Both electric vehicles were showcased to the union minister on separate occasions.

The multi-million euro deals comprise the delivery of high-capacity powertrain and tyre testing systems to major, pan-India automotive customers.

Karthikeyan’s role will include overseeing driver scouting and training programs, advising on technical and race engineering decisions, and representing the team in international forums.

India currently operates 29,277 EV charging stations. Karnataka maintains its leadership position with 6,097 stations.

The TVS M1-S is not based on the TVS X and it's a completely different product that will not come to India.

India’s top carmakers are ramping up flex fuel vehicle plans as new CAFE III rules will soon give ethanol-blended cars the same regulatory benefits as EVs. Automakers are showcasing new models, but concerns remain over efficiency and engine compatibility.

This is the third company in the IAC Group that Tata AutoComp will acquire this year.

The companies will develop four models for the Central and South American markets — including a compact SUV, a compact car, a pick-up, and a mid-size pick-up

Japan's chief trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa pushed for expedited implementation of the previously agreed reduction in US tariffs on Japanese automotive products and components.

The move comes despite sustained unease over India's ongoing imports of Russian oil and outstanding disputes over digital taxes and market access.