Kia India has expanded its Carens lineup with the launch of the Carens Clavis, which is a three-row vehicle available in 6- and 7-seat configurations.

The company shared that the name ‘Clavis’ comes from the Latin phrase Clavis Aurea, meaning ‘Golden Key’, and is positioned by the company as a vehicle suited to families seeking flexible space and utility.

Since its debut three years ago, the Carens has gone home to over 200,000 families in India. According to the company, the Clavis is a response to changing consumer requirements and builds on the Carens platform with added features.

The Carens Clavis includes exterior elements such as Kia’s Digital Tiger Face, LED headlamps with DRLs, and connected LED taillamps. It rides on 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and includes front and rear skid plates, side door inserts and is available in a new Ivory Silver Gloss paint option.

On the inside, the Clavis features a dual-display setup combining infotainment and driver information panels, measuring 26.62 cm each. The cabin includes sliding and reclining second-row seating with one-touch tumble function, third-row access with a segment-first electric folding mechanism and an optional panoramic sunroof.

Other interior features include seat-mounted air purifiers, roof-mounted air vents, ambient lighting with multiple colour options, ventilated front seats, powered driver seat adjustment and an 8-speaker audio system from Bose.

The Carens Clavis comes with remote control for power windows and a 360-degree camera system paired with a blind view monitor displayed in the instrument cluster. Spot lamps have been integrated into the rear doors for additional visibility.

On the safety front, the Carens Clavis includes Level 2 ADAS with 20 autonomous features such as – Smart Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance and more. The standard safety package includes six airbags, Electronic Stability Control and Rear Occupant Alert.

The Carens Clavis is offered with three engine options: the Smartstream G1.5 petrol, the Smartstream G1.5 Turbo-GDi petrol (available with a manual transmission) and the D1.5 diesel. The vehicle will be available in seven trims: HTE, HTE(O), HTK, HTK+, HTK+(O), HTX, and HTX+.

Available colour options include Ivory Silver Gloss, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue, Glacier White Pearl, Gravity Grey, Sparkling Silver, Aurora Black Pearl, and Clear White.

Gwanggu Lee, MD and CEO, Kia India, said, “Innovation is the core of everything we do, driven by advanced technology and distinctive design. The unveiling of the Carens Clavis represents a key milestone in our journey, embodying our commitment to a progressive, premium and purpose-led approach. We recognise the evolving needs of our customers and with the Carens Clavis, we’re offering more than just a vehicle, it’s a thoughtfully crafted experience that enhances everyday mobility. As we continue to push boundaries, we remain focused on delivering smart, design-led solutions that empower families and inspire confidence on every drive.”

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Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has announced its financial results for Q2 FY2027, reporting consolidated revenue of INR 969.2 billion, representing a 34 percent YoY growth. Consolidated EBITDA reached 6.2 percent with an EBIT margin of 1.1 percent, while profit before tax, before exceptional items, stood at INR 4.03 billion.

During the quarter, the company incurred an exceptional expenditure of INR 67 billion for employee separation costs and asset impairments.

In Q2 FY2027, Tata Motors’ domestic passenger vehicles business recorded its highest quarterly revenue at INR 204.23 billion, up 51 percent YoY, driven by a 40 percent volume growth. Electric vehicle volumes grew 90 percent YoY, pushing alternative powertrains past 50 percent penetration, with electric vehicles accounting for 23 percent and compressed natural gas (CNG) models at 28 percent. The domestic unit registered an EBITDA margin of 4 percent and an EBIT margin of -0.3 percent, affected by commodity costs and foreign exchange pressures, while generating a positive free cash flow of INR 8.25 billion.

Tata Motors-owned British marquee luxury brand Jaguar Land Rover reported revenue of GBP 5.9 billion, a 20.3 percent increase YoY, supported by wholesale volume recovery following cyber incidents in the previous year.

Jaguar Land Rover posted an EBITDA margin of 6.6 percent and an adjusted EBIT margin of 1.1 percent, with a profit before tax and exceptional items of GBP 6 million. During the quarter, Jaguar Land Rover unveiled three luxury electric vehicles – the Range Rover Electric, Range Rover Sport Electric, and the Jaguar Type 01 – built in the United Kingdom, alongside restructuring provisions of GBP 530 million and a free cash outflow of GBP 540 million.

Dhiman Gupta, CFO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said, “In Q2 FY27 TMPV continued to build on its strong momentum in the domestic business, while JLR delivered resilient volumes despite global market specific challenges and wind-down of previous Jaguar models. However, adverse mix and persistent commodity pressures weighed on margins. Both businesses remain fundamentally strong, and we stay focused on executing our medium-term priorities: driving growth through new launches, accelerating cost reductions and improving cash generation.”

PB Balaji, CEO, Jaguar Land Rover, said, “JLR delivered positive operating profits in the second quarter and first half of the financial year, despite ongoing global challenges. We launched three new products: Range Rover Electric, Range Rover Sport Electric and the show stopping Jaguar Type 01 at a world premiere in New York. With the proposed arrival of Range Rover GT and a new electric Defender product in the new year, we are entering a phase of exciting product launches. This, together with our growth plans for the US and disciplined execution of the Enterprise Missions to reduce our breakeven volumes to 300k units, positions us well to deliver consistent, cash-accretive growth in the coming years. I would like to thank all our people, supply chain and retail partners for their continued support.”

Shailesh Chandra, MD and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said, “Q2 FY27 was another quarter of strong execution for Tata Motors PV, with record quarterly sales of 200k+ units and industry-beating growth of 40% YoY reflecting robust customer demand across our portfolio. We maintained our leadership in electric mobility, recording industry-beating growth of 90 percent YoY in EV sales. Building on the momentum of our Q1 launches, we further strengthened our portfolio with new launchings including the all-new Tata Aeris. We also unveiled our new customer-facing identity, TATA.CARS, reflecting the evolution of our brand in step with the aspirations of today's Indian car buyer. We registered a Y-o-Y revenue growth of 51 percent and our highest ever quarterly revenues of INR 204 billion in Q2FY27. While steep commodity cost pressures remained a headwind, we responded through calibrated pricing and focused cost actions. Looking ahead, we remain focused on sustaining industry-beating growth, capitalizing on growing EV-penetration, ramping up production capacity and strengthening profitability.”

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European auto major Stellantis recognised 61 suppliers from around the world on 10 November at its sixth annual Global Supplier Conference and Awards held at the Masonic Temple in Detroit.

During the event, 21 companies were named 2026 Suppliers of the Year, while 40 companies received recognition across categories covering materials, quality, innovation, programme management, corporate social responsibility, carbon reduction and value creation.

The conference brought together more than 1,000 supplier representatives and members of the Stellantis leadership team. Executives outlined priorities around programme launch execution, technologies, supplier engagement in design and quality standards to support the FaSTLAne 2030 strategy, alongside a presentation on Jeep brand strategy and the company's ties to the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram brands in Detroit.

A cross-functional Stellantis team selected the recipients based on quality, delivery, innovation, operational and financial metrics, corporate social responsibility and competitiveness.

Antonio Filosa, CEO, Stellantis, said, “Delivering on our strategy requires us to move faster, innovate smarter and execute with excellence. Our suppliers are essential partners in this journey, helping us bring great products to market, strengthen our competitiveness and create greater value for our customers. Congratulations to all this year’s award winners, and thank you to our global supplier community for your partnership and continued commitment.”

Monica Genovese, Chief Purchasing Officer, Stellantis, said, “Strong supplier partnerships are built on trust, performance and continuous improvement. This year’s honourees distinguished themselves through their ability to deliver quality, innovation and value in a dynamic environment. Their performance strengthens our competitiveness and helps us create better outcomes for our customers.”

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Nissan Motor India (NMIPL), a leading manufacturer of passenger vehicles in the country, is observing World Quality Month across its network of 315 sales and service touchpoints during November 2026.

The campaign operates under the theme 'Unmistakable Quality. Every Customer. Every Vehicle. Every Time.' and centres on the operational principle of 'Fix It Right the First Time' to standardise repair processes and aftersales support across dealerships.

The programme is structured around four weekly pillars covering environment, personnel, customer experience and repair quality.

Activities throughout the month include workshop standard audits, technical training programmes for service personnel, customer education workshops, vehicle health check-up camps and feedback collection mechanisms aimed at verifying service quality across the network.

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Cars24 has published its festive performance report covering the period from Navratri through Diwali, reporting 19,039 pre-owned vehicle sales, a 44 percent increase compared to the previous festive period.

The company disbursed over INR 3 billion in vehicle loans during the period, with financing penetration reaching 55 percent of total sales. First-time buyers represented 72 percent of customers, while rural buyers accounted for 40 percent of sales and women buyers formed 36 per cent of the customer base. Maruti Suzuki India, Hyundai Motor India and Tata Motors were the top-selling manufacturers on the platform, with Tata vehicle sales growing 85 percent YoY.

Hatchbacks accounted for over 50 percent of total sales, while SUVs recorded the highest category growth rate. Demand for petrol vehicles reached 65 percent against 58 percent of supply listings, while CNG and electric vehicles combined represented over 15 percent of bookings against 10 percent of supply listings.

The platform recorded 52 million unique users and processed over 700,000 ownership-related transactions, with peak volume reaching one transaction per second. Inspection and verification services saw 40,000 vehicle health report bookings, 660,000 pre-delivery inspection searches, 10,000 completed vehicle inspections and 30,000 vehicle history checks for external purchases.

Vikram Chopra, Founder, Cars24, said, "Festivals have always been a special time for families to bring home a car. But what we are seeing is that the relationship with a vehicle begins well before the purchase and continues long after it. People are researching more, checking vehicle histories, arranging inspections, taking finance and using digital services to manage everyday ownership. Buying and selling are important moments, but ownership is a much longer journey. Our focus at Cars24 is to make that entire experience simpler, more transparent and more convenient, like a trusted family member you can always turn to for guidance on every vehicle-related decision."

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