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SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025, 04:45PM

Mercedes retail sales surge 10% in June qtr aided by top-end models, BEVs

Business Line

The company said sales of top-end vehicles grew by 20% year-on-year in the April-June period, with strong demand for S-Class, Maybach and AMGs

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Mercedes Retail Sales Surge 10% In June Quarter Aided By Top-End Models, BEVs

NDTV Profit | 11 Jul 2025, 04:24PM 1 more

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SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025, 03:47PM

Kia India appoints Atul Sood as Senior vice president, sales and marketing

Business Standard

Kia India on Friday said it has appointed Atul Sood as Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing, with immediate effect. He will report to Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India and will lead the brand's nationwide sales strategy and operations, the automaker said in a statement. Sood brings close to three decades of experience in the automotive industry, having most recently served at Toyota Mobility Solutions and Services India (TMSS) as President and Director. "His deep industry expertise and strategic acumen will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our market position and enhance customer satisfaction. We look forward to his leadership and contribution in driving the next phase of our growth journey," Kia India MD and CEO Gwanggu Lee said.

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Kia India appoints Atul Sood as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing

Business Line | 11 Jul 2025, 02:55PM

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025, 07:04AM

Ford recalls over 850K cars in US due to potential fuel pump failure

Business Standard

Ford is recalling more than 850,000 of its cars across the US because the low-pressure fuel pump inside the vehicles may fail and potentially cause an engine stall while driving, increasing crash risks. The recall covers a wide range of Ford and Lincoln-branded vehicles made in recent model years. That includes certain Ford Broncos, Explorers and F-150s, as well as Lincoln Aviators and Navigators, documents published this week by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration note. Ford plans to send out notification letters to affected owners starting this Monday (July 14), to warn of safety risks related to potential fuel pump failure. But a remedy is still under development, the NHTSA's recall report notes. It wasn't immediately clear if there was an estimate for when a fix would become available. But this week's recall report noted that owners will receive an additional letter with instructions to take their car to an authorised dealer for that service when the time comes

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Ford recalls more than 8,50,000 vehicles in US over fuel pump defect

Business Line | 10 Jul 2025, 03:29PM

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025, 06:32AM

US stock futures dip, dollar gains on Trump tariffs

Economic Times

US equity-index futures experienced a dip, and the dollar strengthened following President Trump's announcement of planned blanket tariffs on most trading partners. Asian equities trimmed earlier gains, while the Canadian dollar weakened due to a proposed 35% tariff on Canadian goods. Investors are shifting focus to corporate earnings season, with Nissan raising $4.5 billion through a junk-bond sale.

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 10 Jul 2025, 09:59AM

Nissan suspends US production of three vehicle models sold in Canada

Business Standard

Nissan said its top-selling vehicles in Canada, such as the Versa, Sentra and Rogue, were all sourced from either Mexico or Japan, accounting for 80 per cent of its Canadian sales

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 09 Jul 2025

Q1FY26 Earnings Preview - Automobile

Automobiles & Auto Components

Axis Direct

Q1FY26 Earnings Preview - Automobile

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 08 Jul 2025

BMW Group India appoints Hardeep Singh Brar as President, CEO

Business Line

The appointment is effective September 1

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

BMW Gr India appoints Hardeep Singh Brar as President & CEO

Business Line | 08 Jul 2025

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 08 Jul 2025

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India adds Bentley to portfolio

Business Line

From July 1, the company has taken the responsibility of exclusively importing, distributing and servicing Bentley vehicles across India.

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

koda Auto Volkswagen India to supply Bentley cars in India from July 1

Business Line | 07 Jul 2025 1 more

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SECTOR | 07 Jul 2025

Mercedes + UAE Golden Visa now a cheaper combo than just car deal in India

Business Standard

At 1 crore, buying a Mercedes in India now costs more than getting the same car in Dubai-plus a UAE Golden Visa under its new nomination-based residency scheme

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.

Automobiles & Auto Components

SECTOR | 07 Jul 2025

Q1FY26E Auto & Auto Ancillary Services result Preview

Automobiles & Auto Components

Deven Choksey

The Indian auto industry witnessed a divergent performance in Q1FY26, with strong traction in the two-wheeler and tractor segments, while the passenger vehicle (PV) and commercial vehicle (CV) categories grappled with demand moderation, elevated inventory, and fragile retail sentiment.

Axis Direct released a Sector Update report for Automobiles & Auto Components on 09 Jul, 2025.