Toyota Kirloskar Motor, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers in the country, has reported a 5 percent growth in June wholesales.

The company sold 28,869 units last month, which included 26,453 units in the domestic market and 2,416 units exported, marking a growth of 3 percent and 40 percent YoY, respectively.

On the other hand, the company saw its Q1 sales grow to 19 percent with 87,057 units sold in total. This includes 80,566 units in the domestic market, up 18 percent YoY, and 6,491 units exported, up 34 percent YoY, respectively.

The company has benefited from its model-sharing alliance with Maruti Suzuki India, which has expanded its product line-up to introduce models such as Glanza and Rumion.

Varinder Wadhwa, Vice-President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Toyota Kirloskar Motor sales in the month of June 2025 was 5 percent higher than that of June 2024. We continue to strongly engage with our customers through after-sales service support offerings and value-added offerings that are aimed at enriching their ownership experience at every step. As we move through the rest of the year, we will remain agile and focused on what our customers want and continue to serve the market effectively.”

It was just recently that the company introduced the Fortuner and Legender in their new 'Neo Drive' avatars, featuring an advanced 48‑Volt system.

The auto major also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ohmium International, a leading PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) technology provider, to accelerate hydrogen adoption across diverse use cases.

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Volkswagen-owned Czech auto brand Skoda Auto India has reported its highest-ever half-year sales of 36,194 units in its 25-year history in the country.

Thanks to a slew of new product offerings in the country, Skoda Auto India now ranks amongst the top seven automotive brands in the country. The achievement comes at a time when the company marks its silver jubilee in India and 130^th year celebration globally.

Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “Our landmark half-yearly sales reflect the strong acceptance of Skoda products and services by customers in India. Our customers love to explore the world around them every day. With the addition of the Kylaq in our portfolio, we now enable their journeys even more through an ‘SUV For Everyone’, as well as our sedan offering. Our aim is to get ‘closer’ to our customers in India with our accessible products, services, and touchpoints across the country. This achievement encourages us to stay focused on being relevant through timely product actions, offer unique value to our customers by differentiating our product and service offerings, and to continue building trust with an unmatched ownership experience.”

It was at the start of the year, Skoda Auto India introduced its first sub-4-metre SUV, the Kylaq, in the country, its most affordable yet. The Kodiaq 4x4 was soon launched later targeting the premium set of consumers.

At the same time, the company is further cementing its network to over 295 touchpoints to be closer to customers. The target is to have 350 touchpoints by end-2025.

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Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for June 2025 and Q1 FY2026. The company reportedly sold 76,355 units in the domestic market across segments, which marked a 14 percent YoY growth over June 2024.

This includes 47,306 SUVs, up 18 percent YoY, 20,575 commercial vehicles and 8,454 three-wheelers, including electric models.

For Q1 FY2026, the company’s sales came at 237,582 units, which was 16 percent higher YoY. SUVs continued to drive volumes with 22 percent growth in Q1 at 152,067 units, as against 124,248 units sold last year.

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “In June, we achieved SUV sales of 47,306 units, a growth of 18 percent, and total vehicle sales of 78,969 units, a 14 percent growth compared to the same month last year. The quarter ended on a very positive note for us, marking the highest quarter ever for SUVs.”

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Iconic British sports car brand Marcos is roaring back to life. Marcos Motor Company, the current owner of the brand's original assets dating back to 1959, has announced ambitious plans to launch the first new Marcos cars in approximately 20 years.

Three distinct vehicle programs are currently underway, with physical prototypes already in advanced development. These projects aim to span both classic Marcos models and entirely new vehicles, catering to both road and track enthusiasts.

Project Spotlights: A Glimpse into the Future

Project #1 is a modern interpretation of a beloved classic Marcos model. While retaining its recognizable silhouette, this vehicle will feature a contemporary platform and drivetrain. It's being used to test new in-house capabilities and is being developed with potential track use in mind, with its first prototype already having undergone testing.

Project #2 is an entirely new vehicle designed for both road and track. A crash-tested and homologated rolling chassis has already been engineered and built and is currently undergoing further evaluation. This new car will forge its own path, drawing no direct inspiration from legacy Marcos models, but will staunchly uphold the brand's core principles of lightweight construction, simplicity and an engaging, 'seat-of-the-pants' handling experience.

Project #3 focuses on continuation cars. With ownership of the original body molds, manufacturing tooling and jigs for almost every Marcos model produced since its inception over 65 years ago, Marcos Motor Company is uniquely positioned to produce authentic, contemporary versions of these beloved classics. Crucially, as the owner of the manufacturing and brand rights, any continuation car will be officially and authentically a Marcos, complete with its iconic logo.

Marcos Motor Company will continue to provide its dedicated Marcos Heritage Spares service, offering genuine parts, servicing, maintenance and repairs to existing customers. This offering will benefit from the broader expertise and facilities of the entire Marcos Motor Company group. The company also plans to develop its own performance upgrades, leveraging the tuning capabilities of the group's existing engine specialist unit.

Howard Nash, Owner and Chairman, Marcos Motor Company, “Marcos is a much-loved British sports car brand. It has a wonderful history but also an ethos of simplicity for raw, driver-focused handling. It’s an analogue experience you can’t get from large car manufacturers and supercar brands and one which I think enthusiasts hanker after today. We want to honour that original ethos while being forward-looking too, giving Marcos a new, younger audience, as well as bringing the brand back for those who grew up with it.”

Nash, a businessman with a background in automotive and motorsport engineering, acquired Marcos in 2022, having served as a director since 2021. He also chairs Automotive Vision, the umbrella company that includes Marcos Motor Company, Marcos Engineering, Marcos Sales and Marcos Heritage Spares, the latter of which has been a continuous resource for existing owners for over 25 years. The group further encompasses a century-old automotive business specialising in body and paint and a long-established engine restoration and tuning operation.

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Mumbai-headquartered SUV major Mahindra & Mahindra has upgraded its popular offering, the Scorpio-N Z8L variant, with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) tech.

This will see the Scorpio-N Z8L variant coming with Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Smart Pilot Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition and High Beam Assist features.

The ADAS tech will further enhance safety quotient for the Scorpion-N with exclusive features such as Speed Limit Assist and Front Vehicle Start Alert, marking a first for Mahindra ICE SUVs.

Furthermore, the company has also expanded the Scorpio-N line-up with the introduction of the Z8T variant at INR 2.02 million. The new variant will sit between the Z8 and Z8L variants. It comes with a compelling mix of premium features, including R18 diamond-cut alloy wheels, a 12-speaker Sony-branded audio system, front camera, front parking sensors, 6-way powered driver seat, electronic parking brake (EPB), ventilated front seats and an auto-dimming IRVM.

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