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Tesla’s Test
Tesla’s Test

By Ketan Thakkar & Hormazd Sorabjee calendar18 Jan 2026

Unlike in other markets, Tesla has taken a long-game approach in India, focusing on creating the infrastructure first....

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‘India’s E20 Strategy Is the Template Europe Now Needs’
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‘India’s E20 Strategy Is the Template Europe Now Needs’

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Mahle CEO Arnd Franz believes India’s flex-fuel shift is proving more resilient and market-aligned than the EU’s all-e...

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Forvia Shifts Focus, Expands India’s Role Beyond Services
Forvia Shifts Focus, Expands India’s Role Beyond Services

By Shahkar Abidi and Ketan Thakkar calendar17 Jan 2026

New chief Martin Fischer is steering the Indian unit toward full-scale manufacturing, reshaping long-standing market p...

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INTERVIEW: "EV Demand is Rebounding both in India and Around the Globe" - JLR's Rajan Amba

By Prerna Lidhoo & Ketan Thakkar calendar17 Jan 2026

Jaguar Land Rover India MD Rajan Amba discusses the India–UK FTA, the company’s manufacturing plans, the upcoming Pana...

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SIAM Looking Ahead Conclave Estimates India’s FY27 PV Growth at 5-7%, 2W at 6-8%
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
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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.

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Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out MB.Charge in India
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...

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

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

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

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