{"id":112630,"date":"2025-06-27T22:33:52","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T17:03:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tweelabs.com\/content\/blog.html\/?p=112630"},"modified":"2025-06-27T22:33:52","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T17:03:52","slug":"top-10-auto-news-stories-of-today-june-27-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tweelabs.com\/content\/blog.html\/top-10-auto-news-stories-of-today-june-27-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Auto News Stories of Today \u2013 June 27, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:24px] grow overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"relative h-full\">\n<div class=\"flex h-full flex-col overflow-y-auto [scrollbar-gutter:stable_both-edges] @[84rem]\/thread:pt-(--header-height)\">\n<div class=\"@thread-xl\/thread:pt-header-height mt-1.5 flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a45aae07-14e3-4c32-8b16-e1ea6f533dac\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<h2 data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"688\">1. <strong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"688\">Mahindra Scorpio-N Gets Level 2 ADAS and New Z8T Trim<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"953\">Mahindra has launched an updated <strong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"736\">Scorpio-N<\/strong> with <strong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"758\">Level 2 ADAS<\/strong> features including forward collision warning, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. A new Z8T trim has also been introduced as the company celebrates <strong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"942\">2.5 lakh+ unit sales<\/strong> milestone.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1099\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.financialexpress.com\/auto\/car-news\/2025-mahindra-scorpio-n-launched-heres-whats-new\/3895069\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1099\">Read More \u2013 The Financial Express<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1170\">2. <strong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1170\">Tata Harrier EV AWD Officially Launched at \u20b928.99 Lakh<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1397\">Tata Motors has launched the <strong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1219\">Harrier EV AWD<\/strong> variant with dual motors and a 75kWh battery. Priced at \u20b928.99 lakh, the SUV comes with a <strong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1340\">5-star BNCAP safety rating<\/strong> and is ready to disrupt the premium EV segment in India.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1521\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carwale.com\/news\/tata-harrier-ev-awd-launched-in-india-prices-start-at-rs-2899-lakh\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1521\">Read More \u2013 CarWale<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1526\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1599\">3. <strong data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1599\">Mercedes-AMG GT 63 and GT 63 Pro Arrive in India at \u20b93 Crore+<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1840\"><strong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1624\">Mercedes-Benz India<\/strong> has launched the <strong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1655\">AMG GT 63<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1673\">GT 63 Pro<\/strong>, featuring a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. These high-performance coupes are aimed at luxury enthusiasts and mark a strong push into India\u2019s performance car market.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1977\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/auto\/mercedes-amg-gt-63-gt-63-pro-launched-in-india-prices-start-at-rs-3-crore-8774506\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1977\">Read More \u2013 NDTV Auto<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1982\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2047\">4. <strong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2047\">Honda Shifts India Strategy Toward Affordable Hybrids<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2263\">Responding to lukewarm EV demand, <strong data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2092\">Honda<\/strong> has committed to developing a modular <strong data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2154\">PF2 hybrid platform<\/strong> for upcoming <strong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2176\">City<\/strong> and SUV models. This move aims to make hybrid tech more affordable and locally viable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2428\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.financialexpress.com\/auto\/car-news\/honda-goes-hybrid-next-gen-city-suvs-with-hybrid-powertrain-in-work\/3895561\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2428\">Read More \u2013 The Financial Express<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2433\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2506\">5. <strong data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2506\">Indian Government Opens EV Manufacturing Portal under SPMEPCI<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2738\">To attract global players, the Indian government has launched an online application portal under the <strong data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2620\">SPMEPCI<\/strong> scheme. It offers <strong data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2664\">reduced import duties<\/strong> for companies committing over \u20b941.5 billion in domestic EV manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2870\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mercomindia.com\/government-opens-doors-to-global-electric-car-makers-with-portal-launch\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2870\">Read More \u2013 Mercom India<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2875\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2936\">6. <strong data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2936\">Mahindra Ups EV Production to 8,000 Units Monthly<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"3150\">Mahindra &amp; Mahindra has expanded its EV production capacity to <strong data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3026\">8,000 units per month<\/strong>, driven by robust bookings. The ramp-up supports its broader goal of launching <strong data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3141\">7 Born Electric Vehicles (BEVs)<\/strong> by 2030.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3272\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.angelone.in\/news\/mahindra-mahindra-ramps-up-ev-production-to-8-000-units-monthly\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3272\">Read More \u2013 Angel One<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3277\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3351\">7. <strong data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3351\">Kia EV Owners in U.S. Get Access to 21,500 Tesla Superchargers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3569\"><strong data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3368\">Kia America<\/strong> has announced a partnership enabling its EV owners to access <strong data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3470\">21,500+ Tesla Supercharging stations<\/strong> via the <strong data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3497\">Kia Access app<\/strong>, drastically reducing range anxiety and enhancing charging convenience.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3774\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/news-release\/2025\/06\/27\/3106683\/0\/en\/Automakers-Are-Expanding-EV-Charging-Options-Prioritizing-Convenience-and-Accessibility-for-Drivers.html\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3774\">Read More \u2013 GlobeNewswire<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3779\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3781\" data-end=\"3850\">8. <strong data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3850\">Key Tesla Executive Omead Afshar Exits Amid Strategy Shifts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"4063\"><strong data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"3868\">Omead Afshar<\/strong>, a top Tesla executive and close aide to Elon Musk, has exited the company. His departure signals ongoing leadership churn as Tesla adjusts to rising competition and evolving EV market dynamics.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4242\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/dailykanban.com\/2025\/06\/27\/friday-morning-auto-news-jun-27-2025-afshar-out-at-tesla-record-sales-at-toyota-xiaomis-suv-takes-on-tesla-more\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4242\">Read More \u2013 DailyKanban<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4244\" data-end=\"4247\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4319\">9. <strong data-start=\"4255\" data-end=\"4319\">Nissan Upgrades its e-Power Hybrid System for Better EV Feel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4321\" data-end=\"4543\"><strong data-start=\"4321\" data-end=\"4331\">Nissan<\/strong> has improved its unique <strong data-start=\"4356\" data-end=\"4385\">e-Power hybrid technology<\/strong>, where the petrol engine charges the battery and the motor powers the wheels\u2014offering a near-EV driving experience with improved mileage and lower emissions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4545\" data-end=\"4671\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automotiveworld.com\/articles\/nissan-e-power-upgrade-moves-drivers-closer-to-ev\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4671\">Read More \u2013 Automotive World<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4673\" data-end=\"4676\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4678\" data-end=\"4750\">10. <strong data-start=\"4685\" data-end=\"4750\">AUTO PULSE 2025 Draws 1,000+ in Bangalore, Launches VTL World<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4752\" data-end=\"4967\">The <strong data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4775\">AUTO PULSE 2025<\/strong> aftermarket industry event in Bangalore saw over 1,000 attendees and marked the <strong data-start=\"4856\" data-end=\"4879\">launch of VTL World<\/strong>, a digital B2B platform aimed at streamlining auto part distribution and supply chains.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4969\" data-end=\"5158\">&#x1f517; <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aninews.in\/news\/business\/auto-pulse-2025-powers-industry-momentum-with-over-1000-attendees-and-a-landmark-showcase-by-vikas-trade-links20250627161455\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4972\" data-end=\"5158\">Read More \u2013 ANI News<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5160\" data-end=\"5163\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5165\" data-end=\"5222\">EV Momentum Meets Hybrid Pragmatism<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5224\" data-end=\"5537\">From <strong data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5248\">luxury launches<\/strong> to <strong data-start=\"5252\" data-end=\"5278\">domestic policy pushes<\/strong>, and from <strong data-start=\"5289\" data-end=\"5312\">EV production booms<\/strong> to <strong data-start=\"5316\" data-end=\"5338\">hybrid rebalancing<\/strong>, the Indian and global auto sectors are adapting rapidly to tech shifts and market forces. 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