Mahindra & Mahindra has launched the SUVs BE6 and XEV 9e electric SUVs in West Bengal. The company introduced them at a function in Kolkata. Present at the function was Rahul Kamani, Managing Director, NR Autos (the Kolkata dealer), and Joysubha Mukherjee, the Mahindra Regional Business Manager.  
Commenting on how the market penetration for Mahindra is changing in Bengal, especially in the electric vehicle era, Kamani noted, “Mahindra still has a dominance in the internal combustion engine segment. However, the EV race has seen changes in the market race. Earlier, Mahindra had a 15 percent market share in the state but we expect that to grow up to 22 percent in the next fiscal with the introduction of the new models.” 
Besides the metropolitan area, Kamani has a dealership network that spans several districts including South and North 24 Parganas. It is also coming up with a new showroom in Arambagh. 
Alluding to the supply chain model that will be used for deeper penetration of EVs in the state, Mukherjee noted, “We will use our own dealership network other parts of Bengal as we have a robust on ground presence. This launch is mainly slated for Kolkata and nearby localities.” 
The launch event witnessed an overwhelming response from car enthusiasts, industry experts and potential buyers eager to experience the future of electric vehicles. With Mahindra’s commitment to redefining mobility, the BE6 and XEV 9e showcased a range of industry-first features including ADAS Level 2++ technology with five radars and a vision camera, high-performance computing powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 and secure 360-degree live footage recording. 
Alluding to the demand for EVs in Bengal, Kamani noted, “EV segment has picked up pace in the last one year because of more charging stations. The state government has formulated a plan to boost up the charging infrastructure in the state this year. Hence, the market remains very bullish and the business is going to grow in double digit.”
He added, “Earlier, we used to sell around 150 electric vehicles that were made in the old platform. Today, we are going increase the sales as there has been good market response. We expect around 300 bookings and we believe that these two models will have a good urban and rural penetration.” 
NR Autos – a division of the 100-year-old Narbheram Group of Companies – has started accepting bookings for the two ‘born’ EVs at its showrooms in Chowringhee and Salt Lake, effective 14 February 2025. Those who book either of two electric vehicles, will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of attractive colour options without any price difference. The ex-showroom price of the BE6 starts at INR 1,940,000 and INR 2,240,000 for the XEV 9e, depending on the battery pack configurations.
Speaking on this occasion, Kamani said, “At NR Autos, we are proud to be part of Mahindra’s vision of ‘Unlimit India,’ which pushes the boundaries of innovation and performance. This grand launch event celebrates technology, sustainability and superior engineering, reaffirming Mahindra’s leadership in the electric mobility sector. With a structured production ramp-up ensuring optimised delivery timelines, Kolkata’s automobile enthusiasts can now look forward to owning a vehicle that not only sets new benchmarks in performance and safety but also represents the future of sustainable transportation.”

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), a leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, has introduced a new ‘Wired to Wireless Adapter’ for the Hyundai Alcazar SUV.

The adapter will enable seamless wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto access for Alcazar (Prestige, Platinum and Signature variant) customers, which will allow them to effortlessly use their phone applications on the infotainment system without using a cable.

Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, "At Hyundai Motor India, our focus is to empower customers by providing best-in-class technology that elevates their driving experience. The introduction of our ‘Wired to Wireless Adapter’ is a significant step in meeting the expectations of today’s tech-savvy customers, who expect seamless connectivity throughout their journeys. We believe this innovation will enhance the in-car entertainment experience of our customers."

Honda Cars India (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, has announced its wholesales for FY2025. 

The company sold a total of 126,151 units, a marginal growth of 1.59 percent YoY, as compared to 124,173 units sold in FY 2024.

Of this, domestic sales came at 65,925 units, down 23.8 percent YoY, while exports at 60,226 units, grew by 60 percent YoY.

At present, the company’s product portfolio for India includes the Honda Amaze sedan, Honda Elevate SUV and Honda City sedan. The company’s sales performance can be attributed to the fact that, Honda Cars India currently lacks a wider SUV portfolio, which has been primarily the sales driver for most automakers in the country.

Kunal Behl, Vice-President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India, said, “HCIL sales performance in FY2024-25 has been in line with the ongoing tough business environment. While on domestic front, the industry faced challenges in creating fresh demand from the market which was also reflected in HCIL domestic sales, we recorded our highest ever export volumes led by strong export business of Elevate to Japan. The recent launch of all-new Amaze has been well received from the market strengthening our position in the family sedan segment.”

“While demand creation may still present challenge in the new fiscal year, we remain optimistic and believe our commitment to customer satisfaction will enable us to navigate the market effectively and continue driving positive results," he added.

Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), a leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, has announced its wholesales for FY2025 with 762,052 units sold, a marginal decline of 2 percent YoY.

This includes 598,666 units sold in domestic market, down 2.61 percent YoY and 163,386 units exported, a flat growth as against 163,155 units for the same period last year.

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Solidifying our position further in India, HMIL continued its rein as the second largest passenger vehicle OEM in FY2024-25, thanks to the unparalleled trust of our customers on brand Hyundai."

"Our versatile SUV line-up grew stronger this financial year with the launch of the Hyundai Creta Electric - our first indigenous EV and also the bold new Hyundai Alcazar. India’s favourite SUV, the new Hyundai Creta continues to build on its popularity, by becoming India’s No.1 SUV with sales of 52,898 units in Jan-March quarter of FY2024-25. HMIL further set industry benchmarks by surpassing the milestone of 2.5 million SUV sales and 1.5 million Creta sales since inception (domestic + exports)," he added. 

Czech automaker Skoda Auto India, which is celebrating its silver jubilee (25-years) in the country, has reportedly clocked its best-ever monthly sales with 7,422 units sold in March 2025.

The company attributes the sales performance on the popularity of its Kylaq SUV, which has enabled it to reach out to a wider sect of consumers.

Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “With the launch of the all-new Kylaq, we committed to a ‘New Era’ in our India journey. The 7,422 cars we sold in March 2025 is testament to this journey taking shape, and is also the result of sustained planning, efforts and a strategy aimed at democratising European technology on Indian roads. The customer feedback highlights that Kylaq comes with an exceptional price-value proposition, taking comfort, space and safety from a segment higher, into the sub-4-metre SUV segment. To enable more customers and celebrate the Kylaq success, we decided to extend the introductory pricing until the end of April.”

Launched in November 2024 and deliveries beginning January 2025, the Skoda Kylaq

is Skoda’s Auto India’s first sub-4-metre SUV. The company is ramping up production of the Kylaq SUV with a target to deliver over 15,000 units towards active bookings by end-May. Furthermore, the company has also outlined an ambitious target to have 350 touchpoints in 2025, rapidly scaling from over 280 touchpoints at present.