Hyundai India MD & CEO Tarun Garg speaks to Business Today TV on the launch of the new Bayon, the company’s export ambitions, its $15 billion investment announcement and plans to make 50% of its portfolio electric, hybrid and CNG-powered by 2030. Garg also shares the company’s growth outlook for FY27, festive demand expectations and the possibility of another price hike amid rising commodity costs.
Can a CNG SUV deliver turbocharged performance without compromising on fuel efficiency? Mahindra aims to answer that question with the new Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG, combining a turbocharged engine with factory-fitted CNG technology in its popular compact SUV. In this review, Business Today's Chetan Bhutani takes the XUV 3XO ZNG out on the road to assess its performance in petrol and CNG modes, acceleration, drivability, ride quality, handling and overall comfort. We also look at its features, cabin experience, practicality, boot space and suitability for everyday city driving as well as longer journeys. With prices starting at ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and a manufacturer-claimed fuel efficiency of 24.7 km/kg, the XUV 3XO ZNG promises to bring together performance and lower running costs. The SUV also claims to deliver 200 Nm of torque in both petrol and CNG modes.
Stellantis India MD and CEO Shailesh Hazela outlines the company’s roadmap for India through 2030 under the global Fast Lane 2030 strategy. The plan includes seven all-new products and five refreshed models across Jeep and Citroën, supported by an additional investment of around ₹4,000 crore in product development, localisation and customer experience. The first launch is scheduled for Q2 2027. Hazela discusses the implications of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement for completely built-up units (CBUs) and locally manufactured vehicles, the company’s export ambitions for powertrains and vehicles, and its multi-energy strategy spanning ICE, hybrid, electric and CNG technologies.
India’s auto retail sales hit a record 25.37 lakh units in September, with five of six vehicle categories posting their highest-ever monthly sales. Two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, three-wheelers and tractors all recorded strong year-on-year growth, while EV penetration reached new highs. Business Today’s Karan Dhar breaks down the latest FADA data, including rising EV adoption, the changing two-wheeler and passenger vehicle rankings, and the renewed dominance of petrol powertrains. The report also highlights affordability concerns as vehicle prices rise and explains why October and the Diwali festive season will be crucial for the auto sector. Like, Share, and Subscribe to Business Today.
Kia’s flagship premium three-row SUV, the Sorento, has finally entered the Indian market. The Sorento comes with diesel and strong hybrid powertrains. It is the first mass market strong hybrid vehicle which comes with an all-wheel drive option. The Sorento nameplate started in 2002. Since then, it has evolved into a family SUV so much so that the Sorento ranks among Kia’s top three global models by volume. The Sorento may not announce its performance with an aggressive front fascia, but beneath its understated face lies a powertrain that can deliver serious punch. It combines strong power with brisk acceleration, making its unassuming exterior somewhat deceptive once you get behind the wheel. Watch the full review to know more.
ASSOCHAM President Nirmal Minda says India’s economic growth remains strong despite global geopolitical volatility and high inflation in several countries. Minda says consumption, GST collections and auto sales are positive, while growth may moderate slightly but the long-term outlook remains optimistic. He also says ASSOCHAM will present recommendations to the government on simplifying regulations and improving ease of doing business.
The Mahindra Thar OG gets more features, mechanical updates and an unchanged starting price of ₹10.32 lakh. But do these changes make it a better SUV? Chetan Bhutani drives the new Thar OG to assess its ride quality, performance, handling and off-road capability, while taking a closer look at the updated interior, technology and features.
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Executive Vivek Srivatsa says the company continues to see robust demand for EVs across segments, with a significant number of first-time buyers entering the market. Despite a high base from September 2025 potentially moderating growth numbers, Tata EVs have recorded 54% YTD growth and the company expects to maintain this trajectory. Production will also be ramped up in the coming months. On exports, Srivatsa says Tata EVs are market leaders in Nepal, have seen phenomenal sales in South Africa, and are exploring new international markets.
MG’s new electric SUV promises a 517km claimed range, strong performance, a spacious cabin and 7-seat practicality. In this detailed review, Chetan Bhutani puts the Tomahawk EV through its paces, looking at its real-world performance, ride quality, range, features, technology, ADAS and everyday usability. With a 69.2kWh battery and 204hp electric motor, does the Hector Tomahawk EV deliver what it promises? Watch the full review for our detailed take on MG’s newest electric SUV.
The new BMW 7 Series gets a sharper design, more technology and enhanced luxury features. Starting at ₹1.95 crore, the updated flagship sedan brings a refreshed exterior, upgraded cabin and new tech features. Here’s a detailed walkthrough of the new BMW 7 Series and everything that has changed.
BMW India President Hardeep Singh Brar discusses the launch of the new BMW i7, the company’s upcoming price hike and its EV sales target. Brar also shares BMW India’s growth outlook for the festive season and its ambition to outperform the overall luxury car market.
Tata’s latest electric SUV brings a strong mix of technology, design and EV features. In this first look, we explore the new Tata Curvv EV and the technology it offers, especially for first-time EV buyers in India.
JSW Group and Volkswagen are set to deepen their partnership in India through a proposed 51:49 joint venture, potentially reshaping the passenger vehicle market. Karan Dhar explains why the deal matters for both companies, from JSW’s growing automotive ambitions to Volkswagen’s efforts to regain market share in India. Gaurav Sharma, Associate VP & Head of Research, Globe Capital, views the partnership positively, pointing to JSW’s experience with MG Motor India and the potential for stronger competition. With JSW also expanding into EVs, buses and its own automotive brand, the alliance could mark a major step in India’s evolving auto landscape.
Maruti recently launched a facelift for one of their popular premium hatchbacks, the 2026 Baleno, at Rs 6.10 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards with minor updates to its styling, new features and a brand-new powertrain as well. While this launch has sparked a lot of excitement, Business Today’s Chetan Bhutani got his hands on the wheel.
Maruti Suzuki Senior Executive Officer, Sales and Marketing, Partho Banerjee, says demand for the new Baleno is strong following its launch, with customers showing increasing preference for premium hatchbacks. He expects the company to see a strong festive season on a like-to-like basis and said the overall industry could grow around 10%, with Maruti Suzuki looking to further increase its market share. Banerjee also highlighted the introduction of Level 2 ADAS in the new Baleno.
Ashok Leyland, the country’s second-largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, is making serious efforts to localise the electric vehicle technology. “This is a real issue. Sometimes we feel that we created this whole diesel economy in the country over the past 70 years. The diesel trucks that we sell are 99% locally made. As the industry shifts to electrification, the amount of imported content is higher than 50%. Now it is time to redo the whole story all over again for the newer technology. India has done it before, India can do it again,” Shenu Agarwal, the managing director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, told BT in an interview. “The only challenge is how soon we can do it, how fast we can develop the technology on our own, how fast we can create a supplier ecosystem for electrics around us so that we can achieve the same level of localization as we have created for diesel,” explained Agarwal. Ashok Leyland announced a partnership with CALB to localise battery packs last year. The partnership has two phases. “The first phase is something which is pretty much behind us in a way that we have decided to set up a pack manufacturing facility near Chennai where we will be setting up a new factory for packs. We will have our own pack design. We will have our own BMS (battery management system) design over a period of time. Technology wise, we will be self-sufficient. Also, the amount of localization we will do other than cells will be of a very high order. We are not doing this for ourselves,” Agarwal said, adding that Ashok Leyland is willing to work with other auto OEMs to supply battery packs. The second step, he said, is about making cells in India. “That is still under the planning phase. We can give some more news in the times to come. Right now, we are evaluating various options on the cell side,” said Agarwal.
Non-local vehicle control software can be a national security issue, according to Eka Mobility founder, chairman and managing director Sudhir Mehra. The control of software, the heart of an electric vehicle, has to reside in India because these are smart and intelligent vehicles which can be started, moved and stopped remotely, said Mehta. "Cyber protection is an important part in any vehicle control software and there is a very clear roadmap that we have," said Mehta.
Mercedes-Benz India MD & CEO Santosh Iyer on resilient luxury car demand, rising costs and rupee depreciation, and the possibility of further calibrated price hikes. He also discusses the premiumisation trend, with 28% of Mercedes-Benz sales coming from cars priced above ₹1.5 crore, and the outlook for the luxury car market.
Olectra Greentech MD Mahesh Babu on the company’s electric truck ambitions, 8,500+ bus order book, Hyderabad manufacturing expansion, R&D investments and plans to scale production to 10,000 units annually over the next 2–3 years.
Maruti Suzuki’s Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Partho Banerjee, says demand indicators for the next 2-3 months remain positive. He discusses the auto industry’s growth, the outlook for small cars and SUVs, market-share gains and whether the current strong sales momentum can be sustained.
Hyundai Motor India MD & CEO Tarun Garg says India’s 7.8% GDP growth is a positive signal for the automobile industry and reflects a healthy growth environment. He also discusses sales momentum, price hikes, SUV demand across petrol, diesel and EV powertrains, automation at Hyundai’s new EV facility and the company’s capacity and export outlook.
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