Chandigarh's District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission directed two Tata authorised dealers to pay ₹2 lakh in compensation to a customer who had alleged defects in his new Tata Altroz and harassment due to repeated ineffective repairs. Customer had accused Tata and dealers of deficiency in service. The commission, however, noted that manufacturing defect warranting replacement wasn't proven.

Renault, under its ‘FutuREady’ global strategy, plans to achieve €2 billion (around ₹22,000 crore) of annual exports from India by 2030, the company said. The exports will include vehicles, technology and auto components. Renault's strategy includes rolling out seven new models with up to 90% local parts and expects EVs to account for nearly 50% of total sales by 2030.

Chinese carmaker Seres has patented an "in-vehicle toilet" that slides out from the bottom of a passenger's seat with a push or through voice-activated commands. The system includes a fan, an exhaust pipe and a heating element to evaporate urine. Solid waste is stored in a tank that must be manually emptied, according to the patent filing.

Uber is set to acquire an additional 4.5% stake in Berlin-based food-delivery group Delivery Hero from technology investor Prosus for €270 million. Delivery Hero, which runs foodpanda, will reportedly gain a stronger partner as Uber is expanding in Europe. Uber first took a stake in Delivery Hero in 2024 and is expected to be the fourth-largest shareholder in the firm.

Dubai has finalized its first electric air taxi hub near the international airport, targeting a 2026 launch. Utilizing Joby Aviation eVTOLs, the project aims to cut 45-minute commutes to just 10 minutes. This four-station network features charging infrastructure and passenger lounges, positioning the city as a global leader in sustainable, high-speed urban aerial mobility.

Karnataka has recorded 61 road accident deaths involving underage drivers in 2025, highlighting growing concerns over minors behind the wheel and road safety enforcement across the state. Data shared by Home Minister G Parameshwara in the Legislative Council shows that fatalities involving teenagers below 18 years stood at 70 in 2024 and 58 in 2023.

Sam Altman-backed autonomous vehicle startup Glydways seeks to raise $250 million to reach a valuation of over $1 billion. It plans to make podlike vehicles that provide on-demand rides, running on dedicated two-meter-wide expressways to offer taxi-like service, avoiding congestion. The firm recently closed a $170-million funding round from investors like Suzuki Motor Corp and Khosla Ventures.

The automobile industry recorded its highest annual sales in FY26, rising 10.4% YoY to 28.27 million units, driven by a strong recovery in the second half, Financial Express reported, citing Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers' (SIAM) data. Passenger vehicle sales grew 7.9% to 4.64 million units in FY26. Additionally, two-wheeler sales increased 19.3% to 1.98 million units.

A woman allegedly under the influence of alcohol parked her car in the middle of a busy road in Hisar, Haryana, causing a traffic jam. In a viral video, she is seen refusing to move and boasting about her government job and salary. Police intervened, detained her and registered a case for public obstruction.

Electric vehicles are emerging as a key growth area for India, with potential to reduce oil imports and reshape mobility. Experts highlight that commercial transport, which consumes a large share of fuel, could drive adoption. The transition may influence jobs, investment and energy security, though infrastructure, financing and policy gaps remain.