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#EasyToEV campaign by Tata.ev makes switching to EVs effortless

Jaipur, August 2024.  Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors Ltd. and the pioneer of India's electric vehicle (EV) revolution, launched its #EasyToEV campaign – a myth busting campaign devised to educate customers and demystify several hearsays around EVs, fostering confidence among fence sitters and potential owners. This campaign was launched across platforms and was also showcased during the Tata IPL 2024 to capture a vast set of audience. This campaign is an extension to the Tata.ev’s ‘go.ev’ series of videos launched during last year’s Tata IPL 2023, which addressed various reasons for adopting an EV. Aimed at empowering the next generation of EV buyers in India, this year’s #EasyToEV campaign tackles key barriers through a series of relat...
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MINI kickstarts MINISCAPE in India

Gurugram, August 27, 2024. MINI India announces the launch of MINISCAPE – an adventure packed weekend driving experience. Conceptualised exclusively for MINI community, MINISCAPE offers unique weekend destination experiences across India. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, “MINI is more than just a car. At the heart of MINI is an unstoppable zest for life and a deep-rooted camaraderie that fuels every adventure. MINISCAPE is a celebration of the bond that unites MINI community with a vibrant, joyous experience. It is here that our philosophy for BIG LOVE intersects with the thrill of discovery, turning every journey into a story, every mile into a memory. With MINI, you’re not just in for the drive; you are a part of an adventure that makes life bigger, bolde...
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Pre-launch bookings open: The all-new BMW F 900 GS and F 900 GS Adventure

Gurugram, August 21,2024.  BMW Motorrad India will open bookings for the all-new BMW F 900 GS and F 900 GS Adventure from 12:30 Hrs, 21 August 2024 onwards. These motorcycles will be available as Completely Built-Up (CBU) models and can be booked at the BMW Motorrad India dealership network. The all-new BMW F 900 GS and the all-new BMW F 900 GS Adventure are new premium mid-range touring enduros from BMW Motorrad, that provide purist riding fun thanks to even more sophisticated off-road, touring and adventure capabilities. The all-new BMW F 900 GS heralds a new era in BMW Motorrad's off-road history and contains hardly any components of its predecessor, is significantly lighter and “Reduced to Perform.” The all-new BMW F 900 GS Adventure is the ideal tour companion for short or long ...
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Tata Motors signs MoU with Delta Electronics and Thunderplus Solutions to install 250 fast- charging stations

Mumbai, 21st August, 2024. Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, today announced that it is collaborating with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd to expand charging infrastructure for its electric commercial vehicles by setting up 250 new fast charging stations across the country. Strategically located in and around over 50 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Kochi among others, these new charging stations will significantly increase the existing network of 540 commercial vehicle charging points. E-commerce companies, parcel & courier service providers, among other industries, are increasing the adoption of commercial EVs for the last-mile deliveries to reduce their carbon footprint. Basis its understanding...
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Promotes Holistic Approach to Clean and Green Vehicle Mobility on the‘World Biofuel Day 2024’

New Delhi, August 2024.  As champions of sustainability, globally, Toyota is committed to Carbon Neutrality by 2050 and aims to achieve Net Zero Carbon in Manufacturing Operations by 2035 guided by Toyota Environmental Challenges 2050 (TEC 2050). Today, marking the World Biofuel Day, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reiterates its commitment to sustainable mobility. The company has been advancing greener mobility solutions with greater agility by introducing and supporting multiple clean technologies considering various factors such as the current energy mix, unique consumer needs, infrastructure readiness, and the Government’s diversified efforts towards becoming ‘Atma Nirbhar’ in energy by 2047. India is the fastest growing large economy. The country’s fossil fuel consumption alon...
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Tata Motors Launches Curvv.evat an attractive starting price of ₹ 17.49 lakh

Mumbai, August 2024. Defining a new era of SUV design, Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive manufacturer,today, officially launched the Curvv.ev and showcased the Tata Curvv. Built on 5 key pillars of ‘Shaped to Stun’, ‘Shaped for Grandeur’, ‘Shaped for Performance’, ‘Shaped for Innovative Technology’ and ‘Shaped for Absolute Safety’, the Curvv marks the Company’s entry in to the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.This new addition to the Tata Motors’ SUV range is a unique product blend ofSUV robustness and Coupe elegance. Breaking the clutter in a space dominated by boxy-SUV body styles, Tata Motors is proud to be the first OEM to bring this innovative body style to India, with the Curvv – India’ first SUV Coupe. As promised in 2022, today, the Company is launching the Curvv...
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. and Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. Collaborate to drive zero-emissions mobility in India

Mumbai, August 06, 2024. Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEML), the market leader in passenger electric vehicles in India, and Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. (TPREL), a leading entity in India's renewable energy landscape, a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Ltd., have joined hands to drive zero-emissions mobility in India through a combined solution of Electric Vehicles and Solar Rooftop Systems. Through this collaboration, TPEML will enable customers to get a solar rooftop system installed through TPREL. In addition, both companies will promote EVs / EV Charging and Solar Rooftop Systems to their respective customers to drive awareness of the benefits of solutions. Electric Vehicles (EVs), which have zero tailpipe emissions, and solar power systems, which generate emis...
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Hero MotoCorp and FIH Embark on Global Partnership

New Delhi, August 2024. The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is delighted to announce a new partnership with Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, for a period of five years. With this massively important agreement for hockey’s development, Hero MotoCorp becomesFIH’s Global Leadership Partner, and confirms their strong, long-term engagement with global hockey that has spanned over the past 15 years. This strategic alliance aims to elevate the sport to new heights,drive hockey’s global growth and inspire future generations of hockey enthusiasts worldwide. Dr.Pawan Munjal and Tayyab Ikram met on the side-lines of the ongoing Paris Olympics to discuss the collaboration. Commenting on the agreement, Dr. Pawan Munjal, Executive Chairman...
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Reopens Booking for Innova Hycross ZX& ZX (O) Grades

Bangalore, 2nd August 2024. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced the re-opening of bookings for the Innova Hycross ZX & ZX (O) models, effective 1st August 2024. Since its launch (Nov 2022), the Innova Hycross has received overwhelming customer response, appreciated for its proportions & poise of an SUV with the spaciousness of an MPV. The versatile Innova Hycross, available in both self-charging strong hybrid electric variant [SHEV] as well as gasoline variant, is celebrated for its glamor quotient, advanced technology, comfort, safety features and a thrill to drive. Owing to high demand situation, the bookings for the top end grades were put on hold temporarily. During this period, bookings for other grades of the Innova Hycross, both hybrid and gasoline, continued unabat...
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Tata Punch becomes the fastest to cross 4 Lakh sales milestone among SUVs

Mumbai, August 02, 2024. Tata Motors, India’s leading SUV manufacturer, is thrilled to announce that the Tata Punch has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming the fastest to cross 4 Lakh sales milestone among SUVs, in just 34 months. Launched in October 2021, the Tata Punch introduced India to the sub compact SUV category. With its tall stance, high ground clearance and commanding driving position, the Punch is a stunning bold SUV that provides an exhilarating driving experience while smoothly navigating the diverse Indian terrains. Demonstrating the same, the Tata Punch emerged as one of the first front-wheel drive SUV to conquer the unpredictable peak of Sandakphu. Manoeuvring its way through the steep gradients, it proved its SUV capability to the world and truly punched above its...
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Tata Motors registered total sales of 71,996 units in July 2024

Mumbai, August 01, 2024. Tata Motors Limited sales in the domestic & international market for July 2024 stood at 71,996 vehicles, compared to 80,633 units during July 2023. Domestic Sales Performance: CategoryJuly 2024July 2023% change (Y-o-Y)Total Domestic Sales70,16178,844-11% Commercial Vehicles: CategoryJuly 2024July 2023Growth (Y-o-Y)HCV Trucks6,4938,502-24%ILMCV Trucks4,3414,899-11%Passenger Carriers4,4244,2923%SCV cargo and pickup10,17813,523-25%CV Domestic25,43631,216-19%CV IB1,6061,728-7%Total CV27,04232,944-18% Domestic sale of MH&ICV in July 2024, including trucks and buses, stood at 11,174 units, compared to 13,291 units in July 2023. Total sales for MH&ICV Domestic & International Business in July 2024, including trucks and buses, stood...
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Continues to Steer Growth with Best Ever Sales of 31,656 Units in July 2024

Bangalore, 01 August 2024.  For the second consecutive month, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has outperformed its sales achievement by registering best-ever monthly wholesale of 31,656 units in July 2024. While domestic sales accounted for 29,533 units, exports totalled to 2,123units during the month. This marks a remarkable growth of 44% compared to July 2023, when 21,911 units were sold. In the previous month of June 2024, TKM sold 27,474 units. In the first seven months of CY 2024, TKM sold 1,81,906 units, marking a remarkable 46% increase compared to the same period in CY 2023, which recorded sales of 1,24,282 units. Sales Performance: TimeframeJuly - 2024July - 2023GrowthY-o-Y31,656 units21,911 units44%  TimeframeJan - July 2024Jan - July 2023GrowthFirst 7 months o...
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HERO MOTOCORP EXPANDS ITS GLOBAL PRESENCE

New Delhi/ Manila, August 01, 2024 Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has commenced operations in the Philippines. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s effortsto strengthen its global presence. Terrafirma Motors Corporation (TMC), a part of the Columbian Group of Companies, one of the leading and most experienced automotive groups in the Philippines, will serve asthe exclusive assembler and distributor of Hero MotoCorp products& services. The partnership between the two companies was announced in October 2022. Niranjan Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Hero MotoCorp said, “The commencement of operations in the Philippines will bolster our overall global presence. Hero MotoCorp, with its extensive and in...
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Tata Motors Consolidated Q1 FY25 Results

Mumbai,August 01, 2024 Tata Motors Ltd.(TML) announced its results for quarter ending June 30, 2024. Q1FY25 Consolidated (₹ Cr Ind AS)Jaguar Land Rover (£m, IFRS)Tata Commercial Vehicles (₹Cr, Ind AS)Tata Passenger Vehicles (₹Cr, Ind AS) FY25Vs. PYFY25Vs. PYFY25Vs. PYFY25Vs. PYRevenue108,0485.7%7,2735.4%17,8495.1%11,847(7.7)%EBITDA (%)14.4-15.8(50) bps11.6220 bps5.850 bpsEBIT (%)8.430 bps8.930 bps8.9240 bps0.3(70) bpsPBT (bei)8,828₹3,287crs693£258m1,535₹598crs173₹(13) crs Tata Motors Consolidated: TML delivered astrong performance in Q1 FY25 with revenues at ₹108.0K Cr (up 5.7%), EBIT of ₹9.1KCr(+ ₹0.9KCr), EBIT margin of 8.4% (+30bps).JLR revenues grew by 5.4% to £7.3bwithEBIT margins of 8.9% (+30bps) driven by favourable volume, mix and material cost improvements. C...
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Demerger of CV business undertaking of Tata Motors Ltd into a separate listed company

Mumbai, August 1, 2024 In furtherance to the announcement made on March 4, 2024, the Board of Directors of Tata Motors Limited (TML), today, has approved a Composite Scheme of Arrangement amongst TML, TML Commercial Vehicles Limited (TMLCV), Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited (TMPV) and their respective shareholders under Sections 230-232 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Scheme”). As a part of the Scheme, TML will demerge its Commercial Vehicle undertaking involving the Commercial Vehicle business (all the assets, liabilities and employees relating to the Commercial vehicle business) and all its related investments into TMLCV.Further, pursuant to the Scheme, the existing Passenger Vehicle business in TMPV, will be merged into TML, the existing listed e...
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Signs MOU with Maharashtra for Proposed New Investment

Mumbai, July 2024. Reaffirming a strong commitment to India, Toyota Kirloskar Motor today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Maharashtra, to examine the setting-up of a Green Field Manufacturing Facility at Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar.  Headquartered in Karnataka, TKM already boasts a world-class manufacturing setup with two state-of-the-art units located at Bidadi, well-equipped to contribute and strengthen India’s position in the global automobile landscape. The Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Maharashtra was exchanged today by Dr.Harshadeep Kamble (IAS), Principal Secretary (Industries), Government of MH and Mr. Sudeep Santram Dalvi, Director & Chief Communications Officer, TKM in the august presence of Mr. Eknath Shinde Ji...
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Honda 0 Series Concept Model, Saloon, Wins “Red Dot: Best of the Best 2024” Award in Red Dot Award

Mumbai, July 31, 2024. Honda today announced that the Saloon, the flagship concept model for the Honda 0 Series, the new Honda EV series, has been awarded the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best 2024’ award, in the Design Concept competition of the Red Dot Design Award*1, one of the most respected design awards in the world. The Space-Hub, another concept model of the Honda 0 Series, was named a Red Dot winner in the same competition. ■Honda 0 Series – Saloon S Representing the major transformation of Honda under its redefined Global Brand Slogan, The Power of Dreams, and its approach to electrification, the Honda 0 Series made its world debut in the U.S. at CES 2024 in January of this year. The Saloon is positioned as the flagship concept model among Honda 0 Series models, embodying a ...
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BMW Launches Premium CE 04 Electric Scooter in India with 130 km Range

New Delhi, July 26, 2024 – BMW Motorrad has launched its flagship electric scooter, the CE 04, in India, entering the premium electric two-wheeler segment. Priced at ₹14.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the CE 04 is now the most expensive electric scooter in the country. It features an 8.5 kWh battery pack, offering a remarkable range of up to 130 kilometers on a full charge. The purchase includes a 2.3 kW home charger that charges the scooter from 0 to 80% in 3 hours and 30 minutes, with an optional BMW Wallbox charger available for faster charging.
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BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase launched in India at Rs 72.90 lakh

New Delhi, July 26, 2024 – BMW India has launched the 2024 BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase at a starting price of Rs 72.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Deliveries for the eighth-generation model will begin in September. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, this model is exclusively available as a petrol variant. The BMW 5 Series is a crucial model for the German luxury carmaker, maintaining its position as the market leader in the executive sedan segment globally for years. Since its first generation in 1972, around 10 million units have been sold worldwide
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New Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman electric launched in India

New Delhi, July 26, 2024. The new Mini Cooper S (fifth-gen) and the all-electric Mini Countryman (third-gen) have been launched in India with the former priced at Rs 44.90 lakh (ex-showroom) and the latter available for Rs 54.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Both models have entered the country as completely built-up units (CBUs). The Mini Cooper S is available in ten colour options, including Melting Silver, Midnight Black, Nanuq White, British Racing Green, Chili Red II, Indigo Sunset Blue, Blazing Blue, Icy Sunshine Blue, Ocean Wave Green and Sunny Side Yellow. For Classic pack, it is additionally available in Glazed White or Jet Black. 17-inch wheels with option of U-Spoke Spectre Grey, parallel spoke two-tone alloys is available as standard. Favoured Pack has 17-inch U-Spoke Vibrant Silve...
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Automotive Experts Converge To Discuss The Roadmap Of Mobility Technologies at 2nd edition of EV &AutoTech Innovation Forum

New Delhi, 25th July 2024. Emerging technologies such as ADAS, AI, cybersecurity for software-defined vehicles, electric vehicles, in-vehicle connectivity, and connected vehicles are at the forefront of the automotive industry, according to industry experts who gathered at the EV &AutoTech Innovation Forum, organized by Konnect Worldwide Business Media. The softwarisation of the automobile or the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV), garnered the attention of the thought leaders of the automotive industry in India during the one-day event. The forum saw participation from prominent industry leaders and stakeholders who discussed the future roadmap of the Automotive industry in India. On the sidelines of the forum, the industry leaders led engaging conversations around emerging i...
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Honoured with Prestigious EEPC Export Excellence Awards

Bangalore, 25 July 2024. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has been recognized for its outstanding export performance with two prestigious awards at the EEPC India(Engineering Export Promotion Council of India)Southern Region Export Award ceremony held recently. TKM was presented with the ‘Engines and Turbines & Parts Thereof’   - Large Enterprise’ award for 2019-20 and the ‘Gold Trophy’ for Top Exporters under the Merchant Exporter category for achieving Export Excellence in Engineering products in 2020-21. These awards reflect the company’s dedication to advancing India’s engineering exports.The engineering sector is an integral part of the broader manufacturing sector, and the share of engineering products in overall manufacturing output is quite significant. The awards w...
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Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS), 2024

New Delhi, July 24, 2024. Ministry of Heavy Industries, vide gazette notification 1334 (E) dated 13th March, 2024, has launched the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) – 2024 to provide further impetus to the green mobility and development of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing eco-system in the country.  The Scheme duration is 4 months i.e. April 01, 2024 till July 31, 2024 with an outlay of Rs. 500 crore. EMPS 2024 is fund limited, with restricted number of vehicles and a term-limited Scheme, i.e., the subsidies for demand incentive are eligible for e-2w and e-3w sold and registered until the funds are available or the number of vehicles supported reaches the maximum number defined category-wise (shown in para above) or until July 31, 2024, whichever comes first. The EVs elig...
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