Mahindra, Kia, Toyota Kirloskar Motor steer clear of slow lane

Mahindra, Kia, Toyota Kirloskar Motor steer clear of slow lane

New Delhi: Only three out of 15-odd passenger vehicle makers in India recorded sales growth in the first half of this fiscal year, underscoring continued weak consumer sentiment and sluggish demand in the world’s third-largest automobile market. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Kia India reported higher sales, while others including the top … Read more

Nitin Gadkari asks automakers to make flex fuel vehicles more acceptable to public

Nitin Gadkari asks automakers to make flex fuel vehicles more acceptable to public

Road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari, on Tuesday, chaired a review meeting with representatives of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam) to discuss the readiness of the automobile industry for ethanol and flex fuels. Discussions were held on readiness of the industry to launch flex engine vehicles that can run on ethanol in … Read more

It’s an automatic shift! Car buyers changing gear fast for smooth drive

It’s an automatic shift! Car buyers changing gear fast for smooth drive

Mumbai: An increasing number of mainstream car buyers in the country are opting for automatic transmission (AT) vehicles despite their higher price tags, lured by smoother driving experiences and improved fuel efficiency. Once considered a luxury, ATs now represent approximately 26% of mass-market vehicle sales in the country, a significant increase from 16% in 2020, … Read more

Tata proved to be an excellent steward of JLR, will inspire generations of biz leaders: Ford

Tata proved to be an excellent steward of JLR, will inspire generations of biz leaders: Ford

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The Indica story: Behind Tata’s buyout of iconic JLR, an old tale of humiliation

The Indica story: Behind Tata’s buyout of iconic JLR, an old tale of humiliation

Behind Tata Motor’s big-bang buyout and the eventual turnaround of the iconic but troubled Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) brand, there was an old tale of abject humiliation meted out to Ratan Tata and his passenger car business team by some officials at American giant Ford Motors, who formerly owned the brand. In 1999, Tata Motors … Read more

View: Ratan Tata’s legacy of humility, vision, and transformational leadership

View: Ratan Tata’s legacy of humility, vision, and transformational leadership

Ratan Tata, who evokes reverence bordering on adulation in India and wide recognition abroad, has left a void that would be nearly impossible to fill, for in him were a set of qualities that rarely coexist because of their opposing polarities. He was born into immense wealth, yet he was humble, polite and empathetic. He … Read more

Ratan Tata life: Ratan Tata’s Nano: Ambition, affordability & the stigma of being ‘cheap’

Ratan Tata life: Ratan Tata’s Nano: Ambition, affordability & the stigma of being ‘cheap’

One of Ratan Tata’s most ambitious projects was undoubtedly the Nano which was perhaps one that was closest to his heart. The car, which was conceptualised by Tata in the early 2000s, was aimed at providing middle-class Indians with a safe, and affordable four-wheeler. “What really motivated me, and sparked a desire to produce such … Read more

Tata Curvv Drive: Petrol vs Diesel variant explained – The Economic Times Video

Tata Curvv Drive: Petrol vs Diesel variant explained – The Economic Times Video

In a special ET video, we explore the captivating experience of driving the all-new Tata Curvv, comparing its petrol and diesel variants. We’ll delve into the performance, efficiency, and unique features of each version, showcasing what makes the Curvv stand out in its segment. Show more Show less Read original article here Denial of responsibility! … Read more

Global sunroof companies look to ride the giant India wave

Global sunroof companies look to ride the giant India wave

A growing enthusiasm for car sunroofs is pushing the world’s leading makers of the feature to join local partners in ramping up investments to tap this burgeoning market. Netherlands-based Inalfa Roof Systems along with its partner Gabriel India is looking to double capacity for manufacturing sunroofs in the next one year. The duo, which opened … Read more

Buying a car this festive season? Companies would want you to

Buying a car this festive season? Companies would want you to

Are you planning to buy a car this festive season? Over the past couple of months, car sales have been on a downward trend. But automakers are banking on some hefty discounts and enticing promotional offers tied to the festive season to finally shift those sales into high gear. The Indian automobile market, once driven … Read more