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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By Naynish Kulkarni, Senior Director, Mobility Growth Advisory Practice, Frost & Sullivan India’s heavy-duty truck (HDT) sector, serving cement, steel, ports, iron ore, coal, and container logistics, is entering a transformation phase. While the sector has historically been diesel-dominated, many industrial applications run on defined routes, predictable duty cycles, and fixed loading points, making them […]
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Barely hours into his new role as SIAM President, Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, was already facing some of the toughest questions facing the industry. What followed was a candid and direct conversation that offered a clear picture of where India’s commercial vehicle industry is headed — and what needs […]
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During the 66th Annual Convention of The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi shared a special message at the convention stating, “India’s automobile industry is well placed to further expand its global presence as the country’s mobility ecosystem undergoes a fundamental transformation. Continued innovation, pursuit of […]
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The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has elected Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd., as its new President for 2026-27. Agarwal, who previously served as Vice President of SIAM, succeeds Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., as Immediate Past President. The new office bearers were […]
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The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers organised its 6th International Conference on Climate Action on World Environment Day, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, and sustainability experts to discuss strategies for accelerating India’s transition to a low-carbon future. The conference, themed “Climate Action: Accelerating India’s Transition to a Low-Carbon Future,” reaffirmed the automobile industry’s commitment […]
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At Bharat Mandapam, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has set up the “Smart Integrated Automotive Mobility Lab” (SIAM Lab) at the Smart Mobility India Expo 2026. More than a display, the SIAM Lab brings together the key players of India’s mobility ecosystem—OEMs, component makers, research bodies, and technology companies—into one space. Located in […]
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The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA), the global federation of automobile manufacturers, has elected Mr. Shailesh Chandra as its new President, effective November 1, 2025. Mr. Chandra, who currently serves as President of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and Managing Director & CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric […]
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The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), in association with the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, organized the 3rd edition of the “Green Plate EV Rally” at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Held under SIAM’s विद्युतीकरण (Electrification) initiative, the rally aimed to raise awareness about the environmental and economic advantages of electric vehicles over internal combustion […]
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By T Murrali The Indian auto industry has weathered supply chain shocks, cost pressures, and wavering demand. But few could have asked for a more decisive boost than what the GST Council delivered in its latest session. With sweeping tax cuts across vehicles, from two-wheelers to trucks, the government has signalled its intent to put […]
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