Maruti Suzuki has reportedly discontinued the Ignis in India after continued weak sales and shrinking demand. Production has been halted for more than a month, and bookings have also been stopped. Even a price revision failed to revive interest, with February sales falling nearly 50% year-on-year, signaling a shift toward a Punch-like micro SUV.
Maruti Suzuki India posted an all-time high production of 23.4 lakh passenger vehicles in FY26, setting it apart as the only maker in India to reach that milestone. The company also became the only Suzuki Motor Corporation facility worldwide to achieve such production levels, underscoring its scale and manufacturing execution.
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Maruti Suzuki’s first EV will rely on an imported BYD Blade battery pack, a clear break from localisation goals. The automaker cites safety, performance, speed of development, and regulatory complexity as key drivers. The decision underlines how technology readiness, geopolitics, and cost pressures are reshaping India’s EV race and supplier strategies.
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