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Hyundai's first Indian EV, the Kona, discontinued. Here's the reason why
Hyundai discontinues Kona Electric in India, focusing on mass-market Creta EV. The Kona faced challenges with sales performance. The upcoming Creta EV aims to compete with MG ZS EV and Tata Curvv, offering a range of 400-500 km.
Revving up: Fuelled by PLI, Indian automakers eye global EV space, targeting Europe & other developed markets
Indian auto manufacturers are seizing the export opportunity in the electric vehicle (EV) market, driven by increasing demand for cleaner mobility in developed countries and government support. Companies like Maruti Suzuki and Hero MotoCorp are gearing up to export their EV models to Europe, leveraging India's frugal manufacturing capabilities. With India's production-linked incentive scheme and alignment with global standards, automakers aim to challenge Chinese dominance in the EV sector and establish India as an EV export hub.
Electric vehicles: Desi automakers are seizing export opportunities driven by increased demand for cleaner mobility
Domestic auto makers like Maruti Suzuki, Hero MotoCorp, and TVS Motor are seizing the export opportunity in the electric vehicle market. Maruti Suzuki is set to export its first electric SUV to Europe, Hero MotoCorp is launching its VIDA V1 electric scooter in European countries, and TVS Motor is expanding to the European Union with its electric scooter iQube.
MG Motor to launch its most premium electric car, Cloud EV, later this year : Report
MG Motor is gearing up to launch a new electric car in India later this year, with reports indicating that the MG Cloud EV will make its debut in September. The price range for the vehicle is expected to be below Rs 20 lakh, although some sources suggest it could be closer to Rs 25 lakh. If priced competitively, the Cloud EV will compete against popular models like the Tata Nexon, BYE E6, and the Mahindra XUV400 in the Indian market.
Carmakers take the multiple powertrain ride
Carmakers from industry leader Maruti Suzuki to Tata Motors, Toyota Motor, Honda and Citroen, a relatively newcomer in the Indian market, offer diverse options in powertrains, from petrol, diesel and CNG to flexible fuel, electric and hybrid.
Hyundai has the same fear like Tata Motors & Mahindra about petrol, diesel cars
Hyundai has joined Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra in opposing tax breaks for hybrid vehicles in India, arguing it could disrupt the market for petrol and diesel cars. Japanese carmakers support lower taxes on strong hybrids, citing emissions reduction and fuel efficiency benefits. The debate underscores the auto industry's shift towards more sustainable technologies.
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Why India needs micro EVs ?
The 2nd car. The small car for the city. The wife's car. The college kid’s car. The urban machine - affordable, efficient, compact, cheerful. And that’s something the small EVs can be really good at. Yet, how many EV brands are launching cars that fit that description? And those that are closest to the brief e.g. the MG Comet EV, are not exactly inexpensive.
Boost for Hyundai Motor export plans, as auto co plans to launch slew of EVs over next 4 years
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) is planning a ₹25,000 crore IPO to drive its parent company's strategy of making India a key export hub. The company plans to introduce nearly half a dozen electric vehicles for local sales and exports as part of this ambitious strategy.
Strong hybrids need to replace ICE models and not EVs: Maruti Suzuki executive
Maruti Suzuki India executive emphasizes strong hybrids over fossil fuel-powered models and pure electric vehicles (EVs) for auto industry sustainability.
In a 1st, NSE drives in EV stocks index
The top five constituents of the index are Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, M&M, Maruti Suzuki India and Exide Industries, the index's fact sheet showed.
Hybrids catching up fast with EVs; Maruti, Toyota driving growth
Sales of hybrid transmission cars and SUVs are rapidly increasing, challenging electric vehicles in market share. Maruti Suzuki and Toyota offer popular models in this segment, with hybrid vehicles capturing 2.48% of the passenger vehicle market in Q1 2024.
Will this be the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Electric?
Suzuki files patent for eWX, speculated as electric WagonR for India showcased at Auto Expo 2023. Features tall boy design, closed-off grille with C-shaped light clusters, plastic cladding, yellow highlights, and 230 km range on full charge. Maruti pursuing hybrid vehicle plan, working on Series Hybrid engine, plans for smaller hybrid cars and Swift.
Investments made in creating plant and machinery to qualify for sops under new EV policy
SMEC is aimed at incentivising investments in setting up electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing capacity by lowering import duties on a select number of cars. Under the new EV policy, announced in March 2024, beneficiaries need to invest $ 500 million for setting up electric car manufacturing facilities. They also need to comply with up to 50% minimum domestic value addition commitment.
Japanese automakers least prepared for EV transition: Think-tank
The four automakers with the lowest proportion of forecasted EV production in 2030 are all from Japan (Suzuki at 10%, Honda at 24%, Toyota at 29% and Mazda at 30%), with Toyota, Mazda and Suzuki all receiving the lowest performance, says InfluenceMap in its latest report titled, “Automakers and Climate Policy Advocacy: A Global Analysis.
Tesla 'silent'; yet to communicate its India plans: Official
American tech billionaire Elon Musk, who was scheduled to visit India on April 21-22, had postponed his visit at the last moment citing "very heavy Tesla obligations".
Motherson Sumi Wiring capacity to go up 10% as two new plants get operational in Q1: Management
Anurag Gahlot, CFO of Motherson Sumi Wiring, projects significant market growth for FY25 supported by factors such as Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors' capacity expansions, India's low car penetration, and the growing Indian middle class. Additionally, the expansion of road infrastructure in India presents opportunities for OEMs and customers.
Bad news for hybrid car buyers, good for EV sector: GST Council may not give tax relief for hybrid cars in next meeting
The govt may not discuss tax concessions for hybrid cars in the next GST Council meeting, affecting companies like Maruti Suzuki and benefiting electric car makers like Mahindra and Mahindra. Transport minister Nitin Gadkari had requested a GST reduction on hybrid cars to 12%.
Hero MotoCorp’s market cap reaches Rs 1 lakh crore
Hero MotoCorp’s market cap stood at Rs 100,803.27 crore at the close on the BSE on Tuesday, just behind TVS Motor Company, which had a market cap of Rs 101,390.72 crore. Investors have been upbeat on the stock on the back of the company’s focus on premium and electric vehicle segments.
Consumers bend the road: No straight drive from ICE to electric
The transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles faces challenges as consumers show a preference for hybrids and CNG vehicles over pure EVs. Maruti Suzuki expects significant growth in CNG car sales, signaling a shift towards alternative fuel technologies alongside traditional options.
A play on restructuring and higher growth: These auto stocks can deliver more than 18% return
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Maruti Suzuki reveals recipe for improved export plans in FY25
Indian automaker Maruti Suzuki is targeting nearly 3 lakh exports in FY25, focusing on improving its portfolio abroad. With 283,067 units exported, the company has been India's top passenger car exporter for the third consecutive year. The company has also manufactured over 3 crore automobiles in India. Supporting factors for this outlook include better products, improved portfolio in foreign nations, and talent transfer.
Small car demand won't rebound before 2 years at least: RC Bhargava, Maruti Suzuki
Maruti Suzuki's RC Bhargava expects small car market revival in two years post two-wheeler recovery, with EV production planned for European exports. Bhargava further says: "Maruti has avoided trying to give any kind of guidance on margins or profitability or any such thing. All I can say is that I am optimistic. The conditions in India are going to be favourable"
Suzuki making smaller hybrid cars for India with much better mileage: Maruti chairman
Japanese auto giant Suzuki is working on smaller hybrid cars that will offer much better mileage than the current cars, Maruti Suzuki Chairman RC Bhargava revealed. Speaking to reporters after the announcement of Maruti's Q4 earnings on Friday, Bhargava highlighted that the costs of the technology used in Toyota hybrids are still high, resulting in expensive cars. He emphasized the need for a cost-effective hybrid car and mentioned that Suzuki Japan is developing smaller hybrid car technology.
Tesla advisor joins India’s first consultative meeting on new EV policy
According to multiple people who were part of the meeting, the representative from The Asia Group did not make any comments during the consultative meeting and maintained he was there as ‘an observer’. The meeting comes days ahead of Tesla chief Elon Musk’s visit to India.
India's passenger EV market will hot up in next 3-4 years; Tesla, Maruti may shake up Tata's dominance
This EV surge in EV sales can be can be attributed to factors like, government incentive schemes like PLIs, infrastructure development like more EV charging points, increasing urban consumer interest, and government push to meet green target.
EV market going to broaden; Maruti Suzuki top pick for 2024: Kumar Rakesh
Kumar Rakesh of BNP Paribas discusses strong demand for electric two-wheelers, caution in two-wheeler segment, impact of FAME II end on EV demand, tractor industry cyclicality, and top pick for 2024 being Maruti Suzuki. In case of EVs. we have seen a very strong demand for electric two-wheelers in March. April will be much weaker adjusting for this pre-buying, but May onwards, penetration expected to start inching back.
Maruti Suzuki sees EV penetration rising dramatically from next year
Shashank Srivastava, senior executive officer (marketing and sales) at Maruti Suzuki India, said that EV penetration is expected to reach about 5 percent next year from the current 2.1 percent. He mentioned that EV penetration will dramatically increase thereafter.
Maruti Suzuki to launch its first EV through NEXA channel: Report
Suzuki Motor Corporation in Japan has designed the EV, due for launch in 2025. The company is seeking to export the EV as a made-in-India product to Europe and Japan, the report said.
Auto players line up array of new EV models in coming years on govt push to green mobility
Mass market players like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors are lining up new models to cater to the demand across segments.
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