To offer one stop solution and to fulfil different needs of customers throughout their ownership journey Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) launches Hyundai Mobility Membership programme.

Curated across categories the programme provides exclusive benefits and enhanced convenience for all its new customers at the moment. It will be extended to older customers in due course.

Towards this the vehicle maker has collaborated with several partners to form an ecosystem catering to the three key pillars of customer needs.

Firstly, it is Core Car- Care free Driving – is one stop solution that caters to all the customers’ car needs. The partners will be Hyundai MOBIS, Shell and JK Tyre.

Secondly, Mobility- Always on the Move – offering smart mobility options for all travel needs offered through partners such as Revv, Zoomcar, Avis, Savaari and DriveU.

Thirdly, Lifestyle – Your Life Your Way – giving benefits to offer convenience for daily transactions, thought partners like Gaana, Zee5, Dineout, Sterling, 1Mg, Fitternity, Eazydiner, Chaayos, ,OYO, Portronics, Lenskart, Housejoy and Vedantu.

With the new programme the company hopes to continue to build a strong connect with its valued customers and keep adding additional partners and benefits regularly to ensure a happy life for the car owners.

S S Kim, MD & CEO, HMIL, said, “Through these endeavours we at Hyundai aim to become the lifetime partner of our valued customers in automotive and beyond. We will cater to the diverse needs of our customers and closely knit a long-lasting relation through this unique initiative. Beginning the journey with more than 20 distinct partners under one platform and no membership fee, ‘Hyundai Mobility Membership’ will create value proposition further leading to enhanced customer convenience and satisfaction.”  (MT)

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced that its new Venue and Venue N Line SUVs have received a 5-star safety rating from the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP). The rating applies to both adult and child occupant protection, with the vehicles scoring 31.147 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP).

The Venue is built on the Global K1 enhanced platform. Its body structure utilises 71 percent high-strength steel, including ultra-high-strength and hot-stamped steel, to improve crash protection.

As standard, it gets 33 safety features across all variants, including six airbags, three-point seatbelts for all seats and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The SUV is equipped with four-disc brakes, Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and an electric parking brake with auto hold. It also gets a Surround View Monitor (SVM), a Blind View Monitor (BVM) and a Highline Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

The models feature Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS, providing a suite of 21 intelligent features. This technology uses sensors and cameras to assist with collision avoidance, lane maintenance, and driver awareness.

The BNCAP certificate was presented by Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, to Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO of Hyundai Motor India. Since its launch, the new Venue has recorded over 100,000 bookings in the Indian market.

Nitin Gadkari, said, “Congratulations to Hyundai Motor India Limited on achieving 5‑Star Bharat NCAP safety rating for both adult and child occupant for their recently launched Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line. This achievement reflects Hyundai’s strong commitment to enhancing vehicle safety in line with Indian road conditions and evolving customer expectations, while making advanced safety technologies more accessible to a broader segment of the market.”

Tarun Garg, stated, “We are extremely proud that the all-new Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line have secured 5‑Star safety rating under Bharat NCAP testing, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to offer world‑class products to our customers. This achievement further strengthens our commitment to making advanced safety technologies accessible to a wider set of customers in India.”

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Automotive major Stellantis has announced the formation of the Europe Supplier Advisory Council, a forum intended to increase collaboration between the carmaker and its supply chain. The council brings together senior Stellantis leadership and 26 supplier partners representing various automotive technologies and commodities.

The council will convene for three sessions during 2026, with each meeting lasting 1.5 days. The initiative includes participation from major European supplier associations, ANFIA and FIEV, to provide a collective voice for the regional supply base.

The Council's primary functions include:

• Operational Efficiency: Identifying bottlenecks and improvement opportunities across the value chain.
• Strategic Workstreams: Establishing joint Stellantis-supplier groups focused on production planning, cost competitiveness and operational excellence.
• Innovation Readiness: Accelerating the deployment of new technologies and ensuring launch readiness for future vehicle programmes.
• Regulatory Alignment: Addressing European Union regulatory requirements and geopolitical instability.

The council is designed to modernise supplier partnerships amid technological shifts and market volatility. By co-leading workstreams, Stellantis and its partners aim to align performance expectations and enhance the resilience of the European manufacturing and R&D platforms.

Emanuele Cappellano, COO, Stellantis Europe, said, “The launch of the Europe Supplier Advisory Council represents an important milestone in our journey to strengthen the region’s industrial performance. Today, more than ever, our success depends on deep collaboration with our supplier partners. By creating a shared forum where we openly discuss challenges and opportunities, we are building the foundation for faster execution, stronger competitiveness, and sustainable growth across Europe.”

Stephane Dubs, SVP of Purchasing and Supplier Quality for Stellantis Europe, added, “Our suppliers are essential contributors to Stellantis’ transformation. This new Council allows us to work side-by-side, with transparency and respect, to co-create solutions that benefit both sides. Together, we will address the critical issues shaping our industry—whether in quality, launch readiness, cost competitiveness, innovation, or supply chain resilience—and turn them into strategic advantages for our entire ecosystem.”

Jean-Louis Pech, President, FIEV, commented, “FIEV welcomes the opportunity to join Stellantis Supplier Advisory Council, which represents a valuable opportunity to strengthen our relationship and enrich the dialogue with suppliers. This participation will enable us to represent, with ANFIA, the collective voice of suppliers and actively contribute to the Council’s work.”

Marco Stella, President, ANFIA Components Group and Vice-President of ANFIA, stated, “Now more than ever, it is essential to invest in a fruitful partnership between Stellantis and the supply chain ecosystem, caught between European market weakness, geopolitical instability and fierceful competition, also to face united and together EU regulatory challenges and support EU manufacturing and R&D platforms.”

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Spinny, an Indian full-stack used car platform, has announced that it recorded a threefold increase in vehicle deliveries on Gudi Padwa compared to standard operating days. The surge indicates a trend of consumers aligning automotive purchases with festive milestones.

The festive period saw a 50 percent increase in footfall across Spinny Car Hubs in the days leading up to the holiday. Its data suggests that 86 percent of customers experienced a standard delivery process despite the heightened activity.

Regional demand was concentrated in western and southern India:

• Maharashtra: Pune and Mumbai recorded over six times their average daily delivery volumes, with each city serving more than 100 customers in a single day.
• Geographic Contribution: Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka collectively accounted for 70 percent of total deliveries on the day.

In terms of demand trends, Hyundai Motor India and Maruti Suzuki India were the most preferred auto brands, while Hyundai Grand i10 was the most purchased vehicle. White remained the most popular exterior colour across all markets. It saw 53 percent of buyers utilised credit solutions to fund their purchases, reflecting a shift towards structured ownership.

Hanish Yadav, Senior Vice-President, Spinny, said, “Gudi Padwa holds deep cultural significance as a time of renewal and new beginnings. We are witnessing more customers align their car-buying journeys with such meaningful occasions. The strong surge in deliveries and increased engagement across our hubs reflects both evolving consumer intent and the trust placed in Spinny. Our focus remains on ensuring a transparent, reliable, and high-quality experience - regardless of demand cycles.”

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Renault India has officially released the ARAI-certified fuel efficiency figures for the newly launched Duster, which is now powered by the Turbo TCe 160 engine. This latest iteration of the SUV delivers a fuel economy rating of 18.45 kmpl when paired with the DCT automatic gearbox, while the version equipped with the six-speed manual transmission achieves a rating of 17.75 kmpl.

Developed specifically to suit Indian driving conditions, the vehicle combines robust performance with what Renault describes as best-in-class ride and handling characteristics. At the heart of the Duster is a turbo-petrol unit that generates 163 PS of power along with 280 Nm of torque, securing its position as the most powerful engine in its category.

Through intelligent engineering and a carefully optimised powertrain, Renault has managed to create a compelling balance that merges high output with segment-leading fuel efficiency, ensuring drivers do not have to compromise between spirited performance and economical running.

Dr V Vikraman, Chief of Renault Engineering, Renault Group India, said, “The ARAI-certified figures highlight the strength of our technology and our commitment to delivering superior all-round value. New Renault Duster’s Turbo 160 engine integrates advanced solutions such as low-friction coatings and high-pressure fuel injection to optimise combustion and efficiency. Paired with Renault’s latest DCT automatic transmission, which ensures fast and seamless gear shifts, the powertrain delivers an excellent balance of performance and fuel efficiency while remaining strong and responsive on the road.”

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