January auto retail sales rise sharply, two-wheelers lead with 20.8% YoY growth: FADA

January auto retail sales rise sharply, two-wheelers lead with 20.8% YoY growth: FADA

FADA Data Released: The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) on Tuesday, February 10, released auto retail sales data for January, showing broad-based growth across segments. Two-wheelers led the momentum, posting a strong 20.82 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase. Demand continued to remain India-centric, with rural markets accounting for around 56 per cent of sales,…

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Massive Strike by App-based Cab and Auto Drivers Calls for Fair Fare Policies, ETAuto

Massive Strike by App-based Cab and Auto Drivers Calls for Fair Fare Policies, ETAuto

The protest, aimed at highlighting demands for a ban on illegal bike taxis and fairer fare policies, saw a significant number of vehicles off the roads. Drivers of app-based taxis and autorickshaws on Saturday observed a day-long strike in Maharashtra and other parts of the country to draw the government’s attention to various demands, including…

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0% Commission For Women Drivers: How Bharat Taxi Differs From Rivals Ola, Uber, Rapido | Auto News

0% Commission For Women Drivers: How Bharat Taxi Differs From Rivals Ola, Uber, Rapido | Auto News

Last Updated:February 05, 2026, 12:45 IST Bharat Taxi promotes women’s participation through the “Bike Didi” or “Mahila Sarathi” programme. Over 150 women drivers have already joined. Amit Shah to Launch Bharat Taxi Today: Zero Commission, Surge-Free Ride Platform for Drivers Union Minister Amit Shah will launch Bharat Taxi app in New Delhi on Thursday, February…

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Mumbai road crash: Auto driver hurt as Mercedes collides with Akshay Kumar’s escort vehicle; driver hospitalised | Mumbai News

Mumbai road crash: Auto driver hurt as Mercedes collides with Akshay Kumar’s escort vehicle; driver hospitalised | Mumbai News

MUMBAI: An auto driver was injured after a Mercedes rammed into the threewheeler at Juhu on Monday. The auto, in turn, rammed into a car that was piloting Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar’s vehicle as part of his security. Brother of the auto-rickshaw driver who got injured in the accident, Mohammed Sameer says, “This incident happened…

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Tata Electronics & Japan’s ROHM Partner for Auto Chips; Jagiroad Unit Preps for 2026 Market Launch

Tata Electronics & Japan’s ROHM Partner for Auto Chips; Jagiroad Unit Preps for 2026 Market Launch

Tata Electronics has solidified a definitive strategic partnership with Japan-based semiconductor major ROHM Co. to assemble and test automotive-grade power semiconductors in India. This agreement represents a pivotal step in establishing a domestic supply chain for the electric vehicle (EV) sector, effectively moving the country from import dependency toward high-value local manufacturing. Under the finalized…

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