At Busworld Southeast Asia 2026 in Jakarta, Telma signalled a significant step in its global growth strategy by formally strengthening its presence in Indonesia through a new local partnership and its first successful vehicle deployment in the market. The move reflects the company’s growing focus on Southeast Asia, where rising demand for safer and more […]
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“Enabling Private Operators will be Critical to India’s Electric Bus Transition” – Prasanna Patwardhan
At the recently concluded Busworld India Conclave 2026, discussions around electrification, infrastructure readiness, and mobility integration remained at the forefront as industry stakeholders deliberated on the future of India’s bus segment. Among the key industry voices at the conclave was Mr. Prasanna Patwardhan, Chairman and Managing Director, Purple Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd., who highlighted the […]
York Trains 100+ Drivers at BKD Transport to Boost Fleet Reliability
Reinforcing its commitment to customer support, road safety, and fleet performance, York Transport Equipment recently organized a comprehensive Driver Training and Preventive Maintenance Camp at BKD Transport (Braja Kumar Das Transport) in Sambalpur. The event was conducted under the supervision of York’s service team and witnessed active participation from over 100 drivers. The programme was […]
Indian CV Industry Moving Towards a More Efficient, Technology-Led, and Alternative Fuel-Oriented Futurec
By Marshall Martin, Program Manager, and Nachiket Devasthale, Senior Consultant – Mobility Growth Advisory, Frost & Sullivan India’s commercial vehicle (CV) industry is evolving as fleet operators increasingly prioritize utilization, fuel efficiency, uptime, and lifecycle economics over upfront acquisition cost. Light commercial vehicles (LCVs) continue to be one of the fastest-growing segments in India’s commercial […]
Brembo and Ningbo SAFE Brakes Systems sign JV for Motorcycle ABS Production in India
Brembo, the global mobility innovation leader, and Ningbo SAFE Brakes Systems, market leader in China’s motorcycle ABS sector, have today signed a joint venture establishing a new company, BRSF Active Safety Solutions, dedicated to the production of ABS for the Indian motorcycle market. Brembo will hold a 60% majority stake in the joint venture, which will focus on the local […]
AUMOVIO and Commercial Vehicles: Driving Innovation in a Transforming Market
Road freight remains the backbone of modern economies, with trucks continuing to dominate regional and medium-distance transport. Growing urbanization, e-commerce and global supply chains are increasing demand for transport services, making the commercial vehicle sector a key contributor to economic resilience and sustainability. The industry is being reshaped by four major trends: decarbonization, digitalization, automation […]
Mercedes‑Benz Trucks focuses on progress across the entire range of powertrain technologies
At IAA Transportation 2026 in September, Mercedes Benz Trucks will present key next steps in the transformation of road freight transport toward alternative drivetrains. The focus is on the new eActros Lowliner, with which the manufacturer is strategically expanding its battery-electric portfolio for high-volume applications. As a strong signal to both the industry and the […]
IAA Media Summit 2026 Sets Stage for a Technology-Driven IAA TRANSPORTATION
The IAA Media Summit marks a successful kickoff for IAA TRANSPORTATION – The commercial vehicle industry is driving transformation with intensive efforts and major investments – Lack of charging and hydrogen infrastructure remains a key bottleneck slowing the rollout of climate-friendly commercial vehicles. Held on June 8 and 9 in Frankfurt am Main, the IAA […]
Michelin Opens Premium Tyre and Services Store in Bikaner in Partnership with Bhagwati Tyres
Michelin has launched a new Michelin Tyres and Services store in Bikaner, Rajasthan, in partnership with Bhagwati Tyres — further strengthening the tyre maker’s retail presence in the State. Strategically located near Khatu Shyam Temple on Jaipur Road, the 7,000 sq ft facility is a modern premium mobility destination offering Michelin’s passenger car and two-wheeler […]
89% of Indian Consumers Have Bought a Counterfeit Product — ASPA Calls for Urgent Action
On World Anti-Counterfeiting Day, the Authentication Solution Providers’ Association called for greater adoption of authentication and traceability solutions to combat the growing threat of counterfeit products across industries. The call to action was backed by sobering data from the CRISIL-ASPA State of Counterfeiting in India 2025 Report, which found that 89% of consumers across nine […]
India’s Auto Retail Holds Firm in May, Defying Heat, Fuel Prices, and Global Headwinds
Despite an above-normal heatwave, rising fuel prices, and tensions in West Asia, India’s automobile retail market delivered its best-ever May performance across multiple segments — a testament to the resilience of underlying demand. May is rarely the auto industry’s favourite month. The heat drives people away from showrooms, the wedding season winds down, and the […]
TVS SCS and ALA Group Partner to Build Aerospace & Defence Supply Chain Platform in India
The JV is targeting cumulative revenues in excess of ₹2,000 Cr. by 2031 TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS) has announced the formation of a joint venture with ALA Group, an Italy-based aerospace and defence supply-chain integrator, to address opportunities in India’s fast growing aerospace and defence sectors. TVS SCS will hold a 51% stake […]
Green Drive Mobility to Deploy 100 Montra EVIATOR 350 Electric Refrigerated Trucks
Green Drive Mobility, one of India’s leading multi-stack electric vehicle fleet operators, in partnership with Montra Electric and TVS Vehicle Mobility Solution, has deployed 100 EVIATOR 350 electric refrigerated trucks across India to support More Retail’s quick commerce operations. The deployment marks a notable development in the adoption of electric vehicles for urban cold chain […]
Piaggio and SBI Join Hands to Help UP’s Youth Own a Three-Wheeler for Free
Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding with State Bank of India’s Lucknow circle to offer interest-free financing for three-wheelers to young entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh under the State government’s CM Yuva Yojna scheme. The partnership will be supported by SBI’s network of over 1,600 branches across central and eastern Uttar Pradesh […]
















