In a quiet corner of Butibori, 25 kms from Nagpur, sits a modest but mighty garage; Mehtab Motors. This garage isn’t just a repair shop; it’s a legacy built on grease-stained hands, family effort and a young man’s dedication. That young man is Ali Aftab Shaikh, who has spent nearly half his life under the hood of vehicles, learning, fixing and building trust.
Ali began his journey at just 8 years old, watching his father and elder brother run the garage. After school, instead of playing, he would pick up tools. “I didn’t study much, just till 12th,” he says with a smile, “but I’ve been learning every day on the job.”
Now 24, Ali has taken charge of operations at Mehtab Motors; handling mechanical repairs, wiring and servicing 4-wheelers like Altos, Swifts and even commercial vehicles. On busy days, he and his team attend to 15–16 vehicles, proof that his humble garage is a trusted name in Butibori’s MIDC area.
In recent years, Ali has added a new feather to his cap; becoming a trusted dealer for Tata Green Batteries. What started as a small addition to his garage services has now become a steady and promising revenue stream. “It’s been two years since I started dealing in Tata Green Batteries, and I’m happy with how it’s going,” he shares. Known for their reliability, Tata Green Batteries have earned a good name among Ali’s customers. He stocks a wide range of 4-wheeler batteries and sells an average of 30–35 units every month, catering mostly to passenger vehicles.
What sets Tata Green Batteries apart for him is their strong warranty support, prompt service backup, and overall customer satisfaction. “The margins are fair, and I’ve rarely had complaints,” he says. He also takes time to educate his customers; especially during summers and monsoons; about proper battery care, such as checking water levels and avoiding overheating. For Ali, it’s not just about selling a product, but building long-term trust through quality and service, and Tata Green Batteries fits perfectly into that approach.
Despite being a small garage, Mehtab Motors keeps up with modern vehicle technology. Ali uses diagnostic scanners like X-Tool for BS IV and BS VI vehicles, tools he became familiar with during a training stint in Punjab. He believes learning never stops and wants to grow the battery dealership side of the business soon.
His favorite part of the job? Helping customers understand battery care; especially during seasonal changes. “I always advise them on periodic check on water levels and heat management,” he says. It’s this honest service that keeps locals coming back.
With his father’s legacy, brother’s guidance, and his own grit, Ali is steering Mehtab Garage into a promising future. In a world of large service centers and shiny showrooms, it’s young professionals like Ali; rooted in skill, humility, and heart; who keep India’s roads truly moving.
