On June 12, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), in a social media post, announced that it has recently established a BSR Test Facility (Buzz, Squeak, and Rattle). It is housed within ARAI's Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Lab. 
ARAI's new BSR facility creates a comprehensive simulation environm

On June 12, multiple sources reported that the United States rejected India’s request for talks at the WTO (World Trade Organization) over tariffs on automobiles and parts. The US stated the tariffs were needed to protect national security. A 25% tariff on all auto imports has been in place since April 3, 2025.
Based

On June 10, Quantum Energy announced the expansion of its state-of-the-art Net Zero Manufacturing Facility at Maheshwaram, located near the proposed FutureCity in Hyderabad. It will have the capacity to produce 200,000 electric scooters annually. The plant will have an area of 240,000 square feet and net-zero premise

On June 12, Cyient Semiconductors Private Limited and MIPS announced a collaboration to develop domain-optimized ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) and ASSP (application-specific standard product) solutions that leverage the MIPS Atlas portfolio of advanced, efficient processor IP. The partnership will fo

On June 12, Skoda Auto India outlined a range of key brand, product, network, and customer-centric initiatives aimed at driving momentum in the Indian market. Škoda Auto India’s product offensive strategy includes an ‘SUV for Everyone’ and enhancing its sedan heritage. It is planning to introduce a soon-to-be-launche

On June 12, HCLTech, a leading global technology company, announced that Volvo Cars has chosen HCLTech as one of its strategic suppliers for engineering services. Drawing on an established relationship in digital and PLM services, this agreement significantly expands HCLTech’s role to cover the delivery of end-to-end

On June 12, Cinemo announced that Mahindra has selected it as the infotainment technology provider for its range of electric-origin SUVs (eSUVs). Mahindra will integrate Cinemo’s CARS Connect Suite to deliver premium bring-your-own-device (BYOD) media experiences for its customers. Notably, the project progressed fro

On June 11, Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced a 5-star rating for the All-New Dzire in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP). The All-New Dzire becomes India’s first sedan to receive this recognition. The other model tested under Bharat NCAP, the New Age Baleno, scored 4 stars. Both cars are built o

On June 11, HARMAN, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., announced its new display will launch in the all-new Tata Harrier.ev, marking the first in-vehicle integration of Samsung’s proprietary Neo QLED technology, exclusively licensed to and optimized by HARMAN for automotive applications.
The launch repres

On June 10, multiple sources reported that the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, India, addressing a press conference in Switzerland, stated that China’s curbs on the export of rare-earth magnets are a ‘wake-up call’ which can impact important sectors like the auto industry and consumer goods.
The Indian gover

On June 10, Eastman Auto & Power Ltd announced a partnership with Vande Bharat E-Vehicles for a comprehensive battery supply agreement. It will supply high-quality lithium-ion batteries to power Vande Bharat's electric three-wheelers across India.
Based on Eastman Auto & Power Ltd social media updates 

On June 10, Talbros Automotive Components Limited (TACL) announced that it had won new orders worth INR 5.8 billion for its product lines like gaskets, heat shields, forging components, chassis, and hoses. These orders will be executed over the next 5 years.
It has received orders worth INR 2.6 billion (including INR

On June 11, Minda Corporation, the flagship company of the Spark Minda Group, announced a Joint Venture (JV) with Toyodenso for advanced automotive switches for the Indian market. Minda Corporation will have a majority stake in the newly formed venture with an investment in the agreed shareholding ratio of 60:40. Toy

On June 9, Tata Motors, in an investor update, announced that it aims to expand India’s public EV charging infrastructure fivefold by the end of FY30 (March 31, 2030). By FY25, the number of public charging points in India reached approximately 22,000 units. Currently, Tata Motors has installed 160,000 home charging

On June 9, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) introduced the 2025 Suzuki GSX-8R, now compliant with OBD-2B (On-Board Diagnostics) norms. With this, the Suzuki GSX-8R aligns with the latest emission regulations. It is powered by a 776cc parallel-twin DOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder engine paired with a 270-degree cra

On June 9, multiple sources reported that Continental would invest INR 1 billion to expand its presence in India’s passenger car and light truck (PLT) tire segment. The investment will be directed towards enhancing manufacturing capabilities at its Modipuram facility in Uttar Pradesh and broadening its product range.

On June 9, the CEO of Uno Minda, in a social media post, announced that Uno Minda Group has broken ground for a new two-wheeler lighting mega plant at IMT Kharkhoda. In May 2025, Uno Minda announced the consolidation and shifting of two-wheeler lighting manufacturing plants located at Bahadurgarh and Sonipat to a new

On June 10, Remsons Industries Limited announced that its step-down subsidiary company BEE Lighting Limited, has received a purchase order of INR 120 million from a premier German multi-brand OEM. The OEM has approached BEE Lighting Limited for exterior vehicle lighting design and development. 
Based on Remsons Indus

On May 29, Bajaj Auto, in an investor update, announced that it will introduce an electric three-wheeler by early July 2025. Pilot vehicles have completed 10,000 kilometers of extensive testing, confirming high build quality and best-in-class performance. The new e-rick, to be launched under a fresh brand, aims to ta

On June 6, multiple sources reported that JK Fenner has signed a strategic technology collaboration agreement with South Korea-based NMC Motors. The partnership will initially focus on developing and manufacturing e-axles for three-wheelers and small commercial vehicles (SCVs), with potential future expansion to four