<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Autopunditz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autopunditz]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:38:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.autopunditz.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Join Auto Punditz on WhatsApp: Get India Auto Industry Updates Directly on Your Phone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Auto Punditz has always been committed to bringing readers data-backed, insightful and easy-to-understand updates from the Indian automobile industry. From monthly car sales analysis to segment-wise rankings, EV trends, two-wheeler insights, market share movements and important industry news — Auto Punditz continues to be a trusted source for auto enthusiasts, industry professionals and informed buyers. To make it even easier for readers to stay updated, Auto Punditz is now available on...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/join-auto-punditz-on-whatsapp-get-india-auto-industry-updates-directly-on-your-phone</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a24e500c10b289958a30d96</guid><category><![CDATA[Punditz Gyan]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:34:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_03785d906af74c0694cdf11c25af39f4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[India Wants Formula One Back: Government Begins Push to Revive Indian Grand Prix]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than a decade after Formula One disappeared from India's sporting calendar, the country's ambitions to host the world's premier motorsport championship are back on track. The Government of India has initiated efforts to revive the Indian Grand Prix, with discussions underway to bring Formula One back to the Buddh International Circuit (BIC), Greater Noida, potentially by 2028. The move signals a renewed commitment to positioning India as a global motorsport destination while...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/india-formula-one-return-2028-indian-grand-prix-revival</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5cc0b4e447e3bde589a07e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:25:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_1fbbd27e1bbd447d87f4a944077dca47~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric Car Sales - June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[India's electric passenger vehicle (EV) wholesale market gained strong momentum in June 2026, with total dispatches rising to 33,656 units, up from 26,620 units in May 2026, representing a healthy 26.4% month-on-month (MoM) growth. The month witnessed robust contributions from Tata Motors, Mahindra, MG and Maruti Suzuki, while several newly launched electric models continued to reshape the market landscape. The latest dispatch figures also underline the growing acceptance of electric cars in...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/electric-car-sales-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5b7eacf41b637093b14f72</guid><category><![CDATA[EV Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:45:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_67855aac4b664f12a15a606ffbe39847~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best-Selling Scooters in India – June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[India's scooter market continued its strong momentum in June 2026, with the top 10 best-selling scooters collectively registering 6,36,315 units, marking an impressive 38% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 4,60,440 units in June 2025. While Honda Activa comfortably retained its crown as India's highest-selling scooter, the biggest story of the month was the explosive rise of electric scooters. Models such as the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, and Ather Rizta delivered triple-digit or near...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/best-selling-scooters-india-june-2026-sales-analysis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5b756a5e7d848635e17627</guid><category><![CDATA[Two Wheeler Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bike News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:52:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_5b8fc1135c4e4d37a5c7f921b7547c51~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exclusive Interview: Pranav Bansal on India's Steel Wire Revolution, EVs &#38; Import Substitution]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Auto Punditz Editorial Team As India's automotive industry accelerates towards electrification, localisation and advanced manufacturing, the role of specialty material suppliers is becoming increasingly critical. Steel wire may not always make headlines, but it forms the backbone of tyres, suspension systems, seating, power transmission, construction and numerous safety-critical automotive applications. One company that is aggressively expanding into these high-value segments is Bansal...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/pranav-bansal-bansal-wire-industries-exclusive-interview</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5bafbc830cbda37bbf18ac</guid><category><![CDATA[Editorials]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:17:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_10d9641aa49246b4acfa8224afce7f07~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Honda to halt sales of its last EV in the US!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Honda's changing strategy signals that the road to electrification may not be as linear as once expected. Honda has confirmed that it will discontinue the Honda Prologue, its only battery electric vehicle currently sold in the United States, after the 2026 model year. The decision marks another significant shift in the global EV landscape as automakers increasingly recalibrate their electrification plans in response to slowing demand, changing government policies, and evolving consumer...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/honda-to-halt-sales-of-its-last-ev-in-the-us</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5b8461f41b637093b15cda</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:57:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_e025d9ac519b449eb4acfd8e1ef8f290~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tata Sierra EV Dispatches 1,516 Units in June 2026 as Customer Deliveries Begin]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tata Sierra EV recorded 1,516 wholesale dispatches in June 2026, while customer deliveries have now officially commenced across dealerships this month. The opening month underlines the market's anticipation for Tata Motors' latest electric SUV and signals a promising beginning for one of the brand's most significant launches in recent years. Tata's New Electric SUV Debut After months of anticipation, the Sierra EV has finally entered the market with encouraging numbers. Dispatching 1,516...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/tata-sierra-ev-june-2026-dispatches-deliveries-started</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5b7084f41b637093b132e2</guid><category><![CDATA[EV Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:30:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_fd60dbba992946258991f6e40aa869d6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Wheeler Sales Snapshot - June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[India's two-wheeler industry delivered another strong year-on-year performance in June 2026, with total wholesale dispatches reaching 18,51,400 units, registering an 18.6% growth over 15,61,283 units in June 2025. However, on a sequential basis, dispatches declined 2.7% compared to 19,02,209 units in May 2026, indicating a slight moderation after a strong start to the quarter. The month also witnessed significant shifts in market share, with TVS Motor emerging as the biggest winner, while...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/two-wheeler-sales-snapshot-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5b08125e7d848635e09086</guid><category><![CDATA[Two Wheeler Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bike News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:09:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_659a34a8df564933b137254e44437128~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hybrid Car Sales Decline 8% in June 2026; Toyota Hyryder Leads as Maruti Victoris Surges]]></title><description><![CDATA[India’s hybrid passenger vehicle market recorded sales of 8,322 units in June 2026, declining by 8.1% month-on-month from 9,056 units in May 2026. The overall decline was primarily caused by a sharp reduction in Toyota Innova Hycross volumes. However, demand for several other hybrid models remained healthy, with the Toyota Hyryder, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Victoris and Invicto all registering sequential growth. The Toyota Hyryder emerged as India’s highest-selling hybrid car during the...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/hybrid-car-sales-india-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a64420d39a4adf280b9c6</guid><category><![CDATA[Car Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 04:31:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_3df00c654b7142db90f67e271e527a4f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MG Majestor Dispatches Rise 38% in June 2026, Reach 587 Units]]></title><description><![CDATA[MG Motor recorded a notable month-on-month increase in Majestor dispatches during June 2026. The company dispatched 587 units of the premium SUV during the month, compared with 424 units in May 2026. This represents a sequential growth of approximately 38%, indicating that MG increased dealer supplies of the Majestor as it continued to establish the model in the Indian market. MG Majestor Dispatch Sales – June 2026 Model June 2026 May 2026 MoM Growth MG Majestor 587 units 424 units 38% MG...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/mg-majestor-dispatch-sales-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a607be447e3bde584bb02</guid><category><![CDATA[Car Sales]]></category><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:15:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_3a11621d8114421699500cfd28b37715~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BYD Targets Toyota’s Global Sales Crown: Can China’s EV Giant Become the World’s Largest Automaker?]]></title><description><![CDATA[For decades, Toyota has represented the benchmark for global automotive success. Its reputation for reliability, manufacturing excellence, hybrid leadership, and worldwide scale has kept it at the top of the global sales charts. Now, one company believes it can change that. Chinese automotive giant BYD has publicly declared its ambition to overtake Toyota and become the world’s largest automaker within the next five years. While the target may initially sound ambitious, BYD’s extraordinary...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/byd-targets-toyota-s-global-sales-crown-can-china-s-ev-giant-become-the-world-s-largest-automaker</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a550acf1d4f4fbbeac4ca</guid><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:23:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_add9d5596e5443d99ac428050d2f44cd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia's Auto Market Is Changing Fast: Chinese Brands Make Their Presence Felt in H1 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Toyota remains the undisputed leader, but China's automakers are steadily expanding their footprint in one of the Middle East's most important automotive markets. Saudi Arabia has long been considered one of the world's strongest markets for Japanese automakers. Brands like Toyota, Nissan and Isuzu built decades of trust through durability, reliability and vehicles suited to the country's demanding climate. However, the first half of 2026 tells a story of an automotive market undergoing a...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/saudi-arabia-auto-market-h1-2026-toyota-chinese-brands</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a1b7fcb28250fe83d5ba2</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:14:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_8753db667b7144dc8a2e5e96f001464f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TVS-Owned Norton Showcases New Atlas in Iceland!]]></title><description><![CDATA[TVS Motor-backed Norton Motorcycles has officially showcased the all-new Norton Atlas during its global media first ride in Iceland, marking another major milestone in the revival of one of Britain’s iconic motorcycle brands. Following the successful unveiling of the Manx range at EICMA 2025, the Atlas becomes the second all-new platform developed entirely under TVS ownership. More importantly, it signals Norton’s return to the highly competitive middleweight adventure motorcycle segment with...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/tvs-owned-norton-showcases-new-atlas-in-iceland</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a196f2e44f6e014a57c64</guid><category><![CDATA[Bike News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:03:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_6d39ec7d0a714d5f9dc9a67d05f0c404~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[JSW MG Motor to Invest ₹1,400 Crore, Launch EV and Plug-in Hybrid SUVs by FY27]]></title><description><![CDATA[JSW MG Motor India has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for the next phase of its India journey, confirming an investment of ₹1,400 crore during FY2026-27. The fresh capital will support new product development, localisation initiatives and expansion of manufacturing capacity as the company prepares to introduce two all-new new-energy SUVs based on its recently unveiled ADAPT (Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology). The company has confirmed that its upcoming launches will include one...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/jsw-mg-motor-to-invest-1-400-crore-launch-ev-and-plug-in-hybrid-suvs-by-fy27</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a59acbba37caa0b973da383</guid><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:19:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_8a9714e37c7c4bfcb583d37d9a5fdc91~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[India Opens Bidding for 10 GWh Battery Manufacturing: What It Means for EVs and Domestic Cell Production]]></title><description><![CDATA[India has opened bidding for 10 GWh of Advanced Chemistry Cell battery manufacturing capacity under the ACC PLI scheme. Although the allocation is intended for grid-scale stationary storage, it could strengthen domestic cell production, battery supply chains and future EV localisation.]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/india-opens-bidding-for-10-gwh-battery-manufacturing-what-it-means-for-evs-and-domestic-cell-produc</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a58b2e4f035059e32dcf3b9</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:45:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_8c0110b307104a0ca67e3bcdf6590152~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[JSW MG Unveils ADAPT Platform – A New Multi-Energy Architecture That Will Shape Its India Line-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[JSW MG Motor India has unveiled its ADAPT (Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology)—a modular platform engineered for multiple electrified powertrains. Supporting BEVs, strong hybrids, PHEVs and REEVs, the architecture features a hybrid-focused naturally aspirated petrol engine, an electromagnetic DHT gearbox, a compact 10-in-1 drive unit and an integrated strong hybrid powertrain. 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The achievement highlights the company's rapid manufacturing growth, advanced automation and increasing focus on electric mobility.]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/mahindra-chakan-plant-crosses-3-million-vehicle-production-milestone-be-6-leads-the-celebration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5888e79c687b0d7a3ce312</guid><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:37:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_7add45d0095d4847be6001e96b852f96~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government Backs Ather Again: ₹200 Crore India-Japan Fund Investment Strengthens EV Growth Story]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a significant vote of confidence for India’s electric mobility ecosystem, the Government of India, through the India-Japan Fund (IJF), is set to invest ₹200 crore in Ather Energy as part of the Bengaluru-based EV manufacturer’s ongoing capital raising exercise. The investment comes alongside fresh commitments from existing backers including Hero MotoCorp and Ather’s founders, reinforcing long-term confidence in one of India’s leading electric two-wheeler brands. Strategic Capital for the...]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/government-backs-ather-again-200-crore-india-japan-fund-investment-strengthens-ev-growth-story</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cb059117d702be7cf8f8</guid><category><![CDATA[Bike News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:06:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_223bd0e8c67e40c78ccffb11cc002c01~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kia Syros EV Unveiled with Up to 526 km Range; Bookings Open at ₹25,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kia India has opened pre-bookings for the Syros EV at ₹25,000. Offered with 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery options, the electric SUV delivers an ARAI-certified range of up to 526 km, 171 PS and 10–80% fast charging in 39 minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/kia-syros-ev-unveiled-with-up-to-526-km-range-bookings-open-at-25-000</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a579a36cf40315cb332a5c6</guid><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:58:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_7f3cc6a64ecd4dc1ac86a89bedd578be~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_941,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chery-JLR Freelander 8 Interior Revealed – Luxury 6-Seater SUV Sets New Benchmark in Smart Mobility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chery-Jaguar Land Rover partnership has unveiled the production-ready interior of the all-new Freelander 8. Featuring a luxurious six-seat layout, first-class passenger comfort, premium craftsmanship and cutting-edge Huawei and Qualcomm technologies, the Freelander 8 aims to redefine expectations in the premium electrified SUV segment.]]></description><link>https://www.autopunditz.com/post/chery-jlr-unveil-freelander-8-interior-premium-6-seater-electric-suv-showcases-luxury-cabin-and-sm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5787fc437e66e2012e9434</guid><category><![CDATA[Car News]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:47:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1da610_095ee0c5558f4a3c838d285e37b8b383~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Team Autopunditz</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>