Industry and Regulators Push for Mandatory Connectivity and Data Sharing in Vehicles
Industry and Regulators Push for Mandatory Connectivity and Data Sharing in Vehicles
Tushaar Singh Gill - Modified date: 25 Mar, 2026, 8:08 AM IST

Panel at Convergence India Expo 2026 urged making vehicle connectivity the default norm to build an interconnected, interoperable and intelligent transport network for India, stressing India-specific solutions and strong ecosystem collaboration.

Maruti Suzuki Expands Rail-Based Vehicle Dispatches, Manesar Siding Reaches 1 Lakh Units
Maruti Suzuki Expands Rail-Based Vehicle Dispatches, Manesar Siding Reaches 1 Lakh Units
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 25 Mar, 2026, 6:23 AM IST

Maruti Suzuki ships models such as Alto, Wagon R, Brezza, Dzire, Ertiga, Celerio, XL6, Eeco and Super Carry are produced at the company’s Gurugram and Manesar plants, to other foreign markets.

Autoverse Mobility Launches Warranty, EV Training and WhatsApp Discovery Tools
Autoverse Mobility Launches Warranty, EV Training and WhatsApp Discovery Tools
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 5:03 PM IST

As part of the scheme, garage owners will be able to source parts with greater assurance.

Hero MotoCorp, Lightrock Back Euler Motors in ₹437.5 Crore Fundraise
Hero MotoCorp, Lightrock Back Euler Motors in ₹437.5 Crore Fundraise
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 2:07 PM IST

Lightrock joins as a new investor, while Hero MotoCorp and Blume Ventures have reaffirmed their backing through the latest funding.

Maruti Suzuki Gets New IT, Service Heads in Fresh Senior Management Appointments
Maruti Suzuki Gets New IT, Service Heads in Fresh Senior Management Appointments
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 1:53 PM IST

While the changes are largely internal, they reflect a broader effort to realign leadership across key operational areas.

Volkswagen Taigun Facelift Spied Testing Ahead of Launch This Year
Volkswagen Taigun Facelift Spied Testing Ahead of Launch This Year
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 1:28 PM IST

We expect the new Volkswagen Taigun to make its way to the Indian market by mid-2026.

Volvo, CJ Darcl Join Hands to Launch Heavy-Duty Electric Truck in India
Volvo, CJ Darcl Join Hands to Launch Heavy-Duty Electric Truck in India
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 10:58 AM IST

CJ Darcl has linked the move to broader sustainability goals across its multimodal logistics network.

Vinfast Partners With CSB Bank to Boost EV Financing Accessibility
Vinfast Partners With CSB Bank to Boost EV Financing Accessibility
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 10:10 AM IST

Beyond retail financing, the partnership also extends to inventory financing for VinFast’s dealer network.

India-bound Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Launched In Thailand
India-bound Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Launched In Thailand
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 8:23 AM IST

The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ shares its underpinnings with the Fortuner and Innova Crysta.

Rox 01 Plug-In Hybrid SUV Patented in India
Rox 01 Plug-In Hybrid SUV Patented in India
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 24 Mar, 2026, 7:15 AM IST

Rox 01, a Chinese plug-in hybrid SUV that’s over 5.2 metres long, has been patented in India. With 469 bhp, 1,226 km range and rugged luxury, it may rival the Land Rover Defender.

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