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EV car sales nearly double in July; two-wheeler demand slips: FADA data

Passenger EV sales surged 93% YoY in July 2025, even as electric two-wheeler volumes fell 4.3% due to production cuts and soft demand, FADA data showed

No production impact from rare earth magnet shortage: Tata Motors CFO

In an earnings call, he said teams are working to sort out the problem and the company is continuing to de-risk itself, and is confident of de-risking itself completely

PM E-drive subsidy scheme extended for 2 years for certain segments

Govt extends EV subsidy scheme for e-trucks, buses, ambulances and charging infra till March 2028; support for e-2Ws, e-rickshaws and e-3Ws to end by March 2026

Govt body NRDC suggests mandatory policy framework for zero emissions

ZEV credits will be calculated based on the difference between the ZEV-mandated requirements and the number of vehicles sold by the manufacturer

Build competitiveness, diversify export markets amid US tariff scare: ACMA

ACMA says US tariffs on select Indian imports, including auto parts, present short-term challenges but highlight the need for improved competitiveness and export diversity

Auto sales fall 4.3% in July, hurt by Trump tariffs, IT job cuts, rains

Two-wheeler sales contract 6.5% as Indian auto industry 'applies the brakes': Fada

US tariffs pose near-term challenges for auto component makers: ACMA

ACMA is confident that the long-standing and strategic trade relationship between India and the US will serve as a strong foundation for continued dialogue and resolution

Auto sales fall 4% in July; PV, two-wheeler demand drags retail volumes

Passenger vehicle and two-wheeler sales saw Y-o-Y declines in July even as tractor sales rose 11% and commercial vehicle demand held steady, says Fada

Two-thirds of petrol vehicle owners oppose government's E20 fuel mandate

Survey highlights mileage drop and cost concerns among older vehicle owners; industry urges phased transition to higher ethanol blends

SUN Mobility rewires old scooters for a green electric second life

Retrofit push targets India's 200 million ICE scooters; eyes expansion in Africa and Southeast Asia

Vietnamese auto major VinFast inaugurates EV assembly unit in Thoothukudi

The plant was inaugurated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin. VinFast Tamil Nadu is the company's third operational plant and the fifth project in its global manufacturing network

Move over incentives, time for 'soft' mandates on EVs: Niti Aayog

The Aayog suggested the initial mandates be limited to only a certain segment of the vehicle fleet and need not be extremely stringent to begin with to avoid any strong backlash

Bumpy road ahead? US tariffs likely to weigh on auto parts makers

An Icra report indicated that India was at a disadvantage to rivals like Japan, Vietnam, and Indonesia

Jaguar Land Rover names Tata Motors CFO PB Balaji as CEO, replacing Mardell

Last week, a spokesperson for JLR said Mardell would step down after being at the helm for three years

NITI Aayog pitches for National EV policy with clear targets, timelines

The report called for establishing a National EV policy with clear targets and timelines, and a regulatory framework with phased EV mandates

Delhi, Maharashtra, Chandigarh lead in NITI's Electric Mobility Index

According to the Aayog, Delhi, Maharashtra and Chandigarh have emerged as frontrunners in the overall IEMI score, reflecting the robust ecosystems

Tesla to open second India showroom in Delhi's Aerocity on Aug 11: Report

Tesla will open its second showroom in India at Delhi's Aerocity on August 11, following its Mumbai launch and Model Y debut

Cleaner fuel, lower mileage: Will ethanol blend hurt your car engines?

Ethanol can promote corrosion of metal components, and strip deposits from fuel systems, potentially clogging filters and lines. So higher the blend, higher the chances of old engines getting affected

From Mahindra to Hyundai: Upcoming 7-seater SUVs set to launch in India

The 7-seater segment is expected to grow in the coming years. The growth will be accelerated by the launch of new models in 2025-26. Let's look at the upcoming 7-seater vehicles in India

Tesla launches first charging station in India at BKC, Mumbai: Details here

Tesla first charging facility in Mumbai features superchargers and AC stalls; three more charging locations to open in Mumbai this quarter