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Rising oil prices are accelerating Asia’s shift toward clean energy, but challenges remain in balancing demand, cost, and sustainability.

Maruti Suzuki’s workforce actively participated in community service, contributing 2,600 hours to impactful CSR initiatives during FY26.

Stellantis India began exporting the Citroen Basalt SUV coupe to South Africa, reaching a total of 10,000 Citroen vehicles shipped from India. The Basalt is built on a highly localized platform with 95 percent local content.

Schaeffler India maintains a steady growth outlook amid global supply chain disruptions and increasing cost pressures.

May 2026 brings exciting car launches in India like the premium MG Majestor SUV, electric Tata Sierra EV and Safari EV, performance-oriented Skoda Kodiaq RS, and updated Maruti Brezza, blending luxury, EVs, and affordability.

Ather Energy’s Tarun Mehta has sharply criticized India’s Production‑Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for automobiles, saying it excludes EV‑first startups such as Ather, River, and Euler due to rigid financial eligibility.

Renault Group India's bold restructuring plan separates the powertrain into a standalone unit, streamlining ops for export growth to €2B by 2030. NCLT approval sought.

Hyundai has officially launched its advanced Pleos Connect infotainment system, bringing smartphone-like intuitive controls and powerful AI-driven performance to its future vehicle lineup starting in 2026.

The 2026 Volkswagen Taigun facelift and Toyota Hyryder compete closely in the compact SUV segment, offering distinct powertrains, features, and design options. Pricing, efficiency, and safety features set them apart for buyers.

Bajaj Chetak electric scooters get a major boost in 2026 with the C Series lineup, higher top speeds up to 80 km/h, Google Maps navigation, quicker charging, and added modes like Eco/Sport.

MINI has launched the Cooper S Convertible JCW Pack in India at Rs 61.50 lakh, featuring exclusive styling upgrades but no mechanical changes. The limited-run variant uses a 204 HP engine and deliveries have started.

Royal Enfield is exploring cleaner mobility with its E85 ethanol-powered flex-fuel motorcycle, recently spotted testing in Chennai, hinting at a greener future for classic bikes.

EV startup Oben Electric is gearing up for a Rs 300 crore fundraise to scale operations, boost dealership presence, and strengthen its footprint in India’s growing electric two-wheeler market.

Oben Electric has introduced the Rorr Evo electric motorcycle in India at an introductory price of Rs 99,999 for the first 10,000 customers, offering a 3.4 kWh battery, 110 km/h top speed, and 180 km IDC range.

MG expands its EV lineup with the updated 2026 MG4 hatchback and teases the upcoming MG 4X electric SUV ahead of its global debut.