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Kia drives peace of mind with 7-Year warranty
MUMBAI: Seven years of smooth sailing for Kia owners. Kia India is taking the worry out of car ownership by extending its warranty programme up to seven years, giving drivers extra miles of peace of mind. The move covers popular models including the Seltos, Sonet, Syros, and Carens, for both new buyers and loyal customers who already enjoy a five-year plan.
Existing owners can upgrade from a five-year warranty to a 5 plus 2-year plan starting at Rs 32,170, while new customers can secure the full seven-year coverage from Rs 47,249. The extended programme is available at any authorised Kia dealership across the country.
“At Kia India, we are committed to making ownership truly worry-free,” said Kia senior VP, sales & marketing Atul Sood. “By extending our warranty, we are showing confidence in the durability of our vehicles while ensuring our customers have continued support through our service network.”
Kia has consistently focused on enhancing the ownership experience through tailored programmes that reduce maintenance costs and boost resale value. The brand has rolled out nine vehicles in India to date and boasts a network of 744 touchpoints across 329 cities.
Since opening its Anantapur plant in 2019, Kia India has dispatched over 1.5 million vehicles, including more than 1.2 million domestically, cementing its position as a leader in connected car technology with over 4.7 lakh connected vehicles on the road.
With this seven-year warranty, Kia is making it clear: owning a car should be more about the journey and less about the worry.
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Bosch and Tata AutoComp to form JV for e-mobility in India
Equal stake venture to build electric drive systems and motors
BENGALURU: Bosch Limited and Tata AutoComp Systems are joining forces to tap into India’s fast-evolving electric mobility story, announcing plans for a 50:50 joint venture focused on key vehicle electrification technologies.
The proposed venture, expected to begin operations by mid-2026 subject to regulatory approvals, will focus on engineering, manufacturing and sales of eAxle systems and electric motors. Headquartered in Pune, it aims to bring global technology closer to the local market at a time when India’s automotive sector is shifting gears towards electrification.
For Bosch Group India president and Bosch Limited managing director Guruprasad Mudlapur, the direction is clear. He noted that battery electric technology is central to reducing emissions across passenger vehicles and select commercial segments, adding that the partnership is designed to accelerate adoption through advanced and efficient solutions.
The collaboration reflects a broader shift in the mobility landscape, where global expertise is increasingly being localised. Bosch Limited joint managing director and Mobility Solutions India president Sandeep Nelamangala, pointed out that customers are seeking cutting-edge global technologies tailored for India, a demand this venture aims to meet.
From Tata AutoComp’s perspective, the partnership brings complementary strengths to the table. Tata AutoComp vice chairman Arvind Goel, highlighted that India’s mobility ecosystem is being reshaped by electrification, localisation and the need for scalable solutions, making such collaborations increasingly vital.
Bosch’s global commitment to e-mobility is already significant, with investments exceeding six billion euros. Robert Bosch GmbH executive vice president, manufacturing and quality, electrified motion Karsten Müller, said the venture will help bring these technologies to India while strengthening the company’s regional presence.
With India now the world’s third-largest automotive market, the timing of the partnership is notable. As the country accelerates towards cleaner mobility, this joint venture positions both companies to ride the electric wave, combining engineering muscle with market ambition.
