Logistics

Montra Electric and Green Drive Mobility partner to deploy 50 EVIATOR 350 L across India

Montra Electric, the clean mobility brand of diversified conglomerate Murugappa Group joined hands with Green Drive Mobility to drive the future of sustainable logistics in India. This collaboration aims to deliver zero-emission, carbon-free mobility solutions by leading the transition to eco-friendly transportation across first-mile, mid-mile, and last-mile delivery segments. As part of the partnership, Montra […]

Appointments

Kia India appoints Atul Sood as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing

Kia India, a leading mass-premium automaker, today announced the appointment of Mr. Atul Sood as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, effective July 11, 2025. He will report to Mr. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India and will lead the brand’s nationwide sales strategy and operations. Sood brings close to three decades of experience […]

COMPONENTS

Indian Auto Component Sector nearly doubles in 5 years, hits ₹6.73 lakh crore turnover in FY25

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) – the apex body representing India’s auto component manufacturing industry – has released the findings of its Industry Performance Review for FY2024–25. According to the report, the Indian auto component industry recorded a turnover of ₹6.73 lakh crore (USD 80.2 billion), reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.6%. […]

Passenger Vehicles

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India adds Bentley to its portfolio

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) today announced the addition of Bentley, the legendary British brand, as the sixth marque under the Group’s umbrella. From 01 July 2025, SAVWIPL will exclusively import, distribute and service Bentley vehicles across the country, deepening the Group’s commitment to India’s rapidly expanding luxury car arena. All marketing, sales […]

Acquisitions Lubricants

Shell completes acquisition of Raj Petro Specialities, strengthening its lubricants portfolio and customer base

Shell Lubricants has successfully completed the acquisition of a 100% equity interest in Raj Petro Specialities Pvt. Ltd. from the Brenntag Group, reinforcing its commitment to India as a key growth market. This strategic acquisition enhances Shell Lubricants’ presence across critical sectors, including power transmission, personal care, and pharmaceuticals. It also supports Shell’s ambition to […]

Passenger Vehicles

Škoda Auto crosses major milestone, half a million cars produced in India

Škoda Auto has crossed a major manufacturing milestone in India, half a million cars produced in state of the art Indian manufacturing facilities. This achievement is a powerful reminder of Skoda Auto Volkswagen Group’s (SAVWIPL) commitment to India and trust in Indian workmanship and localisation with due focus on worldclass quality and safety. Since Škoda […]

Emobility Two Wheelers

TVS Motor launches TVS iQube with 3.1 kWh battery that offers IDC range of 123 km

TVS Motor Company, today launched a new variant of its flagship electric scooter, TVS iQube with 3.1 kWh battery that offers an IDC range of 123 km, hill hold and dual tone design.This latest addition builds on the company’s refreshed EV portfolio with enhanced range and features. With this, the TVS iQube portfolio now offers […]

Passenger Vehicles Safety

Toyota Innova HyCross Secures 5-Star Safety Rating Under Bharat NCAP

 In a significant testament to Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s (TKM) uncompromised commitment to safety, the much-appreciated Innova HyCross has been awarded a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) — India’s most comprehensive vehicle safety evaluation framework. This milestone marks the company’s unwavering and inherent focus on delivering ever-safer mobility solutions to its valued customers. […]

Appointments COMPONENTS

Paramjit Chadha appointed new MD of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited has announced the joining of Paramjit Singh Chadha as its new Managing Director. Paramjit brings nearly 40 years of extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked with various leading companies. As a seasoned automobile engineer with a lifelong passion for cars, he started his career with Maruti Suzuki, […]

Technology

Automotive Spare Parts Aggregator Garaaz Raises ₹4.55 Cr in Seed Round Led by GVFL 

Garaaz, an Automobile spare parts aggregator has raised ₹4.55 Cr in a seed round led by GVFL. The funds raised will be used to scale operations in other states, strengthen local distribution, partnerships, and on-ground teams, invest in technological innovation (R&D) and hire key talent across technology, sales, marketing, and operations. The company plans to set […]

COMPONENTS

Gabriel India announces major consolidation to drive diversified growth

The Board of Directors of Gabriel India Limited has approved a composite scheme of arrangement involving Gabriel India Limited, Asia Investments Private Limited (AIPL), and Anchemco India Private Limited (formerly known as Andasia Private Limited). Under this Scheme, the automotive business undertaking of AIPL — comprising Anchemco’s business (manufacturing brake fluids, radiator coolants, diesel exhaust […]

Emobility Two & Three Wheeler

ElectroRide: Reimagining India’s EV Retail with a Structured, Service-First Approach

As India’s electric vehicle (EV) market expands at a breakneck pace, Rajesh Rajgor set out to understand how one company is bringing structure to the chaos. In a detailed conversation with Rahul Goenka, Director at ElectroRide, he uncovered how the company is reimagining EV retail in India—not through manufacturing, but through smart systems, dealer support, […]

Passenger Vehicles Service & Maintenance

VinFast partners with myTVS for robust Aftersales Service Network across India

VinFast Auto India, the Indian subsidiary of global electric vehicle maker VinFast, has signed a strategic service collaboration with myTVS, a leading automotive service provider in the country. As part of its commitment to enhancing customer experience, VinFast aims to establish 120 Extended Service Workshops by partnering with potential service providers to boost its aftersales […]

Vehicle Finance

Chola MS General Insurance strengthens footprint in North India, opens new Zonal HQ in Delhi

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company Ltd., a joint venture between the Murugappa Group and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group, has announced the inauguration of its new, company-owned zonal office at the World Trade Centre, New Delhi. Set up with an investment of ₹65 crore, the new facility marks a significant step forward in Chola MS efforts […]