Is Hyundai Motor India a Buy after Rs 45,000 crore 2030 roadmap? Brokerages see up to 34% upside
The auto space is buzzing with action. However, it’s not just about festive sales ahead of Diwali. The Hyundai Motor India share price is in focus after the company unveiled its FY30 roadmap. Between FY26-FY30, the company plans a total investment of Rs 45,000 crore. Brokerages have given a thumbs-up to the company’s expansion plans and reiterated Buy. Most see 20% plus upside potential for the stock going forward. 

Uttar Pradesh govt pitching for investments in textile, auto sectors
 

Auto exports firing on all cylinders in September, Q2 and H1 2025 with double digit growth
 

Hybrids outpace petrol, EVs as preferred vehicle for buyers: Survey
 

Maruti Suzuki Jimny, the true-blue SUV, becomes affordable by up to ₹60,000. Old and new price post GST 2.0 compared
Maruti Suzuki has reduced the price of its entire passenger vehicle lineup following the tax rate revision under the GST 2.0 regime that went into effect from September 22. While the small cars have received the major benefits owing to the reduced 18% tax in comparison to the previous 28% tax rates, the bigger cars too have witnessed a reduction in total tax incidence slapped on them. In this process, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny, along with other models from the brand, have become cheaper than before. Maruti Suzuki Jimny, a true-blue off-roader that is sold in India in a five-door guise through the Nexa retail network, has witnessed its price being slashed by up to ₹60,000.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno price slashed by up to ₹86,000 before Diwali. Variant-wise old and new price compared
Maruti Suzuki Baleno is one of the few premium hatchbacks in India that compete with rivals like the Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz. The highly popular hatchback that is sold through the automaker's Nexa premium retail network has received a price cut right before the festive season. The price cut for the car ranges up to ₹86,000, under the new GST 2.0 tax regime that came into effect from September 22. Following the tax rate revisions, which reduced the applicable GST rates from 28% to 18% and abolished the compensation cess, Maruti Suzuki, like other automakers, has announced a price cut across its entire portfolio in order to pass on the benefits of GST rate cuts to consumers.

Auto Hangar advantage opens another luxury pre-owned showroom in Malad (West) in Mumbai.
 

Piaggio, RiseWise roll out battery replacement finance plan for electric 3Ws
Piaggio Vehicles partners with RiseWise Capital for electric three-wheeler battery replacement financing
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Blue Energy Motors launches electric heavy-duty truck with battery swapping technology
Blue Energy Motors launches electric heavy-duty truck with battery swapping technology 
The Hindu Business Line

Writing a new chapter : Tarun Garg, currently whole-time director & COO, HMIL, hit the ground running.
Sailing through choppy waters comes easily to Tarun Garg, who is set to be the first Indian to lead Korean auto-maker Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) when he takes charge as managing director and chief executive officer in January 2026.

Are India’s EV chargers safe? How Chinese components could pose cyber risks
New Delhi: A recent cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), which forced the automaker to suspend operations at three of its UK facilities for nearly a month, has reignited conversations on cybersecurity across the auto industry, including India’s fast-expanding electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem.

‘Personal loans, 2W to drive growth in H2,’ Sudipta Roy, MD & CEO L&T Finance
L&T Finance is betting on two-wheeler, personal and gold loans to drive growth in H2FY26, backed by GST-led demand and expansion in the branch footprint. In an interview with Kshipra Petkar, MD & CEO Sudipta Roy tells about the company’s digital push, asset quality strategy, and the road map to becoming a fully retail-focused lender within the next three quarters. Excerpts:

What’s driving the boom in India’s SUV segment? We explain
If you’ve spent any time on the roads in India lately, it’s clear that a tectonic shift has occurred. The erstwhile-ruling, sensible hatchback and the dignified sedan now find themselves taking second place to an entire flotilla of Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs). It is not a momentary whim of fashion, but a deep structural reconfiguration of the Indian auto industry fueled by a strong confluence of macroeconomics, infrastructure realities and most convincingly human desire. In order to fully appreciate the extent of this boom, we have to consider the data, and the hub, of the Indian consumer.

Roadside assistance for electric bikes: how it differs from petrol two-wheelers
New Delhi: The shift towards electric mobility is not limited to cars; two-wheelers are also rapidly electrifying in India. With more riders choosing e-bikes for daily commutes, a question arises: Is roadside assistance the same for electric bikes as it is for petrol-powered two-wheelers? Roadside assistance is an add-on service offered with two-wheeler insurance policies. It provides help when a vehicle breaks down unexpectedly and leaves riders stranded. However, since electric bikes run on batteries instead of internal combustion engines, the type of support they need can differ.

Ola Electric enters battery storage segment with homegrown Ola Shakti system
Ola Electric enters energy storage solutions market with ‘Ola Shakti’ launch
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Craftsman Automation starts commercial operations at its new facility in Hosur
Chennai: Craftsman Automation Ltd, the Coimbatore-based manufacturer of automotive and industrial components, commenced commercial operations of its new plant at SIPCOT Industrial Park, Shoolagiri, Hosur, on Thursday.

Rolls-Royce, Bharat Forge sign deal to manufacture fan blades for Pearl Engine series
 

Indian auto makers look for alternatives as China tightens EV tech export
With China imposing fresh export controls on technologies used in lithium batteries, cathodes, and graphite anodes, primarily used in electric vehicles, Indian manufacturers are trying to import technology from other Asian and European countries, said auto manufacturers and industry bodies.

No formal directive from govt on halting Russian oil imports: OMCs
Even as US President Donald Trump claimed that India would reduce its purchases of Russian crude oil, domestic oil marketing companies say that the Indian government has not issued any formal directive to them to reduce crude imports from Russia.

Russian oil and US trade talks: latest Trump claim frames Delhi’s challenge
 

Carmakers miss emissions feedback deadline amid small-car divide
New Delhi: India’s top carmakers have missed the deadline to submit feedback on a fresh set of emission norms proposed by the government. Industry comments were sought by 16 October (Thursday), but automobile lobby Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam) is yet to send in a consolidated response.

Pollution levels begin to rise ahead of festival season
Even as the Supreme Court has allowed the limited use of “green” firecrackers, with Delhi’s pollution levels beginning to rise ahead of the festival season, medical experts are calling for awareness and caution. “Every year, after Diwali, hospitals see a surge in patients struggling to breathe,” they warn.

Delhi AQI today: Anand Vihar, Wazirpur still top of ‘very poor’ air quality chart
 

Triumph bike prices increase by up to Rs 1.58 lakh
Triumph has updated its website with revised prices following the recent GST changes. The manufacturer had earlier confirmed that it would hold the pricing on its India-made 400cc models like the Scrambler 400 X and Thruxton 400. In fact, popular models like the Speed 400 and Speed T4 also recently benefited from a price cut, but the rest of the line-up has seen prices increase by up to Rs 1.58 lakh.

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX launched at Rs 23.07 lakh
Triumph has silently launched the Speed Triple 1200 RX in India at a price of Rs 23.07 lakh. It is a limited edition motorcycle, with production restricted to 1,200 units worldwide.

Toyota Hyryder Aero Edition launched
Toyota has launched a special edition of the Hyryder midsize SUV. Called the Hyryder Aero Edition, it gets an exclusive styling kit, priced at Rs 31,999, over the standard Hyryder. 

Nissan Magnite CNG now available with AMT option
The Nissan Magnite CNG is now available with manual and AMT options. Nissan India has announced today that all variants of the 72hp 1.0-litre naturally aspirated version of the Magnite will be able to be fitted with a retro-fit CNG kit from the brand’s dealerships. Due to the recent GST 2.0 revisions, the cost of fitting the CNG kit has reduced by about Rs 3,000 to Rs 72,000.

Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally 2025 to be held on November 15-16
The Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally (MBCCR) is returning for 2025. A celebration of elegance, camaraderie, people and incredible craftsmanship, the event will take place on November 15-16 at the Taj Lands End in Bandra, Mumbai. A limited number of tickets will go on sale soon, so stay tuned!

Kia Carens Clavis EV HTX E launched at Rs 19.99 lakh
Kia has launched a new HTX E trim for the Carens Clavis EV, positioning it between the existing HTK+ and HTX trims. The Clavis HTX E’s Standard version costs Rs 19.99 lakh ex-showroom, and the Extended Range variant’s price is Rs 21.99 lakh. The new HTX E trim introduces many features from the higher HTX trim.

Tata Nexon with ADAS launched at Rs 13.53 lakh
Just a month after introducing a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) tech on the Nexon EV, Tata Motors has launched the Nexon petrol with the same active safety features. The ADAS suite is only available on the range-topping Tata Nexon Fearless +PS with the turbo-petrol engine and dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

Local R&D is key to taking on local brands: Hyundai CEO Jose Munoz
For Hyundai Motor Company’s president and CEO Jose Munoz, India isn’t just another market; it’s the proving ground for the company’s next big leap. As local automakers raise the bar on design and quality, Hyundai is doubling down with a $5 billion investment, a slate of 26 new models and a sharpened focus on India-led innovation.

Hyundai CNG lineup to double to 6 models by 2030
At its Investors Day presentation, Hyundai India has revealed an aggressive new product plan that includes 26 new launches by 2030. This includes both all-new nameplates as well as updates to existing models. Hyundai also revealed plans to introduce 3 new CNG-powered cars. 

Hyundai targets 53 percent sales from EV, hybrid and CNG cars by March 2030
At its Investors Day presentation, Hyundai India announced plans to nearly quadruple the share of alternative powertrains in overall sales by FY2030 under its long-term product and sustainability road map. The company aims to expand its portfolio with eight hybrid models, three new CNG vehicles and three new EVs across multiple segments by the end of the decade.