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Rethinking the Map: Honda’s New India Bet

By Kiran Murali, Hormazd Sorabjee & Ketan Thakkar calendar03 Dec 2025

As Chinese automakers reshape global competition, Honda elevates India to top-tier market status and reboots its futur...

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Inside Suzuki’s ₹70,000-Crore Bet on Scale, Multi-Fuel Tech and a 4-Million Car Future

By Ketan Thakkar, Hormazd Sorabjee & Kiran Murali calendar01 Dec 2025

At the Japan Mobility Show, Suzuki Motor Corporation president Toshihiro Suzuki doubled down on India, unveiling a hig...

JSW-MG and Skoda-VW India in Talks for India Partnership

autherHormazd Sorabjee calendar23 Nov 2025

Industry sources reveal exploratory discussions between JSW-MG Motor India and Skoda Auto Volkswagen India focused on...

Honda Open to Supplying Products to Indian Carmakers

autherHormazd Sorabjee calendar16 Nov 2025

Japanese automaker explores collaboration with domestic manufacturers to boost volumes and cost efficiency.

India a Priority Market for Honda, Sets up Project Team; May Relook at Sub-4m Space

By Hormazd Sorabjee and Kiran Murali calendar31 Oct 2025

The automaker has plans to launch 10 models by 2030.

Honda’s Electric Cars in India to Get CATL Battery From Indonesia

By Hormazd Sorabjee & Kiran Murali calendar31 Oct 2025

The Japanese carmaker will launch its first battery electric vehicle for India - 0 Series Alpha – in 2027.

Honda to Launch 10 New Models in India by 2030, Including 7 SUVs

By Hormazd Sorabjee, Ketan Thakkar and Kiran Murali calendar31 Oct 2025

Of the seven SUV models, a few will be global products making their debut in India, while the rest will be designed ex...

Honda’s EV Reboot Under Mibe Hinges on Speed, Scale, and Software

By Ketan Thakkar and Hormazd Sorabjee calendar30 Oct 2025

The Zero Series aims to reboot Honda’s global EV story with new technology and design. Still, the path to competitiven...

Collaborations Vital to Nissan’s Turnaround, India a Core Pillar: CEO Espinosa

By Hormazd Sorabjee and Ketan Thakkar calendar29 Oct 2025

The Japanese automaker is sharpening its focus on alliances and emerging markets as it seeks sustainable growth beyond...

Eight-SUV Blitz: Maruti Suzuki’s Roadmap to Reclaim 50% Market Share

By Ketan Thakkar and Hormazd Sorabjee calendar29 Oct 2025

The automaker plans to position itself as India’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer and exporter.