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Updated : Feb 06, 2025

Million-Dollar Classics! From Vintage Ferraris To Classic Bugattis

Step inside the iconic Grand Palais Historique in Paris for an exclusive look at the Bonhams Cars auction! Witness automotive history come to life as dozens of meticulously preserved vintage sports cars, including legendary Ferraris, Bugattis, and Porsches, go under the hammer. This year's auction is headlined by two exceptional Ferraris: a 1955 Ferrari 555 Supersqualo and a 1950 Ferrari 166 MM Barchetta, estimated at a staggering 4 to 6 million euros each. But the elegance doesn't stop there! A stunning 1928 Bugatti T43 Grand Sport is also set to steal the show. Join us as we explore the passion and craftsmanship behind these rolling works of art. From classic roadsters to racing legends, discover the stories and the staggering valuations of these automotive treasures.

Updated : Jan 25, 2025

Expecting Government To Focus More On Capital Expenditure Says Vinod Aggarwal

Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VECV, highlighted the challenges faced by the commercial vehicle industry in 2024. He noted a 2% decline in the sub-3.5 tonne segment, attributing the downturn in the truck industry to a slowdown in infrastructure development. However, the bus segment showed resilience with a 19% growth. Aggarwal expressed optimism that increased government allocation for capital expenditure could help revive the industry, especially in the trucking sector.

Updated : Jan 23, 2025

India Made EV To Be Launched In 2025 Says Kia

Kia India launched the new Carnival in the country last year. The brand has now unveiled a more luxurious high roof version of MPV at the auto expo. The new model comes in a 6-seater avatar and offers more comfort features over the regular Carnival in the country. Speaking to BTTV's Chetan Bhutani, Brar said that Kia's made in india ev will be launched in 2025 and he expects that with new unveils, Kia will outpace the industry in terms of growth.

Updated : Jan 23, 2025

Govt Spending On Infrastructure Will Boost Commercial Vehicle Sales Says Girish Wagh Of Tata Motors

Girish Wagh, Executive Director at Tata Motors, shared insights with Business Today's Chetan Bhutani on the company's ongoing transformation. Wagh highlighted that while Tata Motors is currently navigating a phase of stabilization, the growth trajectory is expected to revive, driven by the government's commitment to infrastructure spending. He acknowledged that the company anticipates ending the year on a flat year-over-year basis, with heavy commercial vehicles (HCV) witnessing a decline in Q2 and partially in Q3. However, Wagh expressed optimism about the resurgence of demand for HCVs with the initiation of new infrastructure projects. He emphasized that Q4 will be a crucial period, setting the tone for a promising start in Q1 of the next fiscal year.

Updated : Jan 22, 2025

Uday Narang On Omega Seiki's IPO Plans: ₹400-500 Crore To Be Raised

Omega Seiki is gearing up for a pre-IPO round in the next three months, with plans to launch an IPO later in the year. The capital raised will fuel the expansion of its truck division. "We are building a robust foundation for growth, with the pre-IPO process already underway," stated Narang. The company will initially produce the Mika range at its Faridabad facility, while a new truck production plant is being established in Chakan, Pune, set to be operational by the end of 2025. This expansion will increase Omega Seiki’s production capacity from 5,000 to 25,000 units annually by the end of 2025.

Updated : Jan 22, 2025

Anant Nahata On EV Infrastructure: 30-50% Growth By 2030 | Exicom's Future Outlook

Exicom, a leading player in the EV charging industry and a manufacturer of critical power solutions, unveiled its latest innovation at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. In a bid to advance the EV charging sector and promote renewable energy integration, the company introduced "Harmony Boost," a powerful and comprehensive EV charging solution. This system integrates solar power, grid input, an intelligent Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and multiple dispenser units with a capacity of up to 400kW. BTTV's Chetan Bhutani speaks to Anant Nahata on the sidelines of the Bharat Mobility Show.

Updated : Jan 21, 2025

Consecutive Rate Cuts By RBI To Help Revive Consumer Demand Says Mahindra's Veejay Nakra

Speaking to Business Today TV, Veejay Nakra mentioned that the Prime Minister was delighted and proud of M&M's achievements EV Milestone. According to Nakra, the solution to both mobility and environmental concerns lies in electric vehicles. However, he pointed out certain headwinds that need addressing, such as the stabilization of interest rates and easier access to finance for consumers. He emphasized the critical role of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in providing the necessary financial support. It’s crucial that the funds reach consumers, enabling them to make purchases. In terms of future growth, Nakra suggested that consecutive drops in interest rates could positively impact consumer spending and growth. He also noted a shift in the market towards micro SUVs, especially in the context of smaller passenger vehicles (PV), indicating a growing trend in this direction.

Updated : Jan 21, 2025

VinFast To Invest $500M In India, Plans EV SUV Launch By Festival Season

Ashwin Patil, Deputy CEO of VinFast India, shared with Business Today TV's Chetan Bhutani that 2025 will be a pivotal year for electric vehicles in India. VinFast plans a $500 million investment in a manufacturing plant with an initial capacity of 50,000 units, expandable to 1.5 lakh units. The company aims to launch its first electric SUV in India before the festival season and will focus exclusively on the SUV segment. Additionally, VinFast is considering establishing its own charging infrastructure to support its vehicles.

Updated : Jan 21, 2025

70% Of Sales Coming From New Energy Vehicles Says Parth Jindal

JSW Group has ambitions to venture into trucks and buses as the company sees a huge opportunity in the domestic automotive space, says Parth Jindal, Director, JSW MG Motor India. “There is a huge opportunity in the Indian automotive space. And despite whatever the competition is doing, not enough is being done on New Energy vehicles. So whether it's on buses, whether it’s on trucks, whether it's on cars, JSW has its own ambitions as well to get into that space,” says Jindal. While speaking to Business Today TV at the Bharat Mobility Summit, also revealed the IPO plans of the company.

Updated : Jan 21, 2025

Have A Strong Orderbook Of 10,000 Units Says Olectra Greentech CMD KV Pradeep

Olectra Greentech, a leader in electric mobility solutions, has made a significant announcement at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 with the launch of its new Blade Battery Chassis and redesigned electric buses. This move underscores the company’s commitment to revolutionising India’s public transport system with sustainable, eco-friendly electric buses. BTTV's Chetan Bhutani in conversation with KV Pradeep on the sidelines of the Bharat Mobility show.

Updated : Jan 17, 2025

Maruti Suzuki Jumps Into The Electric Arena, Displays Its e-Vitara At Auto Expo

Maruti Suzuki has launched the company's first Electric Vehicle, the e-Vitara at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi. The e-Vitara is built on the brand-new EV platform, HEARTECT-e. According to Maruti Suzuki, this platform is designed on three core principles – exceptional strength and structural rigidity, a spacious cabin, and advanced high-voltage protection. For enhanced capability, the larger battery pack is also available with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, which adds a rear-mounted 65-hp motor. This configuration provides a combined output of 184hp and 300Nm of torque. While Maruti has not disclosed the exact range figures, the larger battery pack is expected to deliver an impressive range of over 500km. Utilising advanced Cell-To-Pack technology and a sophisticated thermal management system, the batteries are designed to perform reliably in extreme temperature conditions ranging from -30°C to 60°C, ensuring optimal performance in diverse environments.

Updated : Jan 17, 2025

Maruti E Vitara Will Be Make In India For The World Says Maruti Suzuki MD

Demonstrating its commitment to decarbonisation and joy of mobility for all, Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) today unveiled its first BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) SUV – the e VITARA, along with the comprehensive 'e for me' Electric Eco-Solutions at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Built on the ground-up HEARTECT-e platform, the e VITARA offers superior performance and excellent range, with uncompromised comfort and safety. Set to be introduced in the premium NEXA channel, the e VITARA embodies NEXA’s core values of innovation, sophistication and premium customer experiences.

Updated : Jan 16, 2025

2025 Hyundai Creta EV | Tech & Feature Loaded | First Drive Review

India is set to get another mass-market electric car in the form of the Hyundai Creta Electric, which will be launched at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Hyundai’s new electric SUV will be sold in four broad variants: Executive, Smart, Premium, and Excellence. The Hyundai Creta Electric looks similar to the standard Creta, thanks to the same connected LED DRLs, vertically stacked dual-barrel LED headlights, and connected LED tail lights. The fascia gets a blanked-off grille and gloss black elements extending between the headlights. The charging port is located in the middle, beneath the Hyundai logo. BTTV’s Chetan Bhutani reviews the Hyundai Creta EV.

Updated : Jan 14, 2025

2025-26 Will Be Trigger Point For Electrification Says Hyundai India's Tarun Garg

Hyundai India's Chief Operating Officer, Tarun Garg tells BTTV's Chetan Bhutani that an improving ecosystem could boost passenger EV penetration to 17% by 2030, up from the current 2.4%. The company plans to introduce three additional EV models following the Creta EV. Hyundai also anticipates increasing its production capacity to 1.1 million units by 2028, up from the current 824,000 units. This growth will be supported by the new Pune plant, which will have a Phase I capacity of 170,000 units and is set to become operational in the fourth quarter of 2025. The second phase, adding another 80,000 units, will commence thereafter.

Updated : Jan 13, 2025

Walkthrough Of The Mercedes Benz G 580 Electric

The all-new all-electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class, featuring EQ technology, has been launched in India with an ex-showroom price of ₹3 crore. Mercedes-Benz started accepting bookings for the G 580 electric model last year, with deliveries anticipated to commence in the January-March quarter of the 2025 financial year. The Mercedes-Benz G580 EV, available in India as a completely built unit (CBU), boasts a quad-motor setup, providing all-wheel-drive (AWD) capabilities.

Updated : Jan 12, 2025

The Next 3-5 Years Will Focus On 20-80% Charging In 20 Minutes, Says R Velusamy Of Mahindra

R Velusamy, President of Mahindra Technology & Product Development, told Business Today TV's Chetan Bhutani that Mahindra is focused on delivering performance vehicles. Over the past three years, 2200 engineers have worked on advancing EV technology. Velusamy highlighted that the key trend for the next 3-5 years will be achieving 20-80% battery charging in just 20 minutes, a challenge that requires advanced battery technology. The company has prioritized battery reliability, aiming for an 80 kWh battery to provide a 500 km range.

Updated : Jan 10, 2025

Aiming To End FY25 In Mid To High Teens Says Rajesh Jejurikar

Rajesh Jejurikar, in conversation with BTTV's Chetan Bhutani, highlighted the need to increase capacity for the Thar Roxx due to overwhelming demand. He noted India's strong auto industry growth, driven by developing infrastructure, but emphasized that auto market penetration remains low. Jejurikar is optimistic about achieving mid to high teen growth by year-end. He also shared Mahindra's focus on launching lifestyle SUVs in unexpected markets, where EV adoption is exceeding expectations. Additionally, he pointed out the growing trend of premiumization, with features in Mahindra vehicles now rivaling those of high-end luxury cars, alleviating range anxiety with advanced battery technology.

Updated : Dec 21, 2024

Eyeing 20% Growth in 2025 says Kia India's Hardeep Singh Brar

South Korean automobile manufacturer Kia on Thursday unveiled a compact sports utility vehicle (SUV) named ‘Syros’ in India, which is likely to boost the company’s market share in the segment. Speaking to BTTV's Chetan Bhutani, Senior VP of Kia India, Sales & Marketing Hardeep Singh Brar said that the company is likely to close 2024 at 2.55 lakh unit sales and is eyeing 20% growth in 2025 with 3 lakh car sales. He also mentioned about made in India EV's.

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Expecting Government To Focus More On Capital Expenditure Says Vinod Aggarwal

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India Made EV To Be Launched In 2025 Says Kia

Govt Spending On Infrastructure Will Boost Commercial Vehicle Sales Says Girish Wagh Of Tata Motors

Uday Narang On Omega Seiki's IPO Plans: ₹400-500 Crore To Be Raised

Anant Nahata On EV Infrastructure: 30-50% Growth By 2030 | Exicom's Future Outlook

Consecutive Rate Cuts By RBI To Help Revive Consumer Demand Says Mahindra's Veejay Nakra

VinFast To Invest $500M In India, Plans EV SUV Launch By Festival Season

70% Of Sales Coming From New Energy Vehicles Says Parth Jindal

Have A Strong Orderbook Of 10,000 Units Says Olectra Greentech CMD KV Pradeep

Maruti Suzuki Jumps Into The Electric Arena, Displays Its e-Vitara At Auto Expo

Maruti E Vitara Will Be Make In India For The World Says Maruti Suzuki MD

2025 Hyundai Creta EV | Tech & Feature Loaded | First Drive Review

2025-26 Will Be Trigger Point For Electrification Says Hyundai India's Tarun Garg

Walkthrough Of The Mercedes Benz G 580 Electric

The Next 3-5 Years Will Focus On 20-80% Charging In 20 Minutes, Says R Velusamy Of Mahindra

Aiming To End FY25 In Mid To High Teens Says Rajesh Jejurikar

Eyeing 20% Growth in 2025 says Kia India's Hardeep Singh Brar

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