NDTV Auto Awards 2025 honours excellence in automotive industry

The NDTV Auto Awards 2025 celebrated innovation, performance, and leadership in the automobile sector, bringing together industry visionaries, manufacturers, and experts. Held on February 28 in New Delhi, the event underscored India’s growing prominence in global automotive advancements.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, in his keynote address, emphasized India’s potential as a major automobile hub, highlighting the transformative role of electric vehicles (EVs) in the future.

The awards were judged by an expert panel comprising leading automotive journalists, industry veterans, and professional racers, ensuring a rigorous evaluation of contenders. The jury included:

Renowned experts like Mugdha Mishra (NDTV Auto), Renuka Kirpalani (Mashable), and Rachit Hirani (Motor Octane).

Superbike racer Simranjeet Singh, professional motorcyclist Kalyani Potekar, and veteran journalist Abhinav Bhatt.

The awards recognized the best launches of 2024 across various categories, including electric, luxury, and performance vehicles.

Car of the Year – Mahindra Thar Roxx
Compact Car of the Year – Maruti Suzuki Dzire
Electric Car of the Year – MG Windsor EV
Luxury SUV of the Year – Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Motorcycle of the Year – Aprilia RS 457
Electric Two-Wheeler of the Year – Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2
Automotive Personality of the Year – Vikram Pahwa
Global Lifetime Achievement Award – Late Ratan Tata & Late Osamu Suzuki

Mandeep Singh, Revenue Head-TV, NDTV, emphasized the impact of the awards, stating “The NDTV Auto Awards 2025 mark a new milestone in our automotive journey, bringing brands, innovation, and excellence together on a platform that not only celebrates the industry’s best but also drives real business impact. As a platform, it continues to create value by connecting brands with the right audience in a space that’s constantly evolving.”
Mugdha Mishra, Editor, Auto, NDTV, remarked on the significance of the event, stating, “The NDTV Auto Awards have consistently highlighted the industry’s drive for excellence. This year, we have witnessed groundbreaking innovations that are reshaping mobility, from next-generation electric vehicles to revolutionary advancements in automotive technology. These awards not only recognize the best in the industry but also inspire the next wave of automotive evolution.”

The NDTV Auto Awards 2025 reinforced its status as a premier platform for acknowledging the best in automotive innovation, shaping the future of mobility in India.

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