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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki gearing up for e Vitara, joins hands with ITIs to launch training program for hybrid and EVs
Maruti Suzuki launches training program for EV and hybrid vehicle technicians before e Vitara launch. A model poses next to Maruti Suzuki's first EV, the e Vitara SUV, on display at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. (REUTERS) Notify me Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to launch its first-ever electric car, e Vitara, which was showcased in its production-ready avatar at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The car manufacturer has already revealed that it is aiming to become the leading player with the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara. Also, the OEM has stated that besides working on the new electric SUV, which will compete with rivals like Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE6 and MG ZS EV, among others, the auto company is also working on building a robust supportive ecosystem for the potential consumers of the upcoming EV. As part of that strategy, the company has launched a training program to handle high-voltage systems for electric vehicles as well as hybrid vehicles. The automaker has joined hands with 130 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in 24 states and four Union Territories across India. Under this partnership, Maruti Suzuki has launched a training capsule to handle high-voltage systems required for electric and hybrid vehicles. In an official release, the automaker has said that in the first batch, more than 4,100 trained students will be ready to join the automobile industry from September 2025 onwards. Interestingly, Maruti Suzuki has postponed the launch of the e Vitara to September this year only, right ahead of the festive season. Also Read : Upcoming cars in India Maruti Suzuki has further stated that the aim of this program is to fulfil the Government of India's carbon net-zero objective, and the training will serve as one of the important key factors in the faster adoption of EVs in the country. "This training program prepares future automotive technicians to safely and efficiently handle high-voltage electric systems, addressing industry needs as the number of such vehicles increases in the overall car market," the official release states. Speaking about the program, Rahul Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said that the company wants to maximise the adoption of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) in the country. 'When we researched the reasons for low adoption of EVs, one of the major hurdles in the minds of the customers was confidence in after-sales support. Incidentally, this is an area of strength for Maruti Suzuki. While 90 per cent 1 of EV sales happen in 100 cities, we will go 10x and cover 1,000 cities with more than 1,500 workshops equipped to provide service support to BEVs," he added. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 28 May 2025, 07:42 AM IST
Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki introduces EV training programme across 130 ITIs
Maruti Suzuki India announced on Tuesday the launch of a comprehensive training programme across 130 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in 24 states and four Union Territories to equip technicians with the skills to handle high voltage systems in electric and hybrid vehicles. For the initiative, the carmaker will invest ₹3.9 crore to address concerns about after-sales support and accelerate EV adoption. The training programme will train over 4,100 students annually. It addresses a growing industry need for a skilled workforce as the number of electric and hybrid vehicles increases. "We want to maximise adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the country. When we researched the reasons for low adoption of EVs, one of the major hurdles in the minds of the customers was confidence in after-sales support," said MSI Senior Executive Officer Corporate Affairs Rahul Bharti said. MSI is planning to launch its first EV, the e Vitara, in September this year. The company anticipates that the majority of the first year's production will be allocated to overseas markets. The company already offers models incorporating strong hybrid technology.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Japan enters top five export markets for India-made cars
NEW DELHI: Japan has become one of the top five destinations for Indian car exports for the first time in FY25, signaling growing global demand for vehicles manufactured in India, even from advanced markets. Major Indian exporters like Suzuki Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co's local units are increasingly using India as a global production base. According to commerce ministry data compiled by SIAM, car exports to Japan jumped to $616.45 million in the first nine months of FY25, up from $220.62 million in all of FY24. Although official data for the March quarter is still awaited, industry sources expect exports to Japan to grow further, especially after Maruti Suzuki began shipping its Jimny SUV to the country in January. "Over decades, we have built a base in quality, cost, efficiency and technology in car manufacturing. This has given us volumes and economies of scale," senior executive officer at Maruti Suzuki India, Rahul Bharti told the Economic Times. He further noted that the company plans to export large number of e Vitara electric SUVs, produced in India, to European markets and Japan. Japan, a significant automobile manufacturer and exporter, shipped 5.12 million vehicles in 2024. Honda Cars India exported 45,167 units of SUV Elevate, predominantly to Japan, surpassing its domestic sales of 22,321 units. Maruti Suzuki offers SUVs Fronx and Jimny in Japan. Significantly, Suzuki temporarily suspended new Jimny five-door bookings due to overwhelming post-launch demand, receiving approximately 50,000 orders within four days in Japan. "Indian OEMs have been not only expanding into key markets such as Africa and Latin America but are also beginning to enter developed markets (like Japan) with globally competitive models," Shailesh Chandra, president, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers said. In the two-wheeler sector, Yamaha intends to begin exporting premium motorcycles to Japan soon. Itaru Otani, chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group, stated, "The sourcing cost, the labour cost, is quite low in India compared to other countries." "We are exporting nearly a third of our output to 58 countries already. We started exports to Europe from India at the end of last year. The next step is to ship to other advanced markets like Japan and the US," Otani added. India's automobile exports increased by 15% to 770,364 vehicles last fiscal year, significantly outperforming domestic sales growth of 2% at 4.3 million vehicles. While compact passenger vehicles constitute over 27% of exports, measuring up to 4 metres in length and up to 1.4-litres, compact SUVs of similar dimensions are gaining prominence. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Japan makes it to top five markets for India-made cars
Japan emerged one of the top five export destinations for Made-in-India cars for the first time in the last fiscal year, underscoring steadily growing global acceptance of cars built in the country, including developed markets. Key Indian exporters include the local units of Suzuki Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co , seeking to increasingly leverage the country as a production hub. Vehicle shipments to Japan rose to $616.45 million in the first nine months of FY25, from $220.62 million in FY24, showed commerce ministry data, collated by SIAM. Globally Competitive Models The Indian government is yet to release detailed data for vehicle exports and imports for the March quarter. However, industry insiders expect the trend to accelerate given that Maruti Suzuki began exporting the Jimny SUV to Japan this January. 'Over decades, we have built a base in quality, cost, efficiency and technology in car manufacturing. This has given us volumes and economies of scale,' said Rahul Bharti, senior executive officer at Maruti Suzuki India, adding that going ahead, the company would also export a 'large number' of e Vitara electric SUVs , manufactured in India, to the developed markets of Europe and Japan. Japan is itself a major carmaker and top exporter, shipping out 5.12 million vehicles in 2024. While Honda Cars India exported 45,167 units of SUV Elevate — mostly to Japan — more than double of the 22,321 units it sold in the local market, Maruti Suzuki has on sale SUVs Fronx and Jimny in the country. Notably, parent Suzuki had to initially pause fresh bookings for the Jimny five-door due to higher-than-expected demand post launch. The car secured around 50,000 orders within four days of launch in Japan. 'Indian OEMs have been not only expanding into key markets such as Africa and Latin America but are also beginning to enter developed markets (like Japan) with globally competitive models,' said Shailesh Chandra, president, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. Kunal Behl, vice president, Honda Cars India said the company aims to establish India as a 'key export hub in its business globally'. While the proportion of exports is likely to remain at about 30%, absolute volumes will rise over the next few years as the company's total volumes grow on the back of new model introductions in India. In the two-wheeler segment, Yamaha is planning to shortly commence exports of premium motorcycles to Japan. Itaru Otani, chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group, said, 'The sourcing cost, the labour cost, is quite low in India compared to other countries.' 'We are exporting nearly a third of our output to 58 countries already. We started exports to Europe from India at the end of last year. The next step is to ship to other advanced markets like Japan and the US,' said Otani. Overall, India's car exports grew by 15per cent to 770,364 vehicles last fiscal, widely outperforming a 2per cent rise in domestic sales at 4.3 million vehicles. While more than 27per cent of vehicles exported are compact passenger cars — measuring up to 4 metres in length and up to 1.4-litres — the share of compact SUVs — also up to 4 metres in length — are on the rise. Compact SUVs fare well Chandra said exports of compact SUVs are performing well, currently comprising more than a quarter of total exports. 'There is also a steady demand of mid-sized passenger cars having engines up to 1.6-litre, constituting about 20per cent of the share of PV exports,' he said, adding exports of utility vehicles — of 4-4.4 metre length — have also risen significantly with a more than 18per cent share of overall exports, 'As an industry, we would closely monitor global geopolitics and would leverage any opportunities that exist in enhancing exports,' Chandra said. On their part, passenger vehicle makers have set an ambitious aim of doubling car exports to 30per cent over the next five years.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Japan makes it to top five markets for India-made cars
NEW DELHI: Japan emerged one of the top five export destinations for Made-in-India cars for the first time in the last fiscal year, underscoring steadily growing global acceptance of cars built in the country, including developed markets. Key Indian exporters include the local units of Suzuki Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co , seeking to increasingly leverage the country as a production hub. Vehicle shipments to Japan rose to $616.45 million in the first nine months of FY25, from $220.62 million in FY24, showed commerce ministry data, collated by SIAM . Globally Competitive Models by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오돌토돌 닭살피부, 집에서 이렇게 관리해요 현명한소비자 Undo The Indian government is yet to release detailed data for vehicle exports and imports for the March quarter. However, industry insiders expect the trend to accelerate given that Maruti Suzuki began exporting the Jimny SUV to Japan this January. 'Over decades, we have built a base in quality, cost, efficiency and technology in car manufacturing. This has given us volumes and economies of scale,' said Rahul Bharti, senior executive officer at Maruti Suzuki India, adding that going ahead, the company would also export a 'large number' of e Vitara electric SUVs , manufactured in India, to the developed markets of Europe and Japan. Live Events Japan is itself a major carmaker and top exporter, shipping out 5.12 million vehicles in 2024. While Honda Cars India exported 45,167 units of SUV Elevate — mostly to Japan — more than double of the 22,321 units it sold in the local market, Maruti Suzuki has on sale SUVs Fronx and Jimny in the country. Notably, parent Suzuki had to initially pause fresh bookings for the Jimny five-door due to higher-than-expected demand post launch. The car secured around 50,000 orders within four days of launch in Japan. 'Indian OEMs have been not only expanding into key markets such as Africa and Latin America but are also beginning to enter developed markets (like Japan) with globally competitive models,' said Shailesh Chandra, president, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. Kunal Behl, vice president, Honda Cars India said the company aims to establish India as a 'key export hub in its business globally'. While the proportion of exports is likely to remain at about 30%, absolute volumes will rise over the next few years as the company's total volumes grow on the back of new model introductions in India. In the two-wheeler segment, Yamaha is planning to shortly commence exports of premium motorcycles to Japan. Itaru Otani, chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group, said, 'The sourcing cost, the labour cost, is quite low in India compared to other countries.' 'We are exporting nearly a third of our output to 58 countries already. We started exports to Europe from India at the end of last year. The next step is to ship to other advanced markets like Japan and the US,' said Otani. Overall, India's car exports grew by 15% to 770,364 vehicles last fiscal, widely outperforming a 2% rise in domestic sales at 4.3 million vehicles. While more than 27% of vehicles exported are compact passenger cars — measuring up to 4 metres in length and up to 1.4-litres — the share of compact SUVs — also up to 4 metres in length — are on the rise. COMPACT SUVS FARE WELL Chandra said exports of compact SUVs are performing well, currently comprising more than a quarter of total exports. 'There is also a steady demand of mid-sized passenger cars having engines up to 1.6-litre, constituting about 20% of the share of PV exports,' he said, adding exports of utility vehicles — of 4-4.4 metre length — have also risen significantly with a more than 18% share of overall exports, 'As an industry, we would closely monitor global geopolitics and would leverage any opportunities that exist in enhancing exports,' Chandra said. On their part, passenger vehicle makers have set an ambitious aim of doubling car exports to 30% over the next five years.
