also offering a wired-to-wireless adapter for select variants of the midsize sedan, enabling wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In addition to Verna, Hyundai is also offering the adapter with Grand i10 Nios, Exter, Verna, Aura, Venue, (also N Line) and Alcazar models.

Tata Harrier EV vs Harrier diesel: differences explained
Tata Motors recently launched the Harrier EV as the carmaker’s most powerful, advanced, and feature-packed electric car to date. While the Harrier EV looks nearly identical to the diesel Harrier, both SUVs are very dissimilar under the skin and in terms of feature offerings. We’ve pored over the specs of the Harrier EV and Harrier diesel to see how Tata’s latest electric SUV differentiates itself.

Tata Avinya EVs still 2 years away
Tata Motors has created quite a buzz with the launch of the Harrier EV, expanding its electric portfolio to six models now. This will be followed by the Sierra EV that’ll debut later this year before the company moves on to its Gen 3 skateboard EV architecture that will underpin the Avinya range of EVs. Speaking to Autocar India at the launch of the Harrier EV, Vivek Srivatsa, chief commercial officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, has confirmed that the company is preparing to launch the Avinya brand in 2027.

Maruti Wagon R, Alto K10 get up to Rs 68,000 off this month
Maruti Suzuki Arena dealers are offering discounts and benefits on nearly the entire portfolio this month. Other than the Maruti Ertiga and Dzire, every model has cash discounts or exchange and loyalty bonuses, or a scrappage scheme that can make the model a more attractive buy. So, here's how much you could save on a new Maruti Arena model in June 2025.

Most affordable bikes with a bi directional quickshifter
Earlier, quickshifters were not very common, and bi-directional quickshifters were even rarer, typically reserved for expensive, high-performance track machines. However, in recent years, we've seen an influx of bikes from various classes with different utilities featuring this technology— not just regular quickshifters, but bi-directional ones. Today, it’s slowly becoming the norm, with even adventure and naked bikes offering this feature. Here’s a list of the most affordable bikes with a bi-directional quickshifter.

VW's Wolfsburg plant may move to four-day week from 2027, works council says
Volkswagen's restructuring of its Wolfsburg plant from 2027 to make way for EV-only production could result in a temporary four-day working week at the plant, works council chief Daniela Cavallo told workers on Tuesday.

Tesla's German car sales continue to decline in May
Tesla's sales volume in Germany fell by a third in May, the German road traffic agency KBA said on Wednesday, although sales of battery electric vehicles rose overall.

Hyundai Motor company president and CEO Jose Munoz Reinforces Hyundai's journey as a mobility leader at FISITA world mobility conference 2025
Seoul [South Korea] / Barcelona [Spain]: Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) reaffirms its vision for the future of mobility and its leadership in technological innovation at the La Federation Internationale des Societes d'Ingenieurs des Techniques de l'Automobile (FISITA) World Mobility Conference (WMC) 2025, held from June 3 to 5 at the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain.

Energy storage system based on EV batteries launched at Rome's airport
Italy's largest energy storage system based on used batteries for electric vehicles was inaugurated on Tuesday at Rome's Fiumicino airport to help it reduce carbon emissions.

Toyota Industries sinks after parent's takeover bid misses expectations
Investors gave a thumbs-down to Toyota Motor's $33 billion take-private offer for Toyota Industries on Wednesday, highlighting concerns minority shareholders would be short-changed in a landmark restructuring for Japan Inc.

Dutch car sharing firm adds Renault EVs capable of powering local grid
Dutch car sharing firm MyWheels will plug in the first of 500 grid-connectable Renault EVs to its fleet in the Netherlands this week, expanding the number of vehicles in Europe capable of strengthening the power grid as the technology gains traction.

EVs boost German auto sales, Tesla falls again
A jump in electric car sales helped give a slight boost to Germany's troubled auto market last month, official data showed Wednesday, although Elon Musk's Tesla fared poorly again.

Tesla's China-made EV sales fall 15% in May
A decline in Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales extended to an eighth month in May, as the U.S. automaker's sales woes were compounded by brutal price wars in the world's largest auto market.