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 could emerge as a major global automotive innovation hub within the next three to five years, driven by rapid developments in AI, software-defined vehicles, connected-car technologies and advanced connectivity, according to Harman India MD Krishna Kumar.

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.

The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has stressed the urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity across India’s automotive industry as connected and software-defined vehicles become increasingly common. With modern vehicles relying on cloud connectivity, ADAS, telematics and OTA updates, robust cybersecurity measures are essential to protect vehicles, users and manufacturers from evolving cyber threats.

Toyota has warned its suppliers that the automotive industry must adapt to rising competition from Chinese automakers. The company plans to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining its renowned safety and quality standards.

The government has directed automakers to replace damaged rubber components in older petrol cars affected by E20 fuel, while reiterating that E20 does not damage engines.

Volkswagen is considering one of the largest restructuring programmes in automotive history, with reports suggesting up to 100,000 job cuts and four German factory closures. The proposal reflects mounting pressure from Chinese competition, EV challenges, rising costs and global trade tensions, while unions prepare strong resistance

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Tata Motors is strengthening product quality and after-sales service through AI diagnostics, predictive technologies and digital testing, supporting its FY2031 growth targets while aiming to improve vehicle reliability and customer ownership experience.