Weekly News Wrap: Maruti’s Rs 35,000 Crore Pact, Vinfast’s Battery Localisation, JSW-Chery Hybrid Plan, Mercedes' Price Play | Autocar Professional

Weekly News Wrap: Maruti’s Rs 35,000 Crore Pact, Vinfast’s Battery Localisation, JSW-Chery Hybrid Plan, Mercedes' Price Play

A ₹35,000 crore plant pact, a plug-in hybrid alliance, EV localisation talks and Mercedes’ model-and-pricing roadmap highlighted an industry balancing growth ambition with cost reality.

18 Jan 2026 | 4081 Views | By Darshan Nakhwa

The week of January 12-18 showed how quickly India’s auto market is widening into a multi-track story, where localisation, fresh investments and new technology bets are moving in parallel. On one end, Maruti Suzuki and the Gujarat government formally signed off on a ₹35,000 crore commitment for the Khoraj plant, underlining that scale and capacity planning remain central to the industry’s next phase.

At the same time, newer and returning players sharpened their playbooks. VinFast stepped up its localisation push by opening talks with Indian battery suppliers to raise local content beyond the current base, while the JSW Group’s partnership with China’s Chery signalled a more pragmatic route into electrification through plug-in hybrids.

In the luxury space, Mercedes-Benz offered a reminder that the market’s premium end is being shaped as much by currency and pricing discipline as by product launches. From quarterly price hikes to a packed 2026 pipeline and deeper localisation moves, the brand’s strategy highlighted how the industry is now balancing growth ambitions with margin protection.

Here’s the detailed round-up of all major developments from this week:

Gujarat, Maruti Suzuki Formalise Rs 35,000 Crore Investment for Khoraj Plant: Reports

Maruti Suzuki India Limited and the Gujarat government formalized an investment agreement for a new manufacturing facility in Khoraj, with the automaker committing Rs 35,000 crore to the project, according to ANI.

The investment letter handover ceremony took place in Gandhinagar in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Maruti Suzuki Managing Director Hitachi Takeuchi. The planned facility will have an annual production capacity of 10 lakh vehicles and is expected to create approximately 12,000 employment opportunities.

Maruti Suzuki Begins Global Exports of VICTORIS SUV, Rebranded as 'Across'

JSW Group Partners with Chinese Automaker Chery to Introduce Plug-in Hybrid SUV

JSW Motors Limited is preparing to enter India's passenger vehicle market with the launch of a rebadged version of the Jetour T2 SUV, expected to reach dealerships by the third quarter of this year.

The vehicle will mark JSW Group's debut in automobile manufacturing through its independent passenger mobility division. Unlike the company's existing joint venture with MG Motor, this launch will operate separately under JSW branding rather than carrying the Jetour nameplate.

Škoda Unveils 'Peaq' as Name for New All-Electric 7-Seater Flagship

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

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd will ramp up production capacity of its recently launched mid-size sport utility vehicle, Sierra, in a phased manner over the next six months to meet strong demand, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Shailesh Chandra said.

Autocar Professional has learnt that Tata Motors PV is expected to ramp up monthly production capacity of the Sierra to around 15,000 units by March 2026, positioning the SUV to contribute incremental volumes of over 1.5 lakh units annually once capacity stabilises.

Mahindra Records Over 93,000 Bookings for New XEV 9S and XUV 7XO Models

Punch Sales Will Start Hitting a New Peak With Facelift: Tata Motors’ Chandra

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd expects sales of its micro-SUV Punch to hit a new peak with the launch of the facelift, as the company believes it has addressed the key factors that weighed on the model’s performance in 2025, managing director and chief executive officer Shailesh Chandra said.

Since its debut in 2021, the Punch has been a cornerstone of Tata Motors’ passenger vehicle portfolio. In calendar year 2024, it emerged as India’s highest-selling car with volumes of slightly over 2 lakh units–becoming the first non-Maruti model in over four decades to top the sales chart. In 2025, however, the model slipped to the 10th position amid broader market headwinds.

Tata Motors Launches New Punch SUV at ₹5.59 Lakh

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

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd believes it could emerge as “the last man standing” in India’s hatchback segment, even as the category steadily loses share in overall PV sales, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Shailesh Chandra said. The company sees a substantial opportunity in the small car segment, even at the current volumes, with only a few players left.

“There is a shift happening,” Chandra said. “In the last 5 years, hatchbacks have gone down from a share of 46-47% to 20-22%. All the facts show that the shift is imminent, and as more and more young customers, less than 35 years of age, come into the market, I think this trend will grow further.”

Yet, even in decline, Chandra believes the numbers still add up.

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

Vinfast in Talks With Battery Makers in India For Localisation

As Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast looks to strengthen and broaden its electric vehicle offerings in India, the automaker is in talks with multiple battery manufacturers in the country, including Tata-Gotion, to localise battery production for its vehicles, according to a senior company official.

"We try to increase our localization; it is very important. Since we didn't join the FAME scheme, we did not commit to a certain level of localization, but certainly, we try our best. At the moment, our localization is around 15%; we need to reach 40% soon. Once we have batteries, localization will increase tremendously. We are trying to tie up with a local battery manufacturer," VinFast Asia Chief Executive Officer Pham Sanh Chau said.

Vinfast To Expand Product Portfolio With Three New Models In 2026

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast, which sees India as a key pillar in its global expansion strategy, is set to expand its product portfolio with three new electric models in 2026. First of the three will be a seven-seater electric MPV, Limo Green, likely to be launched in February.

"In 2026, VinFast plans to introduce three new models to the Indian market. These products are designed around real usage patterns and premiumness, not just specifications on paper, but they aim to deliver strong value for price-conscious Indian consumers. We will begin with launching a 7-seater MPV," VinFast India CEO Tapan Ghosh said.

Vinfast's Next Four Big Moves In India In 2026

Rupee Depreciation: Mercedes-Benz India to Raise Prices by 2% every Quarter, says Santosh Iyer

Mercedes-Benz India plans to increase vehicle prices by around 2% every quarter as sustained foreign exchange volatility continues to pressure margins, Managing Director and CEO Santosh Iyer told Autocar Professional.

Rising input costs and a weakening rupee have made periodic price corrections unavoidable, Iyer said, even as the luxury carmaker looks to balance profitability with demand stability. He added that the effective price increase last year was limited to around 5%, spread across three quarters. “In the fourth quarter, we skipped because GST went down but now we have to start increasing by 2% every quarter."

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

Mercedes-Benz Lines up 12 Launches for 2026

With competition snapping at its heels, Mercedes-Benz India, the country’s largest luxury carmaker, plans to sustain its model launch excitement in 2026 to retain its lead. The company plans to launch 12 new models in the current calendar year and expects single-digit growth in a luxury car market weighed down by currency volatility and cautious consumer sentiment, even as demand for high-end vehicles and electric models remains resilient, senior executives said.

The company did not reveal the details of the new models. The German carmaker closed 2025 with sales of 19,007 vehicles, a marginal decline of about 2 percent year-on-year, but posted its highest-ever revenue in India, underlining a clear shift toward a richer product mix and higher average selling prices.

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

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

In a candid conversation, Rajan Amba, Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover India, breaks down the realities behind the India–UK FTA, the company’s manufacturing strategy, the future of the Panapakkam plant and what lies ahead for the rebirth of Jaguar. From the rise of India as a global production base to the evolving psychology of luxury car buyers, Amba offers views on opportunities, misconceptions and the road to JLR’s next phase of growth in India.

KTM Parent Company Cuts 500 Jobs as Part of Ongoing Restructuring Effort

Bajaj Mobility AG, formerly known as PIERER Mobility AG and the parent company of KTM Group, announced on January 13, 2026, that it will reduce its workforce by approximately 500 employees as part of a comprehensive efficiency program aimed at strengthening the company's long-term competitiveness.

The job cuts, which primarily affect white-collar positions and middle management, come as the company continues its recovery from KTM AG's insolvency at the end of 2024. The headcount stood at 3,794 employees as of December 31, 2025, down from 5,310 the previous year.

Royal Enfield Unveils Updated Goan Classic 350 for 2026

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

India’s passenger vehicle and two-wheeler markets are estimated to grow in the range of mid-to-high single digits during the financial year 2027 (FY27), primarily on the back of higher income growth and reduced ownership costs following the recent Goods and Services Tax cut.

According to sources, the SIAM Looking Ahead Conclave, held on Thursday, which brought together OEMs and research houses to discuss factors influencing the market for the year ahead, estimated the passenger vehicle market to grow in the range of 5-7% during the next financial year, while the two-wheeler market is projected to grow between 6-8%.

New Supply Contracts to US in Limbo Amid Tariff Woes: ACMA

Amid higher tariffs imposed by the US on exports from India, the auto component industry here remains uncertain about new supply contracts to the US, as many companies in the US and other regions under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) have started showing hesitation in making deals for new supplies from companies in India.

“New contracts that are due are a little bit in limbo, whereas existing supply chains continue because a supplier has to go through qualification processes and stringent approval processes. It is not very easy for an OE to switch suppliers,” Vikrampati Singhania, President of the Auto Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) said.

US Orders Allies to Secure Critical Minerals Within 180 Days

India's Auto Component Industry Slips to Trade Deficit in H1FY26

India’s auto component industry slipped back into a trade deficit during the first half of financial year 2026 after new tariffs imposed by the US restricted export growth to the region, while component imports from China rose sharply amid restrictions on the export of key raw materials.

According to data shared by the Auto Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA), the auto component industry clocked US$41.2 billion in revenue during April–September 2025, a growth of 3.5% year-on-year. Component exports during the period rose 9.3% to US$12.1 billion, while the value of components imported into India rose at a faster rate of 12.5% to US$12.3 billion.

Bajaj Auto Launches Chetak C25 at Rs 91,399

Bajaj Auto Ltd on Wednesday strengthened its mass electric two-wheeler portfolio with the launch of Chetak C25 at a starting price of Rs 91,399. The price is inclusive of the central government subsidy under the PM E-DRIVE scheme. Bookings for the model have been opened.

The C25 has become the most affordable offering in the Chetak line-up and the Pune-based company’s second model in the sub-Rs 100,000 category. The new electric scooter will sit alongside the existing Chetak variants 3501, 3502, 3503 and 3001. In the Indian market, it will compete with models such as the TVS Orbiter, TVS iQube 2.2, Hero Vida VX2 Go, Ola S1X and other models.

Zelio E-Mobility Launches 2026 Logix Cargo Scooter at ₹56,551

Minister Kumaraswamy Chairs Meeting on Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Scheme

Ducati Plans Ten Model Launches for Indian Market in 2026

Ducati plans to launch ten motorcycles in India and also expand its dealer network in the country during 2026, according to a statement released by the company.

The company plans to launch Desmo450 MX, Multistrada V4 Rally (2026 Edition), Panigale V4 Lamborghini, Panigale V4 Marquez Replica, Panigale V2 Special Edition MM93, Panigale V2 Special Edition PB63, Monster V2, Diavel V4 RS, and Hypermotard V2/V2 SP. On January 2, it launched the Panigale V4R in January.

India Powers Cummins' Destination Zero

Cummins, the American giant of power systems, is no longer just building engines in India for Indians; it is using India as the laboratory and factory for the world. The transformation of India from a regional satellite into a global manufacturing hub is best exemplified by a single piece of hardware: the B6.7H hydrogen combustion engine, which has its application in construction equipment, industrial machinery, and off-highway applications.

In an aggressive bet on the future of clean energy, Cummins has designated its facility in Jamshedpur as the exclusive global manufacturing site for this specific platform. If a customer in Europe or North America wants a Cummins hydrogen engine of this capacity, it will carry a 'Made in India' stamp.

JK Tyre Targets Aerial Work Platforms as Next Growth Engine

As metro lines weave through cities and glass-fronted corporate hubs reach for the clouds, the machinery required to build and maintain them is undergoing a change as well.

For years, the market for Aerial Work Platforms (AWP), the sophisticated lifts and telescopic arms that allow workers to operate safely at height, was the exclusive playground of European and Chinese imports. Now, Indian companies such as JK Tyre are looking to disrupt this foreign hegemony with their homegrown range.

JK Tyre Expands Passenger Car Radial Production Capacity at Banmore Plant

Forvia Shifts Focus, Expands India’s Role Beyond Services

In the global automotive sector, where geopolitical tariffs and rapidly divergent technological paths dictate business strategy, the quest for regional resilience has become paramount. For Martin Fischer, Group Chief Executive Officer of global auto component giant Forvia, this quest has led directly to India.

Fischer, a global automotive leader with over 25 years of experience, took the CEO reins in March, quickly moving to re-evaluate the company’s decade-spanning presence in the subcontinent. What he found was a significant footprint with around 6,000 employees, split between manufacturing operations and a robust engineering base, but a return on investment that felt out of sync with India's massive growth potential.

CNH to Bolster 'Make in India' Portfolio Through New Greenfield Plant by 2026

For much of 2025, the Indian construction equipment industry found itself mired in what Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director for India and SAARC at CASE Construction Equipment, describes as a “perfect storm.” A confluence of delayed highway projects, state funds diverted to populist welfare schemes, and a costly transition to cleaner engine standards left the sector facing a domestic slowdown that was largely product agnostic. Yet, where some see a slump, CNH Industrial, the parent company of CASE Construction Equipment, sees an opening to double down on the world’s most populous market.

Domestic CV OEMs Master Heavy-Duty Physics for India's Booming Infra Projects

The deepening alliance between commercial vehicle and construction equipment OEMs is turning a corner as domestic chassis and engines prove they have the muscle to support global-scale machinery.

For years, the sight of a massive boom pump, the spindly, mechanical arms used to pour concrete at dizzying heights, meant one thing to an automotive observer: an imported chassis. The extreme weight and stability requirements of these mega-machines often exceeded the engineering specifications of domestic truck frames. However, at the latest Excon gathering, a 56-meter boom pump standing tall on a homegrown Tata chassis signaled the ongoing evolution that is taking place in Indian automotive engineering.

Neolite ZKW Positions for Growth as Lighting Becomes a Differentiator

For many years, automotive lighting was treated simply as a functional necessity - to help drivers see and be seen. That perception has fundamentally changed. As modern vehicles become more design-led and electronics-heavy, lighting has emerged as one of the most visible and valuable components, playing a crucial and integrated role in supporting the aesthetics and architecture of new vehicle designs.

IPO-bound Neolite ZKW Lighting Ltd is betting big on this shift, positioning itself to ride the trend and drive its next phase of growth. With the premiumisation trend accelerating the adoption of LEDs and electronics, and EV-led design changes and localisation taking centre stage, the Haryana-based automotive lighting company believes its next phase of growth will be driven more by value per vehicle.

BillionE Mobility Secures $25 Million to Expand Electric Truck Fleet

BillionElectric Mobility has raised $25 million in growth capital through a combination of equity and debt financing to expand its electric truck operations across India's industrial corridors.

The funding round was supported by ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and financial institutions including State Bank of India. The capital will fund the deployment of more than 500 electric trucks during the 2026-27 financial year, along with fleet management systems and technology infrastructure.

Long Reads

How Greater Consumer Responsiveness Helped Indian Brands Overtake Global Giants

For the past two decades, India’s carmakers operated in the shadow of global benchmarks. German brands set the bar for engineering excellence, Japanese manufacturers defined reliability while Korean players raised the game on features and value. By contrast, Indian OEMs were focused on frugality and cost-efficient engineering but 2025 proved to be the year when they truly came of age.

For the first time in years, there was a structural shift in India’s passenger vehicle pecking order, with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra both overtaking Hyundai to break into the top three by domestic retail sales.

From Rs 431 Crore Loss to Recovery: Inside TIL’s Comeback

In 1944, as the Second World War disrupted global supply chains and sent equipment prices spiralling, three enterprising Scotsmen; Alan Ramsay, Charles Porter, and Robert Wilson, spotted an opportunity in India's infrastructure hunger. They established Tractors India (later rechristened as TIL) as the authorised dealer for Caterpillar Inc., becoming one of the first companies to bring American earthmoving technology to the subcontinent.

A year later, two Danish refugees, Henning Holck-Larsen and Soren Toubro, followed a similar path, signing an agreement with Caterpillar to market earthmoving equipment, giving rise to what became Larsen & Toubro.

Sales Analysis

TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Hero Open 2026 on a Strong Note, E-2W Sales Cross 55,000 in January First-Half

The Indian electric vehicle (EV) industry has closed the first half of January of 2026 with retail sales of over 100,000 units. Between January 1 and 15, a total of 100,819 EVs across segments have been delivered to buyers across India. They are led by e-2-wheelers (55,410 units) which account for 55% of total EV sales, followed by e-3-wheelers (35,405 units, 35% share), e-passenger vehicles (9,055 units, 9% share) and e-commercial vehicles (949, 1% share).

In the e-2W segment, the top four OEMs, have opened CY2026 on the same strong note wherein they exited CY2025.

Two-Wheeler Sales Hit Record High in October-December Quarter with 5.7 Million Units

India’s Top 30 SUVs, MPVs In 2025; Hyundai Creta Pips Tata Nexon To Top Spot

If the passenger vehicle industry in India achieved its best-ever annual wholesales of 4.48 million units in 2025, up 5% YoY, then the credit once again goes to the utility vehicle (UV) segment which comprises SUVs and MPVs. The UV sub-segment continues to be the shining star of the Indian PV industry, even as demand returned belatedly to the car segment (up 0.5% YoY) compared to CY2024 when hatchback and sedan sales were down 14 percent.

With record wholesales (factory dispatches) of 2.95 million SUVs and MPVs last year, the UV segment grew 7.43% YoY on a high base. This continuing strong performance has ensured that the UV share of the overall passenger vehicle market (cars, UVs and vans) has further risen in 2025 to 66%, improving upon the 64% in 2024 and 57% in 2023.

SUV Share of PV Market Jumps to New High of 66% in 2025

Commercial Vehicle Sales Hit Record Q3 High with 21.5% Growth at 2.90 Lakh Units

Construction Equipment Industry Domestic Sales Down 10% Amid Infrastructure Slowdown

Video Playlist

What Drove BMW India’s Strongest Sales Performance Yet

BMW India recorded its best-ever sales performance in 2025, delivering 18,001 vehicles and growing 14% year-on-year. In this conversation with Prerna Lidhoo, Hardeep Singh Brar, President & CEO, BMW Group India, breaks down why the luxury carmaker had a standout year and what’s driving the next phase of growth.

From electrification and long-wheelbase models to an assured buyback programme for EVs, aggressive product launches, and rapid network expansion, Brar explains the strategy powering BMW India’s momentum. He also addresses foreign exchange volatility, potential US tariff risks, and the evolving profile of India’s luxury car buyers.

Has India's Auto Components Industry Trumped The Tariff Equation?

India’s auto component industry has begun FY26 on a stable footing, supported by steady domestic vehicle demand and a resilient aftermarket, even as global trade uncertainties and tariff pressures continue to weigh on exports.

In a conversation with Autocar Professional, Vikrampati Singhania, President of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) and Managing Director of JK Fenner (India) Ltd, along with Vinnie Mehta, Director General, Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India, shared insights into the sector’s performance, export trends and emerging risks.

Insights & Interpretations

Riding with India: Celebrating 25 Years of Mobility, Partnership, and Progress- Tsutsumu Otani

Over the past 25 years, India’s mobility story has evolved alongside the everyday lives of its people. This transformation stems from a deep human belief: to build a society that experiences the joy and freedom of mobility.

Across cities, towns, and villages, mobility solutions have enabled people by delivering freedom, convenience, and enjoyment while meeting India’s evolving needs. Mobility has not just been about machines. We create mobility that unlocks freedom, expands possibilities, and strengthens trust in everyday lives. This commitment has been guided by the responsibility of being a trusted mobility partner making mobility safer, more inclusive, more innovative, and increasingly responsible, while offering universal and essential value for people.

Building Trust in New-Age EV Brands: Key Lessons from 2025

India’s electric vehicle journey has reached a stage where scale is no longer theoretical. Ambitions remain firm at 30 percent of private cars, 70 percent of commercial vehicles, 40 percent of buses and 80 percent of two and three wheelers by 2030, translating to nearly 80 million EVs on the road.

In 2025 registrations crossed 2.02 million units, already eclipsing the full year 2024 total of 1.95 million. Electric two-wheelers lead the surge with 1.2 million registrations so far. These headline numbers signal momentum, yet the deeper takeaway from the market response seen in 2025 is that adoption has moved faster than long-term trust and ownership confidence.

EV Retrofits Emerge as Fast-Track Solution for India's Commercial Vehicle Transition

India's push toward electric mobility may find an unexpected accelerator in retrofitting existing internal combustion engine vehicles, according to Exponent Energy executives who argue the approach could dramatically speed up the country's transition to zero-emission transport.

With approximately 5-6 million three-wheelers currently operating across India, replacing the entire fleet through new vehicle sales alone would take at least a decade, even if all new sales were electric from tomorrow. Industry observers suggest the actual timeline could stretch to 20 years.

Earnings Report Card

Tata Technologies Posts 3.2% QoQ Revenue Growth in Q3 FY26

Tata Technologies Limited on Thursday reported a sequential improvement in revenues for the quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3 FY26), supported by growth in its services business and multiple strategic deal wins, even as margins were impacted by one-time costs.

The Tata Group company posted total operating revenues of ₹13,657 million in Q3 FY26, registering a growth of 3.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). Revenues from the services segment stood at ₹10,602 million, up 4.7% QoQ. In dollar terms, services revenues were reported at $118.6 million, reflecting a 2.6% sequential increase.

SML Mahindra Reports 62% Revenue Growth in Q3

SML Mahindra Limited reported revenue from operations of Rs 539.27 crores for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, up 62.5% from Rs 331.80 crores in the corresponding quarter last year. Net profit surged to Rs 17.54 crores compared to Rs 0.53 crores in Q3 FY2025.

The Punjab-based commercial vehicle manufacturer's profit before tax reached Rs 23.52 crores for the quarter, compared to Rs 0.75 crores in Q3 FY2025. Basic and diluted earnings per share for the quarter stood at Rs 12.11 versus Rs 0.36 in the year-ago perio

Landmark Cars Reports 10.8% Revenue Growth in Q3FY26; Highest Quarterly Performance

Landmark Cars Limited reported consolidated total revenue from operations of Rs 1,849 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, marking a 10.78% increase compared to Rs 1,669 crore in Q3FY25.

The company achieved an 11.59% sequential growth over Q2FY26, which recorded Rs 1,657 crore in revenue. For the nine-month period ending December 2025, total revenue reached Rs 4,921 crore, up 20% from Rs 4,101 crore in the corresponding period last year.

Entry & Exits

Nissan Appoints Thierry Sabbagh as India President in Leadership Restructure

Nissan has announced significant leadership changes across its Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania region, with Thierry Sabbagh assuming an expanded role that now includes oversight of the Indian market.

Effective January 1, 2026, Sabbagh has been appointed Divisional Vice President and President for Middle East, KSA, CIS and India, covering both Nissan and Infiniti brands. The appointment forms part of Nissan's Re:Nissan transformation plan aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer focus.

Nissan India Appoints Gagan Mangal as Head of Communications

Schaeffler Names Maximilian Fiedler as Regional CEO for Asia Pacific

Schaeffler has appointed Maximilian Fiedler, 38, as Regional Chief Executive Officer for Asia Pacific. The appointment took effect on January 1, and includes a position on Schaeffler Group's Executive Board.

Fiedler had been serving as Chief Financial Officer for the Asia Pacific region since 2022. In June 2025, he took on the regional CEO role temporarily while continuing his CFO responsibilities.

Switch Mobility Appoints Sonali Singh as Head of Marketing

Switch Mobility has appointed Sonali Singh as Head of Marketing, bringing on board a seasoned brand and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience across Tata Motors, Bosch, HCL, Panasonic and Deloitte, as the company sharpens its focus on accelerating electric mobility in mass transportation.

In her new role, Singh will spearhead brand strategy, integrated marketing, digital initiatives and public relations, working closely with the leadership team to drive market expansion and strengthen Switch Mobility’s positioning in the electric commercial vehicle space.

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