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Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Speculation about rising competition from global majors has led to shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors taking a hit on the BSE.

At No 4, VinFast Racing Towards Podium Finish in India EV Market

At No 4, VinFast Racing Towards Podium Finish in India EV Market

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Six months after its India debut, the Vietnamese automaker has overtaken established players such as Hyundai Motor, BMW, Kia, and Chinese EV major BYD.

Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil passes away

Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil passes away

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil, known for his work on the conservation of Western Ghats, has passed away in Pune after a brief illness. He was 83.

Tesla, VinFast Fail To Make A Splash In India

Tesla, VinFast Fail To Make A Splash In India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

In September, Tesla and VinFast accounted for less than 0.5 per cent of all EV registrations.

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

A deep split has emerged within India's auto industry over the proposed CAFE exemption for small cars, with only Maruti Suzuki and Renault backing the move in the final SIAM vote.

Kurnool bus fire: Drivers booked for negligence

Kurnool bus fire: Drivers booked for negligence

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

A case of negligence and overspeed has been registered against two drivers in connection with the fatal bus fire that killed 20 people in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.

Volvo to launch electric SUV EX30 in India this year

Volvo to launch electric SUV EX30 in India this year

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Swedish luxury car maker Volvo is planning to launch its fullly electric small SUV EX30 in India this year as part its plans of launching one electric model in the country every year in line with its global ambition of achieving 90-100 per cent sales from electrified cars by 2030, according to a senior company official. Besides, Volvo Car India is also looking at bringing the new XC60 SUV in India this year, its Managing Director Jyoti Malhotra told PTI.

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'This tragedy will not be the last -- you shall witness another tomorrow, perhaps another the day after, and increasingly more.'

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Female students alleged that Saraswati used abusive language, sent obscene messages, and made unwanted physical advances.

'Baby, I love you': Delhi baba's lewd texts revealed in FIR

'Baby, I love you': Delhi baba's lewd texts revealed in FIR

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Female students of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, Delhi were allegedly forced to visit the quarter of self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati late at night and one of them was even forced to change her name, the FIR filed against him read.

EV makers relieved at status quo on GST levy

EV makers relieved at status quo on GST levy

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers breathed a sigh of relief after the GST Council on Wednesday night retained the concessional 5 per cent rate on EVs, though they now face competition from small petrol and diesel cars, which will attract a lower 18 per cent levy.

5 dead, 11 missing as cloudburst hits Uttarakhand

5 dead, 11 missing as cloudburst hits Uttarakhand

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

A devastating flashflood in the Kheer Ganga river on August 5 demolished nearly half of Dharali -- the key stopover en route to Gangotri with many hotels and homestays, and neighbouring Harsil, where an Army camp bore the brunt of the flood fury, barely giving time to the victims to run to safety.

'Luxury car market may double by 2030'

'Luxury car market may double by 2030'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'From the Indian perspective, young customers with more disposable income will also drive the growth.'

Shell deepens India market reach through Raj Petro buy

Shell deepens India market reach through Raj Petro buy

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Global energy giant Shell has acquired Mumbai-based Raj Petro Specialities to deepen its foothold in the world's third biggest lubricants market in the world, a top company official said. Shell, which has already invested over $5 billion in India across the energy value chain -- from LNG import terminals and fuel stations to renewable energy and technology centres -- has acquired 100 per cent equity interest in Raj Petro Specialities Pvt Ltd from Germany's Brenntag Group.

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The BYD Sealion 7 offers instant, exhilarating power, effortlessly pinning you to your seat with a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 4.5 seconds -- a performance proudly showcased on its rear badging.

'World's safest' car crushed by truck, driver blames...

'World's safest' car crushed by truck, driver blames...

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

The driver of the truck involved in a fatal accident in Nelamangala, Karnataka, that killed six people, claimed on Monday that a car ahead of him applied sudden brakes, causing him to lose control and turn towards the road divider. Police are investigating the accident, reviewing CCTV footage and conducting a case study to determine the cause.

EV launches, Chinese models... What Auto Expo Has In Store

EV launches, Chinese models... What Auto Expo Has In Store

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

For the first time, the event will take place across three locations in Delhi: Bharat Mandapam at Pragati Maidan, Yashobhoomi Convention Centre at Dwarka, and India Expo Mart at Greater Noida.

Volvo to assemble cars in India

Volvo to assemble cars in India

Rediff.com19 May 2017

India to be Swedish car maker's second assembly base after Malaysia

Jeev eyeing Volvo treble

Jeev eyeing Volvo treble

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

The ace golfer is eyeing a Volvo Treble at the season-ending Volvo Masters of Asia in Bangkok next week.

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For the first time in history, the luxury car market is poised to cross the sales mark of 50,000 units in 2024, with Mercedes leading the way

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

With all the safety equipment that it features, the S60 could be the smarter, more mature sedan alternative that consumers in this price category want, says Pavan Lall.

Volvo plans financial services arm

Volvo plans financial services arm

Rediff.com14 Jun 2008

AB Volvo, the Swedish truck and bus major, is planning to launch its financial services subsidiary in India. The new subsidiary is expected to start operations in the next six months, according to Volvo India Managing Director Eric Leblanc.

Coronavirus: Ford, Volvo, Tata Motors resort to work-from-home

Coronavirus: Ford, Volvo, Tata Motors resort to work-from-home

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

In wake of the coronavirus pandemic, US auto major Ford has asked its 10,000 employees in India, except those in business-critical roles, to work from home, a step which has also been taken up by Swedish luxury car maker Volvo. A Ford India spokesperson said, in recent days, the company has concluded that the issue of coronavirus has taken on a different dimension.

Volvo Adventure: Calling young environmentalists!

Volvo Adventure: Calling young environmentalists!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2007

The Volvo Adventure Competition, a global internet-based environmental-education programme for schoolchildren aged between 13 and 16, invites applications.

Volvo looking for partners

Volvo looking for partners

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

The company, which manufactures and sells heavy duty trucks in the domestic market, is planning to expand its portfolio of trucks by entering the entry-level truck segment.

Want To Know Priyanka's Secret?

Want To Know Priyanka's Secret?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Disha gets a tattoo... Kajol's killer smile... Sobhita visits a temple...

E Leblanc is Volvo India MD

E Leblanc is Volvo India MD

Rediff.com29 Jan 2005

Volvo has appointed Eric Leblanc as the new managing director to succeed Ulf Nordqvist, in Volvo, India.

Volvo V90: New definition of estates in India

Volvo V90: New definition of estates in India

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

The Volvo V90 Cross Country could make Indians fall in love with station wagons, says P Tharyan.

India plans intact despite Geely takeover: Volvo

India plans intact despite Geely takeover: Volvo

Rediff.com29 Mar 2010

Volvo Auto India on Monday said the acquisition of its parent Volvo by China's Geely will not have any impact on its plans for India.

Now city buses from Volvo!

Now city buses from Volvo!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2005

After a considerable progress in luxury coach segment, Swedish automobile major Volvo now plans to foray into city buses sector in India, a top company executive said on Thursday.

Auto majors' offer: Scrap old cars, get 3% discount on new

Auto majors' offer: Scrap old cars, get 3% discount on new

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Ahead of the festive season, several passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturers have agreed to offer discounts of 1.5-3 per cent on new vehicle purchase against scrapped old vehicles after a meeting with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, an official statement said on Tuesday. The statement further said Mercedes Benz India has offered a flat discount of Rs 25,000, which will be over and above all existing discounts. Union Road Transport and Highways (RT&H) Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday chaired a meeting with the SIAM delegation at Bharat Mandapam, where he addressed pressing issues in the automobile industry.

Volvo sets compact luxury SUV segment afire with XC40

Volvo sets compact luxury SUV segment afire with XC40

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

Has Volvo Cars set the cat among the pigeons? Yes, the compact luxury SUV segment in India will not be the same with the entry of the XC40, says P Tharyan.

Philippe Divry to drive sales for Volvo

Philippe Divry to drive sales for Volvo

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

The Volvo Group, one of the world's leading heavy-duty commercial vehicle (CV) and diesel engine makers, is engineering a fresh push in India, one of the world's biggest growth markets for commercial vehicles.

Volvo launches new trucks, tippers

Volvo launches new trucks, tippers

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

Swedish truck maker Volvo on Tuesday rolled out four new multi-axle heavy trucks and tippers in India.

Rupee-dollar fluctuations hurting margins: Volvo MD

Rupee-dollar fluctuations hurting margins: Volvo MD

Rediff.com22 Jun 2013

While company would hold on to prices for now, hike likely by end of 2013

Volvo unveils all new XC90 at Rs 77.9 lakh

Volvo unveils all new XC90 at Rs 77.9 lakh

Rediff.com12 May 2015

The all new XC90 will be available in Inscription and Momentum trims.

Volvo launches V40 Cross Country at Rs 27 lakh

Volvo launches V40 Cross Country at Rs 27 lakh

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

V40 Cross Country is the only car in India by Volvo Cars that is available in both in diesel and petrol versions.

Volvo set to invade HCV mart

Volvo set to invade HCV mart

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Swedish behemoth Volvo has charted out an aggressive strategy to become a leader in the country's heavy commercial vehicle sector, following its alliance with the Delhi-based Eicher Motors.

Ford's facility may produce Volvo cars

Ford's facility may produce Volvo cars

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

Taking a cue from heavyweights such as BMW, Mercedes and Audi, Ford Motor Company-owned Volvo Car India may use the parents' India facility in Chennai to manufacture and assemble some of its products, reducing their prices substantially.

Eicher Motors forms JV with Volvo

Eicher Motors forms JV with Volvo

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Commercial vehicle manufacturer Eicher Motors Ltd on Monday said it will form a joint venture (JV) with Swedish truck maker AB Volvo, which will have an enterprise value of $506 million.