A survey commissioned by Apollo Tyres has found that a clear majority of European motorists* would not attempt to deal with a tyre puncture at the roadside themselves. Just 46% say they would use the car’s supplied spare tyre or inflation kit, compared to 32% that say they would instead call on a vehicle breakdown […]
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Eicher propels Shree Chadda Roadlines to next level of growth and expansion
Eicher, a brand under the highly successful Volvo-Eicher Commercial Vehicles (VECV) JV, has been quietly revolutionising the fortunes of numerous transporters and logistics companies across the country. In this exclusive interview with Anuj Chadda, owner of Shree Chadda Roadlines in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, N. Balasubramanian discovers how Eicher has propelled the company to new levels of […]
Valvoline and Eicher extend exclusive partnership to continue driving innovation in CV industry
Valvoline, a leading global lubricant manufacturer and the original engine oil maker, is delighted to announce the extension of its exclusive partnership for service fill and after sales with Eicher Trucks and Buses, a leading player in the commercial vehicle industry. This renewed commitment, for the next phase of growth, stands as a testament to […]
Telwin Portable Dent Puller: Innovating efficient dent repairs
Dent repairs have always been an integral part of garage operations, requiring time, effort, and precision. However, traditional dent pullers often present challenges such as setup time, maintenance costs, and limited mobility. Introducing the Telwin Portable Dent Puller, an innovative game-changer that is revolutionizing the dent repair landscape. In this article, Rajesh Rajgor explores how […]
Shantanu Deshpande appointed new MD of Michelin India
Michelin has announced the appointment of Shantanu Deshpande as Managing Director for Michelin in India. Shantanu will be based out of Pune, India. Across his 23-year tenure with Michelin, Shantanu has held various leadership roles in Sales and Marketing, both in India and in other geographies such as North America, Africa, Middle East and Asia. Shantanu […]
Uno Minda launches In-car multimedia player system range for aftermarket
Uno Minda Ltd., a leading tier 1 supplier of proprietary automotive solutions to OEMs, has announced the launch of its car infotainment system, WTUNES-649TAACP – 9 INCH UNIVERSAL ANDROID PLAYER in the aftermarket. Aimed at meeting the demands of car owners and car enthusiasts alike, this universal Car multimedia powered by a powerful T5 processor system, supports wireless […]
Lamborghini unveils SC63 hybrid racing prototype
The LMDh car was revealed at Goodwood Festival of Speed ahead of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship and IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship racing programs Lamborghini Squadra Corse today launches its first hybrid endurance racing prototype, the SC63, at Goodwood Festival of Speed. The SC63, which will begin testing within weeks, is set to compete […]
Bridgestone India trains over 200 women as mechanics and commercial drivers
In a key women empowerment initiative, Bridgestone India has, in Indore trained over 200 women to become professional drivers and mechanics, under Yantrika Program in association with Samaan Society. 60 women have been trained as two-wheeler mechanics and 149 as drivers. Since June 2023 ten of these women mechanics are part of “Mechanic on Wheels” service, providing servicing of two […]
Auto retail sales show 10% YoY growth in June’23, with all-time highs in multiple segments
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released the vehicle retail data for June’23, revealing positive trends in the auto retail industry. Auto retail sales in June demonstrated a 10% year-on-year (YoY) growth, showcasing positive performances across all vehicle categories, including 2W, 3W, PV, Tractor, and CV. The respective growth rates for these categories […]
Indian tyre industry to double revenue to $22 billion by 2032
Higher demand for vehicles, infrastructure development to spur growth The Indian tyre industry is on course to more than double its revenue to $22 billion by fiscal 2032 from $9 billion in fiscal 2022, according to a report by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA), based on a comprehensive study by CRISIL Market Intelligence & […]
Eicher bags order for 50 intercity 13.5 m AC sleeper buses from Vijayanand Travels
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced its first deliveries against a prestigious order of 50 Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL), one of the most prominent players in the Indian bus industry. Dedicated to providing exceptional travel experiences to intercity passengers, the Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper […]
Mahindra delivers 1,00,000th unit of XUV700 within 20 months of launch
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., the country’s leading SUV maker, has announced the delivery of the 100, 000th unit of its flagship SUV, the XUV700. The XUV700 has achieved this milestone in less than 20 months, becoming the fastest SUV from the Mahindra portfolio to reach this milestone. With its unmissable presence, tough yet sophisticated experience, spirited […]
Fixing driver shortages: New global plan launched by employers and unions
Employers and unions have launched a new global plan to address driver shortages in the road transport industry. The plan, introduced by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), aims to alleviate driver shortages, ensure better working conditions for drivers working abroad, and simplify and enforce rules for workers […]