Recent Articles Published by Ketan Thakkar
Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II Expected in India in 2026

By Mugdha Mishra and Ketan Thakkar calendar14 Oct 2026

The British ultra-luxury carmaker expects its updated electric coupe to arrive in India this year, with younger custom...

Rolls-Royce Bullish on India as UK Trade Deal’s Impact Unfolds: Julian Jenkins

By Mugdha Mishra & Ketan Thakkar calendar14 Oct 2026

The British luxury carmaker reports double-digit growth in India over the past four years, with a new generation of en...

One Year on its Own: Tata Motors Builds on a Record Run, Gears Up for Expansion

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Domestic sales rose 35% to 7.44 lakh units during October 2025–September 2026, following the GST cut. Nexon and Punch ...

First-Time Buyers Will Keep Hatchbacks Relevant: Toyota

By Mukul Yudhveer Singh and Ketan Thakkar calendar14 Oct 2026

Despite the growing popularity of SUVs, Toyota Kirloskar Motor expects first-time buyers, customers upgrading their ve...

Hyundai Motor Group Commits $15.5 Billion to India Through 2032

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Seven-year programme includes $700 million in R&D, Hyundai and Kia capacity expansion, supplier development and new mo...

Volvo Studies Plug-In Hybrids for India, Remains Committed to EVs

By Ketan Thakkar and Mugdha Mishra calendar12 Oct 2026

MD Malhotra says current tax treatment favours battery electric vehicles, while customer willingness to pay will deter...

Volvo Signals Price Hike as Currency and Supply Pressures Hit Business

By Ketan Thakkar and Mugdha Mishra calendar12 Oct 2026

Rising logistics costs could force an increase before the next annual review, while vehicle shortages constrain festiv...

Volvo Bets on EX90 to Build Premium Appeal, Takes the Long View on India

By Ketan Thakkar and Mugdha Mishra calendar12 Oct 2026

The Swedish carmaker sees its 90 family strengthening its position for future growth, with safety and Scandinavian ide...

Exclusive: Tata, Stellantis Formalise Pact for Sierra-Based Jeep Suv, First Product Likely in H1 2028

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Internally codenamed J1J, the mid-size SUV will get ICE and electric versions, with production likely at Ranjangaon in...

From Local Roads to Global Markets: India’s 1-Million Car Export Boom

By Sergius Barretto and Ketan Thakkar calendar10 Oct 2026

India's automotive industry is expanding its global footprint by leveraging harmonized manufacturing standards to reac...