Top Indian Automobile Industry News & Updates - 24 Oct 2025,Friday
🏢 Industry
No immediate concerns for India as China moves WTO against EV subsidies: Experts
There is no immediate concern for India after China challenged at the World Trade Organization (WTO) India’s policy measures aimed at promoting domestic manufacturing in the electric vehicles and renewable energy sectors, experts said. Due to the absence of a functional appellate body at the WTO, the case is unlikely to move forward anytime soon, making Beijing’s move just a symbolic gesture, according to them. Experts also hinted that the issue might get dragged on for 4-5 years without any further development.
S&P Global downgrades Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles to 'negative' on slow JLR recovery
Ratings agency S&P Global has downgraded the outlook of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles to 'negative' on the slow recovery of its British subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), which was recently hit by a major cyber attack.
Half of India’s cars could be clean by 2030—but EVs are just part of the plan
India’s top carmakers have set an ambitious goal of achieving more than half their sales through electric vehicles, hybrids and CNG-fuelled cars by 2030–a push that will require them to increase the contribution from cleaner vehicles by up to 10 times over the next five years.
📝 Tata Motors to be renamed Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles from October 24
📝 India-made car exports jump 20%, hit sweet spot
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🚗 Cars / SUVs
Kylaq races ahead as Syros stalls in sub-4 metre SUV battle
When the Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq were launched earlier this year, both models seemed destined for success. Positioned in the fiercely competitive sub-4 metre SUV space, they together garnered over 40,000 bookings, a strong start that had the industry buzzing. But nine months on, their trajectories couldn’t be more different. While the Kylaq continues to cruise smoothly, the Syros is rapidly losing momentum.
Maruti Suzuki WagonR to Hyundai Venue: Top 10 most fuel-efficient cars under ₹15 lakh
When it is about the Indian automobile market, the one phrase that has become immortal is ‘How much it gives?’, which refers to the fuel economy of a vehicle. Be it a car or a motorcycle, or a scooter, the question remains constant, reflecting the consumer mindset of the Indian market. While with time, the consumer preference and sentiment have evolved drastically in India, it is still one of the most price-sensitive markets in the world. When buying a car, Indian consumers still query the fuel economy figure of the vehicle, which is legitimately one of the key factors to define a car's cost efficiency proposition. This is the key reason why the popularity of CNG and hybrid cars in India has been growing at a fast pace, as these fuel technologies promise better fuel economy than petrol and diesel.
Tata Nexon helps the OEM to post festive season sales record: Top 5 reasons that make this SUV so appealing to consumers
The 2025 festive season has finally come to a close, and many carmakers have registered record sales numbers during this period. Tata Motors is no different, and this homegrown auto giant claims to have retailed more than one lakh passenger vehicles over the period of 30 days, spanning between Navratri and Diwali. This has propelled Tata Motors to post an annual growth of 33% over the festive season of last year. The Tata Nexon emerged as the best-selling Tata car during this festive season, accounting for more than 38,000 units and contributing 70% of the total sales. Tata Motors also retailed more than 32,000 units of the Tata Punch.
Maruti Suzuki’s market share drops below 40% for the first time
Maruti Suzuki’s market share has dropped to an all-time low. The H1FY26 sales data shared by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) shows that the country’s largest carmaker had a market share of just 38.8% – the first time it has dropped below 40%, despite the fact that the carmaker has had a spate of launches over the last few years, including five new-generation models, five all-new models, and facelifts of existing cars.
Planning to buy a Mahindra Thar? Here’s the variant-wise price list and how much EMI you need to pay
Accept it or not, you can't ignore the Mahindra Thar. The three-door lifestyle off-roader that has been known for its iconic Jeep-influenced rugged design, powerful engines and go anywhere capability. Despite the launch of the more practical and spacious Mahindra Thar Roxx, the three-door Mahindra Thar's popularity remains intact. Mahindra recently updated the SUV with a revamped grille, dual-tone bumper, rear washer and wiper. Inside the cabin, the Thar facelift comes with a black dashboard, updated steering wheel, rear AC vents, one-touch power window buttons, sliding armrest, a 26.03 cm touchscreen infotainment system, A-pillar entry assist handle, internally operated fuel lid, etc. However, mechanically, the Thar facelift continues with the same powertrains as the pre-facelift version.
Hyundai Motor India appoints Sunil Moolchandani as national sales head
Hyundai Motor India appoints Sunil Moolchandani as Function Head for National Sales
📝 Maruti Suzuki's 'Jimny 5-door' crosses 1 lakh units exports milestone
📝 New-gen Hyundai Venue spotted undisguised for the first time in India. Here's what we can make out
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Electric-Cars / SUVs
What first-time EV owners should know, with insight from VinFast
📝 Electrifying start to EVs in FY26; sales up 108% in first half of year
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🚗 Luxury Cars
📝 Mercedes-Benz G450d vs Toyota Land Cruiser 300: Price, dimensions, engine, specs compared
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⛟ Commercial Vehicles
📝 MoEVing to lease 700 Tata Motors' electric small CVs for last mile delivery
📝 Andhra Pradesh to electrify entire RTC fleet under new e-mobility policy
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🎤 Interviews & Features
Helmet to seatbelt: The untold story of Maruti & Tata’s record festive sales
Ankit Srivastava beamingly greats everyone he meets these days, with the big smile on his face that won’t fade. The reason for his cheerful demeanour is small car. For this Maruti dealer in UP’s Prayagraj, festive sales have been 1.5 times the target, with entry-level models growing nearly 2X.
‘We are closely watching the green hydrogen, ammonia space,’ Subramanian Sarma, Deputy Managing Director and President of L&T
After selling non-core assets in the past, engineering and construction company Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is focusing on areas such as hydrocarbon, renewable energy and power transmission in the energy sector. Subramanian Sarma, deputy managing director and president, energy, talks to Raghavendra Kamath about opportunities in the sector and shares his outlook. Excerpts:
📝 Upcoming Nissan MPV spied testing in camouflage; What to expect…
📝 Toyota to add a new brand under its umbrella. Here's why
📝 2025 Renault Triber vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: Which MPV offers the best value for families?
📝 ‘Bima Sugam to boost no-frills health products,’ V Suryanarayanan, MD Cholamandalam MS General Insurance
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🏍 2/3 Wheelers
TVS Motor to reveal all-new range of Norton motorcycles later this year at EICMA in Milan
Chennai: UK’s Norton Motorcycles owned by TVS Motors’ plans to reveal its all-new range of motorcycles later this year at EICMA (Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo e Motociclo), an international motorcycle event, to be held in Milan in November. It will be led by the new superbike and heralding a new design philosophy and a reimagined brand identity, says a stock exchange announcement
Hero MotoCorp enters UK market with MotoGB partnership
Hero MotoCorp rides into UK with MotoGB alliance
The Financial Express
📝 2026 Kawasaki Z650S unveiled: Here's what is new
📝 Suzuki GSX-8R EVO launched in Europe for more track-ready performance: What it gets
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🚲 Electric 2/3 Wheelers
📝 Ultraviolette X-47 First Ride Review: Where Electric Power Meets Everyday Adventure
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🌇 Allied Industries
Polycab India's electrifying Q2 show has some weak spots
Polycab India Ltd could well deliver around 25% revenue growth for the third year in a row in FY26. Consolidated revenue increased 21% year-over-year for the half-year ended September (H1FY26), and a pickup is anticipated hereon, which is expected to boost growth rates in H2.
From tracks to tech: Siemens India stakes claim in manufacturing, mobility
New Delhi: As India pushes to transform its manufacturing and infrastructure landscape, Siemens Ltd is betting billions on electrification, automation and digitalization to become a backbone of the country’s industrial future.
📝 ZF rejigs management structure with new board appointments, streamlined leadership setup
📝 Tata Technologies reacts to Trump’s H-1B fee hike: Plans to recruit more local staff in US; here’s what it said
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🌢 Fuels, Lubricants & Charging Stations
Reliance recalibrating Russian oil imports to align with India's guidelines
Reliance Industries may consider halting Russian oil imports: Report
The Financial Express
US sanctions threaten to cut India’s Russian oil imports to near-zero
Grain-based ethanol makers allege bias in OMC bids
India’s reliance on imported crude oil creeps up further on demand growth amid stagnant domestic production
📝 OMC stocks slip up to 3% on crude price surge, US sanctions
📝 India to tighten Moscow oil tap after US sanctions
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🌍 Emissions/Environment
Delhi-NCR AQI today, October 24: Delhi breathes ‘poor’ air as AQI drops to 293; some areas still at ‘severe’ levels
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📖 Magazines News
Toyota to position Century as standalone brand above Lexus
Toyota will turn its Century nameplate, associated with a high-end sedan and SUV in select car markets, into a standalone brand to take over the reins from its current luxury flagship, Lexus. It’ll exist in “a class of its own”, Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda said while explaining his decision to elevate the Century’s role within the brand hierarchy while speaking at a panel discussion ahead of the 2025 Japan Mobility Show. Lexus should “go above and beyond” in its upper segments, he added.
2025 Maserati MCPura review: Pure for sure
Maserati is a brand whose pulse I’ve never quite been able to put my finger on. On the surface, the usual words spring to mind – beautiful, exotic, emotional, luxurious and oh so Italian – but beyond that, I’ve never quite been able to focus it down. A lot of cars embody these same qualities, but Maserati seems to want to do it all – sportscars, sedans, SUVs, convertibles, grand tourers, EVs; the lot. And for a relatively small, low-volume carmaker, that’s a tall order.
2025 KTM 250 Adventure review: Calm but capable
KTM’s 250 Adventure has long played second fiddle to the more powerful and better-equipped 390, but for 2025, this entry-level ADV gets a significant upgrade, borrowing not just the engine from the new-gen 250 Duke but also getting a host of premium features. With the recent GST price cuts, the 250 Adventure now costs Rs 8,000 less than its predecessor which makes it even more accessible. Now standing as a more rounded package, is this the best beginner ADV out there?
Honda Shine 100 DX fuel economy tested and explained
100cc commuter bikes are known to be some of the most fuel-efficient vehicles across the entire spectrum of ICE vehicles. We were recently able to spend some extended seat time aboard the Shine 100 DX - the higher variant of the 100cc Honda commuter - and here’s how much fuel economy it returned.
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New Toyota Land Cruiser FJ revealed before Japan Mobility Show debut
Toyota has revealed the new entry point to its Land Cruiser series in the form of the reborn FJ, which stands for Freedom & Joy. The new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ will make its public debut at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show 2025 (starting on October 30), and will go on sale in its home market of Japan by mid-2026.
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📰 International News
📝 Tesla gambles that introducing new models no longer matters
📝 Grab invests in May Mobility as robotaxi startup expands to Southeast Asia
📝 VW to produce as planned at Wolfsburg HQ next week, but uncertainty thereafter, source says
📝 Renault's new Bigster SUV helps it beat third-quarter sales forecast
📝 Rolls-Royce marks 100 years of Phantom with Centenary Private Collection
📝 Tesla shares fall as profit miss spooks investors
📝 Volvo Cars smashes profit forecasts as cost cuts deliver
📝 Tesla recalls 63,619 Cybertrucks over lighting defect, issues software fix
📝 Renault Group Q3 2025 revenue rises 6.8% to €11.4 billion
📝 Waymo to manually test autonomous vehicles at Newark airport
📝 Tesla profit falls short despite record sales, hit by higher costs and fading credits
📝 Baidu expands robotaxi push to Switzerland in PostBus deal
📝 Bentley onboards actor Lucien Laviscount as global brand ambassador
📝 Tata Motors JLR cyber-hack worst in U.K. history that hit 5,000 firms, research finds
📝 Elon Musk outlines Tesla’s autonomous future as Optimus robot and self-driving tech take centre stage
📝 Tesla’s big gamble no longer matters
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