Škoda Auto India Launches ‘Škoda Superstars’ Campaign
- By MT Bureau
- April 29, 2025
Celebrating 130 years of automotive legacy globally and marking a presence in the Indian market for the last 25 years, Skoda Auto India has launched the ‘Skoda Superstars' campaign that underlines celebration of passion, persistence and people.
It aims at those who dare to dream and work relentlessly with actor Ranveer Singh as the anchor. A film featuring Singh along with iconic cars of the brand through the ages – as a key part of the campaign – highlights the resilience of Skoda’s iconic founders, Laurin and Klement. It also focuses on modern-day heroes from all walks of life, leaving viewers with a compelling call to action – to ‘celebrate your journey’.
Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, spoke about the campaign: “The ‘Skoda Superstars’ campaign is not just a tribute, it’s a movement. It’s our way of honouring the spirit of determination and drive that has defined Skoda Auto since 1895 and continues to thrive in the people around us today. As we celebrate 130 years globally and 25 years in India, we want to go beyond just showcasing our cars. We want to celebrate the human stories that mirror our own journey, from vision and grit to achievement. Through this campaign, we’re inviting every individual to share their personal triumphs and become a part of the Skoda legacy. Because in the end, it’s not just about where you come from, but how far your passion and work ethic can take you.”
As part of the campaign, Skoda Auto India is inviting fans to participate in a unique contest by sharing their stories of dreams turned into achievements. By uploading a personal photo that reflects their journey, users can generate a special double-exposure image featuring themselves and a Skoda car, symbolising how their personal milestones intersect with the brand’s enduring legacy.
JSW MG Motor India Sells 6,048 PVs In May
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
JSW MG Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced its wholesale sales for May 2026.
The company sold 6,048 units last month, down 4.06 percent, as compared to 6,304 units for the same period last year.
JSW MG Motor India attributed the ongoing global supply chain disruptions, rising commodity prices and a rise in freight tariffs that have impacted demand.
On the other hand, the company is looking to drive further growth with its recently introduced Majestor SUV, which replaces the outgoing Gloster as the flagship IC-powered vehicle in the carmaker's domestic lineup. The SUV is available in two drivetrain configurations. The 4x2 Automatic Top Trim is available in 6-seater and 7-seater layouts, while the 4x4 Automatic Top Trim, priced at INR 4.49 million (ex-showroom), can be had only in a 7-seater layout.
Mahindra Sells 58,021 SUVs In May 2026
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for May 2026, which marked a 20 percent YoY growth.
The company sold a total of 58,021 SUVs in the domestic market, which was 11 percent higher than 52,431 units last year.
In the commercial vehicle and three-wheeler segment, the sales came at 36,615 units, up 36 percent, as compared to 26,933 units a year ago. This includes 3,490 LCV <2-tonne, 20,589 LCV 2-tonne to 3.5-tonne and 12,536 three-wheelers.
The exports, on the other hand, came at 5,000 units, marking a 37 percent YoY growth.
Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “In May, we achieved SUV sales of 58,021 units, a growth of 11 percent and total vehicle sales stood at 99,636, a 20 percent YoY growth. The sustained demand across our portfolio continues, constrained by supply chain challenges due to manpower shortages at select suppliers.”
Hyundai Motor India Reports 47,837 Wholesales For May 2026
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported its domestic wholesales of 47,837 units in May 2026, which marks a 9.1 percent YoY growth.
On the exports front, the company shipped 13,300 units, which was 4.1 percent compared to a year ago. With this, the total sales for last month came at 61,137 units, up 4.1 percent YoY.
Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Hyundai Motor India has continued its strong momentum of the year into May as well, achieving domestic sales of 47,837 units with 9.1 percent YoY growth and total sales of 61,137 units with 4.1 percent YoY growth. In the first two months (April and May) of FY27, HMIL witnessed domestic sales rise by 13 percent to 99,739 units, compared to 88,235 units in the same period of FY26.”
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Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Expands Volkswagen Brand To Sri Lanka
- By MT Bureau
- May 29, 2026
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL) has announced the official launch of the Volkswagen brand in Sri Lanka. The expansion is being executed in partnership with local automotive distributor Continental Cars and Commercials.
The brand has entered the market with two initial passenger vehicle models: the Taigun SUV and the Virtus sedan. Both product lines are manufactured at SAVWIPL’s Chakan production facility in Pune, India, and are exported to Sri Lanka as part of the company's regional manufacturing and export hub strategy.
To anchor the brand's retail presence, SAVWIPL and Continental Cars and Commercials have inaugurated an integrated 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) dealership facility in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, Colombo.
The facility features a built-up footprint of 18,713 square feet positioned across nearly one acre of land, and houses more than 20 active workshop service bays to manage customer after-sales requirements under a single roof.
The market entry aligns with stabilization trends within Sri Lanka's automotive retail sector and an increasing consumer demand for premium passenger vehicles.
Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, said, “Sri Lanka is a market with strong automotive passion and a deep appreciation for quality engineering. Volkswagen’s entry in the country marks not just the expansion of our footprint, but our long term strategy to leverage our scale, localisation and engineering capabilities to build sustainable growth beyond India. With our partner Continental Cars and Commercials Ltd, we are proud to introduce Volkswagen in Sri Lanka, beginning with the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan. Our focus is to build trust through reliability, customer centricity, and a premium ownership experience backed by strong service support.”
Jan Bures, Executive Director of Sales, Marketing and Digital, SAVWIPL, added, “With the Taigun and Virtus, we are introducing two products that address clear customer preferences in Sri Lanka’s premium passenger vehicle market. Our focus is to build the Volkswagen brand with the right product mix, a strong retail presence, and a dependable after-sales experience that gives customers confidence from day one. This is not just about expanding our horizons in South Asia, but also about creating a solid foundation for sustainable growth over the long term.”

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