India’s EV battery demand is forecast to rise sharply over the next decade, surging from an estimated 17.7 GWh in 2025 to 256.3 GWh by 2032, according to the 2025 EV Battery Technology Review Report by Customized Energy Solutions (CES). This amounts to more than a 14-fold increase in battery demand across the country’s electric…
Hyundai NEXO five-star safety was confirmed as the all-new hydrogen-powered SUV from Hyundai Motor Company received the highest five-star rating in the latest European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) safety tests. The top score underscores Hyundai’s long-term commitment to safety and zero-emission mobility, expanding on recent five-star results achieved by other Hyundai models, including…
Luxury car sales decline sharply in China as a slowing economy and shifting consumer preferences dampen demand for high-end foreign vehicles, with European brands feeling the impact. Yahoo Finance In China, demand for foreign luxury cars such as Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Aston Martin is falling as buyers increasingly choose more affordable Chinese models. A…
Rubber King heavy-duty tyres took centre stage at EXCON 2025, South Asia’s largest construction equipment show in Bengaluru, with the launch of two new products aimed at tough jobsite demands. Machine Maker The company introduced the 19.5R24 Emperador pneumatic tyre, engineered for mixed terrains with improved grip, a strengthened casing, and a durable tread pattern…
We’ve officially crossed the invisible line between engineering and emotion. Between rubber and romance. Somewhere between ‘Check the tyres’ to ‘Handle with care, they’re catching feelings.
Himadri Speciality Chemical, India’s largest speciality carbon black manufacturer, said it has not seen any impact of the recent US tariffs on its exports. According to CMD and CEO Anurag Choudhary, the company has been able to retain its American customer base despite higher prices caused by the tariff changes. Choudhary said the company’s long-standing…
The Hyundai Motor Group and Michelin have signed a third memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance tyre technology tailored for future mobility, including electric and off-road vehicles. Hyundai Under this three-year collaboration, the companies will jointly develop tyres with extremely low rolling resistance to improve efficiency, as well as high-performance tyres designed for better handling…
Traction News reports that BKT Europe restructures OEM Sales by revising its global OEM sales organisation. The company announced that, effective 24 November 2025, the role of President Global OEM Sales (formerly held by Ludovic Revel) has been eliminated. Under the new structure, all regional divisions will now report directly to Lucia Salmaso, Managing Director…
India’s tyre industry is hitting global strides; four Indian tyre manufacturers have been ranked among the world’s top 20 tyre makers, according to a recent report. The companies are: These rankings reflect their growing production volumes, export strength, and investments in innovation. Indian tyre makers have leveraged low-cost manufacturing, expanding capacity, and strong global demand…
India’s sweeping labour-code reforms, hailed as the biggest workforce overhaul since Independence, have triggered predictable debates: compliance costs, wage impacts, grey areas in implementation, and state-level ambiguity. But beyond the noise lies a quieter, far more consequential truth: This isn’t a regulatory update for auto retail. This is a cultural reset. Dealerships are among the…
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