Top Indian Automobile Industry News & Updates - 10 Sep 2025,Wednesday
🏢 Industry
Dividend stocks: Force Motors, 12 others go ex-dividend; full list
New Delhi: D-Street investors looking to earn passive gains on their investments may keep an eye on the shares of Force Motors, Gujarat State Petronet, Astra Microwave Products, Campus Activewear, Indobell Insulations, Kitex Garments, Credo Brands Marketing, PNB Gilts, Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores, Share India Securities, Sigma Solve, and ZR2 Bioenergy, as these companies have announced dividend rewards for their shareholders.
Automobile dealers urge PM to resolve issues on compensation cess
New Delhi: Automobile dealers have written to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resolve the issue of compensation cess before September 22 when the GST 2.0 kicks off and urged for a meeting too, to explain their dilemma. The dealers have also written Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the subject. In a letter to the PM, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has urged that balance lying in compensation cess credit ledger as on September 21, 2025 may be allowed to be transferred to IGST/ CGST credit ledger.
India needs 22% jump in EV sales over 5 yrs to hit 2030 target: NITI Aayog report
New Delhi : India will need to increase electric vehicle (EV) adoption by more than 22 per cent over the next five years to meet the government's goal of 30 per cent EV penetration by 2030, a new report by NITI Aayog has said.
JLR, Bajaj Auto to pass on GST reduction benefits to consumers
Mumbai: British luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover will pass the full GST reduction benefits to consumers from September 9. Prices will be slashed between ₹4,50,000 and ₹30,04,000 across the entire portfolio of Range Rover, Defender, and Discovery brands.
Skilling key to building resilience in automotive sector, says white paper
Chennai: With the automotive industry undergoing a ‘seismic shift’, organisations need to treat skilling as a strategic necessity to remain competitive, according to a white paper from CreamCollar, a deeptech company in Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) transformation, in collaboration with the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC).
Festive bonanza for car buyers: Kia, MG Motor among automakers announcing discounts after GST rate cuts
Car manufacturers — Kia India and MG Motor have also joined the trend of slashing the prices of their vehicles as GST reforms are set to be implemented on September 22, 2025.
GST 2.0’s bumpy ride: Stuck with old stock, car dealers face Rs 2,500 crore loss in cess
Car GST Rate Cut: An empty car showroom with barely any buyers, hassled managers looking to clear the stocks in their inventory, struggling to explain the math behind the car pricing that simply doesn’t align with the rate reductions promised under GST 2.0, at least for now — these were the common scenes at several outlets of key automakers in Delhi — the country’s biggest car market. While customers have been coming in with queries in anticipation of deep discounts after the tax rate reduction under GST 2.0, they are in for some disappointment as the transitional issues for dealers have resulted in hurdles in the full pass through of the benefits.
Better infrastructure, pricing clarity essential for EV adoption: Industry experts
Auto retail sales grow just 2.84% in Aug; strong recovery expected in Sept on GST reforms
Festive fervour to lift car sales as GST cuts, price drops boost buyer sentiment
Mahindra's August sales see slight decline; exports increase marginally
Minister gifts grandson a Tesla, terms it green inspiration
Maharashtra’s transport dreams are racing ahead at bullet speed — from Nitin Gadkari showcasing hydrogen-fuel cell cars and flash-charging buses in Nagpur, to futuristic aerial pods and hyperloop promises that could shrink the Mumbai-Pune journey to just 25 minutes. But the State’s latest headline stealer is Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, who has become the first Indian to buy Tesla’s Model Y from the company’s brand-new Mumbai showroom — gifting the ₹62-lakh electric SUV to his grandson for the school run, hoping it sparks inspiration for green driving.
📝 GST 2.0: Rate cuts to boost auto demand, ancillary industries and jobs, says Heavy Industries Ministry
📝 Hyundai’s EV charging network delivers 2.3 mn units of clean energy, cuts 1.6 mn Kg CO2 emissions
📝 India revs up alternate EV motor tests as China curbs rare earths exports
📝 Pralhad Joshi to inaugurate advanced EV testing facility in Kolkata
📝 Auto stocks add $33 billion in market value on GST relief
📝 World EV Day: Madhya Pradesh CM pitches state as future EV hub, announces incentives and EV promotion board
📝 TaMo, M&M lead auto rally with price cuts seen driving demand
📝 Compensation cess accumulated in auto companies books to lapse on September 22: Official
📝 Trump’s 50% tariff on India won’t last long: CNH CEO
📝 Auto recap, Sept 9: Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara crash tested, JLR cars become cheaper, Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV teased,
📝 World EV Day special: Volkswagen to Mercedes-Benz show EV concepts IAA Mobility. These would come to India
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🚗 ICE Car/SUV
Suzuki to launch flex-fuel cars in India in FY26, boost biogas ties with dairy cooperatives
Suzuki says production of flex fuel vehicles in India to commence in FY26
Business Standard
📝 Honda Cars, Jeep India to cut vehicle prices from Sep 22
📝 Kia India passes full GST benefit: Model-wise savings up to Rs 4.48 lakh
📝 Citroën Basalt gets a makeover and the additional bit of added tech
📝 Maruti Suzuki outlines ‘ABCD’ mantra to bridge skills gap in auto sector
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Electric Car/SUV
VinFast makes its landmark debut with launch of made-in-India premium electric SUVS VF 6 and VF 7
📝 Suzuki e Vitara scores 4 stars in Euro NCAP crash test
📝 Hyundai Concept Three electric hatchback unveiled at IAA Mobility
📝 Vinfast VF6 vs MG Windsor EV: Price, specs and features comapred
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🚗 Luxury
BMW iX3 breaks cover with 805km range, first Neue Klasse EV
BMW has unveiled an all-new electric vehicle (EV) at the ongoing IAA Mobility Show in Munich, Germany. Called the BMW iX3, its first production model to be underpinned by the Neue Klasse platform. Besides a new architecture, BMW also adopts a brand new design language which significantly differs from the brand’s current design philosophy.
Mercedes-Benz calls India a 'priority market', vows to keep investing despite impending EU-India FTA
Mercedes to keep investing in ‘priority market’ India
JLR slashes Defender, Range Rover and Discovery prices by up to ₹30.4 lakh after GST rate cut
Jaguar Land Rover to cut model prices by up to ₹30.4 lakh
The Hindu Business Line
📝 GST 2.0 effect: JLR India cuts prices by up to ₹30.4 lakh
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⛟ Commercial Vehicles
NHEV & Transvolt to deploy 1000 electric trucks
New Delhi: A technical trial focused on commercialisation of e-trucks, which was started on the World EV Day last year from Chennai, reached its rollout milestone on Tuesday with an impressive outcome of deploying 1000 e-trucks at various freight routes across India. Technology piloting agency Ease of Doing Business had initiated the commercial prototyping of e-trucks in participation along with electric truck fleet operator Transvolt Mobility.
BharatBenz trucks transported by rail from Singaperumal Koil near Chennai to Faruknagar in Haryana
Chennai: Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), manufacturers of BharatBenz trucks, for the first time has used the rail network to move its brand new vehicles to the northern market rather than driving them thousands of kms. Two years ago, a trial run was done with one truck, C Muthu, President & Chief of Operations & Logistics, DICV.
📝 SML Isuzu shares in focus as August sales nosedive 15%
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🎤 Interviews & Features
India’s chip mission: Higher stakes call for a closer look at trade-offs
India’s government is ready to embark on the second phase of its National Semiconductor Mission (NSM) with a potential outlay of $20 billion, as reported by Mint. While it aims to catalyse the setting up of ancillary units for our fledgling chip-making industry, policy incentives need to be designed prudently to deliver outcomes that balance two key challenges.
VinFast India entry: $500 mn Tamil Nadu EV plant to power global exports
In this exclusive interview with ET Auto, Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, shares the company’s vision to make India an EV export hub with its new Tamil Nadu plant. The Vietnam-based carmaker has committed $500 million in initial investment in the country, with an aim to scale up production to 50,000 EVs annually for both India and overseas markets. The conversation focuses on VinFast’s manufacturing and export strategy from India, covering Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Mauritius, Bhutan, Middle East, and Africa. Besides planning for 15,000 EV charging stations and free-charging policy, the EV maker has set its eye on expanding into two-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and the clean energy segment. As sales volume grows, the company is also targeting 100–300 dealerships across the country.
MG Windsor EV: The EV in focus
Explore an in‑depth long‑term review of the MG Windsor EV—India’s fastest‑selling electric crossover utility vehicle—with a dynamic sales chart showcasing its meteoric rise. Since launching in October 2024, the Windsor has achieved over 35,000 units sold by July 2025, averaging around 3,510 units per month and peaking at a record 4,308 units in July alone, making it the #1 EV in India for ten consecutive months. Its success has helped JSW‑MG command approximately 31% of the EV market by March 2025, positioning it just behind Tata’s 38% share. Watch this video to find out what makes this EV so special!
World EV Day Special: Mahindra Treo Plus Review | Price, Range, Subsidy & Real-World Test Ride
Source Credit: Syed Shazil Hussain, The Economic Times (Video)
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🏗 Construction & Agriculture
Can withstand US tariffs, says CNH CEO
New Delhi: Agricultural Equipment Maker CNH can continue supplying the US market for more than six months without fresh shipments from India, even as steep tariffs complicate trade flows, CEO Gerrit Marx said on Tuesday.
US exports paused, India investments continue: CNH CEO Gerrit Marx
How Hyundai CE India is making mini excavators more affordable
📝 CNH plans new India plant to reach double digit tractor share
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🏍 EV/ICE Two Wheelers
Hero Xoom 160 sales commence in India: The wait is over
Hero MotoCorp, after a series of delays, has commenced the sale of the Xoom 160 maxiscooter in India. The new Hero Xoom 160 takes on a rival in the segment that started the new segment in India – Yamaha Aerox 155 – and also marks the debut of a new liquid-cooled engine in a scooter for the automaker.
Yamaha Motor announces price cut to pass on GST rate reduction benefit
Yamaha Motor announces price cut to pass on GST rate reduction benefit
Business Standard
TVS invests ₹100 cr in NTorq 150 launch, eyes festive scooter demand
📝 Bajaj Auto to pass on GST rate reduction to customers across motorcycle, three-wheeler range
📝 Royal Enfield announces price cut from September 22; New GST rates make iconic 350cc range more affordable
📝 GST bonanza set to make FY26 a record year for auto industry: TVS Motor official
📝 TVS Motors pins hope on a festive market bonanza
📝 Eicher Motors shares up 22% in a month. Will GST-led premiumisation drive further upside?
📝 Royal Enfield's Flying Flea announces first flagship store in Paris, will be inaugurated in 2026
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⚙ Components
Samvardhana Motherson’s growth play: From autos to electronics and aerospace
Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd laid out its ambitious Vision 2030 at its 5 September analyst meet. After clocking $25.7 billion in revenues in FY25, well short of its $36 billion aim, the company is now targeting $108 billion in revenues and a 40% return on capital employed (RoCE), up from 18.4% in FY25, by the end of the decade.
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🌇 Allied Industries
India's new EV charging app may put grievance redressal job on charge point operators
New Delhi: India's new electric vehicle (EV) charging application will place the onus on addressing consumer grievances on charge point operators, according to two persons aware of the development. The ministry of heavy industries (MHI), Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL), and unified payments interface (UPI) maker National Payments Corp. of India (NPCI), are currently developing the app.
Ceat: 3 big reasons why brokerages see Camso deal as gamechanger?
Ceat has recently acquired the Camso brand from Michelin for $225 million. Camso is focused on the construction of compact tyres and tracks with an estimated revenue run rate of $130-150 million, at 50% utilisation. It has an addressable market of $2 billion. But how is it likely to impact the company’s earnings? There are some near-term concerns, but most agree on the long-term positives.
📝 Lumax to open first China office before end of 2025
📝 IESA welcomes GST 2.0 battery move; seeks lower tax on EV parts and charging services
📝 Bolt.Earth partners with Youdha on home EV charging solutions
📝 Auto industry shifts to software-driven mobility with AI at core: Capgemini Report
📝 Netradyne launches driver monitoring and drowsiness detection systems in India
📝 Renault Nissan Tech & Business Centre India appoints Dr Vikraman V as Chief of Renault Engineering
📝 Engaged with Govt on reducing input cost for making steel, says Indian Steel Association Secy General
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🌢 Fuels, Lubricants
Nexgen Energia announces nationwide expansion of Multi-Fuel stations as facilater of leading Oil & Gas PSUs.
New Delhi, 09 September 2025: Nexgen Energia Ltd. (NGE), a clean and green energy company, has unveiled plans to set up a wide network of Petrol, Diesel, CNG/CBG, and EV charging stations across India. The move strengthens NGE’s collaboration with leading Oil & Gas PSUs and supports the Government of India’s vision for sustainable mobility, carbon reduction, and wider energy access ( www.ngepetroleum.com).
ChargeZone acquires Zerovolt’s flagship Wadala charging facility
In a significant development, ChargeZone, the country’s largest charge point operator (CPO), has acquired Zerovolt’s flagship Wadala charging facility in Mumbai in an all-cash deal for an undisclosed amount.
Tata Power, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility unveil mega EV charging hub
World EV Day: Tata Motors, Tata Power join hands to launch new charging hub at Mumbai Airport
The Financial Express
📝 Rajasthan’s mining and petroleum potential poised for growth, says T Ravikant, Principal Secy, Mines & Petroleum Department
📝 ChargeZone launches loyalty programme for EV users
📝 Oil gains despite OPEC+ planning to boost output
📝 Oil prices up almost 2% amid Israeli attacks on Qatar
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📖 Magazines
Cheapest automatic SUVs in India under Rs 10 lakh
With increasing congestion on our roads, there’s no denying the ease of operation and comfort that automatic cars and SUVs allow, especially in urban spaces. If you are in the market for a compact petrol automatic SUV for city use, there’s no dearth of options either. What’s nice is that carmakers are now offering automatic gearbox options across most of the line-up of a particular vehicle, so there’s something to fit every budget. Here, we have listed the cheapest automatic SUVs under Rs 10 lakh that are currently available in India.
Top 6 things to know before buying a Suzuki Burgman
The Suzuki Burgman has been around for quite some time. It kickstarted the pseudo maxi-scooter format in India. It has been received very well in our markets, which is largely down to its spacious seat and road presence compared to conventional scooters.
New GST rates to slash Mahindra, Tata car prices by up to Rs 1.5 lakh
The recent new GST rates on cars will see prices drop after September 22, which is when GST 2.0 comes into effect. Since the announcement on September 3, many carmakers announced the passing on of GST benefits to buyers. So far, Tata, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Skoda, Mahindra, Nissan, Renault, Jeep and MG Motors have announced price cuts across their line-ups. Here’s how much you could save on your new car after September 22.
Suzuki Hayabusa special edition revealed overseas
Suzuki has revealed a new special edition version of its legendary hyperbike - the Hayabusa - internationally. This special edition Hayabusa comes in a striking new colourway and remains mechanically identical to the standard model.
First Royal Enfield Flying Flea showroom to open in Paris in 2026
Royal Enfield is working on bringing its Flying Flea brand for electric two-wheelers to market next year. As part of that, the company has announced during Paris Design Week that the first dedicated Flying Flea showroom will be set up in Paris, France come early 2026.
New Porsche Macan successor to use front-biased 4WD system
Porsche is working on the replacement of the combustion-powered Macan, whose production is set to end globally in 2026. Known internally as the Porsche M1, the new SUV will be sold alongside the Macan EV. Rivals upon launch will include the likes of the Mercedes GLC and BMW X3.
Triumph Trident 800 spotted testing for the first time
Of late, while the Bajaj-made 400cc Triumph models have been causing all the hullabaloo, the UK-based marque is also working on other platforms in the background. The latest large-capacity model on the anvil from Triumph appears to be the Trident 800 - a neo-retro roadster sharing its engine and chassis parts with the Tiger Sport 800 tall-rounder.
Mercedes C Class EV teased ahead of its 2026 reveal
Mercedes-Benz dropped the first-ever teaser of its upcoming electric C Class sedan at the Munich motor show in Germany. Slated for debut in 2026, the Mercedes C Class EV will go against the BMW i3, also bound for next year.
Mercedes denies BMW engine tie-up rumours
Mercedes-Benz CTO and board member Markus Schaefer has dismissed reports that the company could source engines from BMW, calling speculation “not true” and reaffirming the brand’s commitment to its own powertrain family.
Munich motor show: Hyundai Concept Three previews electric hatchback
Hyundai presented its new Concept Three model, which previews an electric hatchback set to enter production in 2026, at the ongoing IAA Mobility (or Munich motor show) in Germany. The Hyundai Concept Three will most likely spawn the Ioniq 3 EV, but officials have told Autocar UK that the Ioniq 2 and Ioniq 4 names remain a possibility. The current global Ioniq lineup comprises the 5, 5 N Line, 5 N and 9 SUVs, as well as the 6 sedan.
Kawasaki Versys models get discounts of up to Rs 1.1 lakh
Following yesterday’s announcement of discounts on the Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja 1100SX, Kawasaki India has now rolled out attractive cashback offers across its Versys lineup, which includes the Versys X-300, Versys 650, and Versys 1100. The offer is valid until the end of the month and is subject to availability at your local dealership.
Why BMW is shrinking its grilles
Few design debates have polarised car fans like BMW’s oversized kidney grilles. For the past decade, BMW doubled down on ever-larger front ends, despite criticism from traditionalists. The reason? China – BMW’s single largest market.
World EV day special: Epic electric features by Autocar India
Electric vehicles have skyrocketed in significance over the past decade, particularly in response to global issues like climate change and pollution. EVs require no fossil fuels to run, and therefore emit zero harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. To promote the adoption of EVs, September 9 was designated ‘World EV Day’ five years ago by sustainability-focused companies Green.TV and ABB Group, and is recognised worldwide.
Which Citroen Basalt X variant should you consider buying?
Citroen India rejigged the Basalt variant lineup in September 2025, adding an 'X' suffix as well as new features. It is now called the Citroen Basalt X, and due to the new GST rates on cars, the prices of the coupe SUV have also fallen significantly. Continue reading, as we have detailed below variant-wise Basalt X prices, powertrain options and features. There's a variant recommendation, too, so that you can make a well-informed decision.
CFMoto 750SR-S unveiled with 110hp inline-four engine
CFMoto has unveiled the 750SR-S, a fully-faired middleweight sportbike that now sits at the top of the brand’s ‘Sport Racing’ category. It joins the Chinese manufacturer’s extensive portfolio above the 675SR-R, which we rode earlier this year at Portimao.
Neue Klasse innovations to flow across entire BMW line-up
BMW’s much anticipated Neue Klasse platform which was unveiled in the form of the iX3 at the 2025 Munich Mobility show is a peek into tech to come from the Bavarian brand. According to Jochen Goller, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG for Customer, Brands and Sales, the breakthrough technologies being developed for the new platform is not just for EVs but will be rolled out rolled out across the entire BMW range, including combustion and hybrid cars.
Bajaj and KTM bikes under 350cc to get cheaper with GST cut
Bajaj Auto has announced it will pass on the complete benefit of the recent GST reduction to customers across its eligible motorcycle and three-wheeler range, effective September 22. This follows the government’s decision to lower GST from 28 percent to 18 percent for motorcycles under 350cc. However, bikes above 350cc will now attract a higher tax rate of 40 percent under the revised regime.
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📰 International
Tesla’s market share drops to the lowest in US since 2017
Tesla‘s U.S. market share dropped to a near eight-year low in August as buyers chose electric vehicles from a growing stable of rivals over the aging lineup offered by CEO Elon Musk’s company, according to data from research firm Cox Automotive shared exclusively with Reuters.
📝 Volkswagen to invest up to a billion euros in AI by end of decade
📝 Germany should be leading, not trailing, auto sector in future, Merz says
📝 Leapmotor CEO says global sales to hit 1 mn in 2026, 4 mn within a decade
📝 Europe's BEV sales expected to exceed half of new light vehicle sales by 2032: Reports
📝 What plans have major automakers announced at the Munich auto show?
📝 Automakers debut new EVs, affordable models at Munich car show
📝 From fuel lines to plug-ins: Ethiopia’s bold electric car shift
📝 BYD warns of shake-out in Chinese car industry amid crackdown on price wars
📝 Hyundai factory raid in Georgia leads to detention of hundreds of South Korean engineers
📝 China's BYD to produce all EVs for Europe locally by 2028
📝 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV teased at IAA Mobility ahead of 2026 reveal
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