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

GM Canada supports potential tariffs on Chinese EV imports amid market concerns

GM Canada supports potential tariffs on Chinese EV imports amid market concerns

The potential of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports is being welcomed by the Canadian head of General Motors as major producer BYD looks to enter the market. “We’re encouraged by the government’s examination of these issues,” said Kristian Aquilina, president of GM Canada. “Because on the basis of strong competition, a fair playing field, … 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

Anyone want a camper? It’s a buyer’s market for RVs as pandemic-era sales fizzle

Anyone want a camper? It’s a buyer’s market for RVs as pandemic-era sales fizzle

Like a lot of Canadians, Alan Hong and his wife bought a trailer in 2020. Air travel was out of the question because of pandemic restrictions, and it made sense to spend time and money exploring the great outdoors.  But now, they’re looking to get off life on the open road and get back in … 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 sport utility vehicles, motorcycles and scooters in the local market increased in healthy double digits in February, on the back of improved supplies and sustained consumer demand. Sales of commercial vehicles and tractors though remained muted, on a high base and amid a cyclical slowdown in demand. As per industry estimates, passenger vehicle … 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

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