Amaron, the automotive battery brand from Amara Raja Energy & Mobility (ARE&M), today announced the launch of the Amaron True 4Ah Battery, built around the brand’s new campaign idea, “Modern Bikes Ki True Power.” As commuter motorcycles grow more feature-rich, the campaign highlights a simple but often overlooked truth: the power behind a modern bike […]
Ampere, the E2W brand from Greaves Electric Mobility Limited, today announced a major technology upgrade for its best-selling Magnus G Max. Powered by the new NxG.io software platform, the upgraded scooter now offers 30+ IoT-enabled features designed to make everyday riding easier, safer, and more convenient, including Cruise Control, Hill Hold, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Find My […]
BGauss, the design and engineering-led electric mobility company, today launched the all-new Oowah, a new-age electric scooter aimed at India’s growing generation of first-time EV buyers. Billed as India’s first EV Pop scooter range, the Oowah combines everyday practicality with expressive design for urban commuting. The scooter delivers a 145 km ARAI-certified range, powered by […]
As the global commercial vehicle industry navigates geopolitical uncertainties, evolving regulations and the transition towards cleaner mobility, India has emerged as one of the brightest growth markets for the sector. Andreas Moser, Member of the ZF Board of Management and Head of the Commercial Vehicle Solutions Division, believes the country’s strong market momentum, growing focus […]
JSW MG Motor India has launched a special Anniversary Programme to mark seven years of the MG Hector in the Indian market. The limited-period offer, available on all eligible bookings made during August 2026, provides customers benefits of up to INR 60,000, including exchange benefits, loyalty rewards, corporate benefits, and anniversary discounts. Mr. Vinay Raina, […]
Schaeffler India has appointed Mr. Amit Bhalerao as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective August 10, 2026. Mr. Bhalerao will oversee the company’s manufacturing operations in India, with a focus on operational excellence, digital transformation, localisation and developing future-ready manufacturing capabilities. He joins Schaeffler India with more than 23 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, lean […]
Ashok Leyland, the Hinduja Group’s flagship and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Drivn, a provider of financing and leasing solutions for electric commercial vehicles. The partnership will enable both companies to offer customised financial solutions to customers purchasing Ashok Leyland’s electric vehicles. The MoU was signed by […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan, Industry Domain Expert Running an automobile dealership is a paradox of scale. It is a high-volume, capital-intensive business that operates on razor-thin net margins, typically between 1% and 2%. In this hyper-competitive environment, even minor operational inefficiencies or unmonitored financial leakages can quickly transform a high-revenue enterprise into a loss-making one. Achieving […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the luxury automotive business, after-sales service plays a pivotal role in shaping customer loyalty and long-term brand affinity. As vehicles become increasingly connected and electrified, dealerships are investing in advanced workshop capabilities, digital technologies and personalised customer engagement to deliver a seamless ownership experience. In this interview with Aftermarket & Service, […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan Luxury automotive brands are no longer competing only on product excellence—they are increasingly being judged by the ownership experience they deliver long after the vehicle leaves the showroom. In this conversation with Aftermarket & Service, Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Brand Director, Audi India, shares how the company is strengthening its dealer network, […]
VinFast Auto India has inaugurated its 60th retail outlet in India, a new 3S dealership in Patna, Bihar — marking the Vietnamese electric vehicle brand’s first presence in the state and its continued push into tier 2 and tier 3 markets across the country. The milestone comes just one year after VinFast opened its first […]
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has launched the Nexon CAMO, a special edition of its iconic compact SUV, to mark ten years of the Nexon and the trust of over 11 lakh customers. Priced from ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom Delhi, the Nexon CAMO is available in two exclusive colours — Munnar Mist and Coorg Cloud — and is timed […]
E3 Electric.AI, a Bengaluru-based electric mobility startup, has launched the E3 Trion — positioned as India’s first AI-powered intelligent electric scooter — at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹1,09,999 for the C1x variant and ₹1,19,999 for the C2 variant. The scooter is available in six colours — Solar Red, Misty Green, Graphite Grey, Nova Blue, Teal Blue, […]
Hexagon Agility has signed an exclusive long-term agreement with IVECO BUS to supply fuel systems across IVECO’s global CNG bus range. This three year agreement builds on two decades of collaboration between the companies, who have together delivered more than 10,000 CNG buses globally. IVECO BUS is Europe’s leading manufacturer of natural gas buses and […]
Bridgestone India, a group company of Bridgestone Corporation, Japan, has commemorated 30 years of operations in India. Since its founding, Bridgestone Corporation has placed strong emphasis on expanding its global footprint, beginning with its entry into the Asian market. Today, the company operates in more than 150 countries, supplying high-quality products and building businesses rooted […]