Prerna Lidhoo

The company is scaling capacity to 1.14 million units while sharpening its SUV and EV playbook.

The automaker expects the recent post GST surge in hatchback and sedan demand to be temporary and plans to introduce two new SUV nameplates this fiscal year, including a localized electric model.

The commercial vehicle manufacturer plans to absorb a portion of rising commodity costs to protect domestic sales momentum following a record operational performance in the 2026 financial year.

The commercial vehicle manufacturer reported a 54 percent rise in full year export volumes despite the West Asia conflict disrupting shipments to the Middle East and causing fuel shortages in key SAARC markets.

The company said it will launch 15 next-generation hybrid models globally by FY30, with a major focus on North America, while reallocating resources previously earmarked for EVs into hybrids.

According to the management, the brand’s focus areas for new car launches will be the high-volume sub-4-metre category and the midsize segment.

The passenger vehicle manufacturer reported record electric vehicle sales of over 92,000 units for the 2026 financial year and stated it has no immediate plans to introduce hybrid models.

BKT Senior President and Director Satish Sharma talks about the brand, what the government can do for the tyre industry and uncertainty in today’s world.

Shailesh Chandra says the company is ready with technology for higher ethanol blends, with its first flex-fuel passenger vehicle expected by end-2026 or early 2027.

Aravind Mani, Co-founder & CEO of River Mobility, unpacks the realities of building an EV startup in one of the world's toughest two-wheeler markets.