Recent Articles Published by Arunima Pal
SIAM Looking Ahead Conclave Estimates India’s FY27 PV Growth at 5-7%, 2W at 6-8%

By Kiran Murali and Ketan Thakkar calendar15 Jan 2026

The growth forecast for the commercial vehicle industry is 4-6%, while the three-wheeler market is expected to grow 9-...

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How Greater Consumer Responsiveness Helped Indian Brands Overtake Global Giants

By Prerna Lidhoo & Ketan Thakkar calendar15 Jan 2026

Once overshadowed by global brands, Indian carmakers now lead the charge in SUVs, EVs, and safety.

Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out MB.Charge in India

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German luxury carmaker integrates access to 9,000+ DC fast chargers as EVs gain traction at the top end of its portfol...

Mercedes-Benz to Locally Assemble Maybach GLS in India—First Market Outside US

By Prerna Lidhoo and Ketan Thakkar calendar14 Jan 2026

The locally assembled Maybach GLS will see its ex-showroom price reduced to Rs 2.75 crore, compared with Rs 3.17 crore...

Won't Engage in Price War: Mercedes' Santosh on Entry-level Degrowth 

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Despite entry-level decline, Mercedes posts record revenues and eyes premium expansion.

Mercedes-Benz Lines up 12 Launches for 2026, Sees Single-Digit Growth Amid Currency, Sentiment Headwinds

By Prerna Lidhoo and Ketan Thakkar calendar14 Jan 2026

German luxury carmaker doubles down on top-end models and EVs as entry-level demand softens

Tata Motors PV Could Be Last Man Standing in India’s Hatchback Segment, Says Shailesh Chandra

By Darshan Nakhwa and Ketan Thakkar calendar13 Jan 2026

Despite a fall in hatchback share in overall PV sales, Tata Motors believes a million-unit market still offers a subst...

Tata Motors PV Sees Double-Digit Industry Growth in 2026; To Outperform Industry

By Darshan Nakhwa and Ketan Thakkar calendar13 Jan 2026

Strong product launch cycle, post-GST demand recovery and rising SUV volumes position Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles f...

Tata Motors to Ramp Up Sierra Capacity Over Next Six Months to Keep up with Demand

By Darshan Nakhwa and Ketan Thakkar calendar13 Jan 2026

Strong bookings, a higher‑than‑expected diesel mix, and broad variant demand prompt a phased capacity expansion of the...

Exclusive - Mahindra EV Charging Head Kedar Apte Exits; Anoop Kachhara Appointed Successor

autherKetan Thakkar calendar10 Jan 2026

The move comes as Mahindra scales up EV charging support alongside an expanded electric vehicle portfolio.