Demand in slow lane, Auto Inc deploys discounts to clear inventory gridlock

Demand in slow lane, Auto Inc deploys discounts to clear inventory gridlock

New Delhi: Car discounts have doubled from August last year and are likely to stay high through the festive season, till end of December, as carmakers and dealers rush to liquidate a huge pile-up of inventory amid slowing sales. From market leader Maruti Suzuki to Hyundai, Tata Motors, Skoda and Honda – they are all … Read more

Mahindra Group to invest Rs 37,000 crore in auto sector, plans to launch 23 new vehicles by 2030

Mahindra Group to invest Rs 37,000 crore in auto sector, plans to launch 23 new vehicles by 2030

Mahindra Group has announced a massive investment plan of Rs 37,000 crore over the next three years, with a significant portion dedicated to the auto sector. Anish Shah, the Managing Director and CEO, revealed that the company aims to introduce 23 new vehicles by 2030. This ambitious plan includes the launch of nine internal combustion … Read more

money: Markets moving away from consumption themes to investment themes: Manish Sonthalia

money: Markets moving away from consumption themes to investment themes: Manish Sonthalia

“Except for oil and gas and metals, I think we stand good as far as the earnings growth is concerned. It will broadly be 13% to 15% sort of earnings growth for this quarter sectorally except for metals and oil and gas,” says Manish Sonthalia, CIO, Emkay Investment Manager.How are you observing the markets right … Read more

Sales of cars, sedans, utility vehicles see their best-ever February

Sales of cars, sedans, utility vehicles see their best-ever February

Sales of cars, sedans and utility vehicles in the local market increased in healthy double-digits to their best-ever level for the month of February at 373,177 units on back of better supplies and sustained consumer demand. As per industry estimates this is an increase of 11.3% over 335,324 units sold in the same period last … Read more

Neo middle class will take India, mobility sector to new heights: PM

Neo middle class will take India, mobility sector to new heights: PM

India has a new aspiring middle class of 250 million people who will fuel growth, also in the mobility sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his address at the inaugural edition of the Bharat Mobility Show, adding that automobile and auto component makers have a big role to play in realising their needs and … Read more

FASTag’s Rs 40,000 Cr benefit to economy: Modi’s big announcement for truck drivers

FASTag’s Rs 40,000 Cr benefit to economy: Modi’s big announcement for truck drivers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the inaugural ceremony of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024, hailing the progress of the Indian auto sector and urging further innovation and global collaboration. He also took a walk-through of the Expo, which showcases India’s capabilities across the mobility and automotive value chains.He recalled his focus on electric … Read more

India’s new aspiring middle class to fuel economy, mobility sector growth: PM Modi at Bharat Mobility Show

India’s new aspiring middle class to fuel economy, mobility sector growth: PM Modi at Bharat Mobility Show

India has a new aspiring middle class of 250 million people who will fuel growth, also in the mobility sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his address at the inaugural edition of the Bharat Mobility Show, adding that automobile and auto component makers have a big role to play in realising their needs and … Read more

India’s goal of achieving 15% share of natural gas by 2030: A myth or reality?

India’s goal of achieving 15% share of natural gas by 2030: A myth or reality?

This article is authored by Vaibhav Kaushik, CEO & Co-founder, NawgatiIndia’s ambitious target of achieving a 15% share of natural gas in its energy mix by 2030 has sparked debates, especially within the auto sector. While this goal represents a significant shift towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, the automotive industry’s role and response … Read more

Auto companies log best-ever November sales on robust festive demand

Auto companies log best-ever November sales on robust festive demand

Passenger vehicle (PV) sales in the domestic market grew in single digits last month, on a high base, to the highest-yet levels recorded for the month of November, driven by robust consumer demand during the festivals in the first two weeks. The annual growth rate in wholesale despatches from factories to dealerships moderated to 3.7% … Read more

Auto news: Auto sector to see moderate growth in FY24, uneven monsoon’s impact on rural demand a concern: ICRA

Auto news: Auto sector to see moderate growth in FY24, uneven monsoon’s impact on rural demand a concern: ICRA

India’s domestic automobile industry is expected to record moderate growth in volumes in FY24, but a sustained recovery in demand sentiments remains to be seen, amid concerns over the impact of an uneven monsoon on rural demand, ratings agency ICRA said on Tuesday. The industry has been on a comeback trail over the past two … Read more