Top Indian Automobile Industry News & Updates - 14 Oct 2025,Tuesday
🏢 Industry
Bombay HC modifies order on Kirloskar trademark usage
The Bombay High Court has modified its interim order dated July 25, in the ongoing Kirloskar trademark dispute by adding the phrase “or licensing” to the order. The court has restrained Kirloskar Proprietary (KPL) from licensing or assigning the “Kirloskar” trademarks to other Kirloskar Group companies engaged in competing or overlapping businesses.
Steel, auto stumbling blocks in trade talks with EU
India and the European Union (EU) have covered substantial ground on agriculture trade in the latest round of free trade agreement (FTA) talks held in Brussels, but the movement on automobiles, steel and certain non-tariff barriers have been slow, according to official sources.
Innovation on wheels: Auto Expo 2025 drives excitement at CII Chandigarh fair
Leading brands, including Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, Isuzu and Force Motors (Gurkha) showcased their latest models, each representing India’s evolving drive toward technology, performance and sustainability.
UP to offer EV incentives only to locally manufactured vehicles from Oct 14
Municipal waste to be used to build roads by 2027: Gadkari
Municipal waste will be one of the alternative components to be used extensively in road construction, said Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways. “We plan to use all municipal waste in the country, before 2027, in road construction,” he said at the 21st convocation of the SRM Institute of Science and Technology, on Monday.
📝 Land acquired for Tata's Singur plant won't be restored to firms operating prior to acquisition: SC
📝 Tata Motors, Maruti see retail sales market share growth in September
📝 Eicher Motors’ EV Chief Mario Alvisi resigns
📝 India-EU FTA talks make headway amid steel, auto differences
📝 Festive auto retail sales bounce back, navratri sees 15-35% YoY growth across segments: Report
📝 Tata Motors demerger: Stock slides 7% in 7 days. Will the restructuring spark gains or more volatility?
📝 Festive demand, GST cuts drive surge in logistics activity: Shriram Mobility Bulletin
📝 Honda India Foundation rolls out new initiatives to strengthen road safety culture
📝 Tariffs, chips, rare earths & US
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🚗 Cars / SUVs
Maruti Grand Vitara gets discounts up to ₹1.8 lakh — Should you still buy it over the Victoris?
With the festive season approaching, Maruti Suzuki is aiming to boost sales of its SUVs by offering attractive discounts. Among its current promotions, the Grand Vitara stands out with substantial price reductions, making it a tempting choice for buyers seeking value without compromising on features.
Hyundai Exter SUV becomes cheaper by up to ₹84k post-GST price cut. Variant-wise old & new prices compared
Hyundai Exter was launched as an upmarket and feature-laden SUV in the country, in an attempt to ramp up the South Korean automaker's market share in the Indian passenger vehicle market's utility vehicle segment, where the company has a strong footprint thanks to the Hyundai Creta. The Hyundai Exter SUV was launched with a wide range of segment-leading features that enhanced its appeal to consumers, especially the young-age buyers who seek more advanced technology-aided upmarket features in a car, rather than just buying a vehicle for commuting from one point to another. Now, following the GST rate cut, Hyundai has reduced the pricing of the Exter significantly, which further ramps up its appeal to consumers.
Toyota Kirloskar concludes 34th iCARE initiative, empowering rural women entrepreneurs via SHGs
Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced the successful completion of its 34th iCARE activity under its Employee Volunteerism Program – iCARE (i, Community Action to Reach Everyone), marking another significant milestone in its journey of social impact. Aligned with TKM’s core DNA of continuous improvement (Kaizen), respect for people, and commitment to sustainability, this initiative reflects the company’s enduring focus on empowering communities and fostering inclusive growth through innovative and eco-conscious solutions. Focused on empowering marginalized communities—particularly rural women entrepreneurs, the activity held at NSS Bhavan in Bangalore University witnessed:
Maruti Suzuki WagonR gets pre Diwali price cuts, becomes cheaper by ₹79,600. Check variant wise pricing
📝 Volkswagen India rolls out Diwali offers: Discounts up to ₹3 lakh off on Tiguan, Taigun, Virtus
📝 Skoda Diwali offers: Up to ₹4.5 lakh discount on Kushaq, Slavia, Kylaq and Kodiaq
📝 Diwali car offers 2025: Check all discounts announced by Maruti, Tata, Mahindra, Honda, Hyundai, Kia and Renault
📝 Honda Diwali offers 2025: Discounts up to Rs 1.51 lakh on Amaze, City, Elevate and more
📝 Maruti Diwali Offer 2025: Suzuki is offering discounts up to nearly Rs 2 lakh. Check full model-wise list here
📝 Here are 5 exciting cars we can expect to see in India soon
📝 2025 Mahindra Bolero Neo: Variant-wise price with new features explained
📝 5 cars under ₹5 lakh with high fuel efficiency
📝 Honda City 1.5 i-VTEC CVT real-world fuel efficiency tested. Here’s how it performed
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Electric-Cars / SUVs
📝 Vietnamese automaker VinFast surpasses one lakh domestic sales, ramps up India plans
📝 Renault Kwid EV launched overseas, India launch soon? All you need to know
📝 Tesla Model Y Long-Range variant updated in India: How much more you can travel
📝 VinFast VF7 and VF6 get charging benefits of up to ₹75,000. Details here
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🚗 Luxury Cars
BMW closes in on Mercedes in India. It’s a tight race, but on different roads.
German luxury carmaker BMW is closing in on Mercedes-Benz in India’s luxury car market, but their strategies for the top spot could not be more different.
Long, Longer, Longest
BMW India and Mercedes-Benz India both posted quarterly sales growth recently, signaling renewed momentum in the luxury automotive sector. According to BMW India, it sold 11,978 BMW and MINI vehicles in the first nine months of 2025 (January to September). Mercedes-Benz India reported sales of 9,357 units between April and September 2025. This positive trend has been driven partly by India’s festive season, with the recent removal of cess under GST 2.0 sharply lowering the prices of several models. Yet, the true impact of the GST cut will likely become clearer in October’s figures, as automakers temporarily slowed factory dispatches to navigate tax changes.
Maserati expands into South India: VST Maserati's flagship showroom opens in Bengaluru, unveils MC Pura supercar
Bengaluru: Maserati has strengthened its presence in India with the opening of VST Maserati's first flagship showroom in central Bengaluru, operated by the VST Group as Maserati's official partner in South India. The grand opening, held on October 11, was marked by the regional debut of the brand's newest super sports car, the MCPura, further underscoring Maserati's commitment to the growing luxury performance car market in the region.
📝 BMW drives past 20% EV sales in India; first-time luxury buyers fuel demand
📝 Mercedes-Benz India launches G 450d at ₹2.90 cr
📝 Audi expands presence with two new facilities in Dehradun
📝 Mercedes-Benz G450d launched in India at Rs 2.9 crores: Gets a 3.0-litre diesel with 750 nm!
📝 Rs 2.90 crore Mercedes-Benz G 450d launched in India: 3.0-litre diesel engine with 750 nm torque makes it a true beast
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🎤 Interviews & Features
New Renault Triber: Fresh look and safer drive, but where is the power?
The Renault Triber is a unique car – it’s India’s only sub-4 metre MPV with 5+2 seats, and the only MPV whose top model on-road is less than Rs 10 lakh, making it is a great value for large families on a budget.
📝 Magenta to replicate DST-style success in India; eyes up to $50 mn in fresh funding
📝 Top 5 Toyota SUVs in India you can buy today
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🏍 2/3 Wheelers
R15 V4 to Xtreme 125R: 5 best bikes you can plan if you earn ₹40,000 per month
When it comes to buying the right motorcycle on an average urban salary, one needs to strike a balance between aspirations and affordability. For someone who earns roughly ₹40,000 each month, making a purchase under ₹2 lakh (ex-showroom) can very well be financially feasible with the right budgeting and loan strategy. Most entry-level sport bikes and commuters today offer great value for money while ensuring lower running costs and flexible financing options.
Hero MotoCorp makes its debut in Italy
Hero MotoCorp enters Italian market with Pelpi International
The Hindu Business Line
📝 2026 Honda CB1000F neo-retro roadster unveiled with 122 bhp inline-four engine
📝 Aprilia SR 175 scooter review: Fun, fast, but ready for daily commutes?
📝 Jawa Yezdi festive pre-booking at Rs 999: How much you save post GST 2.0
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🚲 Electric 2/3 Wheelers
2 Indian EV stocks in focus after China’s lithium export restrictions
With effect from 8 November 2025, China has implemented export restrictions on lithium battery components and associated technologies.
📝 Matter unveils new smart ownership plans to make EVs more affordable
📝 Zypp Electric partners with UK’s Shell Foundation to boost EV adoption in last-mile deliveries
📝 Revolt Motors introduces ‘Diwali Double Dhamaka’ offer with benefits worth up to ₹1 lakh
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⚙ Components
Foxconn bets big on Tamil Nadu with Rs 15,000 crore investment
Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn, a key supplier for Apple, has announced a Rs 15,000 crore investment in Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the state’s position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies. The project, which is expected to create around 14,000 high-value jobs, will focus on next-generation areas such as battery technology and AI-led manufacturing systems.
Tata AutoComp Systems seeks to tap opportunities in railways sector
Tata AutoComp Systems seeks to tap opportunities in railways sector
The Hindu Business Line
📝 Deeptech startup Chara Technologies raises $6.2 million in round led by Arkam Ventures
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🌇 Allied Industries
Namma Yatri’s ₹25 revolution: The tiny Bengaluru app forced Uber and Ola to change—what’s next?
New Delhi: For Priya Ramesh, a denizen of Bengaluru, the daily commute to work didn’t start at the door, but on a screen, well before she stepped out. She always had three apps open: Uber, Ola and Rapido, the trinity that ruled mobility in the city. Fares would fluctuate, drivers cancel, and autos tease from the edge of the map never to arrive, in an ouroboros of hope and cancellation.
📝 Gig workers’ body strongly objects to various points in state’s draft aggregator policy
📝 India's small steelmakers cut output as weak demand, falling prices bite
📝 Giving directions: After Zoho, Vaishnaw pushes India's Mappls to rival Google Maps
📝 Auto spare parts start-up Partnr plans to expand to 50 cities
📝 Steel demand in India set to grow 9% in 2025, 2026
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🌢 Fuels, Lubricants & Charging Stations
E20 Petrol Mandate: Vehicle owners report increased costs and reduced efficiency, says survey
The nationwide rollout of E20 petrol in India, which became mandatory in April 2025, is causing significant concerns among vehicle owners, a recent survey conducted by LocalCircles revealed. The survey highlights a near doubling in the percentage of old petrol vehicle owners attributing increased maintenance costs to the new fuel blend over the past two months. This development is raising questions about the compatibility of older vehicles with the E20 blend and the broader implications for vehicle owners across the country.
ONGC prepares for a future with $60/barrel crude oil
State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is preparing for a future where crude oil prices may settle around $60 per barrel to remain profitable, said Director (Production) Pankaj Kumar.
Regular vs premium petrol: Is the pricey fuel in India really worth it for your car?
After the Bharat Stage VI emissions norms were implemented in 2020, petrol’s minimum octane rating was upped from an average baseline of 88 RON to 91 RON (Research Octane Number). As of now, regular E20 petrol is claimed to carry a much higher baseline of around 95-98 RON, while premium fuel, such as XP95 or Power95, offers a similar octane rating alongside additives to clean the fuel system. Consumers can also choose high-octane petrol rated for 100 RON with little to no ethanol content. While this seems like the way to go if you want to avoid ethanol content in your fuel, 100-octane petrol costs about ₹60 per litre more than regular petrol, bringing diminishing returns for cars which do not require it.
Nikol EV expands EV charging network for small commercial vehicles
📝 KP Group to invest ₹8,000 crore in hydrogen, EV fuel stations across Gujarat
📝 Oil rebounds 1% after sharp losses on US-China tensions
📝 Indian state-owned refiners trimmed Russian oil imports by 45% between June and September: Kpler data
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🌍 Emissions/Environment
Delhi AQI worsens to ‘poor’, Anand Vihar records ‘very poor’ air quality
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📖 Magazines News
Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V price comparison after GST 2.0
With the implementation of GST 2.0, prices of motorcycles below 350cc have dropped as the tax rate on them has gone down from 28 percent to 18 percent. Among these, two of the most fiercely competitive offerings in the 200cc segment are the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. Both are homegrown products known for their strong performance, sharp styling and impressive value, making this an interesting face-off between two Indian brands.
7 things to know before buying Honda Dio 125
The Honda Dio is the youth-focused counterpart of the Activa. It is powered by the same engine as the Activa 125 but features sportier styling, brighter colours and funkier graphics. Here are seven things to know before buying the Honda Dio 125.
Renault Kiger, Triber get over Rs 1 lakh in discounts in October
Renault India is offering attractive benefits on its entire line-up – the Kiger, Triber and Kwid – this October. As it does every month, Renault is also offering up to Rs 35,000 benefit as part of its Relive scrappage programme, over and above the cash discounts, corporate offers and exchange and referral benefits. Here’s how much you can save on a new Renault car this month.
Mercedes G 450d launched at Rs 2.9 crore
Mercedes-Benz India has brought back the diesel engine option for its G-Class off-roader after a year-long hiatus. At the start of 2025, Mercedes expanded the G-Wagen line-up with the all-electric G 580 with EQ Tech, which joined the range-topping AMG G 63. With the addition of the Mercedes G 450d, launched at Rs 2.9 crore, the G-Class is now available in petrol, diesel and EV forms. Only 50 units of the G-Class diesel have been brought into India in the first batch.
Defender 110 Trophy Edition priced at Rs 1.30 crore in India
Land Rover India has priced the Defender 110 Trophy Edition SUV at Rs 1.30 crore (ex-showroom). The special edition off-road SUV gets cosmetic upgrades, exclusive off-road accessories, and comes solely with a diesel automatic powertrain in the ‘110’ body trim.
Discovery Tempest, Gemini editions introduced from Rs 1.26 crore in India
Land Rover has revealed prices of the MY26 Discovery SUV in India, which range between Rs 1.26 crore and Rs 1.39 crore, ex-showroom. The British carmaker has introduced new Gemini and Tempest editions, while the existing Dynamic S and Metropolitan Edition trims will be discontinued from 2026 onwards.
Kia Syros, Seltos get up to Rs 1.6 lakh discount this Diwali
Kia dealerships across India are offering discounts of up to Rs 1.6 lakh on the mass-market ICE cars this Diwali. With the recently announced revised GST rates having drastically brought down prices on several models, this is an especially good time to buy a new car if you’ve been planning to add one to your garage. Keep reading as we list out model-wise discounts currently available on Kia cars.
India’s EV sales double to 91,076 units in H1 FY2026
India’s electric vehicle (EV) market has registered record half-yearly performance. Retail sales grew 108 percent year-on-year to 91,076 units in H1 FY2026 (April-September 2025), compared to 43,847 units in the same period last year. The segment has already achieved nearly 84 percent of FY2025’s full-year total of 1,08,609 units, suggesting continued demand into the festive period.
Kawasaki KLX230 gets a 7-year extended warranty
India Kawasaki Motors has announced the launch of an extended warranty programme (7 years over the standard 3 years) for the MY26 Kawasaki KLX230. Priced at just Rs 2,499, this initiative provides coverage for engine parts and gearbox components, ensuring that KLX230 owners enjoy a hassle-free riding experience with complete peace of mind for an extended period.
Yamaha WR155R spied in India launch unlikely
Images of a Yamaha WR155R being ridden on the streets of Bengaluru have surfaced online; however, several details suggest that this isn’t an official test mule. Yamaha India does have an event lined up for November 11, and while a new product announcement is expected, it’s unlikely that the dual-sport WR155R will be on the docket.
New Mini Convertible India launch expected this festive season
After a noticeable absence from Mini India’s line-up, the beloved Mini Convertible is all set to make a stylish comeback. This return after the 2023 exit is timed to coincide with the launch of several John Cooper Works (JCW) models, injecting fresh excitement into Mini’s performance-oriented offerings.
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📰 International News
Hyundai factory was a deadly job site before it was raided by ICE
Before it became the target of one of the biggest immigration raids in U.S. history, Hyundai Motor’s sprawling auto plant in central Georgia had another reputation among workers: It was a dangerous and deadly construction site.
China living in future? Flying car hovers over Dubai, heralds new era
A flying car developed by Chinese company Xpeng AeroHT took to the skies over Dubai on Sunday in a scene that seemed straight out of Back To The Future.
📝 Why one of the biggest software features on Tesla cars is under investigation
📝 China's car sales pick up speed in 'Golden September'
📝 Australia's Vulcan Energy inks agreement to supply Glencore with lithium
📝 Cars to fighter jets: China's new export curbs may level a heavy blow worldwide
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