At the recent Mobility Platform and Solutions (MPS) Summit, held amidst much anticipation and industry curiosity, Bosch demonstrated its digital-first, platformized approach to problem solving in the mobility ecosystem. Reporting from the summit, Rajesh Rajgor observed how the event brought together a strong mix of industry veterans, partners, and technology leaders—all converging to explore the […]
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Jamna Auto Conference for Allied products held in Goa
Jamna Auto Industries Ltd., India’s most trusted suspension system manufacturer, hosted its prestigious Allied Conference on April 25, 2025, in the picturesque coastal city of Goa. The high-profile event brought together key stakeholders, including the company’s top-performing distributors and senior leadership, in a vibrant setting aimed at celebrating excellence, reinforcing partnerships, and setting the tone […]
RFID Ecosystem Village: the revolution of digital data for tyre assistance on display at Autopromotec 2025
The collective area specifically designed to illustrate with practical demonstrations the different uses of RFID technology throughout the entyre life cycle of the tyre will be located inside pavilion 22 From logistics to warehouse management, from diagnostics to assistance activities, from retreading to collection and disposal at the end of its life: literally from the […]
Video is the New GPS: How LightMetrics is Redefining Fleet Safety with AI-Powered Insights
On February 10, 2025, LightMetrics quietly marked its 10-year milestone. LightMetrics was founded by Soumik Ukil and his co-founders, who previously worked at Nokia Research, where they honed their expertise in computer vision and signal processing for smartphones — a background that now informs the company’s deep technical approach. “We were colleagues at Nokia when […]
DICV demonstrates resilience in a challenging 2024 and sets the course for sustainable growth
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), today reflected on its resilient and transformative performance in 2024. Despite the Indian commercial vehicle market experiencing an overall ten percent decline due to macroeconomic challenges, elections, erratic monsoon, and sectoral uncertainties, DICV strengthened its core operations and laid a strong […]
Michelin India opens first Tyres & Services Store in Lucknow in partnership with Tyre On Wheels
Michelin, the world’s leading tyre technology leader, has announced the opening of its first Michelin Tyres & Services store in partnership with Tyre On Wheels, a leading car tyre dealer in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, known for its expertise in tyre sales, wheel balancing services, and a wide range of alloy wheels. Tyre On Wheels operates […]
Hutchinson’s Transformative Expansion in India: Global Expertise Meets Local Innovation
Hutchinson is embarking on a transformative journey in India—a market marked by rapid change and fierce competition. In an exclusive interview with N. Balasubramanian, two senior executives, Frédéric Le Du, Senior VP Asia, Hutchinson, and Joshua Mullens Solomon, Managing Director, Hutchinson and Co. (India) Pvt. Ltd., discussed the company’s ambitious expansion plans. Their conversation revealed […]
Chartered Speed: Transforming Mobility Across India
In an insightful conversation with Rajesh Rajgor, Sanyam Gandhi, Director, Chartered Speed, shares the company’s journey from its inception to becoming a major mobility player across eight states. He discusses the company’s expansion, electrification push, operational strategies, and the future of public transport in India. With a strong focus on passenger safety, technology, and long-term […]
Leadership Transition at Automechanika Dubai: Gazi Bilikozen Departs After 17 Years
Messe Frankfurt Middle East today announced the departure of Gazi Bilikozen, its Portfolio Director — Mobility & Logistics, after 17 years with the organisation. During his tenure, Gazi spearheaded the expansion of the Automechanika brand across the Middle East, and helped grow Automechanika Dubai into the region’s leading trade platform for the automotive aftermarket industry. Gazi has been pivotal to the Automechanika brands evolution across the wider Middle East. He served as senior show manager, show director and […]
Tata Motors opens Vehicle Scrapping Facility in Kolkata
Tata Motors has launched its registered vehicle scrapping facility (RVSF) in Kolkata. This marks the launch of the company’s eighth RVSF across the country. Named ‘Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect,’ this cutting-edge facility is designed to sustainably and safely dismantle up to 21,000 end-of-life vehicles annually. The RVSF will be operated by Tata Motors’ partner, Selladale Synergies […]
Hindalco’s Transformation: Engineering the Future with Aluminium & Sustainability
On the sidelines of Hindalco’s new branding unveil in Mumbai, Rajesh Rajgor sat down with Satish Pai, Managing Director, and Nilesh Koul, Senior President, CEO, Downstream, Aluminium, Hindalco Industries Ltd., for an exclusive interview. The discussion revolved around Hindalco’s evolution from a materials supplier to an innovation-driven solutions provider, with a strong focus on electric […]
Autopromotec 2025: a platform for innovation, comparison and growth in the automotive sector
The 30th edition of Autopromotec, the key appointment for the automotive aftermarket to be held from 21 to 24 May at BolognaFiere district, is promising to be a moment of great dynamism, in-depth analysis and innovation. A not-to-be-missed event that will bring together professionals, companies, institutions and researchers to explore the challenges and opportunities of […]
Tenneco appoints Arvind Chandra as CEO of India Operations
Tenneco, a leading global automotive supplier, has announced the appointment of Arvind Chandra as Chief Executive Officer of Tenneco India, encompassing the company’s Clean Air, Monroe Ride Solutions (MRS), Champion Ignition, and Powertrain (Bearings and Sealings) businesses in India. In this role, Chandra will oversee all operations under Tenneco India and lead the next phase […]
Kia Syros achieves BNCAP 5-Star safety rating for Adult and Child Protection
Kia India, a leading mass-premium automaker, continues to strengthen its position as a leader in automotive safety. Its latest SUV, the Kia Syros, has secured a 5-star rating for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP) under the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP). This milestone reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering industry-leading safety and innovation across […]