Passenger Vehicles

Renault KWID emerges one of top-selling models in used-car market in India

Renault, the leading European brand in India, is delighted to announce that its flagship product KWID has emerged as one of the top-selling models in the used-car market in India as per the report released by Spinny. Spinny, a used-car retailing platform, has released its Q1 2023 quarterly report, which offers some fascinating insights into […]

Logistics Technology

Tiger Logistics launches ‘FreightJar’ digital platform for freight booking and management

Tiger Logistics, leading home-grown logistics company, has launched its proprietary product ‘FreightJar’ – a Digital Freight Booking & Management Platform. Aligned with the country’s forward movement through Make In India & PM Gati Shakti, Tiger Logistics has unveiled FreightJar to support India’s trade competitiveness in the global market and enable the reduction of logistics costs. […]

Industry News tyres

Tyre sector revenues to grow by 7-9% in FY24: ICRA

Operating margins to expand by ~150-200 bps in FY 2024 with favourable product mix and stable movement in input prices ICRA pegs domestic tyre demand growth at 6-8% for FY 2024, supported by stable growth in the replacement segment and sustained demand momentum in the OEM segment. ICRA expects the demand momentum in the OEM […]

Vehicle Finance

Altigreen partners with Sundaram Finance for customized retail financing solutions

In a bid to accelerate the EV buying process, leading commercial EV maker Altigreen has partnered with Sundaram Finance – one of the most respected names in the Indian financial services sector, to provide customized retail financing solutions to its customers. As a result of the strategic tie-up, Sundaram Finance will offer its range of financial products to Altigreen’s […]

commercial vehicles

Tata Intra V20 Bi-Fuel Pickup Game-changing product set to revolutionize SCV segment

The small commercial vehicle and pickup segment in India is undergoing a transformation, where customers are now associating their identity with the asset they use for long hours every day. Tata Motors has pivoted to cater to this new customer sentiment by creating brands that cater to different customer needs and aspirations. The company’s focus […]

Lubricants

Lumax Auto Technologies forays into lubricants and coolants segment

Lumax Auto Technologies Limited (“LATL”), a leading Tier-1 diversified automotive systems and components manufacturer, has launched its range of Lubricants and Coolants for all vehicle segments in the domestic aftermarket.  Owing to the automotive industry’s significant growth, there is a rapid potential and demand that is witnessed for High performance and energy-efficient Lubricants and Coolants in the Indian automotive market. […]

Vehicle Finance

Tata Motors Finance launches dedicated IT Infrastructure Development Centre in Pune

Tata Motors Finance, one of India’s leading NBFC pioneering in the vehicle finance industry, launched its first dedicated IT Infrastructure Development Centre in Pune. The strategic move aims to leverage Pune’s flourishing technology ecosystem, attract expert tech talents, and establish a centralized tech solution hub for Tata Motors Finance’s digital transformation initiatives.  The centre was […]

Passenger Vehicles

Toyota Kirloskar Motor announces ‘Great 4×4 X-Pedition’ initiative in India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced its first-ever initiative of 4×4 experiential drives for the motoring enthusiasts from across the country. Set to be held in four zones (regional level – North, South, East and West), with a ‘Grand National 4×4 X-pedition’ by Toyota is being planned this year. These drives have been designed to […]

COMPONENTS

UNO MINDA launches BS VI-compliant engine oils for two-wheelers

Uno Minda, a leading tier 1 supplier of proprietary automotive solutions to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), has announced the launch of its BS VI-compliant automotive engine oils for two-wheelers in the aftermarket. The company aims to address the growing demand for energy-efficient engine oils in the automobile industry as well as cater to the evolving […]

COMPONENTS

Castrol launches premium range of auto care products

 Castrol, India’s leading lubricant player, announced expansion of its portfolio into the Auto Care segment, with a variety of products. With this foray, the company continues to deliver on its promise to offer superior service satisfaction to vehicle owners. The new range of products include, Castrol Chain Cleaner, Castrol Chain Lube, Castrol 3-in-1 Shiner, Castrol […]

COMPONENTS

Philips Automotive Lighting showcases innovative products at Dealer Meet in Madurai

Philips Automotive Lighting, the world’s largest supplier of lamps to the automotive industry, offers products under the ‘Philips’ brand that is synonymous with quality and performance. The company caters to India’s automotive aftermarket through its 100+ reputed and loyal distributors based at strategic locations across the country. It supplies high-precision quartz glass halogen lamps designed […]

Dealerships

Ashok Leyland opens new LCV dealership in Madurai

The new outlet takes the company’s robust LCV distribution network to more than 600 touch points Ashok Leyland (AL) has inaugurated a new dealership for Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) in Madurai. This is the company’s 11th LCV dealership in the state of Tamil Nadu. The new channel partner Balaji Trucks has a 3S (Sales, Service […]

tyres

Apollo Tyres launches ‘AVOLVE’, integrates mobility service business model into operations

 Apollo Tyres today launched ‘AVOLVE’, to integrate mobility service business  model into its operations. This Servitisation model would offer tailored solutions to the  targeted customers, especially commercial vehicle fleet operators, and improve their  operational efficiencies evolving their business to the next level.   In today’s environment, commercial fleet operators are confronted with many challenges of  increasing […]

Service & Maintenance

BharatBenz introduces ‘Rakshana’ uptime assurance program to enhance profitability of fleets

Through the program, customers are assured of service of trucks and buses within 48 hours at the OEM’s authorized service centres Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has launched an industry-leading uptime assurance program called ‘BharatBenz Rakshana’ with an objective to help BharatBenz customers enhance business profitability. Rakshana […]