As per a survey by Park+ Research Labs, which claims to be India's only digital-first, data-driven survey platform, with a sample size of 3,000 car owners across Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Bangalore, the demand is for dashboard cameras to be made mandatory. 
This stems perhaps from the fact that incidences of road rage in almost every nook and corner of the country are growing. What is interesting is that the survey highlighted the need for front and rear dashboard cameras rather than just the front one. 
What is interesting is that owners demanded that the front and rear dashcam be offered as a standard feature over six airbags by passenger vehicle OEMs. Contrary to expectations, it is not six airbags or BNCAP ratings, an overwhelming 48 percent of respondents voted for front and back dashcams as the number one safety feature they want the government and OEMs to mandate in all new vehicles, mentioned Park+Research Labs in its brief report about the survey. 
It underlined the reason as growing urban challenges like road rage, unsafe driving behaviour, hit-and-run cases and complexities around insurance claims. 
Stating that in today’s driving environment, dashcams are seen not just as accessories, but as evidence-generating tools that empower drivers and promote accountability, the survey report mentions that car safety features like airbags or crash test ratings did not top the list, not because they are unimportant, but because consumers now view them as basic, non-negotiable expectations. The demand has clearly shifted towards smart, tech-enabled features that offer real-time, post-incident protection.
 

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Cred, a leading financial technology platform, has unveiled a new car valuation and resale feature within its ‘Cred garage’ vehicle management service, which allows its members to easily determine their car's value and facilitate its sale, streamlining a traditionally cumbersome process.

The service has been developed in partnership with used car platforms Cars24 and Spinny, which enables new functionality for instant car valuations, free doorstep inspections and swift payments upon sale completion. A key focus of the new feature is privacy, with member information remaining secure and private until they actively opt to proceed with an inspection.

The service aims to provide a convenient and transparent way for members to assess their car's market value without the need to visit multiple dealerships or endure unsolicited sales calls. Whether a member is planning to sell, comparing offers or simply curious about their car's current worth, the feature leverages data from two of India's leading digital resale platforms to provide quick and reliable insights. It also serves as a valuable tool for cross-referencing quotes received from offline dealers, ensuring members secure a fair price for their vehicle.

How it works

Cred members can instantly access their car's estimated value within Cred garage, a feature already used by over 7 million members to manage their vehicles. By answering a few straightforward questions, they receive a detailed valuation.

Should they decide to sell, members can schedule a complimentary home inspection at their convenience. The process is designed to be hassle-free, with no extensive paperwork required from the member. Once the vehicle is inspected and an offer is accepted, the partner platforms manage the entire resale process, including the crucial step of ownership transfer.

Member information is only shared with partners if an inspection is booked. Until then, all data remains securely with Cred, preventing any unsolicited calls or messages from dealers. Additionally, Cred garage will continue to provide members with helpful tips on maintaining their vehicles, potentially enhancing their car's resale value in the future.

Akshay Aedula, Product and Growth at Cred, said, “Cred members already manage their vehicles with discipline – tracking challans, renewing insurance, maintaining compliance. By enabling valuation, inspection and resale, we’re closing the loop: turning responsible ownership into real value by making the final step in vehicle management frictionless, secure and in members’ control. This feature is aimed at creating a car resale premium experience in line with the high-value vehicles that members own and enable them to get better value when they upgrade.”

The expansion of Cred garage builds on its existing suite of services, which includes managing challans, renewing pollution certificates, insurance, and FASTag – all from a single platform. Over the past year, more than 2.4 million members have utilised the service to identify pending challans and 5.3 million have received alerts about expiring pollution certificates. With 37 percent of members managing more than one vehicle, this new feature adds significant value to Cred garage.

Cred members constitute a substantial portion of India’s privately owned vehicle demographic. This new feature aims to make car valuation and resale an organised, efficient and spam-free extension of responsible car ownership.

Gajendra Jangid, Co-Founder and CMO, Cars24, said, “At Cars24, we have rebuilt the car-selling experience from the ground up. What was once a slow and unpredictable process is now instant, transparent and fully online. From pricing to paperwork, every step has been simplified to work without friction. This partnership allows us to extend that experience to more people, in a moment that really matters. If we can help someone close a chapter faster and start the next one with clarity, that is a win we deeply care about.”

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European auto major Stellantis has announced the appointment of Antonio Filosa as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 23 June. The decision was unanimous, with Filosa also set to be elected to the Board as an executive director at an upcoming Extraordinary Shareholder Meeting.

Filosa brings over 25 years of automotive experience to the role, with a strong track record of success across various regions. He previously led Stellantis operations in both North and South America, notably transforming the Fiat brand into a market leader in South America and significantly expanding the Peugeot, Citroen, Ram and Jeep brands in the region. His work also includes the creation of the Pernambuco plant in Brazil, a major automotive hub.

As CEO of Jeep, Filosa expanded the brand's global footprint, particularly in Europe, where models like the Jeep Avenger have achieved significant success. Most recently, as Chief Operating Officer, Americas, he initiated the strengthening of US operations, addressing dealer inventory, reorganising leadership and driving new product introductions.

In addition, John Elkann will continue as Executive Chairman when Filosa assumes his new position, at which time Filosa will also announce Stellantis' new leadership team.

John Elkann, Executive Chairman, Stellantis, said, “Antonio’s deep understanding of our company, including its people who he views as our core strength, and of our industry equip him perfectly for the role of Chief Executive Officer in this next and crucial phase of Stellantis’ development.”

Robert Peugeot, Vice Chairman, Stellantis, added, “His track record of successful leadership during his many years with our Company speaks for itself and this, together with his deep knowledge of our business and of the complex dynamics facing our industry, make him the natural choice to become Stellantis’ next CEO.”

Nicolas Dufourcq, CEO of Banque Publique d’Investissement (Bpifrance), stated, “At a moment of transformation for the global automotive industry, Antonio Filosa has the knowledge, the experience, and the talent to lead Stellantis to new successes.”

Antonio Filosa, said, “It is my great honour to be named the CEO of this fantastic Company. I am grateful to our Chairman, John Elkann and to the members of our Board for their leadership, particularly in these recent months, and for the confidence they have placed in me to lead our business during this pivotal time for our industry."

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Nissan Motor India has introduced CNG retrofitment kit for its popular Magnite SUV at INR 74,999. The government-approved CNG kit is fully developed, manufactured and quality assured by Motozen, which will also provide warranty for the kit.

The CNG kit is being introduced by Nissan in a phased manner nationwide. To begin with it will be made available at authorised dealerships in 7 states – Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala and Karnataka, with other markets to be incorporated in Phase 2.

At present, the CNG kit is compatible with the Nissan Magnite 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with the manual gearbox. The BS 6.2 compliant exclusively developed for the Magnite comes with a claimed city mileage of 24 km/kg and 30 km/kg on the highway. In terms of safety, it features 7mm reinforced single casting cylinder (term to be updated), Auto Cut Off valve in case of CNG leakage and a fire extinguisher is also included in the total cost.

An advanser is also installed as a part of the kit to optimise performance and minimise acceleration lag.

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “The new Nissan Magnite has been a phenomenal product for us and has led the success story in India. With a view to meet the requirements of customers, Nissan Dealers will provide an alternate fuel option in the form of a government-approved CNG retrofitment kit which will be carried out at the authorised fitment centres for customers. We are confident that this move will enhance the popular compact SUV’s value proposition and practicality.”

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Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Corporation, which has been sailing through troubled waters globally, is optimistic about Indian market.

Laying to rest speculation on Nissan’s exit from India, Saurabh Vatsa, MD, Nissan Motor India, reiterated that there is “No change in plans for India, everything is secure, people, production, partners and employees. Nissan is staying in India. While we have divested in Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Ltd (RNAIPL), the Alliance partnership benefits us to secure capacity. This means we will continue to produce, sell in India and even drive exports.”

He further explained that despite being just one product – Magnite SUV – the company for last several years but continued to sustain volumes of around 2,000-2,200 units per month.

“We are in the 5^th-6^th year of Magnite in India. Despite being a single product unit, we have been averaging 30,000 units per annum. When you have higher equity than share, the new product portfolio always tends to benefit faster and can help drive volumes easily.  With the upcoming product launches planned, we are looking at 100,000 units for domestic and exports each for FY2026- 27,” he shared.

It may be recollected that it was in March 2025, Nissan India announced its plans to launch an all-new 7-seater B-MPV and a 5-seater C-SUV in Q1 of CY2026 and mid of CY2026, respectively. This would be followed by a 7-seater model in CY2027.

Vatsa also revealed that the company continues to explore all potential options for India, including hybrid and electric vehicles, especially with the upcoming CAFE3 norms set to kick in from 2027.

Responding to new investments, he stated that Nissan is committed to the EUR 700 million in the country, towards new product development and other commitments.

Despite being a one-product company, at present it has 159 dealers in the country and 125 workshops. Going forward, it aims to scale this up to 180 touchpoints by end-2025.

Furthermore, with the new products already in pre-production, it has also started receiving dealer enquiries, who too are optimistic about Nissan India’s growth story.

“We clearly have a path to profitability. If Nissan did not see a future in India, we would not have stayed. Whether it is dealerships, teams or capacities, we are well equipped and committed to India,” concluded Vatsa.  

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