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Mercedes S-Class S 450e PHEV India Launch on June 15: Why the 100 km EV Range Matters
Mercedes-Benz will launch the 2026 S-Class facelift in India on June 15, led by the S 450e plug-in hybrid. The 22 kWh battery and claimed 100 km electric-only range make this a luxury launch with real fuel-cost and charging-behaviour relevance.
BYD India First Plug-In Hybrid Debuts June 9: Why It Matters for Fuel Costs and EV Buyers
BYD is preparing to debut its first plug-in hybrid model for India on June 9, adding DM-i hybrid technology to a line-up that has so far been EV-only. The move could reshape how premium SUV buyers compare charging access, petrol use and long-distance convenience.
Delhi-NCR Old Truck and Bus Replacement Scheme Puts Rs 9,585 Crore Behind Cleaner Fleets
The Union Cabinet has approved a two-year Rs 9,585 crore support scheme to help about 2.07 lakh Delhi-NCR truck and bus owners replace BS-IV or older vehicles with BS-VI, stricter-emission or electric alternatives.
Maruti Suzuki's First E100 Vehicle Debut Puts Ethanol Fuel Readiness in Focus
Maruti Suzuki is expected to unveil India's first E100-compatible passenger vehicle on June 5, making pure-ethanol mobility a real consumer question beyond the current E20 petrol blend.
JSW's 30 GWh Lithium-Ion Cell Plan Could Reshape India's EV Battery Supply Chain
JSW Group has reportedly finalised a 30 GWh lithium-ion cell plant plan with a joint venture partner and over $1.3 billion investment, signalling a deeper localisation push for its new energy vehicle business.
Hero Flex-Fuel Splendor+ and HF Deluxe Bring Ethanol Bikes Into India's Commuter Market
Hero MotoCorp has unveiled flex-fuel versions of the Splendor+ and HF Deluxe, with deliveries expected from July and wider portfolio rollout dependent on E85-E100 fuel pricing and pump availability.
Netradyne-NHEV AI Safety Layer to Support India's E-Highways and EV Freight Shift
Netradyne and National Highways for Electric Vehicles will deploy AI-led fleet monitoring and predictive risk detection across NHEV-supported commercial EV corridors, adding a digital safety layer to India's planned 5,500 km e-highway network.
Hyundai Motor India May 2026 Sales Rise to 61,137 Units as Domestic Demand Stays Ahead of Exports
Hyundai Motor India reported 47,837 domestic sales in May 2026, up 9.1% year-on-year, while total sales reached 61,137 units with exports of 13,300 units. The update signals resilient domestic passenger-vehicle demand and matters for buyers, fuel users, dealers, logistics providers and auto suppliers.
Oben Rorr Evo Crosses 25,000 Bookings as June Deliveries Put Electric Motorcycles Back in Focus
Oben Electric said the Rorr Evo crossed 25,000 bookings within 15 days, with deliveries scheduled from June 2026 and an introductory Rs. 99,999 ex-showroom price for the first 10,000 customers. The milestone matters for fuel-conscious riders, EV motorcycle buyers, dealers and petrol-bike competitors.
Ola Electric May 2026 Registrations Rise 23% as Fuel-Cost Pressure Keeps EV Scooters in Focus
Ola Electric reported 15,139 registrations in May 2026, up 23% month-on-month from April and ahead of the wider electric two-wheeler industry growth rate. The update matters for fuel-sensitive commuters, gig riders, EV dealers and investors tracking whether Ola can sustain its recovery.
Kia India Posts Record May 2026 Sales at 27,586 Units as SUV and MPV Demand Stays Strong
Kia India reported its highest-ever May sales at 27,586 units in May 2026, up 23.6% year-on-year, with demand led by Seltos, Sonet, Carens Clavis, Clavis EV and MY26 Syros. The update is a strong signal for SUV buyers, dealers, logistics providers and the wider passenger-vehicle market.
Ashok Leyland May 2026 Sales Fall 4% as LCV Growth Fails to Offset M&HCV Bus Weakness
Ashok Leyland reported May 2026 total vehicle sales of 14,923 units, down 4% year-on-year, with M&HCV sales falling 13% and bus volumes dropping 39%. LCV sales rose 15% to 5,957 units, giving India logistics a mixed signal: last-mile demand is active, but heavier vehicle demand remains uneven.
TVS Motor May 2026 Sales Hit 5.66 Lakh Units as EV and Export Demand Set Fresh Highs
TVS Motor Company recorded 566,585 units in May 2026, up 31% year-on-year, with electric vehicle sales rising 56% to 43,632 units and international business up 49% to 175,991 units. The numbers point to stronger two-wheeler demand, faster EV adoption and export-led production momentum.
Tata Motors May 2026 CV Sales Rise 17% as Domestic Freight Demand Lifts Logistics Signal
Tata Motors reported 32,850 commercial vehicle sales in May 2026, up 17% year-on-year, with domestic CV sales rising 19% to 30,784 units. The stronger SCV, pickup, passenger carrier and truck numbers point to healthier freight and mobility activity, even as export volumes softened.
Suzuki Motorcycle India Hits Record May 2026 Sales at 1.32 Lakh Units as Domestic and Export Demand Grow
Suzuki Motorcycle India posted its highest-ever monthly sales in May 2026 with 1,32,244 units, including record domestic dispatches of 1,10,028 units and exports of 22,216 units. The update matters for fuel-conscious two-wheeler buyers, dealers, parts suppliers and export-linked logistics.
Hero MotoCorp May 2026 Sales Rise to 5.70 Lakh Units as VIDA EVs and Exports Gain Momentum
Hero MotoCorp reported 570,068 wholesale dispatches in May 2026, up from 507,701 units a year earlier, with scooter sales more than doubling, exports rising nearly 78%, and VIDA recording 19,052 VAHAN registrations. The update matters for commuters, dealers, EV buyers and two-wheeler market watchers tracking fuel-sensitive demand.