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SECTOR | 09 Mar 2026, 05:28PM

Verstappen takes on 24-hour 'bucket list' race at famed Nurburgring track

Business Standard

Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is taking on a "bucket list" challenge as he prepares to tackle his first 24-hour sportscar race at the historic Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit. Verstappen and his sportscar racing team said Monday that he plans to take on the storied endurance race in May, sharing a Red Bull -liveried Mercedes-AMG GT3 car with teammates Daniel Juncadella, Jules Gounon and Lucas Auer. "The Nurburgring Nordschleife is a special place. There's no other track like it," Verstappen said. "The 24h Nurburgring is a race that's been on my bucket list for a long time, so I'm really thrilled we can make it happen now." Running nearly 13 miles (20.8 kilometers) through wooded German hills, with more than 150 corners and barriers often close to the track, the Nordschleife layout at the Nurburgring is known for high-risk thrills. F1 hasn't used it since 1976, when then-reigning champion Niki Lauda suffered severe burns in a crash. Verstappen made his debut at the ..

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 09 Mar 2026, 02:14PM

GM's ACDelco re-enters India via licensing pact with Assurance Intl

Business Standard

American auto major General Motors' aftermarket automotive products brand, ACDelco made its return to the Indian market on Monday through a licensing pact with Assurance Intl Ltd. Under the agreement, Assurance Intl Ltd will be the official licensee for ACDelco in India, responsible for manufacturing, marketing and distribution of select aftermarket products. "Initially, we'll be dealing with lubricants and batteries and then later on, we plan to expand into filters and maybe other product ranges also," Assurance Intl Ltd Chief Business & Growth Officer Nilesh Garg told PTI here. Speaking on the sidelines of the brand relaunch, he added, "But the first one or two year plan is only restricted to lubricants and batteries." When asked about business expectations, he said, "We will be building it up slowly. We want to build it up over a period of time. Our expectation is that over a period of three to four years, it should start hitting around Rs 75 to Rs 100 crore (of...

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 09 Mar 2026, 11:20AM

El Nino can be force multiplier with respect to world sugar prices, says US-based analyst

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Elevated oil/gasoline prices with upside risk may turn sugar as key geopolitical commodity this year and next, says Michael Ferrari of Moby and AlphaGeo

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 07 Mar 2026

Mercedes-Benz India MD Reveals EV Plans, V-Class Pricing & FTA Impact

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SECTOR | 04 Mar 2026

India Yamaha Motor launches XSR155 in Metallic Black variant at 1.58 lakh

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The modern retro sports model motorcycle was launched in November 2025 and has received an overwhelming response across India

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 04 Mar 2026

Automobiles Monthly Update Upward trajectory continues in Feb'26

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Prabhudas Lilladhar

Demand for 2Ws remains robust aided by improved affordability Strong momentum in dispatches continued in Feb'26 ahead of festivities, amid ongoing wedding season and positive rural sentiments from robust crop cashflows, with sharper customer engagement and shift toward higher value models. PV growth is being driven by non-metro locations, although small car sales are seeing slower growth. Jan'26 inventory level of 32-34days vs. 3739days in Dec'25 indicate healthier channel discipline and efficient working capital. 2Ws remain strong with urban revival, although 350cc+ models see stagnation in volumes. CVs are on an upward trajectory from steady freight...

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 04 Mar 2026

BP Equities Auto Wholesales Update February 2026

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Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 04 Mar 2026

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - February 2026

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Axis Direct

We prefer TVS Motors and Bajaj Auto in 2Ws (Eicher seems fully valued at CMP); M&M (non-coverage) as a play in the PV/LCV/tractor segment, followed by Maruti in PVs. We also like Ashok Leyland in the CV space, followed by a close watch on Eicher (VECV) for any market share gains.

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 03 Mar 2026

Toyota Motor founding family is biggest winner in unit takeover battle

Business Standard

The privatisation of Toyota Industries is meant to reinvigorate the sleepy affiliate, remaking it as the vanguard of the group's evolution into next-generation mobility

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.

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SECTOR | 02 Mar 2026

Mercedes turns to localisation to lower entry price in luxury van segment

Business Standard

Mercedes-Benz has localised assembly of V-Class in India, bringing its entry price to 1.4 cr, reducing dependence on costly imports, as the company repositions the van within its top-end portfolio

Prabhudas Lilladhar released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 04 Mar, 2026.