While Hero MotoCorp is the undisputed leader in the mass-market entry-level segment of commuters, its premium two-wheeler business model comprising models in the 200cc-500cc category hasn’t had any significant developments until a couple of years ago. This changed when Harley-Davidson quit independent operations in India and joined forces with Hero. As part of this alliance
It won’t be wrong to say that the Swift has been the biggest success for Maruti Suzuki in the past two decades. A spiritual successor to the erstwhile Zen, the first Swift was launched in 2005 and has been carrying the mantle of being the highest-seller for the largest carmaker in India ever since. Over
Mahindra & Mahindra set a new record for October sales by delivering 54,504 vehicles in the passenger vehicle segment, the highest number in the company’s history. During this festive period, Mahindra also achieved a remarkable 25 per cent year-on-year growth. As a result, Mahindra outperformed Tata Motors for the second consecutive month. Tata Motors sold
The festive season may be winding down, but Royal Enfield isn’t letting off the gas just yet. November is revving up with the grand reveal of their first electric motorcycle and the new scrambler, the Interceptor Bear 650. And here’s the icing on the cake: six new motorcycles are rolling in soon! So buckle up
Mahindra & Mahindra achieved record SUV sales of 54,504 vehicles in October. Additionally, the company reached its highest-ever total volume, selling 96,648 units, including exports. It was an impressive month for Mahindra, as they recorded 170,000 bookings for the Thar Roxx within the first hour, coinciding with their attractive festive deals. According to Veejay Nakra, President
Honda Motorcycles & Scooters India (HMSI) played a crucial role in revitalizing the struggling scooter market with the launch of the Activa in 2001. Many sceptics believed that this would be the end for Honda’s two-wheelers in India even before establishing itself. However, Activa has since become a cult favourite and remains the top-selling scooter
Oben Electric releases a teaser of its electric motorcycle, the Rorr EZ (pronounced easy), which is about to be launched on November 7th, with an aim to transform daily commuting, introducing innovative features and a fresh approach to electric mobility. Oben Electric Rorr EZ: What to expect? While the specifics have not been disclosed much
Hyundai is one of the global automotive brands which has expansive plans when it comes to future mobility solutions with electric vehicles (EVs) at the forefront. The South Korean auto giant is concentrating on expanding its born electric range of EVs which are sold under the Ioniq brand. Currently, Hyundai offers two born EVs in
Lauritz Knudsen, part of Schneider Electric Group, is exploring innovations such as hydrogen analysers and wind energy systems and is becoming part of EV charging infrastructure as part of its plans to grow its renewable energy business. In 2020, Schneider Electric acquired L&T Switchgear, Larsen & Toubro’s electrical and automation business, for Rs 14,000 crore
Veteran banker and Padma Bhushan awardee KV Kamath will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at EY India’s 26th Entrepreneur of the Year (EOY) Awards on March 5. Renowned for his transformative leadership in India’s financial services sector, Kamath joins an esteemed list of industry stalwarts recognised for their contributions to business and economic
B2B e-commerce unicorn Udaan, which is expected to file for an IPO soon, said it recorded a 65% year-on-year (y-o-y) rise in its annual recurring revenue (ARR) in the calendar year 2024. For comparison, in FY24, the company reported flat revenue growth at Rs 5,706 crore, while narrowing losses by 19% to Rs 1,674 crore
8th Pay Commission: The Satff Side of the National Council Joint Consultative Machinery (NC JCM) in its meeting with the Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) raised various issues concerning over 1.2 crore central government employees and pensioners, who are eagerly awaiting the implementation of the 8th Pay commission from January 2026.
Apple announced on Monday its plans to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, including the construction of a major artificial intelligence (AI) server facility in Texas and the creation of approximately 20,000 new research and development jobs nationwide. The massive investment will encompass spending on US suppliers, Apple TV+