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Insurance & Legal Safeguards for Indian Car Dealerships Amid Global Crime Trends
Indian car dealerships operate in an environment where financial crime is rising sharply. Global data shows entities lost US$485.6 billion to fraud in 2023 alone, according to the NASDAQ and Verafin Global Financial Crime Report. Closer to home, Marsh India reported that 56 percent of all fraudulent acts against their clients in 2022-23 originated in…
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Rising Threats to Auto Retail Networks: Lessons from International Incidents
The automotive retail sector is facing a new kind of threat that does not involve steel, engines, or supply chain delays. Cyberattacks on dealership software, EV charging networks, and connected vehicle platforms are rising fast. International incidents over the past two years show that no part of the auto ecosystem is safe. From a massive…
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Auto Dealership Security Concerns Rise After Canada Extortion Case
Auto dealerships in Canada are facing a serious security crisis as extortion cases targeting the automotive retail sector continue to escalate. Recent developments in British Columbia have brought renewed attention to the vulnerability of car dealerships, particularly those owned by members of the South Asian community. The situation has become severe enough that federal and…
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How Indian Dealerships Are Strengthening Security Against Organized Crime
Indian car dealerships face a growing threat from organized crime networks that target high-value vehicles and components. Research shows India ranks 58th among 193 countries for criminality with a score of 5.9, and criminal networks operate with a score of 6.5. These networks engage in vehicle theft, component stripping, and cyber-enabled fraud, forcing dealerships to…
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Suzuki’s 6-Day, 20-Hour Supplier Mandate: What It Means for Component Makers & Costs
Suzuki Motor has issued a new directive to its Indian component suppliers that could reshape how parts are made for the country's largest carmaker. The Japanese automaker wants suppliers to move from round-the-clock, seven-day operations to a schedule of 20 hours a day, six days a week by September 2027. This means machines get four…
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PV Wholesales Jump 21% in September: Festive Stocking or Real Demand?
India's passenger vehicle market closed September 2026 with a strong headline number. Domestic wholesales rose about 21 percent year on year to roughly 4.6 lakh units according to multiple industry estimates. The growth looks impressive on paper but analysts caution that the comparison base from September 2025 was unusually weak. Last year buyers held back…
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Maruti Suzuki’s UV Surge: Utility Vehicles Now Drive 62% of Growth
Maruti Suzuki India has reported a strong sales performance for September 2026, with utility vehicles emerging as the standout growth driver. The country's largest carmaker recorded total sales of 2,36,013 units during the month, marking a 24.4 percent increase compared to 1,89,665 units in September 2025. This growth was broad-based across domestic sales, exports, and…
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Tata Motors EV Sales Soar 67% in Q2: Can Momentum Sustain Post-FAME II?
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd has delivered its strongest quarterly performance yet, with Q2 FY27 marking a historic milestone for the company. The automaker reported total sales of 201,723 units across domestic and international markets, representing a 40% year-on-year increase from 144,397 units in Q2 FY26. This growth significantly outpaced the broader industry, which saw…
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Two-Wheeler Festive Pulse: Bajaj Exports Shine, Royal Enfield Grows 8%, Domestic Still Soft
The Indian two-wheeler industry is heading into the festive season with a clear split in momentum. Export markets are firing on all cylinders while domestic demand remains measured. August and September 2026 data from major manufacturers show that overseas shipments are now the primary growth engine for several players, even as local volumes grow at…
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Tata Aeris Launch Date Price Range and Key Features Confirmed
Tata Motors has officially launched the Aeris sub-4-metre sedan in India on September 25, 2026. The new model replaces the long-serving Tigor and arrives with a fresh design language, updated interior, and a long list of features. Positioned as a private buyer-focused offering, the Aeris carries introductory ex-showroom prices ranging from Rs 5.29 lakh to…
