Automakers in India take digital route to push sales amid COVID-19 pandemic
Carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Honda, Kia, Toyota, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra and Mercedes-Benz have taken to digitalisation with renewed vigour as lockdowns and curfews become the new normal amid the raging coronavirus pandemic. The country's leading carmaker has partnered with leading online platforms like Google and Facebook bringing global digital expertise to dealer teams.
May 30, 2021, 19:22 PM IST
India overtakes South Korea as world's fifth largest carmaker
India has overtaken South Korea as the fifth-largest carmaker in the world with 25.7 lakh cars manufactured in the first seven months of the 2016 calendar year.
Sep 28, 2016, 10:19 AM IST
Govt proposes star rating for new cars
After the dismal performance of Indian cars in recent safety tests, the government is considering a proposal to introduce a new star rating programme for passenger cars on the basis of safety features, the Parliament was informed by the Ministry of State for Road Transport and Highways on Thursday.
Aug 14, 2016, 09:14 AM IST
Popular car aggregators drive Honda, Renault into fleet vehicle market
It was not very long ago that taxis were synonymous with black-and-yellow Premier Padminis in Mumbai and a slew of similarly-tinted Maruti Suzuki Omnis in the rest of India. But the meteoric rise of car aggregators – mainly Ola and Uber, has brought about a dramatic change in the country’s cab landscape.
May 15, 2016, 16:40 PM IST
China's biggest auto show opens amid growth slowdown
Global car makers showed off hundreds of vehicles in China's commercial hub Shanghai on Monday, as the world's biggest auto market continues to attract despite a sharp deceleration in sales growth.
Apr 20, 2015, 13:31 PM IST
Foreign automakers double down on China bets despite slowing growth
Market leaders Volkswagen AG and General Motors show no sign of letting up on their planned investments, while Toyota Motor and Ford Motor are also pursuing new China expansion plans.
Apr 19, 2015, 16:07 PM IST
Carmakers race to China auto show despite market slowdown
The Shanghai auto show -- the location alternates with Beijing -- opens on Monday and is a chance for global automobile manufacturers to show off their latest offerings to the massive market.
Apr 17, 2015, 08:23 AM IST
China consumer show targets Volkswagen, Nissan, Mercedes
China is the world`s top auto market, and media criticism can dent reputations and drag on sales. iPhone maker Apple Inc made a rare apology in 2013 after criticism on the show of its after-sales service.
Mar 16, 2015, 11:14 AM IST
Car industry welcomes Google, Apple but battles loom
It could be the battle of the titans. Auto giants at the Geneva Motor Show say they welcome the potential move of Silicon Valley players into their sector but experts warn of major disruptions.
Mar 05, 2015, 08:31 AM IST
Auto firms, white goods makers in wait and watch mode on prices
Officials at Maruti also said the company is currently on its year-end holiday and a decision on the price would be taken only when it reopens next week.
Jan 01, 2015, 18:58 PM IST
Auto industry pitches for continuation of excise duty relief
Car makers have asked the government to extend excise duty relief, which is ending on December 31, saying removal of this incentive could push the industry into a negative territory.
Nov 30, 2014, 12:18 PM IST
Carmakers mulling price hike to meet production cost
The hike in prices may come to adjust higher raw material costs and logistics costs. Hyundai Elite i20, Maruti Ciaz may cost more from their introductory launch prices.
Nov 05, 2014, 16:11 PM IST
CCI order to ensure car spare parts market is less costly: Chawla
After imposing a penalty of Rs 2,545 crore on 14 carmakers for unfair trade practices, the CCI today said it wanted to ensure that spare parts maintenance market gets less expensive for consumers.
Aug 29, 2014, 15:06 PM IST
Carmakers want excise duty cut to continue even after June 30
With the Budget expected only next month, the auto industry is awaiting the new government's steps on the matter.
Jun 22, 2014, 11:24 AM IST
