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Autocar Professional’s June 15, 2023, issue is out

This 72-pager power special issue is packed with news, features, interviews and technology articles that will keep you up to date on developments in the Indian and global automotive sector.

The highlight of the issue is the mid-sized SUV boom in India. SUVs have become a buzzword in the highly competitive Indian passenger vehicle arena, only to swiftly take centre stage of the market nudging ahead of the humble hatchbacks.

Companywatch

Hot news and product reveals from Mahindra and Mahindra and Honda Cars India.

Special report

An analysis on the evolution of the electric vehicle market – the rising sales volumes, subsidy reduction impact, evolving charging infrastructure and the grid – keeping you updated with the pulse of the rapidly changing market environment of EVs.

Techtalk

Software and connectivity platforms are playing a critical role in mobility as a service beyond vehicle ownership.

Companywatch

Quantron plans to enter the EV and hydrogen ecosystem with various solutions.

St Gobain forays into special plastic components for EV batteries.

Valeo to accelerate its India business with huge investments.

Auto brands see value surge in latest India market study

INDIA, WHOSE ECONOMY and business growth continue to show remarkable resilience amidst global turmoil, remains a strong investment destination.

1 min

Green Tax on ICE vehicles could help EVs

INDIAN ELECTRIC TWO-wheeler OEM start-ups hit badly by a potential demand slowdown due to the FAME II subsidy cut have on behalf of their apex body, SMEV (Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles), urged the government to levy an additional Green Tax on ICE vehicles to encourage EV adoption and support the reduction of pollutioncausing crude oil imports.

1 min

Ather announces five-year loan for EV two-wheelers

IN A FIRST for India, electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy has announced a 60-month vehicle loan product that will make EV scooters more affordable.

1 min

Mahindra launches its first CNG-petrol dual fuel small CV

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA has launched the Supro CNG Duo at a starting price of Rs 6.32 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), marking the company’s first dual-fuel vehicle in the small CV segment.

1 min

Mid-size mania: Indian car market's new battleground

In the past eight years, the mid-size SUV market has grown almost eight times accounting for nearly 22 percent of the PV market, and no auto maker wants to be left behind. Ketan Thakkar and Mayank Dhingra have the story.

10+ mins

Hyundai Creta: The segment leader continues to grow

Despite the proliferation of the mid-size SUV market, COO Tarun Garg of Hyundai Motor India is confident that the Creta will continue to lead in the segment in the country, writes Ketan Thakkar.

3 mins

Honda premieres all-new mid-sized SUV for India

The Japanese automotive brand has reworked its product strategy extensively and has ambitious plans for this country and global markets. Mayank Dhingra and Ketan Thakkar track the company’s plans.

8 mins

'India accounted for 16 percent of Honda's global volumes'

Having restructured its Indian operations, Honda Cars India is back on the growth path, says Toshio Kuwahara, President and CEO, Asian Honda Motor and Head of Regional Unit (Asia and Oceania).

3 mins

'PLI creating a non-level playing field for startups and MSMEs'

All is not lost says Sohinder Gill, DG of SMEV who also suggests an alternative way to help the troubled domestic electric vehicle industry in the country to come back and thrive, writes Amit Vijay M.

5 mins

India's best EV month ever!

Electric vehicle retail sales in India surpass 1,50,000 units for the first time in May 2023 but it remains to be seen how the two-wheeler industry will fare in the post-subsidy cut regime, writes Ajit Dalvi.

7 mins

How India's EV push will impact existing grids

As India’s EV push continues, Radhika Dave takes a look at how legacy players and startups are looking at building infrastructure for EVs, and what this will mean for the electricity grids in the medium to long term.

5 mins

Mercedes dealer doubles online sales conversions

One of India’s top dealerships of the German luxury brand, Silver Arrows is leading the way in sales and marketing automation. Mayank Dhingra explores how the new processes have helped in this achievement.

5 mins

'Metaverse experience should be akin to online marketing campaign'

Metaverse is a term that is beginning to pop up in automotive ecosystems. Sukrit Singh, Co-founder of Metaform, a web 3.0 company shares some thoughts about this creative tool with Chandan B Mallik.

5 mins

Valeo Plans 'Move Up' in India

The company has lined up an investment of Rs 1,500 crore in India to accelerate its business in the country. Of this amount, 35 percent is allocated for the electrification space. Ketan Thakkar reports.

8 mins

'India is definitely a hub to source brain power'

Michael Perschke, CEO of Quantron AG spoke is impressed with the technical pool India has and he discussed with Ketan Thakkar how the country can become a global tech development hub specialist.

8 mins

Swaraj enters horticulture market with light tractors

Developed ground-up for the growing horticulture segment, the all-new 29hp Swaraj Target 630 will be the first model to hit the markets, write Chandan B Mallik and Ketan Thakkar.

4 mins

A plastic fix for EV batteries

French auto component maker St Gobain's speciality polymers for EV battery casings present a safety solution for the growing business of electric vehicle battery packs. Manobhava Baruah has the details.

2 mins

'The growing demand for EVs in India offers a great business opportunity for us'

Pankaj Khare, Managing Director of LANXESS Performance Materials India tells Mayank Dhingra how the company will be able to sail past a difficult year in general for the industry .

4 mins

EVS ENTER THE FAST LANE IN INDIA

Hemal Thakkar, Director and Ritika Changia, Associate Director, Consulting, CRISIL Market Intelligence and Analytics talk about the expectation that electric vehicle adoption will zoom in India and the reasons for this.

3 mins

'Localisation is a priority for Sona Comstar's biz'

Sunjay Kapur, President of Sona Comstar gives an overview of why he is optimistic about the Indian auto components sector despite concerns from the US and Europe. Amit Vijay M spoke to him.

7 mins

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