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Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group, reported its highest-ever first-quarter commercial vehicle volumes, revenue and profit after tax (PAT) for Q1 FY27, supported by strong demand across key vehicle segments. The company sold 48,763 commercial vehicles in Q1 FY27, up from 44,238 units in the corresponding quarter last year.

Voltai, a mobility startup backed by Aboitiz Power Corporation through 1882 Energy Ventures, plans to expand its motorcycle battery-swapping network in the Philippines from 2027, with a medium-term target of around 1,000 battery-swapping stations. The company currently operates 15 battery-swapping stations across Metro Manila, strategically located at Cleanfuel gasoline stations.

Pulse Energy has joined Unified Bharat eCharge (UBC) as one of the first certified technology enablers, supporting the nationwide interoperable EV charging network launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

EMO Energy has entered into a strategic partnership with electric two-wheeler manufacturer e-Sprinto to deploy 8,000 electric scooters across India during the current financial year, targeting commercial mobility applications in the quick-commerce and last-mile delivery sectors. The deployment will integrate e-Sprinto’s electric scooter platforms with EMO Energy’s ZenPac liquid-cooled battery technology, designed to support high-utilisation fleet operations.

BikeWo Green Tech Limited has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hala Mobility to explore the deployment and management of electric vehicle (EV) fleets, with an initial proposed deployment of approximately 1,000 EVs. The companies intend to scale the fleet to approximately 10,000 electric vehicles over the next three years, subject to the performance of the initial phase, commercial viability, operational requirements and mutually agreed arrangements.

JTA International Investment Holding and WATT Electric Vehicle Company have entered into a long-term strategic partnership to establish Qatar’s first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant and jointly develop a new generation of electric vehicles designed specifically for the Gulf region. Under the partnership, the vehicles will be engineered in the United Kingdom and manufactured at a new advanced production facility in Qatar.

BLive, an integrated commercial electric vehicle (EV) mobility platform in India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Motors to deploy up to 1,000 Tata electric mini trucks through its BLive PRIME franchise-owned commercial EV fleet programme. The partnership aims to accelerate the electrification of last-mile and intra-city logistics while expanding BLive’s presence in India’s growing cargo EV segment.

As Daimler Truck marks 130 years since the invention of the world’s first truck, the lessons of mobility remain central to India’s next phase of economic growth. Every economy creates opportunity. The most successful ones are the ones that can move it. A farmer may produce more than a local market can consume. A manufacturer may build world-class products. An entrepreneur may identify demand hundreds of kilometres away.

Mahindra Group has appointed Shveta Arya as Group Chief Strategy Officer, effective September 15, 2026. She will also join the senior management of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. In her new role, Arya will lead the Group Strategy Office, working across Mahindra Group’s portfolio of businesses to identify growth opportunities, unlock value and strengthen long-term strategic positioning.

Ola Electric has reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, marking the first full quarter following the company’s FY26 operational reset. The electric vehicle manufacturer said the quarter reflected a transition from restructuring to disciplined growth, supported by improved operational efficiency, higher vehicle deliveries, and a rebound in market share.