- Toyota Kirloskar Motor
- Toyota
- Hackathon 2025
- Innovation
- young innovators
- education
- road safety
- India
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Concludes 24-Hour Toyota Hackathon 2025 In Mumbai
- by MT Bureau
- January 30, 2025

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has concluded the 24-hour Toyota Hackathon 2025 in Mumbai engineered to empower young innovators to drive road safety solutions. It has been a part of the automaker’s commitment to education and road safety.
Held at Vidyalankar Institute, Wadala (East), Mumbai, and coinciding with ‘Road Safety Month’ (January 18 – February 17, 2025), the event brought together over 400 talented students from over 100 schools across Mumbai, turning in turn into an effective platform to develop actionable solutions to critical road safety challenges.
Attracting the presence of Atul Moreshwar Save, Minister for OBC Welfare, Dairy Development, and Renewable Energy, Government of Maharashtra; Arprit Save, President Chamber of Marathawada Industries and Agriculture, and Senior leadership from TKM (including Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Governance, TKM, and Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President and Head State Affairs, TKM), the event – a key pillar of TKM’s comprehensive Road Safety Initiative designed to address this critical issue by integrating road safety education into school and college curriculums – began with team selection and idea submissions, progressed through a boot camp, culminated in a 24-hour final hackathon, and concluded with incubation support for the top one winner per city.
Fostering critical thinking, innovation and a sense of responsibility, the Hackathon – structured in five phases – saw participants tackle key road safety themes such as ‘Road Safety Awareness and Education’, ‘Community Engagement for Safety’, ‘School Zone Safety’, ‘Road Infrastructure and Pollution’, ‘IoT/ICT in Road Safety’, ‘Traffic Easement’ and ‘Making Roads Inclusive’.
Out of 100 initial teams, 28 advanced to post- boot camp, 10 teams completed in the final hackathon out of which 3 emerged as winners, earning continued support to bring their innovative ideas to life.
Following the success in Mumbai, the Toyota Hackathon 2025 will move to Bangalore on 14 February 2025. For the 2024-25 academic year, TKM aims to expand the initiative to 300 institutions across key cities, with over 400 innovative concepts already submitted.
Speaking at the event, Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Governance, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we are driven by the belief that empowering the younger generation with the right tools, mentorship, and opportunities can lead to transformative change. The Toyota Hackathon 2025 serves as a testament to our unwavering commitment to road safety and innovation, as it brings together young minds to ideate, collaborate, and develop solutions for safer roads. This initiative reflects our holistic approach to fostering a culture of safety and sustainability, aligning with Toyota’s global vision of zero traffic fatalities.”
- Toyota Kirloskar Motor
- Reimagining Growth
- Karnataka Government
- Karnataka 2025 Global Investors Meet
- Manasi N. Tata
- Swapnesh R. Maru
- Sudeep Dalvi
- Toyota Technical Training Institute
- TTTI
- skilling
- Government Tool Room & Training Centers
Karnataka Government Confers Toyota Kirloskar Motor At Global Investors Meet For Commitment To State
- by MT Bureau
- February 12, 2025

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has received an ‘Investment Certificate’ from the Karnataka government at the Invest Karnataka 2025 Global Investors Meet (GIM) for its contribution to the state’s economic growth, job creation and green mobility. The automaker is participating at the forum under the theme ‘Reimagining Growth’.
The company was recognised for its investment in a third manufacturing plant in November 2023, which is expected to generate 2,000 new jobs and 100,000 unit per annum production capacity for the automaker.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor is showcasing its sustainable mobility solution at the Future of Innovation Pavillion. It has create three experience zones – sustainability pavilion, green technology zone and skill development & CSR initiatives.
Incepted in 2010, GIM has become Karnataka’s premier investment platform, fostering economic growth, industrial innovation and policy dialogue.
Manasi N. Tata, Vice Chairperson, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, our journey has always been about creating lasting value for society through innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Karnataka, a progressive state, has been the foundation of our growth in India, and we are deeply grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community through our continued investments in industrial progress and clean mobility solutions.”
Swapnesh. R. Maru, Deputy MD - Corporate Planning, Green Field Project, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we believe that sustainability is about living in harmony with nature, seamlessly weaving together people, progress, and the planet to create a home where no one is left behind. Our journey toward green mobility is driven by a deep sense of responsibility to create a cleaner, safer, and more inclusive future for generations to come. Our participation in Invest Karnataka 2025 is a testament to that vision. Through our multi-pathway approach to carbon neutrality, we are driving meaningful change in the Indian automotive landscape and remain steadfast in our vision of contributing to ‘Viksit Bharat’ by fostering an ecosystem of collaboration, innovation, and responsible manufacturing. Together, with every step we take, we move closer to a world where growth and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.”
Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President & Head of State Affairs, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Sustainability is at the core of Toyota’s global philosophy, and at Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we are dedicated to pioneering clean and efficient mobility solutions that align with India’s carbon neutrality goals. We are grateful to the Government of Karnataka for its progressive policies and strong support, which have fostered a robust industrial ecosystem, enabling Karnataka to emerge as a key hub for manufacturing and innovation under the ‘Make in India’ vision. The state’s forward-thinking approach has not only accelerated the adoption of green mobility but has also strengthened the foundation for skill development and localisation. Through our participation in Invest Karnataka 2025 GIM, we continue to support the state’s industrial ecosystem by nurturing technological advancements, skill development, and responsible manufacturing practices."
Till date, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has invested over INR 160 billion in Karnataka along with an additional INR 40 billion being executed towards its third plant in the region. Furthermore, the company has also focussed on skilling, localisation and sustainability, with the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) expanding to 1,200 students, including 600 female students, to make Karnataka’s youth future ready. The OEM is also developing 16 Government Tool Room & Training Centers (GTTC), with plans to expand to 36 by 2026, and partnering with 49 ITIs, having trained 2,975 students so far, with a target of 88 institutes.
- Volkswagen
- Volkswagen India
- Volkswagen Ludhiana
- Taigun
- Virtus
- Tiguan
- Ashish Gupta
- Saravdeep Lally
- Tasneem Singh Lally
- Lally Motors
Volkswagen India Opens New Dealership In Ludhiana
- by MT Bureau
- February 11, 2025
German passenger vehicles manufacturer Volkswagen India has inaugurated its newest sales touchpoint in Ludhiana, Punjab called ‘Volkswagen Ludhiana’.
With this, the company now has 11 sales and seven service facilities in Punjab, which the automaker shared further strengthens its presence in the region.
The Volkswagen Ludhiana outlet is managed by Saravdeep Lally and a team of 10 service professionals features a three-car display featuring – Taigun, Virtus and Tiguan.
Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “The launch of Volkswagen Ludhiana is a significant step towards our Punjab growth story. Last year, we were able to establish a growth of 26 % in the state with customers in Punjab looking to own premium mobility solutions that really redefine the thrill of driving. As Ludhiana is a thriving territory for us, we are excited to make the Volkswagen experience even more accessible to our customers here, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience of our powerful, safe and feature loaded cars. This expansion underscores our commitment to creating a premium automotive destination that reflects the aspirations of Ludhiana's discerning customers.”
Tarsem Singh Lally, Managing Director, Lally Motors, added, “We are happy to bring the thrilling experience of driving a Volkswagen to our esteemed customers in Ludhiana (Ferozepur Road) to cater and service the Ferozepur Road and South City customers with a team of highly trained professionals, we are prepared to offer an exceptional car buying experience and look forward to being an integral part of the growing Volkswagen footprint in the region. This is our nineth Volkswagen Showroom in Punjab and the Tri-City Region.”
- Mahindra & Mahindra
- INGLO Electric Origin
- MAIA
- SDVs
- Charge.in
- Me4u
Mahindra Revamping Dealership And Aftersales Network To Support EV Ambition
- by MT Bureau
- February 10, 2025

Mumbai-headquartered SUV manufacturer Mahindra has is revamping its physical touchpoints to reflect its transformation journey. The company recently opened its next-gen dealership, which it said is inspired by its Heartcore design philosophy.
The new facilities boast a modern colour palette, dramatic lighting, intuitive technology and a seamless interaction. The new-age dealerships will offer customers an immersive environment to witness the company’s technologies such as INGLO Electric Origin architecture to MAIA, the Sonic Studio Experience. It is also upgrading its aftersales service network to have dedicated service bays for eSUVs, expert technicians trained for handling EVs and advanced tools, equipment and technology.
Predictive diagnostics tailored for software-driven vehicles (SDVs) including first-of-its-kind Remote Vehicle Diagnostics (RVD), ensuring proactive maintenance and a seamless customer experience.
The automaker is also setting up strategically located Battery Repair Centres for seamless EV battery care.
A 400-strong team of Mahindra Tech Experts, supported by engineers from Mahindra Research Valley (MRV), to ensure precision service.
Charge.in
The company is also introducing CHARGE.IN, a dedicated EV charging vertical with more than 350 experts offering bespoke charging solutions.
Me4U
Through Mahindra’s Me4U App the company will simply entire ownership experience from pre-sales to sales and aftersales for its customers by providing real-time order tracking, test drive bookings and vehicle insights even before delivery. Live vehicle status, remote controls and energy management post-delivery are some of the other features that it will offer.
Furthermore, to ensure a smooth EV ownership experience the company aims to have seamless integration with 50 percent of India’s fastest-charging DC chargers by March 2025.
- Honda Cars India Ltd
- Honda Cars
- E20 Compliance
- Sustainability
- E20 Petrol
Honda Cars India Achieves E20 Compliance For All Its Current Models
- by MT Bureau
- February 06, 2025

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL), India's premier luxury automobile manufacturer, has received E20 (20 percent ethanol blended) petrol compliance certification for all of its current models, including the Honda Elevate, Honda City e:HEV, Honda City and Honda Amaze. It also includes the E20 compliance certification gained for the 2nd Generation Honda Amaze in January 2025.
Since 2009, HCIL has adopted E20 fuel, and as of 1 January 2009, all Honda vehicles built in India are compatible with E20 materials. This shows the company's constant dedication to its consumers by giving them access to the most cutting-edge international goods and services first. Customers may utilise E20 petrol in their current Honda vehicles without worrying about the car's longevity or needing to replace any parts. In order to meet current pollution standards, the Indian government has required that all gasoline-powered mono- and bi-fuel cars with positive ignition engines, including hybrids, built on or after 1 April 2025, be certified using ethanol (E20) fuel.
Kunal Behl, Vice President – Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd, said, "At Honda Cars India, we are committed to driving sustainable mobility solutions, and all our cars have been E20 material compatible since Jan 2009 enabling our customers to seamlessly adopt the greener E20 fuel without any modifications. The latest compliance certification for all our current models ahead of the pan India E20 fuel introduction aligns with the Government of India’s goal to implement greener fuels. As India moves towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, HCIL will continue to remain at the forefront.”
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