- Maruti Suzuki India
- Maruti Brezza
- Kharkhoda
- Manesar
- Haryana
- Narendra Modi
- Gujarat
Maruti Suzuki India’s Kharkhoda Facility To Start Producing Brezza SUV
- by MT Bureau
- February 25, 2025

Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s leading passenger vehicles manufacturer, has commenced production at its newest facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana.
The company has an installed capacity of 250,000 units at Kharkhoda, which will produce the Brezza SUV.
It maybe recollected, that it was in August 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid down the foundation stone for the facility virtually.
With this the Kharkoda facility now becomes the fourth plant for the company in India, joining two in Haryana (Gurgaon and Manesar) and one in Gujarat (Hansalpur).
Maruti Suzuki India now has a total annual production capacity to produce 2.6 million vehicles per annum, with the vast majority of production taking place in Haryana.
- Valeo
- Xavier Dupont
- Jayakumar G
- xEV
- electric vehicles
- 3-in-1 combo unit
- DC-DC Converter
Valeo’s New Pune Facility To Focus On Manufacturing 3-in-1 Combo Unit For EVs
- by MT Bureau
- April 04, 2025
French tier 1 supplier Valeo is upping its bet on India’s electrification story and has inaugurated its newest facility in Pune, which will focus on the production of the highly integrated 3-in-1 Combo unit (On Board Charger, DC-DC Converter and Power Distribution Unit) for electric vehicles.
The 3-in-1 Combo combines three essential components:
- On-Board Charger, which converts AC power from the grid to charge the high-voltage battery (ranging from 7kW to 22kW).
- DC-DC Converter, which converts high-voltage power to 12V for auxiliary systems and low-voltage battery charging.
- Power Distribution Unit that efficiently distributes power to critical electric vehicle components, including traction and auxiliary loads.
This modular design enhances efficiency by optimizing component sharing between the battery, OBC, and DC-DC units, reducing space, weight and costs while improving overall performance.
The new facility was inaugurated by Xavier Dupont, Valeo Power Division CEO and Group Executive Vice President and Jayakumar G, Group President & Managing Director, Valeo India.
Xavier Dupont, said, “At Valeo, we are committed to supporting xEV growth in India. We offer our clients the latest technologies for safer and more sustainable mobility and by investing in new production capabilities, we are proud to contribute to Make in India. My congratulations and best wishes to the Valeo Power teams for their dedication to drive electrified mobility forward.”
Jayakumar G, stated, "This achievement reflects the strong collaboration between Valeo’s global and India teams in establishing these advanced manufacturing lines. I am pleased that our teams are trained in these new technologies and prepared for the production ramp-up. We sincerely thank our customers for their steadfast support. As India accelerates its xEV transformation, Valeo remains committed to delivering innovative solutions for a sustainable future."
The tier 1 stated that by localising key power electronic components, it will reduce import dependency, optimise supply chain and deliver cost-competitive solutions for OEMs for their EV programmes in India.
The tier 1 supplier has been present in India since 1997 and operates 8 production sites and R&D Centre, employing over 7,000 people across its facilities.
- Bajaj Auto
- two-wheeler
- three-wheeler
- sales
Exports Counter Domestic Slowdown For Bajaj Auto In FY2025
- by MT Bureau
- April 03, 2025

Pune-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major Bajaj Auto has announced its wholesales for March 2025 and FY2025.
For March, the company witnessed flat growth, selling a total of 369,823 vehicles, which was 1 percent higher YoY, compared to 365,904 units for the same period last year.
In contrast to two-wheeler sales, which were flat at 315,732 units (0.59 percent), the three-wheeler sales grew by 3.98 percent, primarily driven by an 11 percent increase in exports.
On the other hand, for FY2025, the company reported a robust growth of 6.9 percent, selling a total of 4.65 million vehicles, as compared to 4.35 million units last year.
The two-wheeler sales came to 3.98 million, up 6.82 percent YoY. This includes 2.30 million two-wheelers sold in the domestic market, up 2.5 percent YoY and 1.47 million units exported, up 13.3 percent YoY.
The three-wheeler sales came to 668,657 units, which was 7.3 percent higher as compared to 623,010 units sold last year. The domestic sales grew by 3.3 percent YoY, while exports grew at 19 percent YoY, respectively.
BAJAJ AUTO | ||||||
Mar-25 | Mar-24 | Change (in %) | FY '25 | FY '24 | Change (in %) | |
Two-wheelers | ||||||
Domestic | 183,659 | 183,004 | 0.36% | 2,308,249 | 2,250,585 | 2.56% |
Exports | 132,073 | 130,881 | 0.91% | 1,674,060 | 1,477,338 | 13.32% |
Total | 315,732 | 313,885 | 0.59% | 3,982,309 | 3,727,923 | 6.82% |
Commercial Vehicles | ||||||
Domestic | 37,815 | 37,389 | 1.14% | 479,436 | 464,138 | 3.30% |
Exports | 16,276 | 14,630 | 11.25% | 189,221 | 158,872 | 19.10% |
Total | 54,091 | 52,019 | 3.98% | 668,657 | 623,010 | 7.33% |
(Two-wheeler + CVs) | ||||||
Domestic | 221,474 | 220,393 | 0.49% | 2,787,685 | 2,714,723 | 2.69% |
Exports | 148,349 | 145,511 | 1.95% | 1,863,281 | 1,636,210 | 13.88% |
Grand Total | 369,823 | 365,904 | 1.07% | 4,650,966 | 4,350,933 | 6.90% |
- Swaraj Tractors
- Mahindra Susten
- solar energy
- renewable energy
- Hemant Sikka
- Gaganjot Singh
- Deepak Thakur
Swaraj Tractors, Mahindra Susten To Develop 26 MW Solar Energy Installation In Punjab
- by MT Bureau
- April 02, 2025

Swaraj Tractors partners Mahindra Susten to establish what it claims is Punjab’s largest solar group captive project – a 26 MW solar energy installation in the Bathinda district.
The initiative will supply renewable energy to four manufacturing locations of Swaraj Tractors, which will enable it to scale up the share of renewable energy in production to 50 percent. The project will generate approximately 60 million kWh of renewable energy annually, which will cut down about 54,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Hemant Sikka, President, Farm Equipment Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “With this groundbreaking solar project, we are taking a pioneering step in introducing green energy at such a large scale in tractor manufacturing for the first time in India. The initiative aligns perfectly with our vision of ‘Transforming Farming and Enriching Lives’, while advancing toward a sustainable future.”
Gaganjot Singh, CEO, Swaraj Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, "This solar project is a testament to our unwavering commitment to creating a cleaner, greener future. By leveraging Mahindra Susten’s expertise, we are confident of achieving our renewable energy goals and making a significant contribution to Punjab's evolving energy landscape."
Deepak Thakur, Managing Director and CEO, Mahindra Susten, said, "At Mahindra Susten, our vision is to deliver clean and efficient energy solutions to the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector, and we are doing so by developing bespoke power plants tailored to optimally serve each C&I client requirements. We are proud to partner with Swaraj Tractors in their sustainability journey and to bring our renewable energy expertise to Punjab. Together, we aim to drive the adoption of green energy and contribute to India’s transition toward a renewable future."
- Tata Motors
- passenger vehicle
- commercial vehicle
- Girish Wagh
- Shailesh Chandra
- Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles
- Tata Passenger Electric Mobility
Tata Motors Sells 358,570 CVs and 553,585 PVs In FY2025 In India
- by MT Bureau
- April 01, 2025

Mumbai-headquartered commercial vehicle and passenger vehicle major Tata Motors has announced its wholesales for FY2025 and March 2025.
The company sold a total of 912,155 vehicles across the passenger vehicle and commercial vehicles segment, which was 4 percent lower compared to last year. This includes 358,570 commercial vehicles, down 5 percent YoY and 553,585 passenger vehicles, down 3 percent YoY.
For March 2025, the commercial vehicle sales came at 90,500, a flat decline as compared to 90,822 units last year, while passenger vehicle sales came at 51,616 units, up 3 percent YoY as compared to 50,110 units for the same period last year.
Girish Wagh, Executive Director, Tata Motors, said, “FY2025 ended on a positive note for commercial vehicles industry, post the YoY demand decline witnessed earlier. Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles navigated the headwinds effectively, to record wholesales of 376,903 units, outpacing industry growth in trucks and commercial passenger carriers, thereby strengthening its Vahan registration market share. Reinforcing our commitment to green, future-ready technologies, we launched India's first hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck trials, while our e-bus fleet collectively covered over 30 crore km nationwide. In Q4 FY2025, the sustained YoY improvement in sales volumes over successive quarters gained further momentum with both trucks and passenger carriers registering healthy growth, in line with the annual trend.”
“Looking ahead to FY2026, we anticipate sustained growth despite global headwinds. Demand is expected to rise, driven by higher fleet utilisation, financial support from rate cuts, lower crude oil prices and a renewed focus on large-scale infrastructure projects. At the same time, we remain mindful of the potential impact of new regulations mandating truck cabin air conditioning on vehicle prices. We will continue to closely monitor government infrastructure spending and growth across key end-use segments. With an expansive product portfolio, smart digital solutions and new nameplate launches on the anvil, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles is well-positioned to leverage market opportunities and maintain its growth trajectory,” added Wagh.
Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, said, “Passenger vehicle sales is expected to reach 4.3 million units in FY2025, reflecting a modest 2 percent growth. SUVs continued to dominate the market with double digit growth and accounted for around 55 percent of new car sales. Preference for emission-friendly CNG vehicles surged by around 35 percent and EVs showed renewed promise, with more industry participants enhancing customer choices and strengthening the ecosystem. Amidst a challenging year marked by fluctuating demand, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles achieved wholesales of 556,263 units, including 64,726 units of EVs. We led the industry in SUV growth and outpaced it in CNG sales, recording over 50 percent YoY growth. Across various segments of the PV industry, Punch emerged as the top choice for private buyers to become India’s No. 1 SUV in FY25. Our latest launches and updates – Curvv, Nexon CNG and Tiago – received an enthusiastic response, resonating strongly with customers. We achieved two key milestones in FY25, as we surpassed 6 million cumulative sales for PVs, and 200,000 cumulative sales for EVs.”
“Looking ahead, overall demand growth will be shaped by macroeconomic factors such as consumption growth, inflation, infrastructure spending and global geopolitics. However, industry momentum is expected to be driven by continued innovation in line with evolving customer preferences. SUVs, CNG, and EVs will remain key growth drivers, fuelling the industry's expansion. With a strategically aligned product portfolio, supported by new nameplate launches and our multi-powertrain strategy, Tata Motors is well positioned to seize market opportunities and sustain its momentum,” added Chandra.
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