September 2026 turned out to be a month to remember for India’s automobile industry. With the festive season around the corner, demand picked up across almost every segment, from small scooters and family cars to heavy trucks and electric buses. Several companies posted their best-ever monthly or quarterly numbers, helped by steady economic activity, strong […]
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Weichai, the core subsidiary of Shandong Heavy Industry Group Co., Ltd., in China, has showcased its diversified green powertrain lineup and zero-carbon transport solutions at the IAA Transportation 2026. The three products were the WPH15DI hydrogen hybrid system, the NG4.0 gas powertrain, and its “three-electric” core components (battery, motor and electronic control). They were displayed […]
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Cummins will start making batteries for commercial vehicles at its plant in Guadalajara, Spain, from 2028. The company announced the move at IAA Transportation 2026, saying it already has European bus makers lined up as customers. Speaking to this publication, Ms. Amy Davis, VP & President, Accelera by Cummins and Components, said, “We’re making this […]
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India’s commercial vehicle market closed FY2025-26 with record domestic sales of 10.8 lakh units, up 12.6% from the previous year. As buses, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and heavy-duty trucks become increasingly dependent on integrated electronics, thermal management and complex structural systems, the role of automotive suppliers is changing. OEMs are under constant pressure to shorten […]
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By Abhilash. U & T. Murrali The Fluid Systems and Thermal Management division of the Japanese major Nidec showcased a range of innovative pump solutions for commercial vehicles, alongside new chassis, comfort, and drivetrain technologies including a steer-by-wire hand wheel actuator, one of its newest innovations on display. Besides its established water and oil pumps, […]
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Automakers’ body calls the new fuel-efficiency norms “aggressive” but predictable, saying they will unlock investment and give buyers more technology choices. The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has welcomed the Government of India’s notification of the third phase of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency norms, CAFE III, for passenger vehicles. The rules take effect from […]
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Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has unveiled the second generation of its heavy-duty truck battery pack, nicknamed the “Magic Cube.” The system called TECTRANS II, is designed to make vehicle integration much simpler. It roughly halves the number of components, cuts vehicle development time by 50% and lowers R&D costs by 60–70%. The new […]
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Ultraviolette today announced that the Shockwave will be built on the company’s newly developed 100V architecture and will launch in the first quarter of 2027. The shift brings the potential for stronger power delivery, higher thermal efficiency, and faster charging for Ultraviolette’s lightweight motorcycle platform. The Shockwave (FUNDURO) was conceived as a lightweight motorcycle built […]
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Energy In Motion Ltd. (EIM Ltd) has inaugurated its heavy-duty battery swapping-cum-charging station at Rewari, Haryana, strengthening the energy infrastructure supporting the transition to electric freight along the NH-48 Delhi-Mumbai corridor. The station was inaugurated by Dr. Hanif Qureshi, IPS, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, in the presence of Mr. Mahendra […]
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