Lijee Philip

It's an automatic shift! Car buyers changing gear fast for smooth drive

The adoption of automatic transmission has been across age groups and urban and semi-urban markets, ...

Auto companies ramp up discounts, cut prices amid demand revival hope

Sales of cars, utility vehicles and vans — collectively referred to as passenger vehicles (PVs) — ha...

India’s small towns turn boomtowns for auto financing

Finance penetration is growing exponentially, according to auto dealers. Growing aspiration for car ...

CNG, hybrid cars take expressway to drive past EVs

The Indian car market is seeing a rise in CNG and hybrid vehicles, outpacing electric cars.Mumbai: T...

Lenders line up offers to turbocharge Rural auto sales

Banks and finance companies are offering lower interest rates, free insurance, and longer repayment ...

Why India's auto industry is betting big on the grand re-entry of small cars

Some reports say the local unit of Japan’s Suzuki Motor is already testing small electric vehicles.O...

Auto Inc seeks policy boost for faster transition to green vehicles

By setting a minimum driving range requirement for PHEVs, Indian policymakers can incentivise develo...

Carmakers revving up style quotient: SUVs get a coupé makeover to woo a competitive market

The coupé versions represent a fusion of style and versatility, appealing to consumers who desire th...

To unlock full potential of Finance & IT Arms, Mahindra & Mahindra to rev up services business

"The contribution of 'services businesses' to M&M's net cash generation is almost INR 7,000 cror...

Motown Switches to Festive Gear with New Models

Tata Motors, Nissan, Citroen, Mahindra & Mahindra, MG Motors, Kia, Hyundai, Volkswagen (VW) and ...

Offers in trunk...your next car’s trying to drive towards you

As companies balance between preserving margins and maintaining market share, consumers may find the...

Carmakers take the multiple powertrain ride

Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki are at the forefront of the shift in India towards multi powertrains, ...

Hybrids likely to outrun EVs soon in market share battle

The combination of fuel efficiency, lower operating costs, and reduced emissions make hybrids an att...

Hybrids catching up fast with EVs; Maruti, Toyota driving growth

With demand remaining strong, and automakers such as Hyundai Motor and Kia reportedly exploring the ...

Off-roading mania sweeps India: Thrill-seekers conquer challenging terrain

For outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies, there’s no greater object of desire than a rugged 4x...

Luxury car companies keep it cool inside with advanced glass coatings

Merc, Audi and Volvo are using thermally insulated glass tech to prevent excess heat buildup in cabi...