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Marks the automaker's first dedicated service center in the South Goa region. By Dev Vadchhedia 17 Apr 2026 1 Views .Mercedes-Benz India inaugurated a new service facility in Margao, Goa, on April 17, 2026. Operated by franchise partner Counto Motors, the site marks the brand's first dedicated service center located in the South Goa region. The Margao facility spans a total built-up area of nearly 8,600 square feet, which includes a covered showroom area measuring around 4,300 square feet.

At FADA Vyapar Delhi conference, CM signals shift towards mandatory EV adoption by 2027, calls for stronger charging infrastructure and industry push By Mukul Yudhveer Singh 17 Apr 2026 1 Views Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called on automobile dealers to play a more proactive role in accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption, urging them to motivate customers to shift towards cleaner mobility solutions as part of Delhi’s broader anti-pollution strategy.

As Delhi sharpens its EV policy framework, dealers call for inclusion, policy stability and infrastructure support, while highlighting their ₹7,150 crore annual tax contribution.

Bengaluru startup opens deliveries of its 400km-range electric scooter, its fourth product move in 2026. By Shruti Shiraguppi 17 Apr 2026 1 Views Simple Energy on April 17 announced the price of its Simple Ultra electric scooter at INR 2,34,999 (ex-showroom), with deliveries now underway across its retail network in India. The Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler maker unveiled the Ultra earlier this year as part of its Gen 2 portfolio.

Shareholders warn that a luxury-first approach may be out of step with what Chinese consumers want today. By Arushi Bhatia 17 Apr 2026 1 Views Investors pressed Mercedes-Benz on its China recovery plans at the automaker's annual shareholders' meeting on Thursday, warning that an overly luxury-focused strategy could undermine the German brand's efforts to win back consumers in the world's largest car market, according to a Reuters report.

TKSM launches UTrust brand in Whitefield with certified vehicles, proprietary warranty, and end-to-end documentation support. By Shruti Shiraguppi 17 Apr 2026 1 Views Toyota Kirloskar Sundaram Mobility Pvt Ltd (TKSM) on April 17, 2026, inaugurated its first multi-brand pre-owned car retail outlet under the UTrust brand in Whitefield, Bengaluru, marking the company's entry into the certified used-car retail segment.

Third-gen Duster midsize SUV marks volume revival for Renault India which crossed the 5,000-units monthly wholesales mark after a hiatus of 35 months. With 1,402 units, the midsize SUV had a 28% model-wise share and was the company’s second best-selling model after the Triber MPV.

Tata Semiconductor's ₹91,000 crore facility across 66 hectares is set to employ 21,000 persons at the Gujarat site. By Shruti Shiraguppi 17 Apr 2026 1 Views The central government on April 9, 2026, notified a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited at Dholera, Gujarat — India's first chip fabrication plant — covering 66.166 hectares and projected to employ 21,000 persons in electronic hardware, software, and IT-enabled services.

Ashok Leyland banks on twin‑fuel flexibility, aiming for 20% CNG share as customers weigh economics and policy. By Mukul Yudhveer Singh 17 Apr 2026 1 Views Ashok Leyland has ruled out any immediate impact of the proposed EV policy in Delhi on commercial vehicle demand, even as it acknowledged that customers are increasingly evaluating fuel choices more closely amid shifting economics and regulatory signals.

At its annual media briefing on Thursday, Bosch said India is a large and one of the few globally growing markets, with growth expected to continue in the coming years. By Shahkar Abidi 16 Apr 2026 1 Views Global component major Bosch Ltd claims  that as Indian auto and other companies prefer to forge their own paths and trajectories, they want to become part of this growth journey.