In an in-depth conversation with Raminder Singh Bhatia, Director, Rajesh Rajgor gathered insights into the operations and growth trajectory of Black Diamond Track Parts Private Limited (BDTPL – Raminder Singh Bhatia Group). Raminder discussed the company’s journey from manufacturing tippers to expanding its product range, emphasizing the shift in market demand towards tipping trailers for […]
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SWITCH Mobility delivers IeV3 to customers, marking a significant milestone in sustainable urban logistics
SWITCH Mobility, a global manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles from the Hinduja Group, hands over the keys of its much awaited SWITCH IeV3 in the 1.25 Ton payload category, marking a significant milestone in sustainable urban logistics. Mr. Mahesh Babu, CEO of SWITCH Mobility, handed over the keys to the SWITCH IeV3 vehicles […]
Schaeffler to showcase repair & service solutions for combustion engines, hybrids and EVs at Automechanika Frankfurt
Global motion technology company Schaeffler will be showcasing its complete portfolio of repair and service solutions for combustion engines, hybrids and electric vehicles at the world’s leading trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt from 10 to 14 September 2024. Under the motto “Sustaining Motion. Pioneering Future.”, the trade fair appearance has something very special to offer this […]
Statiq and BPCL Announce Strategic Partnership
Statiq, India’s leading electric vehicle (EV) charging network, has partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in India. This strategic collaboration includes the development of a bespoke app for BPCL and the integration of BPCL’s existing chargers, which boast approximately 2800 chargers, including 2,000 AC and 800 DC […]
Norton Motorcycles celebrates beginning of a new era with plans for global expansion
Norton Motorcycles, part of the TVS Motor Company, announced its investment and growth plans to put the company in the ideal place for international expansion. At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, members of Norton’s senior leadership team – Sudarshan Venu, Dr Robert Hentschel and Richard Arnold – shared the vision of the brand and discussed […]
MANN + HUMMEL Ready for Exciting Growth Phase in India
Opens New Liquid Manufacturing Line at Tumkur Plant In an exclusive interview with MOTORINDIA, Thomas Fischer, Chairman, MANN+HUMMEL, discusses the significant impact of their new manufacturing line in Tumkur, Karnataka, India inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Rajendra Kulkarni from Tata Motors, Mr. Ramkrishna Reddy from Ashok Leyland and Mr. Vinay Jadhav from Cummins India. […]
Happiness Truck 5.0 – MotorIndia’s Epic Cross-Country drive from Guwahati to Mumbai
Campaign Planning Avijit Lahiri | Words Rajesh Rajgor | Photos Rajeev Bhendwal You’ve been reading about the exhilarating journey of the Happiness Truck 5.0, an epic odyssey that began in the serene city of Guwahati, Assam, and concluded triumphantly in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, Maharashtra. Organized by MOTORINDIA, your leading magazine in the commercial […]
Henkel inaugurates new Loctite plant at Kurkumbh, Maharashtra
Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited (Henkel India) announced the completion of Phase III of its manufacturing facility in Kurkumbh, near Pune, Maharashtra. The Kurkumbh site, which was launched in 2020, serves the growing demand of Indian industries for high-performance solutions in adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment products. The new Loctite plant, named after Henkel’s […]
FIAT celebrates 125 years, Smiles To The Future
The celebration’s special guest is the 500e Giorgio Armani, the refined limited edition which will be distributed globally and pair Italian excellence to eco-sustainability The “La Pista 500” at the Lingotto building in Turin hosted FIAT’s 125th anniversary “Smiling to the future” ceremony; Founded on July 11th 1899, FIAT is one of the longest-operating automotive […]
ASDC Partners’ Forum 2024 – Driving Unity and Innovation in Auto Industry
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted the ASDC Partners’ Forum on July 12, 2024, at the Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi. This significant event brought together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the future of the automotive sector. The theme for this year, “Collaborate, Empower, Accelerate, Achieve,” emphasized ASDC’s dedication to fostering unity […]
The Evolution of a Tyre Business: An Interview with K. Durairaj
In the dynamic world of the tyre industry, staying ahead requires not just knowledge of the latest trends but also an ability to adapt and innovate. Mr. K. Durairaj, with his 45 years of experience, embodies this spirit of resilience and forward-thinking. Starting with a humble beginning of selling used tyres, Durairaj has navigated through […]
Automechanika Dubai forms Advisory Board to drive forward the 2024 edition and beyond
Automechanika Dubai, the leading event for the automotive aftermarket industry, has officially unveiled the leaders supporting the event’s growth as part of the inaugural Advisory Board. The panel of industry innovators and experts will provide insights and knowledge to guide Automechanika Dubai’s future success and drive forward the automotive aftermarket industry. The Advisory Board comprises […]
The ‘Spheros’ brand is back
With the official change of ownership, Spheros, a global leader in thermal management solutions for buses and refrigerated transport fleets, will once again become legally and financially independent. The investor H.I.G. Capital, which specializes in medium-sized companies, has taken over the company Thermal Commercial Vehicles from Valeo with effect from July 1, 2024. In the […]
Ashok Leyland bags single largest order of 2104 fully built buses from MSRTC
Ashok Leyland (AL) has bagged the single largest fully-built bus order from the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) for 2104 units of its Viking passenger bus. The order underscores AL’s dominant position in the Indian bus market and will further contribute to strengthening the CV maker’s position in the industry. Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director & […]
Maruti Suzuki dispatches 2 million vehicles through Indian Railways, a big leap in green logistics
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) reaffirmed its commitment to green logistics by surpassing a landmark of 2 million cumulative vehicle dispatches using railways. This feat makes Maruti Suzuki, India’s first automobile company to attain this eco-milestone. The company has rapidly scaled up its vehicle dispatches through railways from 65,700 units in FY 2014-15 to 447,750 […]