South Korean auto major Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) held its first Investor Day, announcing a strategic roadmap that includes an investment of INR 450 billion by FY2030. The plan covers product expansion, manufacturing, localisation and financial targets.

The company envisions Hyundai Motor India becoming the second largest region within Hyundai Motor Company globally by 2030 and reinforcing its position as a key export hub.

The automaker plans 26 launches by FY2030, including seven new nameplates, entering the MPV and off-road SUV segments. Furthermore, it also plans to launch India’s first, locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV under the Hyundai nameplate by 2027. It also envisions a domestic market share of over 15 percent by FY2030.

Hyundai Motor India expects the Utility Vehicle (UV) segment to contribute over 80 percent of sales and for alternative fuel-powered vehicles (CNG + EV + Hybrid) to contribute more than 50 percent by FY2030.

The South Korean auto major also confirmed that it will bring its luxury brand Genesis in India by 2027. Furthermore, exports are expected to contribute around 30 percent by 2030 too.

In terms of financial performance, Hyundai Motor India targets a 1.5x increase in revenues, crossing a INR 1,000 billion milestone by FY2030, while sustaining double-digit EBITDA margins.

Jose Munoz, President & CEO, Hyundai Motor Company, said, “Following our landmark IPO last year and 29 years of success in India, now HMIL plans an investment of INR 450 billion through FY2030 to drive the next phase of growth. India is a strategic priority in Hyundai’s global growth vision. By 2030, HMIL will be our second-largest region globally, aligned with the Honorable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi's vision of ‘Make in India.’ We're making India a global export hub, targeting upto 30 percent export contribution. Our commitment is comprehensive: 26 product launches including 7 new nameplates, India's first locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV by 2027 and the launch of our luxury brand Genesis, all while treating every customer like our honoured guest. The fundamentals are strong. The strategy is clear. The team is energised. And most importantly, we have the trust of Indian customers built over 29 years. It's a great time to be at Hyundai Motor India.”

Unsoo Kim, Managing Director, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Our robust investment plans reflect HMIL’s strategic expansion and our vision to deliver smart mobility solutions enriched with world-class products and cutting-edge technologies for India’s aspiring and fast-growing customer base. As we chart this growth trajectory, we are targeting a revenue milestone of INR 1,000 billion by FY2030, while sustaining strong double-digit EBITDA margins. Most importantly, we remain deeply committed to creating long-term value for our shareholders by announcing a healthy dividend payout guidance of 20% – 40 percent.”

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & COO, Hyundai Motor India, added, “This transformative 2030 roadmap serves as a pivotal catalyst in redefining HMIL’s growth trajectory and propelling us to new heights through well-aided strategic initiatives. As we chart our course through this transformative evolution, HMIL sets out target to achieve over 15 percent market share in domestic market underpinned by India centric product launches. We remain steadfast to augment our presence in high-growth SUV segment driven by robust product strategy and customer centric approach, thereby, targeting over 80 percent UV contribution by FY2030.”

He also noted that the company is set to offer a range of powertrain options spanning ICE, CNG, EV and Hybrid technologies, with over 50 percent of its portfolio powered by cleaner technologies. By FY2030, the company’s network will extend to 85 percent of India’s districts, with rural markets expected to contribute 30 percent of sales.

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Maruti Suzuki India has received a 5-star safety rating in Adult Occupant Protection and Child Occupant Protection under the Bharat New Car Assessment Program for its upcoming Brezza SUV.

The SUV includes six airbags as standard across variants, Electronic Stability Program with Hill Hold Assist, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front Parking Sensors and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. The certification marks Maruti Suzuki's fifth consecutive 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, joining the Dzire, Victoris, Invicto and e Vitara.

Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “Brezza has been India’s highest selling Compact SUV since 2016 and a preferred choice for millions of customers. This 5-star Bharat NCAP rating reinforces the confidence customers place in the vehicle. The recognition for the new Brezza reflects our relentless focus on building safer vehicles for Indian roads. Safety is at the core of our vehicle design philosophy. By making 6 airbags as standard in 16 models and across 160 variants, we have democratized advanced safety, enabling more than 1.6 million new customers to benefit from advanced occupant safety in FY 2025-26, the highest in terms of industry volume. As customer expectations evolve, we remain committed to making advanced safety accessible across every segment, from entry-level models like Alto K10 and Celerio, to SUVs such as the new Brezza, Victoris, Jimny and Fronx.”

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Italian supercar maker Automobili Lamborghini has appointed Francesco Milicia as its new Marketing Director, effective 1 September 2026. He succeeds Christian Mastro, who has transitioned to the role of CEO of Automobili Lamborghini America.

Milicia brings experience from the automotive sector, having held roles at Ducati within the Volkswagen Group, including management positions in China, Managing Director of Ducati Motor Thailand, Purchasing Director and global responsibility for Sales & After Sales activities.

He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bologna and an MBA, with executive education from INSEAD, CEIBS and the London Business School.

Federico Foschini, Chief Marketing & Sales Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, said, "We welcome Francesco Milicia to Lamborghini as Marketing Director. His managerial experience, gained in an environment of excellence such as Ducati, combined with the international vision and strategic expertise he has developed throughout his career, will make a valuable contribution to the further strengthening of the brand's positioning and to supporting the development of our global marketing strategy."

Francesco Milicia, said, "Joining Automobili Lamborghini is an honour and a privilege. I have always admired the brand and I am thrilled to contribute to the journey of a company that inspires people around the world through innovation, audacity and uncompromising excellence. I look forward to working alongside the Lamborghini team, learning from their experience and contributing together to writing the next chapter of the brand's growth and success."

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German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India has launched the Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ in India, available in Performance and Racing Editions priced at INR 14.5 million and INR 14.8 million, respectively (ex-showroom).

The luxury sedan combines a 3.0-litre in-line six-cylinder engine with an electric motor to deliver a system output of 430 kW (585 hp), which increases to 450 kW (612 hp) with the RACE START function, and 750 Nm of torque.

It has a claimed acceleration of zero to 100 kmph in 3.8 seconds and offers an electric-only range of more than 100 km (WLTP) via a 28.6 kWh battery.

Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “The E-Class has been the longest running nameplates in the Indian automotive industry and the AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ underlines performance, practical usability and electric efficiency, making the E-Class portfolio truly unmatched. This performance sedan combines genuine AMG performance with plug-in hybrid’s efficiency, balancing an AMG customers need of racetrack performance with practicality of daily usage, perfectly. The AMG E53 Hybrid furthers our ‘powertrain agnostic’ strategy for India, where customers decide the powertrain of their choice, suiting their requirement.”

In addition to the vehicle launch, Mercedes-Benz India has announced a multi-year title partnership with the Indian Padel Tour for the 2026–27 season. The tournament series will feature 19 events across 11 cities, including five Grand Slam events, beginning in Mumbai in August 2026 and concluding in Bengaluru in June 2027. Customers purchasing the AMG E 53 Hybrid will receive direct entry into the Indian Padel Tour Grand Slam.

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Tata Motors-owned British luxury marque Range Rover has announced a fifth addition to its vehicle line-up: the Range Rover GT. It is the first all-electric Range Rover built on the EMA platform, manufactured in Halewood, UK.

The Range Rover GT will be available initially as a battery electric vehicle, with a hybrid electric vehicle option planned for later in the lifecycle. Prototype vehicles are undergoing on-road testing with a camouflage wrap.

The interior features a single screen design paired with a driver display, a concealed air vent running across the width of the cabin and a woven textile wrapping the dashboard.

Martin Limpert, Managing Director, Range Rover, stated, "The Range Rover GT will redefine the grand-touring segment with the ability to deliver beautiful and engaging GT poise, proportions and long-distance refinement while offering capabilities no conventional GT can match. We have spent the last few years working obsessively on the fundamentals of the GT formula, reinterpreted in a sophisticated, uniquely Range Rover way. The result is the most car-like, yet unmistakably capable, Range Rover ever created, now possible on our electrified EMA architecture – complementing our existing powertrain portfolio to deliver a complete set of options for every customer need. Its blend of effortless EV performance, first-class long-haul refinement and all-terrain capability is pure Range Rover; while its calming interior previews our vision of a modern grand tourer."

Further details will be released later in the year.

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