Exclusive First Drive: 2025 Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara Suzuki’s electric era begins with a familiar badge — the all-new e-Vitara, unveiled globally in Milan and built proudly in India. UK-based Auto journalist Shahzad Sheikh delivers the world’s first drive impressions from London for us, offering a glimpse of what’s next for Suzuki’s electrified future. The …
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Porsche’s once-relentless push toward full electrification has lost traction. What began as a bold march into an all-electric future has now evolved into a strategic reset — one that prioritises profitability, engineering excellence, and market realism over corporate zeal. The first signs of trouble appeared in mid-2024, when CEO Oliver Blume admitted that “luxury …
All eyes are now on November 6, 2025—a date to watch—as the government prepares to float a fresh round of e-bus tenders under the revamped FAME framework. The move is being closely monitored by the industry, not just for the size of the order book but for the structural changes it might introduce. However, …
Charging Ahead? Not Quite. Why India’s E-Bus Revolution Faces an OEM Roadblock Read More »
France-based Renault Group (RG) has confirmed it will acquire the remaining 51% stake in Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) from Japan-based Nissan Motor Corp. This means that RG will have 100% ownership of the manufacturing facility in Chennai. It marks a pivotal shift in the French automaker’s international business strategy, as India is …
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As Tesla car sales globally are faltering due to factors like increased competition, Elon Musk’s political activities, and concerns about the company’s future, entering a new market is one of the logical strategies. It is no secret that US-based EV maker Tesla has been exploring the Indian market since 2016 but has not committed to …
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EV landscape in India The challenges the government and industry face today are crucial as domestic and foreign players seek a level playing field. Meanwhile, India needs to attract investment, boost innovation, and achieve its 30% EV penetration target by 2030 with industry-friendly policies and actions. Chandan Basu Mallik writes that creating a level playing …
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Introduction The situation around electric carmaker Tesla’s entry into the Indian market is complex, with multiple factors influencing its decision, writes Chandan Basu Mallik It is no secret that Austin, Texas, US-based Tesla has been toying with selling EVs in India for the last couple of years. Businessman, entrepreneur, and the world’s richest person according …
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Jaguar’s recent rebranding and electrification strategy, particularly its commitment to becoming a fully electric brand by 2025/26, has sparked significant debate within the automotive community. While it’s clear that the company is attempting to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing market, there are several key concerns and challenges that stakeholders, analysts, and …
ICE to pure EVs: Will Jaguar’s ambitious rebranding business model work? Read More »
Global Automotive Updates Nissan-Honda merger talks failed, and Nissan now seeks a new partner The failure of the Nissan-Honda merger talks has significant implications for the automotive industry. Nissan now seeks a new partner to navigate the changing market dynamics in the Auto world. Large corporate mergers and acquisitions can be a complex and intriguing …
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Family Travel Made Easy: Important Dos and Don’ts When Traveling with Kids By Chandan Basu Mallik Stay safe on the road: Safety should always be the priority when traveling with kids. The driver should ensure everyone is wearing seatbelts and that car seats are correctly installed. In India, children under 18 are allowed to sit …
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