COMPONENTS Emobility

Forvia Hella Aftermarket and Hella Gutmann Lead Innovation in Automotive Aftermarket

At Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, Rajesh Rajgor conducted insightful interviews with key players in the industry, showcasing innovations aimed at enhancing workshop solutions and adapting to the evolving landscape of vehicle technology. Two prominent representatives, Dr. Marcel Wiedmann from Forvia Hella Aftermarket and Adnan Ćemal from Hella Gutmann, presented exciting developments that promise to reshape independent workshops’ operations and […]

Battery sustainability

UAE’s first lithium battery recycling plant announced  

In a milestone for sustainability and innovation in the UAE, KEZAD Group and Witthal Gulf Industries LLC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during Automechanika Dubai 2024 to establish the UAE’s first lithium battery recycling plant. The collaboration aims to establish a cutting-edge battery recycling facility that contributes to sustainable industrial practices while supporting the […]

COMPONENTS

Paracoat’s Strategic Shift: Innovating NVH Solutions and Expanding Global Presence

At the Automechanika Frankfurt 2024 Expo, the Paramat stall stood out, showcasing innovative solutions that aim to transform the automotive landscape, particularly in the areas of noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH). In an exclusive interview with Abhilash U, Aayush Poddar, the Head of Aftermarket & Exports at Paracoat, shared insights into how the company’s products […]

Construction Equipment

TVS Eurogrip showcases latest range of construction tyres at bauma

TVS Eurogrip, India’s leading off-highway tyre brand, participated in bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024 – an International Trade Fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines and construction vehicles, which is being held at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, from December 11th to December 14th, 2024.  The company showcased latest range of tyres for backhoe loaders, skid […]

Cover story Lubricants

Driving Innovation: How ENEOS is Transforming India’s Lubricant Landscape

ENEOS Corporation, a global leader in the lubricant industry with over 135 years of experience in the fuel and energy sector, has marked a significant milestone in India. The company entered the Indian market through a joint venture with Veedol Corporation Limited (formerly Tide Water Oil Co. (India) Ltd.), forming ENEOS Tide Water Lubricants India […]

COMPONENTS

Shivalik Engineering Expands Global Footprint with Advanced Solutions and Green Initiatives

At IAA Transportation 2024, Shivalik Engineering made a strong case for its position as a trusted supplier of axle components for commercial vehicles. Represented by Vinay Agrawal, Whole-Time Director, the company showcased its expertise in manufacturing high-quality brake drums, wheel hubs, carriers, and brackets. Agrawal emphasized Shivalik’s focus on innovation, sustainability, and global partnerships, with […]

Events

Automechanika Shanghai concludes 20th anniversary with a record-breaking exhibitor and visitor participation 

Automechanika Shanghai concludes its 20th anniversary with a successful and celebratory show, marked by impressive new records from both exhibitors and visitors. As always, the fair served as a hub for buyers and suppliers to learn, network and showcase the innovations that are shaping the future automotive industry. Attendees, including exhibitors, visitors, speakers, media, as […]

Garage Equipment

Driving Periodic Technical Inspection Forward: The VTEQ Way

Among the notable participants at this year’s Automechanika Frankfurt was VTEQ, a Spain-based leader in periodic technical inspection (PTI) equipment. In an exclusive chat with MOTORINDIA, Fernando Casado, Business Development Manager, VTEQ, highlighted the company’s advancements, ongoing projects, and strategic plans for the global PTI sector. Innovation on DisplayDiscussing the importance of Automechanika, Fernando remarked, […]

tyres

Apollo Tyres introduces radials for backhoe loaders and defence applications

 Apollo Tyres Ltd for the first time showcased radial tyres for the backhoe loaders, Apollo Terra Pro 1045, and another all-steel radial tyres for defence applications and multipurpose trucks, Apollo Terra MPT 1, at the Bauma ConExpo India 2024, an international trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines and construction vehicles. The Apollo Terra […]

COMPONENTS

Indian Auto Comp Industry grows 11.3 % to Rs. 3.32 lakh crore ($39.6 billion) in H1 FY 2425

Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing India’s Auto Component manufacturing industry has announced the findings of its Industry Performance Review for the first half of fiscal 2024-25. The turnover of the automotive component industry stood at Rs.3.32 lakh crore (USD 39.6 billion) for the period April to September 2024, registering […]

Construction Equipment

Greaves Retail unveils advanced electric light construction equipment range 

Greaves Retail, a division of Greaves Cotton Limited and a leading provider of clean mobility and energy solutions in the e2W, ICE 2W, e3W, ICE 3W, and SCV segments, proudly announced the launch of its new range of high-performance electrified light construction equipment at bauma CONEXPO India 2024. With sustainability at the forefront, this new […]

Awards

Automechanika Dubai Awards announce winners across 13 categories in the automotive aftermarket

The 2024 Automechanika Dubai Awards winners were unveiled this morning (Wednesday, 11 December) during the Automechanika Dubai trade show at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Now in its fourth year, the awards honoured outstanding achievements and innovations across the automotive aftermarket industry, reflecting the sector’s resilience, creativity, and transformative progress. Commenting on the awards, […]

COMPONENTS

Galaxy Bearings Launches Hub Bearing System, targets Spherical Roller Bearings next

In an insightful interview with Rajesh Rajgor at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, Nitin Santoki, CEO of Galaxy Bearings, shared the company’s vision for growth in the Indian manufacturing sector. He highlighted the introduction of a hub bearing system that simplifies installation, as well as plans to launch spherical roller bearings in 2025. With a new facility […]

Emobility

Tata Power and Tivolt partner to strengthen EV Charging Infrastructure for CVs across India

Tivolt Electric Vehicles Private Limited (Tivolt), an EV venture of Murugappa Group and a subsidiary of TI Clean Mobility has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a leading player in the Indian renewable energy sector and a prominent EV Charging solutions provider, to enhance e-mobility for commercial vehicles across the country. This […]

Emobility

Mahindra partners with Vidyut for Battery-as-a-Service for its 4 & 3W commercial EVs

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited (MLMML), a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M) and Vidyut (VT), have announced a collaboration. MLMML is India’s no.1 electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, having sold more than 2 Lakh EVs. Vidyut is a Bengaluru-based full-stack EV startup focused on making EV ownership more convenient and stress-free. Both the companies […]