MOBILITY

Nhava Sheva now runs 150 electric trucks as port targets full energy transition by 2027

A second heavy-duty swapping station has opened at Jawaharlal Nehru Port, where about 150 electric trucks already operate. The company did not disclose investment in the planned EV Megaplex.

Swiggy delivery partners get discounted Hero bikes and 90 percent financing

Swiggy riders can select a Hero model in the app for discounted dealership pricing, with loans at up to 90 percent of value. Neither company named the lender or the discount.

Kinetic Watts and Volts adds dealers in India

The electric two-wheeler maker has 45 showrooms operational with 40 more due within two months, and says it is assessing markets from Turkey to Nigeria. No timelines were given.

Omega Seiki Mobility closes INR 100 crore funding across two rounds

The electric three-wheeler maker has raised INR 100 crore in two tranches, with its advisor SKG also investing. Investors, valuation and use of proceeds were not disclosed.

Mahindra moves on first 800 acres for its largest plant

The 1,500-acre Nagpur facility will have capacity for over 5 lakh vehicles and 1 lakh tractors a year. Mahindra has not disclosed the investment, the commissioning timeline or direct employment.

Hero MotoCorp appoints VELOSA as El Salvador distributor

Hero MotoCorp has entered a distribution alliance with VELOSA, or Oriental Motors S.A., to expand its presence in El Salvador.

Audi India opens bookings for the new Q3

Audi India has opened bookings for the new Q3. The company has not announced prices, which are expected at launch.

August auto sales surge

Tata Motors passenger vehicle sales rose 56 percent and Hyundai posted its best ever August, though last year's base was depressed by buyers deferring purchases ahead of expected GST changes.

Parth Jindal appointed Chairman of JSW MG Motor India

The JSW Group executive, who has sat on the joint venture's board since its formation, takes the chairmanship with immediate effect.

MG Hector Tomahawk launched in EV and PHEV

JSW MG Motor India has launched the Hector Tomahawk in Mumbai, the first SUV built on its ADAPT platform, and the first vehicle in the country offered with both a full-electric and a plug-in hybrid powertrain under one nameplate.

Bhago Mobility launches Honda electric scooter rentals at Delhi Metro’s ITO station

Bhago Mobility launched electric 2-wheeler rental service lets commuters rent Honda Activa e: scooters by the hour or day from a hub at ITO station, with five more Delhi Metro locations planned. Pricing was not disclosed.

Hyundai adds 7,000 Jio-bp chargers to its India network

Hyundai EV owners can now use Jio-bp’s charging network through the myHyundai app, adding more than 7,000 points across 300 cities. Financial terms were not disclosed.

BMW opens bookings for locally built i5 Long Wheelbase

BMW says the i5 Long Wheelbase is its first locally produced electric sedan in India, with a claimed range of up to 669 km.

Tata Motors raises prices by up to INR 25,000

The increase takes effect on 1 September and covers electric models. Maruti raised prices from August and Hyundai announced a rise on Wednesday, pointing to a common cost problem.

Kia begins Sorento production at Anantapur ahead of September launch

Kia Sorento production begins preparing for 4 September launch entering premium SUV segment, hybrid model with all-wheel drive.

Euler Motors opens ₹100-crore four-wheeler EV line at Palwal

The electric commercial vehicle maker has commissioned a dedicated four-wheeler plant across 40 acres in Haryana. Euler did not disclose what the line is currently producing against its 24,000-unit capacity.

Škoda doubles down on sedans with new Slavia, Octavia RS and Superb return

The company is refreshing the Slavia and bringing back the Octavia RS and Superb, betting on sedans as SUVs take share. Prices were not announced; pre-bookings open.