Rajiv Ghosh
Why Maruti chose this Chinese co’s battery for its first EV instead of Making in India
Maruti Suzuki’s decision to import BYD’s Blade battery pack marks a sharp departure from localisation. Driven by safety, performance, speed and regulatory complexity, the move highlights how technology, geopolitics and cost pressures are redefining India’s electric mobility race.
- Rajiv Ghosh
- ET Prime
Maruti launches its first EV but sales of electric vehicles across India have flattened
EV penetration across cars, two-wheelers and three-wheelers has softened after GST rates were reduced for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Here’s how three key sectors of the Indian EV industry are doing.
- Rajiv Ghosh
- ET Prime
India wants 'talking cars' that warn each other of danger. Will it make roads safer for you?
Vehicle-to-vehicle communication devices will enable real-time sharing of information between vehicles to prevent road accidents and fatalities. The tech sounds futuristic — the roads it must survive are not
- Rajiv Ghosh
- ET Prime
TVS bought Norton, Bajaj got KTM. But can they pull off what Eicher did with Royal Enfield?
Eicher’s quiet turnaround of a fading British marque in the 90s has become the playbook India’s motorcycle industry is racing to adopt.
- Rajiv GhoshNirmal John
- ET Prime
Nine years on, can this TVS-backed EV startup finally do an Ather?
For years, the sales of Ultraviolette electric motorcycles remained modest due to premium pricing. The startup is now making a bid to go mainstream. With Ather’s renewed momentum lifting electric two-wheelers, can Ultraviolette finally catch its moment?
- Rajiv Ghosh
- ET Bureau
Hyundai is losing ground to Indian rivals. So, why is its stock soaring?
Hyundai has lost its No. 2 spot in the Indian car market after 25 years. Its market share has fallen to the lowest level in more than a decade. Yet, its stock is up 36% this year. What’s cooking?
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Why LG India’s IPO is turning heads, and outvaluing its Korean parent
Analysts remain positive on LG India, highlighting its market leadership and attractive valuation. However, the company’s spike in profits in FY25 seems unusually high compared to its historical trend, especially as it continues to lose market share in key segments
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Creta is the mid-sized SUV king. Can Maruti’s Victoris dethrone it?
If the Victoris clicks, Maruti won’t just have another bestseller. It will have rewritten its place in India’s SUV hierarchy dominated by Hyundai Creta
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
GST 2.0: Cheaper cars ahead, yet EVs and hybrids face a bumpy ride
GST relief lowers car prices, yet challenges loom — EVs face temporary setbacks, hybrids lose shine, and popular models such as Innova Hycross and Maruti Brezza brace for impact
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
How Mahindra overcame failed JVs, takeover to top Indian SUV market
The M&M playbook always managed to read what India would want to drive. It did all the right things to disrupt the market while being crystal clear about what not to do
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
EV vs hybrid: Which green tech will dominate Indian roads?
Maruti and Toyota are pushing hybrids while Tata and Mahindra bet on EVs. But beneath the policy noise and industry lobbying, both technologies share a lot in common
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Will EV assembly lines fall silent due to China’s rare earths blockade?
Modern EV motors rely on dysprosium and terbium to perform under high temperatures. With China tightening export controls on these rare earths, automakers and auto parts suppliers are scrambling to find alternatives
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Royal Enfield is taking a big gamble by going electric. Will it pay off?
Royal Enfield’s electric bike will mark a radical departure from many of the brand’s usual characteristics such as the signature thumping exhaust note. Will the ‘silent’ revolution sway customers?
- Rajiv GhoshNirmal John
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Here’s all you need to know before betting on Ather’s ₹2,600cr IPO
Adulthood has rather come early for Ather, which will celebrate its 12th anniversary later this year. And the IPO is not just a growth enabler for the EV maker, it is a critical financial lifeline. But can it reignite the public market’s faith in EVs after Ola Electric’s not-so-encouraging performance on the bourses?
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
As troubles mount at Gensol, BluSmart is fighting for survival
Gensol’s aggressive growth strategy in green business encountered harsh realities, compounded by corporate governance issues. As a result, sister concern BluSmart’s clean mobility ambitions are now in jeopardy
- Rajiv GhoshManu P Toms
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Maruti is scripting a great comeback. Will the momentum sustain?
Maruti Suzuki is witnessing a resurgence, aided by strong rural demand, surging exports and a favourable policy environment. Can it prove doubters wrong and reclaim its market share?
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Will JLR propel the Tata Motors stock to new highs in 2025?
Tata Motors has outperformed the broader market in the first 10 days of 2025. A better-than-expected performance from Jaguar Land Rover is the key driver of this change
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
How going back to basics is helping Bajaj, TVS and Ola win EV race
Affordable models that offer reduced range, lower top speed, slower acceleration and basic consoles now dominate sales for the top three electric two-wheeler makers in the country
- Rajiv Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Why a listing of Toyota’s India business will be a boon for Indian capital markets
With impressive growth, strong financials and India’s evolving auto landscape, Toyota Kirloskar Motors stands out as a prime candidate for a future listing. Could TKM be the next success story in this trend of MNCs listing their Indian subsidiaries?
- Rajiv Ghosh
- ET Prime
As markets turn volatile, these stocks are at maximum risk
SMEs such as Sodhani Academy, which recently saw its share price double from its IPO price, are valued highly during a bull market. But they can fall sharply when the market declines
- Rajiv GhoshHimadri Buch
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