When the GST Council met for its 56th session in New Delhi, few expected such a sweeping set of reforms. But the announcement of sharp tax cuts on vehicles has turned into a game-changer for India’s automotive market. Effective September 22, 2025, GST rates on small cars, two-wheelers, and commercial vehicles have been slashed from […]
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BASF Battery Materials, through its joint venture BASF Shanshan Battery Materials Co., Ltd. (BSBM), has achieved a major milestone in collaboration with Beijing WELION New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. The company successfully delivered its first batches of mass-produced Cathode Active Materials (CAM) for Semi-Solid-State batteries, marking an important step toward the industrialization of Solid-State battery […]
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Kinetic Engineering Ltd., part of Kinetic India, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Robotic Chassis Line at its Ahilya Nagar facility in Maharashtra, marking a major leap in automation and advanced manufacturing. The new line integrates robotic welding for the Kinetic DX EV, clamping auto fixtures, and a dedicated scooter framing cell, ensuring precision, structural accuracy, and […]
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JK Fenner (India) Ltd., part of the JK Organisation, celebrated its 70th anniversary today, marking seven decades of innovation, resilience, and growth. The event was graced by Mr. Udhayanidhi Stalin, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, as Chief Guest, alongside Shri Vikrampati Singhania, Managing Director, JK Fenner, in the presence of customers, industry leaders […]
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Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has expanded its CRETA Electric portfolio with three new variants – the CRETA Electric Excellence, the CRETA Electric Executive Tech with a 42 kWh battery pack, and the CRETA Electric Executive (O) with a larger 51.4 kWh battery pack. The new 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery packs now deliver […]
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Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge Ltd., co-chaired the 12th India-Japan Business Leaders Forum in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan. Meeting after seven years, the forum focused on boosting cooperation in green energy, electric mobility, space, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, digital technology, healthcare, and […]
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Indofast Energy, a leading battery-swapping solutions provider, has partnered with fleet operator and mobility financier Bike Bazaar to deploy 5,000 electric two-wheelers across India over the next 18 months. The partnership will expand Indofast’s battery-swapping network into high-demand areas, helping fleet operators reduce downtime, lower costs, and keep deliveries uninterrupted. The move also aligns with […]
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ZF, a global leader in braking systems, has produced more than 3 billion brake components over the past 50 years. As vehicles become more electrified and software-driven, ZF is now focusing on its Brake-by-Wire (BbW) solutions, which replace traditional hydraulics with electronic controls to improve safety, efficiency, and design flexibility. According to ZF BbW is […]
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BYD India, a subsidiary of new energy vehicle maker BYD, has achieved a major milestone by delivering its 10,000th electric vehicle in India. In India, BYD’s lineup includes the SEALION 7, ATTO 3 eSUV, eMAX 7 eMPV, and the SEAL sedan. Since starting operations, BYD India has gone beyond just selling cars. With 44 dealerships […]
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Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and a leading commercial vehicle maker, has announced plans to invest in developing and manufacturing next-generation batteries for both automotive and non-automotive uses, including energy storage systems. As part of this plan, Ashok Leyland has signed a long-term exclusive partnership with China-based CALB Group, one […]
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