Siddhartha Lal: An Indian Powerhouse On Two Wheels
The CEO of Eicher Motors, the owner of the iconic Royal Enfield brand of 350 cc plus motorcycles, is going global with a vengeance, just as he is adding more engine displacement on Indian roads. The world is taking note of the Indian brand
Vinita Bhatia - November 29, 2022
Revving Into A Saasy Future
Carmakers stare at a tussle between their SaaS-based subscription business model for additional revenue and a reluctant customer. Who will win this round?
August 27, 2022
Freedom
While India is still advertised as the fastest growing economy in a pandemic-hit world, long-term investment flows in on the basis of the strength of the brand
Suchetana Ray - July 29, 2022
Automakers’ Green H2 Challenge
First, Centre wanted auto companies to move from Bharat IV to Bharat VI, then it expected them to invest in EVs. Now it wants them to chase hydrogen-powered vehicles. Is the cost of a green India only to be borne by the auto sector?
Neeraj Thakur - May 28, 2022
Under Technological Siege
The future of India’s automobile industry hinges on how it deals with changing technology, rising raw material costs, weak income growth of consumers and disruptions in the supply chain
Neeraj Thakur - December 31, 2021
Not A Market For Everyone
Ford’s India exit has brought back the focus on similar exits made by several global auto giants in the past. But, poor product strategy isn’t the only reason behind their pull-out
September 30, 2021
“The most difficult thing in business and in life is the ability to say, ‘no, this doesn’t work’”
Siddhartha Lal Secret Diary
V Keshavdev - August 02, 2021
Who will break the EV jinx? Carmakers or the buyers?
Globally, carmakers are driving into an electric age. In India, companies are waiting for customers to buy and customers are waiting for value for money
Shruti Sonal - July 06, 2021
Can Kia’s two-model magic hold India spellbound for long?
Hyundai’s sibling made a sensational debut but it will have to go beyond Seltos and Sonet to retain its edge
V Keshavdev - March 11, 2021
Is there more upside in Tata Motors from its current price of ₹330?
The automobile major has seen a spurt in FY21 sales volume across cars and trucks. Will it sustain?
February 16, 2021