Recent Articles Published by Kiran Murali
Focus on reliability, access, interoperability of charging infra, says HD Kumaraswamy

By Kiran Murali and Mukul Yudhveer Singh calendar30 Mar 2026

India’s electric vehicle adoption remains at an early stage, with charging infrastructure widely seen as a key bottlen...

Weekly News Wrap: Supply Risks Amid West Asia Tensions, March Sales Forecast, HMSI Production Plans

autherKiran Murali calendar29 Mar 2026

Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia are beginning to test the resilience of India’s automotive supply chain, eve...

Govt Extends PM E-Drive Subsidy for E2Ws Till July; E3W to Get Incentives Till 2028

autherKiran Murali calendar28 Mar 2026

The scheme was recently extended to March 2028.

March PV Dispatches Seen Up 10% YoY Amid West Asia Crisis

By Kiran Murali and Ketan Thakkar calendar27 Mar 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales in March are estimated in the range of 4,20,000-4,35,000 units.

Government Allocates 20% More Commercial LPG to States; Prioritises Auto Sector

autherKiran Murali calendar27 Mar 2026

Earlier, curbs on commercial LPG supplies were introduced to prioritise household consumption.

Exclusive: Honda Targets 6.79 Million 2W Production in FY27; No. 1 Spot Remains Out of Reach

By Kiran Murali and Ketan Thakkar calendar27 Mar 2026

HMSI’s production in FY26 is estimated to be close to 6 million units.

Govt Says No Crude or Fuel Shortage; Has Stock to Cover 2 Months

autherKiran Murali calendar26 Mar 2026

According to the Oil Ministry, India has an actual crude oil and fuel stock to cover around 60 days.

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Can OEMs' Aftermarket Strategy Hurt Small and Independent Outlets and Chains?

By Shahkar Abidi & Kiran Murali calendar12 Mar 2026

OEMs tighten their grip on vehicle lifecycles as independents fight for data, diagnostics and survival.

Aftermarket Company Assurance to Double Touchpoints in 2-3 Years

By Kiran Murali and Mukul Yudhveer Singh calendar09 Mar 2026

The company, whose portfolio includes manufacturing and sales of GM-owned ACDelco in India, will expand its aftermarke...

JOST-HYVA India Targets Rs 2,000 Crore Revenue by 2030

autherKiran Murali calendar09 Mar 2026

HYVA acquisition puts India into JOST’s global top five markets, and sourcing and exports are seen driving the next ph...