With over six decades of experience in India’s automotive aftermarket, International Trading Corporation (ITC) has evolved alongside the country’s commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1960 by the late Mr. Shyamlal Raheja – father of Mr. Kishore, the business began as a specialist in Jeep components before expanding into truck parts, bearings, engine components and other […]
In a market where workshop efficiency directly determines profitability, eight minutes per set of four wheels adds up faster than most shop owners realise. They say the partnerships that last are not built on contracts alone, but on careful judgment, mutual respect, and a shared belief in what is possible. That belief was tested and […]
Participating for the 15th time at Automechanika Dubai, DaTo is using the 2025 edition to underline a clear message to the aftermarket: high technology can be made both accessible and profitable for workshops across the region. “Automechanika Dubai has been a part of DaTo’s journey since our formation in 2011, and this is our 15th […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the luxury automotive business, after-sales service plays a pivotal role in shaping customer loyalty and long-term brand affinity. As vehicles become increasingly connected and electrified, dealerships are investing in advanced workshop capabilities, digital technologies and personalised customer engagement to deliver a seamless ownership experience. In this interview with Aftermarket & Service, […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan, Industry Domain Expert Running an automobile dealership is a paradox of scale. It is a high-volume, capital-intensive business that operates on razor-thin net margins, typically between 1% and 2%. In this hyper-competitive environment, even minor operational inefficiencies or unmonitored financial leakages can quickly transform a high-revenue enterprise into a loss-making one. Achieving […]
With over six decades of experience in India’s automotive aftermarket, International Trading Corporation (ITC) has evolved alongside the country’s commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1960 by the late Mr. Shyamlal Raheja – father of Mr. Kishore, the business began as a specialist in Jeep components before expanding into truck parts, bearings, engine components and other […]
Michelin India has launched a new Michelin Tyres and Services store in Kanpur in partnership with HJ Wheels in Harsh Nagar, as part of the company’s ongoing network expansion in Uttar Pradesh. The new outlet makes Michelin’s full range of passenger car, SUV, and two-wheeler tyres available to customers in the city and surrounding areas, alongside tyre-related […]
