Skoda Auto India is making waves at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi, held from January 17 to 22. With an impressive showcase of eight models, Skoda’s pavilion in Hall 3-01 at Bharat Mandapam exemplifies its century-old global legacy of innovation, performance and its steadfast commitment to sustainable mobility.

The Skoda Kylaq, the brand’s first-ever sub-4-metre SUV designed specifically for India, is a highlight of the expo. The Kylaq in Olive Gold seamlessly combines contemporary design with cutting-edge engineering. Powered by a reliable 1.0 TSI engine with options for a six-speed manual or automatic transmission, it is available in four variants and seven colours. Its robust safety features, earning it a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, underscore Skoda’s emphasis on passenger protection.

Skoda’s all-new Kodiaq stands as a testament to luxury and versatility. This seven-seater 4x4 SUV combines spacious interiors with refined driving dynamics and off-road capabilities, making it an ideal choice for those seeking comfort and adventure in one package. Equally impressive is the fourth-generation Skoda Superb, a sedan that redefines elegance and sophistication. With its premium features and spacious interiors, the Superb continues to set benchmarks in the executive sedan category.

The facelifted Skoda Octavia vRS, a performance icon, returns to the spotlight with its thrilling agility and dynamic driving experience. Renowned for its speed and precision, it remains a favourite among enthusiasts. Adding to Skoda’s innovative line-up is the Elroq, an entry-level global EV that balances sleek design, practicality and environmental consciousness, positioning itself as a promising addition to Europe’s EV market.

Skoda’s Vision 7S, a futuristic concept car, offers a glimpse into the future of mobility. This vehicle embodies Skoda’s Modern Solid design language and showcases sustainability and advanced technology. It represents the brand’s commitment to driving electric mobility forward with intuitive and eco-friendly innovations.

The Skoda pavilion at the expo is designed to engage visitors through four unique zones. The Safety Zone highlights Skoda’s dedication to passenger protection, a core pillar of its engineering philosophy. The Power Zone celebrates the brand’s racing heritage with simulators and soundscapes, while the Sustainability Zone underscores Skoda’s eco-friendly initiatives and evolving product line-up. Finally, the Luxury Zone showcases Skoda’s craftsmanship, offering a blend of style and superior comfort.

An accessorised version of the Kylaq is also on display, featuring over 30 bespoke additions. From UV-protect sun blinds to premium 7D spill-proof mats, this version sets a new standard for personalisation, catering to the unique preferences of Indian consumers.

As Skoda Auto celebrates 130 years globally and 25 years in India, the brand reinforces its dedication to combining European engineering excellence with the evolving needs of the Indian market. By integrating innovation and sustainability, Škoda continues to pave the way for a greener and more dynamic future in mobility.

Speaking on the company’s participation, Brand Director Petr Janeba said, “The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is a remarkable opportunity for us to demonstrate our evolving global and Indian portfolio of ICE and EV vehicles. India is the second leg we stand on globally outside Europe and is a key market for us. From the all-new Kylaq to our insight into the future with the Vision 7S, all our models showcased at Bharat Mobility Expo focus on delivering innovation along with European design and performance for the ever-important Indian market. The technology and design from these products are going to be the key to our further expansion in India and our endeavour to attract newer customers in the Škoda Auto India family.”

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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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