Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki Chairman R.C. Bhargava has underscored the pressing need for affordable small cars in India, positioning them as a practical alternative to two-wheelers for millions of first-time buyers. With rising incomes and urban mobility challenges, entry-level cars remain a critical bridge between motorcycles and full-fledged family vehicles. Bhargava argued that ensuring the availability of compact, low-cost cars is essential for expanding safe and efficient mobility access.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, is preparing to unveil a new sport utility vehicle (SUV) on September 3, marking its latest push in the country’s most competitive automotive segment. The launch comes at a time when consumer demand for SUVs is outpacing hatchbacks and sedans, reshaping India’s passenger vehicle market. While details about the model remain closely guarded, industry expectations point toward a feature-rich, fuel-efficient offering tailored to both urban buyers and semi-urban markets.

Maruti Suzuki’s compact SUV, the Fronx, has achieved a significant production milestone of 5 lakh units within only 28 months of its market launch. This rapid accomplishment underscores the vehicle’s strong demand in India’s competitive SUV segment, driven by its blend of design, performance, and affordability. Positioned as a youthful crossover with modern styling, the Fronx has emerged as one of Maruti’s fastest-selling models, strengthening the automaker’s footprint in the high-growth utility vehicle market.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, has announced plans to introduce E20-compatible upgrade kits for its vehicles, including models up to 15 years old. The initiative aims to align with the government’s push for ethanol-blended fuel adoption, reduce carbon emissions, and offer customers a cost-effective way to extend the life of their cars. The kits will allow existing petrol-powered vehicles to run efficiently on E20 fuel, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest passenger car manufacturer, posted a 3% year-on-year rise in total vehicle sales for July, signaling stable market demand despite macroeconomic uncertainties. The company sold 1,78,754 units in July 2025, compared to 1,75,689 units in the same month last year. While domestic passenger vehicle sales remained largely flat, marginal growth was supported by strong performance in utility vehicles and resilient exports.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, has announced a price increase for two of its popular models — the Ertiga and Baleno. The decision, driven by escalating input costs and inflationary pressures, will see the vehicles become costlier by up to Rs. 15,000 depending on the variant. This move highlights a broader industry trend as automakers grapple with rising production expenses while striving to safeguard profit margins.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest automobile manufacturer, has introduced substantial consumer benefits across its Arena portfolio this July, offering discounts of up to Rs. 1.10 lakh on select models. Both petrol and CNG variants are part of the promotional campaign, which includes cash discounts, exchange bonuses, and rural sales incentives. The Swift AMT leads the pack with the highest discount, while popular models like the Alto K10, Wagon R, and Celerio also receive generous offers.

India's leading car manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki, is revising its production targets for the upcoming e-VITARA, its electric vehicle (EV) offering, due to an acute shortage of rare earth magnets—a direct consequence of export restrictions imposed by China. Originally aiming to roll out over 26,000 units by September, the automaker is now expected to produce just 8,000 units in that time frame.

Maruti Suzuki India’s Chairman R. C. Bhargava affirmed on Monday that the company’s production remains unaffected despite China’s recent export restrictions on rare earth elements and related magnets. Since April 4, China has imposed stringent licensing requirements on the export of seven rare earth elements, vital for sectors such as automobiles, home appliances, and clean energy. While China dominates over 90 percent of global processing capacity for these materials, Maruti Suzuki maintains current production schedules, relying on expected regulatory approvals.