India has notified the CAFE-III norms for passenger vehicles, effective from April 1, 2027. The new rules introduce progressively stricter fleet-level fuel-efficiency and CO₂ targets through 2032, while encouraging EVs, hybrids, flex-fuel, CNG and other efficiency technologies.

Artificial intelligence could help India’s automotive manufacturers address shop-floor workforce challenges through smarter recruitment, improved shift planning, workforce analytics, employee support and personalised skill development.

The India–EU Free Trade Agreement will allow up to 1 lakh European ICE and hybrid cars to enter India at lower import tariffs in the first year. The deal introduces phased duty reductions, price thresholds and separate quotas for CKD vehicles and electric cars.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged India’s automobile industry to focus on innovation, excellence, sustainability and global competitiveness as the country advances towards the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

India’s passenger vehicle market is shifting towards cleaner alternatives, with CNG, hybrid and electric vehicles together capturing 42% of retail sales in August 2026, surpassing petrol vehicles for the first time.

Tata Motors has introduced Tata.Cars as the new customer-facing identity for its passenger vehicle business, bringing its cars and SUVs under a unified brand.

India has proposed stricter vehicle headlight regulations to reduce glare and improve nighttime road safety. The changes may include automatic low beam for new two-wheelers, lower high-beam intensity limits, a 6,500 K colour-temperature cap and high-beam warning systems.

Karnataka has revised PUC testing fees from August 15, 2026. Two-wheelers now pay ₹80, petrol, LPG and CNG cars ₹150, while diesel vehicles pay ₹200.

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The Supreme Court has directed the Centre, MoRTH and IRDAI to develop a “No Insurance, No Fuel” pilot project to improve compliance with mandatory third-party motor insurance. The proposal aims to reduce the number of uninsured vehicles, strengthen road safety and ensure better financial protection for road accident victims.

India’s passenger vehicle market remained strong in July 2026, with Maruti Suzuki dominating the top 10 best-selling cars by securing six positions. The Dzire led the charts, followed by the Wagon R and Ertiga, while Tata Punch emerged as the highest-selling non-Maruti model, highlighting continued strong demand for SUVs and compact cars.

The Supreme Court of India has extended the mandatory third-party insurance period for new vehicles. New private cars must now carry four years of third-party insurance, while new two-wheelers require six years, aiming to improve insurance compliance and provide better financial protection for road accident victims.

IRDAI has approved Patanjali Ayurved’s acquisition of a majority stake in Magma General Insurance, marking its entry into India’s general insurance sector. The ₹4,500 crore deal is expected to strengthen Magma’s market presence and increase competition across motor, health, property and commercial insurance segments.

Michelin has launched the Made-in-India Primacy 5, its first locally manufactured passenger car tyre, designed for premium hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs. Built for Indian road conditions, the new tyre offers improved safety, ride comfort, durability and compatibility with both conventional and electric vehicles, while strengthening Michelin’s localisation strategy and premium tyre presence in India.

India’s passenger vehicle market reached a new monthly record in July 2026, with sales rising 34% year-on-year to over 4.69 lakh units. Maruti Suzuki crossed the 2 lakh sales mark for the first time, while Tata Motors, Mahindra and Hyundai also posted strong gains.

Maruti Suzuki has commenced commercial production at its fourth manufacturing plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat, making it India’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturing facility with an annual production capacity of 10 lakh vehicles. The expansion will support rising domestic demand, exports and future vehicle launches.

The Indian passenger vehicle market remained strong in H1 2026, with the Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerging as the country’s best-selling car. SUVs continued to dominate the market as Tata Punch, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Creta and Mahindra Scorpio featured among the top performers, reflecting changing consumer preferences toward practical and feature-rich vehicles.

Return to Invoice (RTI) Cover is a valuable motor insurance add-on that protects new car owners from depreciation-related losses. If your car is stolen or declared a total loss, RTI helps bridge the gap between the Insured Declared Value (IDV) and the original invoice price, making it one of the most useful add-ons during the first 3–5 years of ownership.

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Maruti Suzuki is revamping its strategy to meet changing customer preferences in India. With buyers demanding premium features, SUVs and advanced technology, the company is accelerating R&D, shortening development timelines and planning seven new SUVs by 2030 to strengthen its market position.