Distribution & Retail Tyres

BKT Tyres strengthens CV Segment Presence in Madhya Pradesh with New Warehouse in Indore

The new distributor facility strengthens BKT Tyres’ market access in Central India and supports its focus on growing its CVR business in Madhya Pradesh Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), a global Off-Highway tyre leader with a growing presence in India’s on-highway tyre market, is stepping up its ambitions in India’s Commercial Vehicle Radial (CVR) market. The […]

Two Wheelers

Honda Launches ADV160 and Rebel 300 as First Products from Its 10-Model India Portfolio

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced prices for the new Honda ADV160 and Honda Rebel 300, marking the first phase of its 10-product portfolio unveiled in July 2026. The ADV160 is priced at ₹1,70,000 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), while the Rebel 300 is available at ₹2,22,000 for the Standard variant and ₹2,62,000 for the E-Clutch […]

Engineering Motorsports

SUPRA SAEINDIA 2026 to Bring India’s Next-Gen Engineers Together at Buddh International Circuit

66 engineering student teams to showcase engineering, innovation and future mobility solutions from 2–5 September The 13th edition of SUPRA SAEINDIA will be held from 2–5 September 2026 at Buddh International Circuit, Greater Noida, bringing together engineering students from across India to demonstrate their technical knowledge, innovation and vehicle development capabilities. With 66 teams participating […]

Appointments Components

Imperial Auto appoints Sandeep Bathla as Chief Global Operations Officer

Imperial Auto, a global fluid transmission solutions provider, announces appointment of Sandeep Bathla as its Chief Global Operations Officer (CGOO). In his new role, Sandeep will lead the company’s manufacturing operations globally and drive initiatives aimed at strengthening manufacturing excellence, enhancing manufacturing capabilities and supporting Imperial Auto’s next phase of growth. He will report to […]

Logistics & Supply Chain Partnerships

TVS SCS and Japan’s Sankyu Inc. sign strategic MoU for Supply Chain and Engineering services

TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited (TVS SCS), a leading global supply chain solutions provider and one of India’s largest and fastest-growing integrated supply chain companies, has announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sankyu Inc., a leading Japan-headquartered logistics and engineering company, to collaborate across supply chain and engineering services, creating […]

Emobility Two Wheelers

TVS iQube Marks One Million Customers with MillionR Special Edition

TVS Motor Company has launched the TVS iQube MillionR Special Edition, celebrating the milestone of one million customers for its flagship electric scooter. The limited edition model honours the trust placed by customers who have embraced electric mobility with TVS iQube, while reinforcing its position as India’s favourite family EV. Based on the popular TVS […]

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Spinny Expands OEM Partnerships to Build a Connected Automotive Ecosystem

Spinny, India’s leading full-stack used car retailing platform, is deepening its role across the automotive ownership journey through strategic partnerships with Nissan, JSW MG Motor India, and Tesla — covering buying, selling, exchanging, evaluation, refurbishment, and retail. With Nissan India, Spinny powers a 55-minute vehicle exchange programme offering benefits of up to ₹75,000, helping customers […]

Buses Trucks

SML Mahindra Extends Its Spirit of Seva from Amritsar to Tirumala

There are moments when a business journey goes beyond regular operations and becomes an opportunity to contribute to something deeply meaningful and close to the heart. The visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, was one such occasion. Mr. Vinod Sahay, Executive Chairman, along with the senior management of SML Mahindra Limited, paid their respects at […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

Hyundai India and Jio-bp Partner to Expand EV Charging Network

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced a partnership with Jio-bp to integrate their respective EV charging networks, giving EV users across India access to over 37,000 charging points through the myHyundai app. Through the collaboration, Hyundai EV customers can discover, access, and use Jio-bp pulse charging stations directly via the myHyundai app. Jio-bp brings […]

Used Vehicle Sales

SAMIL Freedom Auction 2026 Facilitates ₹130 Crore+ in Transactions Across 135+ Simultaneous Auctions Nationwide

135+ simultaneous auctions across India see 13,300+ assets listed and 3,400+ assets sold Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL) brought its nationwide auction network together for the SAMIL Freedom Auction 2026, conducting 135+ simultaneous auctions across the country in a single day. The nationwide event saw 13,300+ assets listed and attracted 20,000+ customer footfall. By the […]

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Autoteknik Canada to Bring the Automotive Industry Together at New Annual Trade Exhibition

The international B2B exhibition will connect global OE suppliers, aftermarket manufacturers, distributors, repair and collision professionals, technology providers, dealership groups, fleet operators and automotive decision-makers at a dedicated industry event in Canada Canada’s automotive industry will gain a new international business platform in 2027 with the launch of Autoteknik Canada, a B2B exhibition connecting original […]

Components M&A

Rane (Madras) Completes Acquisition of Hindustan Composites’ Friction Business 

Rane (Madras) Limited (RML) has completed the acquisition of the Friction Business of Hindustan Composites Limited (HCL). The Business Transfer Agreement for the transaction was signed on June 30, 2026. Following the completion of regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, the acquisition has now been completed. HCL’s Friction Business will be integrated with RML’s existing […]

Dealerships Sales & Service Service & Maintenance Trucks

BharatBenz Opens New Dealership in Howrah, West Bengal

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), maker of BharatBenz trucks and buses and a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, today inaugurated its new authorised BharatBenz dealership, Agile Trucking, at Uluberia, Howrah, West Bengal. The new facility strengthens BharatBenz’s footprint in eastern India and reinforces its commitment to providing sales, service, and spares support in […]

Accessories Safety Two Wheelers

AXOR Launches MX Carbon, World’s Lightest Triple-Certified Off-Road Helmet

AXOR, the premium helmet brand from Vega Auto, unveiled the AXOR MX Carbon, which the company claims is the world’s lightest triple-certified off-road helmet. Weighing approximately 1,050 grams in a large shell (±50 grams), with smaller shell sizes expected to be 50 grams lighter, the helmet features a predominantly carbon-fibre shell and meets ECE 22.06, […]

Emobility Passenger Cars

BYD India Launches SEALION 7 Dynamic, Expanding Its Premium eSUV Lineup

BYD India, a subsidiary of BYD, today announced the launch of the BYD SEALION 7 Dynamic, a new addition to its flagship eSUV lineup. Powered by a 71.8 kWh Blade Battery, it offers a range of 520 km (NEDC) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. Priced at an introductory ₹41.90 lakh […]