Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates Zetwerk Electronics’ ₹100-crore facility in Bengaluru
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday inaugurated Zetwerk Electronics’ new ₹100-crore manufacturing facility in Bengaluru. The new plant will help strengthen India’s electronics manufacturing for defence, aerospace and automotive sectors. At full capacity, it is expected to create more than 1,200 jobs.  The company expects the plant to reach full production within 18 to 36 months, with room to expand further.
 

Indo-US deal: Indian auto industry don’t see much impact
The Indian auto industry wouldn’t be impacted much by the US-India trade deal, industry sources said on Saturday adding that commitments have been made keeping in mind interests of the country’s growing sector.

AAI ties up with Bharat Taxi, set to offer ‘fairly priced’ airport cabs in 10 cities
The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Taxi, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd., to introduce proposed taxi services at AAI airports. This initiative has been taken with an aim to make last-mile connectivity more predictable and passenger-friendly. AAI stated that the MoU was exchanged by its Chairman, Vipin Kumar. This move is being pushed for “inclusive and passenger-friendly” connectivity for travellers.

Govt's new move to make official vehicle data mirror real-world performance
New Delhi: Come April 2027, carmakers selling vehicles in India will have to comply with testing standards which are stricter and much more aligned with real-world conditions. The government has notified a new global testing standard, which will replace the two decade-old testing standard currently used to certify vehicles.

Tariff relief in US gives Indian auto parts a major export lift
New Delhi : The first phase of the India-US bilateral trade deal will slash the tariffs on Indian automotive components from 50% to a 0-18% range, marking a major win for the industry, although import bills for US buyers of Indian parts remain around 16% higher than a year ago.

Inside India’s used car boom: state-level trends from Cars24 used car market report
Cars24’s nationwide data footprint enables a granular, state-by-state understanding of India’s used car market, helping capture how demand is evolving beyond traditional hubs. Their data from 2025 highlights a clear regional skew in India’s used car market. Demand is not evenly spread but concentrated at the state level, with the South and West emerging as the country’s strongest used car markets. North India continues to consolidate demand across major consumption hubs, while Eastern states, though contributing a smaller share, show stable and sustained transaction activity. South India Emerges as India’s Largest Used Car Market At a regional level, Cars24’s data shows a clear concentration of demand in the southern and western parts of the country. South India emerged as the largest contributor to used car demand in 2025, accounting for approximately 41.5 percent of total transactions. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Kerala together formed this southern cluster.

Mundra Port posts record auto exports, liquid cargo handling in January
Adani Group's Mundra Port in Gujarat has recorded a sharp increase in automobile exports and liquid cargo volumes in January 2026, posting multiple operational records that highlighted the growing role of large, integrated ports in supporting India's trade and export flows.

India-US pact may bring Tesla, Jeep & Harley Davidson closer to Indians—while shielding desi players
 

Renault India wins partial relief as NCDRC slashes ‘extortionary’ Rs 1 lakh fine in Kwid warranty battle
Observing that consumer compensation must be fair, balanced and proportionate to the actual injury suffered, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has reduced the compensation awarded against Renault India Private Limited from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 50,000 in a long-running dispute arising out of denial of warranty repairs to a Renault Kwid car.

Tata Motors PV to hike prices in coming weeks amid rising costs: CEO
 

Lamborghini delivers 252 units of Huracan in India in 12 years
Automobili Lamborghini has delivered its final Huracán supercar in India. The Huracán, which went on sale in India in 2014 replacing the Gallardo as the new entry-point for Lamborghini.

Truck financing on level ground
India’s commercial vehicle industry is at a crucial juncture. Two landmark tax reforms — GST 1.0 in 2017 and GST 2.0 in 2025 — have reshaped not just the economics of trucking but also the competitive dynamics across logistics and finance.

CM Rekha flags off 500 electric buses, Delhi-Panipat bus service
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday flagged off around 500 electric buses and the Delhi-Panipat bus service to mark the BJP-led Government’s first year in office. The Capital’s total electric bus fleet is now over 4,000.

HERE to stay: How HERE Technologies is powering India’s mobility revolution
While most Indian commuters reach for their smartphones to navigate daily traffic, the most critical data guiding their journey often comes from a company they’ve never heard of. HERE Technologies, a global titan in the mapping and location industry, may not be a household name in the B2C space, but has quietly become the ‘brain’ behind the scenes of India’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape.

Top down: Volkswagen Tayron R-Line
Volkswagen India seems to have found its rhythm and it’s doing so with quiet confidence rather than loud announcements. Now, Volkswagen wants to build on that momentum with the launch of the Tayron R-Line, a model that doesn’t just expand its SUV portfolio but also steps in as the brand’s new flagship offering in India. Taking over the mantle from the Tiguan, the Tayron carries a certain weight of expectation. It has to embody Volkswagen’s core values (solid engineering, everyday usability, etc.) all in one package.

TVS Apache RTX 300 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX: Which ADV wins the race to your garage?
TVS Apache RTX 300 arrived in the Indian market as one of the most-awaited adventure motorcycles in the country's sub-300 cc ADV segment. This space has been witnessing a rapid growth in consumer demand, popularity, sales volume and model penetration over the last few years. TVS introduced the ADV to capitalise on that trend. Available at a price range between ₹1.99 lakh and ₹2.34 lakh (ex-showroom), the TVS Apache RTX 300 competes with some capable ADVs, which include the KTM 250 Adventure, Suzuki V-Strom SX, etc.

Why Hyundai hitched its wagon to the ICC as cricket aims to go global
Mumbai: Hyundai Motor Company has returned to the International Cricket Council (ICC) as a premier partner for two years after a decade-long hiatus. This time, the partnership is global, involving the company’s Seoul headquarters. What drove India’s second-largest passenger carmaker to international cricket once again, with a big-bang campaign starring actor Shahrukh Khan? Virat Khullar, head of marketing at Hyundai Motor India, talks to Mint about wooing ‘Gen-MZ’ and what’s changed about cricket in the last decade.

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Can consumers always demand a new car for a defect? National consumer panel gives an answer
Back in 2014, Rajasthan-based Vinay Kumar Mishra purchased a Maruti Suzuki Celerio. After he found “defects” in the brakes of the vehicle, he approached a district consumer commission, which allowed his complaint in July 2019, directing the replacement of the vehicle with a similar model.

Big Six: Yamaha completes the legacy EV grid
With Yamaha India’s launch of the EC-06 last week – priced Rs 1,67,600 and a range of 169 km – the era of electric holdouts amongst legacy two-wheeler players has ended. Now, every member of India’s Big Six – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, and Yamaha – has an EV in its portfolio.

TVS, Bajaj, or Hero? The surprising winner of the Q3 two-wheeler war
Two-wheeler stocks have been in the limelight after the GST cuts from 28% to 18% (for bikes upto 350 cc) coupled with strong festive season sales. The RBI’s efforts to lower rates of interest on loans including auto loans has also helped two-wheeler sales.

True Colours: KTM 390
The KTM 390 Adventure has been labelled as the ‘practical’, ‘accessible’ or even ‘sensible’ pick amongst the three variants on offer. But would you ever associate these words with any KTM? I know I wouldn’t. And by being any of these, is it any less of a KTM?

Honda Dio 125 X-Edition in mind? Here's how much EMI you need to pay every month
Honda has recently launched the Dio 125 X-Edition scooter in the Indian market, which comes as a special edition iteration of the regular Honda Dio 125. The special edition scooter comes priced at ₹87,733 (ex-showroom). The Honda Dio 125 X-Edition comes with only a few cosmetic changes compared to the standard version of the scooter. Beyond that, it remains identical to the H-Smart variant of the regular version of Dio 125. The features, powertrain and specifications of the Honda Dio 125 X-Edition remain the same as the H-Smart trim of the Dio 125.

Barrier-free entry for Harley-Davidson: A marginal but symbolic revolution
Ever since Donald Trump first became US President, India’s high import duty on Harley Davidson motorcycles has been a pet peeve of his against Indian policy. So much so that he called India a “tariff king." It has been clear ever since that any early- harvest trade pact with the US under him would have to let these big bikes vroom their way freely onto Indian streets.

Cheaper Harley imports unlikely to rattle Hero, may dent Enfield margins
 

TVS Jupiter 110 price hike announced; here's how much more you pay from Feb
 

Firing on all cylinders - Bajaj Chetak
 

India-US trade deal: Zero duty for large bikes, to benefit Harley-Davidson
 

India-EU FTA to provide better access to European markets for Indian auto component firms: Icra
The India-EU deal is expected to reshape competitive dynamics and market access on both sides while providing better access to European markets for Indian auto and component exports, aiding the sector's long-term growth prospects, according to a report by Icra. It is expected to give a boost to premium vehicle imports, but have limited disruption to the mass market, it added.

Steelbird International showcases automotive components at ACMA Automechanika 2026
Steelbird International showcased its automotive component portfolio at ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026, held from 5 to 7 February at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka.
 

India-US interim trade pact reflects clear intent to strengthen bilateral manufacturing, supply-chain partnerships: ACMA
New Delhi: The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) on Saturday said the Interim Trade Agreement framework between India and the US reflects a shared commitment to strengthen bilateral trade, manufacturing cooperation, and resilient supply chains between the two economies. Welcoming the framework, the industry body noted that the parallel announcements by the US Administration signal a clear intent to strengthen bilateral manufacturing and supply-chain partnerships.

India-US trade deal: Pact puts auto parts exporters in driver's seat
New Delhi: India's auto component industry is set for a significant boost following the India-US trade deal, with the agreement providing preferential tariff treatment for Indian auto parts exports, including zero-duty access for some products.The joint statement said India will receive a preferential tariff rate quota for automotive parts currently covered under US national security tariffs, creating a pathway for Indian exporters to access the US market at lower or zero duties.

They had previously been affected due to steep tariffs with certain auto components facing duties up to 50%.Vikrampati Singhania, president of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA), said the move signals a clear intent to strengthen bilateral manufacturing and supply chains. "These measures will lead to enhanced export competitiveness, deepen technology collaboration, and reinforce India's role as a trusted partner in resilient global automotive supply chains."Auto component maker Uno Minda said the agreement opens a new phase of export-led growth for the sector. "For Uno Minda, this opens up compelling opportunities to further scale our footprint, strengthen supply-chain agility and expand our contribution to the US market while proudly reinforcing India's position as a world-class manufacturing hub," said Ravi Mehra, MD at Uno Minda.Tenneco India said the reduction in US tariffs will significantly improve the cost competitiveness of India-made components.

"This will significantly enhance the cost competitiveness of our premium products like shock absorbers and exhaust systems in the US market, positioning us to grow our presence, scale volumes, and strengthen integration within the supply networks of American OEMs," said Arvind Chandra, whole-time director and CEO, Tenneco India.Bharat Forge described the deal as a "game changer" for Indian industry, adding that it strengthens India's position in global supply chains.In 2024-25, exports to the US were to the tune of $6.2 billion, while in the first half of this year, it has reached $3.1 billion, according to ACMA.

SDVs, V2V tech & cybersecurity with Spark Minda’s Supratik Roy
In this interview, Supratik Roy, CEO- Emerging Business, Spark Minda shares insights into the rapid transformation of the automotive industry driven by software-defined vehicles (SDVs), connected technologies, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). He explains how vehicles are evolving from hardware-centric machines to software-led platforms, with zonal architectures and central computing units enabling regular updates and new features without requiring new vehicle launches.

Uno Minda bets on tech, distribution and exports to drive aftermarket growth
In this ET Auto interview at ACMA Automechanika, Vishal Kaul, President & Business Head – Aftermarket Division, Uno Minda, shares insights into the company’s product portfolio, growth strategy and key trends shaping India’s auto aftermarket. He highlights Automechanika as a critical platform for industry engagement, innovation discovery and customer interaction, reflecting the evolving dynamics of the aftermarket ecosystem.

US-India trade deal offers auto exporters relief, but tariff fog remains
 

Swap logic: How Battery Smart built a Rs 279 crore EV business
Pulkit Khurana and Siddharth Sikka did not arrive at Battery Smart through a single flash of insight. The idea emerged gradually, shaped by time spent with drivers and fleet operators, listening to what slowed them down. Across cities, millions of e-rickshaws were running on lead-acid batteries that demanded hours of charging every night, frequent replacements, and regular maintenance. The costs were not abstract. Downtime meant lost income, day after day.

Indian refiners avoid Russian oil purchase in push for US trade deal
Indian refiners are avoiding Russian oil purchases for delivery in April and are expected to stay away from such trades for longer, refining and trade sources said, a move that could help New Delhi seal a trade pact with Washington.

Buying oil from US is in India’s strategic interests: Piyush Goyal
India’s plan to buy crude oil, LNG and LPG from the United States is driven by strategic energy diversification rather than any obligation under the proposed bilateral trade agreement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday, underlining that purchasing decisions will continue to rest with Indian companies.

No clear ‘Yes’ from India on stopping Russian oil post-US tariff rollback
India on Saturday offered no clear answer on whether it plans to stop buying crude oil from Russia, even after the United States rolled back a punitive 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods that had been imposed over New Delhi’s purchases of Russian petroleum products. 

US crude over Russian oil? How Trump’s 25% tariff cut is forcing a massive shift for Indian refiners
India is set to gradually pare back its crude oil purchases from Russia following an understanding reached with the United States that helped ease trade tensions between the two countries. While the shift marks a significant policy signal, the transition is expected to be measured rather than abrupt, given the operational realities of India’s refining sector.

US panel to monitor India's oil import from Russia, says Trump's executive order
In January, India imported around 297,000 barrels per day (bpd) from the US, compared to 293,000 bpd a year ago. It reached a high of 568,000 bpd in November.

India's Russian oil buy to dwindle, some irreplaceable imports to continue for now
Source Credit: The Tribune

India is likely to begin scaling back its crude oil purchases from Russia under an agreement reached with the United States in exchange for lower trade tariffs, sources said, adding that these imports will continue for now, as refiners like Nayara Energy have limited alternatives.

ONGC opens 4,000-seat convention centre in Goa, eyes Filmfare-scale events
 

India-US deal: Cost, crude quality may delay gains from US energy upside
 

Delhi air quality slightly improves, AQI level at 196
The air quality in the national capital showed slight improvement, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) level at 196 in the 'moderate' category at 7 am on Sunday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Kia Seltos Petrol Automatic real-world fuel economy tested, explained
The new-generation Kia Seltos has grown in size, and feels like a clear step-up over the version it replaces. It continues with the same engine options - a 115hp 1.5-litre petrol, a 160hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and a 116hp 1.5-litre diesel, all of which are available with manual and automatic gearbox options. 

Kia Seltos Petrol Automatic real-world fuel economy tested, explained
The Honda Shine 100 DX is the more premium iteration of Honda's entry-level 100cc commuter, bringing meaningful upgrades like tubeless tyres, a larger fuel tank, and a digital display. Priced at Rs 69,694 (ex-showroom, Delhi), it represents the straightforward, no-nonsense approach that still dominates India's two-wheeler market. If you're considering the Shine 100 DX, here's what makes it a compelling choice and the one aspect that could be improved.

Stellantis-backed ACC drops plans for Italian, German gigafactories, union says
The Stellantis-backed Automotive Cells Company (ACC) told unions it had dropped plans to build gigafactories in both Italy and Germany, the Italian metalworkers' union UILM ⁠said in a statement on Saturday.

Stellantis plunges on $27 billion bill for EV pullback
Stellantis announced 22.2 billion euros ($26.5 billion) of charges on Friday as it scales back its ⁠electric-vehicle ambitions, hammering its shares as traditional automakers pay the price of misjudging the switch to cleaner driving. The move is the biggest in a series of writedowns, including at Ford and General Motors, as some automakers pull back from EVs in response to the Trump administration rolling back subsidies and weaker-than-expected demand.

Global carmakers book $55 billion hit from EV rollback
Global carmakers have booked some $55 billion in writedowns in the past year as they scale back electric vehicle ambitions on a tough ⁠US market under President Donald Trump, price wars in China and a more complex mix of vehicle types in Europe. The latest to join the growing pile is Jeep-to-Fiat owner Stellantis, which revealed charges of around 22.2 billion euros ($26.5 billion) in the second half of 2025, dragging its shares down over 20 per cent to six year lows.

Automakers pull back on Super Bowl ads amid high costs, tariffs and EV sales woes
Automakers are largely absent from Super Bowl advertising this year amid uncertainty in the US automotive industry, including sales, tariffs, and regulations, according to a report by CNBC.