Dealerships Emobility Two Wheelers

Sokudo Electric to Establish 100 Flagship Stores Across India by FY 24-25

Sokudo Electric India, an Indian manufacturer of electric two-wheelers, has announced plans to operate 100 flagship stores across India by December 2024. The electric two-wheeler manufacturer will open 20 new flagship stores within six months across states like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra to expand its reach. Each store will have a minimum area of […]

Vehicle Finance

DICV Partners with Bajaj Finance to Offer Comprehensive Financing Solutions

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has announced a strategic partnership with Bajaj Finance, part of Bajaj Finserv Group, one of India’s largest financial conglomerates to offer tailored financing solutions for its commercial vehicle customers and dealerships. This collaboration aims to enhance the accessibility and convenience of financing […]

Cover story Passenger Vehicles

MARUTI SUZUKI Celebrating Milestones, Expanding Horizons, Prioritizing Customer Satisfaction

In this exclusive interview, Raghul Sivaguru spoke to Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Sales and Marketing, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL), to discuss the company’s remarkable journey and vision for the future. As India’s leading automobile manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki recently achieved the monumental milestone of producing 3 crore vehicles, reflecting their unwavering commitment to […]

Parts & Components

Uno Minda introduces D-90 range of horns in aftermarket

India has seen a rise in ownership of cars in the past decade and more cars means more traffic on the road and more honking. As a result, horn failures have become more common, sparking an increased demand for high-quality OEM spec horns. Customers often face a choice between expensive replacement horns from the manufacturer’s […]

COMPONENTS

Excellence in Every Axle: York’s Dedication to Quality and Customer Satisfaction

Located in the industrial hub of Pune, York has emerged as a leading manufacturer of trailer equipment, specializing in axles, mechanical and pneumatic suspensions. Known for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, York is more than just a manufacturer. The company not only provides top-notch products but also ensures customer-centric services across India. As the […]

Passenger Vehicles

The new Hyundai CRETA 2024 celebrates 1 lakh happy customers 

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) today announced one lakh sales for its best-selling SUV- The new Hyundai CRETA 2024. Launched in January 2024, the Undisputed, Ultimate SUV has delighted one lakh customers in just 6 months since its launch. With modern technology, exceptional safety, exhilarating performance, comfort and convenience features, the new Hyundai CRETA has […]

Parts & Components

Transforming Spare Parts Supply: Tata Motors’ State-of-the-Art Warehouse in North East India

Tata Motors is making a significant impact on the commercial vehicle sector with the launch of its advanced spare parts warehouse in Guwahati. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to enhance customer service and operational efficiency across the North East region. In an exclusive interview with N. Balasubramanian and Raghul Sivaguru, Vikram Agarwal, Head of Spares and […]

Passenger Vehicles

NEXA celebrates 9 years of spreading joy of mobility to over 2.7 million customers in India 

Launched in 2015 with the philosophy of catering to seekers of the ‘new’, NEXA completed nine successful years in India. This premium retail channel was conceptualized to offer customers a global automotive retail experience, characterized by innovative technology, unmatched hospitality, and relentless customer-centricity. Spreading the joy of mobility to over 2.7 million customers, NEXA has […]

Appointments Buses

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles appoints Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), announced the appointment of Mr. Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Andamuthu P began his journey with DICV in 2011 and brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive (passenger and commercial vehicle) industry, […]

Dealerships Emobility

Euler Motors expands retail footprint, opens first dealership in Noida

Euler Motors, a leading electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, has opened its first dealership located in Sector 63, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Noida in partnership with Smart Solutions. This milestone marks the company’s 21st dealership nationwide, as it continues to expand its retail footprint to meet the growing demand for commercial EVs. The new showroom will showcase […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2024 Technology

Continental Expands Product Range to Address Tomorrow’s Challenges of the Workshop Business

Mastering new technologies and enabling sustainability are two of the key themes of Continental’s presence at this year’s Automechanika trade fair in Frankfurt, where the company’s motto will be ‘Shaping Tomorrow. Together!’ The technology company is significantly expanding its original equipment product range and, at the same time, enters additional product categories. New additions to […]

Skill Development

Tata Motors ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ initiative nurtures over 4000 students annually

Reaffirming its commitment to nurturing talent and creating a skilled workforce for the automotive industry, Tata Motors’ in collaboration with Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has established dedicated ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs). To date, 25 labs, fully equipped with essential tools, have been set up across select JNVs in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Jharkhand, West […]

Emobility

Hyundai Motors partners with Charge Zone to install High Speed EV-Chargers at dealerships 

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CHARGE ZONE to strengthen HMIL’s EV roadmap for India, in line with Government of India’s EV adoption strategies. Under the MoU, CHARGE ZONE will install DC 60 kW fast chargers across 100 HMIL dealerships in India. The MoU was signed by Mr. Jae […]

Garage Equipment

Madhus and GYS – Defining New Service Benchmarks

Rajesh Rajgor recently spoke with Nikhil B., Deputy Managing Director of Madhus Garage Equipment Pvt. Ltd., about their strategic partnership with GYS, a renowned French welding equipment company with over 60 years of industry expertise. This collaboration aims to broaden Madhus product range and bolster its market influence. Nikhil emphasized their strategy of leveraging a […]